Renovation of approx. 2,700 SF in the Science and Math building in room 230. Renovation will create a nursing simulation lab to support nursing program. Scope will include: demo, electrical, mechanical, cabinetry and new construction.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Marshall
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
8,214
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
175078
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Mustangs
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
362.3
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
45%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
48 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, Minnesota State system contracts, or the State’s CPV; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Southwest Minnesota State University has no public history of using sole source. Treat sole source as high-risk and redirect to cooperative purchasing to bypass formal bidding. No specific sole source dollar thresholds were identified.
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SMSU uses cooperative purchasing and this is the primary, low-friction path. Piggybacking is authorized under Minnesota Statute 471.345. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Southwest Minnesota State University Contracts
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Encoura LLC at Southwest Minnesota State University
Effective: Apr 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract consists of a Statement of Work (SOW) and a Master Services Agreement (MSA). The SOW details that Encoura will provide student retention prediction services, including data collection, a client-specific predictive model, and access to a Retention Data Center, to Southwest Minnesota State University from April 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027, for a total fee of $16,633.42. The MSA outlines the general terms and conditions governing the provision of these services.
Ready Education LLC at Southwest Minnesota State University
Effective: Nov 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Services Agreement, effective November 1, 2025, is between Ready Education, LLC and the State of Minnesota on behalf of Southwest Minnesota State University. It outlines the terms for Ready Education to provide a community engagement platform and mobile applications (Services) for a period of 5 years, until October 31, 2030. The agreement details definitions, services, fees, data handling, confidentiality, intellectual property, warranties, indemnification, and termination clauses. A Software Contract Addendum and a Service Level Agreement are also included, with the Addendum superseding conflicting terms. The total contract value is $283,516.00.
Southwest Minnesota State University at Southwest Minnesota State University
Effective: Sep 15, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a purchase order/invoice from Southwest Minnesota State University to Starbridge for hourly services. The service is estimated at 2 hours at $30 per hour, totaling $60.00. The invoice date is September 15, 2025, with payment due by October 15, 2025, under Net 30 terms. The purchase order number is CST-0000001977.
Leepfrog Technologies, Inc. at Southwest Minnesota State University
Effective: May 18, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Service and Software Agreement (SSA) between Leepfrog Technologies, Inc. and Southwest Minnesota State University outlines the terms for licensing and providing CourseLeaf products (CAT and CIM modules) and related services. The agreement, effective April 22, 2024, has an initial term of five years, with service periods for specific modules extending until May 17, 2029. It details licensing, ownership, data security, support services, and payment terms, including annual recurring fees for the modules. A Software Contract Addendum is included, which supersedes certain clauses in the main agreement, particularly concerning liability, indemnification, and data handling.
Watermark Insights, LLC at Southwest Minnesota State University
Effective: Mar 27, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is an Order Form (Q-25255) between Watermark Insights, LLC and Southwest Minnesota State University for Student Learning and Licensure services, including one-time implementation and five annual subscription terms. The contract is effective from March 27, 2024, to March 26, 2029, with a total contract value of $257,860.00. It incorporates a Minnesota State Software Contract Addendum and a Master Subscription Agreement, outlining detailed terms for service provision, payment schedules, data handling, intellectual property, and liability.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Southwest Minnesota State University
Southwest Minnesota State University Academic Catalog 2018-2019
Date: May 9, 2019Type: Strategic Plan
This document is the Academic Catalog for Southwest Minnesota State University for the 2018-2019 academic year. It details the university's mission, vision, and core values, and provides comprehensive information on academic programs, admission requirements, financial aid, and institutional policies. The catalog outlines various undergraduate and graduate degrees, including specific course descriptions and requirements, serving as a guide for students and stakeholders.
Equity Strategic Dimensions 2030
Date: Sep 1, 2019Type: Strategic Plan
The strategic plan focuses on enhancing access to higher education through partnerships with K-12, business, and community organizations. It aims to establish guided learning pathways, promote student engagement and support, and build technology infrastructure for data-guided decision-making. Additionally, it seeks to expand financial resources for students, promote workforce diversity, and develop culturally competent practices.
Southwest Minnesota State University Campus Assessment Master Plan
Date: Sep 1, 2025
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Southwest Minnesota State University.
The Campus Assessment Master Plan (CAMP) at Southwest Minnesota State University outlines the university's approach to assessment for improving student learning and ensuring accountability. Key areas of focus include academic program assessment, Minnesota Transfer Curriculum/Liberal Education Program (LEP) assessment, and assessment in Student Affairs. The plan emphasizes continuous improvement through a cyclical process involving planning, implementation, evaluation, and refinement. It also highlights the importance of aligning assessment with accreditation processes and promoting equity in assessment to address success gaps among different student populations.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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