Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for University of St Thomas.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Houston
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
4,301
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
227863
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Celts
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
490.7
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
69%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Board meetings and strategic plans from University of St Thomas
The Board of Directors discussed the state of higher education and the need for the University of St. Thomas to address the needs of students and the community. The current financial model is not sustainable and needs to change. The restructuring is important to preserving the Catholic intellectual tradition. The board is looking at educating the whole person to be able to tackle the challenges in the real world and shaping future leaders of faith and character. The administration is willing to express what's going on, hear concerns, and take suggestions and inputs into consideration. The board is making hard decisions and sacrifices for the future.
The University of St. Thomas is embarking on the "Call Toward Tomorrow" initiative, a bold vision for change, reformation, and restructuring, aiming to become a preeminent institution of Catholic higher education. Key strategic pillars include fostering a strong sense of community and belonging, driving academic excellence and innovation through learner-centered programs such as the Associate of Applied Science in electronic technology, networking technology, and cybersecurity. The plan also focuses on increasing student enrollment, upgrading physical infrastructure and facilities, and enhancing the athletic program to build relationships and market the university. The initiative emphasizes continuous renewal while upholding its Catholic identity.
The Lunch and Learn session at USTMAX, led by Mr. Curtis Huff, focused on providing insights into the University of St. Thomas (UST). Key discussion points included UST's history since its establishment by the Basilian Fathers in 1947, its commitment to being a data-based organization, and its core values centered on critical thinking and legitimate communication. The session also addressed the transition in presidency in 2017 and the implementation of a five-year plan called 'call court' aimed at defining the university's vision and objectives. Furthermore, the session highlighted UST's efforts to enhance its online education infrastructure, adapt to changing student demographics, and improve retention and graduation rates through various support programs.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track University of St Thomas meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to University of St Thomas.
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