Sarasota County School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Sarasota, Florida45,314 students · sarasotacountyschools.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 6, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 78
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 89
- Contracts
- 27
- 24 vendors
The 30-second brief
78 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Sarasota County School District's meetings, most in public safety and education & training. The latest, from Oct 6: District Continues Staff Safety Procedure Training.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Sutter Roofing (344825.70, Nov 2024) and Jon F Swift (Nov 2024).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Sarasota County School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Sarasota County School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Sarasota County School District buys from, taken from council records. 27 contracts with 24 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Sarasota County School District.
Questions about Sarasota County School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Sarasota County School District?
Sarasota County School District currently works with 24 vendors across contract types including Agreement, DPO, Maintenance Services agreement, Cooperative Contracts, and Bid. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 149 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 Sarasota County School District?
Small purchases under FL's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Sarasota County School District include School Start Times and Transportation Efficiency: Board Workshop Review, Sarasota School Board Meeting: Vocational Program & Accessibility Debated, and Sarasota County School Board: Facilities Optimization & Program Expansion, 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 Sarasota County School District publish RFPs?
Sarasota County School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and FL's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 89 solicitations from Sarasota County School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Sarasota County School District?
At Sarasota County 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. Key departments include Public Works, Innovation Academy Srq, High School, Elementary School, and Laurel Nokomis School. 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 149 decision-makers at Sarasota County School District.
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What does Sarasota County School District spend the most on?
Based on 409 tracked contracts, Sarasota County School District spends most on Capital Projects (166), Recreation & Community Services (117), Education & Training (48), School Taxes (42), and Public Safety (36). Contract types include Agreement, DPO, Maintenance Services agreement, Cooperative Contracts, and Bid. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Sarasota County School District's current vendors?
Sarasota County School District currently works with vendors including SUTTER ROOFING, JON F SWIFT, WILLIS SMITH CONSTRUCTION, IMAGINE SCHOOL AT SARASOTA, SCHOOL SPECIALTY, PROMAXIMA MANUFACTURING, CEC MOTOR & UTILITY SERVICES, LAUREL CIVIC ASSOCIATION, STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY, and SCHENKEL & SHULTZ. These vendors span contract types like Agreement, DPO, Maintenance Services agreement, Cooperative Contracts, and Bid. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Sarasota County School District working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Sarasota County School District is actively discussing: School Start Times and Transportation Efficiency: Board Workshop Review, Sarasota School Board Meeting: Vocational Program & Accessibility Debated, Sarasota County School Board: Facilities Optimization & Program Expansion, Wellen Park High School Redistricting: Boundary Adjustments & Public Input, and Sarasota County School Board Approves 2025-2026 Budget & Millage Rates. 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 Sarasota County School District have?
Sarasota County School District currently has 89 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (166), Recreation & Community Services (117), and Education & Training (48). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, FL's state portal, and other sources.