Description
This RFP seeks a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive Information Technology Managed Services for Grambling State University, covering enterprise system support, cybersecurity, application administration, and end‑user functionality. The contract is for an initial 12‑month term (Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2027) with optional extensions up to a total of 60 months and a maximum budget of $462,000 for the first year. Proposals must be submitted in hard copy by November 10, 2026 (2:00 PM CST). The State will award to a single proposer after a multi‑stage technical and cost evaluation. Key deliverables include 24×7 monitoring, Banner & DegreeWorks administration, functional support for Student, Finance, and Financial Aid modules, and a Service Delivery Manager. • Deadline to ask questions: Oct 20 2026 • Bid opening (Zoom) : Nov 10 2026 2:00 PM CST • Contract value ceiling: $462,000 • Initial term: 12 months, renewable up to 48 months (max 60) • Required hard‑copy submission; no electronic/email bids accepted • Primary contact: Erin Walker, Purchasing Director