Sole Source:If the solution is truly unique/proprietary and essential, pursue sole source with a formal justification and SCBO notice.
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Winthrop University Contracts
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Instructura, Inc. at Winthrop University
Effective: Sep 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Services Order Form details Winthrop University's purchase of a 'Canvas Credentials Subscription' from INSTRUCTURE for Year 1, with a service period from 2024-09-01 to 2025-08-31, at a total cost of USD 3,382.50. The agreement includes provisions for auto-renewal of recurring items for subsequent 12-month terms with a 10% annual price increase. It incorporates external Master Terms and Conditions and data processing policies.
Ellucian Company L.P. at Winthrop University
Effective: Jul 13, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a justification for Winthrop University to procure Ellucian / Banner Maintenance and Support as a sole source procurement from Ellucian Company LP. The justification references historical agreements from 1991 and 2007 for the Banner ERP system, emphasizing compatibility as the primary reason. The intent to sole source was advertised on 07/13/2023 with no responses, for an estimated amount of $1,239,682.25, covering a period until 07/13/2028.
Ellucian Company LLC at Winthrop University
Effective: Aug 15, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order (P2600304) from Winthrop University to Ellucian Company LLC for a 12-month subscription to the 'Services Flex Plus Package'. The PO is dated July 23, 2025, with an effective service start date of August 15, 2025, and a total cost of $11,660.00.
Modern Campus at Winthrop University
Effective: May 4, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order (P2401371) from Winthrop University to Modern Campus, dated May 4, 2024. It procures CMS (Content Management System) with unlimited users and associated support services for a total cost of $28,758.76. The terms are Net 30 days.
Modern Campus at Winthrop University
Effective: May 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (P2301081) from Winthrop University to Modern Campus procures CMS services (formerly OmniUpdate S.S.) for the period of May 1, 2023, to April 30, 2024, at a total cost of $26,474.48, including South Carolina Tax.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Winthrop University
Winthrop University Strategic Plan 2025
Date: Dec 6, 2016Type: Strategic Plan
The Winthrop Plan is a campus-wide strategic initiative designed to guide Winthrop University's direction until 2025. It aims to leverage past successes, focusing on key areas such as increasing enrollment and student retention, improving overall student success, enhancing diversity, and boosting fundraising efforts. The plan also seeks to develop programs that will serve as national models, ultimately adapting to change and strengthening the university's reputation.
Winthrop University State of the University 2025
Date: Oct 29, 2019Type: Strategic Plan
This 'State of the University 2019' address from Winthrop University reviews progress and outlines future directions, primarily guided by 'the Winthrop Plan' with a 2025 target. The institution highlights achievements in student success, including improved national rankings, record graduation rates, and increased applications, alongside enhanced diversity metrics. Key strategic pillars include fostering inclusive access for students, promoting innovation through new academic programs and external grants, supporting faculty and staff through diversity initiatives and addressing compensation, and enhancing the campus experience with facility upgrades and online program expansion. The university also emphasizes its strong financial stability and growing community engagement.
Key Contacts
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Craig GeroAssistant Director for Transfer Enrollment
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LeAnn LowreyAssistant Director, International Center; International Student Advisor; DSO/ARO
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Winthrop University State of the University Address
Date: Nov 18, 2020Type: Strategic Plan
This State of the University Address for 2020 reviews the university's accomplishments and outlines future strategic directions. Key initiatives include a comprehensive review and update of the existing Winthrop Plan, the development of a dynamic 3-5 year financial model, and the creation of an academic master plan to evaluate and enhance programs by Fall 2021. Additionally, it addresses the launch of a campus-wide master planning initiative for facilities to adapt over the next 5-10 years, a sustainable campus beautification initiative, and groundwork for a future comprehensive fundraising campaign. The plan aims to ensure financial stability, program vitality, and continued institutional excellence.
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