Lone Star College System is seeking proposals for a behavioral intervention software solution. The college system serves more than 80,000 credit students each semester across locations in the greater Houston area. The public posting provides bid dates and documents but does not specify the software’s technical requirements in its notes.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $250,000, use sole source. Only if a clear uniqueness case and internal champion exist; expect Board approval/ratification at ≥$250k and added scrutiny.
Coops:Frequently procures through Texas DIR, BuyBoard, OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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LSCS actively uses cooperative purchasing and prefers it for larger buys (≥$50k). Provide a best‑value rationale and be ready to furnish three quotes from co-op holders if requested. Reference the co-op contract ID on all quotes to bypass a full RFP.
Typical thresholds:≤$9,999.99 single quote; $10k–$49.9k three quotes unless using a co-op; ≥$50k via co-op.
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Lone Star College System Contracts
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D2l at Lone Star College System
Effective: Sep 3, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an Addendum to an existing agreement between D2L and Lone Star College System, specifically detailing the terms and conditions for D2L Generative AI Services. Effective September 3, 2024, it outlines usage limitations, intellectual property rights, warranties, indemnification, termination clauses, and fee structures for both complimentary and paid AI services, with specific paid features referenced in a separate Order.
D2L Ltd at Lone Star College System
Effective: Aug 4, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an Order Form (Q-75320, LMC0017592) issued by D2L Ltd. to Lone Star College System for Custom Implementation Services related to SIS Integration Support, covering the period from August 4, 2025, to August 3, 2026. The total fee for the first year of services is $6,750.00. The Order Form is governed by an existing agreement dated October 9, 2023, and includes specific terms and a Statement of Work outlining deliverables and responsibilities.
D2L Ltd at Lone Star College System
Effective: Apr 18, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Order Form between D2L Ltd. and Lone Star College System details the purchase of 'Brightspace Course Connector for Microsoft Teams' software for a period from April 18, 2025, to December 17, 2028. The total cost for this order is $16,014.84, broken down into annual fees. The document references a pre-existing governing agreement dated October 9, 2023, and includes specific terms regarding payment and acceptance.
CampusLogic at Lone Star College System
Effective: Nov 10, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a formal letter from Lone Star College System notifying CampusLogic of the termination of their Subscription Order Form and associated Terms and Conditions, originally established on November 10, 2022. The termination notice is dated April 10, 2024.
Oracle America, Inc. at Lone Star College System
Effective: Nov 7, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document comprises an Oracle Open Source Support Services Agreement and its Amendment One, between Oracle America, Inc. and Lone Star College System District. The agreement, effective November 7, 2025, provides terms for support services related to Oracle Linux, Oracle VM, and Oracle Verrazzano. It covers definitions, service offerings, indemnification, fees, warranties, termination, nondisclosure, and governing law. The amendment, also effective November 7, 2025, modifies payment terms from annual in advance to quarterly in arrears, updates nondisclosure clauses, and changes the governing law and jurisdiction to Texas.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Lone Star College System
Lone Star College Board Of Trustees Board Of Trustees Meeting
Date: Sep 3, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting addressed several key agenda items, including the authorization of prevailing salary rates for the 2027 fiscal year in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act. A significant portion of the meeting involved a special report from the Chancellor regarding a tragic student accident at the University Park campus. The discussion emphasized the institution's commitment to mental health, community support, and the welfare of all individuals associated with the college while respecting the privacy of the affected family.
Lone Star College Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Date: Jun 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included public comments regarding the 'fight for affordability' program by the American Federation of Teachers and a presentation on the Lions Club International's activities. Board members provided updates on commencement ceremonies and discussed the dual credit student success. A special recognition was held for the inaugural comfort dog, Tater Tot, acknowledging the therapy dog program's mission to support mental health and community engagement, and the transfer of ownership of the comfort dog to Officer Emily Tate.
Lone Star College System Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
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Chantell Wilson LinkAssociate Vice Chancellor and Chief Industry Partnerships and Career Advancement Officer
The Board conducted a Tax Rate Public Hearing for the 2026 tax year and held a regular meeting. Key actions included the levy of maintenance and operations and interest and sinking components of the ad valorem tax rate, the appointment of county tax assessor-collectors, and the approval of investment broker-dealers for the upcoming fiscal year. The Board also authorized several interlocal agreements for event services with local school districts, approved procurement contracts for IT infrastructure, network support, and telecommunications, and authorized renovations for the LSC-CyFair Empowerment Center relocation. Additionally, the Board addressed grant applications, policy revisions, and various personnel matters.
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