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Town of Dempster bids, RFPs and contracts

Town of Dempster logoSouth Dakota
Latest contract
Jun 4, 2025
17 months ago
Contracts
1,713
533 vendors
Decision makers
1
Population
251

The 30-second brief

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.

How they buy

Latest awards: Ottertail Power for ottertail Power Receives Change Order ($40,429.35, Jun 2025) and Castlerock Construction & Concrete for castlerock contracted for Hwy 14 & 25 Concrete repair ($30,918.42, Jun 2025).

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Vendors and contracts

Who Town of Dempster buys from, taken from council records. 1,713 contracts with 533 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Town of Dempster.

Questions about Town of Dempster

How do I become an approved vendor for Town of Dempster?

Town of Dempster currently works with 533 vendors across contract types including Electrical Work, Concrete Repair, Lead Paint Removal, Change order, and Infrastructure. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Dempster?

Small purchases under SD's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Town of Dempster include De Smet Common Council to Address Major Infrastructure and Regulatory Changes, De Smet Common Council Meeting Summary, and De Smet Common Council Meeting Summary: Infrastructure and Commercial Updates, 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 Dempster publish RFPs?

Town of Dempster 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 Dempster?

At Town of Dempster, 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 Auditor. 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 1 decision-makers at Town of Dempster.

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What does Town of Dempster spend the most on?

Based on 637 tracked contracts, Town of Dempster spends most on Capital Projects (359), Public Works (167), Grants (43), Environmental Services (38), and Recreation & Community Services (30). Contract types include Electrical Work, Concrete Repair, Lead Paint Removal, Change order, and Infrastructure. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Town of Dempster's current vendors?

Town of Dempster currently works with vendors including OTTERTAIL POWER, CASTLEROCK CONSTRUCTION & CONCRETE, FLATLAND ENTERPRISE, CASTLEROCK CONSTRUCTION, HALME INC, OKEEFE IMPLEMENT, UNITED SANITATION, and OTTERTAIL. These vendors span contract types like Electrical Work, Concrete Repair, Lead Paint Removal, Change order, and Infrastructure. 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 Dempster working on?

Based on 6 tracked meetings, Town of Dempster is actively discussing: De Smet Common Council to Address Major Infrastructure and Regulatory Changes, De Smet Common Council Meeting Summary, De Smet Common Council Meeting Summary: Infrastructure and Commercial Updates, De Smet Infrastructure and Development Updates Meeting, and De Smet Common Council Meeting Summary - March 12, 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.

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