The University seeks a qualified consultancy to design and execute a comprehensive student‑recruitment program targeting South‑Asian markets (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal). The vendor will establish a Mumbai office, staff it with experienced recruiters, conduct market intelligence, develop branding and outreach campaigns, manage college‑fair logistics, and provide full applicant‑life‑cycle support. Deliverables include monthly/quarterly usage reports, business‑review meetings, and a lump‑sum price covering management fees, salaries, travel, marketing, and related expenses. The award is a three‑year base contract (July 15 2026‑July 14 2029) with a four‑year contractual term (ending July 14 2030) and the possibility of two one‑year extensions.
• Scope: market research, on‑the‑ground recruitment, event planning, marketing material creation, partner development.
• Location: Vendor‑staffed office in Mumbai, India; coordination with Wayne State staff in Detroit.
• Requirements: Minimum 7 years experience, ISO‑27001 certification, robust insurance (≥ INR 50 crore general liability, INR 100 crore public liability), compliance with smoke‑free policy and wage‑rate rules.
• Submission: Lump‑sum bid due 19 Dec 2025; optional pre‑proposal meeting on 9 Dec 2025; award announced week of 15 Feb 2026.