RFP - Contract Management Solution - SCOPE OF WORK
RFP - Contract Management Solution - SCOPE OF WORK
1. GENERAL
SriLankan Airlines is the flagship carrier of Sri Lanka, headquartered in Colombo, the capital
city. Founded in 1979 as Air Lanka, the airline operates a fleet of modern aircraft to over 100
destinations worldwide, including Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Indian subcontinent.
With a focus on providing exceptional customer service, SriLankan Airlines has won
numerous awards for its in-flight experience, including "Best Airline in South Asia" at the
Skytrax World Airline Awards.
The airline is also committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to
reduce its environmental impact. As a member of the oneworld alliance, SriLankan Airlines
offers passengers access to a vast network of airlines, lounges, and travel benefits.
2. OVERVIEW
SriLankan Airlines seeks to implement a Contract Management Solution to streamline and
automate the entire contract review and negotiation process for both internal and external
stakeholders. The goal is to establish a comprehensive solution capable of managing all
phases of contract handling—from initiation through internal and external review,
negotiation, signing, and the ongoing management and storage of agreements.
3. GENERAL REQUIRMEENTS
1. The proposed solution shall provide an end-to-end solution covering the entire contract
management lifecycle for a period of three (03) years.
2. Interested parties shall agree to provide the necessary integration support, should it be
required during the term of the proposed implementation.
3. Interested parties are required to provide a project implementation plan not exceeding 8
weeks.
4. The successful bidder is required to complete the implementation and project management
of their proposed solution within 8 weeks or less.
5. All payments will be made 100% after the successful completion of the Project and the
User Acceptance Test (UAT).
7. Regardless of the solution model proposed, the vendor shall assume end-to-end
responsibility for the software and related hardware for the duration of the service agreement.
8. Interested parties shall provide maintenance and support for a period of three (03) years.
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4. SCOPE OF WORK
1. Agreement Creation: The proposed solution shall allow the creation of agreements, both
using predefined templates and non-template-based agreements as required.
2. Automated Workflows: The proposed solution shall enable user engagement through
automated workflows for both predefined workflows and custom user lists, as necessary for
each agreement.
3. Collaboration: The proposed solution shall support seamless collaboration between internal
and external parties involved in the contract negotiation process.
4. Version History: The proposed solution shall maintain and collate changes to the document,
along with version history and should centralize contract negotiations, offer detailed audit
trails, and support distinct internal and external versions for effective collaboration and
change tracking.
5. Comment History: The solution should provide a detailed history of individual comments
and follow-up comments for each reviewer until the agreement is finalized. Additionally, it
should specify the actions taken to address any open items or queries before the agreement is
signed.
6. Document Storage: The proposed solution shall have the ability to store finalized
agreements.
8. Intuitive Dashboard: The proposed solution shall provide an intuitive dashboard for users to
view active agreements, agreements due for renewal, and the status of draft agreements, etc.,
to facilitate necessary decisions.
9. Training: The proposed solution shall provide hands-on training for nominated personnel.
10. Self-Learning: The proposed solution shall offer an on-demand facility for self-learning the
features of the solution.
11. Support and Maintenance: The proposed solution shall include support and maintenance
during the tenure of the service agreement.
12. Track Changes and Comments: The proposed solution shall track and manage review
comments and document changes.
13. Review Sign-Off: The proposed solution shall facilitate review sign-off by designated
stakeholders.
14. Electronic Signatures: The proposed solution shall enable electronic signatures that are valid
globally and ensure that only authorized signatories can sign agreements.
15. Secure Document Storage: The proposed solution shall securely upload and store
agreements in the system and ensure only authorized personnel can access them.
16. Customizable Notifications: The proposed solution shall have customizable notification
settings for different stakeholders.
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17. Reporting: The proposed solution shall generate comprehensive reports on agreement status,
review history, and changes, with customizable reporting templates.
18. Audit Access: The proposed solution shall allow easy access to review history for audit
purposes.
19. Transparency and Security: The proposed solution shall ensure transparency, accountability,
and security in the review process, with robust measures to protect sensitive information.
20. Implementation Team: The proposal should also include details of the implementation
team/resources, along with the proposed timeline and a comprehensive implementation plan.
21. New Requests and Enhancements: The procedure for accommodating new requests or
enhancements should also be outlined, along with details of support and maintenance
services.
22. Signature Integration: The proposed solution shall be able to integrate with the signature
platform currently used by SriLankan Airlines Ltd.
23. Global Signature Recognition: If using in-built signatures, those signatures should be
globally recognized, especially in legal contexts such as courts.
24. AI/ML Capabilities (Optional): As an optional service, it is preferable if the solution has
inbuilt AI/ML capabilities to perform contract classification and search for specific clauses in
contracts to confirm their presence.
Post-Sign-Off:
After the contract has been signed off, the uploaded documents shall be accessible only to:
Intuitive Interface: Ensure the solution has a user-friendly and intuitive interface for both
technical and non-technical users. The system should be easy to navigate for all user levels.
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Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: The vendor’s disaster recovery and business
continuity plan should be included to ensure the organization can maintain operations even in
the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Data Masking and Redaction: (Optional) For contracts containing sensitive information,
the system could allow for automatic redaction or data masking of sensitive fields (e.g.,
financial details or personally identifiable information).
Vendor Roadmap and Future Enhancements: In addition to outlining the vendor's support
services, the proposal should provide information on the vendor's roadmap for future
upgrades or enhancements. This will provide visibility into how the solution will evolve and
ensure that the vendor is committed to continuous improvement.
Custom Workflow Templates: The solution should include the ability to create highly
customizable workflows that can be tailored to different departments or contract types,
allowing you to automate and streamline your unique processes.
Approval Hierarchy: The solution should support multi-level approval hierarchies where
different levels of stakeholders can be defined for approvals based on contract value, type, or
other criteria.
Proactive Alerts: Introduce intelligent, proactive alerts for contract milestones, such as when
contracts are close to expiry, when they need to be renegotiated, or when a clause is missing
or needs updating based on predefined compliance standards.
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33. Support for Large-Scale Enterprise Use Cases: The system should be capable of handling
large-scale enterprise requirements, including high-volume contract workflows, multi-
department collaboration, and global operations.
34. Enhanced Compliance Features: The system must offer advanced compliance
functionalities tailored to meet the regulatory standards of highly regulated industries,
ensuring robust audit trails, risk assessments, and adherence to legal requirements.
35. Comprehensive Clause Library and Conditional Rules: The system should provide a
robust clause library to manage pre-approved contract terms and allow for conditional rules to
address non-standard terms, ensuring consistency and efficiency in contract drafting and
review.
The solution must support SriLankan Airlines' Strategic Business Units (SBUs), which
operate as distinct entities with potentially separate Active Directory tenants. Each SBU
should function independently within the system, with dedicated administrative controls for
each unit.
The system must allow the administrator to reassign documents or workflows from an
initiator or uploader who has resigned or been transferred to another user without
granting the administrator access to view the documents.
The reassignment process must ensure that the contents of the documents remain
confidential, accessible only to the authorized users as defined by the original
initiator.
The system must be compatible with mobile devices, allowing users to access, review,
and collaborate on contracts while on the go. This feature should support mobile
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workflows, ensuring that contract management tasks can be completed efficiently and
securely from any location, enhancing flexibility and responsiveness.
5. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS
The vendor shall adhere to the following Service Level Agreement (SLA) to ensure optimal
performance, availability, and support.
1. System Availability
Uptime Guarantee: The system shall maintain a minimum uptime of 99.95% on a monthly
basis, excluding scheduled maintenance.
Measurement and Reporting: Uptime is calculated as the percentage of time that the system
is fully functional and accessible within the scheduled service hours.
Penalties for Non-Compliance: Failure to meet the uptime requirement will incur service
credits, to be defined based on the severity and frequency of downtime.
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Low (P4) Minor issues or inquiries that do not impact the 24 hours 3 business
overall system performance days
Support Availability: Support shall be available 24/7 for critical issues and during business
hours for non-critical issues.
Escalation Procedures: Clear escalation processes shall be in place, ensuring critical issues
receive priority handling and rapid resolution.
3. Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance Windows: Routine maintenance shall be scheduled during off-peak hours, with
prior notification to SriLankan Airlines at least 5 business days in advance.
Emergency Maintenance: In the event of an urgent need for maintenance, the vendor shall
notify SriLankan Airlines as early as possible and outline the anticipated impact.
7. Service Credits
Service Credits for Non-Compliance: If the vendor fails to meet the agreed SLA standards
for uptime, support response times, or data recovery, SriLankan Airlines will be entitled to
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service credits. The specific credit amounts will be agreed upon during contract negotiation
and will vary based on the extent of non-compliance.
7. EVALUATION CRITERIA
The vendor will be evaluated based on their response to the requirements outlined above,
including the following:
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o Adherence to data security, privacy, and compliance standards (e.g., encryption, data
retention policies, GDPR).
o Measures for secure access, data protection, and user authentication (e.g., Two-Factor
Authentication, role-based access control).
o Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Vendor’s disaster recovery plan and
the solution's ability to support business continuity in case of a crisis.
o Regulatory Compliance: Alignment with relevant local and international
regulations, such as aviation, financial, and data privacy laws.
6. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Pricing:
o Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), including all upfront costs, licensing fees, and
maintenance costs for up to 100 users.
o Clear breakdown of the proposed pricing structure and any additional costs, such as
for optional features, storage, or third-party integrations.
o Cost Flexibility: The vendor’s ability to offer flexible pricing options, such as tiered
pricing based on usage or contract length.
7. Scalability and Future-Readiness:
o Solution’s scalability to accommodate potential growth in users, contract volume, or
features.
o Vendor’s commitment to updates, enhancements, and technological advancements to
keep the solution up-to-date.
o Cloud Infrastructure & Availability: If SaaS, assess the vendor’s cloud
infrastructure, uptime guarantees, and redundancy measures for system availability.
8. Ease of Use and User Experience:
o Solution’s user interface, intuitiveness, and ease of use for various user roles.
o Availability of a demo, trial version, or prototype to assess usability and fit as per the
response to this bid.
o User Feedback: The vendor’s approach to incorporating user feedback and
continuous improvement in user experience.
9. Vendor Support for Innovation and Customization:
o The vendor's ability to support and implement customizations and innovations
requested by the organization during the term of the contract.
o Innovative Features: Evidence of the vendor’s ability to innovate or provide unique
features (e.g., AI-driven contract analysis, automated risk assessments).
10. Customer Success and References:
o Vendor’s customer success program, including ongoing customer engagement and
proactive account management.
o Feedback from previous clients, particularly those in similar industries, to assess the
vendor’s long-term reliability and support quality.
11. Trial Period or Proof of Concept (PoC):
o Availability of a trial period or Proof of Concept (PoC) to evaluate the solution's
practical applicability within the organization's environment.
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o PoC Success Criteria: Clearly defined success criteria for the PoC to ensure the
solution meets requirements before full deployment.
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