Hamilton County Department of Education is accepting sealed bids for serving line counters at Calvin Donaldson Elementary School under solicitation 27-14. The mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Calvin Donaldson Elementary School, and vendors who do not attend will be deemed non-responsive. Bids must be submitted to the Purchasing Department by October 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST; faxed and electronic bids are not accepted.
Hamilton County Department of Education is accepting sealed bids for serving line counters at Calvin Donaldson Elementary School under solicitation 27-14. The mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Calvin Donaldson Elementary School, and vendors who do not attend will be deemed non-responsive. Bids must be submitted to the Purchasing Department by October 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST; faxed and electronic bids are not accepted.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Chattanooga
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
45,981
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
4701590
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
81
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
6,512
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
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42 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If the solution is truly unique/proprietary, pursue sole source with CFO determination; over $50,000 requires Board presentation.
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Hamilton County School District Contracts
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CURRICULUM ASSOCIATES INC at Hamilton County School District
Effective: Feb 4, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (PO 0235) from Hamilton County Dept. of Education to Curriculum Associates Inc., dated February 4, 2025, is for a 6-month I-READY Reading Assessment and Instruction Site License. The total cost for this license is $7,165.00. The PO outlines vendor details, shipping information, and standard purchase conditions.
Imagine Learning LLC at Hamilton County School District
Effective: May 5, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (00254366) from Hamilton County Dept. of Education to IMAGINE LEARNING LLC, dated 05/05/2025, is for the purchase of one 'Imagine Sonday System - Let's Play Learn Classroom Set' for a total of $1,754.50, which includes freight. The order is for instructional supplies for E. Lake Elem and references TIPS CONTRACT 230105 and Quote Q-143878.
Open Up Resources at Hamilton County School District
Effective: May 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (PO #00233611) from Hamilton County Dept. of Education to OPEN UP RESOURCES, dated May 1, 2023, is for the procurement of various 'OUR EL' educational trade books. The total amount for this order is $8,829.00. The PO outlines specific items, quantities, and prices, along with standard purchase conditions.
Imagine Learning LLC at Hamilton County School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order (PO 00230134) issued by Hamilton County Dept. of Education to IMAGINE LEARNING LLC for Edgenuity Services, specifically digital libraries for Grades 6-12. The PO is dated July 14, 2022, and covers 'Year 4 of 4' of the services, with an inferred effective period from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. The total amount for this purchase order is $356,000.00.
HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT PUBLISH at Hamilton County School District
Effective: Aug 9, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Order (PO 00240578) from Hamilton County Dept. of Education to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company procures literacy and math intervention services for all Hamilton County Schools. The services are scheduled from August 9, 2023, to June 30, 2024, with a total value of $146,175.00.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Hamilton County School District
Hamilton County School Board of Education Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting commenced with a roll call and the addition of an item regarding the approval of a jumbotron at Hixon High School. The agenda included a presentation by the Red Bank Middle School student government. The majority of the meeting was dedicated to the recognition of three departing board members, including the naming of a data dashboard in honor of one member and the presentation of a House joint resolution to another for ten years of service. The meeting concluded with speeches and tributes regarding the departing members' contributions to the school system.
Hamilton County Board of Education Agenda Session
Date: Aug 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included public comments regarding an exceptional education resource guide for caregivers, concerns about retirement health insurance eligibility criteria changes, and recognition of a board member's service. Additionally, there was a presentation from a benefits broker regarding an update on the benefits plan, strategies to address rising healthcare costs, and a financial review.
Hamilton County Board of Education Agenda Session
Key Contacts
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The meeting included a presentation regarding radon risks in school classrooms, advocating for systematic testing and potential mitigation strategies to protect students and staff. Additionally, the Board received an update on state testing data, including proficiency trends, strategic plan targets, and the timeline for upcoming data releases. A discussion also occurred regarding US history data, specifically examining how enrollment in advanced courses affects standardized testing metrics.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Track Hamilton County School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
