Arlington County Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Arlington, Virginia27,508 students · apsva.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 154
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 58
- Contracts
- 1,024
- 563 vendors
The 30-second brief
154 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Arlington County Public Schools's meetings, most in information technology and education & training. The latest, from Oct 26: School District Navigating Indoor Air Quality Compliance and Costs.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: RSM for audit Committee To Review RSM Risk Assessment (Jul 2026) and Microsoft Copilot (Enterprise Data Protection) for APS Staff Authorized To Use Microsoft Copilot AI (Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Arlington County Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Arlington County Public Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Arlington County Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 1,024 contracts with 563 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Arlington County Public Schools.
Questions about Arlington County Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Arlington County Public Schools?
Arlington County Public Schools currently works with 563 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 159 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 Arlington County Public Schools?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Arlington County Public Schools include Arlington County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Arlington County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Arlington County 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 Arlington County Public Schools publish RFPs?
Arlington County Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 58 solicitations from Arlington County Public Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Arlington County Public Schools?
At Arlington County 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 Mathematics, Ashlawn English Learners (EL) Team, Office of English Learners, Office of Academics — Digital Learning & Innovation, and Arlington School Board. 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 159 decision-makers at Arlington County Public Schools.
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What does Arlington County Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 5,423 tracked contracts, Arlington County Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (3,133), Grants (814), Education & Training (572), Administration & Finance (568), and Information Technology (336). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Arlington County Public Schools's current vendors?
Arlington County Public Schools currently works with vendors including RSM, MICROSOFT COPILOT (ENTERPRISE DATA PROTECTION), NOTEBOOKLM FOR EDUCATION, SCHOOLAI, ARLINGTON SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, GOOGLE GEMINI FOR EDUCATION, ARLINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD, AMAZON, ADD+VANTAGE MATH RECOVERY, and BOOKBUS. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, FACILITIES, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Arlington County Public Schools working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Arlington County Public Schools is actively discussing: Arlington County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Arlington County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Arlington County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Arlington School Board Meeting Summary: Budget, Projects, and Policy Impacts, and Addendum 5: Bid 33FY26 - Closing Date, Allowances, Submission Details. 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 Arlington County Public Schools have?
Arlington County Public Schools currently has 58 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,133), Grants (814), and Education & Training (572). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.