Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

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Buyer type:: Higher Education
Location:: Magnolia, AR
Country:: US

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus RFPs

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Construction Manager-at-risk Services (Request for Qualifications)
Posted
Sep 6, 2026
Closes
Sep 15, 2026
Provide construction manager-at-risk (cmar) services for the development of the defense manufacturing center of excellence.

Buyer Attributes

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City
The city where this buyer is located.
Magnolia
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
4,732
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
107983
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Muleriders
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
436.3
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
49%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
58 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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How to Sell to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

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Procurement Hell Score
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58 / 100
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $20,000, avoid—redirect to coops.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint, and Arkansas statewide contracts; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Sole Source
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- Southern Arkansas University Main Campus shows no discernible history of using sole source. Do not pursue this path. Context: standard competitive bidding applies over $20,000; instead, use cooperative contracts to bypass a formal sealed bid. Practical note: steer buyers away from sole source justifications and toward an available cooperative agreement.
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- You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Contracts

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Blackboard T&L, LLC at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Effective: Jul 1, 2026Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This contract is a Blackboard Order Form for software and services provided by Blackboard T&L, LLC to Southern Arkansas University. It spans five annual periods, from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2031, covering services such as SAAS storage, Anthology Ally, and Blackboard Learn SaaS. The total contract value for these five periods is $466,203.82. The agreement includes provisions for automatic annual renewals post-initial term and specifies payment terms.
Blackboard Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Blackboard Order Form establishes a three-year agreement between Blackboard Inc. and Southern Arkansas University for various software and services, including SaaS storage, Ally for Learn, and Blackboard Learn SaaS. The contract has an effective start date of July 1, 2023, and covers an initial term ending June 30, 2026, with a total value of $248,385.00. The agreement includes provisions for automatic annual renewals.
Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
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This Statement of Work details professional services provided by Jenzabar, Inc. to Southern Arkansas University, covering module implementation, web portal, project management, technical, consulting, data mapping, additional, integration/customization, report writing training, and retention services. The total estimated cost for all professional services is $606,948. The document also outlines terms for invoicing, expenses, travel, cancellation fees, change orders, exclusions, and conditions for involving third-party consultants, referencing a Master Agreement for general terms and conditions.
Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Effective: Aug 15, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document is an Order for Jenzabar Services detailing the provision of Jenzabar as a Service (JaaS) to Southern Arkansas University. The JaaS, which includes Cloud Access and Workflow Plus, has a total fee of $79,400. This amount is to be paid in three installments over the contract term. The service period commences on August 15, 2025, and concludes on June 14, 2028, with provisions for automatic annual renewals. It is explicitly stated that professional services for Workflow Plus implementation are not part of this order and require a separate agreement. This order is issued pursuant to a Master Agreement dated May 24, 2023.
Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Effective: May 1, 2021Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Master Agreement between Jenzabar, Inc. and Southern Arkansas University establishes the foundational terms and conditions for the university's future procurement of Jenzabar's JaaS (Software as a Service) offerings, Professional Services, and hardware. It covers licensing, service levels, support, invoicing, payment, data security, confidentiality, indemnification, and limitations of liability. The agreement outlines the framework for future transactions, with specific service details and fees to be defined in subsequent Orders and Statements of Work.

Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting
Date: Sep 3, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board received a presentation on the SAU Tech baseball program, focusing on recruitment, academics, and community involvement. Institutional updates included reports on freshman class size, the Lithium Learns Mobile STEM Lab, Foundation and Alumni Board appointments, upcoming Giving Day, and campus infrastructure projects such as stadium and residence hall improvements. Progress was reviewed regarding the Defense Manufacturing Center of Excellence. Additionally, the Board approved curriculum revisions for both SAU and SAU Tech, covering areas such as Precalculus AP credit, Certificate of General Studies, environmental management, sonography, cybersecurity, and manufacturing. Personnel changes were also approved.
Southern Arkansas University System Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes
Date: Jun 25, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board reviewed updates on the Next Step program and workforce development initiatives, including new STEM facilities. Key academic actions included approving revisions, new programs, and program deletions for both the university and SAU Tech, as well as the 2026-2029 strategic plan for SAU Tech. The board also approved modifications to the faculty handbook, including committee updates and the creation of an AI committee. Finally, the board reviewed and approved the 2026-2027 operating budgets for the university and SAU Tech, which included discussions on tuition adjustments and salary increases.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus.

James Derek AveryAssistant Chief of Police

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Bradley StoutAssistant Dean for Student Affairs Facilities (University Housing)

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus RFPs

Construction Manager-at-risk Services (Request for Qualifications)

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Contracts

Blackboard T&L, LLC at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Blackboard Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

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Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting

Southern Arkansas University System Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes

Key Contacts

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus RFPs

Construction Manager-at-risk Services (Request for Qualifications)

Buyer Attributes

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Contracts

Blackboard T&L, LLC at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Blackboard Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

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Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting

Southern Arkansas University System Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus RFPs

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Contracts

Blackboard T&L, LLC at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Blackboard Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

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Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting

Southern Arkansas University System Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes

Key Contacts

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus RFPs

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Contracts

Blackboard T&L, LLC at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Blackboard Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Jenzabar, Inc. at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Early Buyer Signals

Southern Arkansas University System Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting

Southern Arkansas University System Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes

Key Contacts

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Southern Arkansas University System Board Of Trustees

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