University of Idaho Job Elephant Advertising Bid Waiver BWLN-2027-311 - 2026
University Of IdahoHigher Ed · Moscow, ID- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Robert Akhnoukh
The 30-second brief
The University of Idaho has issued a Bid Waiver Legal Notice (BWLN-2027-311) for advertising services provided by Job Elephant. The procurement covers job advertisements and postings on various platforms including LinkedIn, The Chronicle of Higher Education, militaryjob.com, academiccareers.com, higheredjobs.com, and DSPSjobs.com. The university intends to waive competitive bidding requirements, identifying the vendor as a sole provider for these specific programmatic needs. The requested service delivery period is from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. Other vendors may file a challenge to this sole-source determination by submitting a justification within five business days of publication. Challenges are due by September 4, 2026, and should be sent to Robert Akhnoukh at [email protected].
Concise justification for challenge including how product/service meets or exceeds requirements
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Summary
The University of Idaho has issued a Bid Waiver Legal Notice (BWLN-2027-311) for advertising services provided by Job Elephant.
The procurement covers job advertisements and postings on various platforms including LinkedIn, The Chronicle of Higher Education, militaryjob.com, academiccareers.com, higheredjobs.com, and DSPSjobs.com. The university intends to waive competitive bidding requirements, identifying the vendor as a sole provider for these specific programmatic needs. The requested service delivery period is from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. Other vendors may file a challenge to this sole-source determination by submitting a justification within five business days of publication. Challenges are due by September 4, 2026, and should be sent to Robert Akhnoukh at [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Concise justification for challenge including how product/service meets or exceeds requirements
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Moscow, ID
- Reported agency
- University of Idaho
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from University Of Idaho?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Robert Akhnoukh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including University Of Idaho in ID, 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 Bid 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 Robert Akhnoukh. 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: "Concise justification for challenge including how product/service meets or exceeds requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from University Of Idaho?
All active and historical solicitations from University Of Idaho are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, University Of Idaho 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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. Review the full document from University Of Idaho for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Moscow, ID. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.