The NCAA has "begun its request for proposal process following last month’s adoption of NIL transparency and consumer protection measures,” according to sources cited by Pete Nakos of ON3.com. The NCAA Division I Council formally approved the implementation of a voluntary registry for NIL service providers, mandatory disclosures of NIL deals, more standardized contracts and educational programs for athletes and NIL entities at January’s annual convention in Phoenix. The measures are “effective Aug. 1.” A source said that the NCAA has now “started the proposal process, accepting bids for its agent registry, disclosure database and education program.” The deadline to submit proposals is Feb. 23, with a “decision expected by the end of March.” Vendors and different software platforms "will be able to bid on the projects"