Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Natchitoches Parish School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Natchitoches
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
4,792
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2201140
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
10
Mascot
School mascot.
Chiefs
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
678.73
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
38 / 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 Natchitoches Parish School District
The board discussed operational items, including audit document completion and a partnership with the Food Bank of Central Louisiana. Key topics in the Superintendent's report included heat safety measures for student athletes, the implementation of a new GPS tracking system for school buses, plans for Pediatric Cancer awareness, and legislative updates concerning prohibited substances near school campuses. Additionally, the board considered a proclamation for Emma Robinson Williams Legacy Day and reviewed transportation department reports regarding bus driver staffing and student safety on bus routes.
The meeting featured informational reports covering personnel, transportation, maintenance, sales tax, school food service, and budget updates. Key actions included the approval of a change order for the Marthaville Baseball Field and the authorization to advertise for bids for additions and alterations to the Provencal Elementary and Junior High School. The board also engaged in discussions regarding MFP numbers, legislative policy updates, and potential revisions to policies involving corporal punishment.
The board committee meeting covered several key areas, including a presentation on a new process for streamlining the budget. The superintendent provided updates on mandatory staff training regarding child safety and reporting, as well as clarification on performance pay structures and payout schedules for employees. The committee discussed Principal Appreciation Month, fall break schedules, and the importance of parent-teacher conferences. Additionally, the meeting recognized community partners and sponsors of the annual Back to School Expo and discussed new initiatives, such as a district clothing closet and a food pantry sponsored by Atmos Energy. Financial reports were presented, including an overview of sales tax collections and general fund revenue and expenses.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Natchitoches Parish School District 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 Natchitoches Parish School District.
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