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Total number of schools in the district.
School mascot.
Total number of staff members.
Highest grade level offered.
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Active opportunities open for bidding
Rapides Parish School District
The Rapides Parish School Board is soliciting bids for the purchase and complete installation of laundry equipment for the new fieldhouse at Alexandria Senior High. Bidders must submit bids to the Rapides Parish School Board Purchasing Department and may obtain full specifications and bid forms from the Purchasing Department or via CentralBidding. Bids are due June 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM and the contract will be awarded by the School Board at a later meeting.
Posted Date
May 14, 2026
Due Date
Jun 11, 2026
Release: May 14, 2026
Rapides Parish School District
Close: Jun 11, 2026
The Rapides Parish School Board is soliciting bids for the purchase and complete installation of laundry equipment for the new fieldhouse at Alexandria Senior High. Bidders must submit bids to the Rapides Parish School Board Purchasing Department and may obtain full specifications and bid forms from the Purchasing Department or via CentralBidding. Bids are due June 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM and the contract will be awarded by the School Board at a later meeting.
AvailableRapides Parish School District
The Rapides Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for contract #2025-15 to perform improvements at Lessie Moore Elementary, including all labor, materials, and equipment. Bidders must submit separate sealed bids with required bonds, and contract documents are available from the architect, Yeager, Watson & Associates, or electronically via Central Auction House. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 3, 2026, and bids will be received until 2:00 PM CT on June 11, 2026.
Posted Date
May 7, 2026
Due Date
Jun 11, 2026
Release: May 7, 2026
Rapides Parish School District
Close: Jun 11, 2026
The Rapides Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for contract #2025-15 to perform improvements at Lessie Moore Elementary, including all labor, materials, and equipment. Bidders must submit separate sealed bids with required bonds, and contract documents are available from the architect, Yeager, Watson & Associates, or electronically via Central Auction House. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for June 3, 2026, and bids will be received until 2:00 PM CT on June 11, 2026.
AvailableRapides Parish School District
The Rapides Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of meat, frozen foods, and processed foods for its school food service operations. Bid documents are available via Central Bidding or by request from the Purchasing Department, and all submissions must be physically received or submitted electronically by the deadline. The procurement covers three specific bid numbers: FS 15-26-27, FS 20-26-27, and FS 25-26-27.
Posted Date
May 4, 2026
Due Date
May 28, 2026
Release: May 4, 2026
Rapides Parish School District
Close: May 28, 2026
The Rapides Parish School Board is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of meat, frozen foods, and processed foods for its school food service operations. Bid documents are available via Central Bidding or by request from the Purchasing Department, and all submissions must be physically received or submitted electronically by the deadline. The procurement covers three specific bid numbers: FS 15-26-27, FS 20-26-27, and FS 25-26-27.
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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
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Sole Source: Avoid—rarely approved; only pursue with Superintendent’s written justification.
Coops: Lead with a cooperative (Region 10 ESC or Equalis). For IT, route through SHI or Carahsoft under a co-op.
Rapides Parish School District, LA allows sole source under Policy DJE with a written justification from the Superintendent. Public records show no approved sole source contracts (2022–2025), indicating this path is exceptionally rare/unused and likely to cause delays.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Rapides Parish School District
The board discussed and approved several construction change orders, including work for Horseshoe Drive Elementary School and Alexandra Senior High. Other actions included authorizing marketing funds for the District 52 Bond, approving travel expenses for the Louisiana School Boards Association Annual Convention, and revising the student policy for personal electronic devices. The board also reviewed interagency agreements for student support services, approved the reclassification of a staff position, adjusted budgets for various elementary school renovation projects, and authorized the solicitation of bids for digital copiers and sanitary supplies. Additionally, the board ratified various contracts for internet and wide area network services and addressed equipment repairs for several schools.
The committee held a meeting to receive an update on the progress of the District 62 Bond. A report was presented by Mr. Jeff Powell regarding the bond's status, and no formal action was required.
The committee received a report from the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) - Ripple Effect and Safe Schools to discuss its impact on student discipline and academic progress.
This document outlines the Rapides Parish School District's comprehensive Pupil Progression Plan for 2025-2026. Its primary purpose is to establish policies and procedures for student placement, promotion, and retention across all grade levels, ensuring compliance with state laws. Key focus areas include academic proficiency requirements, support services for struggling students, literacy and numeracy standards, and specific guidelines for students with disabilities, English learners, and transfer students. The plan also details high school academic considerations, including course requirements, graduation pathways, alternative education placements, and due process procedures, to foster student success and appropriate progression through the educational system.
The committee meeting focused on receiving a report regarding the planning of the summer program.
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