Chicago Public Schools is seeking proposals to provide consistent athletic training services for participating CPS high schools. Trainers must cover practices, games, special events, and playoffs or tournaments coordinated with the Office of Sports Administration, while the proposer gathers participation data annually and maintains sufficient staffing capacity. Services must be provided by individuals consistent with the Illinois Athletic Trainers Practice Act.
Chicago Public Schools is soliciting bids for IT asset disposition and related services, with a focus on IT asset recycling. The open invitation to bid (26-1120) requests a submission package that includes bid tabulation, a W-9, execution and MBE/WBE forms, qualifications, financial and insurance information, a management plan, a service-level agreement, and related materials. Bids are due October 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CDT.
Chicago Public Schools seeks proposals for a next-generation firewall solution and related services to continue securing the District’s critical assets. The District uses firewalls at multiple points on its network to provide layers of protection for critical data and systems. The new solution is intended to help protect data for potential future cloud-based implementations considered by the Board.
Sole Source:Only if the solution is truly proprietary and continuity-critical; line up a department sponsor and be ready with justification.
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Chicago Public Schools Contracts
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Quavered Inc at Chicago Public Schools
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Services Agreement between the Board of Education of the City of Chicago (CPS) and QuaverEd, Inc. establishes terms for the provision of Educational Technology and Digital Resources. Effective July 1, 2025, for an initial term until June 30, 2028, with renewal options, the contract outlines the scope of work, compensation structure based on unit pricing, and detailed requirements for data security and confidentiality, especially concerning student data, in compliance with SOPPA and FERPA. It covers various educational products like music, SEL, and health/PE curricula, along with associated services and technical specifications.
Sown To Grow, Inc. at Chicago Public Schools
Effective: Jul 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Services Agreement, effective July 1, 2025, is between Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and SOWN TO GROW, INC., for Educational Technology and Digital Resources. The contract's initial term runs until June 30, 2028, with renewal options. It details the scope of work, compensation based on a 'not-to-exceed' maximum and per-use pricing (per student/per school) rather than a fixed total. The agreement includes extensive general terms and conditions, specific product terms, and stringent data security and confidentiality protocols, particularly for student data, aligning with SOPPA and FERPA regulations.
Quavered Inc at Chicago Public Schools
Effective: Jul 1, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Services and Data Sharing Agreement, effective July 1, 2021, formalizes the relationship between Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and QUAVERED, INC. for providing educational technology products and services. The agreement, valid for three years with a one-year renewal option, outlines terms for the vendor to supply pre-qualified music and social-emotional learning curriculum resources for grades Pre-K to 8. It details compensation through purchase orders, stringent data privacy and security mandates (including SOPPA compliance), intellectual property rights, vendor responsibilities, background checks for personnel, and other operational provisions. The document emphasizes that compensation is based on actual products delivered via purchase orders, and specifies an aggregate 'not-to-exceed' amount that applies to all vendors in the Ed Tech pool, rather than a fixed total for this specific contract.
Character Strong LLC at Chicago Public Schools
Effective: Mar 17, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Master Agreement formalizes the provision of Social Emotional Learning Services by Character Strong LLC to Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The contract, effective March 17, 2022, and running until June 30, 2024, details the scope of curriculum, materials, and professional learning services. It outlines compensation through Purchase Orders and Task Orders, establishes data privacy and security protocols, especially for Student Data, and specifies personnel qualifications and performance standards. The agreement also includes provisions for renewals and various legal and operational requirements.
7 MINDSET ACADEMY, LLC at Chicago Public Schools
Effective: Jul 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This agreement represents the exercise of the first and second (final) options to renew the Social and Emotional Learning Products and Services Agreement between the Board of Education of the City of Chicago (CPS) and 7 Mindset Academy, LLC. The renewal term is effective from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2026. Services and compensation will continue as outlined in the original agreement, with a 'not-to-exceed' maximum compensation amount tied to Board Report No. 24-0425-PR5-2, but this amount is not explicitly stated in this document.
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Chicago Board of Education Standing Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Student Success Committee met to review several items before the regular board meeting. Discussions included the authorization for public comment on a new policy regarding identifying schools in good standing, remediation, and probation in compliance with state law. The committee also considered the renewal of the district's school improvement waiver, which allows for the banking of instructional time to facilitate full-day professional development for staff. Additionally, the committee discussed the introduction of a new health education policy.
Chicago Board of Education Operations Committee Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The committee meeting addressed two primary items for recommendation to the board. First, the authorization of a renewal agreement for pharmacy benefit management services with CVS Caremark, highlighting the importance of cost management for a self-funded health plan and the significant role of rebates. Second, the amendment and extension of a software products and services agreement with CDW Government and SHI International to ensure uninterrupted access to essential learning platforms and technology tools, while also noting efforts to increase student internship opportunities with vendor partners.
Chicago Board of Education Finance And Audit Committee Meeting
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The committee held a discussion regarding the state school funding system, specifically focusing on the evidence-based funding formula and the need for additional revenue to ensure equitable school funding. Presentations were made by external organizations advocating for progressive revenue policies, including a digital advertising tax, worldwide combined reporting for corporate tax filings, and a wealth tax on billionaires. The committee also touched upon the implementation of whole school safety policies and the potential for structural changes through a constitutional amendment to allow for a graduated income tax.
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