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Inquiry CS bids, RFPs and contracts

Inquiry CS logoPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
Latest contract
Nov 26, 2024
23 months ago
Contracts
3,395
1,226 vendors
Decision makers
13
Students
268

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

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

How they buy

Latest awards: Logistics Plus (Nov 2024) and Scholastic Inc for curriculum Material Vendor Scholastic Paid (8,731.80, Nov 2024).

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Vendors and contracts

Who Inquiry CS buys from, taken from council records. 3,395 contracts with 1,226 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Inquiry CS.

Questions about Inquiry CS

How do I become an approved vendor for Inquiry CS?

Inquiry CS currently works with 1,226 vendors across contract types including Service, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 13 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 Inquiry CS?

Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (118), Information Technology (111), and Administration & Finance (104), 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 Inquiry CS publish RFPs?

Inquiry CS publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Inquiry CS?

At Inquiry CS, 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 Elementary School, and Board of Education. 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 13 decision-makers at Inquiry CS.

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What does Inquiry CS spend the most on?

Based on 501 tracked contracts, Inquiry CS spends most on Capital Projects (118), Information Technology (111), Administration & Finance (104), Education & Training (86), and Professional Services (82). Contract types include Service, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Inquiry CS's current vendors?

Inquiry CS currently works with vendors including LOGISTICS PLUS, SCHOLASTIC INC, NEARPOD INC, VERIS BENEFITS CONSORTIUM LLC, SMARTEST EDU INC DBA FORMATIVE, LEARNING A-Z DBA EXPLORE LEARNING(PENNSYLVANIA), MIDLAND BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT, LIBERTY THERAPY SOLUTIONS(PENNSYLVANIA), FRONTLINE TECHNOLOGIES, and BARTON GILMAN LLP. These vendors span contract types like Service, SUPPLIES, TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

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