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Sep 17, 2026
Oct 21, 2026
Base bid includes full removal/replacement of sealants, wet sealing of all glazing, steel prep/prime/paint, replacement of expansion joints and covers, full facade cleaning, eifs cornice repairs with elastomeric coating, selective masonry repointing, and abatement of minor non-friable acm.
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Sep 18, 2026
Sep 27, 2026
Provide licensing, hosting, maintenance, updates, technical support, and continued operation of the University's existing Qualtrics Experience Management platform.
Posted
Sep 18, 2026
Sep 27, 2026
Provide software licensing, cloud subscription services, software maintenance, software development maintenance, software updates, security patches, technical support, and consulting services necessary to maintain the University's Banner enterprise resource planning environment. Services include support for Banner Student, Banner Financial Aid, Banner Self-Service applications, Degree Works, Workflow, Document Management, Operational Data Store, cloud-based services, and University-developed Banner customizations. These services ensure continued operation, support, compatibility, and maintenance of the University's enterprise Banner implementation.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Columbia
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
38,532
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
218663
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Gamecocks
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
6,696
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
79%
Procurement Hell Score
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68 / 100
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Board meetings and strategic plans from University Of South Carolina Columbia
The committee held meetings to address several policy and admissions initiatives. Key discussion topics included revisions to the behavioral and criminal infractions policy, the adoption of a test-optional admissions policy, and an analysis of the impact of college rankings. Additionally, the committee evaluated the Cambridge Exam Credit Policy and readmission policy updates. Significant actions included the endorsement of a presidential initiative to automatically admit South Carolina residents ranked in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class and the necessary revision of policies following the discontinuation of the Carolina Online program.
The Faculty Senate meeting focused on several key administrative and governance issues. Discussions included the upcoming presidential search process and the commitment to improving shared governance. The Senate addressed the "Carolina Online" initiative, passing a motion to cease advertising and enrollment for online programs until proper approval processes are established through the Senate and Curricula and Courses (C&C) committee. Additionally, the Senate approved proposals related to transfer admissions, undergraduate bulletins, and Experiential Learning Opportunity courses. Interim Provost Stephen Cutler introduced his focus on shared governance, mentorship, and tenure. Finally, the Senate reviewed a resolution regarding COVID-19 safety measures, including potential mask mandates and testing protocols should case numbers rise.
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The meeting addressed leadership transitions, including the upcoming arrival of the new University President and Provost, and reviewed institutional progress in areas such as campus normalcy, enrollment management, and academic rankings. Notable achievements in athletics and student honors were highlighted. The administration discussed commitments to equity, including a planned increase in the minimum wage. Additionally, the Faculty Senate reviewed and approved several Faculty Manual changes regarding committee sizes, workplace civility, consensual relationships, and tenure calendars, alongside a comprehensive recap of the year's shared governance accomplishments.
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