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Nov 2, 2026
Nov 20, 2026
Bismarck Public Schools is seeking a provider for a comprehensive purchasing card program, including card services, controls, reporting, implementation, and ongoing support.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Bismarck
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
14,098
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3800014
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
29
Mascot
School mascot.
Demon
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,945.76
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
56 / 100
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This is a Purchase Agreement between Marzano Resources, LLC and Bismarck School District, effective September 1, 2022. The agreement outlines the purchase of professional development products and services for a total of $242,975.00. It includes a detailed payment schedule spanning from August 2023 to September 2024, and specific descriptions of 31 professional development services with their respective dates and costs. General terms covering intellectual property, force majeure, and termination are also included.
This Purchase Agreement outlines the terms for Bismarck Public Schools to acquire onsite professional development services from Marzano Resources, LLC for a total amount of $$ 208,000.00. The services, detailed in Exhibit A, include multiple sessions spanning from August 2024 to May 2025, focusing on High Reliability Schools. The agreement also specifies payment terms, general conditions, and contact information.
This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) establishes a pilot program between Bismarck Public School District No. 1 (BPS) and TNT Kid's Fitness (TNT) for the ABLE in Schools initiative. Running from December 2025 to March 31, 2026, the pilot aims to evaluate the ABLE program's effectiveness in BPS physical education. TNT will provide the program, training, and support, and issue stipends to participating BPS teachers. BPS will facilitate program implementation and teacher feedback. The agreement outlines responsibilities, data collection for evaluation, and standard contractual terms.
This is a Purchase Agreement between Solution Tree, Inc. and Bismarck 1 School District for professional development services, including Onsite Professional Development and Virtual components. The agreement became effective on March 15, 2023, with key services scheduled for January 16, 2024. Payment terms specify a 20% non-refundable deposit and subsequent payments for a total of $8,000.00, encompassing all services and expenses. The document also includes general terms and conditions regarding intellectual property, force majeure, and termination.
This Marzano Resources Purchase Agreement, effective November 27, 2023, outlines the purchase of professional development services by Bismarck Public Schools from Marzano Resources, LLC. The total cost for the services is $31,800.00, covering a series of onsite and virtual sessions scheduled between August 2024 and April 2025. The agreement details payment terms, descriptions of services, general terms including intellectual property and termination, and technical requirements for virtual conferences.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Bismarck Public School District
The Board accepted the monitoring report for Policy R-4 Personal Development and reviewed several Governance Culture policies, including Board Committees and the Board Job Description. Additionally, the Board approved revised indicators for the Coherent Governance Operational Expectations Policy regarding instructional programs. Discussions took place regarding the potential adjustment of the meeting agenda to include dedicated time for Board Member Reports, the process for adopting the school calendar for the 2028-2029 school year, a bond update, and the presentation of a financial report.
The committee focused on evaluating technology use within education, prioritizing instructional value over simple screen time metrics. Discussions centered on analyzing current technology deployment strategies and applying a multidimensional evaluation framework based on five guiding questions. Participants categorized various modes of technology engagement, including teacher-directed instruction, student creation, and independent consumption, while reflecting on instructional data and demonstrations.
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The committee reviewed Panorama exit survey and VITAL survey data to inform the development of an evidence-based employee retention system. Discussions included the incorporation of survey questions into the School Board report, per Operational Expectation Policy OE-4, and a recommendation to consolidate staff surveys to reduce redundancy. Additionally, the committee discussed strategies to build community respect, focusing on supporting educators and increasing community involvement in schools.
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