Merrillville Community School Corporation - New Locker Room Facility and Renovations - 2026
Merrillville Community SchoolSchool · Merrillville, IN- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tom Kuhn
- (219) 322-5950
The 30-second brief
Sealed proposals are requested by the Merrillville Community School Corporation for general construction of a new athletic locker room facility and renovations to the existing concession and tennis facilities at Merrillville High School, located at 276 E 68th Place, Merrillville, IN 46410. The project includes general construction, masonry, structural steel, roofing, finishes, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and site improvements across approximately 0.21 acres. Bids are due by 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and will be publicly opened. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM on Thursday, October 15, 2025, meeting at the existing concession facility northeast of the football stadium. Bidders must submit a bid bond equal to 5% of their maximum bid and comply with Indiana State Form 96, E-Verify, and Iran investment certification requirements.
Base Bid #1 – New Locker Room Facility, Base Bid #2 – Renovations to the Existing Concession Facility, Base Bid #3 – Renovations to the Existing Tennis Facility, Combination Base Bid #4 – Base Bids #1, #2 and #3
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
Sealed proposals are requested by the Merrillville Community School Corporation for general construction of a new athletic locker room facility and renovations to the existing concession and tennis facilities at Merrillville High School, located at 276 E 68th Place, Merrillville, IN 46410.
The project includes general construction, masonry, structural steel, roofing, finishes, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and site improvements across approximately 0.21 acres. Bids are due by 1:00 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and will be publicly opened. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM on Thursday, October 15, 2025, meeting at the existing concession facility northeast of the football stadium. Bidders must submit a bid bond equal to 5% of their maximum bid and comply with Indiana State Form 96, E-Verify, and Iran investment certification requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Base Bid #1 – New Locker Room Facility, Base Bid #2 – Renovations to the Existing Concession Facility, Base Bid #3 – Renovations to the Existing Tennis Facility, Combination Base Bid #4 – Base Bids #1, #2 and #3
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Current Indiana State Form 96 with Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Financial Statement
- Bid Bond or certified check (5%)
- Bidder’s Qualifications Statement
- Certification of E-Verify Program
- Certification Statement Regarding Investments in Iran
- Architect’s Bid Form
- Submit to
- Administrative Services Building, 6701 Delaware Street, Merrillville, Indiana 46410
- Scope location
- Merrillville, IN
- Reported agency
- Merrillville Community School Corporation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Merrillville Community School?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 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: Administrative Services Building, 6701 Delaware Street, Merrillville, Indiana 46410. For questions, contact Tom Kuhn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Merrillville Community School 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 Tom Kuhn at (219) 322-5950. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Base Bid #1 – New Locker Room Facility, Base Bid #2 – Renovations to the Existing Concession Facility, Base Bid #3 – Renovations to the Existing Tennis Facility, Combination Base Bid #4 – Base Bids #1, #2 and #3. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Merrillville Community School?
All active and historical solicitations from Merrillville Community School are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Merrillville Community School 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: Current Indiana State Form 96 with Non-Collusion Affidavit, Financial Statement, Bid Bond or certified check (5%), Bidder’s Qualifications Statement, Certification of E-Verify Program, Certification S. Review the full document from Merrillville Community School for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Merrillville, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.