Colorado Retail Delivery Fee Rate Increase at a Glance
- The Colorado Retail Delivery Fee (RDF) will increase from $0.28 to $0.31 per delivery, effective July 1, 2026.
- The rate is set annually by the administering enterprises under Colorado law, with adjustments permitted for inflation.
- Businesses making taxable retail deliveries into Colorado must update invoicing and tax calculation systems before the July 1 effective date.
- Users with access levels below “Full Access” cannot modify their own RDF account permissions — changes must be made by a Full Access user or through the Colorado Department of Revenue.
- Businesses needing account access help can visit Colorado Revenue Online for setup and training resources.
Beginning July 1, 2026, the Colorado Retail Delivery Fee (RDF) rate will increase from $0.28 to $0.31 per delivery.
Under Colorado law, the enterprises responsible for administering the fee annually determine and set the rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The statute allows adjustments for inflation, resulting in this latest increase.
Businesses making taxable retail deliveries into Colorado should ensure their systems (including invoice and tax calculation software) are updated prior to the July 1 effective date to remain compliant.
Reminder: Online Account Access
Businesses experiencing issues accessing their Retail Delivery Fee account online should note the following:
- Users with access levels below “Full Access” cannot modify their own account permissions.
- Access changes must be completed by:
- Logging in as a user with “Full Access” (typically the first account established for the business), or
- Contacting the Colorado Department of Revenue directly.
For additional assistance with account setup and online services, visit
Colorado Revenue Online Help
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