Lone Star College System - RFP 26-08-07 Career and Transfer Solution Consulting Services - 2026
Lone Star College SystemHigher Ed · The Woodlands, TX- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Pamela Johnson
- (832) 813-6782
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Lone Star College System is seeking proposals for consulting services to assist in the design, architecture, development, and implementation of a career & transfer solution. The initiative involves creating an institution-owned user web portal that sits above existing third-party applications, providing a unified digital experience for students, alumni, and advisors. Data from the student information system, third-party applications, and university partners will be consolidated into a new Data Platform / enterprise data warehouse supporting reporting, dashboards, predictive analytics, recommendations, and KPI monitoring in Microsoft Power BI. Bidders must demonstrate expertise in higher education digital transformation, enterprise integration, data architecture, data warehousing, and analytics enablement. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026, with a question deadline of September 10, 2026.
Purchase price: 25, Reputation of the Bidder or the Bidder’s goods or services: 10, Quality of the Bidder’s goods or services: 15, Extent to which the goods or services meet the needs of The System: 20, Bidder’s past relationship with The System: 5, Total long-term cost to The System to acquire the goods or services: 5, Any Other Relevant Factor (Understanding of vision, higher education experience, architecture, data governance, cybersecurity, knowledge transfer, team qualifications): 20
SUMMARY
Lone Star College System is seeking proposals for consulting services to assist in the design, architecture, development, and implementation of a career & transfer solution.
The initiative involves creating an institution-owned user web portal that sits above existing third-party applications, providing a unified digital experience for students, alumni, and advisors. Data from the student information system, third-party applications, and university partners will be consolidated into a new Data Platform / enterprise data warehouse supporting reporting, dashboards, predictive analytics, recommendations, and KPI monitoring in Microsoft Power BI. Bidders must demonstrate expertise in higher education digital transformation, enterprise integration, data architecture, data warehousing, and analytics enablement. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026, with a question deadline of September 10, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase price: 25, Reputation of the Bidder or the Bidder’s goods or services: 10, Quality of the Bidder’s goods or services: 15, Extent to which the goods or services meet the needs of The System: 20, Bidder’s past relationship with The System: 5, Total long-term cost to The System to acquire the goods or services: 5, Any Other Relevant Factor (Understanding of vision, higher education experience, architecture, data governance, cybersecurity, knowledge transfer, team qualifications): 20
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
W-9 Form, Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295
- Submit to
- https://lonestar.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=311&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- The Woodlands, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lone Star College System?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://lonestar.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=311&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Pamela Johnson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lone Star College System in TX, 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 Pamela Johnson at (832) 813-6782. 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: "Purchase price: 25, Reputation of the Bidder or the Bidder’s goods or services: 10, Quality of the Bidder’s goods or services: 15, Extent to which the goods or services meet the needs of The System: 2..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lone Star College System?
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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: W-9 Form, Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295. Review the full document from Lone Star College System for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: The Woodlands, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.