Request for Qualifications for Design-Build Teams to provide design and construction services for the Washington State University Equine Arena and Sports Medicine Facility.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Pullman
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
25,685
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
236939
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Cougars
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
6,472
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
60%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
58 / 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
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Avoid—WSU discourages this; redirect to coops.
Coops:Frequently procures through BuyBoard, Sourcewell, 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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Washington State University Contracts
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Microsoft Corporation at Washington State University
Effective: Jul 1, 2020Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This multi-faceted document details the comprehensive licensing and service agreements between Microsoft and Washington State University. Key components include a HIPAA Business Associate Agreement for handling protected health information, various Microsoft Volume Licensing Enrollment for Education Solutions outlining terms for software and services for educational users, a Microsoft Services Agreement covering general consumer online products, and a Microsoft Preview Agreement for specific Copilot AI experiences. The document also includes a Purchase Order and multiple quotes from CDW Government for various Microsoft licenses and subscriptions, spanning terms from 2020 to 2024, and covers aspects like pricing, order requirements, and contact information.
Digital Measures LLC at Washington State University
Effective: Aug 22, 2016Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract between Washington State University and Digital Measures, LLC (later Watermark Insights) is for a University Wide Activity Insight Software Agreement, commencing August 22, 2016, and concluding on August 21, 2021. The total cost for the software and an amendment to include Campus Libraries is $563,926.00. The agreement outlines the provision of an Internet-based system for collecting and reporting faculty and staff activity data, licensing terms for a specified number of users across various colleges and campus libraries, and details regarding fees, payment installments, and standard terms and conditions.
Microsoft Corporation at Washington State University
Effective: Jun 15, 2009Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document compiles various agreements and purchase orders for Washington State University involving multiple vendors, primarily Microsoft Corporation. These cover a broad range of IT-related goods and services, including software licenses, cloud services (Azure, Salesforce), hardware (Kinect, Surface pens), AI subscriptions (ChatGPT, OpenAI API), and specialized services like a security assessment and conference sponsorship. The agreements feature diverse effective dates and individual contract or purchase order amounts, with several master agreements indicating nominal amounts and actual spending occurring through associated orders. The overall duration of these engagements spans from 2009 to late 2026.
Salesforce, Inc. at Washington State University
Effective: Jan 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document includes various contractual elements between Washington State University and multiple vendors. The primary contract selected for detailed extraction is the Salesforce Order Form (Quote Number: Q-08140711) for MuleSoft - Dataloader.io Pro services. This agreement outlines the purchase of one unit of MuleSoft - Dataloader.io Pro at USD 89.10 per month, totaling USD 1,069.20 for the period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. Payment terms are Net 30, with billing annually via email.
Blackbaud at Washington State University
Effective: Mar 27, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
The document primarily details the renewal of software services for Washington State University with Blackbaud, specifically for the "Award Management Public HigherEd Connect" (an interface for nursing scholarships). The most recent renewal covers the period from March 27, 2022, to March 26, 2023, with an annual investment of $9,277.56, as documented through a contract request form, renewal invoice, and an order form. An addendum to the Blackbaud User Agreement also specifies general legal terms. The document also contains details of other, older contract renewals with Next Gen Web Solutions for 'Scholarship Manager'.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Washington State University
Washington State University Board Of Regents Committee Meeting
Date: Sep 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included an executive session regarding legal and real estate matters, the introduction of new board members, and the annual requirement for conflict of interest disclosures. The primary discussion focused on an update regarding the university system's redesign, detailing strategic pillars, the incorporation of stakeholder feedback, and the development of new operational frameworks aimed at improving system-wide integration, transparency, and institutional agility.
Washington State University Board of Regents Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 18, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board convened for an executive session regarding public employee performance. The meeting included a public comment session where the topic of fossil fuel divestment from university endowment funds was raised. Key agenda items included the formal introduction of new regents and a commemorative session honoring the outgoing board chair for her service, leadership, and contributions to fiscal management and strategic initiatives.
Board of Regents of Washington State University Minutes
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Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Washington State University.
CM
Changki MoAcademic Director; Professor, Mechanical Engineering
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HA
Holly AshkannejhadADA Coordinator; Director of WSU Compliance and Civil Rights
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The Board meeting included reports from shared governance groups, university leadership, and various board committees. Key actions involved the re-election of board officers, the modification of bylaws regarding the selection of a faculty representative, the establishment of a Bachelor of Science in Viticulture and Enology, and the establishment of a Master of Science in Kinesiology. The Board also discussed and approved the 2021-2023 biennial capital budget request and reviewed projected changes to the FY2020 athletics budget due to the COVID-19 pandemic. An executive session was held to discuss the performance of a public employee.
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