Rico Fire Protection District bids, RFPs and contracts
Rico, Coloradoricofire.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Sep 21, 2026
- 42 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 5
- Contracts
- 67
- 42 vendors
The 30-second brief
5 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Rico Fire Protection District's meetings, most in capital projects and communications. The latest, from Sep 21: At its September 21, 2026 meeting, the Rico Fire Protection District reported that Kunz had applied for $10,486.00 in CDPHE EMTS communications funding to replace or upgrade four dual-band mobile radios. The district said it had received a purchase order and was OK to fulfill, and the board was good with going ahead with refurbed Motorola units. The grant closeout is June 30, 2027.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Equipment and Administration & Finance.
Latest awards: Title Company of the Rockies for title Company Acquisition Slows Rico Fire District Transfer (Sep 2026) and MOTOROLA for rico Fire District Approves Refurbished Motorola Radios ($10,486.00 in communications funding; 50/50 match, Sep 2026).
5 pre-RFPs tracked at Rico Fire Protection District. Get the ones that fit you, free.
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Rico Fire Protection District's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Vendors and contracts
Who Rico Fire Protection District buys from, taken from council records. 67 contracts with 42 vendors.
Questions about Rico Fire Protection District
How do I become an approved vendor for Rico Fire Protection District?
Rico Fire Protection District currently works with 42 vendors across contract types including PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Rico Fire Protection District?
Small purchases under CO's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Top procurement categories include Capital Projects (3), Equipment (3), and Administration & Finance (1), so these are the areas most likely to have upcoming spend. 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 Rico Fire Protection District publish RFPs?
Rico Fire Protection District publishes formal RFPs on its official website and CO's state procurement portal. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Rico Fire Protection District?
At Rico Fire Protection District, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call.
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What does Rico Fire Protection District spend the most on?
Based on 9 tracked contracts, Rico Fire Protection District spends most on Capital Projects (3), Equipment (3), Administration & Finance (1), Communications (1), and Supplies & Materials (1). Contract types include PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and FACILITIES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Rico Fire Protection District's current vendors?
Rico Fire Protection District currently works with vendors including TITLE COMPANY OF THE ROCKIES, MOTOROLA, CRUZAN CONSTRUCTION, TRI-STATE, TSFA, SMPA, LOS PINOS FIRE, FLYING PHOENIX, and CASCADE FIRE EQUIPMENT. These vendors span contract types like PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION, OTHER, and FACILITIES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.