Highlands SD bids, RFPs and contracts
Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania2,137 students · goldenrams.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 28, 2026
- 36 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 63
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 6,630
- 1,988 vendors
The 30-second brief
63 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Highlands SD's meetings, most in education & training and information technology. The latest, from Sep 28: On September 28, 2026, Highlands Elementary School signed a one-year service agreement naming Shutterfly Lifetouch, LLC as its photographer for the 2027-2028 school year. The scope includes Fall Individuals, Yearbook, Class Picture Service, Photo Labels, Principal Album, ID Services, Lifetouch Portal, and Yearbook Media CD/DMD. No contract total is stated, but the agreement includes up to 10% commission on Fall Individual net sales and up to 15% commission on Spring Individual net sales. This is awarded business with useful incumbent intelligence ahead of the next renewal cycle for school photography and yearbook services.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (Seventy Five Dollars ($75.00) per hour or fraction thereof for troubleshooting beyond normal maintenance; additional fees may apply for requested services and outside-vendor charges, Oct 2026) and PHEAA for highlands Recommends PHEAA Remote Access Agreement (Oct 2026).
63 pre-RFPs tracked at Highlands SD. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Highlands SD's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Highlands SD has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Highlands SD buys from, taken from council records. 6,630 contracts with 1,988 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Highlands SD.
Questions about Highlands SD
How do I become an approved vendor for Highlands SD?
Highlands SD currently works with 1,988 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 61 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 Highlands SD?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Highlands SD include Highlands SD — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Highlands SD — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Highlands SD — 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 Highlands SD publish RFPs?
Highlands SD publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from Highlands SD. 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 Highlands SD?
At Highlands SD, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. 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 61 decision-makers at Highlands SD.
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What does Highlands SD spend the most on?
Based on 950 tracked contracts, Highlands SD spends most on Capital Projects (416), Education & Training (191), Grants (118), Information Technology (118), and Recreation & Community Services (107). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Highlands SD's current vendors?
Highlands SD currently works with vendors including PENNSYLVANIA HIGHER EDUCATION ASSISTANCE AGENCY, PHEAA, LIFETOUCH, FOX CHAPEL KILLER WHALES SWIM TEAM, HIGHLANDS YOUTH WRESTLING ORGANIZATION (HYWO), and SHUTTERFLY LIFETOUCH LLC. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Highlands SD working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Highlands SD is actively discussing: Highlands SD — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Highlands SD — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Highlands SD — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Highlands School District Meeting: Finances, Personnel, and Policies, and Highlands School District Meeting: Approvals, Policies, and Financials. 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 Highlands SD have?
Highlands SD currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (416), Education & Training (191), and Grants (118). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.