Dallas ISD Small Business Office

08/24/2026

It’s graduation week for the Dallas ISD Bond Academy!

Over the past several weeks, our participants have dedicated their Wednesday mornings to gaining valuable knowledge and resources designed to help their businesses become bond-ready or increase their bonding capacity.

After completing three virtual sessions on August 5, 12, and 19, the cohort will come together in person on Wednesday, August 26, for its fourth and final session and to celebrate graduation!

We are proud of the commitment each participant has demonstrated throughout the academy and look forward to recognizing this important milestone. Please join us in congratulating the 2026 Dallas ISD Bond Academy graduating cohort!

The Bond Academy is brought to you by brought to you by Dallas ISD Small Business Office, Dallas ISD Construction Services and SSP Consulting!

08/04/2026

We're in the Community!

The Dallas ISD Small Business Office is hitting the road, and we'd love to connect with you. If you're attending any of these upcoming events, stop by and meet Josh and Shameka to learn about upcoming contracting opportunities, free educational resources, and how your business can do business with Dallas ISD.

Upcoming Events:
• August 5 – Women's Business Council – Southwest Multi-Industry Summit
• August 7 – North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency's A Night at the MET Gala
• August 11 – 2026 Fort Worth ISD Day

Whether you're a current vendor, a certified small business, or just getting started, we're here to help. We look forward to seeing you in the community!

08/03/2026

Looking forward to seeing everyone at Build Fort Worth on Thursday, August 6!

The Dallas ISD Small Business Office will be hosting a booth throughout the event, and we invite you to stop by to learn more about upcoming procurement opportunities, capital improvement projects, supplier resources, and the many ways your business can engage with Dallas ISD.

If you're attending, be sure to stop by our booth and say hi to Josh! He'll be happy to answer your questions, share information about upcoming opportunities, and help you learn how to do business with Dallas ISD.

We look forward to connecting with you at the Will Rogers Memorial Center from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. See you there!

07/27/2026

If your goal is to become bondable or increase your company's bonding capacity, don't miss this opportunity.

The Bond Academy is designed specifically for businesses in construction-related industries that want to strengthen their financial readiness, understand the bonding process, and position themselves to compete for larger public and private projects.

⏰ Applications are due TODAY!

Take the next step toward growing your business and expanding your contracting opportunities by applying before the deadline.

Visit www.dallasisd.org/sbo to learn more and apply.

07/13/2026

Today, Monday, July 13, 2026, 10am - 3pm is the LAST DAY to donate!

The Dallas ISD Small Business Office student interns have done an incredible job leading this year's Student-Led Back-to-School Drive, and they're counting on our community to help finish strong!

Every backpack, notebook, pencil, folder, and school supply donated helps a Dallas ISD student begin the school year ready to learn and succeed.

If you've been meaning to donate, today is your final chance!

Thank you for supporting our student leaders and investing in the future of our students.

Donations can be delivered to the Dallas ISD Central Office located at 9400 N. Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75321, 8th Floor.

07/09/2026

🎒 Support Our Student Leaders! 🧼

This summer, our 2026 Dallas ISD Small Business Office Student Interns chose to leave a lasting impact by organizing a student-led Back-to-School & Wellness Drive to support Dallas ISD students as they prepare for the new school year.

As their internship comes to a close, they're inviting our community to join them in helping students start the school year with the supplies and personal care items they need to succeed.

We're collecting:
📚 School Supplies: Journals, planners, highlighters, pencil bags, pens, dividers, glue sticks, clear backpacks, and more.

🪥 Hygiene Items: Deodorant, lip balm, tissues, mints, feminine hygiene products, mini hand sanitizers, bandages (first aid kits), Dude Wipes, and other personal care essentials.

📅 Donation Drive: June 29 – July 13, 2026

📍 Drop-Off Location:
Dallas ISD Small Business Office
9400 N. Central Expressway, 8th Floor
Dallas, TX 75231

🕙 Drop-Off Hours: Monday–Thursday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Donations may also be dropped off at any of the four CMAA North Texas Chapter donation locations listed on the flyer.

This initiative reflects the leadership, compassion, and commitment to service demonstrated by our student interns throughout their summer with the Small Business Office.

Please join us in supporting their mission to help Dallas ISD students begin the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

Every donation makes a difference!

07/09/2026

The Dallas ISD Small Business Office is proud to recognize our outstanding summer interns, Ariana, Alyssa, and Amari for their contributions to our Common Mistakes to Avoid When Doing Business with Dallas ISD: Goods & Services webinar.

As part of the webinar, Ariana, Alyssa, and Amari helped engage attendees by leading our interactive True or False activity, encouraging participants to think critically about common misconceptions and best practices for doing business with Dallas ISD.

Throughout their internship, they have demonstrated professionalism, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to serving our vendor community. We are grateful for their hard work and the positive impact they have made during their time with the Small Business Office.

Please join us in recognizing Ariana, Alyssa, and Amari for a job well done, and wishing them continued success in their future endeavors!

07/09/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the Dallas ISD Small Business Office's Common Mistakes to Avoid When Doing Business with Dallas ISD webinar series!

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to connect with vendors from across our community during two educational sessions focused on Goods & Services and Construction procurement. Together, we discussed common challenges, shared best practices, answered questions, and provided practical guidance to help businesses better navigate the Dallas ISD procurement process.

Our mission is simple: to educate, empower, and prepare businesses for success when pursuing opportunities with Dallas ISD.

Thank you to everyone who attended, asked thoughtful questions, and engaged in meaningful discussions. We look forward to continuing to provide valuable educational opportunities through future webinars, outreach events, and our Bond Academy.

Stay connected—the learning doesn't stop here!

🌐 www.dallasisd.org/sbo

Small Business Office - Dallas Independent School District

06/26/2026

While Dallas ISD is closed for Summer Break (June 29–July 3), our commitment to supporting the business community doesn't take a vacation!

Take advantage of this time to prepare for upcoming procurement opportunities and grow your business with Dallas ISD.

🔹 Explore current and upcoming business opportunities:

www.dallasisd.org/opportunities

🔹 Register for FREE webinars designed to help you do business with Dallas ISD, understand the procurement process, and stay informed about future opportunities: www.dallasisd.org/sbo

Our offices will reopen on Monday, July 6, 2026, and we look forward to continuing to serve and partner with our business community.

06/24/2026

Is your schedule open this afternoon at 1:00 pm? Don’t miss out on your chance to learn more about Google Gemini AI. It’s not too late to register. Join us today - register now! https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/E1S8fHjIRnmKjpTVMhOYrg #/registration or by visiting www.dallasisd.org/sbo

This post was created by SBO Intern Amari