Freelance Photographers

Clemson University is soliciting bids for freelance photographers to provide professional imagery services on an as-needed basis. This fixed-price contract allows the university to add new suppliers biannually in January and June, provided they meet the specified requirements. The scope of work includes capturing high-quality images for events and student headshots, with a set pay rate of 200 dollars per shooting hour. Photographers are required to use professional-grade equipment and deliver high-resolution JPG files with embedded metadata to the university's cloud storage within 48 hours of assignment completion. Basic editing for color and exposure is required, though heavy retouching or Photoshop manipulation is prohibited. The contract period extends through October 4, 2028, with some awards not to exceed 500,000 dollars over five years. Awarded vendors must comply with Clemson University Standard Terms of Purchase and Standard Bidding Terms and Conditions, including requirements for Commercial General Liability, auto liability, and workers compensation insurance. Additionally, contractors must adhere to FERPA regulations regarding student records, the Drug-Free Workplace Act, and South Carolina nonresident tax withholding requirements. Bidders must submit proposals electronically via the university's online bidding system and provide at least five examples of prior work.