Specifications include, but are not limited to: assess up to three (3) bookstore operation models or available vendor models following the requirements specified below. These requirements are designed to provide the information necessary to make a decision that will best meet the needs of the College to provide optimization and enhancement of our college bookstore operations. A. General Information- where the Bookstore Consultant: 1. Should be objective, independent and knowledgeable in the college bookstore industry. 2. Must be able to provide data analysis to support their recommendation. 3. Must provide a strategic plan that will have the College’s mission and objectives at the forefront of the recommendation. 4. Must consider the College’s non-traditional population of students and recognize their diverse needs including an on-campus presence (physical bookstore location). B. Responsibilities of the Bookstore Consultant: 1. Assessment and recommendation of course material models 2. Provide market pricing analysis 3. Recommendations for leveraging technology and digital platforms to Enhance the bookstore experience 4. Provide a presentation to the Administration and Committee with a recommendation for moving forward with a Bookstore Operations Management company/vendor
