The Town of Lyons is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to operate a seasonal portable sauna concession in a Town-owned park facility. The Town's related RFP summary recommends Bohn Park, which offers water, sewer, and electrical access, and requires applicable public-health approvals and permits. The process is open and competitive for qualified vendors, with the current solicitation closing September 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM MDT.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
189728
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
23.6
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
2,119
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
42 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
CautiousAggressive
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AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Sole Source:If sale is less than $20,000, consider sole source with strong written justification and Town Administrator approval; otherwise pivot to Sourcewell or compete on RMEPS.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, 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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Town of Lyons, CO. No sole source awards identified above $20,000 (2018–mid-2025). Board approval threshold: $20,001+. Formal competitive process typically at $25,001+. Practical note: If pursuing under $20,000, expect strong written justification and Town Administrator approval; otherwise pivot to Sourcewell or compete on RMEPS.
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You can get onboarded to the recommended cooperative vehicles by reaching out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
Lyons uses cooperative purchasing; Sourcewell usage is confirmed. They also post/compete via RMEPS. July 2025 agenda shows consideration of Sourcewell to fast-track a surveillance camera project when initial bids exceeded budget.
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Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Lyons
Town of Lyons Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Trustees discussed various operational and financial matters, including a review of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office report regarding license plate reader systems and ongoing security concerns. Key agenda items included the approval of a minor lot subdivision, a review of the 2027 budget and supplemental 2026 budget items, and the direction for infrastructure projects such as the 2nd and 3rd Avenue projects and Safe Routes to School initiatives. Additionally, the Board reviewed requests for letters of support for community projects, discussed potential ballot measures, and received updates from various commissions and departments before moving into an executive session to discuss personnel matters.
Economic Vitality Commission August Meeting
Date: Aug 12, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed marketing materials and budget requests for Sundance, the implementation of a new time-of-use electricity rate program and its impact on local businesses, and policy considerations regarding special events and park impact fees. Additionally, the commission approved an AARP Main Street Colorado mini-grant application for the Visitor Center/Lyons Arts Hub, reviewed updates on the Lyons Creative District Arts Hub, and addressed concerns regarding the town's wastewater treatment plant funding.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Lyons.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for Town of Lyons?
The Town Administrator is designated as the Purchasing Official; the Board of Trustees (Mayor plus six Trustees) sets purchasing policy and the Finance Department provides financial oversight, per the Town resolution and Town Administrator’s Office documentation.
Where does Town of Lyons post bids and RFPs?
Town of Lyons posts solicitations on its Bid Opportunities page and publishes solicitation PDFs in the Town Document Center; the Bid Opportunities page links to the external solicitation portal used for full solicitation access.
How do vendors complete vendor registration with Town of Lyons?
Vendors register and access Town of Lyons solicitations through the portal linked on the Town’s Bid Opportunities page; solicitation PDFs are also available for download from the Town Document Center.
Town of Lyons Housing and Human Services Commission Draft Minutes
Date: Aug 10, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission meeting covered several operational and community service topics. Discussions included updates on the Lyons Valley Townhomes, the Redstone Review publication schedule, and partnership initiatives with the local library regarding radon and carbon monoxide testing. The commission reviewed plans for upcoming 2026 activities, including healthcare enrollment and scam education events. Resource presentations were delivered regarding the Safehouse Progressive Alliance for Nonviolence (SPAN), developments in middle-income and modular housing, the Strategic Growth Element for intentional town growth, and a proposal for a new non-profit to improve local medical care access and address provider shortages.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track Town of Lyons meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
What procurement requirements does Town of Lyons publish for vendors?
Town of Lyons specifies vendor compliance—insurance, bonding, required forms, and contract terms—within each solicitation and contract document; vendors should review every RFP or bid package for project-specific requirements and submission instructions.
How does Town of Lyons approve procurement contracts and awards?
Contract approval and purchasing authority for Town of Lyons are defined in Lyons Municipal Code Sec. 4-3-30 and Ordinance No. 1031, and a Town resolution designates the Town Administrator as the Purchasing Official while the Board of Trustees serves as the governing approval body.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Town of Lyons?
Vendors can find procurement policies in the Lyons Municipal Code (see Sec. 4-3-30), the Town’s Purchasing Policy/Procedures posted in the Town AgendaCenter, and Ordinance No. 1031 which amends purchasing authority.
