Opportunity

University of Iowa Ionwave #18649

University of Iowa seeks Software Development, Security, Deployment, and AI-Readiness Assessment services

Posted

August 31, 2026

Respond By

September 22, 2026

Identifier

18649

NAICS

541512, 541519

The University of Iowa is seeking qualified professional service providers to conduct a comprehensive assessment of its Administrative Information Systems (AIS) department. - Government Buyer: - University of Iowa, Administrative Information Systems (AIS), Purchasing Office - Contact: Andy Lane - Scope of Services: - External maturity-based assessment of software development, security, deployment environments, and AI-readiness - Focus on three AIS groups: Enterprise Student Systems, Research Information Systems, and Identity & Access Management - Deliverables include a final written report with executive summary, benchmarking, cross-cutting themes, and prioritized recommendations - Optional follow-on readout or discussion sessions may be separately priced - Proposal Requirements: - Suppliers must submit detailed proposals electronically, including audited financial statements - Methodology, framework, interview plan, schedule, engagement team qualifications, and relevant references required - Strict confidentiality and data handling requirements, including execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement and secure destruction or return of university data post-engagement - Adherence to University travel policy for reimbursable expenses and compliance with Iowa state laws and University standard terms and conditions - Period of Performance: - Initial engagement expected to last six to eight weeks - Contract may extend up to five years (one-year base plus four one-year options) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified professional service providers

Description

The University of Iowa located in Iowa City, Iowa, is soliciting written proposals from qualified suppliers to provide a Software Development, Security, Deployment, and AI-Readiness Assessment. This is an extensive bid requiring suppliers to allow ample time for submission before the due date. The solicitation includes requirements for a detailed proposal and audited financial statements. The engagement is expected to run approximately six to eight weeks from kickoff to delivery of the final report.

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