City of Golden bids, RFPs and contracts
Golden, ColoradoPop. 20,390 · cityofgolden.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 18 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 380
- 20+ in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 80
- Contracts
- 4,040
- 1,668 vendors
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380 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in City of Golden's meetings, most in capital projects and grants. The latest, from Oct 15: The department said it contracted with Davey Resource Group for the city's second urban tree canopy assessment, ten years after the original. The assessment will support decisions on canopy change, emerald ash borer impacts, wildfire threats, and where to prioritize fuel reduction work. The main buying decision is already made, but the city may still need follow-on analysis or implementation support once the assessment is delivered.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Public Works and Grants.
Latest awards: City of Lakewood for golden Considers Lakewood Crime Scene Services Agreement (Oct 2026) and Friends of Dinosaur Ridge for golden Plans Dinosaur Ridge Preserve License Agreement (Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in City of Golden's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations City of Golden has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who City of Golden buys from, taken from council records. 4,040 contracts with 1,668 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at City of Golden.
Questions about City of Golden
How do I become an approved vendor for City of Golden?
City of Golden currently works with 1,668 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, STAFFING, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 47 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 Golden?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at City of Golden include City of Golden — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Golden — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and City of Golden — 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 Golden publish RFPs?
City of Golden publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 80 solicitations from City of Golden. 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 Golden?
At City of Golden, 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 Community Development, Fire, Community Marketing Stakeholder Committee, Parks & Recreation, and Planning. 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 47 decision-makers at City of Golden.
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What does City of Golden spend the most on?
Based on 10,949 tracked contracts, City of Golden spends most on Capital Projects (6,980), Public Works (1,832), Grants (1,091), Environmental Services (523), and Recreation & Community Services (523). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, STAFFING, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are City of Golden's current vendors?
City of Golden currently works with vendors including CITY OF LAKEWOOD, FRIENDS OF DINOSAUR RIDGE, FLOCK, DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, ARVADA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, and FLOCK SAFETY. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, LICENSE, TECHNOLOGY, STAFFING, and OTHER. 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 Golden working on?
Based on 16 tracked meetings, City of Golden is actively discussing: City of Golden — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), City of Golden — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), City of Golden — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Historic Preservation Board Meeting: Project Approvals & Code Rewrite, and Golden City Council Meeting Summary. 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 Golden have?
City of Golden currently has 80 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (6,980), Public Works (1,832), and Grants (1,091). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.