Fresno Unified bids, RFPs and contracts
Fresno, California69,668 students · fresnounified.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 12, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 66
- Open bids
- 3+
- Next due Nov 17
- Contracts
- 1,245
- 535 vendors
The 30-second brief
66 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Fresno Unified's meetings, most in education & training and administration & finance. The latest, from Aug 12: The board was scheduled to approve a five-year external audit services agreement with Crowe LLP. The package covered the district financial and compliance audit, Measure M and Measure H audits, and the Joint Health Management Board financial audit. Fees were $245,000 for 2026/27, with later years listed through 2030/31. Crowe had performed the work since 2006, so this is useful incumbent and renewal intelligence.
Education & Training leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Capital Projects and Grants.
3+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 17. Latest awards: Crowe LLP for district Awards Multi-Year External Audit Contract ($245,000 (anticipated FY 2026/27 expenditures); estimated five-year total not stated, Aug 2026) and Core Districts for board Ratifies CORE Districts Data Dashboard Agreement ($310,000, Aug 2026).
66 pre-RFPs tracked at Fresno Unified. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Fresno Unified's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Fresno Unified is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who Fresno Unified buys from, taken from council records. 1,245 contracts with 535 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Fresno Unified.
Questions about Fresno Unified
How do I become an approved vendor for Fresno Unified?
Fresno Unified currently works with 535 vendors across contract types including FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 207 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 Fresno Unified?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Fresno Unified include Fresno Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Fresno Unified — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Fresno Unified School District Board Approves Major Contracts and Budgets, 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 Fresno Unified publish RFPs?
Fresno Unified publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 447 solicitations from Fresno Unified. The most active RFP sectors are Education & Training, Capital Projects, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Fresno Unified?
At Fresno 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 Supervision of Schools, Prevention & Intervention, and English Learner Services. 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 207 decision-makers at Fresno Unified.
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What does Fresno Unified spend the most on?
Based on 3,135 tracked contracts, Fresno Unified spends most on Education & Training (1,129), Capital Projects (1,046), Grants (490), Community & Outreach (243), and Information Technology (227). Contract types include FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Fresno Unified's current vendors?
Fresno Unified currently works with vendors including CROWE LLP, CORE DISTRICTS, BDM INC, WESTED, CITY OF FRESNO, MARSH & MCLENNAN, NEW TEACHER PROJECT (TNTP), CISCO SYSTEMS CAPITAL CORPORATION, and FRESNO INNOVATION VILLAGE CONSORTIUM. These vendors span contract types like FINANCIAL_SERVICES, TECHNOLOGY, CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Fresno Unified working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, Fresno Unified is actively discussing: Fresno Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Fresno Unified — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Fresno Unified School District Board Approves Major Contracts and Budgets, Fresno Unified School District Board Meeting Summary, and Fresno Unified School District Board Meeting Highlights - May 28, 2025. 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 Fresno Unified have?
Fresno Unified currently has 447 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Education & Training (1,129), Capital Projects (1,046), and Grants (490). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.