Business Services

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Business Services Department supports the business operations of the district including purchasing, accounts payable and receivable, financial accounting and reporting, payroll, and retirement. 

Purchasing

Purchasing provides services and materials for district staff and outside customers by securing quality products and services in accordance with Board Policies in an efficient and timely manner. 

Thank you for your interest in doing business with Grand Rapids Public Schools! Follow the steps below to connect your business with GRPS and our Bid opportunities.

Step 1: Understand the Competitive Bid Process

GRPS Polices & Rules

Grand Rapids Public Schools is proud to work with reliable vendors who support our schools and operations.Board Policy 3610 andBoard Policy 3660 listed under our Fiscal Management Section 3000 should be used as a guide for doing business with the district.

Board Policy 3690-R highlights our local first purchasing preference. Review this policy for information on local first qualifications.

Competitive Bid Amount

According to the revised Michigan School Code, the State of Michigan annually designates a base amount above which school districts must obtain competitive bids. The Competitive Bid base amount is $30,512.00 (FY2025) effective October 10, 2024.  

Tips to be successful in the Public Sector

1. Thoroughly read, and follow, instructions to bidders
2. Submit a complete bid or proposal response
3. Be competitive
4. Be on time (late bids are NOT accepted)

Step 2: Create a Vendor Profile

Vendors interested in doing business with GRPS are encouraged to create a vendor profile on MITN Purchasing Group, Sigma Vendor Self Services, or Bonfire, our centralized bid portals that provides broader access to new opportunities throughout our region.

Step 3: View Open GRPS Request for Proposals (RFP)

Request for Proposals

Ridgemoor Park Montessori Roof Replacement

Scope of Service: This project consists of the removal and replacing of the roofing systems at Ridgemoor Park Montessori School with a new 60-mil Fully Adhered Reinforced EPDM Roofing System (flat roofs) over tapered insulation and Architectural Standing Seam Roof System(sloped roofs) with an alternate to go to an Asphalt Shingled Roof System in lieu of the Architectural Standing Seam Roof. Prevailing wage rates DO NOT apply.

Deadline: All proposals are due on Monday, July 21, 2025, at 11:00 am, to Mr. Dale Cammenga, Director of Design, Construction & Renovation at GRPS Facilities & Operations, 900 Union NE, Grand Rapids.

View the Roof Replacement Project Advertisement for Project here

GRPS Elementary School

Scope of Service: New 62,000 square foot two-story Pre-K through 5th grade elementary school built on the existing school parcel. The original Aberdeen Elementary school will be demolished, and parking and bus loops will be added in its current location. The new elementary school will be built on the lower portion of the existing site. Exterior improvements shall include parking lots, a bus loop, renewed green spaces, a playground, and miscellaneous equipment.

Deadline: All proposals are due on Thursday, July 31, 2025, to Mr. Dale Cammenga, Director of Design, Construction & Renovation, via email at [email protected]. Late bids will not be considered.

View the GRPS Elementary Advertisement for Bid here