Town of Clear Lake bids, RFPs and contracts
South DakotaPop. 214 · clearlakesd.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 21 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 9
- 7 in the last 30 days
- Contracts
- 78
- 74 vendors
- Decision makers
- 44
The 30-second brief
9 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Town of Clear Lake's meetings, most in public works and insurance. The latest, from Oct 13: The council approved and signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the City of Gary, SD for a Water Distribution/Wastewater Treatment Certified Operator at $100 per hour plus mileage. The term is one year or until Gary hires a certified employee. This creates a clear service relationship with a defined staffing need and possible extension if Gary remains short on certified operators.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Utilities.
Latest awards: Clear Lake Area Development Inc for clear Lake Approves Quarterly Development Funding ($17,500.00, Oct 2026) and Bjerke Sanitation for clear Lake Pays Bjerke for Sanitation Services ($9,322.04, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Town of Clear Lake's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Town of Clear Lake buys from, taken from council records. 78 contracts with 74 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Clear Lake.
Questions about Town of Clear Lake
How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Clear Lake?
Town of Clear Lake currently works with 74 vendors across contract types including OTHER, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 44 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 Town of Clear Lake?
Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Clear Lake include Clear Lake Council OKs Watermain Project Expansion; Banner to Contact Vendor, and Clear Lake City Council Approves Water Project & Discusses 2026 Budget, 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 Town of Clear Lake publish RFPs?
Town of Clear Lake publishes formal RFPs on its official website and SD's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Town of Clear Lake?
At Town of Clear Lake, purchasing decisions are overseen by the city manager or mayor's office, with department heads across Public Works, IT, Finance, and Public Safety. Key departments include Human Services, Human Resources, and Public Works. 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 44 decision-makers at Town of Clear Lake.
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What does Town of Clear Lake spend the most on?
Based on 37 tracked contracts, Town of Clear Lake spends most on Capital Projects (14), Public Works (10), Utilities (6), Infrastructure & Maintenance (4), and Grants (3). Contract types include OTHER, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Town of Clear Lake's current vendors?
Town of Clear Lake currently works with vendors including CLEAR LAKE AREA DEVELOPMENT INC, BJERKE SANITATION, BOYD LAW FIRM PROFESSIONAL LLC, SOUTH DAKOTA ONE CALL, HALME INC, INDUSTRIAL CHEM LABS & SERVICE, MAYNARD'S FOOD, CITY OF GARY SD, CLEAR LAKE CITY LIBRARY, and COLE PAPER INC. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, MAINTENANCE, LEGAL, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Town of Clear Lake working on?
Based on 2 tracked meetings, Town of Clear Lake is actively discussing: Clear Lake Council OKs Watermain Project Expansion; Banner to Contact Vendor, and Clear Lake City Council Approves Water Project & Discusses 2026 Budget. 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.