Lakewood Local Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Hebron, Ohio1,661 students · lakewoodlocal.k12.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 33
- 4 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2
- Next due Dec 23
- Contracts
- 4,054
- 1,708 vendors
The 30-second brief
33 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lakewood Local Schools's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 26: The board scheduled a resolution to confirm premium contribution changes for administrators, supervisory personnel, classified exempt employees, and certificated exempt employees. The resolution says the insurance committee reviewed open-market alternatives and settled on keeping current coverage with a 20% cost increase. The handbook is scheduled to be updated for July 1, 2027, which gives a clear follow-on window for benefits administration work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Professional Services.
2 open RFPs, the next due Dec 23. Latest awards: Aetna Insurance Company for dental Insurance Renewal Presented to Lakewood School Board (Monthly premiums: Single $40.40; Family $177.48, Oct 2026) and New Beginnings Behavior Academy ($9,250/month, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lakewood Local Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lakewood Local Schools is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lakewood Local Schools buys from, taken from council records. 4,054 contracts with 1,708 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lakewood Local Schools.
Questions about Lakewood Local Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Lakewood Local Schools?
Lakewood Local Schools currently works with 1,708 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 27 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 Lakewood Local Schools?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lakewood Local Schools include Lakewood Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lakewood Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lakewood Board of Education Meeting: Finance, Healthcare Partnerships, 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 Lakewood Local Schools publish RFPs?
Lakewood Local Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Lakewood Local Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lakewood Local Schools?
At Lakewood 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 Information Technology, Jackson Intermediate, and Student 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 27 decision-makers at Lakewood Local Schools.
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What does Lakewood Local Schools spend the most on?
Based on 1,459 tracked contracts, Lakewood Local Schools spends most on Capital Projects (769), Grants (208), Professional Services (181), Recreation & Community Services (171), and Administration & Finance (130). Contract types include INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lakewood Local Schools's current vendors?
Lakewood Local Schools currently works with vendors including AETNA INSURANCE COMPANY, NEW BEGINNINGS BEHAVIOR ACADEMY, MPW, BIKE BUCKEYE LAKE INC, and MILESTONE BENEFITS AGENCY INC. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lakewood Local Schools working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, Lakewood Local Schools is actively discussing: Lakewood Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lakewood Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lakewood Board of Education Meeting: Finance, Healthcare Partnerships, Lakewood BOE Meeting: Agreements with Ace Taxi & Gordon Food Service Approved, and Lakewood BOE Meeting: Agreements, Finance Report, and Policy Discussions. 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 Lakewood Local Schools have?
Lakewood Local Schools currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (769), Grants (208), and Professional Services (181). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.