E.C.H.O. Secondary bids, RFPs and contracts
Echo, Minnesota38 students- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 8, 2026
- 26 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 606
- 163 vendors
- Students
- 38
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in E.C.H.O. Secondary's meetings, most in education & training and information technology. The latest, from Oct 8: The board agenda scheduled approval of a Woodcock Johnson V subscription with applicable subtests through MVCC, up to $5,000, and it was described as reimbursable from special education funds. This is a specific assessment-tool purchase tied to special education testing and training support. The item indicates the school is already committing to the product and may need ongoing access, renewals, or related training.
Administration & Finance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Insurance.
Latest awards: Minnesota Valley Community Cooperative (Mvcc) for ECHO Plans $28,019.84 Special Education Payment ($28,019.84, Oct 2026) and Hub International Insurance for ECHO Plans $5,065 Board Liability Insurance Payment ($5,065, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in E.C.H.O. Secondary's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who E.C.H.O. Secondary buys from, taken from council records. 606 contracts with 163 vendors.
Questions about E.C.H.O. Secondary
How do I become an approved vendor for E.C.H.O. Secondary?
E.C.H.O. Secondary currently works with 163 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with E.C.H.O. Secondary?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Administration & Finance (14), Education & Training (7), and Insurance (4), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 E.C.H.O. Secondary publish RFPs?
E.C.H.O. Secondary publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at E.C.H.O. Secondary?
At E.C.H.O. Secondary, 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.
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What does E.C.H.O. Secondary spend the most on?
Based on 30 tracked contracts, E.C.H.O. Secondary spends most on Administration & Finance (14), Education & Training (7), Insurance (4), Grants (3), and Information Technology (2). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are E.C.H.O. Secondary's current vendors?
E.C.H.O. Secondary currently works with vendors including MINNESOTA VALLEY COMMUNITY COOPERATIVE (MVCC), HUB INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE, WORTH AVENUE, MVCC, STRATMOEN, MEGAN, JMC, CUNNINGHAM, ANN, COUNTRYSIDE PUBLIC HEALTH, CITIZENS ALLIANCE BANK OF ECHO, and MEADOWLAND FARMERS COOPERATIVE. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, INSURANCE, LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.