North Kansas City School District is seeking vendor proposals concerning the sale of used CNG and diesel buses and the purchase and/or lease of diesel-fuel buses. Responses must follow the solicitation specifications and terms and conditions, and the district reserves the right to reject responses, waive technical defects, and select the response it deems most advantageous. The posting also requires a work-based learning opportunities form, with examples including guest speaking, real-world projects, job shadowing, mentorships, or internships.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Kansas City
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
21,252
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2922800
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
32
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
3,135.84
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
72 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:Not viable here—redirect to the BuyBoard cooperative path.
Coops:Frequently procures through BuyBoard 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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North Kansas City School District 74, MO:No evidence of sole source usage or published thresholds. This path is not viable. Redirect efforts to cooperative purchasing and position BuyBoard as the primary, pre-competed alternative to a lengthy, uncertain formal bid.
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The district can be onboarded to the recommended cooperative path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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North Kansas City School District 74 Contracts
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Imagine Learning at North Kansas City School District 74
Effective: Aug 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a quote (Q-51560) from Imagine Learning to North Kansas City School District 74 for educational software licenses including IM Algebra, IM Geometry, and IM Mathematics. The contract starts on August 1, 2024, and ends on August 1, 2025, with a total cost of $135,216.00. Payment terms are Net 30. The quote references Imagine Learning's Standard Terms and Conditions and includes provisions for enrollment audits.
Imagine Learning at North Kansas City School District 74
Effective: Aug 2, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a price quote (Q-106100) from Imagine Learning to North Kansas City School District 74, totaling $135,216.00. The contract covers various 'IM Student Single User' educational software licenses. The effective contract period is from August 2, 2025, to August 2, 2026. The agreement incorporates Imagine Learning's standard terms and conditions.
Great Minds PBC at North Kansas City School District 74
Effective: Jul 21, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This addendum, dated August 27, 2026, modifies the pricing terms of an existing multiyear contract, originally dated July 21, 2026, between the North Kansas City School District and Great Minds PBC. It sets specific per-unit pricing for various Eureka Math Squared educational materials. The School District retains the right, but not the obligation, to purchase additional quantities at these prices until the contract's End Date. All other terms and conditions of the original contract remain in effect.
MARZANO RESOURCES LLC at North Kansas City School District 74
Effective: Jan 28, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Agreement, effective January 28, 2026, is between Marzano Resources, LLC and North Kansas City Schools for professional development services. The agreement covers onsite and virtual professional development, totaling $22,600.00, with services targeted for Spring 2026. Payment terms include a 20% non-refundable deposit and incremental payments. The contract also specifies general terms regarding intellectual property, force majeure, and termination.
Sunday Cummins, Ph.D. at North Kansas City School District 74
Effective: Mar 24, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document contains two separate agreements involving the North Kansas City School District No. 74. The first is an Independent Consulting Agreement with Sunday Cummins, Ph.D., for literacy instruction workshops scheduled for July 28-30, 2026, with a compensation of $10,500.00. The second is a Partnership Agreement with Futures First, signed on March 24, 2026, to provide Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) programming support, including specialist services, training, and play therapy. This partnership involves an annual in-kind contribution of $36,400 from the District. Both agreements feature termination clauses by notice and various terms and conditions.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from North Kansas City School District 74
Board of Education Workshop Minutes
Date: Oct 8, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Education workshop focused on procedural items, including the pledge of allegiance and roll call. The agenda included a recognition of the Champions of Service. The workshop session covered specific topics, specifically the Superintendent's goals and a review of resource allocation.
North Kansas City School District Board of Education Business Meeting
Date: Oct 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board recognized several individuals and programs for their achievements, including a teacher and coach, a middle school for math success, an educator selected for a teaching fellowship, and child care program staff. The Board also conducted routine business, approving the meeting agenda, the consent agenda, and a personnel agenda. Additionally, the Board received a comprehensive financial update concerning the 2026-2027 school budget, with a focus on state funding trends and the student adequacy target.
Board of Education Regular Board of Education Meeting
Date: Oct 22, 2024Type: Meeting mention
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to North Kansas City School District 74.
The board discussed and approved several items, including the Kawa KCP Fee 4, LLC Agreement of Sale, a tuition contract with Excelsior Springs Area Career Center, an Artlist Enterprise subscription agreement, and a student teaching agreement with Liberty University. The board also ratified the Argyle Events contract, approved professional development services with Jenn Brauner, and authorized a supplemental salary schedule addition. Furthermore, the board approved the 2024-25 POAC agreement, a Microsoft Office 365 license renewal, and a K12ITC SIP agreement renewal. New business included the approval of 2024-25 tuition rates and the 2025 Legislative Priorities. Presentations were delivered regarding the district demographer report, a Construction Manager at Risk letter of intent, a holistic wellness update, and a bond construction update.
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