Grant County Exit 255 Economic Development Feasibility Study Master Report 2025
Grant CountyCounty · Marion, IN- Due
- Sep 20, 2028
- 675 days left
- Posted
- Sep 20, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Brad Bookout
- (765) 348-3855
The 30-second brief
The Grant County Commissioners are soliciting qualifications for the development of utility infrastructure at the I-69 / SR 26 interchange (Exit 255). The project involves the legal formation of a Grant County Regional Sewer District (GCRSD) to oversee the procurement of a contract RSD Administrator and a qualified engineering firm. Scope of work includes a hydrogeological investigation for a new well field, design of a 250,000-gallon water tower, and engineering for an on-site packaged Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) wastewater treatment plant and collection system. The estimated investment for these infrastructure improvements ranges from $7.9M to $11.4M. The procurement timeline specifies issuing an RFQ for an Administrator by Month 9 and an RFQ for engineering services between Months 6-15, with construction slated for Months 18-36.
Hydrogeological investigation, Detailed design for water and wastewater systems, Wellhead Protection Plan, Permit applications
Return on investment (ROI), Technical feasibility, Available funding, Sequencing
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Summary
The Grant County Commissioners are soliciting qualifications for the development of utility infrastructure at the I-69 / SR 26 interchange (Exit 255).
The project involves the legal formation of a Grant County Regional Sewer District (GCRSD) to oversee the procurement of a contract RSD Administrator and a qualified engineering firm. Scope of work includes a hydrogeological investigation for a new well field, design of a 250,000-gallon water tower, and engineering for an on-site packaged Moving Bed Biofilm Reactor (MBBR) wastewater treatment plant and collection system. The estimated investment for these infrastructure improvements ranges from $7.9M to $11.4M. The procurement timeline specifies issuing an RFQ for an Administrator by Month 9 and an RFQ for engineering services between Months 6-15, with construction slated for Months 18-36.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Return on investment (ROI)
- Technical feasibility
- Available funding
- Sequencing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Hydrogeological investigation
- Detailed design for water and wastewater systems
- Wellhead Protection Plan
- Permit applications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Water Tower Cost Estimation Research
- Well Field Cost Estimation
- MBBR System Cost Analysis & Scalability
- Plan for a Modular Wastewater Treatment Facility
- Tech Park Analysis
- Scope location
- Grant County, IN
- Reported agency
- Grant County Commissioners
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Grant County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 20, 2028. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Brad Bookout.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Grant 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 RFQ 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 Brad Bookout at (765) 348-3855. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hydrogeological investigation, Detailed design for water and wastewater systems, Wellhead Protection Plan, Permit applications. 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: "Return on investment (ROI), Technical feasibility, Available funding, Sequencing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Grant County?
All active and historical solicitations from Grant County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Grant 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of September 20, 2028, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Water Tower Cost Estimation Research, Well Field Cost Estimation, MBBR System Cost Analysis & Scalability, Plan for a Modular Wastewater Treatment Facility, Tech Park Analysis. Review the full document from Grant 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: Grant County, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
