Northern Illinois University
Exemption #PSCMKAL39717
Announcement of an Exempt Purchase
Award Info Published Wednesday March 18, 2026
Opendorse, IncLincoln, NE
- Amount: An estimated $10,371,997
- Terms: An estimated start date of 3/17/2026 through 6/30/2029
- Renewals: None
Summary
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0 BEP vendors
0 VBP vendors
0 Small businesses
The University award process may be delayed as this award goes through a state approval process.
First published Wednesday, March 18, 2026
The University awarded a contract for Opendorse Subscription.
Opendorse subscription, service, and sales plan for Athletic and NIL student athletes
This purchase is exempt from the usual selection processes of the Procurement Code because the procurement expenditure is for athletic, artistic or musical services, performances, events, or productions by or for a public institution of higher education. (30 ILCS 500 / 1-13(b)(4)) Subscription, service, and sales plan for Athletic and NIL student athletes for Athletic department and Student Athletes
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Kevin Lam
Northern Illinois University
Procurement Services & Contract Management
590 College Avenue
Lowden Hall, Room 107
DeKalb, IL 60115-2828
Phone: (815) 753-1675
FAX: (815) 753-6800
Northern Illinois University
Procurement Services & Contract Management
590 College Avenue
Lowden Hall, Room 107
DeKalb, IL 60115-2828
Phone: (815) 753-1675
FAX: (815) 753-6800
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.