City of Colby bids, RFPs and contracts
Colby, KansasPop. 5,489 · cityofcolbyks.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 6, 2026
- 28 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 12
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 19
- Contracts
- 1,139
- 531 vendors
The 30-second brief
12 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Colby's meetings, most in grants and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 6: The council was scheduled to act on an invoice from Q.M.C. Inc. for construction of the city-owned hangar. The invoice amount was $132,689.56, showing the project was already underway and billing was in progress. That makes the hangar a live follow-on opportunity for construction, closeout, or related trades. The agenda item did not state that the invoice was already paid.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: State of Kansas Office of the State Fire Marshal for colby Considers Wildfire Response Agreement With State (Oct 2026) and Colby Investment Group for colby Considers Arena Development Funding Request (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Colby's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Colby has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Colby buys from, taken from council records. 1,139 contracts with 531 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Colby.
Questions about City of Colby
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Colby?
City of Colby currently works with 531 vendors across contract types including OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and LICENSE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 12 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 Colby?
Small purchases under KS's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Colby include City of Colby — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Colby — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Colby — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), 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 Colby publish RFPs?
City of Colby publishes formal RFPs on its official website and KS's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 19 solicitations from City of Colby. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Colby?
At City of Colby, 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, Emergency Communications, Police, Parks & Recreation, and Finance. 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 12 decision-makers at City of Colby.
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What does City of Colby spend the most on?
Based on 3,007 tracked contracts, City of Colby spends most on Capital Projects (2,067), Public Works (474), Grants (196), Recreation & Community Services (142), and Environmental Services (128). Contract types include OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and LICENSE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Colby's current vendors?
City of Colby currently works with vendors including STATE OF KANSAS OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL, COLBY INVESTMENT GROUP, Q.M.C. INC, WALMART, KELSEY HAWKINS DAYCARE HOME, WOOFTER CONSTRUCTION, KDOT, and WEIGEL CONCRETE. These vendors span contract types like OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, and LICENSE. 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 Colby working on?
Based on 12 tracked meetings, City of Colby is actively discussing: City of Colby — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Colby — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Colby — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Colby Council Considers Star Bond, Budget Amendments, and Water Rates, and Colby Council Approves Land Buy, Employee Benefits, Sets Public Hearing. 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 Colby have?
City of Colby currently has 19 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (2,067), Public Works (474), and Grants (196). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, KS's state portal, and other sources.