Iowa State University FinOps Cloud Management Platform RFP-1001521, 2026
Iowa State UniversityHigher Ed · Ames, IA- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jake Miller
- (515) 294-4701
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is seeking a cloud financial management (FinOps) platform to provide unified cost visibility, governance, and optimization across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments. The solution must natively integrate via API with all three cloud providers to deliver a single view of cloud spend, showback/chargeback reporting, anomaly detection, budgeting alerts, and rightsizing recommendations. Contract term is an initial one to three years. Submission deadline is November 4, 2026, with responses accepted online via ISUBid. Vendors must meet HECVAT, WCAG 2.1 Level AA digital accessibility, and Microsoft Entra ID SSO requirements.
FinOps cloud financial management platform with native API integration for Azure, AWS, And GCP
Total cost for Iowa State University, Ability to meet required specification, Ability to meet preferred specifications, Availability of support, Ease of use/visual appeal, Data Analytics offered, Quality of references and/or past experience, Exceptions taken to RFP Terms and conditions
SUMMARY
Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is seeking a cloud financial management (FinOps) platform to provide unified cost visibility, governance, and optimization across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments.
The solution must natively integrate via API with all three cloud providers to deliver a single view of cloud spend, showback/chargeback reporting, anomaly detection, budgeting alerts, and rightsizing recommendations. Contract term is an initial one to three years. Submission deadline is November 4, 2026, with responses accepted online via ISUBid. Vendors must meet HECVAT, WCAG 2.1 Level AA digital accessibility, and Microsoft Entra ID SSO requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Total cost for Iowa State University
- Ability to meet required specification
- Ability to meet preferred specifications
- Availability of support
- Ease of use/visual appeal
- Data Analytics offered
- Quality of references and/or past experience
- Exceptions taken to RFP Terms and conditions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
FinOps cloud financial management platform with native API integration for Azure, AWS, And GCP
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Detailed Quote
- Higher Education Cloud Assessment Tool (HECVAT)
- Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)
- Submit to
- https://iastate.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=2836&SourceType=1
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Iowa State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://iastate.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=2836&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Jake Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Iowa State University in IA, 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 Jake Miller at (515) 294-4701. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: FinOps cloud financial management platform with native API integration for Azure, AWS, And GCP. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Total cost for Iowa State University, Ability to meet required specification, Ability to meet preferred specifications, Availability of support, Ease of use/visual appeal, Data Analytics offered, Qual..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Iowa State University?
All active and historical solicitations from Iowa State University are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Iowa 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Detailed Quote, Higher Education Cloud Assessment Tool (HECVAT), Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT). Review the full document from Iowa 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: Ames, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.