Great Expectations bids, RFPs and contracts
Grand Marais, Minnesota113 students- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 22, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 19
- 2 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 20
- 12 vendors
- Decision makers
- 6
The 30-second brief
19 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Great Expectations's meetings, most in grants and education & training. The latest, from Oct 22: Pilots Underway for K-8 Math Curriculum to Address Proficiency Gaps.
Grants leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Public Safety.
Latest awards: Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center (Oct 2026) and JACOBSEN for school Discusses Former IT Contractor's Departure (Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Great Expectations's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Great Expectations buys from, taken from council records. 20 contracts with 12 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Great Expectations.
Questions about Great Expectations
How do I become an approved vendor for Great Expectations?
Great Expectations currently works with 12 vendors across contract types including OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 6 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 Great Expectations?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Grants (27), Education & Training (21), and Public Safety (5), 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 Great Expectations publish RFPs?
Great Expectations 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 Great Expectations?
At Great Expectations, 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 Math and Science, Special Education, Administrative Staff, and Administrative Staff, Great Expectations School. 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 6 decision-makers at Great Expectations.
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What does Great Expectations spend the most on?
Based on 61 tracked contracts, Great Expectations spends most on Grants (27), Education & Training (21), Public Safety (5), Administration & Finance (4), and Information Technology (4). Contract types include OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Great Expectations's current vendors?
Great Expectations currently works with vendors including OSPREY WILDS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER, JACOBSEN, METRO SALES, NORTH HOUSE FOLK SCHOOL, OSPREY WILDS, FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION, MINNESOTA BUREAU OF CRIMINAL APPREHENSION (BCA), and ESC SYSTEMS INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, TECHNOLOGY, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and MAINTENANCE. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.