Best fitDavis-Baconstate match
IN20260054 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Indiana • Jasper, Lake, Newton +1
16 occupation rates available in the full WD.
Metal Hitching Rails
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ffaf92448a65a8495e5ef6959cb7a02a
Department • Natural ResourcesState • INPosted • —Due • May 13, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC• ExpiredBid range • $316,256 - $374,822
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Natural Resources. Place of performance: IN. Response deadline: May 13, 2026.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- ffaf92448a65a8495e5ef6959cb7a02a
- Performance
- IN
- Response
- May 13, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC
Live POP
Place of performance
IN
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Name
Kathy Evans
Email
kmevans@dnr.in.gov
Phone
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Natural Resources
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Not available
Applicable wage determinations
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IN20260054 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Indiana • Jasper, Lake, Newton +1
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Base $35.08Fringe $18.50
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Base $49.05Fringe $43.40
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IN20260052 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Indiana • Greene, Monroe, Owen
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Base $27.00Fringe $18.29
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IN20260050 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Indiana • Clay, Sullivan, Vermillion +1
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Base $27.00Fringe $18.29
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Base $49.05Fringe $43.40
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IN20260053 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Indiana • Howard, Tipton
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Base $29.49Fringe $14.21
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Base $27.00Fringe $18.29
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Base $49.05Fringe $43.40
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Description
003000000087454 Metal Hitching Rails - hitching rails are to be used to tie horses to 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 Kathy Evans at kmevans@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 Kathy Evans at kmevans@dnr.in.gov or faxed to 317-972-3275, Attn: [insert name of agency recipient]. 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.
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$316,256 - $374,822
Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.
Floor
$316,256
Target
$334,663
Premium
$374,822
Labor
$167,120
Direct
$15,500
Burden
$112,136
Fee + reserve
$39,442
Target $334,663Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions4 modeled rows
This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$3,515,334,796
Sector total $3,515,334,796 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,216–$3,347,126
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($3,515,334,796)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
medium confidencegpt 4o mini
This opportunity involves the procurement of Metal Hitching Rails for the Natural Resources agency. Responses are due by May 13, 2026, with specific submission requirements including email and fax options. Bidders must ensure prices remain valid for 30 days after the deadline to comply with Indiana State law.
Metal Hitching RailsIndiana Natural ResourcesHorse Tying EquipmentGovernment Procurement
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer seeks bids for the provision of Metal Hitching Rails intended for use in tying horses securely.
Who should pursue this
- Companies specializing in metal fabrication and outdoor equipment.
- Vendors with experience supplying to government agencies.
Work breakdown
- Download bid package from the provided link.
- Submit completed bids via email or fax to Kathy Evans.
- Ensure compliance with pricing validity requirements (30 days).
Response package checklist
- Download and complete the bid package from the bid documents link.
- Email the completed bid to Kathy Evans or fax it to the specified number.
- Verify that pricing includes all fees and shipping costs.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Prices must be valid for 30 days after the response deadline.
- Submission must comply with Indiana State law.
Pricing strategy
- Include all applicable charges and fees in the pricing.
- Consider market rates for similar metal products to ensure competitiveness.
Teaming and subs
- Identify local metal fabricators for potential partnerships.
- Consider teaming with logistics companies for efficient shipping.
Risks and watchouts
- Potential for competition from established suppliers.
- Risk of incomplete bids due to misunderstanding submission requirements.
Smart questions to ask
- Can you provide specifications for the Metal Hitching Rails?
- Is there a preferred type of metal or treatment for durability?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Specifications for the Metal Hitching Rails are not provided.
- No details on quantities required.
- No information on specific quality standards or certifications.
- Lack of clarity on the geographical delivery requirements.
- No information on potential for future orders or contracts.
- No solicitation number provided.
- No timeline for bid decision or award.
- No details on competition for the opportunity.
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