Communications Faculty-Led Program Service
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SUMMARY
KEY REQUIREMENTS
BUDGET
VerifiedCONTRACT DURATION
TIMELINE
June 23rd, 2026: RFP published.
July 1st, 2026: Deadline for vendor to submit clarifying questions.
July 8th, 2026: Deadline to publish responses to RFP questions.
July 16th, 2026: Deadline for vendor RFP proposal submissions.
July 2026: Vendor(s) selected and notified.
August 20th, 2026: Effective date of contract.
QUESTION DEADLINE
CONTACTS
Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone
Additional decision-makers and their departments
Issuing Agency
Minnesota State University, Mankato
DESCRIPTION
A vendor is sought to provide communications faculty-led program services. The scope includes organizing and facilitating programs that bring communities together, promote engagement, and support advocacy for individual and collective interests. The vendor will be responsible for travel management, account management, customer service, and managing associated fees.
Additional responsibilities include ensuring the safety, health, and risk management for all participants, and maintaining strong emergency responsiveness with 24-hour availability and a toll-free emergency contact number. The vendor should demonstrate experience managing curriculum and academics, logistics, co-curricular activities, and detailed cost breakdowns. Billing, payment, cancellation, and refund policies and procedures must also be clearly communicated.
This opportunity requires the vendor to assist in emergency situations, including health and accident incidents, emergency medical evacuation, and repatriation services. All questions related to the RFP must be submitted by July 1, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- This RFP closed on July 16, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
- What is the budget for this RFP?
- The published budget is $3,000 – $3,800.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by Minnesota State University, Mankato. The work is located in Mankato, Minnesota, United States; Panama City, Panama.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Experience managing higher education faculty-led travel programs
- Strong background in risk, safety, and emergency management for academic groups
- Capabilities in travel management and logistics for educational institutions
- 24-hour emergency response services
- Proven track record with communications or academic program support
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