Framingham State University Higher Education Enterprise Data Platform RFP-FSU-26-04, 2026
Framingham State UniversityHigher Ed · Framingham, MA- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Natasha M. Bizanos-Ashe
- (508) 626-4000
The 30-second brief
Framingham State University is soliciting proposals for an enterprise-grade data platform, reporting/analytics, and data governance solution to unify institutional data and support evidence-based decision-making. The proposed SaaS or PaaS solution must encompass modern data architecture including a data warehouse, data lake, or lakehouse, ETL/ELT data integration, business intelligence, reporting dashboards, and data governance capabilities. The platform will integrate with core systems like Ellucian Banner and over 35 ancillary applications across student, finance, HR, advancement, and procurement domains. Proposals are due by March 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with an implementation start date around July 1, 2026. The contract term is for three years with two annual renewal options.
Minimum Quality Requirements, Technical Requirements and Specifications, Evaluative Criteria, Price
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Summary
Framingham State University is soliciting proposals for an enterprise-grade data platform, reporting/analytics, and data governance solution to unify institutional data and support evidence-based decision-making.
The proposed SaaS or PaaS solution must encompass modern data architecture including a data warehouse, data lake, or lakehouse, ETL/ELT data integration, business intelligence, reporting dashboards, and data governance capabilities. The platform will integrate with core systems like Ellucian Banner and over 35 ancillary applications across student, finance, HR, advancement, and procurement domains. Proposals are due by March 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM, with an implementation start date around July 1, 2026. The contract term is for three years with two annual renewal options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Minimum Quality Requirements
- Technical Requirements and Specifications
- Evaluative Criteria
- Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
19- Technical Proposal
- Price Proposal
- Audited or reviewed Financial Statement
- Five (5) higher education references
- Three (3) narrative case studies
- Written documentation of onboarding process
- Sample implementation project plan
- Detailed implementation timeline
- SOC 2 type II
- HECVAT v4+ and VPAT documents
- Service Level Agreement Template
- RFP Acknowledgement Form - Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Acknowledgement of Framingham State University Equal Opportunity
- Diversity
- Affirmative Action Plan
- Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Standard Contract Form
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Terms and Conditions for Information Technology Contracts
- W-9 Taxpayer Identification Form
- Submit to
- Framingham State University, Business Office, Dwight Hall, Room 201, 100 State Street, Framingham, MA 01701
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Framingham, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Framingham State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Framingham State University, Business Office, Dwight Hall, Room 201, 100 State Street, Framingham, MA 01701. For questions, contact Natasha M. Bizanos-Ashe.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Framingham State University in MA, 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 Natasha M. Bizanos-Ashe at (508) 626-4000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Minimum Quality Requirements, Technical Requirements and Specifications, Evaluative Criteria, Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Framingham State University?
All active and historical solicitations from Framingham State University are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Framingham State University regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Technical Proposal, Price Proposal, Audited or reviewed Financial Statement, Five (5) higher education references, Three (3) narrative case studies, Written documentation of onboarding process, Sample. Review the full document from Framingham 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: Framingham, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.