(1) Vendor needs to provide ai–powered on–site search platform.– An API–first solution – the proposer provides the search engine and administrative interface, while University will build custom search interfaces on sites.– API–first platform will provide AI–powered federated search across all University web properties, with capabilities for results curation, AI–generated answers based on University content, and integration with existing University data sources.– Provide unified, federated search across all University web properties to help users find canonical information.– Surface authoritative content over duplicative information through intelligent curation and ranking.– Answer user questions directly using AI–powered summaries based solely on University content.– Enable phased rollout starting with high–priority sites and expanding systematically.– Empower University administrators with tools to continuously improve search relevance and user experience.(2) A voluntary pre–bid meeting will be held on November 26, 2025.(3) The contract period will be for three years.