Gilpin County bids, RFPs and contracts
- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 13, 2026
- 25 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 85
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 142
- Contracts
- 452
- 294 vendors
The 30-second brief
85 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Gilpin County's meetings, most in grants and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 13: County Seeks State Affordable Housing Funds.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
Latest awards: Rubin Brown (Oct 2026) and Clear Creek County for gilpin County Considers Veterans Services Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Gilpin County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Gilpin County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Gilpin County buys from, taken from council records. 452 contracts with 294 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Gilpin County.
Questions about Gilpin County
How do I become an approved vendor for Gilpin County?
Gilpin County currently works with 294 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 20 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 Gilpin County?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Gilpin County include Gilpin County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Gilpin County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Gilpin County Commissioners Tackle Business and Grant Opportunities, 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 Gilpin County publish RFPs?
Gilpin County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 142 solicitations from Gilpin County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Gilpin County?
At Gilpin County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Gilpin County Sheriff's Office — Communications Center, Human Services, Office of Emergency Management, Gilpin County Sheriff's Office, Community Development, and Treasurer. 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 20 decision-makers at Gilpin County.
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What does Gilpin County spend the most on?
Based on 811 tracked contracts, Gilpin County spends most on Capital Projects (398), Grants (189), Public Works (80), Public Safety (79), and Information Technology (65). Contract types include CONSULTING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Gilpin County's current vendors?
Gilpin County currently works with vendors including RUBIN BROWN, CLEAR CREEK COUNTY, CLEAR CREEK WATERSHED & FOREST HEALTH PARTNERSHIP, WATER STORAGE TANKS INC, GARY SINISE FOUNDATION, FAIRFIELD & WOODS PC, GOLD DIRT RE, BASE CAMP BREWS LLC DBA PICKLE LIQUORS, CITY OF IDAHO SPRINGS, and BASE CAMP BREWS LLC. These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, LEGAL, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Gilpin County working on?
Based on 4 tracked meetings, Gilpin County is actively discussing: Gilpin County — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Gilpin County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Gilpin County Commissioners Tackle Business and Grant Opportunities, and Gilpin County Commissioners Swearing-In: A New Era for County Leadership. 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 Gilpin County have?
Gilpin County currently has 142 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (398), Grants (189), and Public Works (80). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.