The University of Michigan‑Dearborn Office of the Provost seeks a comprehensive software platform to manage faculty information across the institution. The solution must support data collection, reporting, professional‑position searches, annual review workflows, and promotion‑and‑tenure processes. The contract will be for a three‑year base term with optional one‑year extensions (up to two additional years). The supplier must sign the University’s standard contract terms and a Data Security Agreement “as‑is,” demonstrate compliance with cybersecurity standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, etc.), meet accessibility requirements (WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508), and provide sustainability documentation.
• Scope: Full‑stack Faculty Information System covering data capture, analytics, search, and P&T workflow.
• Compliance: Cybersecurity certifications, data‑security agreement, WCAG 2.1 AA/Section 508 accessibility, Michigan/U.S. business preference.
• Delivery: Likely cloud‑based or hosted service (provider must disclose cloud models, encryption, data residency, DR plans).
• Contract: 3‑year base term, optional extensions, Net 0 payment with virtual‑card program or Net 45 otherwise.
• Evaluation: Standard RFP criteria; supplier must submit intent‑to‑bid, complete extensive questionnaires, “no‑exception” statements, cost spreadsheet, and references.