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Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 bids, RFPs and contracts

Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 logoScranton, Kansas
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 15, 2026
20 days ago
Pre-RFPs
12
5 in the last 30 days
Contracts
88
68 vendors
Decision makers
14

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and transportation. The latest, from Oct 15: Concession stand roof replacement with metal roofing and shingle tear-off.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.

How they buy

Latest awards: Lippert Mechanical Service Corp for USD 434 awards HVAC controls contract to Lippert ($212,400, Apr 2026) and Trak Roofing & Construction for carbondale School Window Bid Awarded to Trak Roofing ($23,213.43, Mar 2026).

12 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 15

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Vendors and contracts

Who Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 buys from, taken from council records. 88 contracts with 68 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434.

Questions about Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434

How do I become an approved vendor for Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434?

Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 currently works with 68 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 14 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 Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434?

Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 include Santa Fe Trail USD 434 Board Meeting: FBLA Fundraiser & Reconfiguration, 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 Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 publish RFPs?

Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434?

At Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434, 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 Curriculum & Instruction, Human Resources, Administration, and Board of Education. 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 14 decision-makers at Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434.

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What does Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 spend the most on?

Based on 274 tracked contracts, Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 spends most on Capital Projects (151), Grants (54), Recreation & Community Services (28), Transportation (21), and Administration & Finance (20). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434's current vendors?

Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 currently works with vendors including LIPPERT MECHANICAL SERVICE CORP, TRAK ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION, OPAA!, HTK, KASB, CHEF ANN FOUNDATION, EF TOURS, PARENT SQUARE, CHARGER YEARBOOK, and MIDWEST BUS SALES. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, FOOD_SERVICES, CONSULTING, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, 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 Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 working on?

Based on 1 tracked meeting, Santa Fe Trail Unified School District 434 is actively discussing: Santa Fe Trail USD 434 Board Meeting: FBLA Fundraiser & Reconfiguration. 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.

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