Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 bids, RFPs and contracts
Lead, South Dakota671 students · lead-deadwood.k12.sd.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 14, 2026
- 20 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 10
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 4
- None open now
- Contracts
- 5,397
- 1,401 vendors
The 30-second brief
10 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Lead-deadwood School District 40-1's meetings, most in capital projects and education & training. The latest, from Oct 14: School spirit merchandise website and community fundraising program partnership.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Information Technology and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Catering by Dave LLC for district Pays Catering by Dave for Event Food ($636.00, Oct 2026) and One Way Service Pros Inc for district Pays One Way Service Pros for Repairs ($3,452.36, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Lead-deadwood School District 40-1's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 buys from, taken from council records. 5,397 contracts with 1,401 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Lead-deadwood School District 40-1.
Questions about Lead-deadwood School District 40-1
How do I become an approved vendor for Lead-deadwood School District 40-1?
Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 currently works with 1,401 vendors across contract types including FOOD_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 26 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 Lead-deadwood School District 40-1?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 include Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 — 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 Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 publish RFPs?
Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 4 solicitations from Lead-deadwood School District 40-1. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Information Technology, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Lead-deadwood School District 40-1?
At Lead-deadwood School District 40-1, purchasing decisions are overseen by the superintendent's office and school board, with department heads like the Director of Facilities, CTO, and Business Administrator. Key departments include Board of Education, High School, and Elementary 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 26 decision-makers at Lead-deadwood School District 40-1.
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What does Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 spend the most on?
Based on 498 tracked contracts, Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 spends most on Capital Projects (296), Information Technology (64), Education & Training (56), Administration & Finance (42), and Infrastructure & Maintenance (40). Contract types include FOOD_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Lead-deadwood School District 40-1's current vendors?
Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 currently works with vendors including CATERING BY DAVE LLC, ONE WAY SERVICE PROS INC, PERMA-BOUND BOOKS, VANWAY TROPHY & AWARD INC, MDU, ARROWWOOD RESORT & CONFERENCE, GAME ONE, CENTURY BUSINESS PRODUCTS INC, WERLINGER AUTO BODY, and BUILDING BLOCKS THERAPY INC. These vendors span contract types like FOOD_SERVICES, MAINTENANCE, SUPPLIES, UTILITIES, and OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 working on?
Based on 8 tracked meetings, Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 is actively discussing: Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Lead-Deadwood SD Board Meeting: Budget, Contracts, Policy Review, and Lead-Deadwood School Board Approves Contracts, Finances & HS Projects. 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 Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 have?
Lead-deadwood School District 40-1 currently has 4 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (296), Information Technology (64), and Education & Training (56). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, SD's state portal, and other sources.