Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Cambridge Public Schools.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Cambridge
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
7,027
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2503270
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
16
Mascot
School mascot.
Falcons
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,532.59
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 Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
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This document is a Purchase Order (CPSMA-0000949811) issued by Cambridge Public Schools to NRT BUS INC. for out-of-district special education transportation services. The effective start date for the service is July 1, 2024, and the order was closed on December 19, 2024. Although a line item price of $3,258,568.67 is listed, all stated totals, including the 'Total PO Amount', are 0.00, indicating a potential cancellation or zero-cost resolution after initial decreases.
This document is a Purchase Order (CPSMA-0000938706) issued by Cambridge Public Schools to NRT BUS INC. for out-of-district OBS transportation services for Fiscal Year 2022. The total amount for these services is $3,642,342.00. The purchase order date is August 6, 2021.
This document is a Purchase Order issued by Cambridge Public Schools to NRT BUS INC. The purchase order, identified as CPSMA-0000960271, was issued on August 15, 2025, and includes payment terms of 'Now'.
This document is a Purchase Order (CPSMA-0000959889) issued by Cambridge Public Schools to NRT BUS INC. dated July 23, 2025. It serves as an instruction to the supplier to provide goods or services.
This contract, titled "Articles of Agreement," establishes a service agreement between the City of Cambridge and Malden Trans Inc. for Mckinney Vento Transportation. The agreement, identified by File Number 26141, commences on July 1, 2025, and concludes on June 30, 2026, with a total value of $50,000.00. Key provisions cover duration, payment, termination, and legal compliance, alongside various exhibits detailing CORI policy, ADA, WISP, truck safety, living wage ordinances, and general terms and conditions. The contract has been approved by the School Committee.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Cambridge Public Schools
The meeting covered several topics, including public comment on recess and technical arts programming, student reports on school activities, and a Superintendent’s update regarding transportation, strategic planning, and school choice. Key presentations included a discussion on the future use of the 158 Spring Street property, evaluating scenarios such as relocating the Amigos school, establishing an early childhood hub, or consolidating upper schools. The Committee approved multiple consent agenda items, including contract awards and grant acceptances. Additionally, the committee passed resolutions concerning equitable recess opportunities and an RSTA data review, and conducted extended discussions regarding the superintendent evaluation process and subcommittee priorities.
The committee addressed several action items, including the approval of a successor bargaining agreement with the School Food Service Association and the passage of the Welcoming Community Ordinance. Updates were provided by the Superintendent regarding school openings, curriculum materials, and a decline in chronic absenteeism. A presentation on updated technology policies was delivered, outlining grade-specific guidance for device use and new AI regulations. Additionally, the committee approved the Time-Out, Seclusion, and Physical Restraint of Students policy and amended a motion regarding the use of Smart Glasses and non-consented recording devices.
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The committee issued an order to refer the Superintendent's recommendation regarding revisions to the School Council Handbook (First Reading) to the Communications and Community Relations Subcommittee.
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