Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for South Texas Independent School District.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Mercedes
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
4,639
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
4837150
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
7
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
683.67
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
40 / 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
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
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This document details a purchase by South Texas ISD from McGraw-Hill Global Education for various science textbooks and 3-year digital licenses, covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science. The core transaction is governed by Purchase Order 117072 for $51,504.62, supported by requisition 121045. The purchase initiates on May 6, 2024, and the subscriptions are valid for three years. The document also includes two invoices totaling $23,385.60 and references a larger quote with a grand total of $484,582.67, suggesting the current PO is a subset of a broader offering.
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Expiring contracts, renewals, and award history
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Board meetings and strategic plans from South Texas Independent School District
The Board of Directors held a regular meeting covering numerous administrative and operational agenda items. Executive session discussions included personnel matters for the 2026-2027 school year, internal audit findings, a student-related matter, and a Level III grievance. In open session, the Board approved professional staff recommendations, addressed teacher resignation issues, authorized legal actions regarding grievances, and approved several consent agenda items covering construction projects, financial reports, budget amendments, and policy updates. Additionally, the Board received reports on Advanced Placement scores, CTE programs, construction progress, and district enrollment projections, and nominated a candidate for the Cameron County Appraisal District Board.
The board meeting covered a wide range of operational, financial, and personnel items. Key discussions included the appointment of a new board member and the administration of the Oath of Office, the approval of consent agenda items, and committee reports from Buildings and Grounds, and Finance and Operations. Specific actions taken included the approval of schematic designs for the New Rising Scholars Academy, approval of HVAC renovation procurement, contract awards for intercom replacements, approval of various donations, and the extension and initiation of numerous Request for Proposals (RFPs). Additionally, the board approved budget revisions for renovation projects, the use of Mackenzie Scott funds for the Dual Enrollment Automotive Program, and lease revenue bond underwriting. Personnel matters, including employment recommendations for the 2026-2027 school year, grievance discussions, and the approval of legal services contracts, were addressed in both open and executive sessions.
Public-sector contacts connected to South Texas Independent School District.
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The council discussed future parent outreach topics including social media safety, anti-bullying awareness, and body image, with plans to partner with external teams and expand community engagement. Discussions also covered nutrition and health initiatives, specifically obesity prevention, education on sugar consumption and energy drinks, and concerns regarding weight loss products among students. The committee reviewed enrollment trends, noting anticipated growth that will require increased family engagement and outreach. Additionally, the committee noted that no action was required regarding the human sexuality curriculum, as no parents opted in.
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Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
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