Opportunity
Virginia's eProcurement Marketplace #RFP 118380
RFP for Scientific & Research Services Sourcing for Virginia Higher Education
Posted
April 17, 2026
Respond By
May 18, 2026
Identifier
RFP 118380
NAICS
541715, 541713
This opportunity seeks to modernize and streamline research-related contract coverage for higher education institutions in Virginia: - Government Buyer: - Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), on behalf of the Virginia Higher Education Procurement Consortium (VHEPC) and the Virginia Association of State College and University Purchasing Professionals (VASCUPP) - Products/Services Requested: - Broad range of scientific and research services - No specific part numbers or purchase quantities provided - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the notice - Notable Requirements: - Unified quarterly reporting across participating institutions - Use of master agreements to cover research services - Procurement managed through Virginia's eProcurement Marketplace - Scope: - Applies to all VHEPC and VASCUPP member institutions seeking R&D sourcing solutions
Description
Virginia Commonwealth University, on behalf of the Virginia Higher Education Procurement Consortium and the Virginia Association of State College and University Purchasing Professionals, is issuing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to modernize and streamline research-related contract coverage. The project focuses on scientific and research services as part of a coordinated R&D sourcing initiative. The solicitation is open with a response deadline of May 18, 2026. The procurement is managed through Virginia's eProcurement Marketplace.