Orange Unified School District is accepting bids for a re-bid of shade-structure and related concrete site improvements at McPherson Magnet School; this is a construction procurement, not a grant program. The work includes one PC-approved 36-by-47-foot metal shade structure and two 14-by-14-foot fabric shade structures. Bids may be submitted electronically or on paper by November 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific, and attendance at a mandatory pre-bid conference on November 3, 2026, is required.
Orange Unified School District is accepting bids for a re-bid of shade-structure and related concrete site improvements at McPherson Magnet School; this is a construction procurement, not a grant program. The work includes one PC-approved 36-by-47-foot metal shade structure and two 14-by-14-foot fabric shade structures. Bids may be submitted electronically or on paper by November 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific, and attendance at a mandatory pre-bid conference on November 3, 2026, is required.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Orange
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
23,823
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
0628650
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
41
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
2,475.39
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
37 / 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:If sale is less than $15,000, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners or 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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Orange Unified School District (CA) shows a strong preference for competitive procurement with no clear sole source history. Board Policy BP 3311 prohibits bid-splitting; sole source justifications face a high bar. Practically, the district’s low $15,000 competitive bidding threshold and insurance requirements add friction—cooperative purchasing with pre-competed pricing is the faster path.
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The district has used cooperative purchasing before across curriculum, IT, transportation, and facilities. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to gain access to the recommended path.
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Orange Unified School District Contracts
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McGraw Hill Education Inc. at Orange Unified School District
Effective: Nov 3, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Purchase Order (W80P1455) from Orange Unified School District to McGraw Hill Education Inc for a one-year license of Wonders ELD Grades K-6. The total contract amount is $57,417.66, as confirmed by both the Purchase Order and the referenced Quote (TGUYTON-10062025091443-001). The license is expected to commence around the delivery due date of November 3, 2025, and last for one year.
Vista Higher Learning, Inc. at Orange Unified School District
Effective: Oct 8, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details Purchase Order W80P1174 from Orange Unified School District to Vista Higher Learning Inc. for educational materials, specifically Galeria 1 and Galeria 2, along with shipping, totaling $4,871.34. The purchase order references Quote No. 2510209799. The effective start and end dates for the transaction are set to the delivery due date of October 8, 2025. The contract includes terms of purchase, use, and return policies, and notes that subscription terms for digital products are aligned to an academic year following the PO receipt.
McGraw Hill LLC at Orange Unified School District
Effective: Oct 15, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a Purchase Order (W8002811) from Orange Unified School District to McGraw Hill for 'Reading Wonders English Learners Worktexts, Grades 3-6'. The PO, dated October 15, 2025, is supported by a McGraw Hill quote (TGUYTON-10132025034907-001) from October 13, 2025, which details the specific worktext items, quantities, and unit prices. The total cost for the worktexts, including estimated tax and free shipping, amounts to $572.22, as consistently stated in both the PO and the quote. The quote is valid until February 10, 2026.
Savvas Learning Company LLC at Orange Unified School District
Effective: Jul 18, 2016Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines Purchase Order W80P0649 issued by Orange Unified School District to Savvas Learning Company LLC on July 18, 2016. The order, totaling $108,767.56, covers educational materials ('MY PERSPECTIVES AND INTEGRATED MATHEMATICS') and associated shipping, based on Quote No. 7029156622. The detailed breakdown of items and costs is provided across the Purchase Order and accompanying Proforma Invoices. The quote is valid until September 30, 2025.
GATEWAY EDUCATION HOLDINGS LLC SAVVAS LEARNING COMPANY LLC at Orange Unified School District
Effective: Sep 8, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Purchase Order from Orange Unified School District to Savvas Learning Company for 1-year licenses for CTE Career Exploration, CTE Career Exploration in Healthcare, and CTE Health Science Foundations. The total contract amount is $7,000.00, with the licenses expected to be effective from September 8, 2025, for one year.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Orange Unified School District
Work Study Session
Date: Oct 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included the adoption of the agenda and a closed session designated for a public employee performance evaluation. Following the closed session, the board reconvened to open session to report on any decisions made during the closed portion of the meeting.
Woodbridge Board of Education Public Meeting
Date: May 1, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The board held a public meeting to present an overview of the upcoming school budget, covering revenues, expenditures, and tax impacts. Key topics discussed included the loss of state aid, a deficit compared to the previous year, and major expenditure increases in salaries, benefits, and private school tuition. The presentation highlighted various initiatives such as an expanded tiered system of supports, universal literacy screening, and enhancements to district arts and science curricula. Additionally, the board reviewed facility projects, including infrastructure upgrades and roof replacements, and discussed the potential for future cost savings through community solar energy programs.
Chino School Board School Board Meeting
Date: Jul 22, 2023
Key Contacts
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The meeting involved a contentious discussion regarding a proposed policy on parental notification concerning students' gender identity. State Superintendent Tony Thurmond provided testimony against the policy, citing concerns about student safety and privacy for LGBTQ+ students. Following his remarks, the board president and other board members engaged in a heated exchange with the Superintendent, eventually directing him to stop speaking and take a seat, characterizing his presence as an attempt to bully or blackmail the district.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Orange Unified School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
