Opportunity
Clemson University Ionwave #213924802
Custom Program Management System for Clemson LIFE Program
Posted
April 14, 2026
Respond By
May 12, 2026
Identifier
213924802
NAICS
541511, 541512
Clemson University is seeking proposals for a fully customized, cloud-based program management system to support the Clemson LIFE Program for students with intellectual disabilities. - Government Buyer: - Clemson University (South Carolina) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to qualified providers with relevant higher education experience - Products/Services Requested: - Custom Program Management System for Clemson LIFE - Centralizes programmatic data, supports individualized learning plans, student assessments, volunteer coordination, accreditation reporting, and employment tracking - Must be cloud-based, mobile and web accessible, and integrate with Clemson's IT environment - Requires role-based access, FERPA compliance, robust security, and adaptability to evolving program needs - Implementation, Training, and Ongoing Support Services - Includes phased implementation, comprehensive staff training, ongoing support, system updates, and program-specific enhancements - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Solution must be custom-built (not off-the-shelf) and tailored to the Clemson LIFE program - Deep knowledge of the Clemson LIFE program is required - Strict compliance with federal and state accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0, Section 508, ADA Title II) - Submission of a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) - Compliance with higher education data security and privacy regulations - Ongoing adaptability and support for evolving program needs - Separate technical and financial proposals required - Period of Performance: - Up to five years as a series of one-year agreements, with phased implementation and annual renewals based on performance
Description
Clemson University is soliciting proposals for a fully customized program management system tailored to the unique educational framework of its Clemson LIFE program. The system must support individualized learning plans, student assessments, volunteer coordination, accreditation reporting, and employment tracking, with features including role-based access, mobile and web accessibility, and compliance with federal and state accessibility standards. The contract will be awarded to the highest scored responsible bidder for up to five years, with phased implementation and ongoing training and support. Vendors must submit separate technical and financial proposals through the university's online bidding system.