Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Ephrata School District 165.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Ephrata
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,833
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
5302610
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
8
Mascot
School mascot.
Tao
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
288.47
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.
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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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
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Cooperatives
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This Training Services Agreement formalizes the provision of training, workshops, and consultation services by Star Autism Support, Inc. to Ephrata School District. Effective May 29, 2025, for an initial term of one year with an automatic one-year renewal, the agreement details client obligations, compensation referencing Exhibit B, and intellectual property rights for materials and trademarks. The document also includes provisions for cancellation fees, indemnification, and governing law.
This Interagency Services Agreement between North Central Educational Service District 171 and a Contracting Agency covers the provision of 0.06 FTE for BRIDGE services for Ephrata SD. The contract is effective from September 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026, for a total fee of $10,920.00.
This Services Agreement is between American Institutes for Research (AIR) and Ephrata School District for foundational training on COLLTS for Tiger Cub Preschool employees. The training, scheduled for September 20, 2023, is provided at a fixed price of $2,500. The agreement outlines the scope of work, payment terms, and comprehensive legal provisions including confidentiality, intellectual property rights, and indemnification, with a performance period ending on the training date.
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Expiring contracts, renewals, and award history
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Ephrata School District 165
The board conducted a public hearing regarding the 2026/27 budget, reviewing funding disclosures and expenditure projections. Action items included the approval of the consent agenda, which encompassed personnel hires, donations, insurance, and payroll. The board formally adopted the annual budget, authorized the hiring of retired school employees, approved a 180-day waiver request, and ratified a contract to ensure compliance with clean building mandates. Furthermore, the board discussed adjustments to the upcoming meeting schedule, addressed emergent capital outlay requirements for window and roof repairs, and received a report from the Superintendent detailing current facility issues, personnel updates, and ongoing labor negotiations.
The board awarded the food service contract to Sodexo after a competitive review. They also authorized the declaration of outdated textbooks and educational materials as surplus. Additionally, the board approved the 2026/27 district organization chart, director contracts, and memorandums of understanding, which included administrative leadership reassignments and promotions. The meeting also included an update regarding the process for filling an upcoming board vacancy.
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The board meeting covered a wide range of administrative and operational actions, including the recognition of various spring student achievements. The board approved the consent agenda, which encompassed personnel hires, donations, tech surplus, accounts payable, and several agreements. Specific project approvals were granted for the transportation building window replacement and painting, as well as the purchase of new cafeteria tables for Parkway Intermediate School. Additionally, the board approved the CTE 4-year plan, the 2026 Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment, and the 2026-27 Carl Perkins Grant. A resignation from the school board was formally accepted. The meeting also included a financial report review and a superintendent's report covering enrollment, graduation, and administrative staffing updates.
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