University of South Carolina Sole Source Contract for Ellucian Smart Plan and Award Solutions

This contract awards the University of South Carolina the right to procure two integrated Ellucian software solutions—Ellucian Smart Plan and Ellucian Award—through a sole‑source arrangement. The vendor will deliver software licensing, implementation, configuration, training, and ongoing support, fully integrated with the university’s existing Banner and Degree Works systems. The procurement is justified under South Carolina Code Ann. §11‑35‑1560 and has a stated contract value of $1,174,400. • Scope of work includes licensing, implementation services, configuration, end‑user training, and perpetual support. • Solutions are embedded within the existing Ellucian ecosystem, ensuring seamless data exchange with Banner and Degree Works. • The contract is a single‑award, firm‑fixed‑price arrangement, reflecting a total value of approximately $1.17 million.