Bid guide
How to bid on CPRG Accelerator Research and Best Practices for Colorado Energy Office
What the agency is buying
The Colorado Energy Office is seeking proposals for research and best practices related to their CPRG Accelerator program. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in professional services, particularly those with expertise in research and best practices, to work with a state energy office.
The work will be performed in Denver, Colorado. The specific commodity line for this solicitation is MISCELLANEOUS SERVICES, NO. 1 (NOT OTHERWISE CLASSIFIED).
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 27, 2026. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
Questions about the RFP must be sent via email to Tara Larwick ([email protected]) by 5 PM MT on July 17, 2026. Questions posted in VSS will not receive a response; only emailed questions will be addressed.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with a strong background in research and developing best practices. Firms that have experience working with government agencies or in the energy sector may find this particularly relevant.
The work involves providing research and best practices, falling under the professional services category. Vendors located in or familiar with Denver, Colorado, may find this advantageous.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details and submit your proposal, you need to use the ColoradoVSS (CORE) Vendor Self Service portal. First, open the portal. Then, navigate to "View Published Solicitations" to browse public opportunities.
Search for solicitation number RFP-EFAA-2027000006-4 to find the specific posting. Once you locate it, you can view all details and attached documents. To download documents or submit your response, you will need to register a free vendor account on the portal. Follow the instructions within the solicitation to submit your proposal before the deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all eight documents posted with the solicitation. Pay close attention to the scope of work, evaluation criteria, and any specific instructions for proposal formatting and content. Ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements.
Since questions must be submitted by email, prepare your questions early and send them to the specified contact before the deadline. This ensures you have clarity on any ambiguous points. Tailor your proposal to highlight your firm's specific experience in research and best practices, especially as it relates to energy or accelerator programs, to demonstrate your suitability for this project.
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