Purchasing
Opening Doors to Educational Excellence
Enhancing School Operations, Supporting Student Success
The Purchasing Department at Fort Smith Public School District is the cornerstone of collaborative opportunities within our community. Dedicated to enhancing educational experiences through strategic procurement, we invite suppliers, contractors, and service providers to join us in enriching the learning environment for our students. Our mission is rooted in transparency, efficiency, and fostering long-term partnerships that support the growth and success of both our district and your organization. Purchasing directly enriches our schools for student success, ensuring our copiers keep running, deliveries stay timely, and paperwork flows seamlessly. We leverage purchasing to maximize the impact of every dollar spent, supporting our district's mission with dedication and integrity.
Empowering Futures, Building Partnerships
Fort Smith Public School District recognizes the pivotal role of partnerships in advancing educational excellence. We invite businesses and service providers to collaborate with us in nurturing the minds of tomorrow's leaders. Whether through supplying goods, offering services, or contracting opportunities, your involvement contributes directly to the success and growth of our students.
Together, let's forge pathways that empower learning and innovation. Explore how you can make a meaningful impact and join us in shaping a brighter future for our community and beyond.
Partner with FSPS!
Please review our Request for Proposals (RFP) for current opportunities to partner with our district. We utilize an eProcurement system to publish solicitations and receive vendor responses. We look forward to receiving your proposals and exploring potential collaborations to enhance educational opportunities for our students and community.
Purchasing Leadership
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Supervisor of Purchasing
Craig Tecmire plays a crucial role in managing procurement activities and ensuring the efficient acquisition of resources to support the district's educational goals. In this role, Mr. Tecmire works to streamline procurement processes for the benefit of the educational community.
Mr. Tecmire brings a wealth of experience from the military and the private sectors. He transitioned into education from the private sector, where he worked for various Fortune 500 companies. Prior to his work in the private sector, he spent 23 years in the United States Navy, where he worked as a logistics officer. As a teacher at Northside and Paris High Schools, he spent four years in the classroom teaching and mentoring students. Craig’s commitment to the educational field is deeply rooted in his belief that working in education provides a unique opportunity to impact the next generation positively. His dedication to facilitating an environment conducive to learning and growth is evident in his strategic approach to purchasing and resource management.