Workshops & Classes
2025 Coffee Chat Series
The DPS Coffee Chat series is conducted quarterly and provides a causal environment for district vendors, employees, and community members to gather and connect. Come and meet district representatives, network with peers in the Denver metro area and learn about DPS opportunities while enjoying a cup of coffee served by the apprentices at Prodigy.
This series is conducted quarterly; there is no set agenda for this event. Registration is appreciated but not required.
View current DPS solicitations
Learn more about Prodigy Coffee House
We look forward to seeing you there!
February 12, 2025 (Planning, Design and Construction & Facilities)
May 8, 2025 (Goods and Services)
August 13, 2025 (Goods and Services)
November 12, 2025 (Planning, Design and Construction & Facilities)
Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Location: Prodigy Coffee House, 4500 Broadway, Denver, CO 80216, USA
Parking: Parking lot and street parking available
If you experience any difficulties during the registration process, please contact the Office of Business Diversity
How to Do Business with DPS Series
Learning How to Do Business with Denver Public Schools workshops are planned in accordance with the Bidding Schedule. These workshops give potential contractors/vendors a comprehensive look in the bidding arena at Denver Public Schools.
By attending a workshop you will learn what is necessary to do business and how to take advantage of potential opportunities within the district. After the workshop, the Office of Business Diversity (OBD) Outreach Coordinator is available to keep you updated on your submitted application and to keep you informed when bid opportunities become available.
2024 Workshop Series
February 8th
March 21st
April 11th
May 9th
June 13th
July 11th
August 8th
September 12th
October 10th
November 14th
December 12th
If you experience any difficulties during the registration process, please contact the Office of Business Diversity
Are you interested in doing business with DPS and want to learn more? Click here to schedule a meeting with Jennifer Malpiede, Outreach Coordinator for the Office of Business Diversity.
SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program – Hosted by DPS
Join SBA & Denver Public Schools for a bonding education event to help your small business.
Prepare for bidding/bonding DPS projects
Understand contract bonding basics
Overcome bonding challenges
SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help your business obtain contract bonds up to $10 million per project.
This event is held is held twice a year.
May 25, 2023 10 am – 12 pm
1617 S. Acoma Street, Room 216, Denver, CO 80223
Virtual option Available
August 31, 2023 1 pm – 2 pm
1617 S. Acoma Street, Room 216, Denver, CO 80223
Virtual option Available