Lowell School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Lowell, Massachusetts14,273 students · lowell.k12.ma.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 216
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 39
- Contracts
- 2,223
- 981 vendors
The 30-second brief
216 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lowell School District's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Nov 4: On November 4, 2026, the committee approved several special education and out-of-district tuition actions in the Permission To Enter packet. Those items included an amended contract for Cotting School, Inc. at $54,775.50, The Guild for Human Services at $114,333.80 for a student increase from five to six, Children's Center for Communications, Inc. at $9,150.00 for feeding therapy, and Learning Center for Deaf Children, Inc. at $192,620.89 for a student increase from four to five. The packet also included a $6,267.00 Title IIIA tutoring item for Lorainne Richard.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Environmental Services.
Latest awards: Cabot, Cabot & Forbes for lowell Discusses HCID Parcel Negotiations With Developer (Nov 2026) and Draper Laboratory for council to Confirm Executive Session Votes for Draper (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lowell School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lowell School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lowell School District buys from, taken from council records. 2,223 contracts with 981 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lowell School District.
Questions about Lowell School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Lowell School District?
Lowell School District currently works with 981 vendors across contract types including OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 102 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 Lowell School District?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lowell School District include Lowell School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lowell School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lowell School District — 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 Lowell School District publish RFPs?
Lowell School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 39 solicitations from Lowell School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lowell School District?
At Lowell School District, 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 Benjamin F. Butler Middle School, Student Support Services, Lowell High School Athletic Department, Technology & Digital Learning Department, and Lowell High 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 102 decision-makers at Lowell School District.
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What does Lowell School District spend the most on?
Based on 1,614 tracked contracts, Lowell School District spends most on Capital Projects (878), Public Works (313), Environmental Services (164), Grants (150), and Recreation & Community Services (109). Contract types include OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lowell School District's current vendors?
Lowell School District currently works with vendors including CABOT, CABOT & FORBES, DRAPER LABORATORY, COMCAST, LOWELL PARKS & CONSERVATION TRUST, BOOTT HYDROPOWER LLC, LOWELL TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION, BOSTON GAS, APPLE INC, and LEARNING CENTER FOR DEAF CHILDREN INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lowell School District working on?
Based on 27 tracked meetings, Lowell School District is actively discussing: Lowell School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lowell School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lowell School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lowell Council Discusses Fossil Fuel-Free Building Program & Implications, and City Council Examines Safety, Finances, & Development in Lowell, MA. 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 Lowell School District have?
Lowell School District currently has 39 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (878), Public Works (313), and Environmental Services (164). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.