Provide leased wide area network circuits - 7 connections any delivery/technology type. Leased dark fiber bidders should bid two pair of fiber strands. Lit leased fiber bidders should bid 10 GB. Please provide pricing for both 5 year and 10 year contract terms.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Haysville
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
5,465
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2007050
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
9
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,025.19
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
74 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Not a viable path here; steer the purchase to a cooperative (district has a $20,000 bid threshold; professional services are exempt and can be purchased directly).
Coops:District frequently procures through Sourcewell and TIPS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding. Goods/non-services ≥ $20,000: use a Sourcewell cooperative contract to avoid a formal RFP; if no suitable coop: register on the District’s Vendor Registry and compete in the formal bid.
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Haysville Unified School District 261, KS shows no history of using sole source and adheres closely to competitive processes. Treat sole source as non-viable; route purchases through a cooperative (preferably Sourcewell) to navigate the low $20,000 bid threshold. Note: professional services are exempt from bidding and can be purchased directly.
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You can be onboarded to the recommended cooperative paths by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
Haysville USD 261 uses cooperative purchasing and is a confirmed Sourcewell member; district policy authorizes multi-state purchasing pools.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Haysville Unified School District 261
Board Of Education Of Haysville School District # 261 Board Of Education Meeting
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting included announcements regarding American Education Week, KASB Convention voting topics, and various district awards and construction updates. A report was provided by the Student Council covering recent and upcoming school events. The board approved the consent agenda, which included several donations for school departments and programs, as well as the treasurer's report and bills. Additionally, the board received presentations on capital improvements and the Stuff the Bus program, and conducted an executive session to discuss negotiations.
Board of Education Board Meeting
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included the presentation of colors by the JOTC team, student recognitions, and a report from Campus High School regarding upcoming events such as a field night, spirit week, and a leadership academy. Board members discussed and approved an agenda, consented to various items, and received a financial report. Additionally, the district highlighted a new program for girls flag football supported by the Kansas City Chiefs and updated the board on the transition to a new diploma completion program partner, Orion.
Board of Education of Haysville School District # 261 Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Haysville Unified School District 261.
The board meeting covered several operational and administrative topics. Key agenda items included student council reports, a capital improvement update, and a report on summer school programs. The board approved new KASB policies, the Local Option Budget (LOB) at 33%, and the 2026-2027 budget. Additionally, the board discussed and approved an easement agreement with the City of Haysville, reviewed compensation packages for various staff categories, and accepted multiple gifts and grants for school programs.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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