Opportunity
Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001438
Iowa State University Solicits Research Security Compliance Software Solution
Posted
May 07, 2026
Respond By
May 27, 2026
Identifier
RFQ-1001438
NAICS
541511, 541512
Iowa State University is seeking a configurable, out-of-the-box software solution to manage its research security compliance program: - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU), Procurement Services - Products/Services Requested: - Cloud-based Research Security Compliance System - Annual software system subscription for approximately 900 users and 8-10 administrators - One-time implementation, data migration, and training services - Annual software fee cap for price increases - Key Requirements: - Must support compliance with federal regulations: NSPM-33, CHIPS and Science Act, NDAA, OFAC, BIS - Features: compliance tracking, reporting/analytics, training management, risk mitigation planning, international travel tracking - Integrations: Microsoft Entra ID (Single Sign-On), Workday (ERP), OneAegis (COIC disclosures), SciENcv - Security and Accessibility: SOC 2 Type II report, Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance, VPAT required - Cloud-based, mobile responsive, and digital accessibility - Go-live expected in Fall 2026 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated contract value will depend on three- or five-year total cost of ownership
Description
Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide a configurable and adaptable out-of-the-box software solution to manage all aspects of the research security program. The system must assist ISU in compliance with federal regulations such as NSPM-33, CHIPS and Science Act, NDAA, OFAC, and BIS rules by facilitating compliance tracking, reporting, training, risk mitigation, and travel tracking. The solution should be cloud-based, mobile responsive, and integrate with systems like Microsoft Entra ID and Workday. ISU expects the system to go live in Fall 2026 and estimates about 900 users with federal awards and 8-10 administrative users.