Hamilton County - 2027 Rural Regulated Drain and Ditches Maintenance Contract - IFB # DBRUR27 (2027)
Hamilton CountyCounty · Noblesville, IN- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Margaret Hobbs
- (317) 776-8495
The 30-second brief
Hamilton County Drainage Board seeks bids for furnishing all labor, equipment, and materials necessary for the maintenance of all rural regulated drains and ditches under its jurisdiction for the calendar year 2027. Work includes clearing, excavation, tile replacement, seeding, fertilizing, and erosion control. Bidders must submit unit pricing, financial statements, experience and equipment questionnaires, employment eligibility certification, and a $500 surety bond or certified check. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM, with questions due by November 19, 2026.
Price, experience, approach, financial responsibility
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Summary
Hamilton County Drainage Board seeks bids for furnishing all labor, equipment, and materials necessary for the maintenance of all rural regulated drains and ditches under its jurisdiction for the calendar year 2027.
Work includes clearing, excavation, tile replacement, seeding, fertilizing, and erosion control. Bidders must submit unit pricing, financial statements, experience and equipment questionnaires, employment eligibility certification, and a $500 surety bond or certified check. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026, at 9:00 AM, with questions due by November 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Experience
- Approach
- Financial responsibility
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Bid proposal with pricing
- Surety Bond or Certified Check of $500
- General Form No. 96 Contractors Bid for Public Works
- Contractor's Financial Statement
- Experience Questionnaire
- Equipment Questionnaire
- Employment Eligibility Certification
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- https://www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/2130/Bid-Opportunities-and-Solicitation
- Scope location
- Noblesville, IN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Hamilton County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/2130/Bid-Opportunities-and-Solicitation. For questions, contact Margaret Hobbs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Hamilton 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 Margaret Hobbs at (317) 776-8495. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: SUPEROR or FOREMAN, MACHINE OPERATOR, LABOR. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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, experience, approach, financial responsibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hamilton County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hamilton County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hamilton 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 2026, 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 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 proposal with pricing, Surety Bond or Certified Check of $500, General Form No. 96 Contractors Bid for Public Works, Contractor's Financial Statement, Experience Questionnaire, Equipment Questionn. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Hamilton 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: Noblesville, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.