Provide HVAC improvements that includes replacement of the existing HVAC units with two new air handling units connected to dedicated outdoor condensers with architectural screening; replacement in kind of two existing air handling units, new and re-used ductwork; modification and re-use of/re-connection to the existing heating system; all associated piping, insulation, electrical components, support hardware, and all necessary controls integration required to deliver a fully functional installation to the Center.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Providence
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
6,155
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
217420
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Anchormen
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
833.7
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
48%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
82 / 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
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $5,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through NASPO ValuePoint and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Rhode Island College (RIC) operates under the State of Rhode Island’s centralized procurement. Sole source over $5,000 is extremely difficult and lacks transparency; attempts typically default to a lengthy competitive bid. Practical path: redirect to state-level cooperative contracts instead of pursuing sole source.
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RIC can be onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
RIC uses state-adopted cooperative contracts; this is the primary and most viable path for timely purchasing.
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Rhode Island College Contracts
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EAB Global, Inc. at Rhode Island College
Effective: Sep 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract, identified by Award Number 3947308, is a renewal for Admissions Campus Monthly Tour Subscription services provided by EAB Global Inc. to Rhode Island College. The services commence on September 1, 2025, and run until June 30, 2027, with an awarded amount of $38,941.00. The document also includes details for a separate contract, Award Number 3874477, for Integrated Student Life Cycle Renewal services.
TECHNOLUTIONS INC at Rhode Island College
Effective: Mar 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines an amendment to a Master Services Agreement (SC-1000002067) between the State of Rhode Island (for Rhode Island College) and Technolutions Inc. for the provision of the Slate CRM system, including licensing, hosting, and support. The amendment, effective March 1, 2023, adjusts the total contract value from an original $166,712.00 to a revised $426,740.00, with an overall effective period until June 30, 2028. The agreement includes detailed service descriptions, payment schedules across three schedules (CEI, GPSI, and I), and comprehensive terms and conditions.
Anthology Inc of NY dba Anthology Inc of NY at Rhode Island College
Effective: Apr 21, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines two separate Purchase Agreements between the State of Rhode Island, Department of Administration, Division of Purchases, and ANTHOLOGY INC OF NY. The primary agreement (Award Number 3940577) is for a Student Engagement Platform at Rhode Island College (RIC), effective from April 21, 2025, to June 30, 2029, with an award amount of $100,798.13. The second agreement (Award Number 3853918) is for Campus Labs Software Renewal for RIC, effective from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2026, with a total amount of $97,500.00. Both agreements incorporate the State of Rhode Island's General Conditions of Purchase and include detailed terms and conditions.
Unknown Seller at Rhode Island College
Effective: Nov 15, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a participation plan form issued by the State of Rhode Island Department of Administration. It requires prime contractors/vendors to detail their commitment to utilizing certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Business Enterprises (WBE), and Disability Business Enterprises (DBE) as subcontractors and suppliers for a given project. The form collects information on the prime vendor, the solicitation, and specific details for each subcontractor, including a description of their work and the associated subcontract value, alongside the prime contractor's total contract value. This plan must be submitted at the time of bid.
Coursedog, Inc. at Rhode Island College
Effective: May 8, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Supplier Contract (SC-1000008824) establishes an agreement between the State of Rhode Island (on behalf of Rhode Island College) and Coursedog Inc. for the provision of an Intelligent Academic Operations Platform. The contract, effective from May 8, 2026, to May 7, 2029, includes various software modules such as Academic Scheduling, Catalog Management, Course Demand Projections, Curriculum Analytics, Curriculum Management, and Event Scheduling, along with implementation services. It details the scope of work, technical specifications, implementation methodology, and associated pricing, with a total cost of ownership of $609,862 for the approved option.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Rhode Island College
Rhode Island Standards for Educator Preparation Standards for Educator Preparation
Date: Nov 21, 2022Type: Strategic Plan
This document outlines the Rhode Island Standards for Educator Preparation, detailing five core areas: Professional Knowledge, Clinical Partnerships and Practice, Candidate Quality, Recruitment, and Assessment, Program Impact, and Program Quality and Improvement. These standards define the expectations for educator preparation programs to ensure candidates are proficient, culturally competent, and effective in impacting PK-12 student learning, supported by robust clinical experiences, continuous assessment, and ongoing program improvement.
Rhode Island College Strategic Plan 2021-2024
Date: Sep 21, 2021Type: Strategic Plan
The strategic plan, named FOCUS, aims to identify and achieve goals in academic excellence, student experience, and resource stewardship. It emphasizes a transparent and research-informed process, guided by principles of community partnership and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Key focus areas include self-advocacy for the college, sustainable investment in assessment to improve program quality and student experience, and effective implementation of strategic initiatives. The plan also seeks to standardize policies, enhance technology, and promote diversity and inclusion across the institution.
Rhode Island College Strategic Compass
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Rhode Island College.
The 2024 Rhode Island College Strategic Compass outlines five key goals: 1. Student-Centered Ecosystem: Building a supportive ecosystem to improve student success, eliminate equity gaps, and reduce engagement disparities. 2. Professional Development: Investing in faculty and staff through professional development to enhance institutional transformation. 3. High-Performing & Effective Organization: Modernizing operational practices and core systems to increase efficiency and improve service. 4. Hispanic-Serving Institution: Embracing the HSI designation to ensure equitable opportunities for Hispanic students. 5. Connections Beyond the Campus: Strengthening community engagement, partnerships, and alumni relations to enhance the college's impact. The plan prioritizes improving student support systems, fostering collaboration, enhancing data infrastructure, modernizing operational systems, and strengthening community engagement. It emphasizes the importance of institutional values such as academic quality, diversity, equity, inclusion, student agency, empowerment, collaboration, accountability, and community.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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