City of Manitou Springs bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- 3 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 213
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 308
- Contracts
- 2,776
- 1,123 vendors
The 30-second brief
213 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Manitou Springs's meetings, most in parks & recreation and grants. The latest, from Nov 4: At the October 7, 2026 meeting, the commission discussed updating the HPC webpage for better visibility and communication. Commissioners asked for help from Communications Manager Alex Riegelmann to discuss integration and feature opportunities with the website. They also discussed publishing one article a month in the city newsletter and later agreed a quarterly publishing goal would be reasonable. This was a planning discussion with no procurement action recorded.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: AEC-WEST.COM for AEC-West Associated With Waltham Avenue Renovations (Nov 2026) and Lga Studios for LGA Studios Provided Earlier Midland Residence Design (Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Manitou Springs's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Manitou Springs has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Manitou Springs buys from, taken from council records. 2,776 contracts with 1,123 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Manitou Springs.
Questions about City of Manitou Springs
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Manitou Springs?
City of Manitou Springs currently works with 1,123 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 58 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 Manitou Springs?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Manitou Springs include City of Manitou Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Manitou Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Manitou Springs — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Manitou Springs publish RFPs?
City of Manitou Springs publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 308 solicitations from City of Manitou Springs. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Manitou Springs?
At City of Manitou Springs, 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 Solid Waste, Planning, Parks & Recreation, Community Development, and Fire. 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 58 decision-makers at City of Manitou Springs.
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What does City of Manitou Springs spend the most on?
Based on 3,797 tracked contracts, City of Manitou Springs spends most on Capital Projects (2,003), Public Works (664), Grants (608), Transportation (266), and Parks & Recreation (256). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Manitou Springs's current vendors?
City of Manitou Springs currently works with vendors including AEC-WEST.COM, LGA STUDIOS, EV STUDIO, PALACE HOMES INC, EL PASO COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY, ARCHAETYPE SOLUTIONS, BLUE MOUNTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING LLC, PARAGON REALTY LLC, and HCM. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and OTHER. 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 Manitou Springs working on?
Based on 10 tracked meetings, City of Manitou Springs is actively discussing: City of Manitou Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Manitou Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Manitou Springs — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Manitou Arts & Culture Board Meeting: Guidelines, Grants, and KollaCode, and Manitou Springs City Planning Commission Meeting: September 10, 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 Manitou Springs have?
City of Manitou Springs currently has 308 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,003), Public Works (664), and Grants (608). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.