Bridge Rehabilitation or Repair on McGalliard Road
The Indiana Department of Transportation is inviting bids for bridge rehabilitation or repair on McGalliard Road (Project 18-00051) over Killbuck Creek, located 0.10 mile west of I-69 in Dubois County, with bids due September 2, 2026. The scope encompasses all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary to complete rehabilitation or repair of a composite continuous steel beam bridge structure.
The attached bid documents contain specific pricing terms, contract duration, payment schedules, and detailed technical specifications. The project is funded through INDOT's bridge maintenance and rehabilitation budget. Contractors must comply with all state procurement requirements and submit proposals according to the instructions in the invitation documents.
Indiana 9/2/26, 12:00 AM 8/5/26, 12:00 AM 300 FW Glendale FWA Farm Lease IIIBid Documents
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a farm tenant for the Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area in Montgomery, Indiana, through a competitive bidding process for a two-year agricultural lease. The contract covers approximately 250 acres of farmland, with the primary requirement being the annual planting of field corn while leaving three rows unharvested in each field to support wildlife. The successful bidder must adhere to specific agricultural practices, including using neonicotinoid-free seed, establishing approved cover crops, and avoiding restricted-use pesticides. The solicitation, identified as RFQ Event 86345, requires interested farm operators to submit a comprehensive bid package that includes a completed Farm Land Bid form specifying the annual compensation for lease and services. The response deadline is Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT, with bids to be submitted via email to Nicholas Ramsey or by mail to the Indiana DNR headquarters in Indianapolis. The contract may be renewed by mutual consent, with a potential total lease term not exceeding four years, and will be awarded to the highest qualified bidder based on the bid amount and proposed services.
The procurement includes specific set-aside goals for minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE), with targets of 8% minority and 11% women participation, as well as a 3% goal for Indiana Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprises (IVOSB) if applicable. Bidders must comply with standard State of Indiana contracting terms, including certifications for drug-free workplace, employment eligibility verification, and ethical requirements. The successful contractor will be required to register with the State Procurement Division within five days of notification and maintain comprehensive general public liability insurance with minimum limits of $700,000 per person and $1,000,000 per occurrence. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract is funded through the Indiana DNR's operating budget for the Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area. The bid documents do not specify a precise award value, but the lease requires the tenant to provide annual compensation for the use of the farmland and implementation of specific agricultural and wildlife management practices.
Indiana 1/7/26, 10:00 AM 12/3/25, 12:00 AM Bridge Coating, Substructure Repair and Rehabilitation - Various Roads
The Indiana Department of Transportation is inviting sealed bids for bridge coating, substructure repair, and rehabilitation work on various roads in Delaware County, with bids due September 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The DBE goal is 0.00%.
The scope encompasses 16 work items across seven highway routes (US 35N, US 35S, SR 67N, SR 67S, SR 3N, SR 3S, and Old SR 3 Ramp), involving eight bridge-coating items and eight substructure repair and rehabilitation items on continuous steel beams and composite continuous steel beams. Project completion is October 29, 2027.
Contractors must be registered with INDOT and hold a valid Certificate of Qualification. All bids require executed bid bonds submitted through Surety2000 or Tinubu Surety Solution; performance bonds must be submitted separately to the Construction Letting email inbox or in paper form by the bid deadline. Contractors submitting bids of $150,000 or more must provide a written drug testing plan in compliance with Indiana Code 4-13-18, submitted by the bid deadline.
Electronic bidding through the Bid Express Online Bidding Exchange is the only accepted submission method. Bid readings begin at 11:30 a.m. on September 2 on the INDOT webpage. Contractors are responsible for monitoring the Bid Express website for all amendment files prior to the bidding deadline. Detailed letting documents are available for download at no cost from the INDOT internet Documents Download webpage. Contractors requiring in-person attendance at the bid reading must request accommodation at least 24 hours in advance by contacting indotbidders@indot.in.gov or calling (317) 232-5300. The project is subject to Title VI Civil Rights Act assurances.
Indiana 9/2/26, 12:00 AM 8/5/26, 12:00 AM 300 Glendale FWA 2-year Concession CampgroundBid Documents
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is requesting quotations for a two-year concession contract to operate the campground at Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area (RFQ 003000000088287), with responses due September 16, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. EDT.
The concessionaire will manage daily operations, maintenance, and grounds management of a 121-site campground consisting of 67 Class A sites with electrical service and 54 Class B sites, plus a comfort station with heated showers and flush toilets, four pit toilets, a fish cleaning station, multiple water hydrants, and a dump station. The scope includes campsite rental management, utility payments, grounds mowing and tree trimming, vault toilet pumping, equipment repair, campground patrol, and facility cleaning. The concessionaire may retail camping and fishing supplies including firewood, ice, and bait, and must maintain approved hours of operation sufficient to collect camping fees with extended hours required during holiday weekends and peak usage periods in spring and fall.
The contract runs from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2028, with optional renewal by mutual consent; total term including any renewals may not exceed four years. The 2025 concession revenue is projected at $124,987.63. The concessionaire is responsible for all operational expenses including water, electricity, telephone, gas, septic hauling, and trash removal. Pricing must be submitted as firm, non-negotiable quoted unit prices on an F.O.B. destination basis and remain valid for 30 calendar days after the response due date. All quoted prices must include applicable charges, fees, and shipping.
Respondents claiming Indiana Business Preference or Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business preferences must submit supporting documentation. Prospective awardees must register with the State's Procurement Division within five days of award or the award will be canceled. Questions must be submitted at least seven days prior to the due date and directed to Angela Settles at ASettles1@dnr.in.gov. Bids must be emailed to Angela Settles or faxed to 317-972-3275; electronic submission through the Supplier Portal is not permitted.
Indiana 9/16/26, 10:00 AM 8/26/26, 12:00 AM 300 FW Glendale FWA Farm Lease 1Bid Documents
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), specifically the Division of Fish and Wildlife, is seeking a tenant farmer to lease and operate approximately 380 acres of cropland at the Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area in Daviess County. This Request for Quotation (RFQ #86229) solicits a two-year farm lease contract commencing January 25, 2026, with potential for renewal up to a total of four years. The successful bidder will be responsible for planting field corn and soybeans annually, with specific requirements including leaving three rows of crops standing in each field for wildlife benefit, using neonicotinoid-free seeds, and establishing cover crops with approved mixes. Responses must be submitted by January 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST, either via email to jreeves@dnr.in.gov or mailed to Jen Reeves at 402 West Washington Street, W265, Indianapolis, IN 46204. The contract evaluation will be based on the highest bid for the lease, with quoted prices required to remain valid for thirty calendar days after the response due date. Bidders must complete multiple forms including Event Detail RFQ forms, Claiming Purchasing Preferences form, and Non-Collusion Certification.
The solicitation offers procurement preference opportunities for Indiana businesses, including minority-owned businesses (8% participation goal), women-owned business enterprises (11% participation goal), and Indiana veteran-owned small businesses (3% goal). All potential bidders must be registered with the State of Indiana Procurement Division and complete online Bidder Registration prior to award through the Indiana IDOA website. Restricted use pesticides are prohibited, and the tenant must provide seed information and chemical application lists to the Property Manager before planting each contract year. Special conditions include establishing cover crops on all leased fields and designating certain fields for winter wheat cover crops to be used as dove hunting areas. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the contract requires comprehensive general liability insurance and compliance with various state regulations, including employment eligibility verification and drug-free workplace standards. Though an exact award value is not specified, the lease will be determined by the highest competitive bid submitted by qualifying respondents.
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