SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Approve an agreement with Noverant, Inc. of Raleigh, NC, for a learning management system (LMS) application and content subscription in the amount of $316,680.00 for a three-year term, November 2, 2023 through November 1, 2026, pursuant to Request for Proposals (RFP) 32-23 Learning Management System and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
A Learning Management System (LMS) is a software-based platform for managing employee training, learning, and development. The system is used to assign training to employees, track their individual progress and performance, and integrate with the city’s human resources management applications; while employees can explore course offerings and build their knowledge and skillsets. The acquisition of Noverant’s LMS in conjunction with a library of course content provided by LinkedIn Learning will be critical to the Human Resources Department’s training and employee development initiatives.
Request for Proposals (RFP) 32-23 was issued on June 1, 2023, and submissions were received on July 5, 2023. The solicitation sought proposals for a new, cloud-based Learning Management System (LMS) to replace the city’s current LMS, NeoGov Learn, which has been in service since 2018. Noverant offers enhanced functionality through its robust content authoring tools, course management options, ability to support learners in a variety of environments (from traditional classrooms to mobile), and a deep integration with LinkedIn Learning’s content library.
The total requested amount for the three-year term is $316,680.00 and is inclusive of software licensing, professional services for implementation, and training content provided by both Noverant and LinkedIn Learning.
Year 1 - $94,985.00 (professional services $6,800, software licensing $62,655, LinkedIn Learning $25,530).
Year 2 - $102,874.00 (software licensing $62,655, LinkedIn Learning $40,219).
Year 3 - $118,821.00 (software licensing $62,655, LinkedIn Learning $56,166).
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Funding for the first year of the contract is budgeted and available in Human Resources cost code 0109901-530100. Funding for maintenance and licensing expenses in future years will be requested as part of the Information Technology department’s annual budget process.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
This item will support the strategic objective of embracing a culture of innovation (1.5) by providing a resource for employees to continuously learn, improve, and enhance their skills.
This item will support the strategic objective of encouraging professional development (5.2) by providing access to educational opportunities and training resources.