Columbia Local Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Columbia Station, Ohio938 students · columbia.k12.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 357
- 125 vendors
The 30-second brief
8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Columbia Local Schools's meetings, most in information technology and capital projects.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Grants.
Latest awards: Esc of Northeast Ohio for special Needs Services Contract Renewed With ESC ($8,970.00 per month (10 Month Full-Day Programming), $25.00 additional for 1:1 Attendant, if needed, Aug 2026) and Psi Associates LLC for title I Remedial Services Contract With PSI ($1,141.35 (Year One fee), Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Columbia Local Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Columbia Local Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Columbia Local Schools buys from, taken from council records. 357 contracts with 125 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Columbia Local Schools.
Questions about Columbia Local Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Columbia Local Schools?
Columbia Local Schools currently works with 125 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 49 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 Columbia Local Schools?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Columbia Local Schools include Columbia Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Columbia Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Columbiana EVSD Considers Ground Lease & Cybersecurity Framework Adoption, 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 Columbia Local Schools publish RFPs?
Columbia Local Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Columbia Local Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Columbia Local Schools?
At Columbia Local 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 Athletics. 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 49 decision-makers at Columbia Local Schools.
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What does Columbia Local Schools spend the most on?
Based on 901 tracked contracts, Columbia Local Schools spends most on Capital Projects (563), Recreation & Community Services (117), Grants (113), Administration & Finance (63), and Transportation (45). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, OTHER, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Columbia Local Schools's current vendors?
Columbia Local Schools currently works with vendors including ESC OF NORTHEAST OHIO, PSI ASSOCIATES LLC, OHIO SCHOOL PLAN, CANTRELL, AL, WEST ROOFING SYSTEMS INC, GUARANTEE TRUST LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY GTL, ASTROTURF, COLUMBIANA COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC DBA THE COUNSELING CENTER, EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER OF EASTERN OHIO, and RYAN CARPET. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, CONSULTING, OTHER, 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 Columbia Local Schools working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Columbia Local Schools is actively discussing: Columbia Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Columbia Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Columbiana EVSD Considers Ground Lease & Cybersecurity Framework Adoption, and Columbiana Schools Board Meeting: Budget, Contracts, and Staffing Discussed. 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 Columbia Local Schools have?
Columbia Local Schools currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (563), Recreation & Community Services (117), and Grants (113). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.