Indiana Department of Natural Resources - 300 SP Concession Opportunity Fort Harrison Saddle Barn - 00300-0000088455 (2026)
Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of IndianaState · Indianapolis, IN- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Angela Settles
- (317) 232-4108
The 30-second brief
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is soliciting quotations to establish a 4-year concession contract for the Fort Harrison Saddle Barn located at Fort Harrison State Park in Marion County, Indiana. The concessionaire will provide guided horse trail rides, pony rides, hay wagon rides, instructional classes, lessons, programs, camps, and equine exhibitions, and may offer retail items, merchandise, and vending machines. Prospective operators are responsible for securing and maintaining all animals, tack, feed, veterinary health and safety equipment, and supplies. The contract term is from April 1, 2027, through December 31, 2030, with a submission deadline of November 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. Proposals must be emailed or faxed to Angela Settles.
Concession Contract for Fort Harrison State Park Saddle Barn, Guided horse trail rides, Pony rides, Hay wagon rides, Instructional classes, Lessons, Programs, Camps, Equine exhibitions, Retail items and merchandise, Vending machines
Level of service to the public, Adequacy of resources to fulfill the operating plan, Consideration to be paid to the State, Level of commitment to develop the facility
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Summary
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is soliciting quotations to establish a 4-year concession contract for the Fort Harrison Saddle Barn located at Fort Harrison State Park in Marion County, Indiana.
The concessionaire will provide guided horse trail rides, pony rides, hay wagon rides, instructional classes, lessons, programs, camps, and equine exhibitions, and may offer retail items, merchandise, and vending machines. Prospective operators are responsible for securing and maintaining all animals, tack, feed, veterinary health and safety equipment, and supplies. The contract term is from April 1, 2027, through December 31, 2030, with a submission deadline of November 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. Proposals must be emailed or faxed to Angela Settles.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Level of service to the public
- Adequacy of resources to fulfill the operating plan
- Consideration to be paid to the State
- Level of commitment to develop the facility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Concession Contract for Fort Harrison State Park Saddle Barn
- Guided horse trail rides
- Pony rides
- Hay wagon rides
- Instructional classes
- Lessons
- Programs
- Camps
- Equine exhibitions
- Retail items and merchandise
- Vending machines
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Signed proposal
- Pro forma statement
- Statement of days and hours of operations
- Employee utilization
- Equipment list
- Anticipated inventory levels
- Improvement action plan
- Management method and duties of key personnel
- Resumes of key personnel
- Background check permission forms
- Financial plan and sources of funds
- Letter of commitment from financial institution
- Professional references
- Indiana Economic Impact Form State Form 51778
- IVOSB Subcontractor Commitment Form
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Secretary of State Registration
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Indianapolis, IN
- Projected sq ft
- 1,744 sq ft
- Reported agency
- State of Indiana
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Angela Settles.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana 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 Angela Settles at (317) 232-4108. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Concession Contract for Fort Harrison State Park Saddle Barn, Guided horse trail rides, Pony rides, Hay wagon rides, Instructional classes, Lessons, Programs, Camps, Equine exhibitions, Retail items and merchandise, Vending machines. 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: "Level of service to the public, Adequacy of resources to fulfill the operating plan, Consideration to be paid to the State, Level of commitment to develop the facility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: signed proposal, pro forma statement, statement of days and hours of operations, employee utilization, equipment list, anticipated inventory levels, improvement action plan, management method and duti. Review the full document from Indiana State Department of Agriculture | State of Indiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Indianapolis, IN. The total projected area is 1744 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.