Seek a qualified consultant, or team of consultants, to facilitate a comprehensive public process and prepare an update to the existing carbondale parks, recreation, trails & cemeteries master plan. Funding available for the 2027 consultant(s) contract for this project is not-to-exceed one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000), including all applicable taxes and expenses associated with services rendered.
Buyer Attributes
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
161366
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
67
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
6,762
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
68 / 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; limited flexibility. Pivot to formal bid or propose a pre-competed State of Colorado price agreement or a national cooperative as a faster, compliant path.
Coops:Tip: Although coops aren’t used today, ask about Colorado State Price Agreements, MAPO, NASPO ValuePoint, or OMNIA Partners.
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Town of Carbondale (CO):No clear sole source pathway or flexibility noted; no evidence of awards over the competitive-bid threshold. Treat sole source as unlikely—prepare for a formal solicitation or present a compliant cooperative/state-bid alternative. Specific dollar caps and documentation requirements were not specified.
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There is no evidence that Town of Carbondale uses cooperative purchasing today. While this entity does not appear to use coops today, the following programs may be worth exploring in the future:
Colorado State Price Agreements (State Purchasing & Contracts Office): Open to local governments; enables quick, compliant buys.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Carbondale
Board of Trustees Regular Meeting
Date: Sep 22, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board addressed a consent agenda comprising multiple 2026 ballot measures, including opposition to amendments 81 and 82, as well as support for library mill levy continuation and federal legislation. Administrative items such as a festival permit application and accounts payable were also processed. Public comment highlighted concerns regarding building codes and environmental issues. Trustees provided updates on various local and regional initiatives, including transportation projects, wildlife crossing improvements, tree management programs, and climate action participation. Additionally, the meeting featured a presentation of the 2025 financial audit.
Carbondale Parks and Recreation Commission Commission Meeting
Date: Sep 9, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed logistics for the First Friday Dia de los Muertos celebration, specifically regarding the town stage rental configuration and a fee waiver request from Carbondale Arts. The commission reviewed the recent pool season, focusing on staffing challenges that led to early closure, facility winterization plans, and overall operational lessons learned. Other topics included the possibility of reintroducing a dog swim day and an incident involving an emergency stop button that affected facility operations.
Carbondale Board of Adjustment Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Carbondale.
Scott WenningAssistant Public Works Director P.E. - Utilities Division
Frequently asked questions
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Town of Carbondale?
The Town of Carbondale vests procurement authority in the Purchasing Agent, Department Heads, the Finance Director, and the Board of Trustees according to delegated spending authority. Departments such as Administration, Finance, and Planning carry out purchasing within those delegated authorities.
Where does the Town of Carbondale post bids and RFPs?
The Town of Carbondale posts public bids, RFPs, and solicitations on its official municipal website RFPs page (https://www.carbondalegov.org/i_want_to/apply_for/rfps.php). Vendors should monitor that Requests for Proposals & Qualifications page for current opportunities and submission instructions.
What products and services does the Town of Carbondale procure?
The Town of Carbondale commonly procures personal property (equipment, materials, supplies), professional services (architecture, engineering, medical, finance, accounting, appraisal, land surveying), and construction for public structures, buildings, and other public improvements.
Date: Aug 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted a public hearing regarding a variance request for the property located at 206 South 3rd Street to increase maximum impervious lot coverage from 42% to 52% to accommodate the construction of a detached accessory dwelling unit. Staff presented their analysis, recommending denial of the variance based on the failure to meet specific approval criteria, including the lack of a demonstrated hardship inherent to the property. The discussion focused on the potential for precedent-setting decisions, the intent of existing zoning regulations in the Oldtown Residential Zone District, and the necessity of adhering to established lot coverage standards to preserve the district's character.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Meeting signals
Know what buyers discuss before RFPs drop
Track Town of Carbondale meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Does the Town of Carbondale use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
The Town of Carbondale authorizes coordinated or joint bidding with other public agencies and may use State of Colorado Purchasing Division bid awards, permitting cooperative purchasing or piggybacking where allowed by those agreements.
What procurement requirements does the Town of Carbondale publish for vendors?
For construction contracts the Town of Carbondale requires performance and payment bonds equal to 100% of the contract price; bonded bidders must indemnify the Town and may be rejected if in default on taxes, license fees, or other sums due. Vendors should review each solicitation for required forms and terms.
How does the Town of Carbondale approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Town of Carbondale uses a tiered authorization framework: under $20,000 approval by the Purchasing Agent or Department Head; $20,000–$49,999 requires Purchasing Agent/Department Head and the Finance Director; $50,000–$99,999 requires the Board of Trustees or Purchasing Agent; $100,000+ requires Board of Trustees approval.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Town of Carbondale?
The Town of Carbondale’s Procurement Policy and Procedures (effective 2/1/2024) is posted on the town website and sets purchase methods and thresholds: direct purchases under $20,000; comparative pricing/RFQ $20,000–$99,999; competitive bidding/RFP at $100,000 or more, with procedures in the policy document.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the Town of Carbondale use?
The Town of Carbondale defines a 'Local business' as one whose principal place of business is in the Roaring Fork Valley and states it strives to use local goods, equipment, and services when practical and efficient, reflecting a local-preference objective in procurement decisions.
