Carolus Online Academy bids, RFPs and contracts
Columbia, South Carolina1,786 students · coa.k12.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 23 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 26
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 38
- 25 vendors
- Students
- 1,786
The 30-second brief
26 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Carolus Online Academy's meetings, most in education & training and information technology. The latest, from Oct 15: The board listed a vote on a letter of intent for an alternative education campus, due 11/1/2026. The agenda does not name a vendor or award, so this is still an open planning and site-selection signal. A seller would want to understand the campus scope, site constraints, and what services will be needed after the letter of intent is signed.
Education & Training leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: THRIVELY for thrively SEL Platform Continues at COA (Sep 2026) and Institute for Habits of Mind for habits of Mind Partnership Continues at COA (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Carolus Online Academy's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Carolus Online Academy buys from, taken from council records. 38 contracts with 25 vendors.
Questions about Carolus Online Academy
How do I become an approved vendor for Carolus Online Academy?
Carolus Online Academy currently works with 25 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Carolus Online Academy?
Small purchases under SC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Education & Training (31), Information Technology (13), and Administration & Finance (3), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Carolus Online Academy publish RFPs?
Carolus Online Academy publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SC's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Carolus Online Academy?
At Carolus Online Academy, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Carolus Online Academy spend the most on?
Based on 51 tracked contracts, Carolus Online Academy spends most on Education & Training (31), Information Technology (13), Administration & Finance (3), Capital Projects (2), and Equipment (2). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Carolus Online Academy's current vendors?
Carolus Online Academy currently works with vendors including THRIVELY, INSTITUTE FOR HABITS OF MIND, K12, K12 CUSTOMER SUPPORT, STRIDE CAREER PREP, POWERSCHOOL, TESTING NIRVANA, STRIDE TUTORING, UNBOUNDED, and FOCUS STRIDE. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, CONSULTING, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.