Operate an on-site intensive behavioral and special education program. The program will consist of three to four specialized classrooms serving up to 10 students per classroom, with flexibility for up to two additional students as necessary. The program will provide a structured, therapeutic learning environment focused on students academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs while supporting eventual transition to less restrictive educational settings when appropriate.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Phoenix
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
3,963
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
0406300
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
15
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
915.83
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 8
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
48 / 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 sale is less than $100,000 and the solution is truly proprietary, use sole source; coordinate a justification with procurement.
Coops:Frequently procures through Arizona State Purchasing Cooperative (State Co-Op), Arizona Statewide Contracts (Arizona Procurement Portal), Strategic Alliance for Volume Expenditures (S.A.V.E.), and Mohave Educational Services Cooperative (MESC); you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Phoenix Elementary School District 1 rarely uses sole source for awards over $100,000. If your solution is genuinely proprietary with no viable competitors, work with the district’s procurement team to draft a justification. Note: This route is typically slower and more burdensome than using a cooperative; default to a coop when possible.
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The district actively uses cooperative purchasing and may waive formal bidding when buying through coops (policy DJE). Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Phoenix Elementary School District 1
Governing Board Study Session
Date: Sep 28, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Governing Board held a study session to discuss potential partners and proposals for the development of a district strategic plan. The Board reviewed proposals from several entities, including the Arizona School Boards Association (ASBA) and Uriah Wood Consulting (Northstar Governance). Key discussion topics included the scope of services, the need for stakeholder engagement, the timeline and phases of the strategic plan process, the value of utilizing a third-party consultant for neutral feedback, and questions regarding the pricing, licensing, and implementation of these governance models.
Proposed Superintendent Goals 2026-2027
Date: Jan 1, 2026Type: Strategic Plan
This document outlines proposed superintendent goals and initiatives for the 2026-2027 academic year. Key strategic areas include strengthening foundational skills by improving 3rd-grade reading and mathematics readiness, ensuring students are ready for high school by reducing minimal proficiency in ELA and math, decreasing chronic absenteeism, and lowering out-of-school suspensions. Additionally, the plan focuses on establishing transparent systems through increasing budget carry-forward, creating baseline measures for caregiver and student engagement, and enhancing transparency with real-time dashboards.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Phoenix Elementary School District 1.
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Jed BowmanAssistant Superintendent of Human Resources
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Susan EngdallAugustus H. Shaw Jr. Montessori Elementary School Principal
Phoenix Elementary School District Governing Board Governing Board Meeting Recap
Date: Sep 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting featured student performances and recognition ceremonies, including the August S.T.A.R. Awards and the Phoenix #1 Night of Inspiration. The Superintendent's Report highlighted the activities of the Student Advisory Team, including their discussions on student leadership qualities and awareness efforts for National Suicide Prevention Month. The board reviewed updates to several district policies, received an annual update on bond and capital override projects, and approved performance-based pay for the superintendent. Additionally, the board approved the third Guaranteed Maximum Price package for the Garfield renovation project and revised several district policies regarding financial approval thresholds.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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