Can this proposal be e-signed?

Yes. Electronic signatures are generally enforceable under the federal ESIGN Act and state UETA laws when intent, consent, attribution, and retention are demonstrable. Confirm the USF solicitation allows electronic signatures and meet any consumer-disclosure or authentication requirements.

What about notarization or witnesses?

Notarization and witness needs depend on the document type and state law. Deeds, powers of attorney, and certain affidavits may require notarization or witnesses; where permitted, Remote Online Notarization (RON) can be used if the state allows it and the process retains required records.

Who should sign the proposal?

An authorized officer or agent with authority to bind the vendor must sign. Include signature blocks for each legal entity involved and attach corporate authorization evidence or power of attorney when the signer is not the named officer.

How long must records be kept?

Retain procurement and signed proposal records per USF policy and federal minima. For tax support, keep records at least three years (IRC §6501(a)); HIPAA-covered records require six years (45 CFR §164.530(j)). Consult counsel for longer industry-specific periods.

Can a submitted proposal be changed?

Amendments or withdrawals must follow the solicitation schedule and instructions. Many solicitations permit written amendment before the deadline; after submission, changes are typically accepted only by formal amendment or with written consent from the contracting officer.

How to confirm successful submission?

Retain the portal confirmation or emailed receipt and download the signed package plus its audit trail. The audit trail should show signer attribution, timestamps, and IP addresses to support authenticity and future audits.

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MSPN Proposal USF System University of South Florida

MSPN Proposal USF System University of South Florida

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USF Graduate Certificates - Graduate Certificate Proposal Form

Save blank form to your desktop, then fill in fields. Send electronic version to barnesk@usf.edu. Submit original, signed copy to Graduate Certificates, LIB608. (College of Education must first submit to Lora Crider, EDU 105).

Name of Graduate Certificate: Date:

College: Department:

CONTACTS

Position	Name	Phone	E-mail Address	Location	Mail Point
Grad Cert Director
Advisor
Admin. Asst.

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Total Credit Hours Required:

Implementation Date:

Expected Enrollment:

Time Limit for Completion:

Other programs this graduate certificate links to:

CURRICULUM

List graduate certificate courses. For new courses, attach a copy of the online graduate course proposal form, the graduate curriculum approval form, and the course syllabus.

Course #	Title/Credits	Faculty Member	Delivery Method	Required or Elective	New or Existing	Part of Other grad Cert?

CATALOG ENTRY

Course location/delivery:

Brief description:

Credit toward graduate degree: Up to 12 hours of certificate course credits may be applied to a graduate degree with departmental approval.

Transfer Credit: Non-degree seeking students and transfer students may apply one course to a graduate certificate with department approval.

Standardized tests:

Admission requirements:

Degree: GPA:

Prerequisite courses (list specific courses or a certain number of credits in a discipline):

Application Process:

Official Transcripts Resume Letter of Interest Other:

Registration Process:

• First, consult with the certificate program advisor and obtain an electronic course permit if necessary. Then go to www.bit.ly/USF-oasis, the link to OASIS, USF’s on-line registration system.

• Follow directions given online.

• To access online course materials, students must have the USF NetID (e-mail account). Please visit: www.bit.ly/USF-ID to obtain the NetID.

New students, including those studying online, may obtain the USFCard. Please visit: www.bit.ly/USF-card to obtain the USFCard.

Tuition and Fees: (Text for this area will be inserted based on the type of certificate selected from the drop-down list below.)

Financial Aid: Non-degree seeking students are not eligible for financial aid. Please contact private lenders for information on the types of student loans available.

JUSTIFICATION

Purpose:

Benefits:

Marketing/Outreach:

COMPETITION

List other schools where a similar program is offered and how the courses are delivered, i.e. traditional, partially online, fully online, alternative calendar, etc.

University	Location	Name of Grad Cert	Delivery Method

Funding: On a separate sheet, detail costs associated with the start-up and operation of the proposed graduate certificate (faculty, staff, equipment, space etc.). Attach a letter of resource support from your department chair/college dean to the signed proposal.

Signature Section

Position	Name	Signature	Date
Department Chair
College Committee Chair
College Assoc. Dean
Graduate Council Chair
Graduate Certificates	Kathleen H. Barnes

What the MSPN Proposal for the USF System Is

The MSPN Proposal USF System University of South Florida is a formal vendor submission prepared in response to a university procurement solicitation or internal request for proposals. It documents the bidder’s scope of services, technical approach, pricing, staff qualifications, compliance statements, and required attachments for evaluation by the USF System procurement office. The template structures proposal elements to match USF evaluation criteria and administrative rules, helping vendors present required information consistently for scoring, contract negotiation, and post-award onboarding. It serves as the contractual and administrative basis for award.

Why a Standardized MSPN Proposal Matters

Using a standardized MSPN Proposal template improves compliance with USF procurement rules, reduces omissions during evaluation, documents proof of qualifications and pricing, and creates a clear record for contract formation and audit. It also streamlines reviewer comparisons across bidders.

Who Typically Prepares and Reviews This Proposal

Typical users include procurement staff, department subject-matter experts, and external vendors responding to USF solicitations.

Procurement officers reviewing compliance, evaluation criteria, and scoring methodology for award decisions.
Department chairs and technical leads verifying scope, staffing, and deliverable alignment with campus needs.
Vendors and subcontractors assembling pricing schedules, certifications, and required attachments for submission.

Each participant should follow the USF solicitation instructions precisely to avoid disqualification and ensure proper evaluation.

Step-by-Step: Completing and Submitting the MSPN Proposal

Complete the MSPN Proposal by assembling attachments, populating required fields, obtaining signatures, and confirming submission per the solicitation instructions.

01

Prepare Package: Gather exhibits, certifications, and insurance proofs.
02

Verify Requirements: Compare solicitation checklist line-by-line and correct omissions before signing.
03

Sign and Date: Authorized representative signs and dates each required signature block.
04

Submit & Confirm: Upload via USF portal or follow submission method and keep proof.

Configure Electronic Workflow to Match USF Routing

Configure the electronic workflow to match USF routing, add signer roles, set authentication, and preserve an audit trail for compliance and records.

Field	Configuration
Routing Order	Sequential routing by role
Authentication	Email plus SMS OTP or ID verification
Retention	Store signed PDF plus audit log
Notifications	Email notifications and completion receipts

How Electronic Submission and Routing Work

Electronic submission follows a simple flow: upload the proposal, place signature fields, assign signers, and finalize the signed package for archiving and review.

Upload Document: Upload as PDF or DOCX for best fidelity.
Place Fields: Add signature, initial, and date fields.
Assign Signers: Enter parties and signer order.
Finalize: Send link, collect signatures, archive.

Platform and Integration Considerations

Confirm platform compatibility with USF submission requirements, accepted file types, and any multi-factor authentication required by the solicitation.

Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace
File Formats: PDF, DOCX, XLSX supported
Authentication: Email link, SMS code, ID verification

Comparing eSignature Vendor Pricing and Capabilities

Compare common eSignature vendor capabilities and pricing to assess compliance, HIPAA readiness, and per-user costs for MSPN Proposal execution.

	signNow	DocuSign	Adobe Sign	PandaDoc	HelloSign
Starting Price	$8/user/mo	$15/user/mo	$14/user/mo	$19/user/mo	$15/user/mo
Free Trial	7-day free trial	Varies by vendor	Varies by vendor	Varies by vendor	Varies by vendor
Bulk Send	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
Audit Trail	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIPAA Compliant	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No

Security and Compliance Features to Check

Encryption in transit: TLS 1.2 and 1.3 transport encryption

Encryption at rest: AES-256 disk encryption

Certifications: SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001

HIPAA Support: Business Associate Agreement available

21 CFR Part 11: Compliant options for FDA workflows

Audit Trail: Detailed timestamps, IP, and action log

Key Penalties and Risks to Avoid

1099 Late (≤30 days): $60 per form (IRC §6721)

1099 Late (after Aug 1): $330 per form (IRC §6721)

Intentional Disregard: $660+ per form, no cap

I-9 Paperwork Violation: $281–$2,789 per violation

Proposal Noncompliance: Disqualification risk for missing mandatory items

Signature Mismatch: Payment delay or award rescission risk

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

Omitting required attachments or signed certifications, which frequently leads to immediate disqualification during initial compliance review.
Using an incorrect legal entity name or TIN that triggers payer backup withholding or vendor setup delays.
Failing to follow the solicitation formatting and page limits, making evaluation and scoring more difficult for reviewers.
Not confirming signer authority and notarization requirements, resulting in a contract that cannot be executed or processed.

Real-World Examples of Similar eSignature Workflows

These examples illustrate how organizations have applied electronic signing and integrations to speed procurement and document handling.

Xerox Integration

Xerox used signNow integrated with NetSuite to route signatures and automate document delivery for procurement processes.

Improved routing and format flexibility.
According to Kodi-Marie Evans, Director of NetSuite Operations at Xerox, "airSlate SignNow provides us with the flexibility needed to get the right signatures on the right documents, in the right formats, based on our integration with NetSuite." The integration reduced manual follow-ups and streamlined approvals.

Martin Properties

Martin Properties processed leasing and closing documents fully online across portfolios for property transactions and compliance.

Faster execution across mobile and offline.
Founder Tim Martin reported that using signNow allowed processing and execution of documents online with full compliance and built-in security: "Whether on mobile or working offline, I can get forms back to their necessary parties efficiently." The change shortened turnaround for transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions and Practical Answers

Answers to common questions about signing, submitting, and storing the MSPN Proposal for USF procurement.

Need help? Contact support

Can this proposal be e-signed?
Yes. Electronic signatures are generally enforceable under the federal ESIGN Act and state UETA laws when intent, consent, attribution, and retention are demonstrable. Confirm the USF solicitation allows electronic signatures and meet any consumer-disclosure or authentication requirements.
What about notarization or witnesses?
Notarization and witness needs depend on the document type and state law. Deeds, powers of attorney, and certain affidavits may require notarization or witnesses; where permitted, Remote Online Notarization (RON) can be used if the state allows it and the process retains required records.
Who should sign the proposal?
An authorized officer or agent with authority to bind the vendor must sign. Include signature blocks for each legal entity involved and attach corporate authorization evidence or power of attorney when the signer is not the named officer.
How long must records be kept?
Retain procurement and signed proposal records per USF policy and federal minima. For tax support, keep records at least three years (IRC §6501(a)); HIPAA-covered records require six years (45 CFR §164.530(j)). Consult counsel for longer industry-specific periods.
Can a submitted proposal be changed?
Amendments or withdrawals must follow the solicitation schedule and instructions. Many solicitations permit written amendment before the deadline; after submission, changes are typically accepted only by formal amendment or with written consent from the contracting officer.
How to confirm successful submission?
Retain the portal confirmation or emailed receipt and download the signed package plus its audit trail. The audit trail should show signer attribution, timestamps, and IP addresses to support authenticity and future audits.

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