WCU Dining Services (Request for Proposal)
Posted
Sep 16, 2026
Nov 9, 2026
Provide dining services for university.
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Posted
Sep 16, 2026
Nov 9, 2026
Provide dining services for university.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Cullowhee
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
11,686
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
200004
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Catamounts
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
1,711.7
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
60%
Procurement Hell Score
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69 / 100
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This Order Form details an agreement between CollegeVine and Western Carolina University for 'AI Recruiter Subscription' services across two terms, starting February 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026, for a total amount of $113,333.00. The contract outlines the services provided, payment schedule, and includes comprehensive terms and conditions covering data privacy, indemnification, and specific clauses relevant to the customer as a state agency in North Carolina.
This document is an Order Form Amendment adding a 'Constituents Subscription' for an 'Agent Platform - Term 1' to an existing agreement between CollegeVine (Canopy Education, Inc.) and Western Carolina University. The added services include 'Agent - AI Recruiter (Undergraduate Students)' for 10,000 transcript processings, with a total cost of $35,250.00 for the period from January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026. The payment is a single net 30 payment of $35,250.00. The amendment specifies that the original Order's terms remain unchanged, and this amendment's terms take precedence in case of conflict.
This document is an Addendum that modifies an existing Agreement between Western Carolina University (Institution) and a Provider. It establishes various legal and operational terms, focusing heavily on data handling, security, and privacy. Key provisions include governmental immunity, North Carolina law governance, nullification of arbitration clauses, intellectual property guidelines, indemnification, and conditions regarding fund availability and payment acceleration. The addendum details the Provider's responsibilities as a PII processor, covering data hosting, access, security protocols (including breach notification), disaster recovery, and compliance with data privacy regulations like FERPA and HIPAA. The contract is subject to a cancellation clause after an initial 90-day period.
This document represents the Tenth Amendment to the License Agreement between Western Carolina University and Anthology Inc. of NY, effective June 1, 2022. The amendment renews and extends the 'Engage with Modules' and 'Engage - Event Check-In App' programs. It outlines annual fees from 2022 to 2026, totaling a contract price of $214,777, and includes product specifications and billing information.
This Order Form details a four-year 'Catalog Cloud Subscription' agreement between Instructure and Western Carolina University, facilitated by Internet2. The service runs from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2026, with an annual cost of USD 12,000.00, totaling USD 48,000.00. Billing is annual upfront with Net 30 payment terms.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Western Carolina University
The board meeting agenda includes various committee sessions such as Academic and Student Affairs, Advancement and Athletics, and a joint meeting of the Finance, Administration, Audit, and Governance and Trusteeship committees. The program also features a campus tour, a state of the university address, and a breakfast program highlighting innovative research. The formal session covers reports from the Chancellor, the Board of Governors, committee reports, and information reports from student, faculty, and staff leadership.
The committee agenda includes discussions on an Intercollegiate Athletics Survey Report, an update on Catamount Athletics, and a WCU Foundation Strategic Planning update. Informational items consist of campaign and annual giving reports alongside a calendar of events. The closed session portion focuses on actions regarding philanthropic namings for both athletic and academic facilities.
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The board meeting included a swearing-in ceremony for a new student board member and a review of ethics standards. The Academic Affairs and Personnel Committee reported on changes to the tenure track appointment process, updates on campus-wide safety training, and the status of the state health plan. The Administration, Governance and Trusteeship Committee discussed student government initiatives and legislative updates impacting the university budget. The Finance and Audit Committee authorized participation in the Interlocal Purchasing System to secure cost savings on technology equipment, reviewed recent financial audits, and provided updates on the university's financial situation. Faculty, alumni, and staff representatives presented reports on the past academic year, including budget challenges, searches for new leadership, and future institutional planning. The session concluded with tributes to outgoing board members and the Chancellor, who also provided an update on enrollment and retention efforts.
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