Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #RFP 27-0627E5-031
Buffalo Public Schools Crisis Management & Deescalation System with Staff Training
Posted
May 05, 2026
Respond By
May 22, 2026
Identifier
RFP 27-0627E5-031
NAICS
611430, 624190
Buffalo Public Schools is seeking a comprehensive crisis management and deescalation system for its 60 school buildings, serving approximately 30,000 students aged 3 to 22 with a wide range of cognitive abilities. - Government Buyer: - Buffalo Board of Education (Buffalo Public Schools), Bureau of Purchase - Products/Services Requested: - Crisis management and deescalation system suitable for all age levels and cognitive abilities - In-person staff training for up to 200 people during the summer, with additional training sessions available throughout the school year - Notable Requirements: - System must address needs of both verbal and non-verbal students - Training must be delivered in-person at Buffalo Public School locations - Ongoing training support required for new or additional staff - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Locations: - Place of performance: Buffalo Public Schools, Buffalo, NY - Contracting office: Bureau of Purchase, 816 City Hall, 65 Niagara Square, Buffalo, NY 14202
Description
Buffalo Public Schools is seeking proposals for a crisis management and deescalation system to support implementation of a crisis management system for their schools. The system must accommodate approximately 30,000 students across 60 school buildings, serving students aged 3 to 22 with diverse cognitive abilities, including verbal and non-verbal students. Proposals must include comprehensive in-person staff training on managing behavioral challenges, with the capacity to train up to 200 people during July and August 2026 and additional trainings throughout the school year. Electronic submission is allowed and encouraged via the BPS BONFIRE portal.