Service Center Consulting Service – Space Survey and F&A Cost Rate Proposal

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking to continue a sole‑source consulting arrangement with Maximus Higher Education, Inc. to support its Space Survey and Facilities & Administrative (F&A) cost rate proposal using the proprietary MAXIMUS Comprehensive Rate Information System (CRIS). This effort is essential for preparing the university’s indirect cost rate required for federal funding compliance. The agency will accept expressions of interest by July 17, 2026, after which it may either proceed with negotiations or open a competitive process. • Scope: Consulting services for space survey analysis and F&A cost rate preparation using a proprietary software system. • Contract Value: $81,500 with a focus on specialized, software‑specific support that cannot be sourced elsewhere. • Sole‑source justification: The MAXIMUS CRIS system is proprietary; maintenance and support must be provided by Maximus, making competition impractical. • Deadline: Interested parties must notify the procurement officer by July 17, 2026; no phone calls accepted. • Protest procedures are outlined per South Carolina procurement code.