Charles County Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
La Plata, Maryland27,765 students · ccboe.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 8 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 167
- 12 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 59
- Contracts
- 1,091
- 552 vendors
The 30-second brief
167 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Charles County Public Schools's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 27: School District Evaluating Software for Time to Care Act Compliance.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Viva Pool S for FY2027 Pool Services Purchase Orders Retained ($13,485, Oct 2026) and EDMENTUM for edmentum License Cited in Budget Transfer ($372,000, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Charles County Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Charles County Public Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Charles County Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 1,091 contracts with 552 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Charles County Public Schools.
Questions about Charles County Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Charles County Public Schools?
Charles County Public Schools currently works with 552 vendors across contract types including MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 88 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 Charles County Public Schools?
Small purchases under MD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Charles County Public Schools include Charles County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), CCPS Board Meeting: Approves Construction, Academic Achievements, ELD Update, and Charles County Board of Education Meeting: La Plata HS Contract & Updates, 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 Charles County Public Schools publish RFPs?
Charles County Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 59 solicitations from Charles County Public Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Charles County Public Schools?
At Charles 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 La Plata High School, Board of Education, Curriculum, Instruction, Professional Learning, and Federal Programs, Office of Title I, and College and Career Readiness. 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 88 decision-makers at Charles County Public Schools.
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What does Charles County Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 2,535 tracked contracts, Charles County Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (1,310), Education & Training (568), Information Technology (300), Administration & Finance (181), and Grants (176). Contract types include MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Charles County Public Schools's current vendors?
Charles County Public Schools currently works with vendors including VIVA POOL S, EDMENTUM, LA PLATA HIGH, I.P. RYON ELEMENTARY, STETHEM EDUCATIONAL CENTER, PICCOWAXEN MIDDLE, C. PAUL BARNHART ELEMENTARY, DR. THOMAS L. HIGDON ELEMENTARY, WESTLAKE HIGH, and J.C. PARKS ELEMENTARY. These vendors span contract types like MAINTENANCE, LICENSE, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Charles County Public Schools working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, Charles County Public Schools is actively discussing: Charles County Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), CCPS Board Meeting: Approves Construction, Academic Achievements, ELD Update, Charles County Board of Education Meeting: La Plata HS Contract & Updates, Charles County BOE Meeting: Transportation, School Climate, Health Center, and Charles County Board of Education Meeting: Budget, HR, Dual Language. 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 Charles County Public Schools have?
Charles County Public Schools currently has 59 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,310), Education & Training (568), and Information Technology (300). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MD's state portal, and other sources.