Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Forest Hills Public Schools.
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Posted
Oct 13, 2026
Nov 18, 2026
Northern high school renovation.
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Nov 3, 2026
Forest Hills Public Schools is soliciting sealed proposals for mechanical improvements at Thornapple Elementary. The solicitation documents are available through the State of Michigan’s SIGMA Vendor Self Service portal. Bids must be submitted in triplicate by 2:00 p.m. local time on November 3, 2026, at 6645 E Paris Ave, Caledonia, Michigan.
Posted
Oct 4, 2026
Nov 3, 2026
Thornapple elementary mechanical improvements.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Grand Rapids
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
8,838
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
2614610
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
18
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
988.84
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
51 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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Startup Friendliness
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Forest Hills Public Schools
The board meeting included a department highlight regarding the broadcasting and communications program at Central High School, featuring student presentations on media production, storytelling, and career preparation skills gained through the curriculum. Additionally, the board recognized the retirement of a school resource officer, honoring their long-standing dedication to law enforcement and their commitment to the safety and well-being of the district community.
The board meeting featured a department highlight from the transportation department, showcasing their bus fleet, safety technologies like RFID tracking, and community involvement. Financial discussions included a bond construction update, the approval of a 3-year snow removal contract, an increase in cost for a bidirectional amplifier system due to timing, and a tax reimbursement. Other key topics included approval of CKLA supplemental materials, a 30-day review of a new novel for high school curriculum, the certification of a voting delegate for an upcoming leadership conference, and ratification of transportation department employment contracts.
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The committee reviewed updates on the K-5 CKLA instructional materials, various community partnerships, and the pilot of new math programs. A presentation was provided regarding bond construction. Action items included the approval of supplemental instructional material purchases, a three-year contract for snow removal services, an increase in costs for an emergency responder amplifier system, and a property tax reimbursement to Kent County. Additionally, the Superintendent provided updates on a lawsuit, the status of the upcoming technology director position, and the status of labor agreements with bus drivers.
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