The University is issuing this RFP to identify a vendor that can perform a comprehensive review and feasibility study to evaluate the current intercollegiate athletics department and programs at the University. The review and study will include, but not be limited to:

  • Student athlete experience and well-being.
  • Conference and Division suitability.
  • Enrollment and financial optimization,
  • Fundraising challenges and opportunities,
  • Facility conditions,
  • Needs and opportunities,
  • Gender equity considerations,
  • Appropriate departmental structure and staffing.
  • Athletic alumni(ae) engagement, and
  • The department's overall contribution to the vision and mission of the University.

SECTION 30 – PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS

30.1 Contract Components and Order of Precedence

The University's acceptance of the vendor's offer in response to the solicitation, indicated by the issuance of a contract award by Kentucky State University, shall create a valid contract between the Parties consisting of the following:

  1. Procurement Statutes, Regulations and Policies;
  2. Any written Agreement between the Parties;
  3. Any Addenda to the Solicitation;
  4. The Solicitation and all attachments;
  5. Any Best and Final Offer;
  6. Any clarifications concerning the Contractor's proposal in response to the Solicitation;
  7. The Contractor's proposal in response to the Solicitation.

In the event of any conflict between or among the provisions contained in the contract, the order of precedence shall be as enumerated above.

30.2 Final Agreement

The contract represents the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof. Prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral, between the parties hereto relating to the subject matter hereof shall be of no effect upon this contract.

30.3 Contract Provisions

If any provision of this contract (including items incorporated by reference) is declared or found to be illegal, unenforceable, or void, then both the University and the contractor shall be relieved of all obligations arising under such provision. If the remainder of this contract is capable of performance, it shall not be affected by such declaration or finding and shall be fully performed.

30.4 Type of Contract