Opportunity
CanadaBuys #2026089
University of Guelph Solicits Research Analytics System for Library
Posted
July 24, 2026
Respond By
August 19, 2026
Identifier
2026089
NAICS
541511
The University of Guelph is seeking proposals for a comprehensive research analytics system to enhance its library's ability to track and assess research activities and impact. - Government Buyer: - University of Guelph, Purchasing Services - Products/Services Requested: - Research activity and impact tracking tool - Capabilities required: - Standardized tracking of research outputs - Benchmarking performance against peer institutions - Mapping of collaborations and emerging research trends - Identification of funding opportunities - Correction of research records - Generation of dashboards and reports - Contract Details: - Single award to one legal entity - Competitive open bidding process - Contract duration of 36 months - Proposals submitted electronically via the University's public purchasing portal - Notable Requirements: - System must support benchmarking and collaboration mapping - Must provide robust reporting and dashboard features - Subject to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice
Description
The University of Guelph is seeking to acquire a tool to standardize tracking of its research activity and impact, benchmark its research enterprise against peer institutions, and map collaborations and emerging trends. The tool should also help identify funding opportunities, correct inaccurate research records, and create dashboards and reports. The contract duration is 36 months, and the procurement method is competitive open bidding. Proposals must be submitted electronically in English through the University's public purchasing portal.