Oakland Unified bids, RFPs and contracts
Oakland, California34,149 students · ousd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 6, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 91
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 8,405
- 2,386 vendors
The 30-second brief
91 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Oakland Unified's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Aug 6: District Developing Financial Stabilization Plan.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Contract Admin.
Latest awards: Professional Tutors of America for professional Tutors of America SPED Tutoring Contract (Portion of cumulative amount not to exceed $67,657,000.00 for all nonpublic agency contracts, Jun 2026) and Alpine Academy for alpine Academy Nonpublic School Contract Approved (Portion of cumulative amount not to exceed $67,657,000.00 for all nonpublic contracts, Jun 2026).
91 pre-RFPs tracked at Oakland Unified. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Oakland Unified's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Oakland Unified has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Oakland Unified buys from, taken from council records. 8,405 contracts with 2,386 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Oakland Unified.
Questions about Oakland Unified
How do I become an approved vendor for Oakland Unified?
Oakland Unified currently works with 2,386 vendors across contract types including EDUCATION, MAINTENANCE, STAFFING, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 24 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 Oakland Unified?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Oakland Unified include Oakland Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Oakland Unified — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and OUSD Board Meeting: Approvals for Services, Construction, & Programs, 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 Oakland Unified publish RFPs?
Oakland Unified publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Oakland Unified. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Contract Admin. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Oakland Unified?
At Oakland 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. 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 24 decision-makers at Oakland Unified.
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What does Oakland Unified spend the most on?
Based on 4,139 tracked contracts, Oakland Unified spends most on Capital Projects (1,766), Grants (1,041), Contract Admin (610), Education & Training (450), and Budget Planning (272). Contract types include EDUCATION, MAINTENANCE, STAFFING, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Oakland Unified's current vendors?
Oakland Unified currently works with vendors including PROFESSIONAL TUTORS OF AMERICA, ALPINE ACADEMY, JULIAN TREE CARE INC, AUSIN TEXAS LEARNING GROUP, BAYHILL SCHOOL, MCCARTY INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS DBA GREATER GOOD, YOUTH CARE OF UTAH, BUILDING CONNECTIONS ACADEMY, ENSEMBLE SPEECH PATHOLOGY, and BAY SPEECH & PLAY. These vendors span contract types like EDUCATION, MAINTENANCE, 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 Oakland Unified working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Oakland Unified is actively discussing: Oakland Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Oakland Unified — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), OUSD Board Meeting: Approvals for Services, Construction, & Programs, OUSD Teaching & Learning Committee: Budget, Policy, and Restorative Funds, and OUSD Board Meeting: Contracts, Budget Planning, Facilities Projects. 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 Oakland Unified have?
Oakland Unified currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,766), Grants (1,041), and Contract Admin (610). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.