El Paso County seeks qualified vendors to provide traffic-control and work-zone-safety products for roadway-marking needs. The products support the installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of roadway markings under applicable federal, state, and local standards. The solicitation is open for responses until October 21, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. MDT.
El Paso County is procuring construction of the Highway 105B joint trench between Lake Woodmoor Drive and Martingale Road through its Department of Public Works. The project involves excavating and constructing a County-owned joint utility trench and installing utility-provider materials such as conduits, pull boxes, vaults, and manholes, with multiple providers sharing the trench. The official project forecast identifies it as a local construction procurement, not a grant program; the solicitation page does not expose a public description or attached bid document.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $150,000, use sole source; otherwise avoid and redirect to coops channels.
Coops:Frequently procures through OMNIA, NASPO, or Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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El Paso County, CO:There is a lack of evidence for sole source awards above $150,000, so expect significant friction. Redirect to cooperative purchasing to align with established, low‑friction workflows.
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El Paso County has used cooperative purchasing before and favors it for speed and compliance. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended path.
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El Paso County Contracts
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River North Transit, LLC at El Paso County
Effective: Nov 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
The contract, identified as RFP-25-066B, is an Agreement for Services between El Paso County and River North Transit LLC for transportation services for the Department of Human Services (DHS). The scope includes school transportation for children and general on-call transportation services. The agreement commences on November 1, 2025, and concludes on October 31, 2026, with provisions for optional renewals. A maximum compensation of $305,000 is stipulated for all services rendered under this agreement.
HopSkipDrive, Inc. at El Paso County
Effective: Nov 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This agreement between El Paso County and HopSkipDrive, Inc. is for transportation services (RFP-25-066A; Transportation Services (DHS)). It covers school transportation for children and youth, as well as general transportation services. The contract commences on November 1, 2025, and ends on June 30, 2026, with an option for four additional one-year terms. Compensation will be based on specified rates in Exhibit B, with a maximum total compensation not exceeding $305,000. T&Cs, insurance, and special DHS provisions are included.
WHC COS, LLC dba zTrip at El Paso County
Effective: Nov 1, 2025Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Agreement for Services is between El Paso County and WHC COS, LLC dba zTrip (Contractor) for transportation services, specifically RFP-25-066C. The Contractor will provide school transportation for children and youth, and general transportation services for children and adults, primarily within El Paso County, Colorado. The agreement commences on November 1, 2025, and concludes on October 31, 2026, with an option for four additional one-year renewals. The total compensation for the initial term will not exceed $305,000. The contract details scope of services, compensation methods, general terms and conditions, insurance requirements, and special provisions related to financial, confidentiality, and operational aspects.
DocuSign Inc. at El Paso County
Effective: May 16, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document comprises two separate Purchase Orders issued by El Paso County to DocuSign Inc. The first PO (7433187) covers DocuSign Premier Support and Seat Subscriptions for the period May 16, 2023, to May 15, 2024, totaling $25,427.70. The second PO (7441066) covers a 2024 renewal for DocuSign services for the period May 16, 2024, to May 15, 2025, totaling $27,208.16. Both orders include standard terms and conditions.
Carahsoft Technology Corporation at El Paso County
Effective: Oct 27, 2020Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document comprises multiple Purchase Orders and supporting documentation detailing various procurements by El Paso County from several vendors, primarily Carahsoft Technology Corporation, for ServiceNow licenses, implementation services, and annual renewals. Other vendors include LanceSoft Inc. for staff augmentation, Smartsheet Inc. for project management software and licenses, Jotform Inc. for survey tools, Optiv Security Inc. for integration services, and Formstack LLC for software. Each Purchase Order specifies the service or product, quantity, unit price, extended price, and a total amount for that specific order. The document includes details on contract terms, GSA schedules, NASPO contracts, and payment terms.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from El Paso County
Board of County Commissioners Meeting
Date: Aug 4, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board meeting included the approval of the consent calendar, specifically a resolution for the third amendment to the Community Development Block Grant. The Board also issued a proclamation celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Bear Creek Nature Center. Discussions focused on the center's legacy of environmental education, its commitment to accessibility and inclusion through programs like the Trailability initiative and the Visually Impaired Persons Trail, and the ongoing collaborative efforts between county leadership, volunteers, and local nonprofits to maintain natural and cultural resources for the community.
Board of County Commissioners Special Meeting
Date: Jul 27, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed a first reading of a resolution regarding a ballot question for an upcoming general election, specifically proposing an extension of the public safety sales and use tax. The discussion clarified that the proposal does not constitute a tax increase and ensures funds remain dedicated to public safety needs, including law enforcement, criminal justice, emergency response, and equipment. Commissioners also discussed the flexibility of the language regarding the purchase of operational supplies, equipment, and vehicles, and agreed to move the proposal forward to a second reading.
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The board convened a land use hearing to address several agenda items, including a consent calendar. Key discussions centered on concerns regarding zoning changes, specifically rezoning requests for higher density developments, which were met with significant public opposition due to potential impacts on rural character, infrastructure, water availability, traffic safety, and emergency response times. The board also addressed map amendment rezoning requests (RM12 and RM30) previously recommended for denial by the planning commission, focusing on compatibility with surrounding large-lot residential areas and master plan consistency.
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