Opportunity
California State University SCIQuest #SJSU-RFP-00000837-2026
San José State University Website Redesign and Digital Transformation Solicitation
Posted
September 02, 2026
Respond By
September 29, 2026
Identifier
SJSU-RFP-00000837-2026
NAICS
541512, 541430
San José State University is seeking proposals for a major website redesign and digital transformation initiative. - Government Buyer: - San José State University, a leading public university in California - Project Scope: - Comprehensive website redesign and digital ecosystem transformation - Creation of two distinct, user-centered digital experiences for diverse audiences (prospective students, alumni, donors, current students, faculty, staff, external stakeholders) - Services include: - Content strategy and development - Information architecture - User experience (UX) and visual design - Design system development - Content Management System (CMS) implementation - Systems integrations - Analytics, SEO, and AI discoverability - Accessibility compliance - Content migration - Quality assurance and testing - Governance and training - Organizational change management - Launch support and ongoing website support - Requirements: - Vendors must demonstrate experience with complex website redesigns and digital transformation projects, preferably in higher education or similarly complex organizations - Emphasis on accessibility, sustainability, and audience-focused design - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified firms - Products/Services Requested: - Website redesign and digital transformation services (no hardware or software part numbers specified) - Period of Performance: - Initial contract term of three years, with two optional one-year renewals (up to five years total) - Implementation period anticipated to be 12-14 months, followed by ongoing support
Description
San José State University is seeking proposals from qualified firms to support a comprehensive website redesign and digital ecosystem transformation initiative. The project aims to modernize the University's web presence by creating two distinct, audience-focused, user-centered, accessible, and sustainable digital experiences for various stakeholders including prospective students, alumni, donors, and staff. The scope includes content strategy, information architecture, user experience and visual design, CMS implementation, systems integrations, analytics, SEO, accessibility, content migration, quality assurance, governance, training, change management, launch support, and ongoing website support. The initial contract term is three years with two optional one-year renewals, targeting a launch in Fall 2027.