City of Clear Lake bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 1,220 · clearlakesd.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Mar 9, 2026
- 8 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 1
- Bids and RFPs
- 1
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,518
- 521 vendors
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1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Clear Lake's meetings, most in public works. The latest, from Mar 9: Clear Lake, SD Schedules City-Wide Clean-Up Week.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: Banner Associates for banner Associates Discusses Project Error (Aug 2026) and Ap & Sons Construction Inc for AP & Sons Change Order Approved ($132,507.73, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Clear Lake's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Clear Lake has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Clear Lake buys from, taken from council records. 1,518 contracts with 521 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Clear Lake.
Questions about City of Clear Lake
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Clear Lake?
City of Clear Lake currently works with 521 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 20 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 City of Clear Lake?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Clear Lake include City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Clear Lake — 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 City of Clear Lake publish RFPs?
City of Clear Lake publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from City of Clear Lake. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Clear Lake?
At City of Clear Lake, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. 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 20 decision-makers at City of Clear Lake.
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What does City of Clear Lake spend the most on?
Based on 349 tracked contracts, City of Clear Lake spends most on Capital Projects (148), Public Works (125), Grants (30), Infrastructure & Maintenance (27), and Utilities (19). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Clear Lake's current vendors?
City of Clear Lake currently works with vendors including BANNER ASSOCIATES, AP & SONS CONSTRUCTION INC, WATERTOWN FORD CHRYSLER, US BANK TRUST-SPA LKBOX CM9695, MILBANK WINWATER WORKS, HALL, SHIANN, A&B BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, SD UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE, OFFICE PEEPS, and CLEAR LAKE CITY LIBRARY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and SUPPLIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Clear Lake working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, City of Clear Lake is actively discussing: City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Clear Lake — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Clear Lake City Council Meeting: Approvals, Finances, and Project Updates, and Clear Lake City Council Meeting Summary: Infrastructure and Finance. 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 City of Clear Lake have?
City of Clear Lake currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (148), Public Works (125), and Grants (30). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.