The project is a re-bid for installation of a new networked fire alarm system in the Comstock Memorial Union at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Bids must be submitted electronically through QuestCDN by November 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Room 102 of the Maintenance Building at Minnesota State Moorhead.
Comstock Memorial Union is a 90,000 gross square foot facility originally constructed in 1965 and 1970, with its last major renovation completed in 2015. The project will renovate the ballroom, which was not included in the 2015 renovation, to align it with the previous renovation. The project will also create a prominent welcome space for students and visitors.
Bid Package #3: The project includes installation of a new networked fire alarm system for the Comstock Memorial Union building. The upgraded fire alarm system wil be networked into the new campus wide system as part of this bid package.
Sole Source:Deprioritize. If coops won’t work, try scoping under $100,000 and obtain two quotes.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Minnesota State University Moorhead rarely uses sole source. No specific sole source threshold noted. If sole source is considered, expect high friction; instead, structure under $100,000 where two quotes (not a sealed bid) suffice.
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MSUM has used cooperative purchasing (e.g., Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners) to bypass competitive bidding. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Minnesota State University Moorhead Contracts
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TECHNOLUTIONS INC at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Effective: Oct 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Schedule I, effective October 1, 2024, and terminating June 30, 2027, is an addendum to a Master Services Agreement between Minnesota State University Moorhead (Client) and Technolutions, Inc. (Provider). It details the licensing, hosting, and support for the Slate constituent relationship management system, including its comprehensive functionalities and a payment schedule for specific periods. The document also includes terms for system availability and electronic signature disclosures.
Respondus, Inc. at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Effective: Feb 3, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a software license agreement between Respondus, Inc. and Minnesota State University Moorhead for LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor services. The agreement, last updated February 3, 2023, is supplemented by an Amendment effective September 1, 2022, and a Minnesota State Addendum. The Addendum sets specific terms for Minnesota State, including a one-year term (if not explicitly stated elsewhere), data privacy (FERPA, MGDPA), security protocols, and the exclusion of automatic renewals. While specific pricing is not detailed within the document, it refers to external sources for fee information. The contract is estimated to be effective from February 3, 2023, for a duration of one year.
Watermark Insights, LLC at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Effective: Dec 2, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract details Amendment No. 1 to a Software Agreement between Minnesota State University Moorhead and Watermark Insights. The amendment extends the service term for TK20 Student Access from December 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, and incorporates a new Student Learning and Licensure service with an additional $10,000 implementation fee. The total cumulative contract value is capped at $76,000, combining the original $66,000 for student access and the new services. The document also includes the original Order Form, general Organization Subscription Agreement, end-user Terms of Service, and a Minnesota State-specific Contract Addendum.
Slate Digital Inc. at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Services Agreement, effective July 1, 2022, between the State of Minnesota (on behalf of Minnesota State University Moorhead) and Slate Digital Inc., outlines terms for accessing and using the Slate Platform and related services for an initial term of five years. It establishes the scope of services, compensation (to be specified in individual Order Documents), intellectual property rights, confidentiality, warranties, indemnification, and limitations of liability. An attached Software Contract Addendum modifies terms for a specific Order Document, notably deleting automatic renewals and establishing specific provisions regarding data security, privacy, and legal compliance for Minnesota State.
Follett Higher Education Group, LLC at Minnesota State University Moorhead
Effective: Dec 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This is a Professional/Technical Services Contract between Minnesota State University, Moorhead, and Follett Higher Education Group, LLC, for the provision and operation of on-campus and online bookstore services. The contract is effective from December 1, 2023, until May 31, 2029. It details the Contractor's duties, Minnesota State's responsibilities, and financial terms including commissions paid by the Contractor to Minnesota State, as well as specific contributions and expenses covered by Follett, such as a $100,000 campus store renovation, a one-time payment of $100,000, an additional one-time payment of $25,000 upon ConnectOnce integration, and annual textbook scholarships of $4,000. The contract also includes various legal and operational clauses and references an RFP number SRC-MSUM-2024-000143-RFP.
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Minnesota State Morehead State of the University 2025
Date: Sep 18, 2025Type: Strategic Plan
The Minnesota State Morehead 'State of the University 2025' outlines a strategic initiative focused on 'Investing in Place' to transform its campus. This plan aims to create inspiring, collaborative, and achievement-focused environments by crafting spaces that foster creativity, connection, and student success, including dynamic learning centers and vibrant residential, dining, and athletic facilities. With a planned investment of $125 million, the university seeks to empower students, ignite their potential, and build a campus reflecting its spirit and commitment for generations to come.
Minnesota State Moorhead Strategic Framework
Date: Feb 15, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This strategic framework for Minnesota State Moorhead outlines the institution's commitment to advancing knowledge, innovation, and opportunity, with the goal of preparing highly sought-after graduates. The plan is structured around strategic pillars, including Academic Relevance, Student Experience, Regional Engagement, and Investment in Place, supported by foundational cornerstones of Growth and Culture. It aims to transform potential and empower purpose by fostering rigorous academic programs, engaging student experiences, and strong regional partnerships.
Minnesota State University Moorhead Strategic Plan 2022-2025
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This Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Strategic Plan outlines a roadmap for fostering an inclusive environment and promoting equity across the institution. It focuses on seven key components: enhancing academic success for all students, strategically managing financial resources to reduce economic burdens, ensuring universal design and accessibility, strengthening recruitment and partnerships, promoting holistic student engagement, building an evidence-based culture of accountability through data analytics, and advancing workforce and talent diversity through inclusive hiring and cultural competence development.
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