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Florida State University - Live Streaming and Content Archiving Services - ITN 6849-6, 2026

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Due
Nov 12, 2026
13 days left
Posted
Oct 1, 2026
Primary contact
Natalie Mize
(850) 644-3437
13 days left to submitDue Nov 12

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Summary

Florida State University seeks an online video platform and related services supporting live streaming and content archiving for TheFloridaChannel.org and its partners, including ROKU, FireTV, Samsung and AppleTV channels.

The work involves live streaming and archiving an average of 2,500 hours of original programming annually, utilizing Haivision Makito encoders in a Wowza environment, with video storage of approximately 70 TB and peak monthly outbound bandwidth of 400 TB. The contractor will handle 24/7 TV feed streaming with embedded captions, SRT or VTT sidecar captions for VOD assets, and approximately 3,000 new VOD assets added yearly. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.

Scope location
Tallahassee, FL

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from Florida State University?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Natalie Mize.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including Florida State University in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.

What happens after the RFP submission deadline?

After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.

Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?

Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Natalie Mize at (850) 644-3437. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

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Where can I find more RFPs from Florida State University?

All active and historical solicitations from Florida State University are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Florida State University regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

Is this solicitation still open for submissions?

Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.

What documents are required to bid on this RFP?

Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Florida State University for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tallahassee, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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