Durham Unified bids, RFPs and contracts
Durham, California996 students · durhamunified.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 17 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 50
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 264
- 152 vendors
The 30-second brief
50 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Durham Unified's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 21: The consent agenda included approval of an agreement for Special Services for Classrooms and Custodian Services between Butte County Office of Education (BCOE) and DUSD. The item shows the district continuing to buy outsourced classroom and custodial support. Because the vendor side is another public agency, the main value is understanding the service scope and any follow-on renewals or coordination needs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Keller Rohrback LLP (Contingency fee of 20% of recovery up to $10 million; tiered percentages of 18%, 13%, and 10% for recovery amounts above $10 million, plus an additional 2% if the lawsuit proceeds to trial. No attorneys’ fees are owed if no recovery is made. Attorneys advance costs, reimbursable from recovery., Oct 2026) and BCOE for district Considers BCOE Teacher Induction Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Durham Unified's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Durham Unified has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Durham Unified buys from, taken from council records. 264 contracts with 152 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Durham Unified.
Questions about Durham Unified
How do I become an approved vendor for Durham Unified?
Durham Unified currently works with 152 vendors across contract types including LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 106 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Durham Unified?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Durham Unified include DUSD 2025-2026 Calendar: Impacts on Local Businesses and Operations, suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Durham Unified publish RFPs?
Durham Unified publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Durham Unified. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Durham Unified?
At Durham Unified, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Maintenance, Operations and Transportation, Student Services, Food Service, and Transportation Services. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 106 decision-makers at Durham Unified.
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What does Durham Unified spend the most on?
Based on 751 tracked contracts, Durham Unified spends most on Capital Projects (481), Grants (90), Education & Training (87), Information Technology (49), and Recreation & Community Services (44). Contract types include LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Durham Unified's current vendors?
Durham Unified currently works with vendors including KELLER ROHRBACK LLP, BCOE, VERKADA, RISING STAR SPED ACADEMY, BUTTE-GLENN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, D&D LEARNING SPACES, LIFETOUCH, PTS, and DUTCH BROS. These vendors span contract types like LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Durham Unified working on?
Based on 1 tracked meeting, Durham Unified is actively discussing: DUSD 2025-2026 Calendar: Impacts on Local Businesses and Operations. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Durham Unified have?
Durham Unified currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (481), Grants (90), and Education & Training (87). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.