(1) Vendor needs to provide financial aid software. System must be able to run two application cycles at one time. Ability to set the closing date for the application year. System must include a mechanism that allows students to select one or more institutions and ensures that each selected institution receives the student’s completed application. Ability for financial aid administrators to make corrections by allowing them access to edit a student’s application and resubmit. Ability to provide end user application editing, which is the ability for the student or parent to edit and resubmit the application. System must be able to run two application cycles at one time. Ability for students to update their account and profile information. Application must be developed using a responsive design methodology, ensuring seamless functionality across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices. Ability to provide end user application editing, which is the ability for the student or parent to edit and resubmit the application. Application must have fraud prevention measures in place such as verifying and identifying multiple applications that contain the same SSN, fake IDs, etc. (2) All questions must be submitted no later than March 19, 2026. (3) A pre–bid conference will be held on March 2, 2026. (4) The contract period will be for two years.