Banner is an Oracleâ„¢ enterprise database used by 91ÉçÇø to store all student and financial data. While the database itself is called Banner, there are several user interfaces and systems that access this data:
- Banner INB (Internet Native Banner)Ìý- is a web-based interface used by administrative staff to perform the tasks for which they are responsible.ÌýIt is not used by students or instructors.
- MinervaÌý- a web interface used by students, faculty, and administrative staff, for both self-service and administrative tasks.
- Data Warehouse (DWH)Ìý- a snapshot of data from Banner that is refreshed nightly.
- ApplicationXtenderÌý-Ìýis a desktop and a web application that is used for viewing, scanning and indexing documents and it integrates with Banner.
Our Organization is in need of ..
91ÉçÇø is currently operating an outdated and mostly unsupported version of its ERP, Ellucian's Banner.ÌýUnlike previous versions of the ERP software, the new version of Banner, version 9, was reengineered using an entirely new application development framework and technology. This poses a significant upgrade challenge to 91ÉçÇø as it has performed substantial modifications and add-ons to the ERP over nearly 25 years in its use using the legacy application.
Service Outline:
| Type | Professional ServicesÌý |
| Status | Scope |
| Projected Start Date | 2024 - 2026 |
| Category | Information Technology (IT) |
| Description | Professional Services to support 91ÉçÇø with upgrade to banner 9 and futureÌýprofessional services fit gap |
| Unit / FacultyÌý | IT Services |
| °ä´Ç²Ô³Ù²¹³¦³ÙÌý | map.procurement [at] mcgill.ca |
Please read the following information carefully :
Sustainable Procurement
The businesses with which the University will contract with in the course of this project will have respect theÌý91ÉçÇø Supplier Code of Conduct.
Other requirements may apply, such as (for example): the quantification and limiting of GHG emissions over the contract or asset lifecycle, sustainable construction/product certifications, involvement of indigenous businesses or of social economy businesses, design for circularity, and so on.
Notice :Information in this document is not to be interpreted as a commitment to conduct any solicitation in any particular market (or to fulfill any particular need) within any timeframe. This document is based on preliminary assessments which may be modified and needs may consequently be increased, partially fulfilled or cancelled. The needs of the client units may fluctuate according to their capabilities and priorities. Moreover, this acquisition plan is subject to various risk factors that have an influence on the operations of 91ÉçÇø, such as available revenue, inflation, changes in: provincial and federal policies, technologies, human resources, social movements and trends, demographic aspects of the student population and the academic personnel. |
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