Custer School District 16-1 bids, RFPs and contracts
Custer, South Dakota906 students · csd.k12.sd.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 1, 2026
- 3 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 10
- Bids and RFPs
- 6
- None open now
- Contracts
- 8,861
- 2,068 vendors
The 30-second brief
10 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Custer School District 16-1's meetings, most in education & training and equipment. The latest, from Aug 1: District Adds New Reading Intervention Staff.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Peterson, Casey for external Auditor Presents FY25 Audit to School Board (Feb 2026) and Ladson, Travis for girls Basketball Officiating Payment to Travis Ladson ($195.60, Feb 2026).
10 pre-RFPs tracked at Custer School District 16-1. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Custer School District 16-1's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Custer School District 16-1 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Custer School District 16-1 buys from, taken from council records. 8,861 contracts with 2,068 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Custer School District 16-1.
Questions about Custer School District 16-1
How do I become an approved vendor for Custer School District 16-1?
Custer School District 16-1 currently works with 2,068 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 152 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 Custer School District 16-1?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Custer School District 16-1 include Custer School District 16-1 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Custer School District 16-1 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Custer School District Meeting: CTE Expansion, Financials, Board Election, 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 Custer School District 16-1 publish RFPs?
Custer School District 16-1 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 6 solicitations from Custer School District 16-1. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Custer School District 16-1?
At Custer School District 16-1, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Elementary School, Student Services, Hermosa Staff, and High School. 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 152 decision-makers at Custer School District 16-1.
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What does Custer School District 16-1 spend the most on?
Based on 1,727 tracked contracts, Custer School District 16-1 spends most on Capital Projects (853), Education & Training (268), Grants (262), Information Technology (218), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (126). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Custer School District 16-1's current vendors?
Custer School District 16-1 currently works with vendors including PETERSON, CASEY, LADSON, TRAVIS, CAILLIER, JORDAN, SCHMIDT, DARREN, GOTTLOB, SHAYNE, ALBERTSON, TODD, BAD WOUND, KEVIN, BLACK HORN, GAYLA, CHASE, MICHAEL, and LONG, ERIC. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Custer School District 16-1 working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, Custer School District 16-1 is actively discussing: Custer School District 16-1 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Custer School District 16-1 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Custer School District Meeting: CTE Expansion, Financials, Board Election, Custer School Board Meeting: CTE Expansion & Financial Approvals, and Custer School Board Meeting: CTE Expansion, Payments, & FY26 Budget. 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 Custer School District 16-1 have?
Custer School District 16-1 currently has 6 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (853), Education & Training (268), and Grants (262). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.