Ocean Springs School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Ocean Springs, Mississippi5,808 students · ossdms.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 26, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 56
- Bids and RFPs
- 90
- Contracts
- 9,863
- 3,427 vendors
The 30-second brief
56 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ocean Springs School District's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Aug 26: Jackson County Board of Education Applies for FY2027 Forest Inventory Cost-Share.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Lets Talk Therapy Speech ($90,000, Jul 2026) and Mississippi Forestry Commission for forestry cost share agreement for stewardship plan (75% of the actual cost, not to exceed the current cost-share rate, Jul 2026).
56 pre-RFPs tracked at Ocean Springs School District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ocean Springs School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Ocean Springs School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ocean Springs School District buys from, taken from council records. 9,863 contracts with 3,427 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ocean Springs School District.
Questions about Ocean Springs School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Ocean Springs School District?
Ocean Springs School District currently works with 3,427 vendors across contract types including Service, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 57 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 Ocean Springs School District?
Small purchases under MS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ocean Springs School District include Ocean Springs School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ocean Springs School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Ocean Springs School District — 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 Ocean Springs School District publish RFPs?
Ocean Springs School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 90 solicitations from Ocean Springs School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Ocean Springs School District?
At Ocean Springs School District, 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 57 decision-makers at Ocean Springs School District.
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What does Ocean Springs School District spend the most on?
Based on 3,871 tracked contracts, Ocean Springs School District spends most on Capital Projects (2,433), Grants (679), Information Technology (298), Education & Training (280), and Professional Services (181). Contract types include Service, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ocean Springs School District's current vendors?
Ocean Springs School District currently works with vendors including LETS TALK THERAPY SPEECH, MISSISSIPPI FORESTRY COMMISSION, QUEST DIAGNOSTICS, CORDANT HEALTH SOLUTIONS, OMEGA LABORATORIES, CONFIRM BIO SCIENCES, DRUG FREE SCHOOLS, FIRST CHOICE OCCUPATION, MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM, and JIM OWEN STUDIO. These vendors span contract types like Service, OTHER, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Ocean Springs School District working on?
Based on 19 tracked meetings, Ocean Springs School District is actively discussing: Ocean Springs School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Ocean Springs School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Ocean Springs School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Jackson County School District Meeting: Strategic Goals & Business Impacts, and Let's Talk Therapy Contract for Speech Services with Jackson Co. Schools. 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 Ocean Springs School District have?
Ocean Springs School District currently has 90 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,433), Grants (679), and Information Technology (298). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MS's state portal, and other sources.