Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Bolivar R-1 School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Bolivar
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,725
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2905370
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
5
Mascot
School mascot.
Liberators
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
384.83
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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Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Bolivar R-1 School District
The board meeting included a public hearing regarding the proposed 2026-2027 tax rate, followed by a presentation on the district's tax rate for the upcoming school year. The board approved the consent agenda, which included personnel changes, various contracts such as propane bids, change orders for building projects, and a school resource officer agreement. Additionally, the board discussed CSIP updates, administrative reports, strategic planning, and the superintendent's update. Several policy and handbook items were approved, including an ethics policy, a special education compliance plan, a professional development handbook, and the 2026-2027 school tax rate.
The board meeting featured a recognition of the high school speech and debate team's state and national achievements. Discussion included updates on various school culture initiatives, including recognition of yearbook students, school counselors, and community partners. The consent agenda for financial checks was approved. A spotlight presentation focused on the Parson Early Childhood Center, detailing the Parents as Teachers program goals, enrollment increases, and the impact of the Missouri Quality PreK Grant. Finally, the board discussed upcoming regional governance meetings.
The meeting included a public tax rate hearing for the 2027 fiscal year, focusing on proposed tax rates, property valuations, and financial planning alignment with fiscal stewardship. Discussion topics included security initiatives, such as the renumbering of district doors, the activities of the security steering committee, collaboration with emergency response agencies, and participation in active shooter and resource officer training. Additionally, the board received updates from various schools regarding summer facility improvements, maintenance projects, and the readiness of campus buildings for the upcoming academic year.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Bolivar R-1 School District meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
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