Utah Tech University - Virtual Tour Platform and Content Development Services

Project ID: 26-0422 State|LocalOpportunities

Overview

Agency	Utah Tech University [UT]
Deadline	05/20/26
Posted	05/01/26
Estimated Value	$50,000 - $250,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	Not Provided
NAICS	Not Provided
PSC	Not Provided
Location	Utah

Description

Primary Latest Change

Utah Tech University invites qualified vendors to submit proposals to design, develop, and implement a modern, interactive, and engaging virtual campus tour experience. The University seeks to enhance the way prospective students, families, and guests explore campus by delivering a visually compelling, mobile-friendly, and immersive digital experience that reflects Utah Tech University's academic environment, student life, and campus culture. The University is transitioning to Element451 and requires a virtual tour solution that integrates seamlessly to support inquiry capture, student engagement tracking, and recruitment marketing efforts. This project builds upon prior institutional planning and best practices and is intended to create a refreshed, future-ready virtual experience that strengthens enrollment and engagement outcomes.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive polytechnic university located in St. George, Utah. The institution emphasizes active, applied learning to develop skilled, resilient, and lifelong learners. The university is committed to academic excellence, student success, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This contract aims to design, develop, and implement a modern virtual campus tour experience that enhances how prospective students and guests explore the campus. Work Details The selected vendor will be responsible for: - Developing a fully interactive, self-guided virtual campus tour. - Providing updated 360° imagery and/or immersive media content. - Showcasing academic buildings, student life, housing, and campus resources. - Delivering a mobile-first and accessible experience compliant with ADA/WCAG standards. - Integrating inquiry capture and tracking with Element451. - Providing analytics to support enrollment and marketing decisions. - Enabling long-term updates and scalability. Core services required include full virtual campus tour design and development, 360° imagery with an interactive navigation system, mobile and desktop optimization, basic analytics dashboard, integration with Element451 inquiry/lead capture, hosting and maintenance services, as well as staff training and documentation. Optional enhancements may include drone/aerial footage, student-led storytelling/narration, interactive maps, multilingual options, advanced analytics/behavioral tracking, AI-guided experiences, video integration/multimedia enhancements, and social-media-friendly features. Period of Performance The anticipated contract length is two (2) years with annual renewal options up to five (5) years based on satisfactory performance. Place of Performance The contract will be performed at Utah Tech University in St. George, Utah. Bidder Requirements Vendors must have been in business for at least five years and demonstrate experience working with universities that have over 10,000 students. The proposed software must integrate with Ellucian Banner and Element451. Vendors must provide a self-guided tour feature along with personalized/custom tours for visitors. In-depth analytics with easy-to-read visuals/dashboard are required. Additionally, vendors must ensure user-friendly interfaces for both users and visitors while incorporating AI features.

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