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County tables $28,800 Shingo/Win Together training contract amid procurement and conflict-of-interest questions
Summary
A proposed $28,800 contract with Win Together/Shingo Institute for two workshops and a related elearning portal was debated and then tabled for further information after members raised procurement, scope, and potential conflict-of-interest concerns.
Administrator Taylor presented a proposal to contract with a local Win Together/Shingo Institute affiliate for an initial two-session workshop series and an elearning portal arranged through the City of Bloomington. The first contract under discussion would cost $28,800 and cover the first two of a six-part series; Taylor said the county could budget for additional sessions in 2027.
Members pressed staff on the vendor-selection process and whether an RFP or RFI would be appropriate, noting the county’s procurement threshold of $30,000. Member Klein asked why the Shingo option was chosen and whether other curricula or vendors had been considered; Member Layman asked about potential conflicts because the vendor is affiliated with a Bloomington alderperson. Taylor said legal counsel found no conflict of interest for the engagement as presented.
Member Verwer moved to table item 5g1c (and related items) to next month to allow time for additional information; the committee voted to table 5g1c and then later tabled items 5g1d and 5g1e as well to a date certain. Members requested an RFI/RFP discussion and clarifications about learning-management overlap with Cornerstone on Demand before taking final action.
