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 $29,572.00 (FY2024) effective October 26, 2023.
Tips to be successful in the Public Sector
- Thoroughly read, and follow, instructions to bidders
- Submit a complete bid or proposal response
- Be competitive
- 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)
Architectural & Engineering Services for Renovation of New GRPS PK-12 Montessori Campus at Riverside
Architectural & Engineering Services for Renovation of New GRPS PK-12 Montessori Campus at Riverside
Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) seeks professional design expertise to execute its Building Improvement Plan. The Professional Service Contractor (PSC) selected to design the renovation of Riverside Middle School to become the GRPS Montessori PK-12 Campus must provide the full range of architectural and engineering capabilities for the entire scope of work. Successful design and construction of our projects may also require the use of specialists in landscape architecture, interior design, acoustics, building restoration, energy efficiency, security, and technology. Implementing our Building Improvement Plan is a key component of the “Reimagine GRPS” and we seek the best consulting firms from our region to work collaboratively with our schools, communities, and administration.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2024. ALL PROPOSALS ARE TO BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 11:00 AM. Proposals submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Architectural & Engineering Services for Renovation of Houseman Field and Briggs Field
Architectural & Engineering Services for Renovation of Houseman Field and Briggs Field
Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) seeks professional design expertise to execute its Building Improvement Plan. The Professional Service Contractor (PSC) selected to design the Houseman Field Renovation and Briggs Field Renovation must provide the full range of architectural and engineering capabilities for the entire scope of work. Successful design and construction of our projects may also require the use of specialists in landscape architecture, interior design, acoustics, building restoration, energy efficiency, security, and technology.
THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024. ALL PROPOSALS ARE TO BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 11:00 AM. Proposals submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Contact Us
Accounts Payable
Call 616-819-2062
Email Accountspayable@grps.org
Accounts Receivable
Call 616-819-2061
Email Accountsreceivable@grps.org
