City and County of Denver Red Rocks Backstage Expansion & Accessibility Improvements CM/GC 202685852
City of DenverCity · Denver, CO- Due
- Oct 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michele Foust
- (720) 388-6219
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City and County of Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) is soliciting proposals for Construction Management/General Contractor (CM/GC) services for the Red Rocks Backstage Expansion & Accessibility Improvements project (Solicitation 202685852). The scope includes expanding backstage facilities and implementing ADA accessibility improvements at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Required qualifications include prequalification in category 2B General Building – Occupied Building at or above $25,000,000, which must be submitted at least 10 calendar days before the proposal due date. Proposals are due by October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM via the Rocky Mountain Purchasing System (BidNet). A notice of interest or pre-proposal related deadline is noted for September 23, 2026.
Phase 1 proposals, Prequalification application
City reserves the right to waive informalities and reject any or all proposals.
SUMMARY
The City and County of Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) is soliciting proposals for Construction Management/General Contractor (CM/GC) services for the Red Rocks Backstage Expansion & Accessibility Improvements project (Solicitation 202685852).
The scope includes expanding backstage facilities and implementing ADA accessibility improvements at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Required qualifications include prequalification in category 2B General Building – Occupied Building at or above $25,000,000, which must be submitted at least 10 calendar days before the proposal due date. Proposals are due by October 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM via the Rocky Mountain Purchasing System (BidNet). A notice of interest or pre-proposal related deadline is noted for September 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
City reserves the right to waive informalities and reject any or all proposals.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Phase 1 proposals, Prequalification application
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Prequalification application
- Submit to
- BidNet (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/cityandcountyofdenverdoti)
- Scope location
- Red Rocks, Denver, Colorado
- 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 October 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: BidNet (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/cityandcountyofdenverdoti). For questions, contact Michele Foust.
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 Michele Foust at (720) 388-6219. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Phase 1 proposals, Prequalification application. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "City reserves the right to waive informalities and reject any or all proposals." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Denver?
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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: Prequalification application. 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: Red Rocks, Denver, Colorado. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.