Howard School District 48-3 bids, RFPs and contracts
Howard, South Dakota328 students · howard.k12.sd.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 14, 2026
- 54 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 23
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 3,839
- 1,032 vendors
The 30-second brief
23 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Howard School District 48-3's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Sep 14: New AV Screen Installation in School Gym.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Recreation & Community Services and Grants.
Latest awards: Madison Central School District 39-2 for howard Considers School Psychology Agreement With Madison ($25,431.00 for 49 days; $12,715.50 billed each semester, Oct 2026) and PRORATE for howard Approves Prorate Drug Testing Payment ($80.00, Sep 2026).
23 pre-RFPs tracked at Howard School District 48-3. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Howard School District 48-3's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Howard School District 48-3 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Howard School District 48-3 buys from, taken from council records. 3,839 contracts with 1,032 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Howard School District 48-3.
Questions about Howard School District 48-3
How do I become an approved vendor for Howard School District 48-3?
Howard School District 48-3 currently works with 1,032 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 47 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Howard School District 48-3?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Howard School District 48-3 include Howard School District 48-3 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Howard School District 48-3 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Howard School District 48-3 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Howard School District 48-3 publish RFPs?
Howard School District 48-3 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Howard School District 48-3. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Recreation & Community Services, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Howard School District 48-3?
At Howard School District 48-3, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 47 decision-makers at Howard School District 48-3.
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What does Howard School District 48-3 spend the most on?
Based on 519 tracked contracts, Howard School District 48-3 spends most on Capital Projects (288), Recreation & Community Services (70), Grants (59), Administration & Finance (53), and Transportation (49). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Howard School District 48-3's current vendors?
Howard School District 48-3 currently works with vendors including MADISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 39-2, PRORATE, SASBO, SDACTE, MODER BUILDERS, JCL SOLUTIONS, SD RETIREMENT SYSTEM, PAN-O-GOLD BAKING, NORTHWESTERN, and INNOVATIVE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, SUPPLIES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Howard School District 48-3 working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, Howard School District 48-3 is actively discussing: Howard School District 48-3 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Howard School District 48-3 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Howard School District 48-3 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Howard School Board Meeting: Policy, Staffing & Budget Discussion, and Howard School District Improvement Plan 2025-2026: Goals & Strategies. These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Howard School District 48-3 have?
Howard School District 48-3 currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (288), Recreation & Community Services (70), and Grants (59). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.