Elkhart County 2026 Pavement Marking Program Bid
Elkhart CountyCounty · Goshen, IN- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 9, 2026
- Duration
- 7 months
- Primary contact
- Tiara Jackson
- (574) 534-9394
The 30-second brief
Elkhart County, Indiana is soliciting bids for its 2026 Pavement Marking Program. The project involves furnishing all supervision, labor, materials, and equipment for linear pavement markings (center lines, edge lines, turn lanes) and point markings (arrows, crosswalks, stop bars) across various road segments in two parts. Materials include thermoplastic and latex-based traffic line paint with glass beads. Bidders must be pre-qualified by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Elkhart County Highway Department. Bids are due by April 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The contract requires a 10% bid bond, a 100% performance and payment bond, and a 10% maintenance bond for a three-year correction period. Work is expected to begin on April 27, 2026, with substantial completion by October 30, 2026.
Bid Form, Bid Bond, Non-collusion affidavit, Contractor’s Financial Statement (Form 96), INDOT pre-qualification certificate
Total bid price for GROUP
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Summary
Elkhart County, Indiana is soliciting bids for its 2026 Pavement Marking Program.
The project involves furnishing all supervision, labor, materials, and equipment for linear pavement markings (center lines, edge lines, turn lanes) and point markings (arrows, crosswalks, stop bars) across various road segments in two parts. Materials include thermoplastic and latex-based traffic line paint with glass beads. Bidders must be pre-qualified by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Elkhart County Highway Department. Bids are due by April 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The contract requires a 10% bid bond, a 100% performance and payment bond, and a 10% maintenance bond for a three-year correction period. Work is expected to begin on April 27, 2026, with substantial completion by October 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total bid price for GROUP
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bid Form
- Bid Bond
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Contractor’s Financial Statement (Form 96)
- INDOT pre-qualification certificate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Maps
- Project Quantities
- Project Plans
- Submit to
- Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners, County Administration Building, 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
- Scope location
- Elkhart County, 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 April 13, 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: Bid Form, Bid Bond, Non-collusion affidavit, Contractor’s Financial Statement (Form 96), INDOT pre-qualification certificate. 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: "Total bid price for GROUP" 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 7 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: Maps, Project Quantities, Project Plans. 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: Elkhart County, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.