300 SP Pokagon & Trine Trash Removal Contract
Federal opportunity from Natural Resources. Place of performance: IN. Response deadline: Mar 13, 2026.
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Description
RFQ # 0000086861 Sourcing event 0000086861 is for obtaining bids for a New one year contract for the removal of garbage from Trine SRA and Pokagon State Park for public safety, health and enjoyment of our natural resources. Service Locations: Pokagon State Park 450 Lane 100 Lake James Angola, IN 46703 Trine State Recreation Area 145 W. Feather Valley Rd Fremont, IN 46737 To allow for sufficient processing time in compliance with Indiana State Law, all quoted prices offered to the State under this Solicitation Event must be valid for thirty (30) calendar days after the Response Due Date (aka Finish Time) listed above. Prices must be inclusive of all applicable charges. If you are viewing this event through the Bidder Portal, please be sure to check https://www.in.gov/idoa/procurement/current-business-opportunities/ for additional details and documents related to this event. Questions can be emailed to Nicholas Ramsey at nrramsey@dnr.in.gov. All questions must be submitted at least seven (7) days prior to the Response Due By date/time. Completed bids must be emailed to Nicholas Ramsey at nrramsey@dnr.in.gov or faxed to 317-972-3275, Attn: Nicholas Ramsey. A completed bid package MUST be submitted by the Response Due By date/time. The bid package is available for download through the Bid Documents link in the Event Name column. This bid is not eligible for electronic bid through the Supplier Portal. To allow for sufficient processing time in compliance with Indiana State law, all quoted prices offered to the State under this Event must be valid for thirty (30) calendar days after the Response Due By date/time. Pricing must include all applicable charges, fees, and shipping.
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The Natural Resources agency is seeking bids for a one-year trash removal contract for Trine State Recreation Area and Pokagon State Park. The response deadline is set for March 13, 2026, with the requirement that all quoted prices are valid for 30 days post-deadline. Interested bidders must submit completed bid packages via email or fax, as electronic bids are not accepted for this solicitation.
The agency aims to maintain public safety and the enjoyment of natural resources by ensuring timely and efficient garbage removal from designated parks.
- Companies specializing in waste management and trash removal
- Contractors with experience in municipal or state contracts
- Firms capable of managing operations across multiple park locations.
- Review and download bid documents from the provided link
- Assess service locations and logistics for garbage removal
- Prepare and submit a completed bid package before the deadline
- Ensure quoted prices include all charges and are valid for 30 days post-deadline
- Comply with any questions or clarifications with the buyer prior to the question deadline.
- Completed bid package
- Pricing proposal inclusive of all charges
- Proof of experience in similar contracts
- Any necessary certifications for waste management services
- Contact information for clarifications and proposals.
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- Quotes must be valid for 30 calendar days after the response deadline
- Bids must be submitted via email or fax, not through an electronic portal.
- All service performances must comply with Indiana State law.
- Ensure all costs are transparent and reflective of the services provided
- Consider competitive pricing given the public sector context
- Factor in potential operational challenges in pricing.
- Partner with local waste disposal services to leverage existing infrastructure
- Seek subcontractors for large volume logistics if necessary.
- Potential competition from established waste management companies
- Weather-related challenges could affect operational efficiency
- Changes in state regulations impacting service delivery.
- What are the expectations for service frequency and volume of waste?
- Are there specific regulatory compliance requirements for waste disposal?
- What penalties exist for non-compliance with the service agreement?
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- Detailed financial estimates or previous contract values
- Specific penalties for non-compliance
- Performance metrics for evaluating contractor success
- Any upcoming changes to state waste management regulations.
- Clarification on acceptable materials for removal.
- Local competition landscape for similar services.
- Potential for contract extension beyond one year.
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