City of Cripple Creek bids, RFPs and contracts
Cripple Creek, ColoradoPop. 1,120 · cityofcripplecreek.com- Latest pre-RFP
- Nov 4, 2026
- Today
- Pre-RFPs
- 82
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 49
- Contracts
- 296
- 196 vendors
The 30-second brief
82 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Cripple Creek's meetings, most in grants and utilities. The latest, from Nov 4: At its October 21, 2026 meeting, City Council approved Resolution 2026-28 supporting a CDBG Abatement and Demolition Grant and Resolution 2026-29 designating signatory authority. The staff presentation said the grant would help the community remove blighted properties. The packet did not name a contractor or dollar amount. The action advanced the city's grant application and authorization process.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Updates and Contract Admin.
Latest awards: Black Mountain Drilling for black Mountain Drilling Named for City Well Project (Nov 2026) and APEX for cripple Creek Approves APEX Water Engineering Agreement (Not to exceed $60,000, Nov 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Cripple Creek's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Cripple Creek has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Cripple Creek buys from, taken from council records. 296 contracts with 196 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Cripple Creek.
Questions about City of Cripple Creek
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Cripple Creek?
City of Cripple Creek currently works with 196 vendors across contract types including CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 37 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 Cripple Creek?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Cripple Creek include City of Cripple Creek — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Cripple Creek — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and Cripple Creek Council Approves Budget, Water Agreements, Theater Contracts, 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 Cripple Creek publish RFPs?
City of Cripple Creek publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 49 solicitations from City of Cripple Creek. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Public Updates, Contract Admin. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Cripple Creek?
At City of Cripple Creek, 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 Heritage Tourism, City Council, and Marketing & Events. 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 37 decision-makers at City of Cripple Creek.
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What does City of Cripple Creek spend the most on?
Based on 406 tracked contracts, City of Cripple Creek spends most on Capital Projects (175), Public Updates (64), Contract Admin (59), Public Works (56), and Grants (52). Contract types include CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Cripple Creek's current vendors?
City of Cripple Creek currently works with vendors including BLACK MOUNTAIN DRILLING, APEX, APEX COMPANIES LLC, UNITED HEALTH CARE, ANTHEM, ANTHEM BCBS, AURA IDENTITY & FRAUD PROTECTION, CIRSA, and BOHANNAN HUSTON. These vendors span contract types like CONSTRUCTION, PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, and INSURANCE. 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 Cripple Creek working on?
Based on 21 tracked meetings, City of Cripple Creek is actively discussing: City of Cripple Creek — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Cripple Creek — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Cripple Creek Council Approves Budget, Water Agreements, Theater Contracts, Cripple Creek Council Reviews Housing, Graywater Ban, Childcare Facility, and Creek City Council Meeting: Water Safety, Housing, Power Shutoffs Discussed. 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 Cripple Creek have?
City of Cripple Creek currently has 49 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (175), Public Updates (64), and Contract Admin (59). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.