Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Macomb Community Unit School District 185.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Macomb
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
2,075
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1723920
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
5
Mascot
School mascot.
Bombers
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
306.34
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
39 / 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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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
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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Board meetings and strategic plans from Macomb Community Unit School District 185
The committee reviewed proposed changes to Board policies, administrative procedures, and exhibits. Specific discussion occurred regarding the intent of administrative procedure 6:250-AP, with a follow-up plan established to email the final version to committee members.
The Board discussed concerns regarding the condition of the middle school softball field, reviewed preparations for the upcoming general election, and received updates on the school year start, safety mandates, and various district programs including the tentative 2026-2027 budget. Additionally, the Board reviewed priority initiatives for the high school, terminated a contract with Journey 12, approved a School Resource Officer agreement with the City of Macomb, appointed a Homeless Liaison, and finalized extensive personnel recommendations including leaves, resignations, and new employment positions.
The Board discussed various operational and policy matters, including the potential implementation of open gate metal detectors, adjustments to the high school open lunch policy, and the future of the Journey 12 publication. Personnel actions, including staff leaves, retirements, and new hires across certificated and support staff, were approved. The Board reviewed and acted upon several board policy updates, set health insurance premiums, approved a fencing bid for an elementary school, and adopted the Tort Levy Risk Management Plan. Additionally, authorization was granted to place the tentative district budget on file for public inspection.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Macomb Community Unit School District 185 meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Macomb Community Unit School District 185.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership
