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San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation bids, RFPs and contracts

San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation logoTelluride, Colorado
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 8, 2026
30 days ago
Pre-RFPs
18
4 in the last 30 days
Contracts
180
73 vendors
Decision makers
2

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

18 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation's meetings, most in capital projects and transportation. The latest, from Oct 8: At its October 8, 2026 meeting the SMART Board approved Resolution 2026-22 for the FY27 fourth supplement to the gondola project development intergovernmental agreement (IGA). The amendment updated the 2027 cost-sharing budget, kept SMART as project sponsor, and continued planning for the Telluride-Mountain Village Gondola replacement before the current operating agreement expires on December 31, 2027. The estimated 2027 project development budget was $6,526,520, with SMART's share at $3,263,260. The agreement also updated Gondola Advisory Committee voting and supported future grant funding pursuits.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Community Events & Activities and Transportation.

How they buy

Latest awards: Keating Research Inc for keating Research Named Gondola Election Consultant ($60,000.00 for 2023 election consultant services; $109,333.33 estimated for 2024 election consultant services, Oct 2026) and Hilltop Securities for hilltop Securities Selected For Gondola Financial Advice ($24,000.00 for 2023 financial advisor and special counsel services; $24,000.00 estimated for 2024 financial advisor services, Oct 2026).

18 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 8

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Vendors and contracts

Who San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation buys from, taken from council records. 180 contracts with 73 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation.

Questions about San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation

How do I become an approved vendor for San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation?

San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation currently works with 73 vendors across contract types including CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 2 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 San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation?

Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (20), Community Events & Activities (17), and Transportation (13), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation publish RFPs?

San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation?

At San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART). 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 2 decision-makers at San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation.

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What does San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation spend the most on?

Based on 64 tracked contracts, San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation spends most on Capital Projects (20), Community Events & Activities (17), Transportation (13), Infrastructure & Maintenance (8), and Professional Services (6). Contract types include CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation's current vendors?

San Miguel Authority for Regional Transportation currently works with vendors including KEATING RESEARCH INC, HILLTOP SECURITIES, TSG SKI & GOLF LLC, PFM ASSET MANAGEMENT, COLORADO INTERGOVERNMENTAL RISK SHARING AGENCY ("CIRSA"), BLAIR & ASSOCIATES PC, and CSIP (COLORADO STATEWIDE INVESTMENT PROGRAM). These vendors span contract types like CONSULTING, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, OTHER, INSURANCE, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

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