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RFP#5588 AI Proficiency Labs

Closes 9/21/2026$150k – $500kRequest for Proposal
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Alcorn State University is soliciting sealed proposals for the creation, delivery, and support of “AI Proficiency Labs,” an information‑technology initiative aimed at building AI competency. Proposals must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. on Monday, September 21, 2026, to the Office of Purchasing in Lorman, MS. The solicitation is an open RFP (BidStatus: Open) and falls under the IT procurement category. Interested vendors should obtain detailed specifications from the purchasing agent. Alcorn reserves the right to accept or reject any proposals and may waive informalities. • Opportunity ID: RFP#5588 – AI Proficiency Labs • Publication: August 7 – 14 2026 • Submission deadline: September 21 2026, 2:00 p.m. CST • Location: 1000 ASU Drive #509, Lorman, MS 39096‑7500 • Contact: Mertha V. George, (601) 877‑6154, [email protected] • Scope: Design, develop, and operate AI training labs (hardware, software, curriculum, support) for the university • Procurement category: Information Technology (IT) • No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required • Award date and contract value not disclosed

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Contact

Mertha V. George(Office of Purchasing Agent)

[email protected]

(601) 877-6154

Key dates

Opened
9/10/2026
Closes
9/21/2026

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Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Information Technology and Software Development
NAICS
541511
Solicitation №
5588

Budget estimate

$150,000 – $500,000

The award amount is not listed. Comparable university AI‑lab contracts typically range from $150,000 for a modest pilot to $500,000 or more for a full‑scale, multi‑year implementation that includes hardware, software licensing, curriculum development, and ongoing technical support. The final budget will depend on the scope the vendor proposes and the university’s budget.

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