South Dakota Posting Board #26RFP19895

Website Modernization for South Dakota Historical Society Press

The South Dakota Department of Education is seeking proposals to modernize the South Dakota Historical Society Press website (sdhspress.com). - Project scope includes: - Replacement of the legacy website platform with a modern, accessible, and user-friendly solution - Features required: drag-and-drop editing, multiuser administration, ADA/Section 508 accessibility compliance, online payment integration (Stripe), newsletter management, data visualization, mobile compatibility, and microsite creation - Content migration and validation from the existing site - Integration with social media, calendars, analytics, and branding tools - User acceptance, accessibility, and functional testing - Training and documentation for staff - Ongoing support and maintenance - Notable requirements: - Strict adherence to the State's Information Technology Security Policy - Execution of a Contractor Security Acknowledgement Form - Compliance with background check and data privacy requirements - Certification that the contractor is not a prohibited entity under South Dakota Executive Order 2023-02 - All IT-related purchases must be approved by the Bureau of Information and Technology (BIT) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Contract term is from anticipated award through June 30, 2031, with up to three one-year renewal options

Description

The South Dakota Department of Education seeks competitive proposals for a modern website design and functionality to support sdhspress.com. The new website must replace the existing legacy platform that lacks necessary features to effectively serve State staff and public audiences. The solution should improve accessibility, usability, content management efficiency, integration capabilities, brand cohesion, and technical compliance. The project may be phased and includes discovery, setup, content migration, feature integration, testing, training, and support. Proposals are due by August 25, 2026.

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