Business Services

Colorado BIDS

How Western Publishes Bids

Western uses Rocky Mountain Bids, a centralized, web-based platform, to publish all formal bid solicitations for goods and services over $25,000. This system is used by all Colorado state agencies and includes:

  • Documented Quotes

  • Invitations for Bid (IFB)

  • Requests for Proposals (RFP)

  • Requests for Information (RFI)

  • Proposed Sole Source Notices

  • Award Notifications

These notices are publicly viewable, but vendors must be registered to access full bid documents and submit proposals.

Vendor Registration

Vendor registration in Rocky Mountain Bids is highly encouraged—but not always required—for Western Procurement consideration. Registered vendors receive access to:

  • Complete solicitation documents

  • Optional automatic bid notifications based on selected categories

  • A secure login with username and password

There is a $40 annual registration fee, which must be submitted before the bid deadline if registration is required.


Need help? Call the Rocky Mountain Bids Help Desk at 800-835-4603

Procurement & Contracts

Contact Information

Contact Location

Western Colorado University
Taylor Hall 328
1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231