Minnesota State Colleges And Universities Online and Remote Tutoring Services RFP SRC-MNSCU-2027-000634-RFP - 2027
Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System OfficeHigher Ed · St Paul, MN- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Victor Lesnikou
The 30-second brief
Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office is seeking proposals for a master contract for online and remote tutoring services across 54 campuses and 33 institutions serving approximately 270,000+ students. The scope requires a comprehensive remote and online tutoring platform featuring 24/7 on-demand and scheduled live tutoring, asynchronous writing and assignment review, LMS integration with D2L Brightspace via LTI 1.3, Single Sign-On (SSO) compatibility via SAML 2.0, API access for Workday Student SIS, WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance, FERPA compliance, and SOC 2 Type II certification. The initial contract term is five years with up to three annual renewal options, and a full systemwide go-live no later than May 1, 2027. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT and must be submitted exclusively through Minnesota State's e-procurement system.
Total Cost for Licensing and Support for licensing and support costs for the a 5-year contract, Total Cost for One-Time Implementation and Set Up
Adhere to Minnesota State Terms and Conditions (5), Vendor Experience & Organizational Qualifications (10), Solution Capability & Delivery Model (20), AI Capabilities & Academic Integrity (10), Equity, Access & Student Experience (10), Reporting, Analytics & Demonstrated Outcomes (10), Implementation Plan & Ongoing Support (10), Security, Privacy & Regulatory Compliance (10), Accessibility (5), Pricing & Total Cost of Ownership (10)
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Summary
Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office is seeking proposals for a master contract for online and remote tutoring services across 54 campuses and 33 institutions serving approximately 270,000+ students.
The scope requires a comprehensive remote and online tutoring platform featuring 24/7 on-demand and scheduled live tutoring, asynchronous writing and assignment review, LMS integration with D2L Brightspace via LTI 1.3, Single Sign-On (SSO) compatibility via SAML 2.0, API access for Workday Student SIS, WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance, FERPA compliance, and SOC 2 Type II certification. The initial contract term is five years with up to three annual renewal options, and a full systemwide go-live no later than May 1, 2027. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT and must be submitted exclusively through Minnesota State's e-procurement system.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Total Cost for Licensing and Support for licensing and support costs for the a 5-year contract, Total Cost for One-Time Implementation and Set Up
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Affirmative Action Requirements declaration page
- Supplier Diversity Form
- Voluntary Product/Service Accessibility Template (VPAT)
- HECVAT 4.0
- Audited financials
- Sample software license agreement
- Scope location
- Minnesota, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 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. For questions, contact Victor Lesnikou.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office in MN, 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 Victor Lesnikou. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Total Cost for Licensing and Support for licensing and support costs for the a 5-year contract, Total Cost for One-Time Implementation and Set Up. 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: "Adhere to Minnesota State Terms and Conditions (5), Vendor Experience & Organizational Qualifications (10), Solution Capability & Delivery Model (20), AI Capabilities & Academic Integrity (10), Equity..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office?
All active and historical solicitations from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office 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 5 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: Affidavit of Non-Collusion, Affirmative Action Requirements declaration page, Supplier Diversity Form, Voluntary Product/Service Accessibility Template (VPAT), HECVAT 4.0, audited financials, sample s. Review the full document from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Minnesota, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.