Lean, Six Sigma, Quality and Continuous

CITY OF AUSTIN
FINANCIAL SERVICES
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)
Training Software Platform: Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement Modules
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Solicitation No: RFI 1100 MTL6000
Date Issued: Thursday, October 01, 2026
Commodity/Service Description: Strategic Technology Planning And Consulting Services
Commodity Code(s): 91890
Responses due prior to: November 02, 2026
Submit responses to the following recipients:
Annette.Fontaine@austinenergy.com, Michael.Adams@austinenergy.com, ,
1.0 Purpose
Austin Energy (AE) is seeking information to better understand options available in the
marketplace for software platforms that deliver flexible module-based training, structured
content for Lean Six Sigma, and continuous improvement opportunities. This RFI is for
informational and planning purposes only. It is not a solicitation and does not constitute a
request for proposals, bids, quotations, or offers. The RFI does not create a contract,
purchase order, or other commitment by the City to purchase any product or service.
Responses will not be used to select, rank, or award business to any respondent. The City
may use information received to better understand the marketplace, identify commonly
available approaches, inform internal planning, and support future business or technology
discussions, as appropriate.
2.0 Background and Current Environment
Austin Energy is currently responsible for providing in-house Lean Six Sigma training. This is
only a small part of our job duties. AE does not have the bandwidth to increase the number
of cohorts we run due to instructor and classroom space availability. Field personnel also
find it difficult to attend in-person learning at another site. Therefore, AE has a need for an
online platform that can provide this training. Austin Energy is looking into online training
options to make the courses easier for employees to access. AE may continue offering in-
person classes or use them to supplement the online training, depending on what's
available.
3.0 Response Outline
Austin Energy welcomes a brief overview of your training platform and any relevant
information about the solution and its capabilities, such as brochures, demo links, and
screenshots. If available, please share information about your solution in the areas below.
These topics are intended to guide responses; vendors may focus on what is relevant to
their platform and share existing materials.

General Solution Capabilities
For purposes of understanding the marketplace, respondents may describe the
types of capabilities commonly available in module-based training or related
platforms such as:
* Modular/customizable learning paths.
* Ability to support online modules and in-person discussions.
* Lean Six Sigma training, including White, Yellow, Green, and Black Belt.
* Reporting, tracking, and learner analytics.
* Integration capabilities with existing enterprise systems, such as Workday
Learn, Application Programming Interface, Single Sign-On, Learning
Management System, or Human Resources Information System.
Platform Capabilities
* Training platform overview and module structure.
* Customization, dashboards, and reporting capabilities.
* Hosting model, including cloud or on-premises.
* Data protection.
Implementation and Cost Estimates
Cost information provided through this RFI will be used solely to support preliminary
market research and internal planning. The City is not requesting a formal
quotation, proposal, bid, or offer. Any cost information provided should be
considered general market information and not a binding price commitment.
Respondents may provide information such as:
* Onboarding process, including training and implementation timelines.
* Provide general cost estimates for the solution, including implementation.
The Respondent, by submitting a response, acknowledges that this request is not a solicitation, will not result in a
contract award, and the information provided may be utilized in possible future solicitations.
DISCLAIMER
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or
contract. All material submitted to the City becomes public property and is subject to the Texas Open Records Act
upon receipt. Any information submitted in the RFI should not contain proprietary and/or confidential information.
Responses to the RFI will not be returned. Accordingly, responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be
accepted as such or to form or suggest a contract or commitment of any nature. Responders are solely responsible
for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI.