Southern School District 1 bids, RFPs and contracts
Wymore, Nebraska374 students · southernschools.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 12, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 61
- 13 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 3
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,576
- 417 vendors
The 30-second brief
61 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Southern School District 1's meetings, most in infrastructure & maintenance and information technology. The latest, from Oct 12: In the October 12, 2026 superintendent report, the district said it had secured a flooring contractor to apply an epoxy flooring product to the high school back hallway during winter break. The contractor was already selected, so the next value is in implementation support, scheduling, and any adjacent flooring or prep work. The project was not described with a price.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Education & Training.
Latest awards: Jim's Carpet for school District Plans $33,940 Carpet Project ($33,939.72, Oct 2026) and Cdw Government for district Pays CDW Government $11,679 ($11,678.75, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Southern School District 1's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Southern School District 1 has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Southern School District 1 buys from, taken from council records. 1,576 contracts with 417 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Southern School District 1.
Questions about Southern School District 1
How do I become an approved vendor for Southern School District 1?
Southern School District 1 currently works with 417 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and LEGAL. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 72 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 Southern School District 1?
Small purchases under NE's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Southern School District 1 include Southern School District 1 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Southern School District 1 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Board of Education Meeting: Superintendent Candidates Approved, 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 Southern School District 1 publish RFPs?
Southern School District 1 publishes formal RFPs on its official website and NE's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 3 solicitations from Southern School District 1. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Education & Training. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Southern School District 1?
At Southern School District 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 Human Resources. 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 72 decision-makers at Southern School District 1.
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What does Southern School District 1 spend the most on?
Based on 1,349 tracked contracts, Southern School District 1 spends most on Capital Projects (713), Grants (185), Education & Training (183), Information Technology (145), and Public Safety (123). Contract types include FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and LEGAL. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Southern School District 1's current vendors?
Southern School District 1 currently works with vendors including JIM'S CARPET, CDW GOVERNMENT, GRAINGER, TRUGREEN, KSB SCHOOL LAW, QUILL CORPORATION, CASH-WA DISTRIBUTING, FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA, CURRICULUM ASSCOIATES, and PLYMOUTH ELECTRIC. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, TECHNOLOGY, SUPPLIES, MAINTENANCE, and LEGAL. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Southern School District 1 working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, Southern School District 1 is actively discussing: Southern School District 1 — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Southern School District 1 — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Board of Education Meeting: Superintendent Candidates Approved, Board of Education Meeting: Facility Updates, Approvals, and Key Reports, and Southern Public Schools Board Meeting: Facility Projects & Contract Approved. 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 Southern School District 1 have?
Southern School District 1 currently has 3 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (713), Grants (185), and Education & Training (183). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, NE's state portal, and other sources.