Cattle Pens, Mats, Turf, and Fencing for Denver’s National Western Stock Show

The City and County of Denver is soliciting bids for Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 29708 to procure cattle pens, mats, turf, and fencing for the National Western Stock Show. The procurement encompasses five specific groups of items: W-W Houston Tie Stall panels (540 front panels, 313 alley frames, 172 end panels), HW Brand Hutchison panels, Agri Floor Grip Tiles (1,000 units), Challenger Brand Turf (approximately 39,250 square feet), and ZND Brand Fence Panels (280 standard panels). The bid was issued on July 8, 2025, with a pre-bid conference and site visit scheduled for July 14, 2025, at 9:00 A.M. located at 4655 Humboldt Street, Denver. The bid response deadline is July 23, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. local time, with delivery of all items requested by November 15, 2025. Vendors must submit firm, fixed pricing electronically through the Rocky Mountain E-purchasing System (BidNet), with all prices quoted F.O.B. Denver, Colorado. The procurement includes prevailing wage requirements for turf installation and emphasizes environmental sustainability.

The City seeks to encourage participation from underutilized businesses and requests voluntary disclosure of small business certifications. No specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, but the bid appears open to various vendors who can meet the technical specifications and delivery requirements. Vendors must be prepared to provide warranty work and respond to assistance requests within 24 hours. The City intends to purchase the estimated quantities immediately and may purchase additional units through December 31, 2026. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant infrastructure investment for the National Western Stock Show facilities. Payment will be made upon final delivery and acceptance of supplies, with no progress payments authorized. The bid includes technical specifications for each product category, including detailed requirements for tie stalls, rubber floor mats, artificial turf, and temporary fencing, indicating a comprehensive approach to upgrading livestock facilities.