What procurement requirements does City of Fort Collins publish for vendors?

City of Fort Collins posts solicitation-specific vendor requirements on its Bids & Contracts page, including Insurance Requirements and Purchase Order Terms & Conditions; contracts, certificates of insurance, and Performance/Payment Bonds may be required. Vendors must review each solicitation for exact required forms and terms.

How does City of Fort Collins approve procurement contracts and awards?

Purchasing and the requesting department handle contract approvals for the City of Fort Collins: Purchasing reviews and analyzes bids, a selection committee evaluates RFP proposals against criteria, and the City issues awards via purchase order or contract after ranking and negotiation with the top firm.

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

The City of Fort Collins Purchasing Policy and Chapter 8, Article IV of the Fort Collins Municipal Code specify official purchasing procedures and dollar thresholds. These policies and standard terms are referenced on the City's Bids & Contracts page for vendor review.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Fort Collins use?

The City of Fort Collins publishes a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program goal in its vendor reference materials (for example, the FY2024–2026 DBE Program Goal). See the Bids & Contracts vendor materials for the DBE goal document.

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10371 - Water and Wastewater Master Planning Services
Posted
Nov 9, 2026
Closes
Dec 15, 2026
The City of Fort Collins seeks qualified professionals to provide master-planning services for its Water and Wastewater Master Planning Program. The work includes updating and using the City’s AquaTwin water-distribution and wastewater-collection models to assess existing and future system needs, along with wastewater flow monitoring to support model development and calibration. The City anticipates awarding multiple master-services agreements, with task-specific work orders and proposals due December 15, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time.
Vine Bridge Replacement
Posted
Nov 9, 2026
Closes
Dec 9, 2026
The project will replace the existing bridge carrying Vine Drive over Lake Canal. The replacement is planned to meet current standards and accommodate anticipated traffic. It will provide bicycle and pedestrian facilities recommended in the City’s Active Modes Plan.
CMGC Services - One Water Laboratory
Posted
Nov 6, 2026
Closes
Dec 22, 2026
This solicitation requests CMGC services for the One Water Laboratory project. The City of Fort Collins identifies the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System as the platform for its formal competitive notices. The posting lists a publication date of November 6, 2026, and a closing date of December 22, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. MST.
Communications & Public Relations Services On-Call
Posted
Nov 6, 2026
Closes
Dec 11, 2026
The City of Fort Collins Utilities seeks an on-call provider for public-relations and communications support for Utilities capital-construction projects. The contractor will supplement in-house staff with strategic communications planning, branding, community engagement, digital outreach, media relations, and crisis communications during design and construction. Proposals must be submitted through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System by 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time on December 11, 2026.
City of Fort Collins - Transfort Uniform Direct Purchase Program (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Nov 5, 2026
Closes
Dec 3, 2026
Requesting proposals from qualified Service Providers/Professionals to provide the Uniform Direct Purchase Program, including ancillary services, for the City’s Transfort Division. This is a one-year agreement with the option to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. This is subject to appropriation of funds year-to-year.
City of Fort Collins - Recreation Classes - Aquatics
Posted
Nov 4, 2026
Closes
Dec 4, 2026
The City of Fort Collins is seeking contractors to teach recreation aquatics classes, including scuba diving, snorkeling, kayak rolling, and stand-up paddleboarding. Contractors may propose for some or all class types, and the city may award to multiple providers. Questions are due November 11, 2026.
City of Fort Collins - Water Resource Engineering Services RFP
Posted
Nov 4, 2026
Closes
Dec 4, 2026
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified Service Providers/Professionals to provide water resource engineering services to the Natural Areas Department. These services are intended to aid in the administration of the City’s Decreed Plan for Augmentation. The notice describes a professional-services procurement, not a grant program.
City of Fort Collins - Recreation Classes - Aquatics (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Nov 4, 2026
Closes
Dec 4, 2026
Requesting proposals from qualified Contractors to provide a variety of aquatics classes in partnership with the City\'s Recreation Department.
City of Fort Collins - Water Resource Engineering Services
Posted
Nov 4, 2026
Closes
Dec 4, 2026
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified Service Providers/Professionals to provide water resource engineering services to the Natural Areas Department. These services are intended to aid in the administration of the City’s Decreed Plan for Augmentation. The notice describes a professional-services procurement, not a grant program.
Design and Engineering Services for Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Oct 30, 2026
Closes
Nov 20, 2026
Seeking from qualified Professionals to provide as needed design, construction management and support services, engineering services, engineering studies and analyses, emergency services, and general plant operational services work for all Water Treatment Facilities (WTF) and Water Reclamation and Biosolids Facilities (WRB).

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- Sole Source: Only attempt if the solution is truly proprietary and essential; otherwise pivot to a coop or formal competition.
- Coops: Frequently procures through OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, 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 Fort Collins, CO. Sole source awards are exceptionally rare and require proof the technology is proprietary and essential to city functions (e.g., as seen with Resolution 2023-094). Deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative purchasing or formal competitive bidding. No explicit sole source dollar threshold is cited here.
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- City of Fort Collins has used cooperative purchasing occasionally and can piggyback under Municipal Code §8-165.
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Granicus LLC at City of Fort Collins
Effective: Mar 29, 2024Expires: Expiration date locked.
This Services Agreement is between The City of Fort Collins, Colorado, and Granicus, LLC, for a Digital Experience Platform Transformation. The contract, effective March 29, 2024, until April 1, 2025 (with options for extensions), outlines Granicus's provision of services including website redevelopment and legislative management systems, covering implementation, training, and support. It details compensation through a 10-year total cost of ownership, along with clauses for insurance, confidentiality, service level agreements, and functional requirements for both the website and legislative management modules.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Fort Collins
Effective: Apr 1, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.
This Software as a Service Agreement formalizes the provision of Tyler Technologies' software and related services to the City of Fort Collins, Colorado. The contract covers SaaS, professional implementation services, and third-party products. It includes detailed sections on definitions, service provisions, payment terms, contract duration, liability, and general conditions. An 'Investment Summary' outlines the cost components, culminating in a clear 'Contract Total'. The initial term begins April 1, 2025, and while the initial term is one year, the payment schedule indicates services are expected to run until March 31, 2030, leveraging renewal options.
Tyler Technologies, Inc. at City of Fort Collins
Effective: Jul 7, 2026Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document is a First Amendment to an existing License Agreement between Tyler Technologies, Inc. and the City of Fort Collins for electronic citation and crash reporting Software as a Service (SaaS) and related services. Effective July 7, 2026, it details an updated investment summary including initial implementation services, hardware, and SaaS fees for multiple years (up to year 5 and subsequent). It incorporates exhibits covering functional requirements, a Year 1 milestone payment schedule, FBI CJIS security, general terms and conditions, PII access certification, and provisions for non-federal entity contracting under federal awards. The amendment outlines specific annual SaaS fees for future years, with the overall agreement term not exceeding February 14, 2032.
Quicket Solutions, Inc. at City of Fort Collins
Effective: Sep 24, 2020Expires: Expiration date locked.
This Services Agreement between the City of Fort Collins and Quicket Solutions, Inc. details the provision of an Electronic Citation and Crash Reporting System. The initial contract term is from September 24, 2020, to August 31, 2021, with options for four one-year renewals. The initial cost for license, subscription, and service fees is $98,000.00, payable in milestones, with an annual subscription cost of $20,000.00 for subsequent years. The agreement includes a comprehensive scope of services, detailed functional requirements, and incorporates a Master Software and Service Agreement (MSSA) with appendices covering definitions, technical support, professional services, leased equipment, and service level agreements. Key aspects include data security, compliance with CJIS, and responsibilities for both parties.
Accela at City of Fort Collins
Effective: Mar 1, 2025Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document is a renewal order form from Accela to the City of Fort Collins for maintenance and support services covering Accela Citizen Access, Land Management, Mobile Office, and GIS. The contract spans two service periods: a general maintenance and support term from March 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025, and a subsequent limited support term from July 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. The total cost for all services and support outlined in this order form is $160,342.43.

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City of Fort Collins Water Efficiency Plan 2025-2040
Date: Aug 1, 2025Type: Strategic Plan
The 2025 Water Efficiency Plan for Fort Collins Utilities outlines the approach to manage water use and efficiency amid growing supply and demand pressures. The plan establishes two primary goals: to achieve a 4% annual reduction in water use by 2040 across all customer sectors and to enhance water efficiency and build resilience on public landscapes. It leverages over 70 existing and new strategies, categorized into behavioral, regulatory, infrastructure, and economic approaches, to support long-term water resilience, promote healthy watersheds, foster resilient communities, and ensure water equity.
Larimer County Board of Social Services Board Meeting
Date: Aug 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on organizational updates and preparations regarding the impacts of federal law HR 1, which affects programs like SNAP and Medicaid. Key discussion topics included changes to administrative funding, upcoming federal and state legislative requirements, and the necessity of increased communication and education for the community. The Board reviewed a 12 to 18-month strategic roadmap developed in partnership with the American Public Human Services Association, aiming to ensure eligibility continuity for program participants despite procedural changes. Additionally, the Board discussed local implementation strategies, the formation of action groups to address Medicaid and SNAP-specific requirements, and the importance of engaging community partners in navigating these programmatic shifts.

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Fort Collins?

The Purchasing Division manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Fort Collins. It is a centralized service that handles pricing, competitive bids and quotes, order placement, vendor contact, and contract management; see the City's Purchasing and Bids & Contracts pages for details.

Where does City of Fort Collins post bids and RFPs?

The City of Fort Collins posts formal competitive notices (ITBs, RFPs, RFIs) on the Rocky Mountain E‑Purchasing System (BidNet) City of Fort Collins page. Vendors should register on BidNet; the City's Bids & Contracts page links to registration and BidNet support.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Fort Collins?

Vendors register for City of Fort Collins bids and RFPs via the Rocky Mountain E‑Purchasing System (BidNet/RMEPS). The City's Bids & Contracts page provides the registration link and BidNet support contact for help signing up and receiving notices.

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