July 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Omaha Public Schools Board of Education and Educational Service Unit 19 Board Meeting

Rationale: 

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Rationale:  The Vision:  Every Student.  Every Day.  Prepared for Success.

The Mission:  To prepare all students for success in college, career, and life.

The Moonshot: All students will read on grade level by 2030.

Rationale:  The Treasurer's Report for May 2026 is attached for review.

Rationale:  At this time, any Board member may request that any item in the consent agenda be removed from the consent agenda and be considered and voted on separately. 

Rationale:  FUND: 4070, Depreciation Fund
PROGRAM: 2510, Business Support Services
DEPT: 7062100, Accounting & Finance Office
VENDOR:  CLO and Project Lead the Way
POLICIES: 6121, 7000. III
Total Amount:  $87,859.48

Administration issued requests for proposals for multiple curricular materials beginning in March 2025 for High School Career and Technical Education curriculum adoptions. Following receipt of proposals, Administration conducted a robust and thorough evaluation process including teacher review, field-testing, community review, further administrative review, additional teacher and research evaluation. In keeping with the provisions of Policy 6121, which requires approval by the Board of curricular materials, Administration presented its recommendations to the Curriculum Committee on February 25, 2026. The Curriculum Committee adopted those recommendations and presented them to the Board on March 9, 2026, as an information item. On April 20, 2026, the Board rejected portions of the Requests for Proposals where the District did not receive qualifying submissions or had very low favorability from teacher reviews after initial evaluation and field-testing. Administration has recommended, and the Curriculum Committee has agreed, to move forward with the purchase of additional materials and resources for these courses under Policy 7000, V. A. Academic Prerogative. The total amount of this purchase is $87,859.48.

Vendor	Products	Total
CLO	Student digital access, teacher digital access, annual subscription license for Textiles, Construction and Design (7-year digital access)	$73,500.00

PLTW

Student digital access, teacher digital access, teacher instructional resources for Civil Design and Engineering (Includes 7-year digital access, materials, and professional development)

$14,359.48

Rationale:  In keeping with the provisions of the Class V School Employee’s Retirement Act, CavMac Actuarial Consulting Services has determined that the District is required to make an additional contribution of $36,079,542.00 to the Omaha School Employees Retirement System.  As such, the Administration recommends approval to disburse $36,079,542.00 to the Omaha School Employees' Retirement System on or before August 31, 2026.

Rationale:  FUND:1 General Fund
PROGRAM: 2620 Maintenance School/District Buildings
DEPT. ID: Maintenance
SUPPLIER: Cerris Systems North Central
POLICY: 7000, V.C
AMOUNT: $158,811.00

Bryan High experienced a compressor failure resulted in the loss of air conditioning in late May.  A diagnostic evaluation determined that extensive motor and bearing damage required replacement of key components of the HVAC system. Due to the specialized nature of the equipment, the projected 4 to 6 weeks required to obtain and install replacement parts, and the limited timeframe to have repairs completed for the start of the school year, the District obtained competitive quotations from three qualified mechanical contractors pursuant to Board Policy No. 7000 V.C. (Emergency Repairs). Cerris Systems North Central, Inc. submitted the lowest responsible quote. The attached agreement provides for a fixed cost of $158,811.00. Completion of the project will restore reliable cooling capacity at Bryan High prior to the start of the school year, extend the useful life of the existing equipment, and avoid the higher cost and longer lead time associated with full equipment replacement. Administration recommends approval of the agreement in the amount of $158,811.00. Funding will be provided through the District’s approved facilities and capital maintenance budget.

Rationale:  FUND: 174  Title I - Support for Improvement
PROGRAM: 2330  Executive Administrative Services
DEPT. ID: 7072002  School Improvement 
SUPPLIER:  Leading Educators
POLICIES: 7000, III.K, 7000, VII.A, 7000, VII.D
AMOUNT: $566,956.00

FUND: 176  Title II A   Miscellaneous Federal Grants / Professional Learning
PROGRAM: 2330  Executive Administrative Services
DEPT. ID: 7072002  School Improvement 
SUPPLIER:  Leading Educators
POLICIES: 7000, III.K, 7000, VII.A, 7000, VII.D
AMOUNT: $269,491.00

FUND: 5195  ESU19 Educational Services / Comprehensive Statewide Literacy Development Grant
PROGRAM: 2251, Staff Development
DEPT. ID: 7043300 and 7045000, Staff Development Dept. and ESU19 Literacy
SUPPLIER:  Leading Educators
POLICIES: 7000, III.K, 7000, VII.A, 7000, VII.D
AMOUNT: $65,500.00  

Administration recommends approval of the attached agreements with Leading Educators to provide professional development training and assistance as part of the Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) Grant, Statewide Literacy Development Grant and Title IIA Professional Learning in support of our District’s Moonshot goal. As discussed more fully during the presentation to the Board on May 15, 2023, the CSI Grant is offered by the Nebraska Department of Education's (NDE) Accountability System (AQuESTT) to identify schools that need additional strategic instructional support.  CSI-designated schools submitted a continuous improvement plan to be approved by the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE).  As part of the various plans, the District and NDE have agreed that the District will provide additional professional development. The Nebraska Department of Education engaged this vendor as an approved implementation partner, and this agreement supports the district's next phase of scaling implementation across additional schools and staff. The District will continue its ongoing partnership with Leading Educators to provide professional development and assistance beginning July 2026 and ending June 30, 2027.  The total amount is $901,947.00. 

 

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) with MCL for Phase 4 construction services associated with the North High Stadium Project (Project Game On) in the amount of $667,104.00.

Phase 4 improvements include replacing the athletic locker systems in the existing men’s and women’s locker rooms, installing additional spectator seating at the competition track and field, and constructing amenities building(s) such as concessions and restrooms, and/or a new ticket building. The original agreement with APMA was approved by the Board on May 4, 2026.

Project Game On is a collaborative partnership among Omaha Public Schools, YMCA of Greater Omaha, the City of Omaha, The Lozier Foundation, The Sherwood Foundation, NewStreet Properties, Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture, and Emspace + Lovgren to deliver a transformational athletic stadium and community asset for North High School as part of a broader redevelopment initiative. The new stadium is being constructed on property immediately east of North High School that is currently owned by the YMCA.

The funding agreement approved by the Board on April 7, 2025, was conditioned, in part upon the District’s approval of the project design. The Board approved the site plan and design concept on July 17, 2025. Consistent with the approved funding agreement, all project costs, including design, construction, inspections, and testing services, will be fully funded through the Omaha Public Schools Foundation and its funding partners, with no District capital funding required for these improvements.

 

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached Amendment to the Agreement with Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture (APMA) for Phase 4 architectural design services associated with the North High Stadium Project (Project Game On) in the amount of $205,600.00. Phase 4 improvements include the replacement of athletic locker systems in the existing men’s and women’s locker rooms, installation of additional spectator seating at the competition track and field, construction of an amenities building containing concessions and restrooms, and construction of a new ticket building. A preliminary construction cost estimate prepared by the project’s Construction Manager at Risk for this scope of work is $1,838,681.00, as outlined in Exhibit B. The original agreement with APMA was approved by the Board on October 6, 2025.

Project Game On is a collaborative partnership among Omaha Public Schools, YMCA of Greater Omaha, the City of Omaha, The Lozier Foundation, The Sherwood Foundation, NewStreet Properties, Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture, and Emspace + Lovgren to deliver a transformational athletic stadium and community asset for North High School as part of a broader redevelopment initiative. The new stadium is being constructed on property immediately east of North High School that is currently owned by the YMCA. The funding agreement approved by the Board on April 7, 2025, was conditioned in part upon District approval of the project design. The Board approved the site plan and design concept on July 17, 2025. Consistent with the approved funding agreement, all project costs, including design, construction, inspections, and testing services, will be fully funded through the Omaha Public Schools Foundation and its funding partners, with no District capital funding required for these improvements.

Rationale:  FUND: 176  Miscellaneous Federal Grants /Title IVA
DEPT: 7105800  Student & Community Services
PROGRAM: 2110 Student & Community Services
POLICIES: 7000, V., G.
PROJECT: 499627
AMOUNT: $368,625.00
 
FUND:  176   Miscellaneous Federal Grants / Title IIA
DEPT:  7043300   Staff Development
PROGRAM:  2251   Staff Development
POLICIES:  7000, V., G.
PROJECT-466427
AMOUNT:  $368,625.00

Administration recommends approval of the attached consulting services agreement with District Management Group (DMG) for improvement coaching to support the implementation of attendance teams as follows:  
•    24 schools with 1 attendance team each for 2 cycles (8 weeks each)
•    9 schools with 1 MTSS B team each for 2 cycles (8 weeks each)

The list of participating schools is attached as Exhibit B. The District was engaged in a strategic partnership with the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) and DMG for improvement coaching. The Nebraska Department of Education engaged this vendor as an approved implementation partner, and this agreement supports the District's next phase of scaling implementation across additional schools and staff.  The total cost is $737,250.00 and is being paid with federal funds.

Rationale:  Per Board Policy 7000, Section VII.A., Administration recommends approval of an agreement with Beringer Ciaccio Dennell Mabrey, Inc. (BCDM Architects) to provide architectural and engineering services for the renovation of science learning spaces at Omaha North High School. The project will modernize science classrooms, laboratories, storage areas, greenhouse facilities, and specialized instructional spaces to support expanded programming in chemistry, environmental science, life sciences, medical sciences, physics, and emerging STEM pathways.

The renovation is designed to create contemporary, research-based learning environments that enhance hands-on instruction, scientific inquiry, and career readiness while supporting North High School’s long-standing tradition of excellence and innovation in science education. Planned improvements include classroom and laboratory reconfiguration, safety and infrastructure upgrades, technology integration, accommodations for specialized equipment, and enhancements to greenhouse facilities.

The Omaha Public Schools Foundation (OPSF) has designated BCDM Architects as the architect of record and MCL Construction as the construction manager for the project. This procurement is an exception to bidding requirements under Board Policy 7000, Section V.J. (Privately Funded Purchases). The total project budget is estimated at $4,000,000 and will be fully funded through third-party donor contributions administered by OPSF. The Board approved the associated funding agreement on June 15, 2026.

Under the terms of this agreement, BCDM Architects will provide architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering services through the design, construction documentation, bidding, and construction administration phases of the project. Compensation for these services is established at 7.5% of the total project budget, consistent with the agreement.

Construction is anticipated to be substantially complete by August 2027. This project supports the District’s commitment to providing high-quality learning environments that advance STEM education and prepare students for future academic and workforce opportunities.
There is no financial impact to the District, as all project costs will be funded through the Omaha Public Schools Foundation and its funding partners.

Rationale:  FUND: 31 Special Building Fund
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
DEPT. ID: 7166600 Schoolhouse Planning
VENDOR:   Hayes Commercial, LLC
POLICY: 7000, III.K, 7000, VII.A, 7000, VII.D   
AMOUNT:   $280,000.00

Administration recommends awarding Bid No. 26-042 and Contract to Hayes Commercial, LLC. for the OPS Gomez Heritage Elementary Boiler Replacement Project. This project will include the demolition of one (1) existing boiler and hot water expansion tank and associated piping and replace it with two (2) new high-efficiency hot water boilers and the installation of new heat exchangers to provide backup heat to an existing ground source heat pump loop. The existing boiler has reached the end of its useful service life and can no longer meet the building’s heating needs.

The District received five bid responses for this project. The bid submitted by Christopherson Mechanical was non-compliant as the original bid bond submitted was not signed. The bid submitted by Fluid Mechanical was non-compliant because the requested warranty and equipment specifications were not included. The bid received from Hayes Commercial, LLC, is the lowest compliant bidder. Funding for this project will be provided through the District’s Site and Building Fund, which is restricted to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of District facilities and may not be transferred to or used for General Fund purposes. The total bid price is $280,000.00.

Bids received were:

Vendor	Base Bid
*Hayes Commercial, LLC	$280,000.00
Boiler Chiller Systems	$286,600.00
Extreme Mechanical	$329,818.00
Christopherson Mechanical	$218,483.00	Non-Compliant
Fluid Mechanical	$267,800.00	Non-Compliant

*Apparent Low Bidder meeting the specifications.                                                                            

For complete bid documentation contact barakat.elshalaby@ops.org.

Rationale:  FUND: 1    General Fund
PROGRAM: 2520 Transportation
DEPT: 7162800 Student Transportation
SUPPLIER: Old Castle Materials Midwest Co dba Omni Engineering   
POLICY: 7000, VII., 7000, III. D
AMOUNT: $398,713.55    

Administration recommends awarding Bid No. 26-050 for the OPS Service Center Parking Lot Improvement Project to Old Castle Materials Midwest Co. (dba Omni Engineering) in the amount of $398,713.55, including the accepted alternate.

The project includes the removal and replacement of existing curbs, gutters, pavement, site lighting, chain-link fencing, portions of the retaining wall, and associated earthwork. Improvements are necessary due to multiple failures of the existing segmental retaining wall between the upper and lower bus parking lots, which have created unsafe conditions for staff and vehicles, rendering both lots too hazardous to continue parking OPS buses.   The project will replace the failing retaining wall with a stabilized sloped grade between the parking lots.

Administration further recommends acceptance of Alternate No. 1 for the construction of a new storm drainage system in the upper parking lot to improve site drainage at an additional cost of $17,242.00 to prevent future issues with water damage to the retaining wall.

The District received three bids in response to this solicitation, with Old Castle Materials Midwest Co. (dba Omni Engineering) submitting the lowest responsive and responsible bid.

Bids received were:

Vendor	Base Bid	Alternate #1
*Omni Engineering	$381,471.55	$17,242.00
Downs Electric	$523,000.00	$10,100.00
Byrne & Jones Construction	$599,875.00	$43,750.00

*Apparent Low Bidder meeting the specifications.
                                                                            
For complete bid documentation contact barakat.elshalaby@ops.org.

Rationale:  FUND: 31 Special Building Fund 
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services 
DEPT.: 7166600 Schoolhouse Planning
SUPPLIER: Kingery Construction Co.
POLICIES:  7000, IV.C. 
AMOUNT:  $1,214,348.92
 
Administration recommends approval of change orders No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 for Bid No. 26-030 to Kingery Construction Co. for the OPS - Transportation South Interior Office Improvements Project, which was approved by the Board on April 6, 2026. Funding for this project is provided through the Districts Special Building Fund, which is restricted to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of District facilities and may not be transferred to or used for General Fund purposes.

Changes are as follows:

Change Order No. 1:

PR-1

Provide modifications due to code compliance: Eliminate two single-user restrooms per the original plan and construct one single-user restroom and a hallway to connect the break room to multiple-occupant restrooms.  Modify stairs to achieve a continuous fire rating. Add a vestibule on the west side of the building for required first-floor egress. Widen ADA ramp from 4’ to 5’. Add ambulatory stalls to men’s restroom 119 and women’s restroom 118. Provide Modifications due to Unforeseen Conditions: Upgrade the stair enclosure to meet the 1-hour fire rating. Remove second-floor ceilings to inspect metal roof decking. Move the location of walls and doors to the column location that was embedded in the existing wall.

Add

$ 14,699.80

Change Order No. 2:
 

PR-2

During construction, unforeseen long-standing deterioration of the existing roof structure, including roof decking and framing members, and likely predating Omaha Public Schools’ possession of the facility, was discovered. To safely continue the planned interior improvements, the roofing systems in Areas A, AA, B, C, and F must be replaced. The additional scope of work includes replacement of metal roof decking, structural modifications, insulation, cover board, roof drain relocation, storm sewer tie-ins, flashing, and installation of a new roof membrane. Due to these necessary repairs and improvements, the project's substantial completion date will be extended by 112 calendar days.

Add

$ 862,399.34

Change Order No. 3:

PR-2 Alternate

Provide replacement of roofing beyond the current interior project footprint to include roof areas D, E, and G. These roof areas would require replacement for Phase 2 of the project soon, and completing them concurrently with the required roof areas allows for cost savings and efficiencies in improving the building envelope.

Deduct

$ 337,249.78

 

Total Amount of Change Order No. 1 Add	$ 14,699.80
Total Amount of Change Order No. 2 Add	$ 862,399.34
Total Amount of Change Order No. 3 Add	$ 337,249.78
Original Contract Amount:	$ 2,081,200.00
Previously Approved Changes:	$ 0.00
Change Order No. 1, 2, & 3 Combined	$ 1,214,348.92
Total Revised Contract Amount:	$ 3,295,548.92
Amount Paid to Date	$ 239,535.00
Amount Remaining	$ 3,056,013.92

Rationale:  FUND: 31 Special Building Fund 
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services 
DEPT.: 7166600 Schoolhouse Planning
SUPPLIER: Kingery Construction Co.
POLICIES:  7000, IV.C.  
AMOUNT:  $42,599.68
 
Administration recommends approval of change order No. 002 for Bid No. 26-036 to Kingery Construction Co. for the OPS - TAC Student & Community Services Renovation Project which was approved by the Board on March 23, 2026. Funding for this project is provided through the District's Site and Building Fund, which is restricted to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of District facilities and may not be transferred to or used for General Fund purposes.
Changes are as follows:
 

PCO 017

Provide required demolition and construction of new walls, doors, ceilings, and finishes to convert one existing classroom and one existing storage room into two classrooms that will be utilized by the Yates Program.

Add

$42,599.68

 

Total Amount of Change Order No. 002 Add	$ 5,350.88
Original Contract Amount:	$ 1,436,600.00
Previously Approved Changes:	$ 5,350.88
Change Order No. 002 - Add	$ 42,599.68
Total Revised Contract Amount:	$1,484,550.56
Amount Paid to Date	$363,942.79
Amount Remaining	$1,120,607.77

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report A is a listing of all District expenditures and are organized and presented to the Board by which fund the expenditure is being made from (e.g. General Fund, Bond Fund, etc.).

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of funds for which the District serves as custodian.  Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report B is a listing of expenditures from the various Student Activity Funds for which the Board serves as custodian.

Rationale:  Board Members are prohibited by Nebraska law from voting on items which may personally benefit them.  Expenditures which may personally benefit individual Board Members are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a separate Claims Report in order to permit those Board Members to abstain from voting on items which may personally benefit them.  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Claims Report C is a listing of expenditures that may relate to individual Board Members or Organizations that employ them.

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Payroll expenditures are presented to the Board for ratification in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report D is a summary of payrolls processed and is presented by payroll and pay date.

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Payroll expenditures are presented to the Board for ratification in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report E is an estimation of payrolls to be processed prior to the next Board meeting and is presented by payroll and pay date.  Board authorization is requested for amounts not to exceed the totals in the Claims Report.

Rationale:  The Board of Education serves as the Board of Educational Service Unit 19.  The Board of Educational Service Unit 19 is required to approve all expenditures of District funds as well as funds for which the District serves as custodian.  Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report.  Educational Service Unit No. 19 Claims Report is a listing of all expenditures to be paid from the Education Service Unit's funds.

Rationale:  State Statue 79-584 requires the Secretary to the Board of Education to audit all accounts of the Class V school district and to submit that audit to the Board of Education Audit Committee for review and approval.   The objective of the audit is to obtain and review sufficient claim documentation to determine the risk of material misstatement.   The audit methodology is set forth on the Claims Audit Report.

Rationale:  Fund: 1, General Fund
Program: 1100, Regular Instruction
Dept ID: 7192010, Elementary Education Admin
Supplier: Lu Ann Jacobs
Policy: 7000, III.K, 7000 V.D.
Amount: $85,000.00

Administration recommends approving the attached consulting services agreement with LuAnn Jacobs to support literacy instruction, literacy leaders, and professional learning in literacy, including providing services to elementary teachers, staff, and instructional leaders. The Board of Education approved consulting agreements for Ms. Jacobs for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 to provide support and mentoring to principals, along with services to instructional leadership, teacher support, and continuous improvement. The attached agreement is for continued consultation services from August 2026 through May 2027 and will not exceed an average of 20 hours per week each month at $100 per hour. The total cost of the agreement is $85,000.00.

Rationale:  Fund: 176, Perkins Grant
Program: 2211, Career and Tech Ed Support
Dept. ID: 7196010, Career & Technical Education
Project: 471927, Perkins State CTE
Vendor: The New Teacher Project
Amount: $126,789.00

Administration recommends entering into a Consulting Services Agreement with The New Teacher Project (TNTP) to provide professional learning and strategic consulting services that support the implementation of the Science of Reading within Career and Technical Education (CTE) classrooms. Through this agreement, TNTP will partner with District leaders and CTE curriculum writing teams to provide strategic advice, facilitate professional learning for CTE teachers, and develop a CTE-specific classroom observation and coaching tool aligned to evidence-based literacy practices. These services will strengthen instructional practices, support high-quality curriculum implementation, and advance the District's commitment to improving literacy outcomes and post secondary readiness for all students. The agreement is effective through May 31, 2027, for a total cost of $126,789.00 and will be funded through reimbursed federal Perkins grant funds.

Rationale:  Funds: 1, 153   General Fund, Special Education - IDEA
Department: 7194010   Special Education Administration
Programs: 1214, 1215, 1222, 1231, 1234, 1235,1236, 1265, 1266, 1270 - Speech Therapy School Age, Speech Therapy Ages 3-5, Nursing Services, Nonpublic Therapists, Nonpublic Teachers, Tuition to Agencies
Project: 461027, 460027 - IDEA Base/EP Grant
Policy: 7000 
Amount:  $2,593,980.00

Administration recommends approval of the attached annual Special Education Services contracts.  Every year, the Special Education Division, within Curriculum and Instruction Support, negotiates and renews contracts with outside agencies for special education services that are required under Rule 51 and Rule 52.  This is the first set of agency contracts going to the Board of Education for approval for the 2026-2027 school year and is part of the District's annual practice.  In keeping with the provisions in Policy 7000, contracts that may exceed $50,000 are being placed on the agenda for Board of Education approval. Attached you will find: a service provider rate sheet, contracts and a contract cost sheet for your review for contracts that exceed or may exceed $50,000. The contract rate sheet includes NDE approved rates for services that need to be purchased by Omaha Public Schools from outside agencies that will provide special education services to students ages birth-21. The contract cost sheet includes the agency, address, type of service the agency provides, the estimated number of students that receive services from that agency and 2026-2027 contract rate. The sheet includes an estimate of the total cost for special education services provided by contract agencies. The rates and contracts are budgeted for within the 2026-2027 school year. Per their agreement with Omaha Public Schools, all providers must receive NDE approval to provide special education and related services. The total cost to the District for this group is estimated to be $2,593,980.00 and is an allowable reimbursable special education expenditure. 
 

Rationale:  FUND: 53390 Other Contracted Transportation Services
PROGRAM: 2760 Special Education (77%)
PROGRAM: 3102 Early Childhood Education (23%)
DEPT: 7162800 Transportation Services
SUPPLIER: Collaborative Student Transportation (CST)
POLICY:  7000.V.B.
AMOUNT:  $1,503,125.00 (Estimated)

Administration recommends approval of this one-year contract with two one-year options with Collaborative Student Transportation (CST) per Bid No. 26-028 for Transportation Services for Title 1, Pre-Kindergarten, and Homeless Students for 2026-2027. On May 4, 2026, the Board of Education approved award for collaborative Student Transportation for contract services.

Transportation services for these student populations have been provided by third-party suppliers since 2017.  

The projected cost for transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year is $1,503,125.00 of the projected $2,963,532.00 cost for Title 1, Pre-Kindergarten and Homeless Students provided by both CST and HopSkipDrive, Inc. based on anticipated usage consistent with the 2025-2026 school year. Actual expenditure will be based on student needs, and this projection does not include additional costs for aides, after-hours services, or standby services due to the variable and unpredictable nature of those needs. The estimated contract total for the 2026-2027 school year is $1,503,125.00.

Rationale:  FUND: 53390 Other Contracted Transportation Services 
PROGRAM: 2760 Special Education (77%) 
PROGRAM:    3102 Early Childhood Education (23%) 
DEPT: 7162800 Transportation Services  
SUPPLIER: HopSkipDrive, Inc.
POLICY: 7000.V.B.  
AMOUNT: $1,460,407.00 (Estimated)

Administration recommends approval of this one-year contract with two one-year options with HopSkipDrive, Inc., per Bid No. 26-028 for Transportation Services for Title 1, Pre-Kindergarten, and Homeless Students for 2026-2027. On May 4, 2026, the Board of Education approved award for HopSkipDrive, Inc. for contract services.

Transportation services for these student populations have been provided by third-party suppliers since 2017.   
 
The projected cost for transportation services for the 2026-2027 school year is $1,460,407.00 of the projected $2,963,532.00 cost for Title 1, Pre-Kindergarten and Homeless Students provided by both CST and HopSkipDrive, Inc. based on anticipated usage consistent with the 2025-2026 school year. Actual expenditure will be based on student needs, and this projection does not include additional costs for aides, after-hours services, or standby services due to the variable and unpredictable nature of those needs. The estimated contract total for the 2026-2027 school year is $1,460,407.00.

Rationale:  FUND: 31 Special Building Fund
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
DEPT. ID: 7166600 Schoolhouse Planning
VENDOR:   Dostals Construction Company, Inc.
POLICY: 7000, III.K, 7000, VII.A, 7000, VII.D  
AMOUNT:   $213,700.00

Administration recommends approval of the contract with Dostals Construction Co. Inc., for the Jefferson Elementary School Playground Improvements Project from Bid No. 26-031, which was awarded to Dostals Construction Co. Inc., at the June 1, 2026 Board Meeting. The project includes the removal of the existing primary playground equipment and gravel fall protection and replacement with new playground equipment and new unitary rubber surfacing for improved fall protection. The current playground equipment is no longer inclusive of all abilities and has reached the end of its useful service life.  Funding for this project will be provided through the Districts Site and Building Fund, which is restricted to the ongoing maintenance and improvement of District facilities and may not be transferred to or used for General Fund purposes. The total price of the contract is $213,700.00.
 

Rationale:  Fund: 1 General Fund
Dept. ID: 7062700 Research Office
Account: 54110 Tests
Policies: 7000, III. K., 7000, VII.A., 7000, V. A.
Vendor: ACT
Amount: $65,064.00

Administration recommends approval of a Data Protection Agreement (DPA) with CogAt (Riverside Insights Training Academy) Training and Cognitive Testing for Second Grade Students for the term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, to provide assessment for identification for gifted and talented program.  This item was previously on the June 15, 2026, Board agenda with the incorrect DPA. The correct DPA has been attached for approval.

Rationale:  FUND: 1 General Fund
PROGRAM: Various District Programs
DEPT: Various District Departments
SUPPLIER: 12647 Simplified Office Solutions Inc. 
POLICIES:   7000 III.K, 7000 VII.A
AMOUNT: $160,200.00 (projected)

Administration recommends exercising the first of three one-year option terms with Simplified Office Solutions Inc., to purchase Multifunctional Printers, Printer Accessories, Parts, and Toner as the products are requested throughout the District. Simplified Office Solutions also provides staff training, replacement/spare parts, and service as requested in accordance with the contract approved by the Board of Education on August 5, 2024. This agreement includes the option to extend the Agreement for three one-year terms. This extension will be effective from August 1, 2026, through July 31, 2027. The cost of the contract is dependent on the number of printers and printer parts purchased. Based on current usage, the District projects an annual spend of $160,200.00 on multifunction printers (MFPs), printer accessories, parts, and toner.

Rationale:  FUND:  1 General Fund
PROGRAM: 2610 Operations of Plants
DEPT. ID: 7166700 Environmental/Safety
SUPPLIER: Waste Management of Nebraska
POLICY: 7000, IV, C
AMOUNT: $620,000.00

Administration recommends the acceptance of the second of two possible one-year options to extend the Agreement with Waste Management of Nebraska, Inc. The original agreement was approved by the Board of Education on July 17, 2023, and the first one-year option was approved on August 18, 2025.  This final one-year option provides ongoing waste removal at all sites through July 31, 2027.  All terms and conditions of the agreement already approved remain in effect. Based on current usage, the projected cost of this one-year extension is $620,000.00.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Service Employees International Union Local 226 (Transportation Division).  The District and the Transportation Division, as part of the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) being approved today for the 2026-2027 school year, have agreed to implement employee uniforms beginning the last day of the contract year.  Since the 2026-27 Agreement expires before the 2027-2028 school year begins, the parties agreed to enter into a separate MOA regarding the uniform agreement which extends beyond the CBA and is intended to further affirm that commitment.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Service Employees International Union Local 226 (Local 226). The District remains short of paraprofessionals for special education services. The parties agree that the number of open special education paraprofessional positions is such that they could be contracted out without adversely affecting Local 226 paraprofessionals. As such, the MOU will permit the District to contract out special education paraprofessional services between August 1, 2026, and July 31, 2027. The MOU sets forth certain additional conditions including that the District will return positions to Local 226 as new paraprofessionals are hired or existing paraprofessionals bid on them, and that Local 226 and the District will meet periodically to review hiring progress and open positions.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Service Employees International Union Local 226 (Transportation Division).  The District is currently experiencing a shortage of drivers for its transportation routes.  The parties are in agreement that the number of open routes is such that the District could contract out those routes without adversely affecting Local 226 drivers.  As such, the MOU will permit the District to contract out open routes when vacancies cannot be filled in a timely manner, when staffing shortages occur, and for non-routine transportation needs between August 1, 2026, and July 31, 2027. 

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached agreement with the Omaha Education Association to provide covered employees who enrolled in, were admitted into, and successfully complete the Science of Reading course with the choice of either 3 graduate credit hours through Wayne State College or a stipend in the amount of one thousand, three hundred dollars ($1,300.00).  Nebraska Revised Statute 79-2602 requires that all PK-3 teachers in Nebraska be trained in an approved professional development course.  Those teachers currently participate in a program through the University of Nebraska at Omaha and receive the same choice of credit or stipend.  This MOU will extend those same benefits to covered employees beyond grade 3.  Participation in the Science of Reading is in direct support of the Moonshot.  This agreement applies to the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. 

Rationale:  Administration recommends Board approval of a Right-of-Way Agreement and Temporary Easement with the City of Omaha for the North 24th Street Streetscape Project adjacent to District-owned property located at 3300 N. 24th Street (Lothrop Elementary School). The agreement grants a temporary construction easement to support public infrastructure improvements associated with the streetscape project. Under the agreement, the District will receive total compensation of $4,090, consisting of $1,800 for the temporary easement and $2,290 for landscaping impacts. 

The temporary easement provides the City and its contractors access to the property for construction purposes and will terminate 30 days following project completion, with actual use not to exceed 548 calendar days unless extended under the terms of the agreement. The City is responsible for restoring disturbed areas to a condition similar to their pre-construction state upon completion of the work. 

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached collective bargaining agreement with SEIU Local 226 (Paraprofessionals Division) for the 2026-27 School Year. The Division will receive a 2.91% total package increase for the contract year. The agreement includes language to offset health insurance premiums to ensure employees do not make less than the previous year.  Administration recommends Board approval of the attached agreement which has been ratified by Local 226.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached collective bargaining agreement with Service Employees International Union Local 226 (Nutrition Services Division) for the 2026-27 School Year which has been ratified by Local 226. The District will continue to provide a $1200 deductible health plan and will increase its health insurance premium contribution by 5%. While employees will cover the remainder of the premium increase, the District has agreed to ensure that no employee shall suffer a reduction in gross pay resulting from the increased health insurance premium contribution. The total package cost of the one-year agreement is 3.17%.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached collective bargaining agreement with Service Employees International Union Local 226 (Social Workers Division) for the 2026-27 School Year which has been ratified by Local 226. The District will continue to provide a $1200 deductible health plan and will increase its health insurance premium contribution by 5%. While employees will cover the remainder of the premium increase, the District has agreed to ensure that no employee shall suffer a reduction in gross pay resulting from the increased health insurance premium contribution. This is a one-year agreement with the Social Workers bargaining unit and upon completion of a comparability analysis, it was determined that Social Workers should be compensated utilizing the teacher salary scale resulting in a 4.76% increase over the current year.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached collective bargaining agreement with Service Employees International Union Local 226 (Transportation Division) for the 2026-27 School Year which has been ratified by Local 226. The District will continue to provide a $1200 deductible health plan and will increase its health insurance premium contribution by 5%. While employees will cover the remainder of the premium increase, the District has agreed to ensure that no employee shall suffer a reduction in gross pay resulting from the increased health insurance premium contribution. The total package cost of the one-year agreement is 2.68%.

Rationale:  FUND: 155, Reimbursable Grants
PROGRAM: 3201, Early Childhood Education
DEPT: 7192010, Elementary Education Admin.
PROJECT: 432827
SUPPLIER: Teaching Strategies 
POLICIES: 7000, III. K, 7000, VII.A., 6121
AMOUNT: $867,117.64

Administration recommends approval of the attached Agreement and Data Protection Agreement with Teaching Strategies to purchase Kick Start Literacy to support students and teachers in the early childhood program. The District undertook systemic review of its early childhood curriculum and as part of that process, the District issued Request for Proposal P003-26 in October 2025. Utilizing guidance and rubrics, high-quality instructional materials, professional learning, and student resources were selected based on an analysis of best practices, teacher reviews, field-testing, bias reviews, and community reviews consistent with the Curriculum Development Cycle and in keeping with provision of Policy 6121 and Policy 7000. At this time, Administration also recommends the purchase of additional creative curriculum units of study to supplement the current curriculum.  On June 3, 2026, the Administration presented its findings and recommendations to the Curriculum Committee. The Curriculum Committee recommends approval to enter into agreement with Teaching Strategies for curriculum materials and resources to support literacy in the Early Childhood Program.  The total awarded price is $867,117.64.

Rationale:  FUND: 4005 Nutrition Services
PROGRAM: 54630 Computer Peripherals
DEPT: 7165000 Nutrition Services Administration
SUPPLIER: Riverside Technologies Inc.
POLICIES: 7000, III. K.,7000, V. B.
AMOUNT: $134,415.00

Administration recommends approval to purchase eighty-seven (87)  HP Tower devices to replace outdated and aging equipment across all District schools, cafeterias, including all (9) high schools, all (13) middle schools, and all (65) elementary schools. This purchase will directly support Nutrition Services operations and ensure equitable access to reliable technology across all District sites. Replacing the existing equipment with updated hardware will improve system performance, enhance operational efficiency, and support ongoing Nutrition Services processes.

The proposed devices are fully compatible and support the goal of ensuring all staff are assigned a device no older than four (4) years and compatible with Windows 11. This purchase utilizes NASPO Master Agreement #23011 under State Contract #15919OC, which is an exception to bidding under policy 7000 V.B. (Cooperative Purchases). The total projected cost for this purchase is $134,415.00 and is funded by the National School Lunch Program Fund.

Rationale:  FUND:     1 General Fund
PROGRAM:  2750 Student Transportation Regular (1%)
PROGRAM:  2760 Transportation SPED School Age (3%)
PROGRAM:  3102 Early Childhood SPED Trans (1.16%)
PROGRAM:  2520 Transportation Other (94.84%)
DEPT ID:  7162800 Transportation
SUPPLIER: All Makes Office Equipment Inc. ($148,332.61)
SUPPLIER: Global Industrial Supply ($9,337.72) 
SUPPLIER: School Outfitters LLC.  ($23,119.06)            
POLICIES: 7000, III.J, 7000, VII.B
AMOUNT:   $180,789.39

Administration recommends the purchase of office desks, office chairs, file cabinets, side tables, nesting tables, counter stools, stack chairs, reception seating and cafeteria tables. These items will be purchased from All Makes Office Equipment, Inc., Global Industrial Supply and School Outfitters Inc., utilizing the Omina & TIPS Cooperative Contracts identified below. This purchase includes shipping, delivery and set-up. All items will be used at the new Transportation South site located at 5402 L Street, which will serve as office space, maintenance and a ready room for Omaha Public Schools bus drivers and aides.

The District will utilize pricing on the Omnia contract #240102 ($40,005.64), Omnia contract #240108 ($4,490.92), Omnia contract #240117($88,371.83) and the regional Educational Tips Contracts #230102 ($28,249.78), which is an exception to normal bidding procedures outlined in Policy 7000 V. B., (Cooperative Purchases).  The total purchase from all contracts with freight is $180,789.39. The furniture will be delivered in the Fall for use in the 2026/2027 school year.  
 

SUPPLIER	SUPPLIER ITEM	ITEM DESCRIPTION	QTY	ITEM PRICE EACH	EXTENDED PRICE	CONTRACT NUMBER
All Makes	HCFEU	Hon Ch 1. Cofi Chair	12	$541.32	$6,495.84	* R240117
All Makes	HIWMM. Y2	Hon Ch 2 Ignition Chair	21	$395.46	$8,304.66	* R240117
All Makes	HIGS6	Hon Ch 3 w/ Ignition Guest Chair w/arms	34	$296.40	$10,077.60	* R240117
All Makes	HIGS6	Hon Ch 3.1 Ignition Guest Chair/ no arms	34	$281.97	$9,586.98	* R240117
All Makes	HPMMV-LV2PO	Hon ST-1 Etch Counter Stool	8	$208.26	$1,666.08	* R240117
All Makes	HASLB3MF	Hon L-1 Astir Lounge Low Back Lines 1-4	1	$8,741.85	$8,741.85	* R240117
All Makes	GLIRS17-011	Allsteel L-2 Iris lounge chair Gunlocke	1	$2,224.44	$2,224.44	* R240102
All Makes	GSRA16-041	Allsteel L-3 Gunlocke Genesee Swivel Chair	6	$1,300.92	$7,805.52	* R240102
All Makes	N84L3A	Kimbal L-4 Collette Sofa -National	1	$4,490.92	$4,490.92	* R240108
All Makes	GS3STAT7284L-AWW	Allsteel Exec Office 1 - Gunlocke Silea	1	$14,895.61	$14,895.61	* R240102
All Makes	GD2EXB-84CW	Allsteel Exec Table-1 36 x 84 Rectangle w/power- Gunlocke	1	$4,962.59	$4,962.59	* R240102
All Makes	GM2NTTRD18H19-S	Allsteel Exec Table- 2 18" round side tables- Gunlocke	2	$1,364.86	$2,729.72	* R240102
All Makes	HTLA48168 w/power	Hon Table-1 Preside 48 x 168 Racetrack Table	1	$2,121.92	$2,121.92	* R240117
All Makes	HTLSCUPRTBL	Hon Table-2 Scuplt Personal Table	3	$386.08	$1,158.24	* R240117
All Makes	ELF336NI	Allsteel Storage- 1 3- drawer 36" Wide	4	$831.60	$3,326.40	* R240102
All Makes	ESC336I	Allsteel Storage 2- 36" W Storage Cabinet	2	$672.40	$1,344.80	* R240102
All Makes	ISLAUTNPNB7218S2	Allsteel Accessory 2- Laminate File Top	3	$201.96	$605.88	* R240102
All Makes	HCWTSBL29/HCWTSFTS42G	Hon Table 3 - 42" Soft Square Table	1	$725.42	$725.42	* R240117
All Makes	H10592/H105012/H105014/H10561X	Hon Desk 1- L unit 30 x 72 w/48 return	1	$1,508.96	$1,508.96	* R240117
All Makes	HNLRC3072	Hon Desk 2- 30 x72 desk w/48" return L unit	5	$1,608.36	$8,041.80	* R240117
All Makes	HNLRC3066	Hon Desk 3- 30 x 66 Single Ped Desk	2	$986.31	$1,972.62	* R240117
All Makes	HNLHATRC3072-F	Hon Desk 4- 30 x 72 Height adj desk w/48" L	3	$2,837.07	$8,511.21	* R240117
All Makes	HNLRC2448	Hon Desk 5- L unit with Hutch	2	$3,210.81	$6,421.62	* R240117
All Makes	HNLHATRC3672-FK	Hon Desk 6- Height adjust. L unit	1	$4,072.45	$4,072.45	* R240117
All Makes	HMVR-1860G-FX	Hon Table 4- 18 x 60 Table	1	$464.36	$464.36	* R240117
All Makes	HMPT2460NS	Hon Table 5- 24 x 60 Nesting Table	8	$356.44	$2,851.52	* R240117
All Makes	HMPT2472NS	Hon Table 6- 24 x 72 Nesting Table	15	$376.58	$5,648.70	* R240117
All Makes	AW4LECT	Allsteel Lectern 1- 43.8H x 26" Deep	1	$2,110.68	$2,110.68	* R240102
School Outfitters	LNT-GNI3028	Learniture Elliptical Mobile Cafeteria Table	13	$1,531.62	$19,911.06	** 230301
Global Industrial	250606BLA	Interion Stacking Chair with Mid Back, Plastic, Blue	152	$54.86	$8,338.72	** 230301

 *Omnia Cooperative Contracts
**Tips Cooperative Contracts


 

Rationale:  FUND: 1 General
PROGRAM: 2520 Transportation - Other
DEPT.ID: 7162800 Transportation
SUPPLIER: Genuine Parts Company (Doing Business As, NAPA Auto Parts)
POLICY: 7000, V.B.
AMOUNT: $157,747.60  

Administration recommends approval to purchase the below vehicle maintenance equipment from Genuine Parts Company Doing Business As, NAPA Auto Parts, utilizing contract Sourcewell 1000124-GPC and #412125 Napa quote. This purchase provides the equipment necessary to equip the Transportation Department's additional facility and support continued operational growth. The expansion will improve efficiency by allowing the South facility to house approximately half of the department's fleet and personnel. The equipment acquired through this supplier quote will contribute to a fully operational maintenance area, ensuring the New Transportation South location has the resources necessary to meet its ongoing maintenance and service requirements. For the District's bus and vehicle fleet. This purchasing method is authorized as an exception to the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Board Policy 7000, V. B (Cooperative Purchases). The total cost will be $157,747.60.
 

Part Number	Line	Description	Qty	Net	Extended Total
ARO22N101BL	RTY	LIFT	1	$47,999.99	$47,999.99
MCHM414	RTY	MOBILE COLUMN LIFT	1	$46,999.99	$46,999.99
6450-3D-LEA	CTC	Coats Wheel Balancer 6450 Dire	1	$20,999.00	$20,999.00
395-1005	BK	OIL PUMP REEL PACK	3	$1,999.00	$5,997.00
PACA07001A1	POR	PORTABLE COOLER	4	$1,499.99	$5,999.96
4858007000	RTI	SHOP CRANE	1	$4,999.99	$4,999.99
34788NI	ROB	AIR CONDITIONING CART	1	$4,699.99	$4,699.99
MS909CV	ATD	MS909CV TABLET	1	$4,199.99	$4,199.99
821-1359	BK	3/8INX50FT HOSE REEL	15	$279.99	$4,199.85
LIC6917	BKN	LUBRICATION UNIT	1	$1,470.00	$1,470.00
2146Q1MAX	IR	3 4IN IMPACT	2	$599.99	$1,199.98
6530	OTC	SERVICE TOOL	1	$599.99	$599.99
271	FNY	140 MP WELDER	1	$525.00	$525.00
55935	FNY	WELDING HELMET	1	$109.99	$109.99
Part Number	Line	Description	Qty	Net	Extended Total
770-4562	BK	ECONO AIR RIVETER 1 4	1	$399.99	$399.99
W4072	PTT	DRAIN TUB	8	$49.99	$399.92
1711	FNY	HD TORCH KIT	1	$489.99	$489.99
700-3701	BK	27 PC COLING SYS PT KT	2	$349.99	$349.99
DWE402	DEW	4.5 ANGLE GRINDER	3	$119.00	$357.00
400 80023 00	RTI	UNIT ATX280	1	$5,749.99	$5,749.99

 

Rationale:  FUND:    1 General Fund
PROGRAM: 2520 Transportation - Other
DEPT.ID: 7162800 Transportation
SUPPLIER: Mohawk Lifts , LLC
POLICY: 7000 , V.G
AMOUNT: $70,098.08  

Administration recommends approval to purchase Maintenance and Equipment for the New Transportation South Location.  Equipment being purchased for this site includes: Diagnostic and Alignment Package, Wide Angle extender, right and left adapters, dock door mirror, (4) different tire changing stations for tire variation. This purchase provides the equipment necessary to equip the Transportation Department's additional facility and support continued operational growth. The expansion will improve efficiency by allowing the South facility to house approximately half of the department's fleet and personnel. The equipment acquired through these Cooperative agreements. Ne Contract Mohawk #15991-Oc, and Ne Nebraska State Contract 15919-OC, will contribute to a fully operational maintenance area, ensuring the Transportation Department has the resources necessary to meet its ongoing maintenance and service requirements for the District's bus and vehicle fleet.  This purchasing method is authorized as an exception to the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Board Policy 7000, V.B. (Cooperative Purchases).  The total cost will be $70,098.08.
 

PART #	DESCRIPTION	QTY	LIST PRICE	CONTRACT PRICE	TOTAL
HAWKELITEX	HawkEye Elite~ X wheel alignment + diagnostics + ADAS package. Includes ADASLink. Xpandable to Ultimate ADAS~ Mobile bay to bay with 32-inch widescreen monitor. Red.	1	$ 51,743.43	$ 40,042.41	$ 40,042.41
20-2511-1	Wide Angle Extender Target Kit-Includes Left Wide-Angle Adaptor, Right Wide -ngle Adaptor and Bay ID Decals. Used for additional measurements, such as max steer and 20~ caster steers.	1	$ 278.55	$ 215.56	$ 215.56
213-47-2	Convex Mirror  20" x 30".	1	$ 198.09	$ 153.30	$ 153.30
TCMPRO	Maverick Tire Changer with premium ergonomic wheel lift & lighted lower roller. Center clamp, leverless design w/ hydraulic control. Red.	1	$ 36,144.50	$ 27,970.95	$ 27,970.95
PART #	DESCRIPTION	QTY	LIST PRICE	CONTRACT PRICE	TOTAL
20-2964-1	Kit-Large Bore, Dual Wheel ~ Expands clamping capability into 16", 17", 19.5 and more dual-wheel applications. Includes thick bead hook. Suitable for Revolution Tire Changer and the Hunter Maverick Tire Changer.	1	$ 720.53	$ 557.59	$ 557.59
20-3158-1	Flange Plate-feat quick pin release and large 240mm max diameter. Used for all Revolution TCs, the TCX51CEN and TCX51M center clamp tire changers and the Hunter Maverick Tire Changer.-For TCA34/TC39/TC37/TC3700 series use RP6-G1000A87 or RP6-1000A123	1	$ 1,199.60	$ 928.33	$ 928.33
20-3160-1	Thick Bead Kit ~ Includes thick bead hook and reverse wheel adaptor.  Suitable for load range G,H,J tires.  Suitable for all generations of Revolution TCs running 1.4 or greater software and the Hunter Maverick Tire Changer	1	$ 297.13	$ 229.94	$ 229.94

Rationale:  FUND: 4070 Depreciation Reserve Fund
DEPT: 7062560 District-wide Technology 
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
SUPPLIER: Riverside Technologies Inc. 
POLICIES: 7000, III. K.,7000, V. B., 7000, V. G 
AMOUNT: $337,620.00

Administration recommends the purchase of two hundred and fifty-five (255) HP ProBook 4 laptops for use by school-based secretaries throughout the District. This purchase aligns with the Technology Purchase Plan, which standardizes and centralizes purchases across the district to streamline support services. Secretaries throughout the District currently use various devices based on what individual buildings are able to purchase for them. This purchase will allow continued use of existing software and provide a standard experience with updated, secure devices for staff in school secretarial roles throughout the District.

This purchase utilizes the NASPO statewide contract: NASPO Master Agreement #23011, State Contract #15919OC.  This purchasing method is authorized as an exception to the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Board Policy 7000, Section V. B. (Cooperative Purchases). This purchase is part of the IMS Technology Purchase Plan and ensures that all staff have a device that is no older than 4 years.  This purchase also ensures that all staff have a device that can be updated to Windows 11.  The total cost will be $337,620.00.

Rationale:  FUND: 4070 Depreciation Reserve Fund
DEPT: 7062560 District-wide Technology 
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
SUPPLIER: CDW 
POLICIES: 7000, III. K.,7000, V. B., 7000, V. G 
AMOUNT: $212,411.49

Approval to Purchase Universal Thunderbolt 3 Docks, Dell 23.6" HD LED-LCD Monitor, Dual Arm Monitor Stands, Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Sets, and Wireless Dual Headsets from CDW for District-wide school-based Secretarial Staff in support of the 255 HP ProBooks concurrently being approved on this agenda.  These support items align with the Technology Purchase Plan, which aims to standardize and centralize device purchases across the District to streamline support services.  Additionally, these peripheral devices create a better workspace for staff, increasing overall efficiency.    

The purchase was not competitively bid, as the computer peripherals will be procured through a cooperative purchasing agreement under Sourcewell Contract 121923-GVC. This purchasing method is authorized as an exception to the competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Board Policy 7000, Section V.B. (Cooperative Purchases). The total cost will be $212,411.49.
 

Item	Contract Pricing	Quantity	Total Cost per Item
Universal Thunderbolt 3 dock	$168.62	255	$42,998.10
Dell 23.8" HD LED-LCD Monitor	$104.23	510	$53,157.30
Dual Arm Monitor Stand	$39.49	255	$10,069.95
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse	$31.60	255	$8,058
Wireless Dual Headset	$312.51	314	$98,128.14

Rationale:  FUND:1  General Fund
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
DEPT ID: 7166700  Environmental/Safety Services
POLICY: 7000, V.L.
AMOUNT:$149,940.00 

Administration recommends approval of the Enterprise Software Maintenance Agreement (SMA) and Asset Manager solution for the District’s Energy Management Control System (EMCS), which supports the Niagara Building Automation System (BAS) used throughout Omaha Public Schools facilities. Niagara controls critical building functions, including heating, cooling, ventilation, scheduling, alarms, and energy management. The proposed Enterprise SMA will consolidate multiple existing maintenance agreements into a single enterprise-level contract, ensuring all system components remain current, secure, compliant with licensing requirements, and fully supported by the manufacturer. The Asset Manager platform will provide centralized asset visibility, improve license management, and support more effective maintenance and budgeting planning.  The total one-time cost is $149,940.00, consisting of $138,740.00 for the software upgrade and $11,200.00 for implementation support services. This purchase was completed as an exception to the bid pursuant to Board Policy 7000, Section V.L. (Software Purchases), as it is an upgrade to an existing system. 

Rationale:  The Accountability Committee recommends approval of a one-year extension of the Agreement for Mr. Ray to serve as Superintendent as well as the applicable Superintendent Pay Transparency Notice, both of which are attached.  The extension means the agreement will continue through June 30, 2029.  The agreement provides that Mr. Ray’s base salary will increase to Three Hundred Fifty-Two Thousand Five Hundred Ninety-Seven Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents ($352,597.35) and will receive benefits that mirror those provided to the previous Superintendent.  The increase to Mr. Ray’s salary is 2.48%.  This salary increase, when combined with the increase in the District share of his insurance, would be an effective like compensation increase of 2.52% which mirrors that received by the Omaha Education Association for the 2026-2027 school year.   

The Accountability Committee notes an overstatement in the Superintendent Pay Transparency Notice, related to Mr. Ray’s compensation in the 2026-2029 school years. Like all eligible employees, Mr. Ray’s length of service with Omaha Public Schools allows unused leave time to be converted for payment upon separation from the school district. All Mr. Ray’s unused leave is required by law to be counted as payment in the Superintendent Pay Transparency Notice and thus creates a notice that inaccurately reflects his total compensation. That includes $105,822.40 for accrued sick leave, $67,707.93 of accrued but unused vacation, and $4,145.38 for unused personal days, totaling $177,675.71.  These amounts were accrued by Mr. Ray throughout his previous years of service to the District and are not new compensation under this agreement.  Of the listed amount, only $16,581.53 can be cashed out during the 2026-2027 school year without separating from the school district. The remaining $161,094.20 is only payable upon separation from employment. The Superintendent Pay Transparency Notice overstates Mr. Ray’s total potential compensation for the 2026-2027 year by $161,094.20.  The actual compensation total for the 2026-2027 school year would be $508,480.97.  Mr. Ray's compensation for future years is similarly overstated.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached School Resource Officer Agreements with the City of Omaha and the Associate School Recourse Officers agreement with the City of Omaha. Details of each agreement are set forth below. 

City of Omaha for School Resource Officers (SRO) for Eleven Schools with the Omaha Police Department for the 2026-2027 School Year ($1,212,868.80 - $1,525,056.00)

FUND: 1 General
PROGRAM: 2150 School Safety
DEPARTMENTS: 3330010 (South High)
   3320010 (North High) 
   3300010 (Benson High) 
   3310010 (Central High) 
   3360010 (Northwest High) 
   3610010 (Burke High) 
   3910010 (Blackburn Alternative Program) 
   8800010 (Monroe Middle)
   8720010 (Norris Middle)
   8790010 (McMillan Middle) 
   3630010 (Buena Vista) 
   7105700 (School Safety) 
CLASS: 350 Inter Local Agreements 
SUPPLIER: City of Omaha; Omaha Police Department 
POLICIES: 7000, VII.A 
AMOUNT:  Estimated between $1,212,868.80 — $1,525,056.00

The School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement is for the 2026-2027 school year, including Next Level Learning. The agreement ends July 31, 2027. Omaha Police Department (OPD) SRO’s are assigned to secondary schools and programs within the Omaha Public Schools. Invoices for OPD SRO’s are reimbursed at an expected range for the 2026-2027 school year. This range of pay is based off Longevity, Top Officer pay and College/Education per officer. This pay is based on the rate set forth in the union contract between the Omaha Police Officer Association (OPOA) and the City of Omaha. There are twelve (12) total SRO’s as a part of this agreement. Schools that are assigned an SRO are Benson, Central, North, South, Northwest, Burke, Buena Vista, McMillan, Monroe, Norris and two at Blackburn. The total amount for this agreement for 2026–2027 school year is estimated between $1,212,868.80 and $1,525,056.00. 

City of Omaha for Associate School Resource Officers (ASRO) from the Omaha Police Department for the 2026-2027 School Year ($376,320.00)
 
FUND: 1 General Fund  
PROGRAM: 2150 School Safety 
DEPT(S): TBD 
CLASS: 350 Interlocal Agreements  
SUPPLIER: City of Omaha; Omaha Police Department 
POLICIES: 7000,VII.A  
 
The Associate School Resource Officer (ASRO) agreement is for the 2026-2027 school year. The agreement ends July 31, 2027. Omaha Police Department (OPD) ASRO's are currently assigned to secondary schools within the Omaha Public Schools. ASRO's are retired/part-time OPD Officers. Pay for ASRO’s is an hourly compensation rate of $40 per hour. This rate is paid per officer. There are eight (8) total as part of this agreement. The total amount for this agreement (2026-2027) is $376,320.00.

Rationale:  Policy 8120 stipulates the Board of Education shall cause policies and regulations to be revised as necessary.  Administration will provide recommended changes to the following policy:

4039 (Omaha School Employees’ Retirement System)
5101 (Student Discipline and Exclusion of Students From School)
8342 (Designated Method of Giving Notice of Meetings)

Rationale: 

FUND: 1 General
ACCOUNT: 53190 Contracted Services
DEPT: TBD (various school locations)
Program: 2130 Health Services
POLICY: 7000
SUPPLIER: Amergis Healthcare Staffing
AMOUNT: $1,300,000.00 (estimated)

Administration recommended approval of a service agreement with Amergis Healthcare Staffing to contract with registered nurses to work at various school locations during the 2026-2027 school year. These registered nurses will temporarily support schools who currently have a vacant registered nurse position. The Omaha Public Schools will continue to hire and fill our vacant registered nurse positions. The contracted rate is $70.00 per hour, which is below the amount approved by the Nebraska Department of Education. The Board of Education has approved the service agreements with Amergis Healthcare Staffing since the 2022-2023 school year. Please note, during the 2024-2025 school year, Amergis operated under Maxim Healthcare Services. The projected estimated cost is $1,300,000.00.

Rationale: 

FUND: 1 General
ACCOUNT: 53190 Contracted Services
DEPT: TBD (various school locations)
PROGRAM: 2130 Health Services
SUPPLIER: EDU Health Services
POLICY: 7000
AMOUNT: $100,000.00 (estimated)

Administration recommended approval of a service agreement with EDU Healthcare to contract with registered nurses to work at various school locations during the 2026-2027 school year. These registered nurses will temporarily support schools who currently have a vacant registered nurse position. The Omaha Public Schools will continue to hire and fill our vacant registered nurse positions. The contracted rate is $70.00 per hour, which is below the amount approved by the Nebraska Department of Education. EDU Healthcare is currently under contract to provide private duty nurses to support Special Education students. The Board of Education has approved the service agreement with EDU Healthcare since the 2022-2023 school year. The projected estimated cost is $100,000.00.

Rationale: 

FUND: 1 General
ACCOUNT: 53190 Contracted Services
DEPT: TBD (various school locations)
Program: 2130 Health Services
POLICY: 7000
SUPPLIER: Maxim Healthcare Services
AMOUNT: $100,000.00 (estimated)

Administration recommends approval of a service agreement with Maxim Healthcare Services to contract with registered nurses to work at various school locations during the 2026-2027 school year. These registered nurses will temporarily support schools who currently have a vacant registered nurse position. The Omaha Public Schools will continue to hire and fill our vacant registered nurse positions. The contracted rate is $70.00 per hour, which is below the amount approved by the Nebraska Department of Education. Maxim Healthcare Services is currently under contract to provide private duty nurses to support Special Education students. The projected estimated cost is $100,000.00.

Rationale:  Fund: 1 General Fund
Dept. ID: 7062700 Research Office
Account: 54110 Tests
Policies: 7000, III. K., VII.A.
Vendor: NWEA
Amount: $136,562.50

Administration recommends approval of a Standard Purchase and License Agreement with NWEA for the term of August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027 to provide their MAP Growth Reading and Math assessments for students in grades K-8. The District previously entered into a Data Protection Agreement with NWEA on December 11, 2024. MAP Growth remains the District’s interim assessment tied to School Improvement Data and the Moonshot.  

Rationale:  Pursuant to Board Policy 3090, Administration recommends approval of the declaration and sale of surplus District property, including vehicles and miscellaneous items identified in the attached inventory. These assets are no longer required for District operations and will be sold as is through an online public auction conducted by The Auction Mill, L.L.C., from July 14, 2026, through July 26, 2026. 

Under the terms of the auction agreement, The Auction Mill will receive a commission of 10% of the gross sale proceeds from vehicle sales. A $25 title transfer fee will be paid by the purchaser of each vehicle. For miscellaneous surplus property, The Auction Mill will receive 20% of the gross sale proceeds. 

Administration further recommends that the Board of Education authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute all documents necessary to transfer ownership of the surplus property upon receipt of full payment from the purchasers. 
 

Rationale:  FUND: 4036 Workers Compensation Fund
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
DEPT ID: 7062100 Accounting and Finance
SUPPLIER: Risk Administration Services, Inc. 
AMOUNT: $662,557.20

Administration recommends approval of the attached contract extension with Risk Administration Services, Inc. (RAS) for workers' compensation third-party administration (TPA) services. The Board approved the initial agreement with RAS in April 2017 and extended this contract for three (3) years in April 2021 and two (2) years in May 2024. The proposed extension is for seventeen (17) months, running from May 1, 2026 through October 31, 2027. RAS has agreed to an annual flat fee of $441,705.00 for the first year and $220,852.50 for the last five (5) months to manage the intake, claims processing, claim management, and reporting for all workers' compensation claims incurred by the District. The total cost of this seventeen (17) month extension is $662,557.20.

Rationale:  In keeping with the provisions of Policy 8120, Section C, the Administration recommends that the Board approve offering a Voluntary Student Accident Insurance plan. This plan is provided by K&K and Axis, where parents can elect up to $25,000 of coverage for their student. This voluntary plan is parent-paid with no District contribution. The premiums for parents are very reasonable, ranging from $20.00 per month to $357.00, depending on the type of coverage. These rates remain the same as the 2025-26 school year. While individual policies are offered directly to the parent, the insurance is offered through the District. 

Rationale:  FUND: 1 General
PROGRAM: 2311 Board of Education Costs
DEPT: 7043400 District Risk Management
SUPPLIER: Great American Insurance Group
POLICY: 8120
AMOUNT: $5,378.00

In keeping with the provisions of Policy 8120, Section C, Administration recommends the approval of the attached renewal of 7th & 8th Grade Athletic Insurance Coverage at the cost of $5,378.00 annually with Great American Insurance Group. This plan has been in place since 2008 and is due for renewal on August 1, 2026. The plan supports the estimated 3,200 7th & 8th grade student athletes. This plan is an excess Accident Medical Expense policy that covers all expenses up to $1,000,000. The policy becomes effective once $25,000 has been incurred and benefits have been paid under all other applicable health plans. The annual premium is not increasing for the 2026–2027 school year, and coverage is provided at a premium of $5,378.00.

Rationale:  It is recommended that the grant fund budget be amended to include the receipts and expenditures of the attached grant awards.

Rationale:   Policy 4001 and 4035 require that the election of employees shall be by action of the Board of Education upon recommendation of the Superintendent or designee.  Additionally, Policy 4008 requires that the Chief Human Resources Officer process all retirements, resignations, cancellations, contract amendments and terminations of employment making a recommendation for appropriate action to the Superintendent and Board of Education.  Therefore, the District recommends the approval of the attached Staffing Adjustments. 

Rationale:  Policy 8120 stipulates the Board of Education shall cause policies and regulations to be revised as necessary.  Administration will provide recommended changes to the following policy:

5008 (Student Attendance)
5102 (Eligibility for Students Who Participate in Extra-Curricular Activities) 
5402 (Child Abuse and Neglect)

Rationale:  Approval to waive policy 7000.X.A. Naming of Buildings and Memorials and approve naming of North High Stadium project Gene R. Haynes Stadium. 
 

Rationale:  This document provides the Board of Education with monthly Head Start information regarding attendance and enrollment, meal counts, in-kind amounts, health requirements, policy council minutes, delegate reports, and program information summaries to maintain a communication structure to support oversight responsibilities as stated in Head Start Performance Standard 1301.2.

Rationale:  FUND: 1 General Fund 
PROGRAM: 2500 Non-Expenditure Program 
DEPT.: 7062000 Default Dept. for Non-Expend 
POLICIES: 3090 Sales and Disposal of Books, Equipment and Supplies 
AMOUNT: $7,464.80 
 
Pursuant to Board Policy 3090, Administration is reporting the financial results of the District’s online surplus auction conducted from April 26 through May 10, 2026, which was approved by the Board of Education on April 20, 2026. The auction generated net proceeds of $7,464.80 for the District, as summarized below: 

Description	Amount
Miscellaneous Sales	$9,231.00
Nutrition Services Sales	$100.00
Gross Pro	$9,331.00
Less Auction Commission (20%)	($1,866.20)
Net Proceeds to the District	$7,464.80

Administration provides this report for the Board’s information in accordance with Policy 3090. 

 

Rationale:  The Omaha Board of Education is authorized by state statute to hold closed sessions.  Closed sessions may be held when clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual.  Reasons that meet this standard include but are not limited to:  (a) strategy sessions with respect to collective bargaining, real estate matters, pending litigation, or litigation which is imminent as evidenced by communication of a claim or threat of litigation to or by the public body; (b) discussion regarding deployment of security personnel or devices; (c) investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct; (d) evaluation of the job performance of a person when necessary to prevent needless injury to the reputation of a person and if such person has not requested a public meeting; and (e) legal advice.