Dekalb Independent School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Dekalb, Texas828 students · dekalbisd.net- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 15 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 20
- 6 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 501
- 168 vendors
The 30-second brief
20 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Dekalb Independent School District's meetings, most in public safety and education & training. The latest, from Oct 19: The board is scheduled to consider a resolution on compliance with certain public school safety and security requirements. The agenda does not name a vendor or contract, but it signals ongoing compliance work and possible follow-on spending around safety requirements. A seller would need to confirm what upgrades, audits, or reporting support the district still needs after the vote.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Administration & Finance and Grants.
Latest awards: New Boston Isd (Approximately $10,000 per student; approximately $160,000-$200,000 for 16-20 students, Aug 2026) and East Texas Advanced Academies (Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Dekalb Independent School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Dekalb Independent School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Dekalb Independent School District buys from, taken from council records. 501 contracts with 168 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Dekalb Independent School District.
Questions about Dekalb Independent School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Dekalb Independent School District?
Dekalb Independent School District currently works with 168 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 9 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 Dekalb Independent School District?
Small purchases under TX's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Dekalb Independent School District include Dekalb Isd — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), DeKalb ISD Board Meeting: Budget, Policies, and Construction Decisions, and DeKalb ISD Board Meeting: Budget, Goals, and Executive Session Planning, 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 Dekalb Independent School District publish RFPs?
Dekalb Independent School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TX's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Dekalb Independent School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Administration & Finance, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Dekalb Independent School District?
At Dekalb Independent School District, 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 High School, and Athletics. 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 9 decision-makers at Dekalb Independent School District.
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What does Dekalb Independent School District spend the most on?
Based on 1,066 tracked contracts, Dekalb Independent School District spends most on Capital Projects (649), Administration & Finance (153), Grants (119), Education & Training (83), and Public Safety (62). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Dekalb Independent School District's current vendors?
Dekalb Independent School District currently works with vendors including NEW BOSTON ISD, EAST TEXAS ADVANCED ACADEMIES, TSSC, HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION, TSSC ENTERPRISES & CONSTRUCTION, TEXAS POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS, PIERSON & FENDLEY, HUBBARD ISD, and TEXARKANA COLLEGE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, INSURANCE, and 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 Dekalb Independent School District working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Dekalb Independent School District is actively discussing: Dekalb Isd — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), DeKalb ISD Board Meeting: Budget, Policies, and Construction Decisions, DeKalb ISD Board Meeting: Budget, Goals, and Executive Session Planning, DeKalb ISD Regular Meeting Agenda Overview, and DeKalb ISD Meeting Summary: April 22, 2025. 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 Dekalb Independent School District have?
Dekalb Independent School District currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (649), Administration & Finance (153), and Grants (119). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TX's state portal, and other sources.