Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for College Of The Desert.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Palm Desert
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
12,861
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
113573
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Roadrunners
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
613.3
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
31%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
54 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Track vendor wins and renewal opportunities
This is a five-year renewal Order Form between Ellucian Company LLC and College of the Desert for software, cloud software services, and support. The agreement is effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029, with an "Order Total" of $2,754,625.00. It includes various Ellucian Colleague products and Ellucian Experience Premium. The Order Form constitutes a separate and independent contract, referencing an existing Cooperative Agreement.
This document details a one-year renewal agreement between Modern Campus USA and College of the Desert for Omni CMS web content management system services and associated licenses. The contract, effective from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, has a total value of $17,000.00. Services include self-hosted standard support, emergency alerts, and Omni CMS insights and search licenses. The document also includes an internal purchase requisition from Desert Community College District for the same services and amount.
This contract (C-0002062) is a five-year agreement with Modern Campus for website hosting and comprehensive CMS services for the College of the Desert. The agreement, effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029, covers various software components and services, with an 'Order Total' of $270,268.28.
This Order Form No. 2, effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029, details the licensing of various CMS software components and associated support services from Modern Campus USA Inc. to College of the Desert. It outlines specific subscription and support fees for each of the five years of the initial term, with annual increases, and replaces a previous Order Form No. 1. The agreement incorporates terms and conditions from a master agreement dated January 8, 2020.
This Purchase Order (P-0067353) from Desert Community College District to Modern Campus is for web page software and support services. The services, effective from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, aim to provide online resources and a responsive web platform for mobile devices, improving student experience. The total cost for this order is $17,000.00.
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Expiring contracts, renewals, and award history
Competitor contract data and source files
Budget and spend signals to prioritize accounts
Board meetings and strategic plans from College Of The Desert
The board meeting included the recognition of new faculty and staff appointments and the issuance of proclamations for National Disabilities Employment Awareness Month and National Hispanic Heritage Month. Reports were provided by the associated student organization regarding campus welcome events and upcoming club activities, and the college foundation regarding gala preparations, donor transparency ratings, and campus outreach. Additionally, the California School Employees Association presented a report addressing staff contributions and concerns regarding the transparency of the college's financial status and budget constraints.
The council proceeded with the nomination and appointment of the 2026-2027 CPC Tri-Chairs, confirming one nominee each for faculty, classified staff, and leadership positions. Discussions included a review of the CPC Charter, various subcommittee reports such as the Enrollment Management Committee, which noted a significant increase in enrollment data, and the Assessment of Planning and Outcomes Subcommittee's goals. A moment of silence was observed in recognition of September 11.
Public-sector contacts connected to College Of The Desert.
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The board addressed a wide range of administrative, personnel, and financial matters. Key discussions included approval of various personnel actions such as appointments, reclassifications, resignations, and salary adjustments for faculty and staff associations. The board also reviewed and ratified administrative services items including purchase orders, contracts, payroll, budget transfers, and bond project amendments. Additionally, the board approved travel for members to attend the ACCT Leadership Congress, appointed an Interim Chief of Staff, conducted public hearings regarding collective bargaining proposals, and adopted resolutions concerning budget revision procedures.
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Track College Of The Desert meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Quotable insights from buyer leadership
