Owatonna Public School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Owatonna, Minnesota4,995 students · isd761.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 26, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 45
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 2
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,483
- 669 vendors
The 30-second brief
45 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Owatonna Public School District's meetings, most in education & training and grants. The latest, from Oct 26: The Governing Board of Owatonna High School supported an application to the Minnesota State High School League Foundation for a FORM A grant. The grant would offset student activity fees and help fund participation in athletics and fine arts. The application is the key next step, so the district's funding request is still open.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Grants.
Latest awards: Cole’s Electric Inc for cole’s Electric Donation Accepted by Owatonna Schools ($100, Sep 2026) and Full Circle Counseling & Wellness for full Circle Donation Accepted for School Parade ($400, Sep 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Owatonna Public School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Owatonna Public School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Owatonna Public School District buys from, taken from council records. 1,483 contracts with 669 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Owatonna Public School District.
Questions about Owatonna Public School District
How do I become an approved vendor for Owatonna Public School District?
Owatonna Public School District currently works with 669 vendors across contract types including OTHER, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 169 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 Owatonna Public School District?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Owatonna Public School District include Owatonna Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Owatonna Public Schools ISD 761 Tax Levy Hearing: 2026 Impact & Analysis, and Owatonna School Board Meeting: Policy Changes & Reduction Directives, 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 Owatonna Public School District publish RFPs?
Owatonna Public School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 2 solicitations from Owatonna Public School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Owatonna Public School District?
At Owatonna Public School District, 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 169 decision-makers at Owatonna Public School District.
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What does Owatonna Public School District spend the most on?
Based on 1,183 tracked contracts, Owatonna Public School District spends most on Capital Projects (486), Education & Training (333), Grants (143), Administration & Finance (117), and Information Technology (104). Contract types include OTHER, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Owatonna Public School District's current vendors?
Owatonna Public School District currently works with vendors including COLE’S ELECTRIC INC, FULL CIRCLE COUNSELING & WELLNESS, COSTCO WORKPLACE GIVING CAMPAIGN, LES THOMAS FAMILY, OWATONNA QUARTERBACK CLUB, THRIVENT, STATE FARM MOLLY MCGIILLEN AGENCY, DAVID & VICKIE SKALA, HUSKIES BULLPEN CLUB, and OWATONNA KICKERS CLUB. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, EQUIPMENT, FACILITIES, and TECHNOLOGY. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Owatonna Public School District working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, Owatonna Public School District is actively discussing: Owatonna Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Owatonna Public Schools ISD 761 Tax Levy Hearing: 2026 Impact & Analysis, Owatonna School Board Meeting: Policy Changes & Reduction Directives, Owatonna Public Schools Enrollment Report: Analysis & Projections, and Owatonna Public Schools Pursues MSHSL Grant for Student Activity Fees. 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 Owatonna Public School District have?
Owatonna Public School District currently has 2 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (486), Education & Training (333), and Grants (143). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.