Sole Source:Use only if proprietary/exclusive or required for system compatibility; expect heavy justification and board approval.
Coops:Frequently procures through 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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Solano Community College rarely uses sole source, reserving it for highly specialized instructional equipment or proprietary systems. Only pursue if you have documented vendor exclusivity or the purchase is essential for compatibility with an existing proprietary system. Be prepared for a manual board approval process with extensive justification.
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Solano Community College actively uses cooperative purchasing as its primary path to expedite buys and bypass formal bidding for larger purchases (~$114,800+). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Solano Community College Contracts
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Instructure, Inc. at Solano Community College
Effective: Jan 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Order Form details the procurement of 'Impact Standard Implementation' services by Solano Community College from Instructure, Inc. for a non-recurring total of USD 3,725.00. The service commencement date is January 1, 2026, and is expected to be completed within 12 months. The agreement operates under the framework of an existing Institution Participation Agreement and a Master Services Agreement.
Follett Higher Education Group, LLC at Solano Community College
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Bookstore Operating Agreement outlines the terms for Follett Higher Education Group, LLC to operate a campus store for Solano Community College. The agreement is effective from July 1, 2022, until June 30, 2027, with provisions for automatic annual renewals. Key aspects include Follett investing up to $25,000 in store improvements, providing $10,000 annually for textbook scholarships, and another $10,000 annually as a general donation. The contract also details operational responsibilities for both parties, commission structures based on sales categories, and provisions for termination, inventory, and confidential information.
Ellucian Company L.P. at Solano Community College
Effective: Oct 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Order Form details the transition of Solano Community College District from their existing Terminated Perpetual Software to new Ellucian Cloud Software, while retaining Continuing Perpetual Software licenses. The agreement specifies the software term from October 1, 2022, to June 30, 2028, with automatic annual renewals. It outlines annual fees for Cloud Software, various Professional Services, and ongoing software support services for both terminated (during transition) and continuing perpetual software. This Order Form amends a prior Software License and Services Agreement from May 8, 2006.
Ellucian Company LLC at Solano Community College
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Solano Community College District and Ellucian Company LLC, effective March 2025, serves to resolve a dispute regarding software and services. It details financial adjustments, including Ellucian cancelling invoices totaling $70,125, $112,372, $48,563, $5,305, $27,625, and $39,004, and issuing credits of $400,000, $30,833, $111,197.25, and $17,300. The District commits to paying invoices of $734,415 and $7,677. The MOU also outlines future professional services with a remaining balance of $523,809, to be paid in 18 monthly installments, and includes a new Statement of Work (SOW) covering various Banner SaaS services. The agreement's terms span from July 1, 2024, with some commitments extending to June 30, 2031.
Modern Campus USA Inc at Solano Community College
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Order Form No. 2, executed between Modern Campus USA Inc. and Solano Community College, outlines the licensing of Modern Campus Career Pathways and Modern Campus Hosting software, along with related services such as CMS design, migration, and implementation. The agreement's effective start date is July 01, 2025, for an initial term of 12 months, with provisions for automatic annual renewals. The total fees for the first year, covering both subscription and service costs, amount to $70,499.00. The document also details hosting services and incorporates general terms and conditions from a previously established master agreement.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Solano Community College
Professional Development/ Flex Cal Committee Meeting Agenda And Minutes
Date: Aug 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed and processed various professional development funding requests for faculty and staff. Key actions taken included the approval of the 2026-2027 meeting calendar, the modification of committee meeting times, and the establishment of a formal process for reviewing and approving grant applications during the summer term. The committee also discussed organizational announcements, including the departure of a committee member.
Professional Development/ Flex Cal Committee Agenda And Minutes
Date: Apr 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed several professional development funding requests. Discussions included updates to the committee roster, the observation of Womxn's Herstory Month, and the approval of a virtual symposium grant. The committee evaluated the structure of the upcoming FlexCal program, debating the balance between in-person and online sessions, and addressed the potential implications of a shift to a compressed academic calendar. Additionally, logistical challenges regarding campus email outreach and library room management for Flex Days were reviewed.
Department Chair Council Meeting Minutes
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The Council reviewed the Department Chair Pilot Program, analyzing faculty feedback regarding leadership roles, communication, and organizational structure. Key discussion topics included proposed academic division restructuring to align with Guided Pathways, updates on the transition of assessment reporting tools, and operational concerns regarding the bookstore vendor and textbook adoption processes. Additionally, the Council addressed upcoming budget planning, faculty evaluation and workload challenges, and findings from the compressed academic calendar survey.
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