Arkansas River Power Authority bids, RFPs and contracts
Lamar, Coloradoarpapower.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Aug 27, 2026
- 2 months ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 1
- Contracts
- 113
- 46 vendors
- Decision makers
- 1
The 30-second brief
1 pre-RFP (projects, hiring and grants) found in Arkansas River Power Authority's meetings, most in legal & compliance. The latest, from Aug 27: Power Authority Developing First-Ever Records Retention Policy.
Administration & Finance leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Capital Projects.
Latest awards: Black Hills (Oct 2026) and COLOTRUST for board to Consider COLOTRUST Participation Authorization (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Arkansas River Power Authority's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Arkansas River Power Authority buys from, taken from council records. 113 contracts with 46 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Arkansas River Power Authority.
Questions about Arkansas River Power Authority
How do I become an approved vendor for Arkansas River Power Authority?
Arkansas River Power Authority currently works with 46 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1 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 Arkansas River Power Authority?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Administration & Finance (6), Utilities (5), and Capital Projects (2), 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 Arkansas River Power Authority publish RFPs?
Arkansas River Power Authority 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 Arkansas River Power Authority?
At Arkansas River Power Authority, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include General Manager's Office. 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 1 decision-makers at Arkansas River Power Authority.
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What does Arkansas River Power Authority spend the most on?
Based on 17 tracked contracts, Arkansas River Power Authority spends most on Administration & Finance (6), Utilities (5), Capital Projects (2), Equipment (2), and Legal & Compliance (2). Contract types include UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Arkansas River Power Authority's current vendors?
Arkansas River Power Authority currently works with vendors including BLACK HILLS, COLOTRUST, CLAY CREEK LLC, LINEAR LABS, RFARMER LLC, CROSS CANYON ENGINEERING, and SANDHILLS ENERGY. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, FINANCIAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and CONSTRUCTION. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.