How does City of Aspen approve procurement contracts and awards?

Procurement contracts and awards for the City of Aspen follow procedures set out in Title 4 of the Aspen Municipal Code; daily procurement operations are administered by the Finance and Purchasing Department. Council approvals and awarded contract records are processed and maintained by the City Clerk's Office.

Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for City of Aspen?

City of Aspen procurement regulations and standard contract terms are codified in Title 4 of the Aspen Municipal Code. The code is available via the Municode library and the City's Municipal Code page; Title 4 was amended by Ordinance 003-14 (Series 2015).

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Aspen, CO
Country:: US

City of Aspen RFPs

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2026-302 - Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management Module Implementation Services
Posted
Sep 25, 2026
Closes
Oct 19, 2026
The City of Aspen posted solicitation 2026-302 for Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management Module Implementation Services. It is a procurement for implementation services, not a grant opportunity, but the public listing does not expose a fuller scope or requirements. The listing gives a closing time of October 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MDT, while its description and bid documents are access-restricted.
2026-288 - Waste Hauling Services for City Facilities
Posted
Sep 17, 2026
Closes
Oct 30, 2026
The City of Aspen is soliciting proposals for waste hauling services at City facilities. The work includes removing trash and recycling from compactors, dumpsters, and smaller containers; supplying bear-resistant containers; maintaining clean container areas; preventing overflows; and repairing or replacing containers within 24 hours when needed. The selected hauler must support Aspen’s waste-diversion and emissions-reduction goals through recycling, communication with the Environmental Health and Sustainability Department, route and vehicle-efficiency improvements, and annual reporting.
2026-267 Parking Management System Modernization (Request for Proposals)
Posted
Aug 21, 2026
Closes
Sep 30, 2026
2026-267 Parking Management System Modernization

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161403
Employee FTE
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300
Population
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6,489
Procurement Hell Score
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- Sole Source: Only if true standardization applies. Build a formal justification; if over $100,000, expect City Council approval.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell, NASPO ValuePoint, and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Sole Source
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- City of Aspen (CO) rarely uses sole source. If pursued, anchor on “standardization” under Municipal Code 4.12.050 for continuity with existing tech/equipment. Work with the end-user to draft a formal justification. Purchases over $100,000 may require City Council approval.
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Cooperatives
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- City of Aspen actively uses cooperative purchasing and is a confirmed Sourcewell member with prior significant buys. Municipal Code 4.04.040 authorizes cooperative purchasing. You can get onboarded to the recommended path by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Aspen

City of Aspen Integrated Water Resource Plan 2020-2070
Date: Nov 15, 2021Type: Strategic Plan
The Integrated Water Resource Plan for the City of Aspen evaluates the city's water supply portfolio to ensure a safe, resilient, and reliable water supply for its customers through 2070, while upholding environmental stewardship. The plan forecasts water demand and supply, analyzing existing and potential new water sources. It identifies key vulnerabilities like persistent drought, wildfire, and infrastructure failure, and proposes strategies to mitigate these risks. The plan recommends an adaptive, phased implementation approach for supply options, including enhanced water conservation, groundwater wells, Hunter Creek diversions, water reuse, new raw water storage, and drought management, with a focus on implementing a total of 5,820 AF of raw water storage to cover operational and emergency needs.
City Of Aspen Action Plan
Date: Oct 1, 2024Type: Strategic Plan
The Aspen Safety Action Plan provides a comprehensive roadmap for enhancing roadway safety across the city, specifically focusing on pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users. It utilizes a Safe System Approach, addressing five key pillars: Safer People, Safer Roads, Safer Speeds, Safer Vehicles, and Post-Crash Care. The plan aims to understand safety issues through data analysis and community input, ultimately preventing roadway fatalities and serious injuries and bringing all safety data and recommendations into one consolidated document.

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Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Aspen?

The City of Aspen's Finance and Purchasing Department administers procurement and purchasing, led by Procurement Officer Asal Vojdani. The department operates from Aspen City Hall (427 Rio Grande Place); council agendas, bid awards and contract records are processed and maintained by the City Clerk's Office.

Where does City of Aspen post bids and RFPs?

The City of Aspen posts bids, RFPs and RFQs through the Sovra supplier portal and mirrors solicitations on the City of Aspen Bid Postings page. Vendors should register in Sovra via the City's Purchasing page to receive notifications and access solicitations.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Aspen?

Vendors register for City of Aspen solicitations and notifications through the Sovra supplier portal; the Purchasing page directs vendors to register in Sovra. Businesses intending to operate in Aspen may also need a City business license from the Finance Department.

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City of Aspen RFPs

2026-302 - Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management Module Implementation Services

2026-288 - Waste Hauling Services for City Facilities

2026-267 Parking Management System Modernization (Request for Proposals)

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City of Aspen RFPs

2026-302 - Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management Module Implementation Services

2026-288 - Waste Hauling Services for City Facilities

2026-267 Parking Management System Modernization (Request for Proposals)

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