Emergency Procurement for Technical and Administrative Support

The Technical College of the Lowcountry has entered into an emergency contract with Richard Ernest for specialized technical and administrative support due to an unforeseen and sudden situation. The selected vendor is the only available individual with the immediate capability, system familiarity, and prior operational experience required to sustain essential services without interruption. The scope of work includes managing Blackboard Ultra, Simple Syllabus, Kaltura MediaSpace, Anthology Adopt, EAB Navigate, Power BI, and associated data management, reporting, and communicating platforms. • The contract amount is $23,200.00. • The emergency procurement is due to an urgent need for specialized technical and administrative support. • The selected vendor has the capability to manage critical systems and preserve the continuity of education. • The contract is intended to sustain essential services until a full competitive procurement can be completed.