Stone for Brown Co SP 153769Bid Documents

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is seeking a stone supply contract for Brown County State Park, specifically requesting approximately 800 total tons of various stone types including #53, #3, #4, #7, #8, #73 stone, and 1/4" minus crushed limestone. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) is centered on procuring stone materials for campsites, roads, and horse hitching areas throughout the park. Responses to this solicitation can be submitted via email to asimonton@dnr.in.gov, fax to (317) 972-3275, or mail to the department's Indianapolis address. The bid response is due on October 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM EDT, with a requirement that quoted prices remain valid for 30 calendar days after the response due date. Bidders must provide unit prices for each stone type, with the final purchase order to be created as a lot price for all stone. Key evaluation considerations include compliance with state regulations, detailed economic impact documentation, and precise stone specifications. All questions regarding the solicitation must be emailed to the provided contact by October 14, 2025.

The procurement includes specific diversity and participation goals, mandating 8% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), 11% Women's Business Enterprise (WBE), and 3% Veteran-Owned Small Business (IVOSB) participation. Bidders must complete comprehensive documentation including employment eligibility verification, drug-free workplace certification, and ethical standards compliance. Pricing must incorporate shipping costs, and no overage will be accepted beyond the specified stone quantities. Vendors are required to provide detailed information about their Indiana business presence and employee demographics. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive stone requirements suggest a significant procurement opportunity for qualified suppliers who can meet the technical specifications and diversity participation goals. The solicitation emphasizes local economic impact and seeks vendors capable of providing precise stone materials for park infrastructure maintenance and development.