# University Of Kentucky Uniofky #UK-2633-27

UK HealthCare ANCC Magnet Redesignation Consulting and Project Management

**Posted:** November 13, 2026
**Respond By:** December 09, 2026
**Identifier:** UK-2633-27
**NAICS:** 541611, 541618

The University of Kentucky is seeking consulting and project-management support for UK HealthCare’s ANCC Magnet redesignation cycle.
- **Government buyer:** University of Kentucky, UK HealthCare, Procurement Services.
- **Requested service:** One engagement for strategic consultation, specialized Magnet expertise, and project management across a three-year redesignation cycle.
- **Scope includes:** Readiness and gap assessments; redesignation strategy and timeline; Sources of Evidence alignment and development; exemplar support; outcome monitoring; submission preparation and review; stakeholder coordination; and ongoing support to sustain Magnet standards.
- **Notable requirement:** Support must cover the full redesignation process and help maintain Magnet standards. The submission is due in 2029.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No service provider or product manufacturer is named. The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) is the redesignation program referenced.

### Description

The University of Kentucky is requesting proposals for ANCC Magnet Redesignation. The document identifies this as a Request for Proposal and gives a proposal due date of December 9, 2026, at 3 p.m. Lexington, Kentucky time. It references the University's General Terms and Conditions and Instructions to Bidders. The provided source does not include details about the scope of services beyond the solicitation title.

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