Release of a supplemental response to one question about UofL’s partner search, and possible foot dragging on another.
The University of Louisville has published an addendum to one of the questions posed by those interested in learning more about their Request for Proposal to find a new partner for their Health Science Center Activities. I wonder why? Their initial answer was not very helpful at all. It is emphasized that responses are still due on March 23, one week from the release of the following supplemental response.
Original question and answer:
Q36 Section 5.3 of the Request for Proposal references a Joint Operating Agreement structure. What additional structures would be acceptable? Please elaborate on the preference for one structure over another.
Response: This issue was suggested to allow respondent to propose one or more approaches to operating structures.
Additional UL/ULH Response to Q36 released March 16, 2012
The University and UMC will consider any and all transaction types and operating structures, including mergers, joint ventures, and/or joint operating agreements. Any selected arrangement must sufficiently protect the University’s right to control its interest in University of Louisville Hospital.
I am beginning to have a feeling that the University is purposely slow in releasing requested material. Continue reading “University of Louisville Runs Out the Clock on its RFP.”