Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Sarasota County School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Sarasota
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
45,246
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1201680
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
65
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
6,444.82
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
53 / 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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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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This contract details an agreement between The School Board of Sarasota County, Florida, and EverDriven Technologies, LLC for alternative student transportation services. The services are scheduled to commence on July 1, 2024, and conclude on June 30, 2025. Payment for services will be based on a variable fee structure outlined in Attachment 1, including per-trip and per-mile rates, rather than a fixed total amount, although an initial 'NOT TO EXCEED' amount of $43,000 is mentioned. The agreement also covers various operational aspects such as independent contractor status, compliance with Florida statutes, federal grant provisions, insurance, background checks for personnel, and policies regarding no-shows and cancellations.
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Expiring contracts, renewals, and award history
Competitor contract data and source files
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Sarasota County School District
This community session focused on facilitating an informal, conversational engagement between the community and the school board/superintendent. A primary discussion point was the implementation of new Florida legislative changes regarding middle and high school start times, which mandate middle schools start after 8:00 a.m. and high schools after 8:30 a.m. beginning August 2026. The superintendent proposed maintaining the current three-tier schedule (7:30 a.m. for high schools, 8:30 a.m. for elementary, and 9:30 a.m. for middle schools) while moving certain schools currently starting at 8:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. to improve transportation logistics. Other topics included addressing community concerns about the loss of funding for behavior specialists and coaches, which were COVID-related expenditures, and strategies for supporting teachers with classroom management and student behavior concerns. There was also significant discussion regarding the lack of consistent student representation at board meetings, with commitments made to re-establish student presence and explore options for an elected student representative process. Additionally, a participant inquired about utilizing underutilized school space for community partners and addressed the general challenge of community feedback when meetings are held during school hours.
This podcast episode from Sarasota County Schools details the 'CEOs in Schools program', designed to bridge the gap between education and the business community. Its primary goal is to foster collaboration between school principals and corporate leaders, impacting student success and preparing students for diverse college and career paths. The program emphasizes providing students with insights into entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and internship opportunities, ultimately building long-term capacity within the community through thought partnership and shared vision.
Public-sector contacts connected to Sarasota County School District.
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The Sarasota County Schools' Future Focused Strategic Initiative, approved in November 2025, aims to reimagine the district's educational offerings and evolve into a premier education provider over a six-year period ending in 2030. It focuses on several key areas: transitioning elementary schools to K8 models, developing external partnerships for career readiness and financial literacy (e.g., Junior Achievement), introducing a magnet school with programs in artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, and esports, and implementing childcare partnerships for staff. The plan seeks to optimize resources, prepare students for future workforce needs, and maintain the district's position as a top choice for families.
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Track Sarasota County School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
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