Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Rockford Public Schools.
Active opportunities open for bidding
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Oct 13, 2026
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Oct 2, 2026
Oct 21, 2026
Rockford Public Schools seeks a new voice-capable, addressable fire alarm system at Parkside Early Childhood Center, including associated devices, wiring, raceways, programming, testing, and close-out documentation. Bidders must have at least five years of relevant experience, proper licensing, and sufficient financial capacity; a 5% bid bond is required, along with performance, labor, and material bonds for contracts over $50,000. The public bid is due October 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time, and a pre-bid site walk-through is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Posted
Oct 2, 2026
Oct 21, 2026
Rockford Public Schools seeks a new voice-capable, addressable fire alarm system at Parkside Early Childhood Center, including associated devices, wiring, raceways, programming, testing, and close-out documentation. Bidders must have at least five years of relevant experience, proper licensing, and sufficient financial capacity; a 5% bid bond is required, along with performance, labor, and material bonds for contracts over $50,000. The public bid is due October 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time, and a pre-bid site walk-through is scheduled for October 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Rockford
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
7,509
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2630030
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
15
Mascot
School mascot.
Rams
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,335.27
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
35 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Rockford Public Schools
The board conducted a workshop on Good Governance led by representatives from the MASB.
The board approved an amendment to the agenda to include fundraising for a charitable cause. Key business included the approval of certified staff hires, an administrator resignation, and the appointment of delegates for a state conference. The board reviewed reports covering student activities, the implementation of educational models in elementary and secondary buildings, and the recognition of Model PLC status for several schools. Additionally, a report on the Non-Homestead Millage proposal was presented, outlining its role in supporting the general operating budget. The transportation department provided updates regarding staffing shortages, bus capacity management, and route adjustments.
The Board deliberated on a trustee complaint during a closed session. Subsequently, the Board approved a resolution addressing the complaint, which formally censured Trustee Dr. Barbara Helms and disavowed the specific comments and conduct of an individual board member, clarifying that such actions do not reflect the official position of the Board.
Public-sector contacts connected to Rockford Public Schools.
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
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