Bid guide
How to bid on resident engagement software for the University of Utah
What the University is buying
The University of Utah’s Office of Residence Life is seeking resident engagement software through a formal RFP. The contract term is three years, with options to renew for two additional one-year periods.
This opportunity may suit software vendors whose products support resident engagement and who can respond to a formal proposal process.
Key dates and the deadline
Questions are due November 10, 2026. The proposal deadline is November 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Submit through BidNet Direct, or as the notice directs, before the closing time. Check the solicitation notice for any submission instructions and allow time to complete the electronic submission.
Who this opportunity suits
This RFP is relevant to technology vendors offering resident engagement software. The stated user is the University’s Office of Residence Life.
A vendor considering a multi-year contract should review the notice and documents to understand the requested solution and the renewal options before deciding whether to respond.
How to access and respond
Open the solicitation on BidNet Direct using the “View original source” option. The title and dates are public; sign in with a free BidNet Direct vendor account to see the full notice, documents, and addenda.
Submit your response through BidNet Direct, or follow the submission method stated in the notice, before November 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Prepare a clear, complete proposal
Read the full notice and all available documents and addenda before drafting. Make a checklist of the requested response items, required format, and submission steps, using the solicitation’s instructions as your source.
If you need clarification, submit questions by November 10, 2026. Explain your software’s relevant capabilities clearly, address each requested item, and review the final submission for completeness before sending it.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from University of Utah - Campus; the original posting controls.