South Orange-maplewood School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Maplewood, New Jersey7,047 students · somsdk12.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 25, 2026
- 39 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 41
- Open bids
- 2+
- Contracts
- 616
- 408 vendors
The 30-second brief
41 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in South Orange-maplewood School District's meetings, most in administration & finance and capital projects. The latest, from Sep 25: Community engagement and strategic planning to address budget pressures and potential program impacts.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Environmental Services.
2+ open RFPs. Latest awards: Mil Val Motors Inc Dba Essex County Towing for board Renews Towing Services With Essex County Towing (Mar 2026) and Teachers College Columbia University (Mar 2026).
41 pre-RFPs tracked at South Orange-maplewood School District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in South Orange-maplewood School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations South Orange-maplewood School District is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who South Orange-maplewood School District buys from, taken from council records. 616 contracts with 408 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at South Orange-maplewood School District.
Questions about South Orange-maplewood School District
How do I become an approved vendor for South Orange-maplewood School District?
South Orange-maplewood School District currently works with 408 vendors across contract types including TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 44 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 South Orange-maplewood School District?
Small purchases under NJ's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at South Orange-maplewood School District include South Orange-Maplewood BOE Meeting: Budget, Contracts, & Policy Updates, SOMD School Board Retreat: Strategic Planning, Community Engagement, and South Orange Maplewood Board of Education Meeting Highlights, 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 South Orange-maplewood School District publish RFPs?
South Orange-maplewood School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NJ's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 37 solicitations from South Orange-maplewood School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Environmental Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at South Orange-maplewood School District?
At South Orange-maplewood 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 Transportation Services, Student Services, Elections, Risk Management, and Middle 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 44 decision-makers at South Orange-maplewood School District.
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What does South Orange-maplewood School District spend the most on?
Based on 1,039 tracked contracts, South Orange-maplewood School District spends most on Capital Projects (504), Education & Training (212), Environmental Services (110), Grants (110), and Professional Services (103). Contract types include TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are South Orange-maplewood School District's current vendors?
South Orange-maplewood School District currently works with vendors including MIL VAL MOTORS INC DBA ESSEX COUNTY TOWING, TEACHERS COLLEGE COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY, STORR TRACTOR CO, GOVDEALS, SETON HALL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CULTURE & MEDIA DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY & FAMILY THERAPY, SPORTCARE, SHOOP SBA LLC, KENCOR LLC, EPIC MANAGEMENT INC, and SHAW'S COMPLETE SECURITY. These vendors span contract types like TRANSPORTATION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, OTHER, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is South Orange-maplewood School District working on?
Based on 5 tracked meetings, South Orange-maplewood School District is actively discussing: South Orange-Maplewood BOE Meeting: Budget, Contracts, & Policy Updates, SOMD School Board Retreat: Strategic Planning, Community Engagement, South Orange Maplewood Board of Education Meeting Highlights, South Orange Maplewood Board of Education Meeting Summary, and SO/Maplewood Board of Education: Key Updates and Strategic Initiatives. 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 South Orange-maplewood School District have?
South Orange-maplewood School District currently has 37 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (504), Education & Training (212), and Environmental Services (110). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NJ's state portal, and other sources.