Van Buren Isd bids, RFPs and contracts
Lawrence, Michigan591 students · vbisd.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 30, 2026
- 34 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 118
- Bids and RFPs
- 31
- Contracts
- 1,477
- 499 vendors
The 30-second brief
118 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Van Buren Isd's meetings, most in education & training and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Sep 30: Funded Adult Ed Multilingual Program Expanding.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Tapper Ford for VBISD Approves $171,726 Vehicle Purchase From Tapper Ford ($171,726, Sep 2026) and Bangor Public Schools for VBISD Approves $3,500 School Bus Sale To Bangor Schools ($3,500, Sep 2026).
118 pre-RFPs tracked at Van Buren Isd. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Van Buren Isd's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Van Buren Isd has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Van Buren Isd buys from, taken from council records. 1,477 contracts with 499 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Van Buren Isd.
Questions about Van Buren Isd
How do I become an approved vendor for Van Buren Isd?
Van Buren Isd currently works with 499 vendors across contract types including EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 433 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 Van Buren Isd?
Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Van Buren Isd include Van Buren Isd — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Van Buren Isd — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Board of Education Approves Vacancy Filling Process; Kent to Depart Jan 7, 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 Van Buren Isd publish RFPs?
Van Buren Isd publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 31 solicitations from Van Buren Isd. 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 Van Buren Isd?
At Van Buren Isd, 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 Van Buren Tech, Information Technology, Special Education, Instructional Services, and Bert Goens Learning Center. 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 433 decision-makers at Van Buren Isd.
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What does Van Buren Isd spend the most on?
Based on 2,182 tracked contracts, Van Buren Isd spends most on Capital Projects (965), Education & Training (434), Grants (318), Information Technology (317), and Administration & Finance (148). Contract types include EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Van Buren Isd's current vendors?
Van Buren Isd currently works with vendors including TAPPER FORD, BANGOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS, NEW COVERT GENERATING PLANT, NEW COVERT GENERATING COMPANY LLC, VAN BUREN COUNTY, MICHIGAN, VILLA ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS, POWERSCHOOL SHARED SERVICES, COULSON-WALTERS, AISHA, and NEW COVERT GENERATING COMPANY. These vendors span contract types like EQUIPMENT, LEGAL, FACILITIES, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Van Buren Isd working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Van Buren Isd is actively discussing: Van Buren Isd — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Van Buren Isd — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Board of Education Approves Vacancy Filling Process; Kent to Depart Jan 7, VBISD Early Childhood Programs: Investment, Collaboration, and Impact, and VBISD HR Update: New Hire Orientation & Marketing Initiatives Report. 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 Van Buren Isd have?
Van Buren Isd currently has 31 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (965), Education & Training (434), and Grants (318). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MI's state portal, and other sources.