City and County of Denver - Hearing Officers for Civil Service Commission - RFP No. 50018 (2026)
City of DenverCity · Denver, CO- Due
- May 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Matt Monaghan
- (720) 865-7515
The 30-second brief
The City and County of Denver, through its General Services Contracts Office, is soliciting proposals from qualified individuals to serve as part-time, on-call Hearing Officers for the Civil Service Commission under RFP No. 50018. The selected contractors will hear disciplinary and disqualification appeal cases filed by Denver Police Officers and Firefighters, conduct pre-hearing conferences, manage evidence and witness testimony, draft binding decisions, and optionally serve as settlement officers or mediators. Applicants must hold a Colorado license to practice law and possess relevant legal or adjudicative experience. Proposals are due electronically via BidNet by May 8, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Local Time. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 14, 2026, and questions are due by April 21, 2026. The initial contract term is three years from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.
Pricing, Response to Section B.8 Vendor Questions and Requirements, Qualified Responsible and Responsive per DRMC Sec. 20-61, Response to Sample Agreement provisions
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Summary
The City and County of Denver, through its General Services Contracts Office, is soliciting proposals from qualified individuals to serve as part-time, on-call Hearing Officers for the Civil Service Commission under RFP No. 50018.
The selected contractors will hear disciplinary and disqualification appeal cases filed by Denver Police Officers and Firefighters, conduct pre-hearing conferences, manage evidence and witness testimony, draft binding decisions, and optionally serve as settlement officers or mediators. Applicants must hold a Colorado license to practice law and possess relevant legal or adjudicative experience. Proposals are due electronically via BidNet by May 8, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Local Time. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 14, 2026, and questions are due by April 21, 2026. The initial contract term is three years from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Pricing
- Response to Section B.8 Vendor Questions and Requirements
- Qualified Responsible and Responsive per DRMC Sec. 20-61
- Response to Sample Agreement provisions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Signed Coversheet
- Response to VENDOR QUESTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS (Attachment A)
- Pricing (Section C.4)
- Section E forms
- Certificate of Good Standing from the Colorado Secretary of State
- Submit to
- https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Denver, CO
- Reported agency
- City and County of Denver
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Denver?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado. For questions, contact Matt Monaghan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Denver in CO, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Matt Monaghan at (720) 865-7515. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pricing, Response to Section B.8 Vendor Questions and Requirements, Qualified Responsible and Responsive per DRMC Sec. 20-61, Response to Sample Agreement provisions" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Denver?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Denver are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Denver regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signed Coversheet, Response to VENDOR QUESTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS (Attachment A), Pricing (Section C.4), Section E forms, Certificate of Good Standing from the Colorado Secretary of State. Review the full document from City of Denver for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Denver, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.