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Board approves $147,415 Chromebook contract to refresh student devices
Summary
The board approved a three-year contract with Archangel for 525 Chromebooks and Google licensing totaling $147,414.75; the purchase drew debate over timing amid budget pressures but passed with one recorded 'no' vote.
The Timberlane board approved a three‑year contract with vendor Archangel for 525 student Chromebooks and one-time Google licensing fees totaling $147,414.75.
Ken, the district technology presenter, told the board the RFP produced 16 bids and several were disqualified for not meeting specifications. The recommended bid from Archangel (Miami) had a unit price and a Google license charge; Ken said the devices will be used for incoming sixth- and ninth-grade classes and to ensure reliable devices for high‑stakes testing (SAT, PSAT).
Board discussion: Several members questioned whether the district should defer a device purchase during current budget pressure. The presenter said timing gives better pricing and smoother delivery, that many students rely on district devices for testing, and that graduates may keep their devices at no cost. The district’s parent protection plan (an optional fee parents may purchase) helps fund spare devices and repairs.
Vote: A motion to enter a three-year contract with Archangel for $147,414.75 was moved by Shauna and seconded by Dawn; the motion passed with one recorded 'no' vote by Jack. The board and administration agreed to monitor capital and operating pressures as budget projections evolve.
Next steps: Procurement will finalize contract details and warranty terms; administration will continue reporting budget actuals to the board in January and February.
