Downey Unified bids, RFPs and contracts
Downey, California22,359 students · web.dusd.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 78
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 128
- Contracts
- 12,608
- 3,902 vendors
The 30-second brief
78 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Downey Unified's meetings, most in education & training and information technology. The latest, from Oct 13: Downey Unified School District entered a one-year license agreement with Document Tracking Services (DTS) effective November 5, 2026 for its web-based document tracking application. The agreement includes a $6,325 annual license fee, plus translation services billed separately; the invoice totals $9,625 for the listed items. DTS will also provide setup and optional data transfer or document translation services, so this is an incumbent contract follow-on with implementation and renewal timing tied to the November 5, 2027 end date.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Professional Services.
Latest awards: Orbit Party Rentals ($6,202.82, Oct 2026) and Spectrum-center-rossier Park High School ($63,080.85, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Downey Unified's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Downey Unified has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Downey Unified buys from, taken from council records. 12,608 contracts with 3,902 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Downey Unified.
Questions about Downey Unified
How do I become an approved vendor for Downey Unified?
Downey Unified currently works with 3,902 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 62 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 Downey Unified?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Downey Unified include Downey Unified — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Downey USD Board Approves Contracts, Agreements, Financial Actions, and Griffiths Middle School Frontage Improvements: Contractor Bid Opportunity, 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 Downey Unified publish RFPs?
Downey Unified publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 128 solicitations from Downey Unified. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Downey Unified?
At Downey Unified, 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 Tlc Family Resource Center & Community Schools, Curriculum & Instruction, Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) / Downey-Montebello SELPA, Social Studies, and Deaf & Hard of Hearing (DHH). 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 62 decision-makers at Downey Unified.
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What does Downey Unified spend the most on?
Based on 3,219 tracked contracts, Downey Unified spends most on Capital Projects (1,381), Education & Training (717), Professional Services (446), Infrastructure & Maintenance (341), and Information Technology (334). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Downey Unified's current vendors?
Downey Unified currently works with vendors including ORBIT PARTY RENTALS, SPECTRUM-CENTER-ROSSIER PARK HIGH SCHOOL, PUPPIES & REPTILES FOR PARTIES LLC, QUALITY ENVIRONMENTAL INC, GASOL FOUNDATION USA, JUANITO EL SOBADOR, DYNAMIC EDUCATION SERVICES INC, MASSAGE ENVY, AFFORDABLE PORTABLES LLC, and GENESIS FLOOR COVERING INC. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Downey Unified working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Downey Unified is actively discussing: Downey Unified — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Downey USD Board Approves Contracts, Agreements, Financial Actions, Griffiths Middle School Frontage Improvements: Contractor Bid Opportunity, DUSD Board Meeting: Approves Construction, Service Contracts and Personnel, and Downey USD Approves Contracts, Retirement Plan, & Facility Projects. 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 Downey Unified have?
Downey Unified currently has 128 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,381), Education & Training (717), and Professional Services (446). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.