RFP# 92345 - Grants Consulting Services

The University of Maryland Global Campus is soliciting a qualified grants consulting firm to provide strategic and operational support across the entire grant lifecycle. The scope of work includes identifying funding opportunities, conducting prospect research, developing and submitting proposals, and providing post-award guidance and training. Key deliverables include dedicated support for up to five grant projects annually, six annual prospect research engagements resulting in funding memoranda, one annual faculty and staff development workshop, and specialized support for Congressional and community funding earmarks. Additionally, the contractor will evaluate and recommend improvements to the university's existing grants management processes. The procurement process is a multi-phase evaluation where technical merit is weighted more heavily than cost. Technical proposals are due by 11:00 AM ET on December 1, 2026, via Bid Locker. Shortlisted firms may be invited to virtual presentations and will subsequently be asked to submit price proposals. The contract is non-exclusive and requires the contractor to maintain professional liability insurance of at least 2,000,000 dollars. Awardees must comply with Maryland State Minority Business Enterprise and Veteran-Owned Small Business laws, as well as living wage requirements for contracts valued at 100,000 dollars or more. Payment is issued within 30 days of receiving a proper invoice, and all contract records must be maintained for three years following final payment.