City of Lamar bids, RFPs and contracts
Lamar, ColoradoPop. 7,588 · ci.lamar.co.us- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 27, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 48
- 8 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 20
- Contracts
- 16
- 13 vendors
The 30-second brief
48 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Lamar's meetings, most in public safety and professional services. The latest, from Oct 27: CDBG grant application for residential abatement and demolition of blighted properties.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Contract Admin and Grant Funding.
Latest awards: Home Store for annual Flower Maintenance Agreement with Home Store (May 2025) and Magnet Forensics Inc. for city considers purchasing Magnet Forensics program (May 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Lamar's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Lamar has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Lamar buys from, taken from council records. 16 contracts with 13 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Lamar.
Questions about City of Lamar
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Lamar?
City of Lamar currently works with 13 vendors across contract types including Service, Software, Lease Agreement, MOU, and Change Order. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 47 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 City of Lamar?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Lamar include Lamar City Council Meeting: Budget Approval, Bids Awarded, & Recognition, Lamar City Council Meeting: Development Projects and Community Initiatives, and Lamar City Council Meeting: Transition, Budget, and Community 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 City of Lamar publish RFPs?
City of Lamar publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 20 solicitations from City of Lamar. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Contract Admin, Grant Funding. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Lamar?
At City of Lamar, 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 Community Development. 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 47 decision-makers at City of Lamar.
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What does City of Lamar spend the most on?
Based on 489 tracked contracts, City of Lamar spends most on Capital Projects (203), Contract Admin (76), Grant Funding (76), Public Works (72), and Public Safety (62). Contract types include Service, Software, Lease Agreement, MOU, and Change Order. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Lamar's current vendors?
City of Lamar currently works with vendors including HOME STORE, MAGNET FORENSICS INC., TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC., ALLEN AVIATION, AQUA HOLICS, SECED, SOUTHEAST NETWORKS & SUPPORT, and SE COLORADO RECYCLING. These vendors span contract types like Service, Software, Lease Agreement, MOU, and Change Order. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is City of Lamar working on?
Based on 14 tracked meetings, City of Lamar is actively discussing: Lamar City Council Meeting: Budget Approval, Bids Awarded, & Recognition, Lamar City Council Meeting: Development Projects and Community Initiatives, Lamar City Council Meeting: Transition, Budget, and Community Updates, Lamar City Council Meeting: Budget Approved, Parade Policy & New Events, and Lamar City Council Discusses Budget, Parades, LCC Update (Oct 13, 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 City of Lamar have?
City of Lamar currently has 20 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (203), Contract Admin (76), and Grant Funding (76). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.