When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 13, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 26, 2026.

It was issued by The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill. The work is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced study abroad program provider. Expertise in faculty-led, direct-enroll, study-center, internship, research, service-learning, community engagement, or virtual programs. Demonstrated experience supporting government or higher-education international education initiatives. Capacity to attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting and deliver programs across applicable international locations.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United StatesPosted: October 1, 2026Deadline: November 13, 2026

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SUMMARY

A North Carolina government authority seeks study abroad program providers for faculty-led, direct-enroll, internship, research, service-learning, community engagement, and virtual programs. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will take place on October 30, 2026.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of ten years of experience in delivering international and/or domestic academic programs
Must be a North Carolina registered vendor in good standing
Must complete registration with the North Carolina Secretary of State
Must provide at least five references from U.S. based education abroad/study abroad offices at universities similar in size and scope to UNC
Must attend the mandatory virtual pre-proposal conference call
Must submit proposal electronically via the electronic vendor portal
Must provide proof of insurance coverage as specified in the RFP
Must comply with all federal and state requirements concerning fair employment
Must verify work authorization of employees through the federal E-Verify system if having more than 25 employees in North Carolina

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

Issue RFP: September 29th, 2026

Submit Written Questions: October 26th, 2026

Provide Response to Questions: October 30th, 2026

Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting Q/A session: October 30th, 2026

Submit Proposals: November 13th, 2026

Public Bid Opening: November 13th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 26, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in North Carolina is seeking qualified study abroad program providers to deliver international education services. Providers should specialize in one or more relevant program types, including custom faculty-led programs; standard and core direct-enroll and study-center programs; internships, research, service-learning, and community engagement; or virtual study abroad programs.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 30, 2026. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 13, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 26, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill. The work is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced study abroad program provider
Expertise in faculty-led, direct-enroll, study-center, internship, research, service-learning, community engagement, or virtual programs
Demonstrated experience supporting government or higher-education international education initiatives
Capacity to attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting and deliver programs across applicable international locations

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