District of Columbia Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Washington, District of Columbia50,839 students · dcps.dc.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Jun 1, 2026
- 5 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- Bids and RFPs
- 191
- Contracts
- 43
- 39 vendors
The 30-second brief
8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in District of Columbia Public Schools's meetings, most in public health and information technology. The latest, from Jun 1: School District Exploring AI Policy Amidst Privacy Concerns.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Context Global Inc (Nov 2025) and Woodhead, Sarah for consultant Hired for Healthy School Facilities Report (Jan 2024).
8 pre-RFPs tracked at District of Columbia Public Schools. See all 8, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in District of Columbia Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations District of Columbia Public Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who District of Columbia Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 43 contracts with 39 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at District of Columbia Public Schools.
Questions about District of Columbia Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for District of Columbia Public Schools?
District of Columbia Public Schools currently works with 39 vendors across contract types including Service, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and GRANT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 33 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 District of Columbia Public Schools?
Small purchases under DC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at District of Columbia Public Schools include District of Columbia Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), DC Public Charter Board Reviews Charters, Assesses Economic Viability, and DCPS FY2027 Public Budget: Decisions, Commercial Impacts, and Opportunities, 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 District of Columbia Public Schools publish RFPs?
District of Columbia Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and DC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 191 solicitations from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia Public Schools?
At District of Columbia 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. 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 33 decision-makers at District of Columbia Public Schools.
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What does District of Columbia Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 495 tracked contracts, District of Columbia Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (234), Grants (98), Education & Training (80), Community & Outreach (43), and Information Technology (40). Contract types include Service, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and GRANT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are District of Columbia Public Schools's current vendors?
District of Columbia Public Schools currently works with vendors including CONTEXT GLOBAL INC, WOODHEAD, SARAH, WOLF TRAP CENTER FOR THE ARTS, LIDS FOUNDATION, MARTHA'S TABLE, EIGHTZERO LLC, ARIEL ATKINS FOUNDATION, and NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE BOARDS OF EDUCATION. These vendors span contract types like Service, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, and GRANT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is District of Columbia Public Schools working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, District of Columbia Public Schools is actively discussing: District of Columbia Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), DC Public Charter Board Reviews Charters, Assesses Economic Viability, DCPS FY2027 Public Budget: Decisions, Commercial Impacts, and Opportunities, DC Public Charter School Board Monthly Meeting Highlights, and Meeting Summary. 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 District of Columbia Public Schools have?
District of Columbia Public Schools currently has 191 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (234), Grants (98), and Education & Training (80). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, DC's state portal, and other sources.