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South Dakota
Pre-RFPs
145
Agencies
1,701
Projects
621
In 55 counties

621 projects tracked in South Dakota. Get the ones that fit you.

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What's planned

Capital Projects, Grants and Information Technology lead the 145 pre-RFPs Civic IQ has found in South Dakota council minutes and budgets.

Who's buying

City of Aberdeen, City of Mitchell and South Dakota Department of Agriculture have the most projects on record.

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What South Dakota agencies are planning

Upcoming projects, grants and hiring found in council minutes and budget hearings, before the solicitation.

OpportunityThe Arts Council reviewed a feasibility study for the Covey Center that outlines options up to building a new 1,800-seat performing arts center with backstage space, studios, gallery, and a 200–300 seat black box theater. The concept is estimated at about $120 million and would likely rely heavily on private donations, with potential bonding and public/private partnerships also mentioned. Elected officials have not yet made decisions, so there is room for consultants, fundraisers, designers, and operators to shape scope, funding models, and governance.Town of Provo · Jan 28, 2026$120,000,000OpportunityDouglas School District’s June 22, 2026 board agenda includes an item for “Facilities Master Plan Phase II Funding Information,” alongside detailed multi‑year cash flow scenarios for major capital projects. The planning documents outline a phased program including a Douglas Middle School (DMS) addition, a Career and Technical Education (CTE) addition, a new elementary school (Elementary #1), Badger Clark and Francis Case entries, and a Central Office/technology move, with multiple funding scenarios tied to a $20 million DCIP grant, a $7.8 million CTE grant, a $42 million HUD/Community Development grant, state loan dollars, and Impact Aid. The scenarios show spending windows from 2026 through at least 2030, with key milestones such as a Fall 2028 target for the CTE addition and new elementary building under several grant-approval scenarios, and a requirement to spend all state loan dollars by 2029. While no specific RFPs or contractors are named for these Phase II projects yet, the district is clearly in active capital and funding planning, including grant dependencies, cost estimates, and sequencing. This creates an opening for vendors in architecture, engineering, construction management, educational facilities planning, and related services to help refine scopes, phasing, and budgeting as the board moves from funding scenarios to defined projects and procurements.Douglas School District 51-1 · Jun 22, 2026$89,000,000OpportunityRandall Community Water District submitted a State Water Plan application for a Phase II expansion, seeking $31,907,000 in projected state funding to double treatment capacity at its Pickstown water treatment plant from 6 MGD to 12 MGD. This will mirror the ongoing 8 MGD expansion at the Platte plant (bringing that plant to 12 MGD) and provide redundancy and capacity to serve RCWD, Aurora-Brule and Davison rural systems, and the City of Mitchell under the Connecting Neighbors project. The project may also require intake and raw water pipeline improvements and redundancy. With water rates currently at $66.50/month for 7,000 gallons for a typical ¾" meter, the district is clearly planning a major capital build tied to regional growth. Engineering, design-build, treatment equipment, intake, and pipeline vendors should monitor this project as it progresses from planning into funding and procurement phases.South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources | Board of Water and Natural Resources · Jun 25, 2026$31,907,000OpportunityThe district presented an FY27–FY29 Master Facility Plan outlining major upgrades at multiple campuses, including roofs, HVAC, electrical, lighting, security, parking, playgrounds, and a $25 million SBHS CTE addition. Woodle Field improvements, rural site work, and districtwide security projects are also listed with rough dollar estimates. Vendors in construction, engineering, security, and related services can begin positioning for design, cost estimating, and phased implementation work that will flow into future capital outlay budgets.Meade School District 46-1 · Jun 8, 2026$30,000,000141 more pre-RFPs matched to you in a free digestGet matches free →

Recent projects and awards in South Dakota

Contract awards and project updates from public meetings, largest and newest first.

On June 10, 2026, the Board approved a $7,500,000 REDI loan to Elevate Rapid City, secured by a first lien on collateral property and with authority to release liens as lots are sold. The Board also waived the typical restriction on take-out financing. This indicates a sizable, multi-lot development effort already financed, creating substantial ongoing demand for infrastructure, construction, engineering, and related professional services as the project moves from financing into build-out.Contract Award · South Dakota Department of Agriculture · Hughes County · Jul 8, 2026$7,500,000The Commission will approve the low bid to Holloway Bridge and Culvert for $1,708,552.50 for structure #06-240-141 (09GU). This is a large bridge construction or replacement project moving into execution with an identified contractor. Heavy construction, engineering support, and materials suppliers can engage Holloway and county staff about subcontracting, QA testing, erosion control, and planning for similar future structures.Contract Award · Town of Lake Hendricks · Brookings County · Jul 7, 2026$1,708,552Brookings County plans to approve low bids to Holloway Bridge and Culvert for two structures, #06-240-123 for $453,937.43 and #06-240-141 for $1,708,552.50. These are major bridge projects funded in part through the state BIG program, with contract approval on the July 7, 2026 agenda. Contractors and material suppliers can pursue subcontracting, materials, and related services, and competitors can track Holloway as the incumbent for future bridge work and maintenance.Contract Award · Brookings Housing & Redevelopment Commission · Brookings County · Jul 7, 2026$2,162,490Watertown approved Change Order No. 2 on the Neighborhood Street Reconstruct – 5th Avenue N project, adjusting sanitary sewer and storm sewer quantities and raising the total contract price to about $3.05 million. Watertown Municipal Utilities is funding a substantial portion tied to utility work, and construction runs through at least September 2026 per the updated schedule. Civil contractors and materials suppliers can target remaining and follow-on work such as paving, utilities, restoration, and future nearby phases using this as incumbent and budget intelligence.Contract Award · City of Watertown · Codington County · Jul 6, 2026$3,051,215For highway Project MC26-09 Microsurfacing, the County received two bids and awarded the contract to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp (ASTECH) for $997,914.72. Intermountain Slurry Seal bid higher at $1,387,418.65. This confirms ASTECH as the current microsurfacing contractor and gives competitors pricing and scope context for future road maintenance bids in the county.Contract Award · Minnehaha County · Minnehaha County · Jun 30, 2026$997,914The Board approved a $15,500,000 Clean Water SRF loan and a $2,000,000 Consolidated grant for Milbank’s Phase 1 wastewater treatment facility improvements, for a total Phase 1 cost of $17,500,000. This phase will replace aging influent pumping and pretreatment facilities with capacity, reliability, safety, and hydraulic upgrades, including a new influent pumping/pretreatment building and SCADA system replacement. Milbank will secure the loan with a project surcharge on existing $35.74/month sewer rates, and acknowledged that rates will rise to around $90.74/month for 5,000 gallons to support debt. While the primary financing decision is made, the city must now complete detailed design and deliver construction, controls, and automation. Vendors can pursue subcontracting and follow-on work, and can position for future phases of WWTF improvements that the city signaled will follow this initial phase.Contract Award · South Dakota Department of Environment & Natural Resources | Board of Water and Natural Resources · Hughes County · Jun 25, 2026$17,500,000470 more South Dakota projects matched to you in a free digestGet matches free →

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55 counties
Minnehaha69Hughes51Brown28Brookings24Kingsbury23Lawrence22Meade20Lincoln19Davison17Fall River17Clark16Spink16Douglas14McCook12Pennington11Sanborn11Codington10Lake10Marshall10Perkins10Clay9Edmunds9Turner9Bon Homme8Corson8Hamlin7Roberts7Day6Walworth5Charles Mix4Lyman4Sully4Tripp4Brule3Custer3Deuel3Faulk3McPherson3Union3Beadle2Bennett2Buffalo2Butte2Mellette2Miner2Potter2Yankton2Gregory1Haakon1Hand1Hanson1Hyde1Moody1Todd1Ziebach1

Government agencies in South Dakota

1,701 agencies tracked, with procurement data, contacts and vendors.

Ziebach CountyCounty · 2,418 pop.Yankton CountyCounty · 23,509 pop.Wright UT14 pop.White Hill UT7 pop.Westover UT10 pop.West Yankton UT3,653 pop.West Pennington UT1,663 pop.West Mcpherson UT256 pop.West Lyman UT216 pop.West Hughes UT2,823 pop.West Gregory UT442 pop.West Corson UT249 pop.West Butte UT3,145 pop.Wentworth VillageCity · 174 pop.Walworth CountyCounty · 5,270 pop.Union CountyCounty · 17,402 pop.Turner CountyCounty · 9,087 pop.Tripp CountyCounty · 5,717 pop.Town of ZickrickCity · 10 pop.
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Questions about South Dakota

How do I find government contracts in South Dakota?

There are 621 tracked government projects across 1,701 agencies in 55 South Dakota counties. The most active procurement sectors include Capital Projects, Information Technology, and Equipment. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts, all in one place. Filter by county, sector, or agency to find the most relevant opportunities.

Which counties have the most procurement activity in South Dakota?

The counties with the most government procurement activity in South Dakota are: South Dakota (85 projects), Minnehaha County (69 projects), Hughes County (51 projects), Brown County (28 projects), and Brookings County (24 projects). These counties represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the state. You can drill into any county to see active projects, agency contacts, and competitive intelligence, focusing your business development on the highest-opportunity areas.

What types of agencies issue RFPs in South Dakota?

Government agencies across South Dakota that issue RFPs include County Governments, School Districts, Cities & Towns, Housing Authorities, Government Agencies, and Special Districts. With 1,701 agencies tracked across 55 counties, South Dakota has a diverse procurement landscape. Each agency manages its own RFP process and vendor relationships independently.

How do I bid on South Dakota government projects?

To bid on government projects in South Dakota, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in SD publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, there are 621 tracked projects across South Dakota. The key advantage is getting in early. Pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

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What sectors are most active in South Dakota?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in South Dakota are: Capital Projects (181 projects), Information Technology (91 projects), Equipment (58 projects), Infrastructure & Maintenance (44 projects), and Professional Services (40 projects). Across 22 active sectors statewide, Detailed breakdowns by sector, county, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics across the state.

Who are the key decision-makers in South Dakota?

Procurement decisions in South Dakota are made by individual agency leaders such as city managers, county administrators, school superintendents, and department heads, across 1,701 agencies in 55 counties. Each agency has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across South Dakota agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

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