Att E - Q&A Template revised.xlsx

This is a Question and Answer Template for Negotiated Bid 26-87820 issued by the Indiana Department of Administration for the procurement of a gooseneck tilt deck flatbed trailer. The template provides a standardized form for bidders to submit questions regarding the bid documents, with a dropdown menu to reference specific sections including Attachment A1 (IVOSB Commitment), Attachment B (Sample Contract), Attachment C (Indiana Economic Impact Form), Attachment D (Bid Cost), Attachment F (Attestation Form), and other relevant bid document sections. Questions must be submitted by July 2, 2026, with proposals due July 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The template accommodates up to 100 numbered questions and requires bidders to identify the specific bid document section, page number, and topic for each inquiry to ensure organized and traceable communication throughout the procurement process.

This question template serves as a critical component of the negotiated bid process outlined in Section 1.6 of the bid documents, establishing a structured mechanism for bidder clarifications prior to proposal submission. The template's organization by bid document section facilitates the state's ability to track inquiries and ensure consistent information dissemination to all potential respondents, which is particularly important given the technical specifications and compliance requirements associated with the gooseneck trailer procurement, including subcontracting goals of 8% for Minority Business Enterprises, 11% for Women Business Enterprises, and 3% for Indiana Veteran Owned Small Businesses.