~ The City of Colorado Springs is offering a unique opportunity for businesses to connect directly with City buyers and gain insight into upcoming contracting opportunities. The 2026 Procurement Vendor Fair, taking place on Friday, Aug. 14, will provide businesses with the chance to better understand how to compete for City work.

Held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Room 102 of the City Administration Building, located at 30 S. Nevada Ave, the event is free and requires no reservations. Representatives from various City departments will be present at tables to meet with businesses, introduce their products and services, and discuss upcoming projects and purchasing needs.

According to Amanda Adams, the City's Procurement Services Manager, the fair aims to give businesses of all sizes a greater understanding of potential opportunities and the City's procurement process. "The City purchases a wide range of goods and services to support departments across the organization," said Adams. "We want businesses of all sizes to understand the opportunities available to them."

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Whether a business is new to City contracting or has previously competed for City work, attendees can expect to learn about upcoming projects and open solicitations, connect directly with City buyers and department representatives, introduce their business and ask questions about procurement processes.

Procurement Services plays a crucial role in supporting purchasing across all City departments while ensuring fairness, transparency and competitiveness in the contracting process. The Vendor Fair also serves as an opportunity for businesses to build relationships with the City and gain an understanding of their needs before future solicitations are released.

Attendees can find street parking or park in the City's parking garage at South Nevada Avenue and Colorado Avenue for $1 per hour. A photo ID is required for entry into the building.

This event presents an excellent opportunity for businesses interested in working with the City of Colorado Springs to gain valuable insights into potential opportunities and establish connections with key decision-makers within various departments. Don't miss out on this chance to learn how to prepare for and respond to future City solicitations.

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