Mitchell Public Schools is preparing a summer 2026 technology order for the 2026-2027 school year, with formal board action scheduled on May 13, 2026 to approve the purchase. Attached quotes from Computer Hardware, Inc. dated May 8, 2026 detail 100 Lenovo 100e Gen 5 Chromebooks with white-glove setup, logo etching, and 100 Chrome OS management licenses totaling 38670, plus 50 Lenovo teacher/admin laptops totaling 51700. This indicates the district is standardizing on Lenovo devices and Google Chrome management, and that Computer Hardware, Inc. is the apparent selected vendor for this cycle. While this specific order is effectively decided, it signals ongoing refresh needs, future replacement cycles, and potential add-on services such as device management, classroom integration, and support. Vendors can engage around future refresh planning, accessories, repair/maintenance services, and instructional technology support aligned to the district’s Chromebook and Lenovo environment.
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