Bridge Replacement and Intersection Improvement on SR 15
The Indiana Department of Transportation is inviting sealed bids for bridge replacement and intersection improvement on State Road 15 in Elkhart County, with bids due August 5, 2026 via Bid Express Online Bidding Exchange. Contractors must hold valid INDOT Certificates of Qualification and satisfy qualifications B(A), C(B), and D(A). The DBE participation goal is 0.00 percent.
The scope includes intersection improvements at SR 15 at County Road 146, 3.06 miles north of US 6, and bridge replacement over Whitehead Ditch at SR 15, 2.8 miles north of US 6, both in Elkhart County. Work encompasses labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for completion. The project completion date is May 24, 2028.
Bids exceeding $150,000 must include a written drug testing plan compliant with Indiana Code 4-13-18. All bids must include executed bid bonds submitted through either Surety2000 or Tinubu Surety Solution; performance bonds are required by the bid deadline or submitted separately to the Construction Letting email inbox. Contractors must register in advance by emailing INDOTbidders@indot.in.gov no later than 9:00 AM on August 5, 2026. Bid readings occur at 11:30 AM on the INDOT webpage, with in-person attendance available upon request with at least 24 hours' notice. Detailed construction contract documents are available at no cost through the INDOT Documents Download webpage. Contractors must check Bid Express for all amendment files prior to the deadline. The project is subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Indiana 8/5/26, 12:00 AM 7/20/26, 12:00 AM 300 Ferdinand-Pike State Forests Trash RemovalBid Documents
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a trash removal and disposal service contract for Ferdinand and Pike State Forests through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) Event 86314. The procurement involves bi-weekly trash removal services for two 4-yard dumpsters, one located at the main campground of each state forest. Specifically, the contract will cover 26 annual services at each location over a four-year period, commencing on January 15, 2026, or upon the state's final signature. The contract will conclude on January 14, 2030, with potential renewal by mutual consent, not to exceed four total years. Key locations include Ferdinand State Forest at 6583 E. State Road 264, Ferdinand, Indiana 47532, and Pike State Forest at 5994 E. State Road 364, Winslow, Indiana 47598. Bidders must provide per-service pricing for each year and location, with the contractor responsible for maintaining dumpsters in good condition. The response deadline is Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, with submissions accepted via email to nrramsey@dnr.in.gov or by mail to Nicholas Ramsey at the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
The solicitation includes specific requirements for Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) participation, with goals of 8% for minority participation, 11% for women participation, and an additional 3% goal for Indiana Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprises. Preferences will be given to Indiana businesses, Indiana-manufactured products, recycled content materials, and small businesses. Contractors must provide drug-free workplace certification, verify employment eligibility, and comply with applicable state and federal laws. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, bidders must submit unit prices for each service, with the contractor's service fee remaining fixed throughout the contract term. Pass-through landfill or incinerator disposal charges may be adjusted with written verification from the disposal facility. Contractors must identify the specific landfill to be used, including its address and phone number. The DNR will not be responsible for public damage to vendor equipment, and dumpsters must be maintained in good and safe operating condition throughout the contract term, with any necessary replacements made at the contractor's expense.
Indiana 2/9/26, 10:00 AM 11/25/25, 12:00 AM Janitorial services for Elkhart WorkOne officeBid Documents
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development is soliciting a Request for Quotation (RFQ) #0000085078 for comprehensive janitorial services at the Elkhart WorkOne office located at 430 Waterfall Dr, Elkhart, IN 46516. The procurement seeks a 24-month contract for maintaining the facility, with specific requirements for daily, monthly, and quarterly cleaning tasks. Deliverables include routine restroom and office area cleaning, periodic deep cleaning, and twice-yearly floor and window treatments. A mandatory pre-bid site inspection is required for all potential bidders, who must complete and return specific documentation including pages 5, 6, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, and 20 of the bid packet. The bid submission deadline is Friday, October 10, 2025, at 3:45 PM EST, with all proposals to be submitted directly to Lataisha Dickerson at LCDickerson@dwd.IN.gov. Bidders must provide detailed pricing information on page 20, presenting an all-inclusive monthly charge for the entire contract term. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development will supply certain cleaning materials such as paper towels, soap, toilet tissue, and light bulbs.
The procurement includes specific set-aside designations and diversity requirements, with contract goals mandating 8% Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), 11% Women's Business Enterprises (WBE), and 3% Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Enterprises (IVOSB) participation. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation about subcontractor commitments and provide proof of certification for these designated business categories. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the solicitation, the contract will cover a 24-month period with an expectation of an all-inclusive monthly charge. Potential vendors must demonstrate compliance with state regulations, ethical standards, and diverse business participation requirements. All interested parties are advised to review the complete solicitation package available at https://www.in.gov/idoa/procurement/current-business-opportunities/ for additional details and documentation related to this procurement opportunity.
Indiana 10/10/25, 3:45 PM 10/6/25, 5:56 AM Stone for Brookville Lake 154785Bid Documents
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is soliciting a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for stone to be used at Brookville Lake, specifically for access lanes, hunter parking lots, and erosion control around water control structures. The procurement is targeted for Elkhart County and will be administered through a competitive bidding process. Potential vendors must submit their complete bid package by January 9, 2026, with all submissions accepted via email to asimonton@dnr.in.gov, fax to (317) 972-3275, or mail to the department's Indianapolis address. All questions regarding the solicitation must be emailed by December 31, 2025, to ensure sufficient processing time. The bid requires unit pricing on a F.O.B. destination basis, with vendors required to extend and show total bid prices. Respondents must ensure their quoted prices remain valid for thirty calendar days following the response due date.
The solicitation includes specific set-aside goals for minority and women-owned businesses, with targets of 8% minority participation, 11% women participation, and a 3% goal for Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Enterprises. Vendors may claim various purchasing preferences, including U.S. Manufactured Product, Indiana Business, Indiana Manufactured, and Indiana Small Business preferences. Bidders must complete several mandatory forms, including the Indiana Economic Impact Form, drug-free workplace certification, employment eligibility verification, and non-collusion certification. While no specific contract value was disclosed, the procurement is for a single lot of stone to be used for infrastructure improvements at Brookville Lake. Electronic submission through the supplier portal is explicitly prohibited, with only direct submission methods accepted. The contract will be governed by the terms outlined in the RFQ package and the resulting Purchase Order.
Indiana 1/9/26, 11:00 AM 12/4/25, 12:00 AM DNR Fish FeedBid Documents
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is soliciting bids for fish feed to supply six state fish hatcheries statewide under solicitation 26-88274, with proposals due September 30, 2026. The procurement is negotiated-bid in structure. Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business (IVOSB) subcontracting opportunities are available and encouraged but not required; IVOSB certifications must be current through either the Federal Center for Veterans Enterprise VETBIZ registry or the State of Indiana Certified IVOSB list as of the proposal due date. Indiana procurement preferences for manufactured products, small businesses, and other statutory categories apply at the line-item level and require affirmative declaration with supporting documentation.
The scope covers fish feed in four size categories for coldwater fish hatcheries raising salmon and steelhead trout: starter feed for fry (0.7 mm and 1.0 mm), granule/grower feed for fingerling (1.5 mm and 2.0 mm), pellet feed for production and broodstock (2.5 mm to 5.0 mm, sinking and floating), and brood pellet feed (6.0 mm). Estimated annual volume is approximately 170,500 pounds (15,000 starter, 33,000 granule, 120,000 production/broodstock, 2,500 brood). All feed must comply with FDA Good Manufacturing Practices and Association of American Feed Control Officials standards, contain fish meal and fish oil as primary ingredients with no mammalian meals, and be manufactured no more than 30 days prior to delivery with a minimum shelf life of 120 days. Deliveries are quarterly (February, June, September, December) to six locations: Bodine State Fish Hatchery (Mishawaka), Cikana State Fish Hatchery (Martinsville), Curtis Creek Trout Rearing Station (Howe), East Fork State Fish Hatchery (Montgomery), Fawn River State Fish Hatchery (Orland), and Mixsawbah State Fish Hatchery (Walkerton). The contract term is six years with an optional two-year extension.
Pricing must be all-inclusive of shipping, freight, and delivery on a per-pound basis with no additional charges for orders of 24,000 pounds or more on a quarterly basis; smaller orders between quarters may be charged actual ground shipment costs. Prices must remain firm for at least 90 days after contract execution. Price adjustments are permitted only if submitted 75 days in advance of quarterly order dates and substantiated with cost documentation; market fluctuations must exceed 5%. The State makes no guarantee regarding estimated quantities, and the contract will not specify fixed volumes. Respondents must certify compliance with minimum specifications, submit a detailed specification sheet and itemized quote on company letterhead, and provide a working Excel file copy matching the spreadsheet totals or risk disqualification. Evaluation is based on unit pricing for minimum quarterly orders of 24,000 pounds.
Indiana 9/30/26, 3:00 PM 8/27/26, 12:00 AM