Jackson Public School District is seeking sealed bids to purchase surplus, undeveloped real-property parcels totaling approximately 45.626 acres. The offering is for vacant land, not buildings or improvements, and is a property sale rather than a grant program. Sealed bids are due at 10:00 a.m. Central time on October 20, 2026.
Sole Source:Not a typical path here—redirect to cooperative contracts to avoid a formal bid over $75,
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, Mississippi DFA statewide contracts, OMNIA Partners, and PEPPM; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Jackson Public School District adheres to competitive procurement under Mississippi Code with no evidence of routine sole source awards. Practical approach: redirect opportunities to cooperative purchasing to bypass a sole source justification and avoid the high-friction formal bid process for purchases over $75,000.
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JPSD has used cooperative purchasing (e.g., Sourcewell and Mississippi DFA statewide contracts). Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path and accelerate awards:
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Jackson Public School District Contracts
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MajorClarity, Inc. at Jackson Public School District
Effective: Feb 9, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Subscription Services Agreement between MajorClarity, Inc. and Jackson Public Schools outlines the terms for accessing MajorClarity's web-based platform and proprietary educational content. It covers service administration, data handling, intellectual property, warranties, and indemnification. The agreement commenced upon signature by both parties on February 9, 2023, and is set to continue until October 31, 2023. Financial details, specifically the annual subscription fee, are referenced to be in separate order forms. The agreement includes detailed Terms of Use and privacy provisions.
Paper Education America Inc at Jackson Public School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Paper™ Educational Support System Service Agreement details the provision of an online educational support platform by Paper Education America Inc. to Jackson Public School District for 11,167 students in grades 6-12. The services include platform access, professional development, and technical support. The agreement outlines responsibilities for both parties, including data privacy, payment terms, and intellectual property. The initial subscription term is from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, with a minimum annual total cost of $10,240 covering platform licensing for 6th grade and transcript fulfillment for grades 9-12, payable upon signing.
Paper Education America Inc at Jackson Public School District
Effective: Oct 21, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Service Agreement between Paper Education America Inc. and Jackson Public School District outlines the provision of Paper's online educational support system and related services for students in Grades 6-12. The contract details mutual obligations, including service delivery, privacy, and payment terms. The agreement covers an initial term from October 21, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with a total initial cost of $45,665 for 9,133 student accounts for CCR Full Access.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Jackson Public School District
Jackson Public Schools Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting covered several key topics, including the launch of the Gear Up Grant, updates on the Jackson Middle College program, and a discussion regarding December payroll practices. The board also reviewed participation in Delta Fest 2026 and an international symposium on apprenticeship programs. Additionally, the board recognized students for their achievements in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards.
Jackson Public School District Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on community engagement initiatives within the school district, highlighting partnerships with local churches and organizations for mentorship programs, donation drives for school supplies, and technology contributions. The Board announced the launch of the 'Gear Up' grant, a seven-year program providing millions in funding to enhance early awareness and readiness for undergraduate programs. Furthermore, the meeting featured a special recognition segment for the Superintendent's leadership. The session concluded with a High School Football Media Day, where coaches from various district high schools presented their team rosters, discussed summer training progress, and outlined goals for academic and athletic success for the upcoming football season.
Key Contacts
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The board meeting focused on a wide array of operational and educational approvals, including the annual dropout prevention and restructuring plans, and multiple vendor agreements with organizations such as Community in Schools, Advantage Business Systems, Delta Electronics, the Institute of Montessori, the University of Michigan, and Kelly Services. The board also reviewed and approved the instructional management system, educational data sharing addenda, and the sale of surplus land. Financial reports were accepted, a bid for a bow hunting lease was rejected, and various personnel actions were finalized. Additionally, the board entered an executive session to address specific personnel matters and to authorize participation in social media litigation.
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Meeting signals
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