Edadvance bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Jun 4, 2026
- 5 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 4
- Bids and RFPs
- 19
- Contracts
- 26
- 23 vendors
The 30-second brief
4 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Edadvance's meetings, most in information technology and grants. The latest, from Jun 4: Agency's Email Migration Creates Security & IAM Needs.
Education & Training leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Grants.
Latest awards: CES for edAdvance Approves WorkspaceCT Sale and CES Donation Deal ($125,000 share of $250,000 donation, Feb 2026) and ECS for edAdvance Awaits Updated EV Charger Contract From ECS (Jan 2026).
4 pre-RFPs tracked at Edadvance. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Edadvance's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Edadvance has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Edadvance buys from, taken from council records. 26 contracts with 23 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Edadvance.
Questions about Edadvance
How do I become an approved vendor for Edadvance?
Edadvance currently works with 23 vendors across contract types including OTHER, FACILITIES, Grant, Software, and Lobbying. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 43 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 Edadvance?
Small purchases under CT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Edadvance include EdAdvance Board of Directors Meeting: FY 2025-2026 Planning, EdAdvance Board Meeting Summary: Financial Adjustments, Healthy Food Certification, and FY 2025-2026 Planning, and EdAdvance Board Meeting Highlights: Easement Approval and Budget Strategies, 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 Edadvance publish RFPs?
Edadvance publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from Edadvance. The most active RFP sectors are Education & Training, Capital Projects, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Edadvance?
At Edadvance, 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 Center for Program Research & Evaluation, School Climate & Mental Health Services, Special Education, Student Services, and Head Start - Torrington. 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 43 decision-makers at Edadvance.
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What does Edadvance spend the most on?
Based on 234 tracked contracts, Edadvance spends most on Education & Training (72), Capital Projects (59), Grants (50), Information Technology (27), and Administration & Finance (26). Contract types include OTHER, FACILITIES, Grant, Software, and Lobbying. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Edadvance's current vendors?
Edadvance currently works with vendors including CES, ECS, NATIONAL PAL, MUNIS, SULLIVAN & LESHANE, BIG GREEN PIZZA TRUCKS, RESC ALLIANCE, SOUTHERN CT STATE UNIVERSITY OFFICE OF WORKFORCE & LIFELONG LEARNING, and CIGNA. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, FACILITIES, Grant, Software, and Lobbying. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Edadvance working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, Edadvance is actively discussing: EdAdvance Board of Directors Meeting: FY 2025-2026 Planning, EdAdvance Board Meeting Summary: Financial Adjustments, Healthy Food Certification, and FY 2025-2026 Planning, EdAdvance Board Meeting Highlights: Easement Approval and Budget Strategies, EdAdvance Board Meeting Rescheduled: Impact and Future Plans, and EdAdvance Board Meeting: Budget, Special Education, and Operational Initiatives. 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 Edadvance have?
Edadvance currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Education & Training (72), Capital Projects (59), and Grants (50). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CT's state portal, and other sources.