What products and services does City of Elkhart procure?

City of Elkhart routinely procures infrastructure and civil public-works construction, utilities and treatment-plant equipment, fleet and vehicles, public-safety equipment, facility furnishings and equipment (FF&E), and professional services and consultants, as reflected in redevelopment solicitations and the municipal planroom.

What vendor requirements does City of Elkhart publish for solicitations?

City of Elkhart solicitations and departmental bid documents specify required forms, insurance, bonding, licensing, and contract terms for each project. Vendors must review each solicitation packet posted on the City of Elkhart bid pages or the Elkhart Planroom for exact submission and compliance requirements.

What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does City of Elkhart use?

City of Elkhart and local partners support supplier-diversity initiatives and business resources; vendors can engage through the City of Elkhart’s economic development business resources and local chamber or community events that address supplier diversity and local-business participation.

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Elkhart, IN
Country:: US

City of Elkhart RFPs

Active opportunities open for bidding

BOT Agreement - Public Safety and Services Building (Request For Proposal)
Posted
Sep 19, 2026
Closes
Oct 27, 2026
Build Operate and Transfer Agreement. Public safety and service center project.
Lundquist Restroom Project RFP
Posted
Sep 18, 2026
Closes
Oct 19, 2026
Design and construction of a new public restroom facility.
Edith Pasley Park Restroom Facility (DESIGN-BUILD) (Request for Qualifications)
Posted
Sep 18, 2026
Closes
Oct 19, 2026
DESIGN-BUILD Work includes construction of a new, permanent, ADA-compliant, three-season public restroom facility. This project includes the design, permitting, and construction of a new, permanent, ADA-compliant, three-season public restroom facility at the park. The building shall include a men's restroom, a women's restroom, and a storage room, together with exterior lighting, utility connections, concrete walkways connecting to the existing park path system, and site grading, restoration, and landscaping.

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Census ID
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207942
Employee FTE
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700
Population
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54,092
Procurement Hell Score
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52 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: If sale is less than $50,000, use sole source.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
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Sole Source
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- City of Elkhart, IN shows no documented use of sole source contracting. Deprioritize this path and pivot to coops. Competitive bidding is rigidly applied for contracts over $50,000, making sole source unlikely to succeed.
- Practical note: If a department proposes sole source, redirect to Sourcewell to leverage a pre-competed vehicle and align with city purchasing habits.
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Cooperatives
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- The city has used cooperative purchasing, including documented use of Sourcewell (participating agency account 58203) and prior buys through this vehicle (e.g., CDW Inc. for GPS services). Lead with Sourcewell: confirm your offering is on a Sourcewell contract and present it as a pre-competed, ready-to-use path with procurement and the requesting department. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to get onboarded through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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City of Elkhart Contracts

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Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Elkhart
Effective: May 18, 2021Expires: Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a Master Services and Purchasing Agreement between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and Elkhart City Police Department for the purchase of various Axon products and services, including Axon Plans & Packages, Hardware (e.g., TASER 7, Axon Body 3, Axon Fleet), and associated Services over a five-year period. The total contract value is 3,395,155.90 USD. The agreement also includes specific Statements of Work for Axon Interview Recording Platform and Axon Fleet In-Car Recording Platform, and a separate SOW for the implementation of Axon Standards. A no-cost trial agreement for Axon products is also included. The effective date of the main agreement is May 18, 2021, with services and subscriptions extending for up to 60 months.
Flock Group, Inc. at City of Elkhart
Effective: Nov 3, 2023Expires: Expiration date locked.
This contract is a Master Services Agreement between Flock Group, Inc. and IN - Elkhart PD, effective November 3, 2023. It outlines the provision of Flock Safety's hardware and software solutions, including LPR cameras and professional services, with access to the FlockOS platform. The agreement has an initial term of 60 months (5 years) and automatically renews. The total contract value is $329,000.00, covering annual recurring services and one-time professional services, as detailed in the incorporated Exhibit A Order Form. The document includes comprehensive terms and conditions, billing schedules, and product descriptions.

Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Elkhart

Elkhart Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting
Date: Oct 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission selected Prince Property Group and Barrett Realty as the preferred developer for the County Courthouse block redevelopment project. Approvals were granted for a lease agreement with the Redevelopment Authority concerning a public safety center, as well as the payment of legal service invoices. The commission amended the spending plan to facilitate funds for the Kelby Love Peace Memorial Sculpture and soil remediation efforts. Additionally, a construction change order was authorized for water services related to the Garrison Fraser development.
Lerner Governing Board Meeting
Date: Oct 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board meeting covered several agenda items, including a treasurer's report, which indicated that the Learner is performing better financially than the previous year, despite a decline in theater operations income. The board approved the claim and allowance docket in the amount of $40,730.87. A catering report for the Crystal Ballroom was presented, noting a revenue decline in September but projecting a strong fourth quarter. Additionally, the board discussed a new, revised agreement between Premier Arts and the city, aimed at ensuring organizational success and partnership opportunities.
Board of Public Safety Meeting

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Frequently asked questions

Who manages procurement and purchasing for City of Elkhart?

The Controller's Office provides citywide financial oversight, while City of Elkhart departments (e.g., Development Services, Public Works & Utilities, Fire) manage day-to-day purchasing and departmental solicitations. Contact the issuing department for solicitation details or the Controller’s Office for financial-oversight questions.

Where does City of Elkhart post bids and RFPs?

City of Elkhart posts public bids and RFPs on its Bid Opportunities pages and distributes project documents through the Elkhart Planroom. Vendors should monitor the City of Elkhart Bid Opportunities pages and register with the Elkhart Planroom to receive solicitation notices and documents.

How do vendors complete vendor registration with City of Elkhart?

Vendors register interest and access solicitation documents through the City of Elkhart Bid Opportunities pages and the Elkhart Planroom; those portals are the primary vendor entry points for obtaining documents and responding to solicitations. Follow each portal’s registration or subscription steps.

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City of Elkhart RFPs

BOT Agreement - Public Safety and Services Building (Request For Proposal)

Lundquist Restroom Project RFP

Edith Pasley Park Restroom Facility (DESIGN-BUILD) (Request for Qualifications)

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City of Elkhart Contracts

Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Elkhart

Flock Group, Inc. at City of Elkhart

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Elkhart Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting

Lerner Governing Board Meeting

Board of Public Safety Meeting

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City of Elkhart RFPs

BOT Agreement - Public Safety and Services Building (Request For Proposal)

Lundquist Restroom Project RFP

Edith Pasley Park Restroom Facility (DESIGN-BUILD) (Request for Qualifications)

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City of Elkhart Contracts

Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Elkhart

Flock Group, Inc. at City of Elkhart

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Elkhart Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting

Lerner Governing Board Meeting

Board of Public Safety Meeting

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City of Elkhart Contracts

Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Elkhart

Flock Group, Inc. at City of Elkhart

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Elkhart Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting

Lerner Governing Board Meeting

Board of Public Safety Meeting

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City of Elkhart Contracts

Axon Enterprise, Inc. at City of Elkhart

Flock Group, Inc. at City of Elkhart

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Elkhart Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting

Lerner Governing Board Meeting

Board of Public Safety Meeting

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