Durham Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Durham, North Carolina31,339 students · dpsnc.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 9, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 102
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 114
- Contracts
- 3,312
- 1,316 vendors
The 30-second brief
102 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Durham Public Schools's meetings, most in administration & finance and transportation. The latest, from Oct 9: District Planning Comprehensive Physical Security Assessment Across All Schools.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: American School of the Deaf Student Contract for american School of the Deaf Student Contract Review (Jul 2026) and District Issued Cell Phones for board to Consider District Cell Phone Agreement (Jul 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Durham Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Durham Public Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Durham Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 3,312 contracts with 1,316 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Durham Public Schools.
Questions about Durham Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Durham Public Schools?
Durham Public Schools currently works with 1,316 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 824 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 Durham Public Schools?
Small purchases under NC's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Durham Public Schools include Durham Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Durham Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Durham Public Schools — 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 Durham Public Schools publish RFPs?
Durham Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NC's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 114 solicitations from Durham Public Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Durham Public Schools?
At Durham 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. Key departments include Student Services, Administration, Human Services, and Superintendent. 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 824 decision-makers at Durham Public Schools.
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What does Durham Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 5,113 tracked contracts, Durham Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (3,247), Education & Training (567), Grants (521), Information Technology (482), and Transportation (296). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Durham Public Schools's current vendors?
Durham Public Schools currently works with vendors including AMERICAN SCHOOL OF THE DEAF STUDENT CONTRACT, DISTRICT ISSUED CELL PHONES, CTE PAXTON PATTERSON (CAREER & COLLEGE READY LABS), BCHEX BACKGROUND CHECKS CONTRACT RENEWAL, FRONTLINE CENTRAL CONTRACT RENEWAL, FRONTLINE CHANGE ORDER, CAPTURING KIDS HEARTS CONTRACT, ERATE FUNDING APPLICATIONS AND CONTRACT, MOA NCCU FOR JOSEPHINE DOBBS CLEMENT EARLY COLLEGE, and NETWORK SUPPORT CONTRACT. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, EQUIPMENT, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Durham Public Schools working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Durham Public Schools is actively discussing: Durham Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Durham Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Durham Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Durham BOE Meeting: Approvals, YMCA Lease, Policies, Budget Priorities, and Durham Public Schools Interactive Panel Procurement: Vendor Bids Analyzed. 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 Durham Public Schools have?
Durham Public Schools currently has 114 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,247), Education & Training (567), and Grants (521). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NC's state portal, and other sources.