Delano Public School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Delano, Minnesota2,464 students · delano.k12.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- 9 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 65
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 9,070
- 2,188 vendors
The 30-second brief
65 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Delano Public School District's meetings, most in education & training and information technology. The latest, from Oct 26: The budget report listed "Restricted for LTFM 865" in the Capital (Finance/Program) section. It showed a FY 2026-2027 expense budget of $1,089,936 tied to long-term facilities maintenance funding. No vendor, project list, or contract was named in this document. The item was presented as a current budget status line with the funded scope still unspecified.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Delano Elementary Foundation for school Board Accepts STEP Program Foundation Gift ($2,500.00, Oct 2026) and Communities Charities of Mn for school Board Accepts Gift from Communities Charities ($1,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Delano Public School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Delano Public School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Delano Public School District buys from, taken from council records. 9,070 contracts with 2,188 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Delano Public School District.
Questions about Delano Public School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Delano Public School District?
Delano Public School District currently works with 2,188 vendors across contract types including OTHER, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and FOOD_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 58 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 Delano Public School District?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Delano Public School District include Delano Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Delano Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Delano Public School District — 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 Delano Public School District publish RFPs?
Delano Public School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Delano Public School District. 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 Delano Public School District?
At Delano Public 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. 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 58 decision-makers at Delano Public School District.
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What does Delano Public School District spend the most on?
Based on 2,692 tracked contracts, Delano Public School District spends most on Capital Projects (1,174), Education & Training (564), Information Technology (390), Grants (337), and Administration & Finance (227). Contract types include OTHER, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and FOOD_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Delano Public School District's current vendors?
Delano Public School District currently works with vendors including DELANO ELEMENTARY FOUNDATION, COMMUNITIES CHARITIES OF MN, HUIKKO’S ENTERTAINMENT, DIS PIE, STOUT, ADRIANA, DELANO-LORETTO AREA UNITED WAY, and DELANO TIGER ATHLETICS BOOSTER CLUB. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, and FOOD_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Delano Public School District working on?
Based on 24 tracked meetings, Delano Public School District is actively discussing: Delano Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Delano Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Delano Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Delano Public Schools: Expenditure Analysis & Business Opportunity Review, and Delano School Board Meeting: Budget, Levy, and 2026-2027 Calendar. 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 Delano Public School District have?
Delano Public School District currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,174), Education & Training (564), and Information Technology (390). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.