Elkhart County 2026-1 Paving Program Bid
Elkhart CountyCounty · Goshen, IN- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 26, 2026
- Duration
- 8 months
- Primary contact
- Tiara Jackson
- (574) 534-9394
The 30-second brief
Elkhart County, Indiana, is soliciting bids for its 2026-1 Paving Program. The scope of work includes milling and paving operations (2" mill and 2" pave), HMA pavements, grinding operations, drainage structure adjustments, mailbox resets, and restoration of pavement markings across various road segments including El Paco West Suburb, County Road 3, River Shore Estates, and County Road 15. The project requires a 10% bid bond and a performance and payment bond equal to 100% of the contract price. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 19th, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids must be submitted by 9:00 AM on March 2nd, 2026, to the Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners in Goshen, IN. Work is expected to begin on March 16th, 2026, with substantial completion by October 2nd, 2026, and final acceptance by November 6th, 2026.
Itemized proposal, Revised Indiana Form 96, Contractor’s Financial Statement, Non-collusion affidavit, INDOT pre-qualification certificate, Bid bond
Sum of BID TOTAL (BASE BID SUM)
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Summary
Elkhart County, Indiana, is soliciting bids for its 2026-1 Paving Program.
The scope of work includes milling and paving operations (2" mill and 2" pave), HMA pavements, grinding operations, drainage structure adjustments, mailbox resets, and restoration of pavement markings across various road segments including El Paco West Suburb, County Road 3, River Shore Estates, and County Road 15. The project requires a 10% bid bond and a performance and payment bond equal to 100% of the contract price. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for February 19th, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids must be submitted by 9:00 AM on March 2nd, 2026, to the Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners in Goshen, IN. Work is expected to begin on March 16th, 2026, with substantial completion by October 2nd, 2026, and final acceptance by November 6th, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Sum of BID TOTAL (BASE BID SUM)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Itemized proposal
- Revised Indiana Form 96
- Contractor’s Financial Statement
- Non-collusion affidavit
- INDOT pre-qualification certificate
- Bid bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Certificate as to Corporate Principal
- Performance and Payment Bond
- Agreement
- Submit to
- Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners, County Administration Building, 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
- Scope location
- Goshen, IN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Elkhart County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 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: Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners, County Administration Building, 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526. For questions, contact Tiara Jackson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Elkhart County 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 Bid 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 Tiara Jackson at (574) 534-9394. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Itemized proposal, Revised Indiana Form 96, Contractor’s Financial Statement, Non-collusion affidavit, INDOT pre-qualification certificate, Bid bond. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Sum of BID TOTAL (BASE BID SUM)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Elkhart County?
All active and historical solicitations from Elkhart County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Elkhart County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 8 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Bid Form, Bid Bond, Certificate as to Corporate Principal, Performance and Payment Bond, Agreement. Review the full document from Elkhart County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Goshen, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.