Shade-central City SD bids, RFPs and contracts
Cairnbrook, Pennsylvania317 students · shade.k12.pa.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 14, 2026
- 51 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 16
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 587
- 312 vendors
The 30-second brief
16 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Shade-central City SD's meetings, most in grants and administration & finance. The latest, from Sep 14: The district reported receipt of a Perkins Grant in the amount of $134,421 for Somerset County Technology Center programs. The same report also noted approved staff trips, student trips, handbook updates, and upcoming advisory meetings. The grant is already in hand, so the sales angle is grant-supported training and program support tied to career and technical education.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Little Caesars for school Considers Little Caesars Fundraiser Approval (Oct 2026) and Gardiner's Candies for school Considers Gardiner’s Candies Fundraiser Approval (Oct 2026).
16 pre-RFPs tracked at Shade-central City SD. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Shade-central City SD's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Shade-central City SD has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Shade-central City SD buys from, taken from council records. 587 contracts with 312 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Shade-central City SD.
Questions about Shade-central City SD
How do I become an approved vendor for Shade-central City SD?
Shade-central City SD currently works with 312 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Shade-central City SD?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Shade-central City SD include Shade-Central City SD — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Shade-Central City SD — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Shade-Central City SD — 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 Shade-central City SD publish RFPs?
Shade-central City SD publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Shade-central City SD. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Shade-central City SD?
At Shade-central City SD, 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 School Counseling Department, Superintendent's Office, District Administration, Jr-Sr High School, and Shade Junior-Senior High 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 12 decision-makers at Shade-central City SD.
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What does Shade-central City SD spend the most on?
Based on 427 tracked contracts, Shade-central City SD spends most on Capital Projects (160), Education & Training (96), Grants (72), Administration & Finance (57), and Recreation & Community Services (42). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Shade-central City SD's current vendors?
Shade-central City SD currently works with vendors including LITTLE CAESARS, GARDINER'S CANDIES, GOLDEN VALLEY FARMS, DOLAN ROOFING, P. EMERY D’ARCANGELO ED.D. SUPERINTENDENT CONSULTANT LLC, DAVE REEDER LLC, PETERSON, JERRY, COMBUSTION SERVICES, HF LENZ, and MODERN PLATE GLASS. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and CONSULTING. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Shade-central City SD working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, Shade-central City SD is actively discussing: Shade-Central City SD — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Shade-Central City SD — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Shade-Central City SD — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Shade-Central City School Board Meeting: Key Decisions & Business Impacts, and Shade-Central City Schools Board Meeting Summary: Budget & Activities. 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 Shade-central City SD have?
Shade-central City SD currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (160), Education & Training (96), and Grants (72). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, PA's state portal, and other sources.