City of Columbus Animal Care Services Kennel & Veterinary Equipment RFP CACS-26-02
City of ColumbusCity · Columbus, IN- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Doug Sunkel
The 30-second brief
The City of Columbus, Indiana is soliciting sealed proposals for the procurement and installation of kennel (canine and feline) and veterinary care equipment for its new Animal Care Services facility currently under construction. The scope includes furnishing the facility with necessary equipment to enable full operations. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Ion Wave Technologies bidding system. A 100% performance and payment bond is required from the successful bidder. Proposals will be publicly unsealed at the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting in City Hall. The City reserves the right to negotiate scope, specifications, and contract terms with responding offerors.
Bid based on Contract and Specifications, Alternative contract terms and specifications (optional), Performance bond, Payment bond, Certificate of insurance
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Summary
The City of Columbus, Indiana is soliciting sealed proposals for the procurement and installation of kennel (canine and feline) and veterinary care equipment for its new Animal Care Services facility currently under construction.
The scope includes furnishing the facility with necessary equipment to enable full operations. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Ion Wave Technologies bidding system. A 100% performance and payment bond is required from the successful bidder. Proposals will be publicly unsealed at the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting in City Hall. The City reserves the right to negotiate scope, specifications, and contract terms with responding offerors.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bid based on Contract and Specifications
- Alternative contract terms and specifications (optional)
- Performance bond
- Payment bond
- Certificate of insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Performance bond
- Payment bond
- Certificate of insurance
- Submit to
- https://columbusin.ionwave.net/
- Scope location
- Columbus, IN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Columbus?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://columbusin.ionwave.net/. For questions, contact Doug Sunkel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Columbus in IN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Doug Sunkel. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid based on Contract and Specifications, Alternative contract terms and specifications (optional), Performance bond, Payment bond, Certificate of insurance. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Columbus?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Columbus are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Columbus regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Performance bond, Payment bond, Certificate of insurance. Review the full document from City of Columbus for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbus, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.