Universal Institute CS bids, RFPs and contracts
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania563 students · universalfamilyofschools.org/universal-institute- Latest contract
- May 7, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Contracts
- 113
- 63 vendors
- Decision makers
- 5
- Students
- 563
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Education & Training leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Infrastructure & Maintenance and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Dda Development Group for restroom Renovation Contract with DDA Development Group (Not to exceed $288,000, May 2026) and Burke Equipment (Not to exceed $25,335.00, May 2026).
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Vendors and contracts
Who Universal Institute CS buys from, taken from council records. 113 contracts with 63 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Universal Institute CS.
Questions about Universal Institute CS
How do I become an approved vendor for Universal Institute CS?
Universal Institute CS currently works with 63 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 5 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 Universal Institute CS?
Small purchases under PA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Education & Training (16), Infrastructure & Maintenance (9), and Administration & Finance (5), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Universal Institute CS publish RFPs?
Universal Institute CS publishes formal RFPs on its official website and PA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Universal Institute CS?
At Universal Institute CS, 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 Universal Companies. 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 5 decision-makers at Universal Institute CS.
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What does Universal Institute CS spend the most on?
Based on 34 tracked contracts, Universal Institute CS spends most on Education & Training (16), Infrastructure & Maintenance (9), Administration & Finance (5), Capital Projects (2), and Grants (2). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Universal Institute CS's current vendors?
Universal Institute CS currently works with vendors including DDA DEVELOPMENT GROUP, BURKE EQUIPMENT, CDW, VERTEX EDUCATION, ACE VAC COMPANY, HAEFELE FLANAGAN & COMPANY, HAEFELE FLANAGAN, and UNIVERSAL EDUCATION COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.