St. James R-I School District bids, RFPs and contracts
St James, Missouri1,584 students · stjschools.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 26, 2026
- 38 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 62
- Bids and RFPs
- 7
- None open now
- Contracts
- 7,939
- 2,093 vendors
The 30-second brief
62 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in St. James R-I School District's meetings, most in information technology and education & training. The latest, from Sep 26: K-5 Science of Reading Intervention and Supplemental Phonics Tools.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Education & Training and Information Technology.
Latest awards: Copeland Bus Service for st. James R-1 Plans Copeland Bus Service Agreement (Oct 2026) and MUSIC for st. James R-1 Plans 2027 M.U.S.I.C. Renewal (Oct 2026).
62 pre-RFPs tracked at St. James R-I School District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in St. James R-I School District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations St. James R-I School District has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who St. James R-I School District buys from, taken from council records. 7,939 contracts with 2,093 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at St. James R-I School District.
Questions about St. James R-I School District
How do I become an approved vendor for St. James R-I School District?
St. James R-I School District currently works with 2,093 vendors across contract types including TRANSPORTATION, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 84 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 R-I School District?
Small purchases under MO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at St. James R-I School District include St. James Board Meeting: Policy Updates, Budget Impact, and Approvals, St. James School Board Reviews Budget,Tiger Trail, and Policy Updates, and St. James School Board Meeting: Budget, Policy Updates, City Collaboration, 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 R-I School District publish RFPs?
St. James R-I School District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and MO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 7 solicitations from St. James R-I School District. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Education & Training, Information Technology. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at St. James R-I School District?
At St. James R-I 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 Kvc, Superintendent, Special Education, and Food Service. 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 84 decision-makers at St. James R-I School District.
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What does St. James R-I School District spend the most on?
Based on 2,060 tracked contracts, St. James R-I School District spends most on Capital Projects (975), Education & Training (369), Information Technology (295), Grants (280), and Transportation (141). Contract types include TRANSPORTATION, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, and TECHNOLOGY. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are St. James R-I School District's current vendors?
St. James R-I School District currently works with vendors including COPELAND BUS SERVICE, MUSIC, MSBA, BOKF, N.A., LJ HART, UMB BANK N.A., COPELAND BUS SERVICES, SKYCOACH LLC, MOASBO, and SCHOOL HEALTH CORPORATION. These vendors span contract types like TRANSPORTATION, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, 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 St. James R-I School District working on?
Based on 9 tracked meetings, St. James R-I School District is actively discussing: St. James Board Meeting: Policy Updates, Budget Impact, and Approvals, St. James School Board Reviews Budget,Tiger Trail, and Policy Updates, St. James School Board Meeting: Budget, Policy Updates, City Collaboration, Board of Education Meeting Summary: June 25, 2025, and Board of Education Meeting Summary: April 9, 2025. 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 R-I School District have?
St. James R-I School District currently has 7 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (975), Education & Training (369), and Information Technology (295). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, MO's state portal, and other sources.