Waltham School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Waltham, Massachusetts5,709 students · walthampublicschools.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 192
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,135
- 1,326 vendors
The 30-second brief
192 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Waltham School District's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Nov 4: High School Schedule Redesign for CTE and Inclusive Pathways.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Watertown Savings Bank for bank Donation Supports WHS Girls Soccer Team ($1,500, Nov 2026) and OPENSCIED for openSciEd Materials In Use Across Waltham Schools (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Waltham School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Waltham School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Waltham School District buys from, taken from council records. 3,135 contracts with 1,326 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Waltham School District.
Questions about Waltham School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Waltham School District?
Waltham School District currently works with 1,326 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 134 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 Waltham School District?
Small purchases under MA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Waltham School District include Waltham School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Waltham School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Waltham School Committee Meeting: Contracts, Staffing, and Future Planning, 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 Waltham School District publish RFPs?
Waltham School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Waltham School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Waltham School District?
At Waltham 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 Waltham High School Administration — Class of 2029, Attendance, McDevitt Middle School, SPED, and Family and Community Engagement. 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 134 decision-makers at Waltham School District.
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What does Waltham School District spend the most on?
Based on 3,239 tracked contracts, Waltham School District spends most on Capital Projects (1,582), Education & Training (871), Grants (319), Administration & Finance (282), and Information Technology (185). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Waltham School District's current vendors?
Waltham School District currently works with vendors including WATERTOWN SAVINGS BANK, OPENSCIED, MAZZA, CHAD, LILYPAD, CUMMINGS PROPERTIES, PROJECT LEAD THE WAY (PLTW), DELACH, MARIANNE, and SMMA. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Waltham School District working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Waltham School District is actively discussing: Waltham School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Waltham School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Waltham School Committee Meeting: Contracts, Staffing, and Future Planning, MA Graduation Council Interim Report: Analysis & Business Implications, and Waltham School Committee Meeting: Personnel Actions and Salary Adjustments. 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 Waltham School District have?
Waltham School District currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,582), Education & Training (871), and Grants (319). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MA's state portal, and other sources.