Town of Parachute - Request for Letters of Interest for 147 W 1st St Property - 2026
Town of ParachuteCity · Parachute, CO- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Travis Elliott
- (970) 665-1147
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Summary
The Town of Parachute is requesting letters of interest and proposals from organizations, entities, entrepreneurs, and community members for the Town-owned property and facility located at 147 W. 1st Street, Parachute, CO 81635 (Garfield County Parcel Number 240912411002, approximately 855 gross square feet).
The property, formerly a telephone and telecommunications building, is envisioned as a key pedestrian connection and plaza area near Parachute Creek and Interstate 70 as part of the Downtown Development Master Plan and 1st Street Project. The Town seeks innovative ideas, uses, administration, management, and operation concepts to beautify business corridors and drive local vitality, with a minimum lease rate of $1 per year. Submissions are due by Monday, November 9, 2026, at 12:00 noon MT, with an optional site walk scheduled for November 2, 2026, and finalist presentations on November 19, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
single PDF document
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Parachute, CO
- Projected sq ft
- 855 sq ft
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Town of Parachute?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Travis Elliott.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Town of Parachute 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 RFI 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 Travis Elliott at (970) 665-1147. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Parachute?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Parachute are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Parachute regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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: single PDF document. Review the full document from Town of Parachute for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Parachute, CO. The total projected area is 855 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.