Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #754-TXST-2026-RFP-512-VPMkCom
Texas State University Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) Program Solicitation
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
754-TXST-2026-RFP-512-VPMkCom
NAICS
541613, 541810
Texas State University is seeking proposals from qualified firms to establish and support an institutional Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) program. - Government Buyer: - Texas State University - 754 - Located in San Marcos, Texas, serving multiple districts including Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio - Vendors & OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Design, implementation, and ongoing support of an AEO program tailored for higher education - Service line item: Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) Program (quantity: 1) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Electronic proposal submission via TXST MarketPlace (Jaggaer) - Compliance with Education Code statutory exemption - Focus on improving university visibility, accuracy, authority, and representation in AI-generated search and answer environments - Estimated Contract Value: - $200,000 - No specific part numbers or product line items provided
Description
Texas State University seeks a qualified firm to establish and support an institutional Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) program designed to improve the University's visibility, accuracy, authority, and representation within AI-generated search and answer environments. The solicitation outlines the terms, conditions, and requirements for respondents to be considered for this project. Proposals must be submitted electronically by the deadline through the TXST MarketPlace system. The estimated contract value is $200,000.00, and the project is subject to Education Code statutory exemption.