Richland School District No. 400 seeks one prime vendor to provide and implement integrated financial and student-information systems in a secure, cloud-based environment, including conversion, integrations, training, hosting, security, support, and maintenance. The scope includes financial and administrative functions, HR and payroll, student information, reporting, and shared technology capabilities; implementation is targeted for full production by September 1, 2028, preferably earlier. Proposals are to be submitted to the district's Executive Director of Finance by email or mail and received by October 31, 2026.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
West Richland
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
14,410
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
5307320
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
22
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1,532.16
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
42 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $75,000, use sole source. Otherwise avoid; the district rarely approves sole source—pivot to a coop-based path.
Coops:Richland School District 400 actively uses cooperative purchasing to streamline awards and bypass formal bids for larger purchases; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Richland School District 400 actively uses cooperative purchasing to streamline awards and bypass formal bids for larger purchases. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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Richland School District 400 Contracts
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Curriculum Associates at Richland School District 400
Effective: Aug 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a quote from Curriculum Associates to Christ The King School for two professional learning sessions for Academic Year 2024-2025, costing a total of $4,400.00. The quote includes details on ordering, shipping, payment terms (Net 30), and conditions related to session delivery (including COVID-19 considerations) and expiration within two years of purchase order or implementation year.
McGraw Hill LLC at Richland School District 400
Effective: Jul 11, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a price quote from McGraw Hill LLC to Richland School District 400 for a one-year subscription to digital educational materials across five subject categories. Dated July 11, 2024, the quote details a total product cost of $70,262.82, which is also the grand total due to zero estimated shipping/handling and taxes. The offer is firm for 90 days, expiring on October 9, 2024. The subscription term for the materials is one year from the quote date. Terms of Service are included.
Imagine Learning at Richland School District 400
Effective: Aug 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a price quote (Q-117612) issued by Imagine Learning to Richland School District 400 for 'IS Teaching per Semester Course' services. The contract is effective from August 1, 2025, to January 28, 2026, for a total amount of $17,400.00, covering 58 units at $300.00 each. Payment terms are Net 30, and the quote references Imagine Learning's standard Terms and Conditions.
Imagine Learning at Richland School District 400
Effective: Aug 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This is a price quote (Q-70003) from Imagine Learning for Richland School District 400 for IS Teaching/Sem Course services. The total cost is $4,800.00, with a contract term from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025. The pricing expires on February 11, 2025, and payment terms are Net 30. The quote incorporates Imagine Learning's standard terms and conditions.
Savvas Learning Company LLC at Richland School District 400
Effective: Jun 13, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document is a credit memo issued by Savvas Learning Company LLC to Richland School District #400, providing a total credit of $8,500.00 due to the cancellation of purchase order PG251634. The credit covers two training services: ILIT Initial Training and Virtual ILIT Professional Development Training.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Richland School District 400
Richland School District Board Board Workshop
Date: Oct 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board workshop centered on facility planning and potential bond measures. Key discussion topics included a review of the committee's work regarding facility conditions, declining K-12 enrollment trends, and the capacity of existing schools. The presentation addressed the justification for a third high school, demographic shifts, and the results of phone and community surveys regarding support for facility modernization, safety upgrades, and HVAC improvements. Additionally, there was a detailed discussion on a proposed renovation project for Chief Joe Carmichael Middle School, incorporating feedback from staff focus groups and architects.
Richland School District Board Of Directors Board Meeting
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting commenced with an executive session regarding personnel and real estate matters. During the public session, the board recognized students for their STEM innovations and heard public comments regarding capacity concerns at a local elementary school. Administrative and board reports included updates on upcoming community events such as suicide prevention walks and homecoming activities, as well as information on state legislative committee participation. Additionally, the board received a presentation from the community facility task force regarding recent facility recommendations.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Richland School District 400.
Richland School District No. 400 Regular Meeting Minutes
Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board convened for an executive session regarding personnel, legal, and real estate matters. During the public session, the board discussed suicide prevention awareness efforts and heard updates on student and district initiatives. Formal actions included the approval of the 2026-27 Human Resources goal and the Facilities Plan Implementation and Bond Program Development goal. The board also received an update on a district-wide job description audit, reviewed a proposed staffing framework, and conducted first readings for policies regarding infection control and employment severance. Additionally, the board discussed the process for naming schools and facilities and approved the consent agenda, which encompassed personnel actions and various financial warrant payments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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Track Richland School District 400 meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
