Colorado County
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Colorado County.
- Buyer type:
- County
- Location:
- Columbus, TX
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Colorado County.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
175865
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
173
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
21,439
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
62 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Procurement guidance and navigation tips.
Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
Quick Decision Flow
Sole Source
Cooperatives
Full playbooks include agency-specific workflows, thresholds, and vendor benchmarks.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Colorado County
The Court conducted a public hearing and subsequently established speed limits for specific roads in Precinct 2. Key actions included approving a right-of-way application for fiber optic installation, authorizing a grant program application for the Local Emergency Planning Committee, and releasing a letter of credit for a local subdivision. The Court also addressed personnel and operational matters, such as authorizing compensatory time for volunteer employees, declaring a county vehicle as surplus property, approving cell phone allowances, finalizing the 2027 payroll schedule, and funding employee flu vaccinations. Additionally, various consent items were approved, including training certifications, consulting engagement letters, and financial reports.
The board conducted a budget workshop to discuss proposed positions, wages, and adjustments to TCDRS contributions. The meeting included the approval of the TCDRS plan assessment for 2027 and the authorization of public hearings regarding the proposed 2026 tax rate and the 2027 budget. Additionally, the court authorized the publication of notices concerning salary increases for elected officials and approved the preliminary plat for the Big Easy Ranch - Lakeside Cabins project. A proclamation recognizing Colorado County Fair Days was also read and approved.
The court held a budget workshop to deliberate on various departmental funding requests and operational needs. Key discussions included proposals for hiring additional staff, such as an attorney for the County Judge's office, a deputy treasurer, and an administrative assistant for EMS. The court evaluated salary compensation and competitive pay, technology and evidence processing upgrades, and the feasibility of alternative dispatch centers for emergency services. Additionally, updates were provided regarding election implementation legislation, airport management, and future records preservation projects. Budgetary adjustments, including cost-of-living increases and retirement contribution changes, were considered.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Colorado County meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Colorado County.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership