Assessment of Scholarship Program

The State of Texas, through Stephen F. Austin State University located in Nacogdoches County, is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive analysis and review of the university's current institutional scholarship program. The selected vendor will perform an econometric analysis to determine the optimal mix of scholarship investments to yield improved enrollment and revenue for the university. The scope of work includes developing a predictive model to demonstrate how changes in award value and mix will impact enrollment and tuition revenue, as well as identifying strategies to increase the effectiveness of the scholarship program. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on Thursday, September 28, 2023, and the university plans to award the contract in October 2023, with the project to begin in October 2023 for a one-year period, with three one-year renewal options.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, the university will give preference to vendors with significant experience in performing similar projects for large academic institutions. The university's current scholarship program totaled over $128 million in the 2022-23 fiscal year, including loans, grants, scholarships, and tuition and fee exemptions. The selected vendor will be required to comply with the university's standard contract terms and conditions, including insurance, indemnification, and confidentiality requirements.