Derby School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Derby, Connecticut1,345 students · derbypride.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Jun 25, 2026
- 4 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 3
- Bids and RFPs
- 9
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,218
- 720 vendors
The 30-second brief
3 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Derby School District's meetings, most in administration & finance and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Jun 25: District Considers Shared Human Resources Director.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Drake University for board to review MOU with Drake University (Nov 2025) and JCI for JCI solar projects nearing completion at schools (Nov 2025).
3 pre-RFPs tracked at Derby School District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Derby School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Derby School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Derby School District buys from, taken from council records. 3,218 contracts with 720 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Derby School District.
Questions about Derby School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Derby School District?
Derby School District currently works with 720 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, Remodeling, Contract, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 24 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 Derby School District?
Small purchases under CT's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Derby School District include Derby School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Derby School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Derby School District — 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 Derby School District publish RFPs?
Derby School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CT's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 9 solicitations from Derby School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Derby School District?
At Derby School District, 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 Special Education, Information Technology, Superintendent, High School, and Administration. 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 24 decision-makers at Derby School District.
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What does Derby School District spend the most on?
Based on 1,998 tracked contracts, Derby School District spends most on Capital Projects (1,043), Grants (339), Information Technology (267), Recreation & Community Services (196), and Education & Training (153). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, Remodeling, Contract, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Derby School District's current vendors?
Derby School District currently works with vendors including DRAKE UNIVERSITY, JCI, IMAGINATE YOUR SPACE, DERBY EDUCATOR ASSOCIATION, SCHOOL DUDE, IXL, GOOGLE CLASSROOM, KHAN ACADEMY, and IEP DIRECT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, Remodeling, Contract, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Derby School District working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Derby School District is actively discussing: Derby School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Derby School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Derby School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Derby BOE Meeting: FY27 Budget, Contract Review, Calendar Approved, and Derby BOE Meeting: Contracts, Solar Projects & HS Research Study 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 Derby School District have?
Derby School District currently has 9 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,043), Grants (339), and Information Technology (267). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CT's state portal, and other sources.