Elkhart County - County Road 22/Orpha Drive and County Road 37 Intersection Improvements - 2026
- Due
- Oct 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tiara Jackson
- (574) 534-9394
The 30-second brief
The Elkhart County Board of County Commissioners is seeking bids for intersection improvements at County Road 22/Orpha Drive and County Road 37 in Middlebury, Indiana (Project No. 25003). The scope of work includes roadway widening to add left turn lanes, realignment of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, construction of new sanitary sewers, installation of drainage structures with open ditches, and pavement striping. The project requires INDOT pre-qualification, a bid bond of 10% of the bid, performance and payment bonds, and a maintenance bond. Bids are due by 9:00 AM on October 12, 2026, at the Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners in Goshen, Indiana, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 30, 2026.
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Summary
The Elkhart County Board of County Commissioners is seeking bids for intersection improvements at County Road 22/Orpha Drive and County Road 37 in Middlebury, Indiana (Project No. 25003).
The scope of work includes roadway widening to add left turn lanes, realignment of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail, construction of new sanitary sewers, installation of drainage structures with open ditches, and pavement striping. The project requires INDOT pre-qualification, a bid bond of 10% of the bid, performance and payment bonds, and a maintenance bond. Bids are due by 9:00 AM on October 12, 2026, at the Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners in Goshen, Indiana, following a mandatory pre-bid meeting on September 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid bond
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Contractor's Financial Statement taken from Form 96
- INDOT pre-qualification certificate
- Submit to
- Office of the Elkhart County Commissioners, County Administration Building, 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
- Scope location
- Middlebury, Indiana
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 October 12, 2026. 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.
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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: "Price" 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 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 bond, non-collusion affidavit, Contractor's Financial Statement taken from Form 96, INDOT pre-qualification certificate. 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: Middlebury, Indiana. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.