Rio Rancho Public Schools has posted a sole-source procurement for a wide range of professional, educational, clinical, comprehensive, and standardized assessment tools, with Pearson Assessments identified as the intended contractor. The services are valued at $80,000 and cover a 36-month period from September 30, 2026, through September 29, 2029. This is a procurement for services rather than a grant program, and potential vendors may submit alternatives by September 27, 2026.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Rio Rancho
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
16,519
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3500010
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
21
Mascot
School mascot.
Ram
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,307.63
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 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:Avoid sole source; steer to competitive solicitation.
Coops:Frequently procures through BuyBoard and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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No public record of RRPS using or publishing sole source thresholds. Do not pursue sole source as an entry path; prioritize competitive solicitations via the Vendor Registry portal. If a buyer insists on sole source, request written guidance from Purchasing; expect formal justification and appropriate approvals under the NM Procurement Code before proceeding.
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RRPS uses cooperative purchasing. Position coops as a compliant shortcut when competitive timing is a concern.
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Rio Rancho Public Schools Contracts
Track vendor wins and renewal opportunities
THE FLIPPEN GROUP LLC dba CAPTURING KIDS HEARTS at Rio Rancho Public Schools
Effective: Jul 8, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract consists of a Purchase Order and Service Agreement between Rio Rancho Public Schools and The Flippen Group, LLC, dba Capturing Kids' Hearts. It formalizes a one-day 'Capturing Kids' Hearts® Winning Culture' professional development for up to 250 participants, scheduled for August 31, 2024, for a total of $7,183.13. The agreement also covers subscription services commencing on July 8, 2024, and extending through May 31, 2025, with automatic annual renewal clauses.
FOCUS 5, INC. at Rio Rancho Public Schools
Effective: Feb 9, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a contract for professional development in Arts Integration between Rio Rancho Public Schools and Focus 5, Inc. The services, totaling $13,520.00, will be delivered via two in-person visits on February 9-10, 2026, and April 23-24, 2026, for staff at SVE and EHE, complemented by 200 online course registrations. The agreement includes terms for payment, service delivery, intellectual property, and cancellation.
MARZANO RESOURCES LLC at Rio Rancho Public Schools
Effective: Mar 4, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Purchase Agreement, effective March 4, 2025, is between Marzano Resources, LLC and Rio Rancho Public School. Marzano Resources will provide two days of professional development services on June 11 and June 12, 2025, on topics including 'Leading Standards-Based Learning' and 'The New Art & Science of Teaching'. The total cost for these services and related New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax is $15,318.25. The agreement outlines payment terms, requiring a purchase order upon execution, and includes general terms covering intellectual property, force majeure, and termination.
Diane Sweeney Consulting at Rio Rancho Public Schools
Effective: Sep 12, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This contract services agreement outlines consulting services provided by Diane Sweeney Consulting to Rio Rancho Public Schools. The services focus on student-centered coaching and professional development, delivered across three sessions scheduled from September 2024 to April 2025. The total all-inclusive fee for these services is $31,500. The agreement also includes details on travel expenses and cancellation policies.
The Center for Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning at Rio Rancho Public Schools
Effective: Aug 12, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Memorandum of Understanding formalizes an agreement between The Center for Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning and Independence High School. The Center commits to providing three distinct training services: a Jumpstart Workshop, a CLR Binder Study, and the VABB Academy: Cultural Behavior Tutorials. The total cost for all specified services amounts to $8,500. The document also includes terms regarding payment schedules and conditions for recording presentations.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Rio Rancho Public Schools
Rio Rancho Public Schools Board Of Education Special Meeting
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board commended staff for the successful launch of the school year. Significant business items included the approval of Award Resolution No. 26-004 concerning a $3,000,000 taxable general obligation education technology lease purchase agreement and note, as well as the Preliminary Official Statement for Series 2026 General Obligation Bonds. The Board also approved the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2028-2032, a Joint Power Agreement with the School of the Deaf, and the award of RFP No. 2027-002-SEC for on-demand security services. Finally, the Board adopted several NMSBA legislative resolutions regarding career-technical education, funding requirements, and cybersecurity.
Rio Rancho Public Schools Audit Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes
Date: Aug 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee proceedings focused on administrative governance, including the establishment of a quorum and the structuring of the meeting agenda. A core component of the business involved deliberating on the necessity of entering executive sessions to address confidential matters in compliance with state open meeting laws and audit statutes. Discussions also encompassed the formal report out from closed sessions and standard procedures for conducting and adjourning committee business.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Rio Rancho Public Schools.
Rio Rancho Public Schools Finance Committee Meeting Agenda And Minutes
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee discussed the monthly financial report and received an update regarding the 2026-2027 budget. Key presentation topics included an analysis of revenue and expenditures, specifically detailing how student enrollment and staffing requirements influence budgetary planning and the district's strategic goals.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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