Work includes installation of cabling and pathways to support wired and wireless data network systems for classrooms, offices, gymnasiums, libraries, multipurpose rooms, outdoor spaces, high-density wireless environments, and other educational facilities throughout the district, including infrastructure supporting wi fi 6e, wi fi 7, multigigabit connectivity, and future standards based wireless technologies; new installation of the mdf (main distribution frame) to idf (intermediate distribution frame) and idf to ldf (local distribution frame) backbone cabling using laser-optimized om4 multi-mode fiber optic cabling, or single mode fiber optic cabling (due to distance). See outside link.
The Facilities Capital Improvement Program's (FCIP) Local Business Outreach Program (LBOP) seeks to enroll local vendors in its roster. The program is designed to ensure that at least 10% of vendor contract dollars are directed to businesses located in the cities of San Bernardino and Highland, where the district's schools are situated. Vendors are invited to participate by registering with the LBOP.
Buyer Attributes
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City
The city where this buyer is located.
San Bernardino
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
44,192
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
0634170
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
76
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
5,915.72
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
72 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:If your solution is proprietary/unique for curriculum or edtech, lead with a sole-source request.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, NASPO ValuePoint, and TIPS; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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This district actively uses cooperative purchasing—established use of OMNIA Partners and PEPPM (via LACOE) and piggybacking on other districts’ bids, especially for IT and commodity goods.
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San Bernardino City Unified School District Contracts
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Quavered Inc at San Bernardino City Unified School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order (PO 523598) issued by San Bernardino City Unified School District to QuaverEd Inc. for a 5-year license of QuaverMusic CA Curriculum, intended for TK-3 grades and 12 teachers. The total value of the contract is $81,900.00. The period of performance for this agreement runs from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2029, and it is explicitly stated as non-renewing.
CharacterStrong, LLC at San Bernardino City Unified School District
Effective: Feb 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a Purchase Order (529392) issued by San Bernardino City Unified School District to CharacterStrong LLC for the annual renewal of their Elementary Tier 1 PurposeFull People curriculum and Foundation Leadership curriculum for Parkside Elementary School. The service period spans from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, with a total agreed-upon cost of $1,999.00. The PO references Estimate #25902, which provides granular details of the renewed services and confirms the dates and amounts.
Quavered Inc at San Bernardino City Unified School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details Purchase Order 724218 from San Bernardino City Unified School District to QuaverEd Inc. for a Blanket Purchase Order of QuaverMusic California Curriculum for grades K-6 and 4-6. The contract is valued at $57,600.00 and covers a performance period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2029, as specified by the attached quote dated August 12, 2025.
CharacterStrong, LLC at San Bernardino City Unified School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2026Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a Purchase Order (830589) from San Bernardino City Unified School District to CharacterStrong LLC for a one-year Elementary School Curriculum License. The service period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with a total cost of $1,599.20, as detailed in the attached Character Strong proposal.
Ehecatl Wind Philosophy, LLC at San Bernardino City Unified School District
Effective: Jul 1, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
The San Bernardino City Unified School District has entered into an agreement with Ehecatl Wind Philosophy, LLC for professional services to develop curriculum, scope and sequence, and provide professional development for the Ethnic Studies program. The agreement is effective from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, for a total cost not to exceed $117,000.00.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from San Bernardino City Unified School District
San Bernardino City Unified School District Regular Personnel Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Personnel Commission approved the purchase of two medium studio pods for office use, noting their utility for testing accommodations, examination reviews, and private meetings. Staff explored alternative permanent construction options before selecting the pods for cost-effectiveness and flexibility. Additionally, the commission held a closed session to address legal matters and specific personnel employment and evaluation requests, resulting in one applicant being granted and three being denied.
San Bernardino City Unified School District Personnel Commission Special Personnel Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 15, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Special Personnel Commission Meeting focused on a closed session hearing regarding a public employee disciplinary appeal. The Commission convened to consider the matter and subsequently reconvened to open session with no action taken on the specific employee appeal.
District Advisory Council District Advisory Council Meeting
Date: Sep 10, 2026
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The meeting included a review of hybrid meeting norms and an in-depth discussion regarding the purpose and responsibilities of the District Advisory Council, specifically its role in monitoring state and federal funds and the Local Control and Accountability Plan. Additionally, the Council received a presentation on the significance of income surveys for LCFF funding, which supports school resources such as staffing, technology, and academic programs. The session concluded with practical guidance for families on completing income surveys, including the use of electronic submission methods to facilitate funding and ensure access to fee waiver opportunities.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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