The Alisal Union School District is seeking licensed contractors for inclusion on its 2026 Pre-Qualified Bidding Contractors List for informal bid construction projects up to $220,000.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Salinas
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
7,303
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
0601950
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
13
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
697.59
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 6
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
67 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:Only if there’s a documented emergency; otherwise skip. If under $114,800, pursue a direct purchase (no formal RFP). If $114,800 or more, use a cooperative piggyback.
Coops:$114,800 or more: use a cooperative piggyback to avoid a formal RFP. Frequently procures through Sourcewell, TIPS, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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The district has used cooperative “piggyback” purchasing before. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path and frame it as a pre-competed piggyback.
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Alisal Union School District Contracts
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Keenan & Associates at Alisal Union School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document comprises two renewal amendments (No. 2 and No. 3) to the original Run-Off Claims Administration Agreement dated July 1, 2018, between Keenan & Associates and Alisal Union School District. Amendment No. 2 extends the agreement from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2024, for a fee of $40,582. Amendment No. 3 further extends it from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, for a fee of $39,364. Both amendments update fee schedules and modify termination clauses, with all other original terms and conditions remaining in effect.
Keenan & Associates at Alisal Union School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This invoice from Keenan & Associates to Alisal Union School District outlines the payment for Workers' Compensation Claim Administration services for the period of July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2026. The total annual fee for these services is $19,382.00, to be paid in two equal installments of $9,691.00. The first installment is due on July 1, 2025, and is the amount requested in this invoice.
Learning Genie Inc. at Alisal Union School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a proposal from Learning Genie to the Alisal Union School District for the addition of new software modules and professional development services. The proposal, which acts as an addendum to an existing contract, covers a two-year period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. It includes the AI Adaptive Unit Planner, Discover & Grow Curriculum, and Reflective Lesson Planning Module, along with professional development subscriptions. The total cost for these added services for the two-year term is $11,222.80, with detailed breakdowns for software and PD subscriptions provided on a yearly basis. Payment terms and acceptance details are also outlined.
Teacher Created Materials at Alisal Union School District
Effective: Feb 23, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Independent Contractor Services Agreement outlines the provision of a two-day training program on "The Gift of Playful Learning" by Teacher Created Materials for Alisal Union School District staff. The training, scheduled for February 23-24, 2024, aims to enhance understanding of play-based learning. The District agrees to pay a total fee of $14,756.38 for the services, with no additional reimbursement for expenses.
LEARNING GENIE at Alisal Union School District
Effective: Aug 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a proposal from Learning Genie to Alisal Union School District (TK) for a half-day onsite professional development training session. The training is scheduled for August 1, 2025, and is priced at $2,250.00. The proposal also details payment terms, various payment options, and the conditions for acceptance, including reference to Learning Genie's Master Service Agreement.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Alisal Union School District
Alisal Union School District Special Board Meeting
Date: Jul 15, 2020Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to discuss the reopening plan for schools in the district. The Superintendent presented various options for the 2020-2021 school year, emphasizing the priority of student, staff, and family safety. The Board conducted a public comment period regarding these plans and subsequently voted to open the school year with remote instruction.
Alisal Union School District Regular Board Meeting
Date: Aug 24, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The board received a presentation on the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program grant and discussed school visits and student enrollment metrics. Various agreements, contracts, and memoranda of understanding were approved, covering instructional programs, facility inspections, and technical services. The board conducted a public hearing concerning the sufficiency of instructional materials and subsequently adopted a resolution on the matter. Additionally, approval was granted for a sublease agreement related to the Loya Project and a memorandum of understanding with the Monterey County District Attorney for the Truancy Abatement Program. The session also addressed personnel discipline, labor negotiations, and existing litigation.
Alisal Union School District Regular Board Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Alisal Union School District.
The Board conducted its Annual Organizational Meeting, which included the election of new Board officers, the appointment of a Secretary, and the appointment of representatives to the Monterey County School Boards Association and the Alisal Labor-Management Accord. The Board also set the 2021 calendar of regular board meetings, adopted resolutions regarding debt capacity waivers and refunding certificates of participation, and authorized district signatories. Additionally, the Board received updates on the Brown Act, governance, and the superintendent's report regarding reopening plans and protective equipment usage. Several contracts, agreements, and personnel items were also addressed, including the adoption of variable term waivers and discussions in closed session regarding legal and labor matters.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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