Procurement of on-call professional engineering services for the Town of Mead's Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) and related wastewater infrastructure, encompassing capital improvements, equipment replacement, rehabilitation, and controls.
Solicitation 2026-014 is a municipal planning procurement for the Town of Mead’s Housing Action Plan and Comprehensive Plan Elements, not a grant program. The Town identifies the related comprehensive-plan work as Strategic Growth and Water Supply Elements under SB24-174, alongside a Housing Action Plan. The Town’s report schedules those comprehensive-plan elements for 2026 and the Housing Action Plan for 2027; proposals close October 30, 2026.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
101436
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
46
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
7,042
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
49 / 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:Deprioritize; unless truly unique or an emergency, pivot to coops immediately.
Coops:Frequently procures through Sourcewell or OMNIA; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Agency-specific vendor registration, compliance steps, and approval routing shape the purchasing timeline.
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The Town of Mead uses cooperative purchasing and has piggybacked on another municipality’s contract. Leveraging pre-competed agreements is permitted and is the fastest path. Reach out to your Starbridge contact through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform to get onboarded to the recommended cooperative path.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Mead
Town of Mead Board of Trustees Work Session/Regular Meeting
Date: Feb 10, 2014Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included discussions regarding the Welker Avenue waterline, a continuation of the public hearing for the Rocky Mountain Assets Investment LLC wells, and the approval of the bills list. The Board reviewed reports from the Mountain View Fire Protection District and addressed a proposal for an oil and gas lease, resolving to postpone a decision until after the upcoming election. Furthermore, the Board authorized a contract for interim code enforcement services, approved a change order for the Town Hall renovation project, and provided funding for the Mead Business Directory. Additional topics included reviewing current codes for home occupations and holding an executive session to receive legal advice concerning potential litigation.
Town of Mead Board of Trustees Special Meeting
Date: Jan 15, 2015Type: Meeting mention
The Board of Trustees held a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the WCR 13 Annexations. The Board ultimately voted to deny multiple resolutions and ordinances related to the WCR 13 Annexation Nos. 1 and 2, including proposed zoning changes to agricultural designations. Additionally, the Mayor addressed the residents regarding the annexation proceedings, the settlement agreement between the towns of Mead and Firestone, and the town's future planning and development strategies.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for Town of Mead?
The Town of Mead Purchasing Policies govern procurement, and the Town Administration’s Accounts Payable office processes vendor payments. Departments and authorized staff execute purchases under those policies; the Purchasing Policies PDF defines roles, responsibilities, and procedures.
Where does Town of Mead post bids and RFPs?
Town of Mead posts solicitations on its Bids & RFPs page and publishes solicitation documents through the Rocky Mountain E‑Purchasing System (BidNetDirect). Vendors register there to download documents, receive addenda, and submit electronic responses.
How do vendors register to bid with Town of Mead?
Vendors register for Town of Mead solicitations on the Rocky Mountain E‑Purchasing System (BidNetDirect) via the link on the Town’s Bids & RFPs page. Registration grants access to solicitation documents, addenda notices, and electronic proposal submission.
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Town of Mead Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Date: Jan 27, 2014Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed several items, including the approval of the bills list and a presentation from the Colorado Oil & Gas Association. Concerns regarding a local park were heard, and a committee application for Parks and Recreation was tabled. The board approved Ordinance No. 737 concerning tax revenue collection and election procedures. Progress on the Area Trails Phase 2 project was reviewed, with further planning requested. The board moved to retain Civic Plus for website design services and addressed a sewer request policy. A proposal regarding impact fee reimbursement was rejected, and the board reviewed various department reports, including trash service quotes and street inventory projects. Finally, the board authorized workshop attendance and conducted an executive session regarding property negotiations.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
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What procurement requirements does Town of Mead publish for vendors?
Town of Mead requires vendors to have a Tax ID, remit applicable sales taxes, and obtain any required Town licenses. Individual solicitations list additional requirements—such as insurance, bonds, or background checks—and include required forms and terms.
How does Town of Mead approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Town of Mead Purchasing Policies define approval authority and purchasing rules for contracts, and the Town Administration’s Accounts Payable office handles vendor payments. Contract signatures and award approvals follow those policies and solicitation terms; consult the Purchasing Policies PDF for specific thresholds and routing.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for Town of Mead?
Town of Mead publishes its official Purchasing Policies on the Town website and maintains an Accounts Payable page describing vendor payment procedures. Vendors can download the Purchasing Policies PDF for standard terms, procedures, and contact information.