City of Denver bids, RFPs and contracts
Denver, ColoradoPop. 740,613 · denvergov.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 21, 2026
- 12 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 374
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 2+
- Next due Nov 5
- Contracts
- 26,925
- 3,875 vendors
The 30-second brief
374 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Denver's meetings, most in public health and information technology. The latest, from Oct 21: On October 21, 2026, the committee approved an amendment adding $3,670,867 to the Mental Health Center of Denver contract for the Behavioral Health Solutions Center. The new total is $27,079,152 and the term was extended 11.5 months to August 15, 2027. This is contract administration on an operating center, with renewal and follow-on service timing still commercially relevant.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Grants and Public Works.
2+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 5. Latest awards: Argus Event Staffing LLC for denver Extends Event Staffing Contract With Argus ($23,000,000.00; new total $83,000,000.00, Oct 2026) and Arts & Contraptions LLC for denver Awards $550,000 Theatre Artwork Contract ($550,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Denver's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Denver is accepting responses to now, then its most recent closed ones.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Denver buys from, taken from council records. 26,925 contracts with 3,875 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Denver.
Questions about City of Denver
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Denver?
City of Denver currently works with 3,875 vendors across contract types including STAFFING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 336 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 Denver?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Denver include City of Denver — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Denver — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), and City of Denver — Procurement Intelligence (February 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 Denver publish RFPs?
City of Denver publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 232 solicitations from City of Denver. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Grants, Public Works. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at City of Denver?
At City of Denver, 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 Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, Treasurer, Finance, Capital Management and Financing, and Real Estate. 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 336 decision-makers at City of Denver.
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What does City of Denver spend the most on?
Based on 14,402 tracked contracts, City of Denver spends most on Capital Projects (7,793), Grants (2,481), Public Works (1,846), Public Services (1,151), and Environmental Services (1,131). Contract types include STAFFING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Denver's current vendors?
City of Denver currently works with vendors including ARGUS EVENT STAFFING LLC, ARTS & CONTRAPTIONS LLC, LOVE FROM USA GROUP INC DBA 5280 ACTIVEWEAR, REYNOLDS CONSTRUCTION LLC, DAILEY & WELLS COMMUNICATIONS INC, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE - WILDLIFE SERVICES, SITA INFORMATION NETWORKING COMPUTING USA INC, and INLINER SOLUTIONS LLC. These vendors span contract types like STAFFING, OTHER, CONSTRUCTION, TECHNOLOGY, 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 Denver working on?
Based on 31 tracked meetings, City of Denver is actively discussing: City of Denver — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Denver — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Denver — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Denver — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), and CPCC Recommendation: Legacy Programs Funding & Innovation Termination. 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 Denver have?
City of Denver currently has 232 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (7,793), Grants (2,481), and Public Works (1,846). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.