Oakland University is seeking a software solution for advancement gift processing and financial operations. The software should automate gift processing, enhance donor experience, manage recurring giving, support giving days and crowdfunding, manage events and alumni engagement, improve communications, reporting, and analytics, and consolidate platforms. Proposals are due July 17, 2026. Key evaluation criteria include experience, functionality, references, data integration, and cost. The university reserves the right to negotiate and make an award based on the best overall benefit.
The anticipated readiness for service and contract commencement is August 15, 2026.
The university's preferred payment method is with a university credit card (pcard). The university will not accept convenience fees or increased pricing due to pcard payment.
Proposals will be evaluated based on experience (25 points), functionality (20 points), references (20 points), data integration (5 points), and cost (30 points), for a total of 100 points. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible respondent whose proposal offers the best value.
Respondents shall provide experienced, qualified, and capable personnel. They must demonstrate relevant experience, proper licensing if required, and proper insurance. References from three organizations for similar services performed in the last five years are required.
Services not conforming to specifications may not be accepted at the firm's expense. Services not provided in accordance with the scope of services may result in the firm being found in default, and all procurement costs may be charged against the firm.
Questions regarding this RFP must be submitted by July 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time.
Failure to submit information in accordance with the RFP requirements and procedures may be cause for disqualification. Failure to fully comply with the specifications of this RFP may result in exclusion from further consideration.
