South Pasadena Unified bids, RFPs and contracts
South Pasadena, California4,651 students · spusd.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 62
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 16
- Contracts
- 5,228
- 1,735 vendors
The 30-second brief
62 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in South Pasadena Unified's meetings, most in education & training and information technology. The latest, from Oct 13: The board was scheduled to approve an $8,148.50 agreement with Villa Esperanza Services for clinic occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech and language services for special education students. The contract included both nonpublic agency and nonpublic school services. The master contract had already been approved on September 8, 2026, and the term ran from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. This is follow-on special education placement and therapy intelligence.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Professional Services.
Latest awards: Hodis Learning & Music LLC for learning and Music Services Approved Through January (NTE: $6,300, Oct 2026) and Be Glad LLC for be GLAD Training Attendance Reported for Phalen-Bartolome (Reg. fee $2,200.00; Total cost $2,365.12, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in South Pasadena Unified's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations South Pasadena Unified has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who South Pasadena Unified buys from, taken from council records. 5,228 contracts with 1,735 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at South Pasadena Unified.
Questions about South Pasadena Unified
How do I become an approved vendor for South Pasadena Unified?
South Pasadena Unified currently works with 1,735 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 71 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 Pasadena Unified?
Small purchases under CA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at South Pasadena Unified include South Pasadena Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), South Pasadena Unified — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and South Pasadena USD Board Meeting: Approvals, Contracts & Fiscal Matters, 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 Pasadena Unified publish RFPs?
South Pasadena Unified publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CA's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 16 solicitations from South Pasadena Unified. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Professional Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at South Pasadena Unified?
At South Pasadena Unified, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. 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 71 decision-makers at South Pasadena Unified.
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What does South Pasadena Unified spend the most on?
Based on 2,055 tracked contracts, South Pasadena Unified spends most on Capital Projects (898), Education & Training (440), Professional Services (341), Information Technology (194), and Grants (182). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are South Pasadena Unified's current vendors?
South Pasadena Unified currently works with vendors including HODIS LEARNING & MUSIC LLC, BE GLAD LLC, HIGGINS, KELLY M, CALIFORNIA SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION, STAR OF CA LLC DBA STAR OF CA, ERA ED, CALIFORNIA SCHOOL PR ASSOCIATION, EVERGREEN EDUCATIONAL THERAPY LLC, SERIO, LUCIA DBA BOOKWORM EDUCATIONAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES INC, ELLIOTT INSTITUTE, and CHATTER HOUSE SPEECH THERAPY INC DBA CHATTER HOUSE THERAPIES. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is South Pasadena Unified working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, South Pasadena Unified is actively discussing: South Pasadena Unified — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), South Pasadena Unified — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), South Pasadena USD Board Meeting: Approvals, Contracts & Fiscal Matters, SPUSD's 2025-26 Budget & LCAP: Business Implications & Opportunities, and SPUSD Board Approves Contracts, Labor Talks, Financials at Nov. 4 Meeting. 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 Pasadena Unified have?
South Pasadena Unified currently has 16 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (898), Education & Training (440), and Professional Services (341). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CA's state portal, and other sources.