Opportunity
Clemson University Ionwave #216893029
Clemson University Scholarly Benchmarking SaaS Solution and Services
Posted
June 16, 2026
Respond By
July 14, 2026
Identifier
216893029
NAICS
541512, 541519
Clemson University is seeking a hosted SaaS solution for benchmarking scholarly output at the individual and academic unit levels. - Government Buyer: Clemson University (Higher Education) - Products/Services Requested: - Hosted SaaS scholarly benchmarking platform with high user experience (UX) - Dynamic data visualization and reporting tools - Integration with Watermark Faculty Success system - Role-based access and customizable peer benchmarking - Web-based dashboards and on-demand, customizable reports - Ability to push/pull metadata and export data for in-house analytics - Initial and ongoing training, including synchronous and asynchronous options - Implementation and integration services (data migration, configuration, user testing) - Optional add-ons: cloud-based data service for analytics, university-industry collaboration benchmarking module - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Continuously updated scholarly data (preferably daily) - Compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2, Section 508, ADA Title II) - Data security and privacy compliance (FERPA, HIPAA, etc.) - Single sign-on authentication support - Detailed accessibility documentation (VPAT 2.2+) - Customizable reporting at individual, department, college, and university levels - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Contract term is up to 5 years, with renewal and add-on options.
Description
Clemson University is seeking proposals for a high-UX database, data visualization, and reporting tool suite that uses individual university scholars as the base unit record. The solution must benchmark scholarly output, provide continuously updated scholarly data at the individual level, and offer on-demand dynamic visualization-style reports. The tool should support role-based access, integration with the University's Faculty Success system, and provide training and professional development opportunities. The contract term is about 5 years with possible renewal options and separately priced add-ons.