Ector County ISD’s School Nutrition Department is seeking proposals for a turnkey emergency generator solution at its School Nutrition Warehouse to provide backup power for three walk-in freezers and one walk-in refrigerator. The work includes assessing the existing generator and electrical system, verifying loads, delivering and installing equipment, electrical integration, testing, commissioning, training, and related installation. Proposals must be submitted through ECISD eBid (IONWAVE), and a site visit must be scheduled during the required September 28–October 9, 2026 visit period.
Ector County ISD’s School Nutrition Department is seeking proposals for a turnkey emergency generator solution at its School Nutrition Warehouse to provide backup power for three walk-in freezers and one walk-in refrigerator. The work includes assessing the existing generator and electrical system, verifying loads, delivering and installing equipment, electrical integration, testing, commissioning, training, and related installation. Proposals must be submitted through ECISD eBid (IONWAVE), and a site visit must be scheduled during the required September 28–October 9, 2026 visit period.
Buyer Attributes
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City
The city where this buyer is located.
Odessa
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
33,663
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
4818000
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
45
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
3,938.76
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
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16 / 100
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source; otherwise not viable—redirect to coops.
Coops:Frequently procures through BuyBoard, Texas DIR, and TIPS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. Lead with a cooperative contract; validate with Purchasing and coordinate with the owning department for a board-ready, pre-competed buy.
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Ector County Independent School District, TX: No documented sole source awards above $50,000. Treat sole source as not viable; to avoid disqualification, use cooperative contracts.
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Ector County Independent School District Contracts
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Curriculum Associates, LLC at Ector County Independent School District
Effective: Mar 7, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order (PO #22010060-00) issued by ECTOR COUNTY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT for Dowling Elem School to CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES LLC. The order, placed on March 7, 2022, is for various 'Think Up Texas' math and ELAR instruction student and teacher editions, along with associated freight costs, totaling $1,076.32.
Cosenza & Associates LLC at Ector County Independent School District
Effective: Mar 28, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (PO #22010223-00) is issued by Ector County Independent School District (specifically the Curriculum & Instruction department) to Cosenza & Associates, LLC. It covers the purchase of 150 licenses for Mission Math K12: Grade 3-5 Mathematics Teacher License, with access from March 28, 2022, to June 30, 2022. The total cost for this order, after a discount, is $35,400.00. The PO includes vendor details, shipping information, and general terms and conditions.
HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT PUBLISHING CO at Ector County Independent School District
Effective: Jan 2, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (23007733-00) from ECTOR COUNTY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT to HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT PUBLISHING CO is for a 3-year digital resource package for High School Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2) for the 2023 implementation. The order includes student and teacher resources, with an effective start date of January 2, 2023, and a total amount of $140,294.75.
Lonestar Learning at Ector County Independent School District
Effective: Aug 25, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order (PO # 23002581-00) issued by Ector County Independent School District to Lone Star Learning for online Grade 6 math programs, specifically 'TEKSas Target Practice PLUS' and 'TEKSas Target Practice'. The order was placed on August 25, 2022, for a 12-month subscription period, totaling $7,760.00.
ESC 18 at Ector County Independent School District
Effective: Sep 25, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (26003814-00) details the procurement of Math Support services from ESC 18 for Crockett Middle School, part of Ector County Independent School District. The services, totaling $20,000.00, are scheduled for 8 days between September 25, 2025, and January 15, 2026. The document outlines vendor information, shipping details, and general terms and conditions for the order.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Ector County Independent School District
Scac Committee Meeting
Date: Jan 9, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed its roles and responsibilities regarding health education and safety policies, including suicide, opioid, and human trafficking prevention strategies. The main portion of the meeting featured a presentation from Harmony Home, a Children's Advocacy Center, regarding their 'Child Safety Matters' and 'Teen Safety Matters' curricula. The discussion included details on instructional delivery for various grade levels, the necessity of parent opt-in forms, alignment with state education standards, and methods for tracking program efficacy, student engagement, and attendance demographics.
Bond Committee School Board Presentation
Date: Jun 23, 2023Type: Meeting mention
The Bond Committee presented findings and recommendations to the School Board regarding district facility needs. The committee analyzed data concerning community needs and developed a financially sound plan to address critical requirements totaling nearly $500 million without increasing the tax rate. Discussion highlighted the poor conditions of existing school facilities and the committee's commitment to improving the learning environment for students.
Ector County Independent School District District Improvement Plan 2026-2027
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This District Improvement Plan outlines the Ector County Independent School District's commitment to inspiring and challenging every student for success and adaptability. The plan is structured around five core goals: increasing student achievement on state assessments, improving 3rd-grade reading proficiency, enhancing college, career, and military readiness for graduates, fostering classroom excellence through professional development and reduced dropout rates, and cultivating a culture of excellence by strengthening operational processes and community engagement.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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