Salem State University seeks a comprehensive, enterprise‑level transfer‑technology platform that automates transcript ingestion, AI‑driven credit evaluation, and seamless integration with its PeopleSoft (Oracle Campus Solutions) SIS. The solution must include a self‑service portal for prospective students, robust reporting, and cloud‑based hosting that meets FERPA, WCAG 2.1, and security standards. The vendor will provide full implementation services, including integration with OnBase, e‑transcript networks, and Salesforce CRM, and must support a 5‑year contract with optional extensions.
• OCR/NLP and AI engine to parse high‑school, college, and international transcripts and suggest equivalencies.
• Bi‑directional real‑time integration with PeopleSoft 9.2 and data feeds to OnBase, Parchment, NSC, and Salesforce.
• Cloud SaaS delivery with FERPA‑compliant encryption, accessibility compliance, and scalable performance for peak admission cycles.
• End‑to‑end implementation, training, documentation, and ongoing maintenance/support.
• Mandatory insurance, indemnification, and record‑retention requirements; pricing must be a fixed 5‑year total with limited escalation.