Manchester Local Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Manchester, Ohio700 students · mlsd.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 1, 2026
- 2 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 49
- 17 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 5
- None open now
- Contracts
- 2,543
- 942 vendors
The 30-second brief
49 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Manchester Local Schools's meetings, most in grants and information technology. The latest, from Nov 1: Effective November 1, 2026, the district executed a lease for the Manchester School-Based Health Center space with CAC of Pike County/Valley View Health Centers. Rent is free, but the tenant must reimburse custodian costs and provide its own bio-hazardous waste removal, insurance, and any leasehold improvements it wants to build. The lease also allows interior non-structural alterations with district approval. The term ends October 31, 2029, creating a clear follow-on date for facility, maintenance, waste, and support discussions.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: Community Action Committee of Pike County (Cac) / Valley View Health Centers (Oct 2026) and Community Action Committee of Pike County / Valley View Health Centers for school District Leases Health Center Space Rent-Free (Rent-free, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Manchester Local Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Manchester Local Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Manchester Local Schools buys from, taken from council records. 2,543 contracts with 942 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Manchester Local Schools.
Questions about Manchester Local Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Manchester Local Schools?
Manchester Local Schools currently works with 942 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 25 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 Manchester Local Schools?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Manchester Local Schools include Manchester Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Manchester Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Manchester Local 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 Manchester Local Schools publish RFPs?
Manchester Local Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 5 solicitations from Manchester Local Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Manchester Local Schools?
At Manchester Local 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 Board of Education, Information Technology, Facilities Management, and Finance. 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 25 decision-makers at Manchester Local Schools.
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What does Manchester Local Schools spend the most on?
Based on 3,056 tracked contracts, Manchester Local Schools spends most on Capital Projects (1,289), Grants (913), Recreation & Community Services (425), Transportation (229), and Information Technology (200). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Manchester Local Schools's current vendors?
Manchester Local Schools currently works with vendors including COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE OF PIKE COUNTY (CAC) / VALLEY VIEW HEALTH CENTERS, COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE OF PIKE COUNTY / VALLEY VIEW HEALTH CENTERS, VALLEY VIEW HEALTH CENTER, MORGAN PLUMBING & EXCAVATING, T & F SIGNS, NATURE CONSERVANCY, SOUTH CENTRAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER, ADAMS COUNTY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE OF PIKE COUNTY, and SECURLY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, FACILITIES, MAINTENANCE, OTHER, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Manchester Local Schools working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Manchester Local Schools is actively discussing: Manchester Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Manchester Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Manchester Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Manchester Local School District Board Meeting: Approvals and Updates, and Manchester Local School District Board Meeting Summary - Nov 12, 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 Manchester Local Schools have?
Manchester Local Schools currently has 5 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,289), Grants (913), and Recreation & Community Services (425). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.