Albuquerque Public Schools seeks a coordinated, secure notification system for its Handle with Care Program. The system is intended to help identify APS students exposed to potentially traumatic events encountered by participating City of Albuquerque first responder agencies. The RFP is due November 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time.
Pool of qualified underwriting firms to serve as senior managing underwriters and/or co-managing underwriters for future negotiated, publicly marketed bond transactions. Respondents must demonstrate experience underwriting state and local governmental securities, knowledge of applicable requirements, and the ability to market and distribute the district s securities effectively.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Albuquerque
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
74,792
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3500060
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
175
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
7,888.86
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
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42 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If the solution is proprietary or uniquely aligned to IT/curriculum/pro services, run a parallel sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, NASPO/SPAs; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Albuquerque Public School District (APS) will consider sole source for proprietary or uniquely aligned IT, curriculum, or professional service needs. Work directly with the requesting department and APS Procurement to draft a sole source justification. Contracts exceeding $500,000 require Board of Education approval. Mandatory: complete APS Vendor Registry registration before engaging to be eligible for awards.
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Albuquerque Public School District Contracts
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Waterford Research Institute at Albuquerque Public School District
Effective: Nov 19, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement formalizes a partnership between Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) and Waterford Research Institute for the provision of 'as-needed' Professional Development Services. Effective from November 19, 2025, to August 23, 2027, the agreement outlines the general terms and conditions, including the requirement for individual task orders for specific assignments and explicitly states that no minimum amount of purchases is guaranteed. A detailed fee proposal is included, listing unit prices for various professional development class presentations and series, designed to support APS's academic goals and enhance instructional practices.
BE HEARD EDUCATION at Albuquerque Public School District
Effective: Nov 19, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement, effective from November 19, 2025, to August 23, 2027, establishes a framework for Albuquerque Public Schools to procure 'As-Needed' Professional Development Services from Be Heard Education. The contract outlines general terms, conditions, and a fee proposal for various services, including instructional coaching, workforce development, cultural diversity training, and core content instruction, with specific proposed fees for each program. Individual assignments will be handled through task orders, and no minimum purchase amount is guaranteed.
TaJu Educational Solutions at Albuquerque Public School District
Effective: Nov 19, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement, effective November 19, 2025, and running until August 23, 2027, establishes the terms for Professional Development Services between Albuquerque Public Schools and TaJu Educational Solutions. The contract, identified by RFP 26-026KLL, is an "As-Needed" agreement with no guaranteed minimum purchases. It outlines the scope of services, the process for individual task orders, invoicing, payment, and other legal terms. While fee proposals with daily rates are included, no overall total contract amount is specified.
Consortium on Reaching Excellence Inc dba CORE at Albuquerque Public School District
Effective: Nov 19, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement between Albuquerque Public Schools and Consortium on Reaching Excellence Inc (dba CORE) outlines the terms for providing professional development services on an as-needed basis. Effective from November 19, 2025, to August 23, 2027, the agreement does not guarantee a minimum purchase amount. Individual assignments will be defined by separate task orders, and detailed pricing for various services and materials is provided.
Collaborative Learning Solutions at Albuquerque Public School District
Effective: Nov 19, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement between Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) and Collaborative Learning Solutions outlines the terms for providing 'As-Needed' Professional Development Services. Effective from November 19, 2025, to August 23, 2027, the contract does not guarantee a minimum amount of work. Services will be engaged via individual task orders, with pricing based on daily rates for professional development and hourly rates for consulting/coaching, as detailed in the fee proposal. Materials are provided at no additional cost.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Albuquerque Public School District
Board of Education Finance Committee Finance Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting covered several financial items, including the approval of grant budget adjustments, inter-function and intra-function budget transfers for operational, grant, and capital funds, and a notable decrease in the student transportation fund following state-level funding changes. Additionally, the committee approved a $10,000 donation for El Dorado High School, the disposal of obsolete equipment taken out of service in September, the purchase of thirteen passenger buses and two special education buses, and a supplemental expenditure for a fresh fruit and vegetable program. The meeting concluded with the approval of cash disbursements for September.
Board of Education Community Engagement Committee Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee reviewed recent community outreach efforts, including participation in national conferences, neighborhood coalitions, and local service organizations. Key discussions focused on the debrief of budget town halls, exploring strategies to increase community participation through various engagement channels, and the utility of public surveys. Additionally, the committee received an update regarding the upcoming legislative engagement event.
Local Government Coordinating Commission Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Albuquerque Public School District.
The Local Government Coordinating Commission held a meeting to discuss the planning together for the future of Albuquerque Public Schools. A presentation was provided regarding declining enrollment trends within the district, the associated challenges of maintaining underenrolled facilities, and the district's strategy for community engagement concerning future facility enrollment planning. The discussion highlighted the importance of gathering community input to inform potential future recommendations regarding school facilities and district operations.
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