Manhattan Beach Unified bids, RFPs and contracts
Manhattan Beach, California5,895 students · mbusd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 56
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 64
- Contracts
- 12,416
- 2,914 vendors
The 30-second brief
56 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Manhattan Beach Unified's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 21: High School Pool and Locker Room Modernization Advances to DSA Review.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Professional Services.
Latest awards: Division of the State Architect for DSA Plan Review Payment Requested for MCHS Modernization ($106,903.05, Oct 2026) and Star of Ca LLC Dba Star of Ca Era Ed for MBUSD Recommends Student Behavioral Support Agreement (Not-to-exceed $84,480.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Manhattan Beach Unified's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Manhattan Beach Unified has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Manhattan Beach Unified buys from, taken from council records. 12,416 contracts with 2,914 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Manhattan Beach Unified.
Questions about Manhattan Beach Unified
How do I become an approved vendor for Manhattan Beach Unified?
Manhattan Beach Unified currently works with 2,914 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 674 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 Manhattan Beach Unified?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Manhattan Beach Unified include Manhattan Beach Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Manhattan Beach Unified — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Manhattan Beach Unified — 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 Manhattan Beach Unified publish RFPs?
Manhattan Beach Unified publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 64 solicitations from Manhattan Beach Unified. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Manhattan Beach Unified?
At Manhattan Beach 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 Food Service, Board of Trustees, and Superintendent's Office. 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 674 decision-makers at Manhattan Beach Unified.
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What does Manhattan Beach Unified spend the most on?
Based on 3,880 tracked contracts, Manhattan Beach Unified spends most on Capital Projects (1,944), Education & Training (747), Professional Services (419), Grants (390), and Information Technology (380). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Manhattan Beach Unified's current vendors?
Manhattan Beach Unified currently works with vendors including DIVISION OF THE STATE ARCHITECT, STAR OF CA LLC DBA STAR OF CA ERA ED, BALFOUR BEATTY, STAR OF CA LLC DBA STAR OF CA, ERA ED, SHAW HR CONSULTING INC, A-TECH CONSULTING, AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY, and COSTA CHEER. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, STAFFING, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Manhattan Beach Unified working on?
Based on 15 tracked meetings, Manhattan Beach Unified is actively discussing: Manhattan Beach Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Manhattan Beach Unified — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Manhattan Beach Unified — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Mira Costa H.S. Barrier Netting: Bids for Construction Project Sought, and Mira Costa H.S. Sports Field Barrier Netting Bid Opportunity. 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 Manhattan Beach Unified have?
Manhattan Beach Unified currently has 64 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,944), Education & Training (747), and Professional Services (419). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.