Salem City Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Salem, Virginia4,318 students · salem.k12.va.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 25, 2026
- 40 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 100
- Bids and RFPs
- 59
- Contracts
- 894
- 490 vendors
The 30-second brief
100 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Salem City Public Schools's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Sep 25: School District Reviewing New CIP Requests for Facilities.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: FORTINET for fortinet Firewalls Protect School Network (Sep 2026) and Region 6 Autism Education Partnership for region 6 Autism Partnership Continues (Sep 2026).
100 pre-RFPs tracked at Salem City Public Schools. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Salem City Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Salem City Public Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Salem City Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 894 contracts with 490 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Salem City Public Schools.
Questions about Salem City Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Salem City Public Schools?
Salem City Public Schools currently works with 490 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 33 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 Salem City Public Schools?
Small purchases under VA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Salem City Public Schools include Salem City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Salem City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Salem City Public 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 Salem City Public Schools publish RFPs?
Salem City Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and VA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 59 solicitations from Salem City Public Schools. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Salem City Public Schools?
At Salem City Public 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 G.W. Carver Elementary School Administration. 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 33 decision-makers at Salem City Public Schools.
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What does Salem City Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 2,915 tracked contracts, Salem City Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (1,220), Grants (713), Education & Training (441), Information Technology (332), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (209). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, 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 Salem City Public Schools's current vendors?
Salem City Public Schools currently works with vendors including FORTINET, REGION 6 AUTISM EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP, BSN SPORTS, SIMPLDISCIPLINE, GOOGLE WORKSPACE FOR EDUCATION, RAPTOR, PARENTSQUARE, SCHOOLAI, CROWDSTRIKE, and DONORS CHOOSE. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, 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 Salem City Public Schools working on?
Based on 18 tracked meetings, Salem City Public Schools is actively discussing: Salem City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Salem City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Salem City Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Salem City Schools Board Meeting: Actions, Budget, and Curriculum Changes, and School Board Meeting: Budget Approval, Policy Review, and Recognitions. 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 Salem City Public Schools have?
Salem City Public Schools currently has 59 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,220), Grants (713), and Education & Training (441). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, VA's state portal, and other sources.