RFP 1639 Study Abroad Program: Red Hawks Abroad

This contract awards Montclair State University the right to engage up to five qualified study‑abroad providers to deliver semester, academic‑year, summer, and January‑term programs that are fully English‑taught and provide at least 12 U.S. credit hours per term. The university seeks a fixed percent discount off each vendor’s list price for a five‑year term, with an estimated annual budget of roughly $2 million (≈ $10 million total). Vendors must meet a suite of service requirements—including up‑to‑date program websites, timely cost communication, online application portals, pre‑departure orientations, visa advising, and prompt grade‑report delivery—and comply with New Jersey insurance, equal‑employment‑opportunity, and political‑contribution disclosure standards. The procurement process is conducted through the Workday Strategic Sourcing (WSS) portal, with a bid deadline of 28 April 2026. The contract is a full and open competition, and the award will be made to the vendors whose proposals are most advantageous based on technical merit and the offered discount. • Scope: Provide English‑taught study‑abroad programs in ≥ 2 of the listed 15 countries, covering multiple academic terms. • Financial model: Fixed percent discount on list prices for a 5‑year term; estimated $2 M annual spend. • Compliance: New Jersey Business Registration, political contribution disclosure, EEO language, insurance certificates, and tax forms required.