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This Solicitation opportunity from Indiana was posted on August 14, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Supply and Installation of Wood Fiber Surfacing Material (Playground Mulch)

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RFB-14DPW-1811State & Local

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Solicitation RFB-14DPW-1811, issued by the City of Indianapolis and Marion County Department of Public Works, seeks bids for a term contract for the supply and installation of wood fiber surfacing material for various playground areas. The contract has an initial term of two years from the date of execution, with the possibility of renewal for a period not exceeding the original term. The scope of work includes two primary delivery scenarios: blowing mulch into playgrounds to a minimum non-compacted depth of two inches, and delivery-only services where mulch is placed in piles for volunteer spreading. The material must consist of American hardwoods containing less than 5% bark, leaves, and twigs, and must be ASTM 1292 certified, with further conformance required for ASTM F1951 and ASTM F2075. Bids are due by 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on September 3, 2026, and can be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal or as hard copies delivered to the City County Purchasing Division. The award will be based on the overall lowest responsive and responsible bid, though the City reserves the right to split the award between multiple vendors. While no bid or performance bonds are required, bidders must submit a non-collusion affidavit, nepotism disclosure, and documentation regarding minority and women business enterprise participation. Payment will be made via check, purchasing card, or ACH at the city's discretion. The contractor must be in good standing with the State of Indiana and the City of Indianapolis and must adhere to OSHA safety standards and non-discrimination policies.

General Info

Indiana DPW seeks bids for playground mulch installation by September 3, 2026.

Place of Performance

IN, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Professional Services Agreement - Consolidated City of Indianapolis and Marion County

DOCX•13 pages•contract-document

RFB-14DPW-1811 Supply and Installation of Wood Fiber Surfacing Material (Playground Mulch)

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Sample Supply Agreement - Consolidated City of Indianapolis and Marion County

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AgencyIndiana → Department of Public Works
Contacts2 people available
OfficeIndianapolis, IN, 46204, USA
Office AddressIndianapolis, IN, 46204, USA
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Alison SigmanProcurement Manager

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If Vendor wishes to return a hard copy bid to Purchasing instead of using the new electronic process. Please do the following steps: Go to Downloads tab. Select the Project Documents and Attachments. Click Download Selected Items . A zip file containing the selected items will download to your computer. Delivery by U.S. Mail or In Person: City County Purchasing Division 200 E. Washington Street Room 1522 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Hard copy Bids are opened: September 3 , 2026, 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time in City County Purchasing Division, Room 1560. Bids Only : Bids are to be delivered to room 1522 City/County Building prior to 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time on or before the above due date. However, from 9:31 until 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, bids will be accepted in room 1560 of the City/County Building.

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