Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Palo Alto Unified School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Palo Alto
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
10,209
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
0629610
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
20
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,387.77
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
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
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
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This document comprises a Purchase Order (BL 406148) and an Independent Contractor Agreement with its Exhibit A, detailing services from WestEd to Palo Alto Unified School District. The Independent Contractor Agreement's term is from June 9, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The Purchase Order, identified as a blanket purchase order, has a stated validity until June 30, 2027. Services include "Reading Apprenticeship Essentials I: In-person" sessions delivered in June and August 2025. There are conflicting total amounts, with the Purchase Order stating $61,000.00 and Exhibit A listing $58,500.00 for the services.
This document outlines an Independent Contractor Agreement between Palo Alto Unified School District and Teachers College, Columbia University, for professional development and staff development services related to Advancing Literacy programs. The agreement's term is from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Initially, the contract was for $15,600.00, but it was subsequently amended twice. Amendment No. 1, dated August 25, 2025, increased the total compensation to $32,400.00. A final Amendment No. 2, dated December 8, 2025, further increased the total compensation to a 'not to exceed' amount of $36,900.00. This final amount matches the total specified in Purchase Order No. BL 406268. The agreement includes comprehensive terms and conditions, insurance requirements, and background check certifications.
This document outlines a contractual relationship between Palo Alto Unified School District and Hinge Education LLC for professional learning services. It includes an Independent Contractor Agreement (ICA), originally for $15,500.00 (July 1, 2025, to August 30, 2025), which was subsequently amended twice. Amendment No. 2 (signed October 23, 2025) extends the ICA term to June 30, 2026, and sets compensation not to exceed $28,500.00. Additionally, a Purchase Order (BL 406758, dated February 24, 2026) details specific professional learning services for October 2, 2026, and January 4, 2027, with a PO Total of $13,500.00.
This document outlines an Independent Contractor Agreement between Palo Alto Unified School District and Research for Better Teaching, Inc. for the provision of "Analyzing Teaching for Student Results (ATSR)" course services. The agreement's term is from June 1, 2025, through December 30, 2025, with the associated Purchase Order (BL 404822) covering a period from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The specific ATSR course is valued at $52,000, detailed in Exhibit A, while the overall Purchase Order has a net total of $20,145 after adjustments. T&Cs are provided for independent contractor status, compensation, insurance, and background checks.
This Purchase Order (DE 248789) from Palo Alto Unified School District to AERIALE NIKE JOHNSON details the provision of one day of professional development in diversity, equity, and inclusion for librarians. The total authorized compensation for these services, including a $3,000.00 fee and up to $1,500.00 for travel expenses, is $4,500.00.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Palo Alto Unified School District
This Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) outlines the district's strategic direction for the 2026-27 school year, focusing on comprehensive planning to improve opportunities and outcomes for all students, particularly high-needs student groups. The plan is built around three core goals: ensuring high-quality teaching and learning for all, promoting equity and excellence by fostering an inclusive environment, and enhancing student attendance and overall wellness. It details how the district will utilize funding, engage educational partners, and implement actions to address specific needs and achieve measurable outcomes, including reducing chronic absenteeism and improving academic performance for diverse student populations.
The document references the meeting minutes for the committee meeting.
Public-sector contacts connected to Palo Alto Unified School District.
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This document serves as an archive for the committee meeting, providing the agenda and associated meeting files for review.
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