RFP-730-UofH-3032 Study Abroad Germany & France

The University of Houston's Bauer College of Business is seeking a comprehensive provider for a study abroad program in Germany and France through Request for Proposal RFP-730-UofH-3032. This procurement is specifically for professional services to plan, organize, implement, and deliver an MBA student study abroad experience across two European countries. The solicitation requires a vendor capable of managing all logistical aspects of the international educational program, with key deliverables likely including travel arrangements, academic coordination, housing, and educational programming. Proposal submissions are due by May 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM CDT, with a question and answer period closing on May 9, 2025. The anticipated contract will have a five-year term commencing on March 24, 2025, and is categorized as a goods and services procurement under $1 million, utilizing local funding sources. The project will be directly managed by Dr. Cate Wengelnik, assigned to Team B, with a specific cost center of 2170-H0048-D4801-NA and expense account code of 53857.

While the document does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific vendor restrictions, the procurement appears to be a standard competitive bidding process open to qualified vendors. The solicitation allows for confidential pricing and is publicly visible, with sealed bid requirements in place. No specific incumbent vendor details are provided in the available documentation. The contract is funded through local resources and does not require federal funds or Board of Regents approval. Though a precise budget range is not specified, the procurement is classified as a contract under $1 million, suggesting a moderate-scale investment in the study abroad program. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive capabilities in international educational program management, with expertise in coordinating academic experiences across multiple European countries, specifically Germany and France.