St. Francis University Football Game Contract

This contract concerns an agreement between the State University of New York (SUNY), specifically the University at Buffalo, and St. Francis University, for the provision of a football game between the two institutions. The contract was awarded on a single-source basis, meaning St. Francis University is the exclusive participant and no other vendors were solicited, an approach permitted under an exemption consistent with Chapter 862 of the Laws of 1990 and Section 144(2)(e) of the Economic Development Law. The Office of the State Comptroller approved this exemption from initial publication in the NYS Contract Reporter due to the unique requirements of scheduling such athletic events. The contract term is set for one year, with an anticipated end date of September 24, 2025, and the location for the football game will be at the University at Buffalo, Erie County, New York. The estimated contract value ranges between $50,000 and $200,000. Parties interested in further information or having questions about this sole-source procurement are directed to contact the agency’s designated buyer, Dylan Lambert, whose contact details are provided in the contract notice. This exclusive contract underscores the specialized nature of collegiate athletic scheduling, where opponents must be specifically selected and mutually agreed upon.