Opportunity
Chicago Public Schools Bonfire #26-1355
Prequalified Vendor Pool for Arts Education Services at Chicago Public Schools
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
26-1355
NAICS
611610
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is seeking to establish a prequalified vendor pool for Arts Education Services to expand access to diverse arts programs across its schools. - Government Buyer: - Chicago Public Schools (CPS) Procurement Department - Vendors and OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to arts organizations and service providers - Products/Services Requested: - Arts Education Services (provision of arts programs and instruction) - No part numbers or specific products; focus is on service delivery - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Providers must submit cost proposals, qualifications, references, financial statements, work history, licenses, MWBE compliance documents, and insurance - Compliance with student data handling and MWBE participation is required - Opportunity is for prequalification, enabling schools to select from a pool of approved arts education providers - Designed to streamline procurement and ensure compliance with district spending thresholds
Description
This solicitation aims to establish a comprehensive Prequalified Provider Pool for Arts Education Services. The objective is to maximize the diversity and quantity of qualified arts organizations available to schools. By qualifying a broad spectrum of vendors, schools are provided with an extensive menu of artistic programs and services. This process streamlines procurement and ensures schools can select the best-fit partners while remaining compliant with spending thresholds.