Dakota Valley School District 61-8 bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 21
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,093
- 639 vendors
The 30-second brief
21 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dakota Valley School District 61-8's meetings, most in information technology and education & training. The latest, from Oct 12: In the October 2026 operations report, the district said it remained on track to install a Newline video wall over Thanksgiving break. The 216-inch display will replace sixteen 55-inch Samsung televisions in the high school commons, and some of the old TVs may be repurposed in the gym. This is an implementation signal, with install and integration work still in motion.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Cmba Architects ($1,116.00, Oct 2026) and Cnos PC ($2,964.64, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dakota Valley School District 61-8's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Dakota Valley School District 61-8 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dakota Valley School District 61-8 buys from, taken from council records. 1,093 contracts with 639 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dakota Valley School District 61-8.
Questions about Dakota Valley School District 61-8
How do I become an approved vendor for Dakota Valley School District 61-8?
Dakota Valley School District 61-8 currently works with 639 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 36 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 Dakota Valley School District 61-8?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dakota Valley School District 61-8 include Dakota Valley School District 61-8 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dakota Valley School District 61-8 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Dakota Valley School District 61-8 — 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 Dakota Valley School District 61-8 publish RFPs?
Dakota Valley School District 61-8 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from Dakota Valley School District 61-8. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dakota Valley School District 61-8?
At Dakota Valley School District 61-8, 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, High School, Middle School, District, and Middle School, Upper Elementary. 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 36 decision-makers at Dakota Valley School District 61-8.
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What does Dakota Valley School District 61-8 spend the most on?
Based on 320 tracked contracts, Dakota Valley School District 61-8 spends most on Capital Projects (169), Education & Training (43), Information Technology (41), Equipment (37), and Administration & Finance (30). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dakota Valley School District 61-8's current vendors?
Dakota Valley School District 61-8 currently works with vendors including CMBA ARCHITECTS, CNOS PC, STAN HOUSTON EQUIPMENT, CRAIG, DONALD, KSB SCHOOL LAW, RAMKOTA INN, SIOUXLAND LOCK & KEY, RIVERSIDE TECHNOLOGIES, SASD, and HEIN, STEPHANIE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, SUPPLIES, OTHER, LEGAL, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Dakota Valley School District 61-8 working on?
Based on 13 tracked meetings, Dakota Valley School District 61-8 is actively discussing: Dakota Valley School District 61-8 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Dakota Valley School District 61-8 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Dakota Valley School District 61-8 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Dakota Valley School Board Approves Emergency Water Line Repairs, and Dakota Valley School Board Meeting: Budget, Policy Updates, and Contracts. 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 Dakota Valley School District 61-8 have?
Dakota Valley School District 61-8 currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (169), Education & Training (43), and Information Technology (41). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.