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Finish Strong & Set The Stage

Did you accomplish the goals you set out to accomplish in 2023? Do you have goals set for 2024? How do you plan on accomplishing those goals? Here are a

Using Data from RFPs to Win More Contracts

When it comes to winning contracts through the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, information is power. Many organizations focus on crafting compelling narratives and impressive visuals, but data can be

Cost Reduction Strategies in Procurement: Beyond the Basics

Looking for ways to optimize spending and enhance profitability? There are a lot of basic tips for cost reduction, but there are advanced strategies that can take your procurement efforts

Crafting a Winning Keyword List

Here at RFPSchoolWatch, keywords are “key” when it comes to capturing relevant bid opportunities in your market sector. Here are a few things to keep in mind when creating an

Webinar Recap: Maximize Your Certifications

Certification can be a game-changer for your business, whether you’re a freshly certified entrepreneur or a seasoned professional looking to harness the full potential of your credentials. Our last webinar

Harvesting Opportunities: Exploring Market Sector Potential in the Fall Season

Fall isn’t just a season of falling leaves; it’s a time for businesses and organizations across diverse sectors to seize opportunities, adapt strategies, and prepare for the upcoming year-end activities.

Unlock Fall Opportunities: Win RFPs and Boost Your Business this Season!

Pursuing Request for Proposals (RFPs) in the fall can offer several advantages for businesses and organizations. Here are some reasons why the fall season is a strategic time to engage

Strengthening School Connections: Building Relationships this Fall

Fall is quickly approaching and it’s the perfect time for companies to cultivate valuable relationships with schools. Building strong partnerships with educational institutions not only benefits the schools themselves but

Nurturing Growth: Strategies for Expanding Your Business in Q3 and Q4

As the year progresses, businesses are presented with a unique opportunity to refocus their efforts and strategize for growth in the third and fourth quarters. With careful planning and execution,

Webinar Recap: 10 Ways to Grow Your Business With Government Contracts

Becoming a vendor for government agencies at any level, be it federal, state, local, K-12, or higher education, can be a lucrative venture for businesses of all sizes. However, the

IMRA #4: Am I Ready to Respond? A Readiness Checklist for Publishers

IMRA Series #4: Am I Ready to Respond? A Readiness Checklist for Publishers

RFP SchoolWatch IMRA 2026 Guidance Series In the Texas IMRA (Instructional Materials Review and Approval) 2026 cycle, readiness is measured through timing, organizational structure, instructional material efficacy, and components. Texas IMRA is a process that merges compliance, quality, and suitability into a single standard of excellence. The readiness question, ‘Am

IMRA Series # 3: Should You Attend Every SBOE Meeting Throughout IMRA 2026?

RFP SchoolWatch IMRA 2026 Guidance Series. For publishers preparing to participate in the Texas IMRA 2026 cycle, one of the earliest questions is how closely to follow the Texas State Board of Education meetings. These gatherings, which are livestreamed and open to the public, are not only formal sessions but

Fall Trends & Strategic Planning- AI in Education: How RFPSchoolWatch Connects You to the Future of Learning

Have you noticed the buzz around AI? It’s not just in tech companies anymore – it’s rapidly transforming education! School districts are increasingly looking for innovative AI-driven tools, from administrative software that streamlines operations to personalized learning platforms that truly engage students. This isn’t just a trend; it’s the future

IMRA Series #2: Who Should Lead the Adoption Process in Your Company?

RFP SchoolWatch IMRA 2026 Guidance Series When the Texas Education Agency released the Instructional Materials Review and Approval, or IMRA, Cycle 2026, it became clear that success would depend less on any single department and more on how well internal teams could communicate and adapt collectively. The IMRA process is

Universities Face Federal Compact That Reframes Autonomy, Compliance, and Access to Funding

The federal government has recently introduced what it calls a Compact for Academic Excellence. This proposal requests that higher education institutions agree to a set of conditions in exchange for preferential access to funding. At first glance, this resembles a classic quid pro quo arrangement: commit to specific policies and

Understanding Title Funding A Vendor’s Guide to Federal K–12 Opportunities

Federal education dollars flow into schools every year through a network of programs collectively known as Title funding. For vendors, understanding these streams isn’t just a matter of compliance; it’s the key to unlocking sustainable partnerships with districts. Each Title program carries unique priorities, eligibility rules, and purchasing pathways, and

Navigating Texas New OER Landscape: Legal, Financial, and Strategic Considerations for RFQ 701-25-019

Texas has again initiated a new round of procuring open educational resources. The Texas Education Agency’s newly released RFQ 701-25-019, issued under House Bill 1605, requests qualifications from contractors to build, source, or improve PreK–12 Tier 1 Open Education Resources (OER). The RFQ outlines three primary pathways: sourcing existing high-quality

Accelerating Growth Through Focused Strategies

In the world of education and public sector procurement, success doesn’t just come from having a great product or service. It stems from having the right systems, strategies, and relationships that enable organizations to capitalize on competitive opportunities and sustain their growth. At RFPSchoolWatch, we observe that providers across K-12,

Is Your RFP Strategy Too Narrow?

Public sector procurement is evolving rapidly. I remember my 8th-grade history class back in 19-hmm-hmm when Mr. Bagley explained to the class with such passion and vigor how quickly the world was moving, that our generation would find itself in a moment of technological and informational advancement, which would move

Accountability Without Fear: Rethinking Tutoring and Reform in K–12 Education

On September 18, 2025, the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions convened a full hearing on the state of K–12 schools. Testimony from researchers, state leaders, and district practitioners underscored the challenges facing American education: historic declines in student achievement, rising absenteeism, strained teacher pipelines, and growing concerns