Work includes design-build contractor to provide professional design, engineering, permitting, construction, commissioning and closeout services for the forge - ag-tech, bio-tech, and engineering innovation center. Project consists of the adaptive reuse and renovation of the existing forestry building.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Fresno
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
24,427
IPEDS ID
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System identifier.
110556
Mascot
University or college mascot.
Bulldogs
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
2,053
Grad Rate
Graduation rate percentage.
57%
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
61 / 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
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Only if truly proprietary—complete the Sole Brand/Sole Source Justification with strong evidence and prepare for multi-level approvals.
Coops:Frequently procures through CSUBUY, CSU systemwide agreements, and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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CSU Fresno actively uses cooperative purchasing, with strong reliance on the CSUBUY Marketplace. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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California State University Fresno Contracts
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Element451, Inc. at California State University Fresno
Effective: May 14, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract outlines a Master Agreement for Services between California State University, Fresno, and Element451, Inc., for the provision of Element451's AI-native customer relationship management (CRM) and digital workforce platform. The agreement, effective May 14, 2024, establishes an initial 36-month term with escalating annual fees for the Element Engage platform and includes an implementation fee. It details service level commitments, data privacy, security, intellectual property, and a 'piggyback clause' allowing other educational institutions to leverage the terms. A related Purchase Order dated July 27, 2026, for $145,750.00, likely covers the third year's annual fee.
ACCORDIA LIFE \& ANNUITY COMPANY at California State University Fresno
Effective: Aug 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a subscription service agreement between California State University - Fresno (buyer) and Time2Track c/o Liaison (seller) for 31 Platinum Trainee Subscriptions for School Psychology cohorts. The service is valid from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027, with a total cost of $3,069.00, as detailed in both a Purchase Order and a corresponding Sales Order.
ACCORDIA LIFE \& ANNUITY COMPANY at California State University Fresno
Effective: Aug 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a purchase by California State University - Fresno from Time2Track c/o Liaison for a Time2Track Platinum Trainee Subscription service. The service, starting August 1, 2025, and ending July 31, 2026, costs a total of $2,376.00. The agreement includes 24 trainee subscriptions for the Ed.S. graduate program in the Psychology department, with features like activity tracking, progress reports, and program analytics. The agreement is documented via both a Purchase Order and a corresponding Sales Order.
Element451, Inc. at California State University Fresno
Effective: May 14, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document comprises a Purchase Order (PO No. 2400046423) and an Element451® Master Agreement Contract for Services between California State University, Fresno (Client) and Element451®, Inc. (Company). The Master Agreement, effective May 14, 2024, outlines the provision of an AI Student Engagement + CRM Platform over an initial 36-month term, commencing from the Service Activation Date. It details annual subscription fees (Year 1: $132,200, Year 2: $138,810, Year 3: $145,750), implementation services, service levels, intellectual property, data privacy, security, and other standard contractual terms. The PO covers an annual software subscription from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, totaling $138,810, which aligns with the Year 2 annual fee of the Master Agreement.
Anthology Inc. of Missouri at California State University Fresno
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a Purchase Order from California State University, Fresno to Anthology Inc. for IT Software (Anthology/iModules) services. The contract spans three fiscal years, from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026, with a total value of $163,423.04. The services include email marketing, forms, and a giving site. The purchase order is supported by an Agreement Renewal Confirmation Notice that details the annual costs for the same periods, noting a waived service component in the final year of the purchase order.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from California State University Fresno
Board Of Governors Of The California State University, Fresno Foundation Meeting
Date: Dec 12, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included a formal resolution of appreciation for the departing Vice President of Administration/CFO and Foundation Executive Director, including the renaming of the boardroom in her honor. The President provided a comprehensive update on university research growth, national rankings, enrollment statistics, and the institution's economic impact on the region. Committee reports were presented covering the President's Circle growth, the endowment portfolio performance as of September, and a strategic review of university fundraising goals and branding initiatives. The board approved the appointment of a new member to the Governance Committee and authorized a $6 million one-time allocation to the university to address anticipated budget reductions in the coming fiscal year.
Fresno State Foundation Board of Governors Agenda
Date: Mar 27, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The agenda covers key items including the ratification of the endowment payout, approval of equipment donations, and the selection of an external CPA firm. Committee reports include a review of the financial statement, an update on the President's Circle and school tours, and the approval of asset class targets for the endowed portfolio. Additional items include the President's report and an update from the Vice President for University Advancement.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to California State University Fresno.
The board meeting agenda includes the President's report, updates on Goldman Sachs resolutions, and various committee reports. Key discussion topics include the review of the 2023 Federal Tax Form 990, the 2024-25 audit committee checklist, and the 2025-26 management services agreement and proposed budget. The agenda also covers a development committee update regarding the President's Circle and the current campaign, as well as an informational review of the Goldman Sachs investment report.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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