Janice V BlackmonBoard President
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Universal Academy
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Universal Academy.
- Buyer type:
- School District
- Location:
- Irving, TX
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Universal Academy.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Irving
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,036
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
4800070
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
3
Mascot
School mascot.
Eagle
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
199.12
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
59 / 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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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Universal Academy
The Board of Directors will address several action items, including instructional contracts, a resolution to receive state property, and the approval of library materials for the upcoming school year. Additional business involves a memorandum of understanding with the Dallas Housing Authority, authorization for refinancing and negotiations with bond investors, and various contracts with Dallas College. The board will also review the 2026-2027 budget, amendments to the 2025-2026 budget, a contract renewal for Twelve Oaks, and a waiver for missed school days. Informational briefings are scheduled regarding COVID-19, bond updates, enrollment, facilities, technology, finance, and human resources, with a potential closed session to discuss legal, personnel, student issues, and safety and security.
The Board meeting agenda includes several key items for action, such as the consideration of 26-27 instructional contracts, a resolution authorizing the receipt of state property, the selection of school library materials for the upcoming academic year, and a memorandum of understanding with the Dallas Housing Authority. The Board will also address the authorization of refinancing negotiations with bond investors, various Dallas College contracts, the 2026-2027 budget proposal, a 2025-2026 budget amendment, and a contract renewal extension for Twelve Oaks. Informational briefings are scheduled regarding COVID-19, bond updates, enrollment, facilities, technology, finance, and human resources. Furthermore, the meeting may include a closed session for legal consultation regarding personnel and student issues, as well as discussions concerning safety and security.
The board meeting will address the implementation of a School Marshal Program, review and approve budget amendments, and consider instructional contracts for the 26-27 academic year. Informational briefings will be provided on COVID-19, bond updates, enrollment for specific campuses, facility overviews, and status reports on technology, finance, and human resources. A closed session is scheduled to consult with legal counsel regarding personnel and student matters, as well as to discuss safety and security concerns.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Universal Academy meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Universal Academy.
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