RFP SSU 2026-04 Comprehensive Transfer Technology Solution

Salem State University is seeking proposals for a comprehensive, enterprise-level transcript processing and transfer credit evaluation automation solution. The solution should modernize and automate transfer credit intake, evaluation, articulation, and prospective transfer student recruitment. The selected solution will leverage AI technologies to extract transcript data, match it against institutional equivalency rules, and integrate seamlessly with Oracle Campus Solutions (PeopleSoft). The university is looking for a vendor that can provide end-to-end implementation services with minimal burden on campus IT staff, demonstrate deep expertise with Oracle Campus Solutions/PeopleSoft integration, and leverage AI-enhanced automation, machine learning, or NLP to improve accuracy and speed. The key features of the solution should include: • Transcript ingestion and processing • Integration with Oracle Campus Solutions (PeopleSoft) • Transfer equivalency automation and workflow • Prospective student recruitment and self-service tools • Reporting and analytics The university expects the selected vendor to provide a detailed project plan, assign qualified project and implementation staff, meet agreed-upon milestones and deliverables, and support testing and training activities. Some of the evaluation criteria include: • Responsiveness to requirements of RFP • Financial and organizational stability of respondents • Understanding of proposed scope of services and approach in addressing SSU’s specific needs and objectives • Quality and timeliness of proposed work plan • Technical capabilities and management plan • Demonstrated experience and qualifications of respondent and respondent’s staff assigned to perform the solicited services.