St. James Public School District bids, RFPs and contracts
Saint James, Minnesota1,150 students · stjames.k12.mn.us- Latest pre-RFP
- May 11, 2026
- 6 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 6
- Bids and RFPs
- 8
- None open now
- Contracts
- 1,488
- 671 vendors
The 30-second brief
6 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in St. James Public School District's meetings, most in capital projects and education & training. The latest, from May 11: District Re-evaluating Administrative Staffing and Workflows.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Recreation & Community Services.
Latest awards: South Central Service Cooperative for literacy Lead Agreement With Service Cooperative (May 2026) and Sleepy Eye for literacy Lead Sharing Agreement With Sleepy Eye (May 2026).
6 pre-RFPs tracked at St. James Public School District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in St. James Public School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations St. James Public School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who St. James Public School District buys from, taken from council records. 1,488 contracts with 671 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at St. James Public School District.
Questions about St. James Public School District
How do I become an approved vendor for St. James Public School District?
St. James Public School District currently works with 671 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, FOOD_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 155 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 St. James Public School District?
Small purchases under MN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at St. James Public School District include St. James Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), St. James Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and St. James School Board Meeting: Financials, Personnel, Project Reviews, 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 St. James Public School District publish RFPs?
St. James Public School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 8 solicitations from St. James Public School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Recreation & Community Services. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at St. James Public School District?
At St. James 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. Key departments include Elementary School, Sjccc, Special Education, Human Resources, and Parks & Recreation. 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 155 decision-makers at St. James Public School District.
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What does St. James Public School District spend the most on?
Based on 1,082 tracked contracts, St. James Public School District spends most on Capital Projects (668), Grants (160), Recreation & Community Services (111), Education & Training (82), and Information Technology (61). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, FOOD_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are St. James Public School District's current vendors?
St. James Public School District currently works with vendors including SOUTH CENTRAL SERVICE COOPERATIVE, SLEEPY EYE, BRUCE’S PLUMBING & HEATING, CATALANO INDUSTRIES, TONY DOWNS FOODS, FIRST NATIONAL BANK, ST. PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION, NESS AGENCY, ICS INC, and EHLER’S. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, FOOD_SERVICES, and FINANCIAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is St. James Public School District working on?
Based on 7 tracked meetings, St. James Public School District is actively discussing: St. James Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), St. James Public School District — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), St. James School Board Meeting: Financials, Personnel, Project Reviews, St. James ISD Meeting: Budget, Facilities, Staffing Decisions (Sept 8, 2025), and St. James School Board Approves Hires, Discusses Facilities & Budget (8/18/25). 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 St. James Public School District have?
St. James Public School District currently has 8 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (668), Grants (160), and Recreation & Community Services (111). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MN's state portal, and other sources.