Portland Public Schools

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Buyer type:: School District
Location:: Portland, OR
Country:: US

Portland Public Schools RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

HVAC Maintenance and Repair Daily Support (Request for Proposal)
Open
Aug 7, 2026
Closes
Sep 10, 2026
Provide troubleshooting and repair of HVAC and boiler mechanical issues for all district sites.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

City
The city where this buyer is located.
Portland
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
43,357
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
4110040
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
86
Mascot
School mascot.
Raiders
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
11,558.68
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
67 / 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
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.
TraditionalStartup-Friendly
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Latest Budget Year
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Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
67 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $150,000, use sole source only if truly proprietary or a required pilot; otherwise redirect to coops.
- Coops: Frequently procures through ORCPP/OregonBuys, OMNIA, NASPO ValuePoint, and OETC; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Entity: Portland Public Schools (PPS), Oregon.
- Usage: Occasional, primarily for proprietary IT or necessary pilots.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- PPS has used cooperative purchasing before to streamline sourcing and avoid low-bid hurdles. You can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
- Recommended (accessible through Starbridge):
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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Portland Public Schools Contracts

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Sylvan Learning Center at Portland Public Schools
Effective: Jun 14, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This is a Personal Services Contract between Portland Public Schools and Sylvan Learning Center for the provision of 37.5 hours of student recovery services (tutoring) at a rate of $70 per hour plus a $160 assessment fee, totaling a maximum payment of $2785.00. The contract is effective from June 14, 2023, to August 31, 2023, and includes standard terms, independent contractor certification, mandatory training requirements (including COVID-19 vaccine attestation), and federal compliance terms.
Ignite Reading PBC at Portland Public Schools
Effective: Nov 7, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Personal Services Contract establishes an agreement between Portland Public Schools and Ignite Reading PBC for the provision of online 1:1 tutoring sessions. Ignite Reading will deliver 450 tutoring slots from November 7, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The total maximum payment for these services is set at $765,000. The contract includes details on services, payment terms, data sharing, contractor certification, and mandatory training.
Sylvan Learning at Portland Public Schools
Effective: Oct 24, 2024Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Personal Services Contract is between School District No. 1J (Portland Public Schools) and Sylvan Learning. It outlines the provision of 144 hours of compensatory services, effectively starting on October 24, 2024, and concluding on June 30, 2025. The maximum total payment under this contract is $10,080.00, at a rate of $70 per hour. The document includes detailed terms and conditions, independent contractor certification, and mandatory training requirements related to student interaction.
Catapult Learning West LLC at Portland Public Schools
Effective: Sep 1, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Personal Services Contract is between School District No. 1J (Portland Public Schools) and CATAPULT LEARNING WEST, LLC, for the provision of Title I tutoring services to eligible students. The contract is effective from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024, with a maximum total payment of $267,098.00. It details the scope of work, payment terms, and various legal and compliance stipulations, including requirements for independent contractor status, confidentiality, insurance, and federal terms.
Curriculum Associates, LLC at Portland Public Schools
Effective: Oct 23, 2024Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This contract outlines an agreement between Portland Public Schools and Curriculum Associates, LLC for digital learning resources, including i-Ready Assessment and Teacher Toolbox Access Math Per Student licenses, along with professional development services. The contract is effective from October 23, 2024, until September 30, 2025, with a maximum total payment not exceeding $93,080.00.

Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Portland Public Schools

Board of Education Regular Meeting
Date: Aug 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting covered several agenda items, including voting on labor agreements for SEIU and PAT substitutes, receiving a presentation on the Southeast Enrollment and program balancing equity audit recommendations, and reviewing various policy revisions. The board also voted on establishing standing committees for the 2026-2027 school year. Public comments were heard regarding bike safety, advocacy for the Native community, and concerns about the impact of technology and screen usage in schools. The meeting also included a superintendent report regarding school staffing.
Portland Public Schools District Plan 2025-2027
Date: Jun 1, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
The Portland Public Schools ML/EL District Plan is a comprehensive, evidence-based roadmap designed to guide districts in effectively serving multilingual English learners. The plan focuses on seven key areas: identification, instructional programming and staffing, assessment and progress monitoring, monitoring exited students, equitable program access, family engagement and communication, and program evaluation. It aims to transform the education system to ensure all multilingual learners experience culturally and linguistically responsive learning environments, rigorous instruction, and pathways to achieve their postsecondary visions of success, supporting graduation with biliteracy and college/career readiness. The plan outlines specific SMART goals for improving English proficiency, enhancing ELA and Math achievement, and increasing graduation rates across all grade levels.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Portland Public Schools.

Debbie ChanAccountant/Analyst - Payroll

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Lisa Klein-WolfActivities Director

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Portland Public Schools

Portland Public Schools RFPs

HVAC Maintenance and Repair Daily Support (Request for Proposal)

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Portland Public Schools Contracts

Sylvan Learning Center at Portland Public Schools

Ignite Reading PBC at Portland Public Schools

Sylvan Learning at Portland Public Schools

Catapult Learning West LLC at Portland Public Schools

Curriculum Associates, LLC at Portland Public Schools

Early Buyer Signals

Board of Education Regular Meeting

Portland Public Schools District Plan 2025-2027

Key Contacts

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Portland Public Schools RFPs

HVAC Maintenance and Repair Daily Support (Request for Proposal)

Buyer Attributes

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How to Sell to Portland Public Schools

Portland Public Schools Contracts

Sylvan Learning Center at Portland Public Schools

Ignite Reading PBC at Portland Public Schools

Sylvan Learning at Portland Public Schools

Catapult Learning West LLC at Portland Public Schools

Curriculum Associates, LLC at Portland Public Schools

Early Buyer Signals

Board of Education Regular Meeting

Portland Public Schools District Plan 2025-2027

Key Contacts

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Portland Public Schools Board of Education Public Hearing Meeting Minutes

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Portland Public Schools

Portland Public Schools RFPs

Buyer Attributes

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How to Sell to Portland Public Schools

Portland Public Schools Contracts

Sylvan Learning Center at Portland Public Schools

Ignite Reading PBC at Portland Public Schools

Sylvan Learning at Portland Public Schools

Catapult Learning West LLC at Portland Public Schools

Curriculum Associates, LLC at Portland Public Schools

Early Buyer Signals

Board of Education Regular Meeting

Portland Public Schools District Plan 2025-2027

Key Contacts

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Portland Public Schools RFPs

Buyer Attributes

Find best-fit RFPs — Then Nail the Response

How to Sell to Portland Public Schools

Portland Public Schools Contracts

Sylvan Learning Center at Portland Public Schools

Ignite Reading PBC at Portland Public Schools

Sylvan Learning at Portland Public Schools

Catapult Learning West LLC at Portland Public Schools

Curriculum Associates, LLC at Portland Public Schools

Early Buyer Signals

Board of Education Regular Meeting

Portland Public Schools District Plan 2025-2027

Key Contacts

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Portland Public Schools Board of Education Public Hearing Meeting Minutes

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