USD 497 (Lawrence Public Schools) is seeking qualified architectural firms to provide professional architectural services for current and future school facility projects. The work includes schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration for K–12 renovations and new construction, along with cost estimating, value engineering, and coordination with engineering consultants, district staff, and local authorities. The district seeks compliance with state educational-facility standards and sustainable design practices.
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Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Lawrence
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
10,443
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2008400
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
18
Mascot
School mascot.
Chesty the Lion
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,391.72
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
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53 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If sale is less than $20,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Texas DIR, OMNIA Partners, and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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The district has used cooperative purchasing before (e.g., DIR for IT resources and OMNIA for other goods).
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Lawrence Unified School District 497 Contracts
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Imagine Learning at Lawrence Unified School District 497
Effective: Aug 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a quote from Imagine Learning to Lawrence Unified School District 497 for educational software licenses (Edgenuity 6-12 and Odysseyware K-12) for the period of August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025, with a total cost of $74,999.70.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Lawrence Unified School District 497
Lawrence Public Schools Board of Education Board of Education Meeting
Date: Sep 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board received the superintendent's report, which included recognition of educator awards, reflections on classroom resource investments, and updates on Indigenous Peoples Day observances. The meeting covered detailed transportation service improvements and driver recruitment progress. Discussions focused on family engagement strategies, particularly concerning attendance and home-school communication tools. Board committees provided reports on facilities, district equity, and legislative monitoring, including updates on state-level discussions regarding instructional technology policies and elementary school recess requirements.
Board of Education of Lawrence Public Schools Board Business Meeting Agenda
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting agenda featured a school spotlight on the Pinckney Coffee Shop Project and reports from the superintendent, board president, and committees. Key business items included the review and adoption of the consent agenda, which encompasses personnel reports, interim financial reports, monthly vouchers, and donations. Additional business involved discussions on legislative updates and public comment procedures, concluding with board announcements.
Board Of Education Board Business Meeting Minutes
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The board conducted a budget hearing, approving the resolution authorizing the district to exceed revenue neutral tax rates for the 2026-2027 budget year. Key business included the adoption of the 2026-2027 budget and the Local Option Budget resolution. Consent agenda items included the renewal of a Webex meeting subscription, a transportation capital project for facility colocation, approval of monthly vouchers, financial reports, donation reports, and personnel updates. The board also received a legislative update, committee reports, and a presentation on graduation rates and post-secondary success. Additionally, the board adopted changes to Policy IDAD regarding Title I programs.
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