Colorado Department of Corrections is seeking a qualified vendor to supply shelf-stable and frozen kosher meals on an as-needed basis for its correctional facilities. The one-year firm-price agreement requires kosher certification and USDA grade labeling, with delivery to the Canon City Central Warehouse; bidders must provide detailed pricing and product specifications and may need to submit samples. Award will be based on price, compliance with specifications, and the ability to meet delivery timelines.
The Colorado Department of Corrections Administration is seeking quotes for fresh eggs. The solicitation is DQ1-CAAA-2027000118-1, issued October 2, 2026. Quotes are due October 8, 2026.
The State of Colorado Department of Corrections seeks sealed bids under IFB 2027000036 for fire protection system replacement at the Denver Reception and Diagnostic Center. The work includes replacing the fire alarm and sprinkler systems and installing an emergency radio communication enhancement system. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site tour is scheduled for October 7, 2026, and bids are due November 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Mountain time.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Colorado Department of Corrections
Colorado Department Of Corrections Goals 2024-2027
Date: Nov 1, 2025Type: Strategic Plan
This document details the Colorado Department of Corrections' strategic direction through its Wildly Important Goals (WIGs) for the period spanning FY 2024-25 to June 30, 2027. The plan prioritizes achieving a 12% staff vacancy rate by enhancing recruitment and retention, decreasing parolee recidivism by 5% through comprehensive re-entry programs and support, and increasing successful parole completion rates to 59% by strengthening peer mentorship and refining parole policies.
Alternative Metrics Working Group Meeting Minutes
Date: Jan 9, 2025Type: Meeting mention
The Alternative Metrics Working Group convened to discuss operationalizing metrics related to societal factors. The meeting included a review of a proposed visual and table structure for organizing individual, environmental, and system factors. The group emphasized the importance of operationalizing concepts into measurable variables at different levels and involving individuals with lived experience. They explored methods for measuring factors such as employment and income, discussed data collection limitations, and the need to set realistic timelines for implementing new measures. Action items were assigned to members, including developing a scoring system for evaluating concepts and ensuring public involvement in the working group.
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The Alternative Metrics Working Group convened to discuss data for measuring program effectiveness, focusing on the feasibility of capturing alternative metrics using data from various sources, including the YASI, case planning documentation, electronic health records (EHR), and Measures of Academic Progress (MAP). The group addressed challenges in capturing subjective measures and discussed the need for recommendations on implementation planning, SME involvement in creating timelines, and prioritizing metrics based on feasibility and availability. They also planned to invite individuals with lived experience to the next meeting to gather additional insights.
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