Enterprise AI Center of Excellence and Startup Accelerator Services

The University of Iowa is seeking a supplier to establish a startup accelerator focused on Enterprise and AI in Des Moines, Iowa. The successful supplier will work in partnership with the University to facilitate student experiential learning opportunities, internship and professional development support, faculty research support, and advancement of the Tippie College of Business' John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (JPEC) and Risk Management & Insurance (RMI) Vaughan Institute programs. The supplier will be required to provide a detailed proposal, audited financial statements, and references. The University reserves the right to change the scope of work as required, and the successful supplier will be expected to comply with all state and federal laws, including HIPAA and GLB. • The University is looking for a supplier with experience in providing similar services to institutions of similar size and scope. • The supplier will be required to provide a fee structure and expected return on investment (ROI) for the University. • The supplier will be expected to work with the University's incubation and acceleration program at the John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (JPEC). • The supplier will be required to provide student development services, including mentorship, internships, and experiential learning opportunities.