Procurement of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program services, including advisory, architecture, engineering, compliance, and operational planning services.
Sole Source:Only if truly proprietary; complete UA’s Sole Source Request with supporting letter and submit for Procurement review.
Coops:UA frequently procures through OMNIA Partners and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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University Of Arkansas has limited history of high-value sole source approvals—use only as a last resort. For unavoidable, proprietary needs: work with the sponsoring department to complete the Sole Source Request Form; provide a signed letter on company letterhead verifying the product/service is proprietary; submit to the Business Services Procurement office for review. Expect a lengthy and uncertain approval process. When possible, redirect to a cooperative contract instead.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative pathways by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
Coordinate with UA Procurement to confirm the specific contract is accessible and approved for use by the Arkansas Office of State Procurement (OSP), then frame the buy as a pre-competed transaction. Recommended pathways:
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Board meetings and strategic plans from University Of Arkansas
University of Arkansas Strategies for Improvement/Maintenance
Date: Jan 13, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This document outlines a process for departments and programs to develop strategies for improvement and maintenance based on campus program review findings. It requires a departmental response and strategy, including a 12-month action plan and a two-to-five-year plan, along with identified responsible individuals. The process involves consultation with deans, the director of curriculum review and program assessment, and the provost, culminating in official sign-offs and submission to the Arkansas Division of Higher Education.
University Of Arkansas Town Hall
Date: Mar 17, 2023Type: Meeting mention
The town hall focused on the University’s 150 Forward strategic planning initiative, specifically highlighting the goal of becoming an employer of choice. Key discussion topics included efforts to enhance competitive salaries, improve work-life balance, and foster an environment where employees feel valued. The meeting also addressed the implementation of a new employee value proposition, the launch of a classification and compensation study, and the permanent adoption of flexible and remote work options for eligible positions.
Human Resources Virtual Q&A Session
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The virtual Q&A session addressed several key topics for employees, including an upcoming shift from monthly to semi-monthly payroll frequency. Panelists discussed health plan options, specifically the differences between classic, premier, and health savings plans in terms of deductibles, premiums, and network coverage. Information was provided regarding 401k contribution processes, staff development opportunities, and the process for requesting remote work, including specialized procedures for arrangements based on disabilities. Additionally, the session touched upon the upcoming performance review cycle, noting it is a rolling launch for classified and non-classified staff.
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