Process and Asset Management System Consulting

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte) is seeking a consultant for a comprehensive Process and Asset Management System Consulting project through a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued for Mecklenburg County and Cleveland Town. The primary objectives include developing and implementing an ISO 55000 compliant asset management system across campus and assisting in creating requirements for a new Enterprise Asset Management Information System (EAMIS) to replace the current Integrated Workplace Management System (Archibus). Key deliverables encompass a full evaluation of current asset management practices, focusing on reliability management, maintenance management, and potential system integrations with Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), Information Technology Asset Management (ITAM), and space management. The university requires a vendor with demonstrated experience in ISO 55000 implementation, preferably in higher education or complex organizational environments. Proposals are due on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, with an anticipated contract award on Monday, June 9, 2025. The evaluation will weight the financial proposal at 15%, with the majority of criteria focused on technical approach, vendor experience, and proposed deliverables.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project is internally funded by UNC Charlotte, with the total project timeline targeting implementation of the ISO 55000 compliant asset management system by late 2026 and development of requirements for the new software platform by January 2026. While no incumbent vendors are specifically listed, the current system being replaced is Archibus, an Integrated Workplace Management System. The project involves comprehensive integration potential with existing university systems including HSE, ITAM, and space management platforms. Although a specific budget range is not detailed in the provided documentation, the complexity of the project suggests a substantial investment in consulting services and potential future software implementation. The consultant will be expected to provide a thorough analysis that supports the university's strategic goals of optimizing facilities management processes and establishing a robust, standardized asset management approach.