The solicitation seeks a K–8 reading and mathematics assessment for approximately 2,000 students. It also seeks personalized online instruction and teacher resources in reading, mathematics, and writing. The offerings are to be aligned to current standards.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Philippi
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
1,969
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
5400030
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
7
Mascot
School mascot.
Jaguars
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
300.5
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
74 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Sole Source:Skip; steer to cooperative purchasing instead.
Coops:Frequently procures through MSESC/AEPA, NASPO ValuePoint, and WV statewide cooperative programs; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Barbour County School District, WV:No discoverable sole source path. Do not pursue sole source; redirect to cooperative purchasing. Frame the pivot as aligning with WVDE Policy 8200 and using a pre-competed, transparent vehicle. No specific sole source dollar threshold cited.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Barbour County School District
Barbour County Board Of Education Regular Meeting Agenda
Date: Jun 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The agenda includes recognitions for students and staff, and reports on PRO officer updates and active shooter rapid evacuation exercises. Financial business includes the approval of payroll, payment of bills, travel reimbursements, and utility/copier expenses. The board will review fundraising requests, change orders for the CTE addition/renovation project, and a therapy services contract for the upcoming school year. Personnel actions involve reviewing resignations and approving various employee assignments, including teaching, administrative, support, and extra-curricular positions for the 2026-2027 school year.
Barbour County Board of Education Special Meeting
Date: May 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting agenda focuses on facilities and maintenance recommendations for the old gym at Philip Barbour High School, including the award of bids for floor removal and asbestos abatement, bleacher removal, the installation of a new gym floor, new bleachers, scoreboards, wall padding, backboards, lighting, and painting. Additionally, the agenda includes a recommendation for a paint booth for the CTC remodel and the acceptance of a principal's resignation at Belington Middle School.
Barbour County Board of Education Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Barbour County School District.
The board meeting included several key agenda items such as the recognition of various Teachers of the Year and student achievements. The board reviewed and approved the March 2026 financial report, budget adjustments, regular payroll, and the payment of various bills and travel reimbursements. Discussion and approval were conducted regarding fundraising activity requests, chaperone assignments for the high school prom, and curricular trips. Furthermore, the board addressed changes to the 2025-2026 school calendar, building and grounds use requests, personnel matters including resignations, employment assignments for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years, staff reductions in force, and the elimination of several professional and service positions. Finally, the board conducted an executive session to discuss personnel and reviewed the FY25 audited financial statements.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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