The RFP is a document that solicits proposals from potential suppliers by describing the project scope, requirements, and evaluation criteria. It is important to ensure that the RFP is clear, accurate, and legally sound to avoid misunderstandings, conflicts, and disputes with the suppliers. Asking the legal team to review the RFP can help the project manager mitigate this risk by ensuring that the RFP complies with the relevant laws, regulations, and contractual terms, and that it protects the interests and rights of both parties12.
The other options are not as effective or relevant for mitigating this risk:
* B. Ask the project team to submit the RFP: The project team may not have the necessary expertise or authority to prepare or approve the RFP. Asking the project team to submit the RFP may result in delays, errors, or inconsistencies in the RFP, which could increase the risk of disputes with the suppliers3.
* C. Request approval of the RFP from the project sponsor: The project sponsor is the person or group who provides the financial resources and support for the project. The project sponsor may not be directly involved in the procurement process or have the legal knowledge to review the RFP. Requesting approval of the RFP from the project sponsor may not address the risk of disputes with the suppliers, and may also create unnecessary bureaucracy or dependency.
* D. 経営陣にRFPの承認を求める：経営陣とは、組織を指揮・統制する個人の集まりです。経営陣は、RFPを精査する時間、関心、専門知識を持ち合わせていない可能性があります。経営陣にRFPの承認を求めても、サプライヤーとの紛争リスクを軽減できるとは限らず、遅延、対立、マイクロマネジメントを引き起こす可能性もあります。
参考文献：
1: プロジェクト調達管理 - PMI 2: 提案依頼書 (RFP) - プロジェクト管理知識 3: プロジェクトチーム - プロジェクト管理知識 : [プロジェクトスポンサー - プロジェクト管理知識] : [マネジメント - プロジェクト管理知識]