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Oct 22, 2026
Nov 12, 2026
Wichita Public Schools is soliciting bids for FPC Warehouse Equipment. The district's procurement portal provides access to bid and award details. The opportunity opened on October 22, 2026, and closes on November 12, 2026.
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Nov 11, 2026
Wichita Public Schools is seeking bids for concrete site-access and parking improvements at Wichita Heights High School in Wichita. The work is listed as a construction project of the sidewalk/parking-lot type at 5301 N Hillside St., with bids due November 11, 2026, at noon Central time. District planning records describe the project as site-access and parking improvements for Heights High School.
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Oct 23, 2026
Nov 12, 2026
Provide outlet additions to classrooms.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Wichita
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
46,073
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2012990
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
81
Mascot
School mascot.
Redhawks
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
7,727.87
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
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48 / 100
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This Purchase Order (WPS2614803) details an agreement between Wichita Public Schools and Franklin Covey Co. for services across three contract years (2026-2027, 2027-2028, and 2028-2029). The total value of this purchase is $50,183.69, with services commencing from the order date of May 19, 2026, and extending through May 31, 2029. The document also includes comprehensive terms and conditions governing the purchase.
This document details a proposal and subsequent agreement between HMH Education Company and Wichita Public Schools for a 1-year renewal of Read 180 Stage C print and digital subscriptions, including student and teacher licenses, along with optional a la carte items. The total cost of the proposal, including shipping and handling, is $125,356.00. The agreement incorporates detailed terms and conditions covering all aspects of the service and legal obligations.
This document is a Products and Services Quote/Order from AVID Center to Unified School District No. 259, detailing AVID programs for multiple schools. The agreement is effective from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with a total cost of $60,225.00, excluding taxes. It outlines specific services, individual school subtotals, and includes clauses regarding professional learning enrollment, payment terms, and references to existing general terms and conditions.
This Company Agreement outlines the provision of educational services and licenses by Imagine Learning LLC to Unified School District No. 259. The agreement is for a term from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027, with a total consideration not exceeding $257,200.00. The services are detailed in Price Quote #Q-212678, which includes various site licenses and onsite support. The contract also covers data management, confidentiality, security, and compliance with Kansas state laws.
This document is an amendment, dated July 10, 2025, to an existing ClassLink Service Agreement from August 2, 2022, between Unified School District No. 259 and ClassLink, Inc. The amendment incorporates a new ClassLink OneData License service, effective July 1, 2025, with a cost not exceeding $53,221.00, detailed in Attachment A (Quote 00025295). The original services under the agreement, valued at $141,490.00 as per Attachment B (Quote 00012744) and associated with TIPS Contract # 200105, remain in effect, with the amendment's terms prevailing in case of conflict.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Wichita Public Schools
The committee established group expectations, including voting procedures and quorum requirements. Presentations were delivered on the district's facility conditions, highlighting significant funding gaps for maintenance and capital investment, and on the district’s funding sources and operating budget, noting challenges related to declining enrollment. The committee formally approved the draft Unrestricted Reserve Policy after clarifying terminology regarding cash balances. Additionally, members discussed long-term financial strategies, including potential bond refinancing and enrollment management.
The committee met to adopt the agenda and receive a brief update from the Chief Communication Officer. The main focus of the meeting was a presentation involving breakout discussions centered on the district's financial reporting. Participants evaluated the clarity of existing financial materials, identified potential improvements in budget presentation, and discussed methods to increase transparency. The discussions also explored the development of new communication tools or dashboards and identified specific financial information needs to support future recommendations for bond issues.
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The committee conducted a workshop to explore new terminology for deferred maintenance. The meeting featured presentations on finance, covering mill levies and the impact on property taxes, as well as an overview of general obligation bond options for funding facility needs, including potential ballot amounts, election dates, and question structures. Additional discussions included requests for information on school district debt schedules, concerns regarding election timelines, and inquiries about the Kansas Open Records Act.
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