Buffalo Public Schools is soliciting bids for fire sprinkler and pump inspection, testing, and repair services. The solicitation is identified as BID 27-0627E4-049 and is listed in the district’s procurement portal as an open opportunity. Bids are due September 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
Sole Source:Not viable here; redirect to the formal competitive process.
Coops:Buyer hasn’t historically used coops; you can encourage them to explore NY OGS Centralized Contracts, Erie 1 BOCES, Sourcewell, and PEPPM as future options.
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Buffalo Public Schools does not use cooperative purchasing and will not accept quotes referencing co-op contracts. There is no evidence of coop usage. You can position these co-ops as another option, and your Starbridge contact can help you gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Buffalo Public Schools Contracts
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Curriculum Associates, LLC at Buffalo Public Schools
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract is an extension for the Buffalo City School District to continue using Curriculum Associates, LLC's i-Ready Diagnostic Assessment system for Grades 3-8 ELA for the 2024-2025 school year. It includes access for students and staff to the system and reporting suite, single-sign-on capabilities, and automatic data transfer. The total amount for this extension is $101,254.28.
Buffalo City School District at Buffalo Public Schools
Effective: Nov 13, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a notification from the Buffalo City School District to Justin at getzipbuffalo.com detailing the charges of $44.72 for fulfilling Freedom of Information Law Request BPS File #24-075. Payment via money order is required for the completion of redactions and forwarding of records.
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Buffalo Public Schools District Comprehensive Improvement Plan 2026-2027
Date: Jan 1, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
The District Comprehensive Improvement Plan for Buffalo Public Schools outlines a strategic roadmap to ensure high-quality, equitable, and adaptive Tier 1 instruction across all classrooms. The plan is structured around five core pillars: defining high-quality instruction, supporting teacher learning and development, ensuring rigorous standards-aligned instruction, strengthening student support systems, and implementing a relationship-centered attendance framework. Furthermore, it addresses critical staffing and enrollment inequities to foster consistent instruction and improved student outcomes.
Buffalo Public School Early Childhood Center 90 School Comprehensive Education Plan 2026-2027
Date: Jun 14, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This School Comprehensive Education Plan for the 2026-27 academic year outlines a strategic roadmap focused on enhancing high-quality teaching and learning through a multi-faceted approach. Key priorities include strengthening math instruction through the use of multiple representations and bolstering foundational literacy skills in early grades. The plan details structures for teacher professional development, school-wide instructional leadership, and student well-being, emphasizing consistent, rigorous, and equitable instruction for all students. It also includes systematic monitoring of attendance to ensure timely supports and foster a thriving learning environment.
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Academy School Buffalo Continuation Plan 2026-2027
Date: Jun 30, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
The 2026-2027 Receivership School Continuation Plan for Academy School Buffalo aims to drive continuous improvement by strengthening core instructional programs and fostering a culture of belonging. The plan outlines four lead strategies, including two focused on enhancing Tier 1 instruction, one addressing attendance through culture and connectedness, and one dedicated to increasing the quality of family and community partnerships. The overarching goal is to achieve Demonstrable Improvement Indicator targets and realize a shared vision for high-quality teaching and learning, preparing students to be critical thinkers, effective communicators, and active community contributors.
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