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La Plata County, Colorado: bids, projects and agencies

La Plata County
Latest pre-RFP
Oct 6, 2026
City of Durango
Agencies
88
Special District, School, Utility District
Pre-RFP stage
1
Heading to bid
Pre-RFPs
4
1 in the last 30 days
1 new pre-RFP in 30 daysOct 6

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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What's happening

Most activity in La Plata County is in Public Works, Infrastructure & Maintenance and Capital Projects.

Who's buying

The most active buyers are Town of Ignacio and City of Durango.

Where it's heading

Of the projects listed, 2 are contract changes or renewals and 1 is pre-RFP.

Latest pre-RFPs in La Plata County

Agencies in La Plata County, Colorado

88 agencies tracked

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Florida Mesa Elementary SchoolSchool · 293 studentsBayfield Middle SchoolSchool · 283 studentsIgnacio Elementary SchoolSchool · 279 studentsBayfield Intermediate SchoolSchool · 274 studentsBayfield Primary SchoolSchool · 222 studentsAnimas Valley Elementary SchoolSchool · 185 studentsIgnacio High SchoolSchool · 182 studentsIgnacio Middle SchoolSchool · 144 studentsFort Lewis Mesa Elementary SchoolSchool · 116 studentsSunnyside Elementary SchoolSchool · 107 studentsDurango Big Picture High SchoolSchool · 99 studentsSouthwest Colorado EschoolSchool · 48 studentsSan Juan BOCESSpecial DistrictIgnacio Early Learning ProgramSchool · 28 studentsVan Den Berg Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictUte Pass Water DistrictUtility DistrictUte Pass Water DistrictUtility DistrictUpper Pine River Fire Protection DistrictFire DistrictTwin Buttes Metropolitan District No. 4Special DistrictTwin Buttes Metropolitan District No. 3Special DistrictTwin Buttes Metropolitan District No. 2Special DistrictTwin Buttes Metropolitan District No. 1Special DistrictThree Springs Metropolitan District 3Special DistrictThree Springs Metropolitan District 2Special DistrictThree Springs Metropolitan District 1Special DistrictThree Springs Metropolitan District #4Special DistrictTamarron Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictSouthwestern Water Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictSouthwest La Plata Library DistrictLibrary DistrictSouthern Ute Indian Tribe TransitSpecial DistrictSouthern Ute Indian TribeTribal GovernmentSouth Durango Sanitation DistrictSpecial DistrictSan Juan BOCES AUSpecial DistrictRoad Runner TransitPublic AuthorityRegional Housing Alliance of La Plata CountySpecial DistrictPurgatory Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictPine River Public Library DistrictLibrary DistrictPine River Irrigation DistrictSpecial DistrictPine River Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictPine River Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictLos Pinos Fire Protection DistrictFire DistrictLake Durango Water AuthorityUtility DistrictLa Plata West Water AuthorityUtility DistrictLa Plata County Senior Services TransitSpecial DistrictLa Plata Conservation DistrictSpecial DistrictLa Plata Archuleta Water DistrictUtility DistrictLa Plata Archuleta Water DistrictUtility DistrictIgnacio-allison-oxford Cemetery DistrictSpecial DistrictIgnacio Community Library DistrictLibrary DistrictHermosa Sanitation DistrictSpecial DistrictFort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection DistrictFire DistrictForest Lakes Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictFlorida Mosquito Control DistrictSpecial DistrictElevation Park Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictEl Rancho Florida Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictEdgemont Ranch Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictDurango-la Plata County Airport CommissionAirport AuthorityDurango West Metropolitan District 2Special DistrictDurango West Metropolitan District 1Special DistrictDurango TransitSpecial DistrictDurango Fire Protection DistrictFire DistrictAspen Trails Metropolitan DistrictSpecial DistrictAnimas-laplata Water Conservancy DistrictSpecial DistrictAnimas Mosquito Control DistrictSpecial District

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Questions about La Plata County

How do I find government contracts in La Plata County, Colorado?

There are 4 tracked government projects across 88 agencies in La Plata County, Colorado. The most active procurement sectors are Capital Projects (2,865), Grants (792), Administration & Finance (545), Public Works (415), and Professional Services (342). In the last 90 days alone, 27 agencies posted 720 new projects. Browse active RFPs, pre-RFPs from board meetings, vendor contracts, and decision-maker contacts — all in one place.

What types of agencies issue RFPs in La Plata County?

La Plata County has 88 government agencies spanning 15 types: Special District, School, Utility District, Fire District, City, City Department, Library District, County Department, State, Airport Authority, County, Higher Ed, Public Authority, State Agency, and Tribal Government. Each agency issues its own RFPs and manages its own vendor relationships. The most active agencies by project volume are La Plata County (County, 3,858 projects), Durango School District 9-R (School, 2,484 projects), Town of Ignacio (City, 795 projects).

How do I bid on La Plata County government projects?

To bid on government projects in La Plata County, Colorado, start by registering as a vendor with the specific agency. Most agencies in CO publish formal RFPs on their websites and the state procurement portal. Right now, La Plata County has 1,473 pre-RFPs — projects that haven't been formally bid yet. The key advantage is getting in early — pre-RFPs from board meetings can surface 6–18 months before RFPs go live, giving you time to build relationships while projects are still being scoped.

What sectors are most active in La Plata County?

Based on tracked procurement activity, the most active sectors in La Plata County are Capital Projects (2,865), Grants (792), Administration & Finance (545), Public Works (415), and Professional Services (342). Across all sectors, La Plata County has 1,735 contract awards and 338 active opportunities on record. Detailed breakdowns by sector, agency, and contract value help you target the highest-value opportunities and understand competitive dynamics.

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Who are the key decision-makers in La Plata County?

Procurement decisions in La Plata County are made by individual agency leaders — district managers, school superintendents, city managers, and county administrators, and department heads. Each of the 88 agencies has its own purchasing authority and approval process. Verified contact details for decision-makers across La Plata County agencies help you reach the right person at the right time.

Which agencies are most active in La Plata County?

The most active government buyers in La Plata County by procurement volume are: La Plata County (County) — 3,858 tracked projects; Durango School District 9-R (School) — 2,484 tracked projects; Town of Ignacio (City) — 795 tracked projects; South Durango Sanitation District (Special District) — 252 tracked projects; Aspen Trails Metropolitan District (Special District) — 217 tracked projects. These agencies represent the highest concentration of contract awards, RFPs, and pre-RFPs in the county. Every project from each of these agencies — including board meeting discussions, budget approvals, and vendor selections — is tracked, so you can engage early and build relationships before competitors.

What is La Plata County's procurement pipeline?

La Plata County's current procurement pipeline includes: 1,473 pre-RFPs (early-stage projects from board meetings); 338 active opportunities open for bidding; 702 projects in budget planning; 1,690 grant-funded initiatives; 1,735 contract awards (competitive intelligence). Pre-RFPs are especially valuable — they surface 6–18 months before formal solicitations, giving you time to position with agency decision-makers. Board meetings, budget hearings, and planning sessions across all 88 agencies in La Plata County are monitored to catch these pre-RFPs as they emerge.

How active is procurement in La Plata County right now?

La Plata County is actively procuring — 27 of the county's 88 agencies have posted 720 new projects in the last 90 days. The most active sectors recently are Capital Projects (2,865), Grants (792), and Administration & Finance (545). This level of activity means new opportunities surface regularly. Real-time alerts ensure you never miss a window — whether it's a pre-RFP discussion at a school board meeting or a formal solicitation from the county government.

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