Nursing Faculty-led Program: Healthcare Immersion in the Nordic Countries

Minnesota State University, Mankato is seeking a qualified vendor to design, manage, and execute a faculty‑led nursing study‑away program that immerses 12‑16 students (plus two faculty leaders) in Nordic healthcare systems during May 9‑23 2027. The vendor must provide a turnkey travel solution—including international airfare, ground transportation, lodging, meals, guided cultural/health‑system tours, and optional classroom/A‑V space—while handling all risk‑management, insurance, and compliance reporting requirements. The contract is expected to last about ten months, beginning after award (target August 20 2026) and ending after program completion. Evaluation will emphasize adherence to terms, a detailed work plan, the vendor’s relevant experience, completeness of the proposal, and price/value. • Deliver a fully‑managed travel package (flights, coach transport, hotels, meals, guide services) staying under $5,000 per participant for ground services and $1,500‑$1,750 for airfare. • Coordinate cultural and health‑system visits across Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland, including meetings with local health experts, hospitals, and community wellness sites. • Provide emergency assistance, travel insurance, 24‑hour support, and required reporting for Clery, Title IX, and Minnesota state mandates. • Submit a comprehensive work plan, pricing breakdown, references, and risk‑management documentation by 07/16/2026 2:00 PM CT.