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Great Lakes Academy bids, RFPs and contracts

Great Lakes Academy logoPontiac, Michigan
Latest contract
Mar 21, 2024
2 years ago
Contracts
79
25 vendors
Decision makers
3
Students
183

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Communications.

How they buy

Latest awards: America's Back Office for ongoing HR Services Provided by America's Back Office (Mar 2024) and Cs Partners for board Considers ESP Agreement with CS Partners (Mar 2024).

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Vendors and contracts

Who Great Lakes Academy buys from, taken from council records. 79 contracts with 25 vendors.

AMERICA'S BACK OFFICEOngoing HR Services Provided by America's Back Office · Mar 21Undisclosed
CS PARTNERSBoard Considers ESP Agreement with CS Partners · Mar 21UndisclosedCS PARTNERSMOU for Financial Services with CS Partners Presented · Feb 12Undisclosed
SHIFMAN CARLSONBoard Considers Legal Engagement with Shifman Carlson · Feb 12Undisclosed
PEARSON GROUPPearson Group Delivers Financial Reports for Review · Jan 25Undisclosed

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Great Lakes Academy.

Questions about Great Lakes Academy

How do I become an approved vendor for Great Lakes Academy?

Great Lakes Academy currently works with 25 vendors across contract types including STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and Consultant. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 3 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 Great Lakes Academy?

Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (22), Administration & Finance (9), and Communications (9), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Great Lakes Academy publish RFPs?

Great Lakes Academy publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Great Lakes Academy?

At Great Lakes Academy, 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 Ccrt Pontiac, and Administration. 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 3 decision-makers at Great Lakes Academy.

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What does Great Lakes Academy spend the most on?

Based on 51 tracked contracts, Great Lakes Academy spends most on Capital Projects (22), Administration & Finance (9), Communications (9), Professional Services (9), and Community & Outreach (2). Contract types include STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and Consultant. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Great Lakes Academy's current vendors?

Great Lakes Academy currently works with vendors including AMERICA'S BACK OFFICE, CS PARTNERS, SHIFMAN CARLSON, PEARSON GROUP, AMERICAS BACK OFFICE, and JEAN SWENK. These vendors span contract types like STAFFING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and Consultant. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

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