Campus Operations Software RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities
See emerging pre-RFP opportunities from public-sector buyers this week based on contract renewal timing, meetings and job changes, and paired with verified contact info.
- Deferred maintenance backlog managed in “Sightlines” from Gordian; systemwide DM backlog is about $1.102 billion (June 30, 2026).
- Facilities modernization is funded via FY 2027 RIM projects totaling about $65 million to address deferred maintenance backlog.
- Updated 6-Year CIP Plan targets data-driven decisions using space utilization and campus needs (FY 2028-2033).
Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 3
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Drew Kapp
Associate Professor and Department Chair, Social Science
This purchase order from Kankakee Community College secures various Ellucian CRM Advise products and services, including an annual renewal, from Ellucian Co LLC. The agreement covers the term from September 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, for a total amount of $64,227.00.
This document consists of an invoice and a corresponding internal payment request from Odessa College to Ellucian Company LLC for a license fee of $2,605.00. The payment is for the 'Ellucian SparkPost for CRM Recruit License Fee' covering a subscription term from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027.
- Facility Conditions Assessment evaluates all Denver Public Schools facilities and includes a digital upload for a capital plan ($2,133,502).
- Lake MS HVAC Boilers Electrical Project seeks BOE approval of a final guaranteed maximum price ($14,496,171) for building systems upgrades.
- Board approved major air conditioning, plumbing, fire alarm, and electrical upgrades at Brown and Edison under a 2024 bond project ($19,031,438).
- Site civil conditions show deteriorating pavement and drainage systems that aren’t directing water properly.
- Roof and retaining wall conditions include step cracking and reported “astronomical” insulation/repair costs.
- MSBA maintenance incentives reference Facility Dude and factual maintenance information during the eligibility period.
- Outdated HVAC controls “choose when they want to work” and need an open-ended control system costing about $700,000.
- Roof replacement is needed due to leaking issues and sections being out of a 20-year warranty.
- Elementary HVAC replacement is estimated at just under $1.6 million and bathroom/parking/ADA updates total hundreds of thousands.
This document is a Blackboard Software and Services Order Form between Anthology Inc. of NY (Blackboard) and Seminole State College of Florida. Effective August 15, 2026, it details the purchase of specific software entitlements for Period 1, totaling USD 20,405.70. The contract includes provisions for an initial term, automatic one-year renewals, and payment terms, with the agreement being assigned to Encoura LE LLC. The document serves as the entire agreement in conjunction with the referenced Blackboard Master Agreement.
How to use pre-RFP signals
1. Shape the requirement
When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.
2. Time your outreach
Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.
3. Arm your SDRs
Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.
FAQs
What is a pre-RFP signal for campus operations software?
A pre-RFP signal is a public-record indicator that a buyer is moving toward a campus operations software purchase before they've issued an RFP. Starbridge tracks six categories: meeting mentions, budget allocations, contract expirations, grant awards, leadership changes, and strategic plans.
How early does Starbridge detect campus operations software demand?
Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.
What sources does Starbridge monitor?
Contract Expiring
Pre-RFP
Detected: Sep 1
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Laura Ryan
Assistant Director of Enrollment Services
Joel Tokarczyk
Assistant Director of TRIO Upward Bound
Pre-RFP
Detected: Sep 1
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Karen Lopez Trejo
Administrative Assistant for VP of Institutional Effectiveness
Conrado Ramos
Assistant Director - Physical Plant Operations
Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Aug 27
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Amanda Mares
1st Grade ELA-E Teacher
Caitlin Osugi
9th Grade Math Teacher
Meeting Mention
Pre-RFP
Detected: Aug 26
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Heidi Mongeau
Assistant Principal
Joel McKenna
Athletic Director
Meeting Mention
Pre-RFP
Detected: Aug 25
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Sean Molloy
Assistant Superintendent
Kristina Morrison
Curriculum Director
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Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Aug 18
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Janet Franklin-Glasper
Accounts and Grants Specialist
Brian Schoby
Assistant Athletic Director
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Contract ExpiringPre-RFPDetected: Aug 15
Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge
Shahin Kanani
Academic Dean, Allied Health
Steven A. Smith
Academic Dean, Center for Business, Legal Studies & Entrepreneurship
This Order Form formalizes an agreement between Anthology Inc. (Blackboard) and Seminole State College of Florida for the provision of ANTHOLOGY REACH software and services. The contract's effective date is July 1, 2026, and the initial term concludes on June 30, 2027. The total amount for this period is USD 91,504.19. The agreement includes provisions for payment terms, renewals, and stipulates that the contract is assigned to Encoura LE LLC.
- Deferred maintenance backlog managed in “Sightlines” from Gordian; systemwide DM backlog is about $1.102 billion (June 30, 2026).
- Facilities modernization is funded via FY 2027 RIM projects totaling about $65 million to address deferred maintenance backlog.
- Updated 6-Year CIP Plan targets data-driven decisions using space utilization and campus needs (FY 2028-2033).
This purchase order from Kankakee Community College secures various Ellucian CRM Advise products and services, including an annual renewal, from Ellucian Co LLC. The agreement covers the term from September 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, for a total amount of $64,227.00.
This document consists of an invoice and a corresponding internal payment request from Odessa College to Ellucian Company LLC for a license fee of $2,605.00. The payment is for the 'Ellucian SparkPost for CRM Recruit License Fee' covering a subscription term from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027.
Public meeting minutes, board agendas, budget documents, contract expiration data, grant awards, public job postings, and leadership announcements across all 50 states.
Do I have to talk to sales to get the campus operations software report?
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What's in the free campus operations software report?
Ranked buyers with active campus operations software demand in your scope, open RFPs closing soon, expiring contracts with incumbent names, and verified buyer contacts.
How accurate are Starbridge's buyer contacts?
Validated against a 14,000-email test, Starbridge runs a 2% bounce rate. Comparable tools self-report 15 to 25%.
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