Way Michigan bids, RFPs and contracts

Way Michigan currently works with 1 vendors across contract types including OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.

Small purchases under MI's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Education & Training (1), Grants (1), and Information Technology (1), 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.

Way Michigan publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MI's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

At Way Michigan, 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.