Lancaster Township - Charter School Lease and Adaptive Reuse of Former Dupont School - RFP-2026-01 (2026)
Jefferson CountyCounty · Jefferson County, IN- Due
- Oct 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Doug Harrell
- (812) 701-3347
The 30-second brief
Lancaster Township seeks qualified charter school operators and organizations to submit proposals for the long-term lease, renovation, and operation of the former Dupont School located at 7045 West Main Street, Dupont, Indiana. The property includes a historic building, 11 potential classrooms, gymnasium, kitchen/cafeteria, administrative areas, parking, and outdoor grounds on approximately 4.6 acres. Proposers will be responsible for structural evaluation, roofing and building envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire and life-safety systems, accessibility compliance, and capital improvements. Proposals are due by October 24, 2026, and must be submitted to the Lancaster Township Trustee at 4850 W 1033 N, Dupont, IN 47231. Questions are due by October 12, 2026.
Lease structure and rent; Renovation and capital investment plan; Educational and facility plan; Five-year financial projections; Financial capacity documentation
Charter school qualifications & experience 10%, Financial capacity and five-year projections 20%, Renovation and capital investment plan 20%, Project timeline and feasibility 10%, Project team and key personnel 10%, Community access and benefit 15%, Lease economics/value to Township 10%, References and past performance 5%
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Summary
Lancaster Township seeks qualified charter school operators and organizations to submit proposals for the long-term lease, renovation, and operation of the former Dupont School located at 7045 West Main Street, Dupont, Indiana.
The property includes a historic building, 11 potential classrooms, gymnasium, kitchen/cafeteria, administrative areas, parking, and outdoor grounds on approximately 4.6 acres. Proposers will be responsible for structural evaluation, roofing and building envelope, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire and life-safety systems, accessibility compliance, and capital improvements. Proposals are due by October 24, 2026, and must be submitted to the Lancaster Township Trustee at 4850 W 1033 N, Dupont, IN 47231. Questions are due by October 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Charter school qualifications & experience 10%
- Financial capacity and five-year projections 20%
- Renovation and capital investment plan 20%
- Project timeline and feasibility 10%
- Project team and key personnel 10%
- Community access and benefit 15%
- Lease economics/value to Township 10%
- References and past performance 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Lease structure and rent
- Renovation and capital investment plan
- Educational and facility plan
- Five-year financial projections
- Financial capacity documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover Letter
- Executive Summary
- Qualifications and Experience
- Educational and Facility Plan
- Renovation Plan
- Project Timeline
- Project Team
- Community Access and Benefit
- Lease and Financial Proposal
- References
- Legal and Regulatory Disclosures
- Proposal Certification
- Submit to
- Lancaster Township Trustee, 4850 W 1033 N, Dupont, IN 47231
- Scope location
- Dupont, IN
- Reported agency
- Lancaster Township
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Jefferson County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 24, 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: Lancaster Township Trustee, 4850 W 1033 N, Dupont, IN 47231. For questions, contact Doug Harrell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jefferson 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 RFP 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 Doug Harrell at (812) 701-3347. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lease structure and rent; Renovation and capital investment plan; Educational and facility plan; Five-year financial projections; Financial capacity documentation. 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: "Charter school qualifications & experience 10%, Financial capacity and five-year projections 20%, Renovation and capital investment plan 20%, Project timeline and feasibility 10%, Project team and key..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jefferson County?
All active and historical solicitations from Jefferson County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Jefferson 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 RFP?
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: Cover Letter, Executive Summary, Qualifications and Experience, Educational and Facility Plan, Renovation Plan, Project Timeline, Project Team, Community Access and Benefit, Lease and Financial Propos. Review the full document from Jefferson 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: Dupont, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.