Ethan School District 17-1 bids, RFPs and contracts
Ethan, South Dakota291 students · ethan.k12.sd.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 10
- 1 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 4,880
- 1,219 vendors
- Decision makers
- 22
The 30-second brief
10 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Ethan School District 17-1's meetings, most in education & training and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 14: The board discussed resurfacing the Parkston track and paying 20% for the project. The minutes do not show a vote or final approval, so the item remains open. That makes it a live capital project signal tied to a cost share decision and possible future construction or maintenance work.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Digmann, Jared for ethan Board Considers Girls Wrestling Coach Contract (Oct 2026) and PLANKINTON for ethan Board Considers Plankinton Gymnastics Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Ethan School District 17-1's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Ethan School District 17-1 buys from, taken from council records. 4,880 contracts with 1,219 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Ethan School District 17-1.
Questions about Ethan School District 17-1
How do I become an approved vendor for Ethan School District 17-1?
Ethan School District 17-1 currently works with 1,219 vendors across contract types including STAFFING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 22 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 Ethan School District 17-1?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Ethan School District 17-1 include Ethan School District 17-1 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ethan School Board Meeting: Budget Approvals & Policy Review (Oct 13, 2025), and Ethan School Board Meeting: Approvals, Staffing, and Facility Use, 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 Ethan School District 17-1 publish RFPs?
Ethan School District 17-1 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Ethan School District 17-1?
At Ethan School District 17-1, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. 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 22 decision-makers at Ethan School District 17-1.
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What does Ethan School District 17-1 spend the most on?
Based on 246 tracked contracts, Ethan School District 17-1 spends most on Capital Projects (121), Education & Training (39), Administration & Finance (38), Information Technology (29), and Environmental Services (19). Contract types include STAFFING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Ethan School District 17-1's current vendors?
Ethan School District 17-1 currently works with vendors including DIGMANN, JARED, PLANKINTON, COUNTY FAIR, BRIDGEWATER SCHOOL, RUNNINGS, CITY OF ETHAN, CENTURY BUSINESS, PRAIRIE FARMS, CAREER CONNECTIONS, and COLE PAPERS. These vendors span contract types like STAFFING, OTHER, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and EQUIPMENT. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Ethan School District 17-1 working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Ethan School District 17-1 is actively discussing: Ethan School District 17-1 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Ethan School Board Meeting: Budget Approvals & Policy Review (Oct 13, 2025), Ethan School Board Meeting: Approvals, Staffing, and Facility Use, Ethan School Board Approves Bills, New Policies, and Hires Custodian, and Ethan School Board Approves Budget, Contracts, and Policy Updates. 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.