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Bent County bids, RFPs and contracts

Colorado
Latest pre-RFP
Apr 9, 2026
7 months ago
Pre-RFPs
2
Bids and RFPs
1
None open now
Contracts
700
448 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

2 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Bent County's meetings, most in equipment and capital projects. The latest, from Apr 9: County Selling Large, Diverse Surplus Fleet at Auction.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Safety.

How they buy

Latest awards: La/bc Library District for LA/BC Library District Receives $7,500 Allocation ($7,500.00, Jul 2026) and Hasty/mcclave Rural Fire Department for county Grants $10K to Hasty/McClave Fire Dept ($10,000.00, Jul 2026).

Latest pre-RFP Apr 9

2 pre-RFPs tracked at Bent County. Get the ones that fit you, free.

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in Bent County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Recent bids and RFPs

Solicitations Bent County has posted. None are open right now.

Vendors and contracts

Who Bent County buys from, taken from council records. 700 contracts with 448 vendors.

LA/BC LIBRARY DISTRICTLA/BC Library District Receives $7,500 Allocation · Jul 9$7,500.00
HASTY/MCCLAVE RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENTCounty Grants $10K to Hasty/McClave Fire Dept · Jul 9$10,000.00
LA/BC TRAP CLUBLA/BC Trap Club Awarded $7,500 Funding · Jul 9$7,500.00
5 LOAVES PANTRYCounty Awards $15K to 5 Loaves Pantry · Jul 9$15,000.00
LAS ANIMAS HELPING HANDSLas Animas Helping Hands Receives $15K Grant · Jul 9$15,000.00

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Bent County.

Questions about Bent County

How do I become an approved vendor for Bent County?

Bent County currently works with 448 vendors across contract types including OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 10 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 Bent County?

Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Bent County include Bent County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bent County Commissioners Meeting: Zoning Changes & Library Funding, and Bent County Commissioners Meeting: Water Authorities & Grant Concerns, 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 Bent County publish RFPs?

Bent County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 1 solicitations from Bent County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Safety. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at Bent County?

At Bent County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Bent County Administration, Human Resources, Facilities Management, Finance, and Police. 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 10 decision-makers at Bent County.

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What does Bent County spend the most on?

Based on 436 tracked contracts, Bent County spends most on Capital Projects (207), Grants (108), Public Safety (51), Public Works (41), and Recreation & Community Services (29). Contract types include OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are Bent County's current vendors?

Bent County currently works with vendors including LA/BC LIBRARY DISTRICT, HASTY/MCCLAVE RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT, LA/BC TRAP CLUB, 5 LOAVES PANTRY, LAS ANIMAS HELPING HANDS, LAS ANIMAS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL, BENT/PROWERS CEMETERY DISTRICT, BOGGSVILLE HISTORIC SITE, BENT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, and LA/BC GOLF COURSE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.

What projects is Bent County working on?

Based on 5 tracked meetings, Bent County is actively discussing: Bent County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Bent County Commissioners Meeting: Zoning Changes & Library Funding, Bent County Commissioners Meeting: Water Authorities & Grant Concerns, Bent County Commissioners Address Health Insurance & Unfunded Mandates, and Bent County Commissioners Meeting: Farm Permit Transfer Denied. 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 Bent County have?

Bent County currently has 1 active solicitation. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (207), Grants (108), and Public Safety (51). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.

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