Risk Management & Compliance Reporting (Clery/Title IX)

The contract requires the development and implementation of comprehensive risk mitigation strategies for an off-campus academic program operating in Panama, with a specific focus on adherence to federal regulatory frameworks including the Clery Act and Title IX. The scope of work demands proactive identification of potential safety, security, and compliance risks tied to program activities abroad, along with the establishment of clear reporting protocols to ensure transparency and accountability in incidents involving student safety, sexual harassment, and campus crime disclosure. The subcontractor must design and execute systems that align with U.S. federal requirements while operating within Panama’s legal and cultural context, ensuring all data collection, documentation, and reporting meet the standards expected by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541620, indicating a focus on management consulting services related to administrative and human resources functions. It was posted on June 23, 2026, with a response deadline of July 16, 2026, indicating a limited window for qualified entities to submit proposals. The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System is the contracting agency, though no specific office address or point of contact is provided, and the place of performance is unspecified beyond Panama. Bidders must demonstrate experience in international program risk management, familiarity with U.S. higher education compliance obligations, and the capacity to implement operational safeguards in a foreign environment. The contract does not indicate a set-aside classification, meaning it is open to all eligible entities regardless of size or ownership status.