Framingham State University seeks to replace the Framingham State University Police Department’s existing public-safety radio communications system with a complete, reliable, scalable solution; this is an open-market procurement for equipment and services, not a grant program. The contractor will assess, design, furnish, install, program, configure, test, document, and support a system with dispatch consoles, radios, antennas and network equipment, power and monitoring components, and a backup dispatch system deployable within 15 minutes; it must support conventional analog and P25 communications, with encryption where applicable. The contract is for three years with two optional annual renewals and includes staff training and a full-term maintenance agreement; bidders need at least five years of relevant land-mobile-radio experience and must attend the mandatory site visit.
The project scope includes, but is not limited to a reconfiguration of select interior offices, conference rooms and the main entry of the building. New interior finishes and related Mechanical and Electrical upgrades.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Framingham
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
4,002
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
165866
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Rams
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
573.3
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
48%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
61 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:Not viable here—focus on formal competition and a compliant bid.
Coops:Framingham State University does not appear to use co-ops today, but you can position these cooperative programs as another option. Sourcewell and OMNIA Partners are available through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Framingham State University has no viable sole source path; public records (2019–2025) show no sole source awards. No sole source dollar threshold is stated. Practical note: Redirect efforts to formal competitive bidding—monitor www.commbuys.com and www.biddocsonline.com and prepare a comprehensive, compliant bid aligned to specifications.
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Framingham State University does not appear to use co-ops today, but you can position these cooperative programs as another option. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):Sourcewell; OMNIA Partners
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Framingham State University Contracts
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EAB Global, Inc. at Framingham State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Program Order Form, referencing a Master Agreement dated 2/24/2022, outlines services provided by EAB Global, Inc. to Framingham State University for the Enroll360: Cultivate program. The contract period runs from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with fixed program fees totaling $188,340.00. The agreement also details estimated passthrough costs for postage and media, outlines variable supplemental fees for additional volume, and specifies that actual list costs will be billed directly by third-party providers to the university.
Eab Global at Framingham State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract is a one-year renewal for "Enroll 360: cultivate HS Junior recruitment campaign" services between EAB Global (seller) and Framingham State University (buyer), effective July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with a maximum obligation of $204,813.
Element451 at Framingham State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Standard Contract Form for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts establishing an agreement with Element451. The contract has an anticipated effective start date of July 1, 2025, and an end date of June 30, 2028. It outlines yearly maximum obligations for compensation: $38,070 for Year 1, $39,973 for Year 2, and $41,972 for Year 3. The agreement incorporates standard terms and conditions and includes details on prompt payment discounts and certifications.
Element451, Inc. at Framingham State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Service Order outlines a 36-month subscription for Element451's marketing and dedicated support software-as-a-service for Framingham State University, effective from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2028. The base annual fee is $38,070.00, which is subject to a 5% compound annual rate increase, and additional charges may apply for usage-based SMS/MMS/Texting features. The agreement is subject to MA IT Terms and Conditions.
EAB Global, Inc. at Framingham State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Standard Contract Form between EAB Global Inc. (Contractor) and Framingham State University (Commonwealth Department) is for software maintenance renewal. It is a new contract under Department Procurement, effective from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029. The compensation method is either a Rate Contract or a Maximum Obligation Contract, but the specific maximum obligation amount is not provided.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Framingham State University
Board Of Trustees Board Meeting Minutes
Date: May 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board discussed various institutional initiatives, including advocacy for Pell Grant preservation, updates on university fundraising, and diversity, inclusion, and community engagement programs. Key financial discussions centered on the FY26 budget status and the preliminary FY27 budget, which includes a deficit reduction plan and capital investment proposals. The meeting also addressed governance updates regarding bylaws, enrollment management strategies, career development initiatives, and enhancements to campus cybersecurity protocols. Additionally, the Board reviewed administrative delegations of authority and recognized a departing trustee for their years of service.
Board Of Trustees Board Meeting
Date: Mar 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included reports on the Campus Master Plan, facility development projects including Linsley Hall and Learning Lab modernization, and the development of internship and co-op programs. The board discussed campus accessibility efforts, introduced the new Chief of Police, and reviewed athletic achievements and requirements. Additionally, the board reviewed the operating budget deficit projections, updated the university's investment policy, approved the academic year meeting schedule, and confirmed the slate of officers and the appointment of a new trustee emerita.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Framingham State University.
The meeting included reports on personnel, community sponsorships, and upcoming commencement ceremonies. Key topics discussed were the introduction of a new Vice President of Legal and Government Affairs, updates on the search for a new Chief of Police, and spring enrollment data regarding undergraduate and graduate students. The Board reviewed a comprehensive Campus Master Plan, which was formally approved, and received an overview of the NECHE financial screening process. Additionally, the Board discussed an internal assessment of physical campus accessibility, emergency preparedness protocols, and ongoing land acknowledgment and indigenous community engagement efforts.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Track Framingham State University meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
