Alexandria City Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Alexandria, Virginia16,406 students · acps.k12.va.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- Yesterday
- Pre-RFPs
- 220
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 1+
- Next due Nov 23
- Contracts
- 790
- 488 vendors
The 30-second brief
220 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Alexandria City Public Schools's meetings, most in education & training and grants. The latest, from Oct 26: Public School District Managing Robust Dual-Enrollment and AP Pathways.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Administration & Finance.
1+ open RFP, the next due Nov 23. Latest awards: LISA for plaque Materials Sent to Hall of Fame Maker Lisa (Sep 2026) and Herff Jones for committee Discusses Herff Jones Jewelry Purchase (Approximately $300 per ring; approximately $265 per charm; $250 mold; $1,128 to create the mold; $15 per charm and $10 per lapel pin if we order 100 of them, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Alexandria City Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Alexandria City Public Schools is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Alexandria City Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 790 contracts with 488 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Alexandria City Public Schools.
Questions about Alexandria City Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Alexandria City Public Schools?
Alexandria City Public Schools currently works with 488 vendors across contract types including SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 192 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 Alexandria City Public Schools?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Alexandria City Public Schools include Alexandria City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Alexandria City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Alexandria City Public 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 Alexandria City Public Schools publish RFPs?
Alexandria City Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 83 solicitations from Alexandria City Public Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Alexandria City Public Schools?
At Alexandria City Public 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 Office of Community Partnerships and Engagement, Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS), Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities — Recreation Services, and Department of Student Services & Equity. 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 192 decision-makers at Alexandria City Public Schools.
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What does Alexandria City Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 4,969 tracked contracts, Alexandria City Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (1,997), Education & Training (1,403), Administration & Finance (610), Grants (502), and Information Technology (457). Contract types include SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Alexandria City Public Schools's current vendors?
Alexandria City Public Schools currently works with vendors including LISA, HERFF JONES, COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS (POLK), CATAPULT/READING SERVICES THROUGH COMPANY, VDOE, ALEXANDRIA POLICE DEPARTMENT, COMMUNITY IN SCHOOLS, ST. RITA, and TWELVE PRACTICES LLC - LEADERSHIP. These vendors span contract types like SUPPLIES, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Alexandria City Public Schools working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, Alexandria City Public Schools is actively discussing: Alexandria City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Alexandria City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Alexandria City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Alexandria School Board Meeting: Contracts, CIP Budget, Policy Revisions, and ACPS School Board Reviews FY 2027-2036 CIP Budget Additions & Deletions. 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 Alexandria City Public Schools have?
Alexandria City Public Schools currently has 83 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,997), Education & Training (1,403), and Administration & Finance (610). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.