Highland Local Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Marengo, Ohio1,718 students · highland.k12.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 9, 2026
- 49 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 17
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 867
- 383 vendors
The 30-second brief
17 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Highland Local Schools's meetings, most in information technology and education & training. The latest, from Sep 9: At its September 9, 2026 meeting, the board approved a supplemental contract for Jordan Kennedy-McPherson as HS Website, listed at 5 years. The item is a decided assignment rather than a new procurement, but it confirms ongoing website support ownership inside the district. That matters for anyone tracking district web management, content support, or adjacent digital services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Connection Education Services Inc for leap Program Agreement Recommended with Connection Education (Sep 2026) and Medina County Sheriff's Office for SRO Agreement Recommended for Medina County Sheriff’s Office (Sep 2026).
17 pre-RFPs tracked at Highland Local Schools. See all 17, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Highland Local Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Highland Local Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Highland Local Schools buys from, taken from council records. 867 contracts with 383 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Highland Local Schools.
Questions about Highland Local Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Highland Local Schools?
Highland Local Schools currently works with 383 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, STAFFING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 38 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 Highland Local Schools?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Highland Local Schools include Highland Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Highland Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Highland Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Highland Local Schools publish RFPs?
Highland Local Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Highland Local Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Highland Local Schools?
At Highland Local Schools, 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 Elementary School. 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 38 decision-makers at Highland Local Schools.
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What does Highland Local Schools spend the most on?
Based on 310 tracked contracts, Highland Local Schools spends most on Capital Projects (116), Education & Training (67), Recreation & Community Services (49), Transportation (47), and Professional Services (31). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, STAFFING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Highland Local Schools's current vendors?
Highland Local Schools currently works with vendors including CONNECTION EDUCATION SERVICES INC, MEDINA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, ELGIN LOCAL SCHOOLS, MID OHIO ESC, SPECIALIZED EDUCATION OF OHIO INC, OHIO SCHOOLS COUNCIL, TSA CONSULTING GROUP, FIRST FINANCIAL BANK, and CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, TRANSPORTATION, STAFFING, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Highland Local Schools working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, Highland Local Schools is actively discussing: Highland Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Highland Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Highland Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Highland BOE Meeting: Bus Purchase Approved, Funding Uncertainty Noted, and Highland Board of Education Meeting Summary: Key Decisions & Opportunities. 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 Highland Local Schools have?
Highland Local Schools currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (116), Education & Training (67), and Recreation & Community Services (49). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.