Garfield County bids, RFPs and contracts
Glenwood Springs, ColoradoPop. 63,474 · garfieldcountyco.gov- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 19, 2026
- 14 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 119
- 15 in the last 30 days
- Bids and RFPs
- 197
- Contracts
- 12,588
- 2,846 vendors
The 30-second brief
119 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Garfield County's meetings, most in information technology and grants. The latest, from Oct 19: The Human Services Commission was scheduled to review 2027 grant recommendations. The agenda names Mason Hohstadt, Sarah Fedishen, and Kelly Esch as the presenters. This is a future funding allocation signal, with the 2027 grant slate still being shaped.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Equipment and Grants.
Latest awards: Glenwood Canyon Resort Ii LLC Dba No Name Bar & Grill for liquor License Renewal Considered for No Name Bar (Oct 2026) and Bookcliffs Arts Center for county Considers $4,000 Bookcliffs Arts Grant ($4,000.00, Oct 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Garfield County's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Recent bids and RFPs
Solicitations Garfield County has posted. None are open right now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Garfield County buys from, taken from council records. 12,588 contracts with 2,846 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Garfield County.
Questions about Garfield County
How do I become an approved vendor for Garfield County?
Garfield County currently works with 2,846 vendors across contract types including LICENSE, and OTHER. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 45 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 Garfield County?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Garfield County include Garfield County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Garfield County Commissioners Meeting: Indebtedness & Sales Tax Election, and Garfield County Commissioners Meeting: Truck Leases & Main Street Events, 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 Garfield County publish RFPs?
Garfield County publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 197 solicitations from Garfield County. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Equipment, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Garfield County?
At Garfield County, purchasing decisions are overseen by the county administrator and board of commissioners, with department directors holding budget authority. Key departments include Patrol Division, Garfield County Sheriff’s Office, Garfield County Sheriff's Office – Detention Division, Building & Inspections, and Information Technology. 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 45 decision-makers at Garfield County.
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What does Garfield County spend the most on?
Based on 2,634 tracked contracts, Garfield County spends most on Capital Projects (1,097), Equipment (436), Grants (399), Information Technology (355), and Public Safety (347). Contract types include LICENSE, and OTHER. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Garfield County's current vendors?
Garfield County currently works with vendors including GLENWOOD CANYON RESORT II LLC DBA NO NAME BAR & GRILL, BOOKCLIFFS ARTS CENTER, GLENWOOD SPRING HISTORICAL SOCIETY, COLORADO RIVER VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, ANDY ZANCA YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM (AZYEP), NEW UTE THEATRE SOCIETY, GLENWOOD SPRINGS ARTS COUNCIL, SYMPHONY IN THE VALLEY (SITV), MOUNT SOPRIS NORDIC COUNCIL INC (SPRING GULCH NORDIC TRAIL SYSTEM), and CARBONDALE COMMUNITY ACCESS RADIO DBA KDNK. These vendors span contract types like LICENSE, 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 Garfield County working on?
Based on 11 tracked meetings, Garfield County is actively discussing: Garfield County — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), Garfield County Commissioners Meeting: Indebtedness & Sales Tax Election, Garfield County Commissioners Meeting: Truck Leases & Main Street Events, Garfield County Commissioners Secure Key Contracts and Approve Major Financial Allocations, and Garfield County Commissioners 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 Garfield County have?
Garfield County currently has 197 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (1,097), Equipment (436), and Grants (399). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, CO's state portal, and other sources.