Opportunity
University of Iowa Ionwave #RFP 18568
Student Transcript Processing Software and Services for University of Iowa and University of Northern Iowa
Posted
March 25, 2026
Respond By
April 27, 2026
Identifier
RFP 18568
NAICS
541511, 541512
This opportunity invites suppliers to provide a comprehensive student transcript processing software solution for the University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa. - Government Buyer: - University of Iowa and University of Northern Iowa (Regent Universities) - Managed by the University of Iowa Purchasing Office in Iowa City, IA - Products/Services Requested: - Student transcript processing software for: - University of Iowa: 55,000 secondary school transcripts annually (first-year students) - University of Northern Iowa: 12,000 post-secondary transcripts annually (transfer students) - Implementation, integration, training, support, and maintenance services - Key Technical and Functional Requirements: - Advanced optical character recognition (OCR) and machine learning for transcript data extraction - Integration with University of Iowa's Student Information System (SIS), and University of Northern Iowa's PeopleSoft Campus Solutions and Unity Client Onbase - Compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA - Multi-factor authentication, robust data security, and encryption - Artificial intelligence features, fraud detection, and customizable workflows - Advanced reporting and analytics capabilities - Proposal Submission Requirements: - Detailed responses to a features and functionalities spreadsheet - Financial documents, report samples, service level agreement, project plan, terms of use/license agreement, IT questionnaire, connectivity/workflow diagrams, and accessibility VPAT - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the procurement is open to all qualified suppliers - Contract term options include a 1-year or 3-year initial term with annual renewal options - Delivery and performance locations include Iowa City, IA (University of Iowa) and Cedar Falls, IA (University of Northern Iowa)
Description
The University of Iowa and the University of Northern Iowa are seeking proposals from qualified suppliers to provide a comprehensive student transcript processing software currently available on the market. The software should automate and streamline the processing of student transcripts, particularly for incoming first-year students at the University of Iowa and transfer students at the University of Northern Iowa. The solicitation includes detailed requirements on features, functionalities, security, integration, reporting, and support. Bids must be submitted electronically via the eBid system by April 27, 2026.