Southwest Licking Local Schools bids, RFPs and contracts
Pataskala, Ohio4,794 students · swl.k12.oh.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 51
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,212
- 569 vendors
The 30-second brief
51 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Southwest Licking Local Schools's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 15: Southwest Licking Local School District signed a service order under Internet services agreement LACA26-SW to increase broadband service by 5GB each at Watkins Intermediate School and Etna Elementary. The new annual cost will be $123,258, including a $38,100 annual increase, prorated in the first year. Service is to be implemented as soon as possible on or after November 1, 2026. The agreement is not contingent on E-rate funding, so the district has a live network upgrade and recurring revenue item in place.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Licking Area Computer Association (New total annual cost of $123,258.00, including an annual increase of $38,100.00; first-year increase prorated based on actual installation date, Oct 2026) and METLIFE for school Board Considers MetLife Dental Plan Renewal (Employee: $78.73 (Option 1) or $94.89 (Option 2); 7.0% increase; 7.0% rate cap for 2028, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Southwest Licking Local Schools's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Southwest Licking Local Schools has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Southwest Licking Local Schools buys from, taken from council records. 1,212 contracts with 569 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Southwest Licking Local Schools.
Questions about Southwest Licking Local Schools
How do I become an approved vendor for Southwest Licking Local Schools?
Southwest Licking Local Schools currently works with 569 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 68 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 Southwest Licking Local Schools?
Small purchases under OH's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Southwest Licking Local Schools include Southwest Licking Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Southwest Licking Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Southwest Licking Local Schools — 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 Southwest Licking Local Schools publish RFPs?
Southwest Licking Local Schools publishes formal RFPs on its official website and OH's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from Southwest Licking Local Schools. 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 Southwest Licking Local Schools?
At Southwest Licking Local 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. 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 68 decision-makers at Southwest Licking Local Schools.
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What does Southwest Licking Local Schools spend the most on?
Based on 679 tracked contracts, Southwest Licking Local Schools spends most on Capital Projects (322), Education & Training (129), Grants (93), Administration & Finance (71), and Information Technology (64). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, and CONSULTING. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Southwest Licking Local Schools's current vendors?
Southwest Licking Local Schools currently works with vendors including LICKING AREA COMPUTER ASSOCIATION, METLIFE, OHIO SCHOOL BENEFITS COOPERATIVE (MEDICAL MUTUAL), ANTHEM, AUDITOR OF STATE, OHIO COALITION FOR EQUITY & ADEQUACY OF SCHOOL FUNDING, LEXIA LEARNING SYSTEMS LLC, and KANE LEARNING. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, INSURANCE, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, 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 Southwest Licking Local Schools working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, Southwest Licking Local Schools is actively discussing: Southwest Licking Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Southwest Licking Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Southwest Licking Local Schools — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Southwest Licking School District Meeting: Approvals & Policy Adoption, and SWL Board Meeting: EcoSchool Recognition, Insurance Renewals, Contracts. 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 Southwest Licking Local Schools have?
Southwest Licking Local Schools currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (322), Education & Training (129), and Grants (93). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, OH's state portal, and other sources.