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Olympia School District just leveled up its procurement game by updating Policy 6925 to actively prioritize minority, women-owned, veteran, and socially/economically disadvantaged businesses—requiring official certifications to qualify. The district is ditching old-school newspaper ads for smarter, broader outreach, making it easier to find and partner with diverse vendors. They’re also streamlining bidding and adding emergency waivers to fast-track critical repairs—like fixing unsafe school buildings—without sacrificing quality or taxpayer value. This isn’t just about fairness; it’s about building a smarter, more responsive system that delivers top-tier services while leveling the playing field for underrepresented entrepreneurs.

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