Construction and installation of field lighting at Northeast and Southeast High Schools, which will include power to a new panel on each site, either from an existing or new utility transformer, and work required to deliver power to distribution equipment required to feed the new lighting poles.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Lincoln
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
42,301
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3172840
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
78
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
6,162.28
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
86 / 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
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Sole Source:Not viable at LPS—redirect to the formal bid route.
Coops:Sourcewell is accessible through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding; other cooperative options to consider include ESUCC, DAS Statewide Contracts, and AEPA.
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Lincoln Public Schools, NE:There is no public record of sole source contracts; this path is not viable. Redirect to the district’s formal competitive bidding process. First action: register on the LPS Supplier Portal and submit a W-9 to be added to the official bidder list and receive invitations. No sole source dollar thresholds are published. Practical notes: the district centers on direct bids and often requires bonding (commonly a 5% bid bond and 100% performance bond). Proactively monitor Board of Education agendas/minutes to anticipate needs.
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Lincoln Public Schools Contracts
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt at Lincoln Public Schools
Effective: May 3, 2011Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract outlines an agreement between Lincoln Public Schools (Lancaster County District 001) and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for the supply of K-2 Math Expressions textbooks, ancillary materials, complimentary resources, and software. The agreement, effective May 3, 2011, and set to conclude on August 31, 2015, includes options for annual extensions thereafter. It details pricing, shipping terms, warranties for materials, and provisions for professional development. The total cost of the proposal for the initial period is $529,578.00.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt at Lincoln Public Schools
Effective: Apr 15, 2015Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details an agreement between Lincoln Public Schools and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt for the Go Math! digital curriculum and associated services. The core is Contract #7816, effective April 15, 2015, which initially covered Grade 6 materials and is set to run until July 31, 2021, including a renewal term. A modification from October 2015 extended the curriculum to include Grades 7 and 8 at original pricing. The contract includes specific cost proposals: one for Grade 6 materials totaling $220,365.00, and another for eLearning professional development totaling $329.45. Additionally, the document outlines a professional development plan that includes $14,000 worth of complimentary sessions and a recommended $28,000 for optional paid professional development.
McGraw-Hill School Education Group at Lincoln Public Schools
Effective: Mar 5, 2013Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract, effective March 2013, establishes an agreement between Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) and McGraw-Hill School Education Group for the provision of K-6 reading and language arts curriculum materials, including print and digital content, professional development, and related services, for all elementary and middle schools. The initial term is four years, with an option to renew until April 1, 2020. The agreement covers product pricing, delivery terms, digital access, and comprehensive professional development. The total contract value for this negotiated agreement is $3,171,699.36.
Lancaster County School District 001 (a/k/a Lincoln Public Schools) at Lincoln Public Schools
Effective: Apr 1, 2007Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines an Agreement for Loan of Administrator between Lancaster County School District 001 (LPS) and Houghton Mifflin Company (HM). LPS loans Dr. Matt Larson, an administrator, to HM for developing elementary mathematics materials and professional presentations. HM agrees to reimburse LPS for actual daily costs incurred for services provided by the Administrator in excess of 12 days per calendar year. This document contains five such agreements, each with specific terms and reimbursement rates for different periods.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company at Lincoln Public Schools
Effective: Apr 28, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Consultant/Service Provider Agreement between Lincoln Public Schools and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company for professional development services. The agreement, effective from April 28, 2021, to June 30, 2021, covers Saxon Math and Into Social Studies live online training sessions for a total of $2,800.00. The contract is supported by a detailed proposal and an invoice for the agreed services. Internal communications also confirm approvals and scheduling for these and additional staff stipends.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Lincoln Public Schools
Lincoln Board of Education Board Meeting
Date: Oct 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Lincoln Board of Education recognized Helen Cooper, an English teacher and theater director at Lincoln East High School, for receiving the Nebraska Theater Teacher of the Year Award from the Nebraska Thespians Organization. The discussion emphasized the importance of funding arts education in schools as a means to develop essential workforce skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, accountability, and empathy among students. The board officially congratulated Ms. Cooper on her achievement.
Lincoln Board Of Education Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Education meeting covered several key items, including the approval of a contract for classroom management analytics and filtering software (LightSpeed Systems) to consolidate services and achieve fiscal efficiency. The Board also approved the annexation of property near 88th and Pioneers, and addressed resolutions regarding open enrollment and legislative guidelines for the upcoming year. Additionally, the superintendent provided an update celebrating staff excellence, highlighting recent leadership awards received by district personnel.
Safe and Successful Kids Interlocal Board Board Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Lincoln Public Schools.
The board conducted the election of officers, including a new chairperson and vice-chairperson. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to an annual report on mental health and threat assessment services. The discussion focused on the operational functions of the multi-disciplinary threat assessment team in identifying and managing risks of targeted violence. Additionally, the board reviewed the structure of mental health support, emphasizing a tiered system of interventions, the integration of funding sources, and the critical role of school social workers in coordinating care for students. The process for reporting safety concerns and facilitating inter-agency communication to improve student outcomes was also highlighted.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Lincoln Public Schools meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.