City of Aurora bids, RFPs and contracts
Aurora, ColoradoPop. 410,053 · auroragov.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 29, 2026
- 4 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 217
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 6+
- Next due Nov 2
- Contracts
- 90
- 81 vendors
The 30-second brief
217 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Aurora's meetings, most in capital projects and infrastructure & maintenance. The latest, from Oct 29: Traffic impact and roadway design improvements along Gun Club Road and East Jewell Avenue supporting the Murphy Creek GDP amendment.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Updates and Public Works.
6+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 2. Latest awards: Kings Crossing Village (Dec 2025) and Melcortc Aurora (Dec 2025).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Aurora's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Aurora is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Aurora buys from, taken from council records. 90 contracts with 81 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Aurora.
Questions about City of Aurora
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Aurora?
City of Aurora currently works with 81 vendors across contract types including Service, Tax Rebate Agreement, Construction, Lease-Purchase Agreement, and Intergovernmental Agreement. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 65 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 Aurora?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Aurora include Aurora City Council Meeting: Business Development, Funding & Approvals, Aurora City Council Reviews Homelessness Funding; Allocations to Advance, and Planning & Economic Development Committee Meeting Summary: Nov. 12th, 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 Aurora publish RFPs?
City of Aurora publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 426 solicitations from City of Aurora. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Updates, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Aurora?
At City of Aurora, 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 Public Works — Operations Division (City Facilities / Facilities Maintenance), Aurora Water, Aurora-South Metro Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Planning and Business Development Department, Judicial, and City Attorney'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 65 decision-makers at City of Aurora.
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What does City of Aurora spend the most on?
Based on 775 tracked contracts, City of Aurora spends most on Capital Projects (375), Public Updates (112), Public Works (109), Public Safety (102), and Recreation & Community Services (77). Contract types include Service, Tax Rebate Agreement, Construction, Lease-Purchase Agreement, and Intergovernmental Agreement. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Aurora's current vendors?
City of Aurora currently works with vendors including KINGS CROSSING VILLAGE, MELCORTC AURORA, AURORA SOUTH METRO SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER, COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM, RK INDUSTRIES, DOUGLAS COUNTY GOVERNMENT, MILE HIGH FLOOD DISTRICT, AURORA CAPITAL LEASING, STATE OF COLORADO HUMAN SERVICES, and EAST CHERRY CREEK VALLEY WATER & SANITATION. These vendors span contract types like Service, Tax Rebate Agreement, Construction, Lease-Purchase Agreement, and Intergovernmental Agreement. 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 Aurora working on?
Based on 22 tracked meetings, City of Aurora is actively discussing: Aurora City Council Meeting: Business Development, Funding & Approvals, Aurora City Council Reviews Homelessness Funding; Allocations to Advance, Planning & Economic Development Committee Meeting Summary: Nov. 12th, Variance Request Denied, Vice Chair Elected at Aurora Adjustments Meeting, and Planning & Economic Development Policy Committee Meeting Summary - Oct 8. 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 Aurora have?
City of Aurora currently has 426 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (375), Public Updates (112), and Public Works (109). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.