Higher Education Strategic Planning Consultant

Albany State University in Georgia is seeking a consultant to develop comprehensive long-term strategic plans focused on academic program enhancement, enrollment growth, institutional effectiveness, and adherence to accreditation standards. The work involves crafting data-driven strategies that align with the university’s mission and future goals, ensuring sustainable growth and compliance with regional and national educational requirements. The consultant will be expected to engage with key stakeholders across departments to assess current capacities, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend actionable pathways for implementation. This subcontract opportunity is open for proposals with a response deadline of August 7, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 541611, indicating it falls within management consulting services. The position requires expertise in higher education strategy, accreditation frameworks, and institutional research, with the ability to deliver tailored solutions for a public university setting. While no set-aside provisions are specified, the contract will be executed in support of Albany State University’s organizational objectives, and all work must be performed in accordance with the university’s operational and compliance expectations. The solicitation can be accessed through the Georgia Department of Administration’s procurement portal.