Shepherd Public Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Shepherd, Michigan1,785 students · shepherdschools.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 18
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 160
- 76 vendors
- Decision makers
- 1
The 30-second brief
18 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Shepherd Public Schools's meetings, most in capital projects and information technology. The latest, from Oct 12: School District HVAC Controls Software Update & Modernization.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Plum Health for shepherd Schools Discusses Plum Health Insurance Options (Oct 2026) and E & S Graphics for E & S Graphics Supports Veteran Banner Design Project (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Shepherd Public Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Shepherd Public Schools buys from, taken from council records. 160 contracts with 76 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Shepherd Public Schools.
Questions about Shepherd Public Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Shepherd Public Schools?
Shepherd Public Schools currently works with 76 vendors across contract types including INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Shepherd Public Schools?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Shepherd Public Schools include Shepherd Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Shepherd Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Shepherd Schools Approves Salary Increase, New Hire, and '26/'27 Calendar, 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 Shepherd Public Schools publish RFPs?
Shepherd Public Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Shepherd Public Schools?
At Shepherd 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 Superintendent. 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 1 decision-makers at Shepherd Public Schools.
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What does Shepherd Public Schools spend the most on?
Based on 449 tracked contracts, Shepherd Public Schools spends most on Capital Projects (312), Grants (37), Administration & Finance (35), Recreation & Community Services (34), and Information Technology (31). Contract types include INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and UTILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Shepherd Public Schools's current vendors?
Shepherd Public Schools currently works with vendors including PLUM HEALTH, E & S GRAPHICS, HARKRADER, RYAN, ECOWATER SYSTEMS, SHEPHERD EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (SEA), COYNE OIL & PROPANE, SHEPHERD PUBLIC SCHOOL, MHSAA, THE DONOVAN GROUP, and BYRUM & FISK ADVOCACY COMMUNICATIONS. These vendors span contract types like INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and UTILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Shepherd Public Schools working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Shepherd Public Schools is actively discussing: Shepherd Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Shepherd Public Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Shepherd Schools Approves Salary Increase, New Hire, and '26/'27 Calendar, Shepherd Public Schools Board Meeting: Approvals & Business Impacts, and Shepherd Public Schools Board Meeting: Funding & Teacher Resignation. 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.