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City of Colorado Springs bids, RFPs and contracts

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Latest pre-RFP
Oct 27, 2026
6 days ago
Pre-RFPs
175
20+ in the last 30 days
Open bids
9+
Next due Nov 4
Contracts
2,794
1,273 vendors

The 30-second brief

What they're planning

175 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Colorado Springs's meetings, most in capital projects and administration & finance. The latest, from Oct 27: Council was scheduled to consider a resolution approving the 2027 budget for the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department. The item was presented by the building official and finance director, so the spending plan was still pending the October 27, 2026 vote. This is a buying signal for any services tied to building permitting, inspections, finance systems, or departmental operations.

Where the money goes

Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Administration & Finance.

How they buy

9+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 4. Latest awards: Ymca of the Pikes Peak Region for city Considers Renewing Southeast Y Ground Lease (Oct 2026) and Prost Biergarten Denver LLC Dba Prost Brewing Company for prost Brewing Liquor License Application Approved (Oct 2026).

175 pre-RFPs trackedLatest Oct 27

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Pre-RFP projects

Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Colorado Springs's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.

Open bids and RFPs

Solicitations City of Colorado Springs is accepting responses to now.

Vendors and contracts

Who City of Colorado Springs buys from, taken from council records. 2,794 contracts with 1,273 vendors.

Who decides

Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Colorado Springs.

Questions about City of Colorado Springs

How do I become an approved vendor for City of Colorado Springs?

City of Colorado Springs currently works with 1,273 vendors across contract types including FACILITIES, LICENSE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 1,323 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 Colorado Springs?

Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Colorado Springs include City of Colorado Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Colorado Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Colorado Springs — 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 Colorado Springs publish RFPs?

City of Colorado Springs publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 388 solicitations from City of Colorado Springs. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Works, Administration & Finance. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.

Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Colorado Springs?

At City of Colorado Springs, 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 City Council, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Mountain Metro Transit, and Airport Advisory Commission. 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 1,323 decision-makers at City of Colorado Springs.

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What does City of Colorado Springs spend the most on?

Based on 4,627 tracked contracts, City of Colorado Springs spends most on Capital Projects (3,758), Public Works (332), Administration & Finance (229), Utilities (174), and Grants (134). Contract types include FACILITIES, LICENSE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.

Who are City of Colorado Springs's current vendors?

City of Colorado Springs currently works with vendors including YMCA OF THE PIKES PEAK REGION, PROST BIERGARTEN DENVER LLC DBA PROST BREWING COMPANY, ACACIA PARTNERS LTD DBA CITY AUD, JUANITA'S BEST MEXICAN FOOD LLC DBA JUANITA'S BEST MEXICAN FOOD, PROS CONSULTING, and AVA PRESENTS LLC. These vendors span contract types like FACILITIES, LICENSE, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. 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 Colorado Springs working on?

Based on 28 tracked meetings, City of Colorado Springs is actively discussing: City of Colorado Springs — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Colorado Springs — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Colorado Springs — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Liquor License Approvals: Chipotle, Corner Pockets, Ubin, Nevada Ventures, and Colorado Springs City Council Meeting Summary: Key Decisions & Opportunities. 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 Colorado Springs have?

City of Colorado Springs currently has 388 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (3,758), Public Works (332), and Administration & Finance (229). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.

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