Southfield Public School District

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Buyer type:: School District
Location:: Southfield, MI
Country:: US

Southfield Public School District RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

RFP 2026-21 (BPT2) Large Format AV Upgrades
Open
Jul 20, 2026
Closes
Aug 5, 2026
Southfield Public Schools is soliciting bids for large-format audiovisual upgrades at various district locations. The Invitation for Bid requires attendance at a pre-bid conference and walk-through, specified disclosure and sanctions affidavits, and a bid security instrument of at least five percent of the base bid. The solicitation opened on July 20, 2026, and bids are due August 5, 2026; it is an active procurement as of July 22, 2026 and is not a grant program.
Levey Middle School - Large Format AV Upgrades (RFP)
Open
Jul 4, 2026
Closes
Aug 5, 2026
Large Format AV Upgrades.

Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

City
The city where this buyer is located.
Southfield
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
4,491
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2632310
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
13
Mascot
School mascot.
Warriors
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
870.37
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
48 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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How to Sell to Southfield Public School District

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Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
48 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If sale is less than $30,512, use sole source.
- Coops: Lead with MiDEAL/REMC/AEPA. If your product is on one of these, route the purchase as pre-competed.
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
- Southfield Public School District, MI has a rigid policy and no evidence of sole source awards over the $30,512 competitive bidding threshold. Treat sole source as non-viable for sales at or above this amount; redirect efforts to cooperative purchasing instead.
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
- The district has used cooperative purchasing before. Validate eligibility and finalize with the Business Office Manager, Jesse Sutton, coordinating with department heads for a pre-competed, low-friction buy. Recommended programs to leverage:
- REMC SAVE (REMC Association of Michigan): K-12-focused statewide co-op with broad technology/classroom/operations categories.
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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Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from Southfield Public School District

Southfield Public Schools Regular Board Meeting
Date: May 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting covered updates from the Sustainability Committee regarding electric bus benefits and district recycling efforts, as well as Governance Relations updates. Student Board Representatives provided reports on school achievements, events, and transitions. The Board recognized scholars, teachers, and principals for academic and vocational excellence and received a staffing update regarding a hiring freeze. Action items included the approval of a firewall replacement project, the University K12 Addition and Renovation contract, building envelope commissioning, and environmental consultant services. Several financial items and project reports were reviewed, and specific boiler and electrical service projects were tabled for further consideration.
Southfield Public Schools Board of Education Regular Board Meeting
Date: Apr 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting covered several significant operational and administrative matters. Key discussion topics included reports on sustainability initiatives, such as the electric bus program, and updates from student board representatives regarding academic and extracurricular achievements. The Board reviewed and approved consulting services for standard operating procedures, updated district policies, and personnel actions. Additionally, the Board authorized multiple capital improvement projects, including asbestos abatement, boiler repairs, and furniture procurement for various schools. E-Rate funding for network electronics and structured cabling was also approved. The meeting concluded with financial reports, public participation, and announcements regarding upcoming school events and future meetings.
Southfield Public Schools Board of Education Special Board Meeting And Student Hearings
Date: Mar 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on conducting student disciplinary hearings. The Board deliberated on two specific cases involving student conduct violations. For the first case, the Board moved into a closed session to consider the matter and subsequently voted to approve the permanent expulsion of the student. For the second case, the Board conducted a public hearing, received testimony, and voted to impose a 30-school-day suspension with a behavior contract, allowing the student to return to their school thereafter. There was no public participation during the session.

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Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to Southfield Public School District.

Jesse Dion SuttonBusiness Office Manager

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Marc IngramChief Financial and Operations Officer

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James JacksonChief of Staff

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Joseph Russell CoraceChief Operations Officer

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Southfield Public Schools Board of Education Special Board Meeting And Student Hearings

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Southfield Public Schools Board of Education Special Board Meeting And Student Hearings

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