Subcontractor & Small Business Participation Coordination

The contract seeks prime contractors to coordinate the active participation of disadvantaged, minority, and women-owned business enterprises as well as other small businesses in project execution, with a strong emphasis on measurable involvement and performance tracking. Subcontractor engagement is not merely encouraged but integrated into the evaluation process, where participation levels directly influence scoring and award decisions, creating a clear incentive for robust outreach and meaningful collaboration with underserved business categories. The solicitation is open to firms responding to a subcontracting opportunity under the NAICS code 238990, associated with other specialty trade contracting, and is managed by the Colorado Parks, Forestry & Open Space agency. Responses are due by May 22, 2026, and the effort is focused on ensuring equitable economic opportunity within public infrastructure and open space projects in Colorado. While no specific location or set-aside classification is detailed, the expectation is for prime contractors to demonstrate structured plans for identifying, engaging, and supporting qualified small and diverse subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle. The absence of contact information or detailed performance location suggests that participants should rely on the provided online portal for submission and further guidance, with the primary objective being the transparent and accountable promotion of small business inclusion as a core evaluation criterion.