The solicitation seeks proposals for land use development review services focused on processing land-use permit applications. The selected contractor would manage multiple projects simultaneously. Reviews must meet timelines under applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
The City and County of Denver Department of Aviation is soliciting professional air-services-development consulting services under solicitation 2026-0044. This is a professional-services procurement, not a grant program. Denver International Airport’s procurement page directs vendors to the airport’s solicitation system for the complete solicitation documents and response instructions.
The City of Durango requests proposals from qualified firms to prepare a detailed economic modeling study examining changes in Durango and its local markets over the past decade. The study must include a minimum ten-year forecast through 2037 and provide clear, decision-ready recommendations. The posting is for procurement of consulting services, not a grant program, and remains open as of 2026-09-18.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $50,001, use sole source.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and NASPO ValuePoint; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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City of Durango adheres tightly to competitive bidding and shows a lack of sole source awards over $50,000. Deprioritize this path. Formal bidding starts at $50,001, and council approval is required at $25,001. Practical notes: expect heavy justification and low success above $50,000; consult procurement early if attempting.
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City of Durango has used cooperative purchasing before (policy authorizes piggybacking; active participation is noted). Recommended programs to leverage:
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Durango
Durango City Council Council Meeting
Date: Sep 16, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting featured a presentation regarding the progress of the Police Department and City Hall project. The discussion covered the project's history, conceptual designs, public engagement efforts, and financial considerations, including a construction budget. Key updates included the status of parking solutions, asbestos abatement plans, and upcoming project milestones. The presentation addressed design changes made in response to community feedback and clarified the future approval processes required before construction begins.
City of Durango City Council Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 6, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council meeting included an indigenous land acknowledgement, recognition of transit professionals, and an announcement from the mayor regarding their exclusion from an upcoming executive session. The council approved the reordering of agenda items and heard an organizational update from the Durango Adult Education Center detailing their GED, English language, and career development programs. Additionally, the Business Improvement District presented its 2027 budget and operating plan, highlighting its role in marketing, event management, and supporting local businesses.
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Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the City of Durango?
The City of Durango Purchasing Policy (2025) is the controlling procurement policy and is published as an ADA-compliant PDF in the City's Document Center; the Grants/Contracts division administers the policy and solicitations include specific standard terms and contract language.
Who manages procurement and oversees procurement policies for the City of Durango?
Procurement for the City of Durango is administered by the Purchasing Manager in the Finance Department under the City Manager's executive oversight, with the City Council providing final approvals; the Grants/Contracts division administers purchasing policy for construction procurement.
Where does the City of Durango post bids and RFPs?
The City of Durango lists official solicitations and bid results on its Current Bids/Bid Opportunities pages and posts formal solicitations on BidNet's Rocky Mountain E‑Purchasing System; vendors use that portal to view documents and submit proposals.
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Date: Sep 1, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the review of the airport's proposed capital improvement projects for 2027, covering runway maintenance, firefighting vehicle replacement, commercial apron expansion, and parking lot expansion. Discussions addressed the financial feasibility of these projects, the airport's cash reserve policy, and sustainability initiatives, including terminal rooftop solar installations and potential solar-equipped covered parking. The council also received an introduction to the Public Works Department's 5-year capital program.
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How do vendors complete vendor registration with the City of Durango?
Vendors register and receive bid notifications for the City of Durango through BidNet's Rocky Mountain E‑Purchasing System, which the City designates as its vendor portal; the City also offers optional bid-notification subscriptions via a Website Account on durangoco.gov.
What products and services does the City of Durango procure?
The City of Durango's Purchasing Policy covers procurement categories including materials, equipment, supplies, and construction projects. Library materials follow separate Library Purchasing Guidelines; vendors should consult the Grants/Contracts page and the library guidelines for category-specific details.
What vendor requirements does the City of Durango publish for procurement?
The City of Durango requires vendors and business-license applicants to meet insurance and, where applicable, occupational bond and workers' compensation requirements as outlined on its Business Licensing and Safety & Risk Management pages; solicitation-specific insurance, bonding, and forms are listed in each bid document.
How does the City of Durango approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City of Durango's Purchasing Policy delegates procurement administration to the Purchasing Manager (Finance) under the City Manager; the City Council approves awards above policy thresholds and the Purchasing Policy documents signature authority, procedural routing, and thresholds, with Grants/Contracts administering construction awards.