Electricity within the urban area is provided by Pacific Power and Central Electric Cooperative. Cascade Natural Gas Company provides natural gas service to most parts of the urban area. Adequate electric natural gas resources exist to serve the Bend urban area through the planning period.

Local (land-line) telecommunication services are provided by Qwest. Many private companies compete to provide long distance and cellular phone service. Cable television service within the urban area is provided by Bendbroadband, which also provides phone and high-speed internet service. Private utility providers within the city limits operate under non-exclusive franchise agreements with the city.