New Mexico State University

The buyer seeks a qualified consultant to lead and support their reapplication for the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. The consultant will guide the buyer in gathering and organizing data, collaborating with multiple colleges and units, and preparing the application. The project involves coordinating teams, developing a data collection plan, drafting a self-study report, and submitting the final application by April 1, 2025. The consultant will align the application process with the buyer's strategic goals for community engagement.

• 2/28/2025 - Draft Application Completion
• 4/1/2025 - Final Application Submission
• 4/1/2025 - Proposal Due Date

• Lead and coordinate the reapplication process for Carnegie Community Engagement Classification
• Assemble and manage teams for data collection, writing, and review
• Develop a structured data collection plan aligned with Carnegie Foundation criteria
• Draft a comprehensive self-study report highlighting NMSU's community engagement initiatives
• Complete a draft application by February 2025 for review
• Submit the final application to the Carnegie Foundation by April 1, 2025
• Align the application process with NMSU's LEADS 2025 Goal 3 for community engagement
• Form project leadership and assign roles across NMSU colleges and units
• Guide the writing team in drafting narrative sections of the application
• Conduct final quality review and manage post-submission follow-up