Colorado School of Mines

The buyer seeks to redesign their primary website and associated subdomains. They require a SaaS Content Management System that aligns with operational needs, supports scalable growth, and minimizes implementation effort. The solution must include features such as a customizable program finder, AI-enhanced search capabilities, and WCAG accessibility compliance. The buyer plans to begin CMS implementation in July 2025 with minimal disruption to the existing website.

• 2/4/2025 - Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting
• 2/5/2025 - Offeror Written Inquiry Deadline
• 2/28/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 4/14/2025 - Presentations/Demonstrations

• Provide SaaS with modern architecture
• Cloud-based provider owning and maintaining the solution
• Support SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, or OpenID Connect for authentication
• Support design system of reusable components
• Provide global header, footer, and stylesheet control
• Offer ongoing technical support and customer service
• Create WCAG 2.1 AA compliant web pages
• Adhere to recognized information security framework
• Have disaster recovery and business continuity protections

• Redesign primary website mines.edu and associated subdomains
• Select and implement a SaaS Content Management System
• Provide hosting, maintenance, and support for the CMS
• Create user-friendly templates with branding and accessibility guardrails
• Implement customizable program finder and researcher network
• Integrate with Canto for digital asset management
• Enhance search capabilities with AI technology
• Ensure WCAG accessibility compliance
• Implement complex workflow management
• Support design system integration with reusable components