Relocate the Speech and Hearing Remodel (SPHR) within RMNC by building out the 13,335 SF fourth floor in order to support operations. Transition existing open-office layouts into enclosed administrative, academic, and clinical environments. Programmed areas include faculty/staff offices, dry research labs, classrooms, a public-facing reception area, staff breakroom, specialized viewing rooms, new single-occupancy restrooms, student study space with a kitchenette, and sink alcoves. Due to precise operational requirements across clinical and research programs, high-performance acoustical isolation and sound-attenuation assemblies are required throughout. Alternate 1 - Replace normal power panel MCB-N2P3B3 and associated transformer MCBNT3B3 in room 305, alternate 2 - Replace the emergency power panel MCB-E4P4B3 in room 404A, alternate 3 - Replace normal power panel MCB-N4P4B2 in room 404A, alternate 4 - Abandon in place shaft refrigerant piping. Demolish all refrigerant piping up to the shaft, cap and
label "Abandoned in Place" where it enters and leaves the shaft, alternate 5 - Deductive Alternate: Exclude the wood flooring at the Academic Entry replace with carpet (CPTT1) in hallway at 135sf and resilient plank flooring (RFT1) in the kitchen area at 465 SF.
Portland State University seeks qualified architects, engineers, and consultants for an On Call Agreement to provide professional services. Consultants must be qualified in specific service categories and may be awarded multiple Work Authorizations or Task Orders, though work is not guaranteed. Submissions are accepted continuously until September 30, 2028.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Portland
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
19,951
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
209807
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Vikings
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
2,499.3
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
53%
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
55 / 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
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If proprietary, grant-specific, or required for continuity, proceed with a sole source via the department and CAPS.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, NASPO ValuePoint, and Oregon statewide price agreements; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Portland State University Contracts
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Ellucian at Portland State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a renewal quote from Ellucian to Portland State University for software maintenance and subscriptions, referencing contract#240167 Amd 22. It covers a five-year renewal period from 2026 through 2030, with services effective from July 1, 2025. The quote details costs for Banner products, Cognos Corporation products, Oracle Data Integrator Enterprise Edition, financial aid subscriptions, an Experience Premium add-on, and professional services. Pricing is presented with various annual escalator options and annual totals for different renewal terms, culminating in a 'GRAND TOTAL RENEWAL PLUS EXPERIENCE ADD-ON' for each year of the 5-year term.
EAB Global, Inc. at Portland State University
Effective: Oct 13, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Program Order Form establishes a new agreement between EAB Global, Inc. and Portland State University for Strategic Advisory Services, replacing all prior agreements. The contract specifies program fees across several terms, beginning October 13, 2023, and concluding December 31, 2028, with annual fees outlined for each period. A credit of $59,146.00 from previous arrangements will be applied to the initial invoice. The agreement also details invoicing terms and an optional 'Opt-Down' clause available in 2025.
TECHNOLUTIONS INC at Portland State University
Effective: Jan 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is Addendum #2 (Schedule SS) to the Master Services Agreement between Portland State University Student Success and Technolutions, Inc., effective January 1, 2024. It details the licensing, hosting, and support of the Slate system, including its comprehensive functionalities for student success and enrollment. The agreement outlines system availability terms and a payment schedule for the core license, consisting of 11 payments of $15,000 each, from January 2024 to January 2029. The schedule is set to terminate on June 30, 2029, with provisions for optional third-party services at additional costs.
Ellucian Company L.P. at Portland State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a Software Support Services Renewal for Portland State University with Ellucian Company L.P., amending an existing contract (PSU Contract # 240167). The renewal term spans from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2025. An invoice for USD 166,750.00 covers services for the period of July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024 (identified as year 2 of 3). The Renewal Order Form and an associated Renewal Quote specify an initial 12-month fee of USD 598,738.00 for the period July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, with subsequent annual fees subject to escalation.
EAB Global, Inc. at Portland State University
Effective: Apr 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Program Order Form, pursuant to a Master Agreement, outlines the provision of Strategic Advisory Services and associated fees from EAB Global, Inc. to Portland State University across five annual terms. The contract commences on April 1, 2023, and concludes on December 31, 2027, with annual fees specified for each period. An optional 'Opt-In Program' is also detailed, offering an alternative service structure and annual fee for a portion of the contract duration.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Portland State University
Tuition Review Advisory Committee Minutes
Date: Feb 11, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed tuition scenario planning, including determining the number and feasibility of tuition increase scenarios to present to the university community for feedback. Key concerns included communicating the impact of tuition increases to Pell-eligible students, the necessity of transparency regarding budget processes, and the challenges of explaining complex budget concepts like FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) to students. The committee also reviewed outreach materials, suggesting the addition of PIVOT information and clearer definitions for technical terms to help the public understand the context of potential service reductions and financial projections.
Tuition Review Advisory Committee Minutes
Date: Jan 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed the university's financial forecast, detailing the projected use of reserves and the growing deficit driven by increased costs and enrollment declines. Discussion covered expenditure drivers, including inflation, personnel costs, and benefits rates, as well as revenue factors such as state support and enrollment trends. The session also examined the Bridge to the Future 2.0 plan, which outlines strategies for financial adjustment, including position management, instructional portfolio rebalancing, and administrative optimization to address future budget gaps.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Portland State University.
The committee reviewed survey data regarding tuition increase preferences, noting student concerns about affordability and potential program reductions. Deliberations covered the comparison of graduate tuition rates relative to peer institutions and the strategic implications of various increase models. The committee formulated a recommendation regarding tuition adjustments, navigating the choice between 5% and 8% increases, and decided on a proposal for mandatory fee splits between the Rec Center and SHAC. The meeting concluded with planning for the upcoming Board of Trustees presentation.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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