Minnesota State System Office Online and Remote Tutoring Services RFP 2027-000634 - SRC-MNSCU-2027-000634-RFP
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 is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive remote and online tutoring platform and associated services for students enrolled across Minnesota State institutions systemwide. The scope includes 24/7 on-demand and scheduled live tutoring (one-to-one and small group), asynchronous tutoring and writing/assignment review, synchronous sessions with audio, video, chat, whiteboard, file sharing, and subject-specific tools. The solution must support 270,000+ students across 54 campuses and 33 institutions, feature LMS integration with D2L Brightspace via LTI 1.3, Single Sign-On (SSO) via SAML 2.0, WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility compliance, FERPA compliance, and SOC 2 Type II certification. The contract term is five (5) years with up to three (3) annual renewal options, and full systemwide go-live is required no later than May 1, 2027. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
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 Total one time cost for implementation and cost 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 is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive remote and online tutoring platform and associated services for students enrolled across Minnesota State institutions systemwide.
The scope includes 24/7 on-demand and scheduled live tutoring (one-to-one and small group), asynchronous tutoring and writing/assignment review, synchronous sessions with audio, video, chat, whiteboard, file sharing, and subject-specific tools. The solution must support 270,000+ students across 54 campuses and 33 institutions, feature LMS integration with D2L Brightspace via LTI 1.3, Single Sign-On (SSO) via SAML 2.0, WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility compliance, FERPA compliance, and SOC 2 Type II certification. The contract term is five (5) years with up to three (3) annual renewal options, and full systemwide go-live is required no later than May 1, 2027. Proposals are due by October 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM CDT.
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 Total one time cost for implementation and cost set up
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- Affirmative Action Requirements declaration page
- Voluntary Product/Service Accessibility Template (VPAT)
- Completed Supplier Diversity Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
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. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. 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 Total one time cost for implementation and cost 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, Voluntary Product/Service Accessibility Template (VPAT), Completed Supplier Diversity Form. Review the full document from Minnesota State Colleges And Universities System Office for the complete list.