Dunham Elementary bids, RFPs and contracts
Petaluma, California147 students · dunhamsd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 10 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 8
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 72
- 49 vendors
- Decision makers
- 25
The 30-second brief
8 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dunham Elementary's meetings, most in grants and education & training. The latest, from Oct 13: District Revising ELO-P Plan to Strengthen Program.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Lyman, Kimberly for MOU Approved for Business Manager Support Services ($60 per hour, Sep 2026) and Dee’s Organics for district Awards 2026–2027 Vended Meals to DEE’s Organics (Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dunham Elementary's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dunham Elementary buys from, taken from council records. 72 contracts with 49 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dunham Elementary.
Questions about Dunham Elementary
How do I become an approved vendor for Dunham Elementary?
Dunham Elementary currently works with 49 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Dunham Elementary?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dunham Elementary include Dunham Elementary Approves Developer Fee Accounting Resolution #2026-01, Dunham School District Board Meeting Summary: September 9, 2025, and Dunham Charter School 2025-26 LCAP: Student Achievement & Safety Focus, 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 Dunham Elementary publish RFPs?
Dunham Elementary publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dunham Elementary?
At Dunham Elementary, 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 Board of Education, and Human Resources. 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 25 decision-makers at Dunham Elementary.
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What does Dunham Elementary spend the most on?
Based on 145 tracked contracts, Dunham Elementary spends most on Capital Projects (40), Education & Training (35), Grants (28), Administration & Finance (25), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (17). Contract types include CONSULTING, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dunham Elementary's current vendors?
Dunham Elementary currently works with vendors including LYMAN, KIMBERLY, DEE’S ORGANICS, KIDDER, KATIE, DTA, SONOMA COUNTY CONSORTIUM, SONOMA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION, LIBERTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, and REDWOOD EMPIRE SCHOOLS INSURANCE GROUP RESIG. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, FOOD_SERVICES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Dunham Elementary working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, Dunham Elementary is actively discussing: Dunham Elementary Approves Developer Fee Accounting Resolution #2026-01, Dunham School District Board Meeting Summary: September 9, 2025, Dunham Charter School 2025-26 LCAP: Student Achievement & Safety Focus, Dunham Elementary School District 2025-26 Preliminary Budget Overview, and Dunham School #4900739 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Analysis. 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.