University of South Carolina Supplier systems #260186-01

Consortium Course Sharing Platform for University of South Carolina Upstate

The University of South Carolina Upstate is seeking a consortium course sharing platform to enable cross-registration and course sharing among consortial institutions nationwide. - Government Buyer: - University of South Carolina Upstate, USC Purchasing Department - Products/Services Requested: - Consortium course sharing platform to facilitate cross-registration, course hosting, and enrollment management - Platform Access for all academic partners (5 units) - Course Hosting for teaching institutions (5 units) - Enrollment Management for teaching institutions (250 enrollments, paid per enrollment) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Platform must support institutional control, variable pricing, and integration with non-higher education partners - Security and digital accessibility compliance required (SOC2, VPAT) - 5-year contract period with up to four 1-year renewal options - Preferences for in-state vendors per South Carolina law - Only one offer per bidder; contract will be with a single legal entity - Place of Performance: - USC Purchasing Department, 1600 Hampton St, Suite 606, Columbia, SC 29208

Description

The University of South Carolina Upstate is soliciting bids for a consortium course sharing platform designed to enhance student access and retention, expand course catalogs, and recover revenue through participation in a course sharing consortium. The platform will facilitate cross-registration among consortial institutions. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bids with a sealed single round of bidding, and submissions are due by April 13, 2026. The procurement is classified under Goods and Services and managed by the USC Purchasing Department.

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