The University of Colorado is soliciting proposals for print services for Coloradan, its alumni magazine. Coloradan is published by the CU Boulder Alumni Association and appears in print three times annually. The accessible solicitation listing does not expose the detailed production scope or primary solicitation file.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Denver
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
128300
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
612.7
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
74 / 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:Only if a defensible uniqueness case exists and a sponsor is ready to file an SSJ; otherwise expect delays.
Coops:Frequently procures through TIPS, OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, Texas DIR, BuyBoard, CMAS, SLP, and NASPO; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Used and preferred. PSC guidance allows purchasing from co-ops without further competition and can waive two-quote/SSPR when the co-op is referenced on the quote.
Practical tips:Anchor pricing to ≤$150k when possible for departmental discretion; for larger deals, co-ops still avoid a full RFP.
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University of Colorado System Office Contracts
Track vendor wins and renewal opportunities
CDW Government LLC at University of Colorado System Office
Effective: Jan 26, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract outlines a three-year agreement for Microsoft Volume Licensing, specifically for Office 365 GCC High G5 licenses and Azure prepayment, between The Regents of the University of Colorado (Boulder campus) and CDW Government, LLC, acting as a reseller for Microsoft. The purpose is to establish a secure cloud platform for university researchers requiring CMMC and NIST 800-171 compliance. The total value for the three-year term is $134,388.00, covering an initial purchase of 50 licenses. The agreement became effective on January 26, 2021.
Microsoft Corporation at University of Colorado System Office
Effective: Oct 1, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document constitutes a series of amendments and an Enrollment for Education Solutions between Microsoft and the University of Colorado system, facilitated by reseller CDW Logistics. It details a five-year agreement (October 2021 - September 2026) for various Microsoft products, primarily M365 A5 licenses, across multiple University of Colorado campuses (Colorado Springs, Boulder, Denver, Information System, LASP). The agreement includes ramped discounts over the five-year term and specific financial breakdowns per campus per year, culminating in a 5-year total for each campus. Key provisions include terms extensions, product licensing options, pricing structures, and compliance with HIPAA and Colorado state laws.
Microsoft Corporation at University of Colorado System Office
Effective: Jul 20, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document primarily concerns a Microsoft Enterprise Services Work Order for Unified Enterprise Support provided to the University of Colorado System, covering a three-year period from July 20, 2022, to July 19, 2025. The total fees for this multi-year contract, excluding taxes, are $612,546.00. The document also includes amendments detailing additional fees for true-ups and add-on services, as well as separate, older contracts for Microsoft Premier Support services and a master services agreement providing general terms and conditions.
Microsoft Corporation at University of Colorado System Office
Effective: Nov 1, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a 3-year Microsoft Volume Licensing agreement between Microsoft Corporation and The Regents of the University of Colorado for Power Automate monthly subscriptions. The agreement, effective 11/01/2021, has a total deal value of 607.50 USD, payable annually. Key details include a detailed price sheet (Quote Number 1098026.003), contact information, and terms and conditions.
Microsoft Corporation at University of Colorado System Office
Effective: Dec 15, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a 3-year Microsoft Volume Licensing agreement between Microsoft Corporation and The Regents of the University of Colorado. It includes a Program Signature Form and a Customer Price Sheet (Quote Number 1106756.003) detailing the terms, annual payment schedule, and a total Customer Earned Price of 482.16 USD for the entire 3-year term. The agreement covers various online services with specified monthly unit prices and includes general product notes and terms and conditions.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from University of Colorado System Office
University of Colorado Strategic Plan 2029
Date: Jul 20, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This document provides an update to the University of Colorado Strategic Plan 2.0, outlining a shift from traditional fixed-term plans to an agile framework. It is structured around a 12-year foundational timeline, 3-year strategic cycles, and annual reviews to ensure continuous refreshment and adaptability. The plan focuses on key priority areas: Education and Student Success, Healthcare and Clinical Excellence, Research, Creativity, and Innovation, Workplace of Choice, and Stewardship, Efficiency, and Resilience, with specific metrics and goals established through Fiscal Year 2028-29.
Board Of Regents Board Meeting
Date: Nov 1, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The document presents a financial overview of the Unrestricted Net Position for the fiscal year 2021-22, detailing fund balance policies and the implementation of the Administrative Policy Statement. It provides specific breakdowns of fund balances and planning highlights for the CU Boulder, CU Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus, Colorado Springs, and System Administration units. Key discussion areas include strategic initiatives, capital obligations, deferred maintenance, research and faculty start-up funding, and the Emergency Tuition Stabilization Plan.
Board Of Regents Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to University of Colorado System Office.
The Board of Regents meeting reviewed enrollment updates and preliminary estimates for the Fall 2022 semester across the university system. Key discussion topics included enrollment changes compared to previous census data and the June budget, specifically focusing on undergraduate and graduate student demographics at CU Boulder, UCCS, CU Denver, and CU Anschutz. The presentations highlighted budget impacts resulting from enrollment variances and strategies for balancing campus budgets across various schools and departments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track University of Colorado System Office meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.