Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Shelby County School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Columbiana
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
20,638
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
0103030
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
34
Mascot
School mascot.
Wildcats
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
2,563.65
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
72 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Shelby County School District
The board meeting included the Superintendent's report, which covered bus driver training sessions, a video presentation of the new teacher orientation, and a presentation by the Montevallo City Council regarding a financial contribution toward a new high school gym and multi-sports facility development. Additionally, the board approved personnel actions, TEAMS contracts, and appointments for bus subs and aides, contingent upon meeting all legal requirements.
The board received the superintendent's report regarding preparations for the upcoming school year, professional development initiatives, and district-wide institute days. Actions taken included approving the code of conduct revisions, acknowledging the absence of bidders for a specific nutrition program bid, and authorizing the audited financial statement for FY2025. The board also reviewed and approved monthly financial and payroll expenditures, personnel appointments, and teacher contracts. Furthermore, a facilities and construction report was presented, detailing ongoing progress on gym additions, classroom construction, and site improvements at various school locations.
The board meeting included several key actions, such as the approval of Board Policy 6.1.2 (i) regarding First Grade Readiness and the SY2026-27 Academic Guide. Additionally, the board approved the student insurance and student drug testing providers for the upcoming school year. The board also awarded CNP Bid #26-19 for bottled water, cups, and cooler rentals. Personnel actions were approved, and several administrative and leadership appointments were recognized, including positions for assistant principals, a principal for the Career Technical Education Center, and a district supervisor of athletics. Finally, the board authorized TEAMS contracts and approved funding and staffing for bus substitutes and aides.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Shelby County School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Shelby County School District.
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