Auburn University at Montgomery is seeking a Contractor to transition the current in-store textbook sales to fully online e-commerce sales and to implement effective strategies to reduce the cost of textbooks and course materials for University students. The awarded Respondent’s services should yield the following results: • Online textbook sales for AUM students starting Fall 2026 (soft launch should be implemented by May 1, 2026). • A custom, one-stop online bookstore for all textbook needs, offering a combination of textbook-related solutions including new, used, rental, digital (lease and download), course packets and other innovative methods of delivering course materials; • Online storefront that is user-friendly, efficient and creates a positive experience for patrons of the University; • Improved affordability for AUM students by way of reduced course materials and delivery costs; • An easily navigable and efficient faculty adoption process; • Adequate material inventory levels, utilizing multiple sourcing avenues (where applicable); • Continued development of an Inclusive Access Course Materials Program; • Seamless integration with AUM’s enterprise systems, and • Drive greater revenue to the University
