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The city where this buyer is located.
Total student enrollment.
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
Total number of schools in the district.
Total number of staff members.
Highest grade level offered.
How easy their procurement process is to navigate.
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Active opportunities open for bidding
Groton Public Schools
Groton Public Schools is issuing this RFP on behalf of the Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op, a Connecticut consortium of over 25 school districts. The solicitation seeks a qualified fresh produce vendor to supply fruits and vegetables to multiple school locations for the 2026-2027 contract period. The procurement includes 76 fresh fruit and vegetable program items to be delivered between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027.
Posted Date
Mar 21, 2026
Due Date
Apr 21, 2026
Release: Mar 21, 2026
Groton Public Schools
Close: Apr 21, 2026
Groton Public Schools is issuing this RFP on behalf of the Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op, a Connecticut consortium of over 25 school districts. The solicitation seeks a qualified fresh produce vendor to supply fruits and vegetables to multiple school locations for the 2026-2027 contract period. The procurement includes 76 fresh fruit and vegetable program items to be delivered between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2027.
Groton Public Schools
Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op is soliciting sealed proposals for the supply of frozen ice cream products and weekly delivery services to approximately 100 schools across Connecticut and select Rhode Island locations. The contract period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options for two one-year renewals and requires vendors to provide on-site freezers. Proposals must be physically delivered to the Lighthouse Food Cooperative in Groton, CT, and meet all USDA domestic production requirements.
Posted Date
Mar 21, 2026
Due Date
Apr 21, 2026
Release: Mar 21, 2026
Groton Public Schools
Close: Apr 21, 2026
Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op is soliciting sealed proposals for the supply of frozen ice cream products and weekly delivery services to approximately 100 schools across Connecticut and select Rhode Island locations. The contract period runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options for two one-year renewals and requires vendors to provide on-site freezers. Proposals must be physically delivered to the Lighthouse Food Cooperative in Groton, CT, and meet all USDA domestic production requirements.
Groton Public Schools
The Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op, representing 26 Connecticut school districts, is soliciting proposals for commercial kitchen equipment and refrigeration repair services for K-12 kitchens. The contract covers the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options for two one-year renewals. Vendors must provide comprehensive maintenance with fixed pricing and meet specific insurance and representation requirements.
Posted Date
Mar 21, 2026
Due Date
Apr 21, 2026
Release: Mar 21, 2026
Groton Public Schools
Close: Apr 21, 2026
The Lighthouse Purchasing Co-op, representing 26 Connecticut school districts, is soliciting proposals for commercial kitchen equipment and refrigeration repair services for K-12 kitchens. The contract covers the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with options for two one-year renewals. Vendors must provide comprehensive maintenance with fixed pricing and meet specific insurance and representation requirements.
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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Lower scores indicate easier procurement processes. Created by Starbridge.
Sole Source: If sale is less than $15,000, use sole source.
Coops: Lead with a pre-competed contract (CT DAS statewide, OMNIA, BuyBoard; Lighthouse for food). Ask Town of Groton Purchasing to confirm piggyback use.
Entity: Groton Public Schools, CT.
Practice: Sole source is limited and not transparent; not a common path.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Groton Public Schools
The meeting included an overview of a proposed solar panel project at Fitch High School and a presentation on the environmental and financial benefits of the installation. Discussions were held regarding a new competitive grant program from the Department of Defense, the board's involvement in the grant application process, and a consensus on the continuation of existing board goals.
The Board of Education discussed and considered approval of the Wit and Wisdom English Language Arts curriculum resource for grades six through eight. The discussion focused on the necessity of this new resource to support improved student outcomes, align with state-supported instructional materials, and establish instructional coherence across the K-8 grade levels. The curriculum selection process was also reviewed, including a comparison of various resources and pilot feedback regarding previous programs.
The committee reviewed the year-to-date financial report, focusing on transportation credits, utility cost increases, and grant status. Additionally, the committee discussed budget transfers, an audit update, and the impact of new purchasing guidelines. Facility updates included water testing results for lead and copper, painting and playground bids at Mary Morrisson, the status of the robotics layout, field space requirements, and progress on infrastructure projects at Fitch High School.
The board held a retreat focusing on several key education-related topics. Discussions included the impacts of social media on children, the integration of generative artificial intelligence in academic settings, and a review of the board's mission statement in relation to the district's strategic plan. Additionally, the board received an update on national education trends, including career readiness, school choice debates, teacher workforce challenges, and special education compliance costs.
The committee reviewed year-to-date financials, including non-lapsing funds and special education transportation accounts. Discussions covered the lawn maintenance contract extension, updates on the solar panel project, status reports on Mary Morrisson school repairs and HVAC testing, and the maintenance tracker. Additionally, the committee addressed potential future items regarding meal balances and proposed state legislation for free school breakfast and lunch.
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