As a community-owned utility, we use an open, competitive bidding process to deliver the best value for our ratepayers.
To participate in the bidding process, you must register with us as a supplier.
Once registered, suppliers will receive notifications about solicitations based on the categories your company selected.
Information for suppliers
A new procurement platform
All new solicitations are managed through the SOVRA BidNet platform. SOVRA BidNet is a leading procurement solution built specifically for the public and government sector. The platform embeds best practices and ensures compliance with federal, state and local regulations.If you’re not already registered as a supplier in SOVRA BidNet, please register to access and participate in our solicitations.
Colorado Springs Utilities is part of the Regional Purchasing Group: Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (RMEPS) in SOVRA BidNet.
Existing GEP sourcing events and contracts
If you are involved with a sourcing event through the GEP system, we will continue to use it through the award of the contract.
Sourcing events
Unregistered suppliers can view current and future events in the table below. However, they cannot participate in sourcing events until they are registered and approved.
Search our database for past, current and upcoming sourcing and contract events.
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Supplier ACH enrollment form
For those who wish to receive invoice payments electronically.
Download nowSupplier company data information form
Only complete if requested by one of our staff and return as instructed.
Download nowSingle-Use accounts
An electronic payment solution through J.P. Morgan that is processed like a credit card to streamline payments.
Download nowUpcoming event
2026 Supplier Day
Connect with our representatives, industry leaders, fellow suppliers and potential partners at our annual Supplier Day event.
When: Sept. 1, 2026 | 7:30 a.m.
Where: COS City Hub, 4304 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Connect with our representatives, industry leaders, fellow suppliers and potential...
Connect with our representatives, industry leaders, fellow suppliers and potential partners at our annual Supplier Day event.
When: Sept. 1, 2026 | 7:30 a.m.
Where: COS City Hub, 4304 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Learn more Learn more2025 Supplier Day opening presentation
Our opening presentation emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships, safety and collaboration with our suppliers.
Working with Utilities Design Engineering
This panel discussion focuses on how planning, operations, and design teams collaborate to execute projects with a continued focus on safety by design.
Everyone has a duty to report any suspected unlawful act impacting the City of Colorado Springs operations and its enterprises. Anyone who becomes aware of the existence or apparent existence of fraud, waste or abuse is encouraged to report such matters to the City Auditor’s Office.
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