Great Oaks Dsm bids, RFPs and contracts
Des Moines, Iowa72 students- Latest pre-RFP
- Jul 1, 2026
- 4 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 2
- Contracts
- 139
- 63 vendors
- Students
- 72
The 30-second brief
2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Great Oaks Dsm's meetings, most in professional services and information technology. The latest, from Jul 1: Budget Allocates $27,300 for Audit and Accounting Services.
Grants leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Professional Services.
Latest awards: EDMENTUM for FY26 Budget Includes $15K for Edmentum ($15K, Jul 2026) and MCKESSON for great Oaks Records McKesson Health Supply Purchase (May 2025).
2 pre-RFPs tracked at Great Oaks Dsm. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Great Oaks Dsm's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Great Oaks Dsm buys from, taken from council records. 139 contracts with 63 vendors.
Questions about Great Oaks Dsm
How do I become an approved vendor for Great Oaks Dsm?
Great Oaks Dsm currently works with 63 vendors across contract types including TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, MANAGEMENT, UTILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. 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 Great Oaks Dsm?
Small purchases under IA's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Grants (2), Information Technology (2), and Professional Services (2), 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 Oaks Dsm publish RFPs?
Great Oaks Dsm publishes formal RFPs on its official website and IA's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Great Oaks Dsm?
At Great Oaks Dsm, 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 Great Oaks Dsm spend the most on?
Based on 8 tracked contracts, Great Oaks Dsm spends most on Grants (2), Information Technology (2), Professional Services (2), Capital Projects (1), and Education & Training (1). Contract types include TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, MANAGEMENT, UTILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Great Oaks Dsm's current vendors?
Great Oaks Dsm currently works with vendors including EDMENTUM, MCKESSON, OAKMONT EDUCATION, MIDAMERICAN, CDW GOVERNMENT, ENROLLSTREAM, INDEPENDENCE BUSINESS SUPPLY, DES MOINES AREA REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY, GDM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, and TOSHIBA FINANCIAL SERVICES. These vendors span contract types like TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, MANAGEMENT, UTILITIES, and TRANSPORTATION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.