Libraries Research Platforms

Clemson University Libraries is soliciting bids for the procurement and implementation of one or more research intelligence and analytics platforms designed to support researchers, research administrators, and university leadership in assessing and communicating the impact of Clemson’s research activities. The platforms must provide robust capabilities for data aggregation, citation analysis, funding tracking, collaboration mapping, and reporting to enable evidence-based decision-making across academic units and institutional strategy. All proposals must align with the detailed Scope of Work available exclusively through the Clemson online bidding system, and vendors are expected to demonstrate experience deploying similar systems in higher education environments with strong data integration, user training, and ongoing support services. The solicitation, numbered 0001964, was published on August 5, 2026, with responses due by September 2, 2026, at 5:45 PM Eastern Time. The procurement is led by Clemson University in South Carolina under the SLED classification and involves no set-aside provisions. All work must be performed in South Carolina, and inquiries should be directed to Kevin Finan, the primary point of contact, via email at kfinan@clemson.edu or phone at 864-656-9856. Proposals must be submitted through the official state bidding portal, and failure to adhere to the designated platform or scope requirements may result in disqualification.