Hancock County, Indiana
Reference No. RFP-2026-0003
Due Date November 17, 2026 at 4:00:00 PM EST
Release Date 10/9/2026
Type: Request for Proposals
Contact Name: Miriam Rolles
Email Address: miriam.rolles@hancockin.gov
Phone No.: 3174771828
Attachments: RFP_HANCOCK_COUNTY.pdf (Solicitation)
This RFP is for professional engineering services for the design of a multi-use trail and paved parking area within Nine Star Park for a federal aid project.
Buyer Attributes
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Census ID
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194496
Population
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90,969
Procurement Hell Score
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68 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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AI Adoption Score
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ConservativeEarly Adopter
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Startup Friendliness
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Hancock County, IN shows no evidence of approving sole source contracts. No published sole source thresholds were identified in public records. Practical guidance: bypass sole source entirely and allocate resources to a formal, competitive bid. Do not attempt a sole source justification. Monitor the County’s Bids page and meeting agendas for approvals, and assume a rigid process with a 5% local vendor preference that you must overcome on value and compliance.
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Hancock County Contracts
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Motorola Solutions, Inc. at Hancock County
Effective: Aug 20, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document outlines a comprehensive agreement between Motorola Solutions, Inc. and Hancock County E911 Communications Office for the procurement of APX N30, N70, 6000, and 8000 series radios, along with the CommandCentral Aware Plus software solution. The contract, identified by Quote-2613239, includes detailed line items for hardware and software, device management services, training, and support, totaling $731,039.00. Signed on August 20, 2024, the agreement encompasses upfront costs and multi-year subscription fees, with services and support terms extending up to 7 years.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at Hancock County
Effective: Sep 13, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
Hancock County E911 Communications Office has authorized Motorola Solutions, Inc. to proceed with an order for radio communications equipment totaling $41,537.00, as detailed in Quote-2788733. The authorization, dated September 13, 2024, specifies payment terms of Net 30 days upon shipment and outlines billing and shipping information. The purchase is subject to Motorola's standard terms and conditions.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at Hancock County
Effective: Feb 1, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document serves as an authorization letter from Hancock County E911 Communications Office to Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the purchase of radio communications equipment. Dated February 1st, 2022, it authorizes an order for a total of $116,346.22, with payment due 'Net 30 days upon shipment'. The letter includes delivery and invoicing instructions, referencing Quote 1618986.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. at Hancock County
Effective: Sep 9, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
Hancock County E911 Communications Office authorizes Motorola Solutions, Inc. to provide radio communications equipment and installation services for a total price of $40,582.00. The purchase is in accordance with IN State QPA 27921, with payment terms of Net 30 days upon shipment. The agreement is formalized by an authorization letter dated September 9, 2024, referencing Motorola Quote-03212024, which details the equipment and services.
ASSA ABLOY Electronic Door Security Sales Group Inc. at Hancock County
Effective: Mar 22, 2023Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This Statement of Work Proposal outlines the provision of SimpleK™ Key Management Software and associated professional services by ASSA ABLOY Electronic Door Security Sales Group, Inc. to Hancock County Government. The agreement includes a Professional Edition license, a one-year updates and support plan for the primary license, and an add-on web interface module, totaling $5,492.00. The proposal details annual support renewal fees, payment terms (Net 30 days), and general conditions for service delivery, with the agreement signed by both parties in March 2023.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Hancock County
Hancock County Cemetery Board Cemetery Board Meeting
Date: Sep 14, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Board discussed ongoing cemetery maintenance efforts, specifically focusing on the challenges of stump grinding at Sugar Creek and the status of stone restoration projects, including cleaning, leveling, and reconstructing headstones at the Maple Grove cemetery. The board also addressed genealogical inquiries regarding burial records, reviewed the progress of locating specific gravestones, and coordinated scheduling for future volunteer work days. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding a fence project installation at the Sugar Creek cemetery.
Hancock County Cemetery Board Cemetery Board Meeting
Date: Oct 5, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed ongoing maintenance and restoration efforts at several cemeteries, including infill projects, tombstone repairs, and monument resetting. Topics included the progress on tombstone installations, the discovery of new burials, tree removal needs, and coordination for future workdays. The members also reviewed the status of specific cemeteries such as Sugar Creek, Pleasant Grove, and Maple Grove, noting logistical considerations for cemetery access and property protection. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding the availability of cemetery supplies like epoxy and putty.
Hancock County Area Plan Commission Technical Committee Minutes
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Hancock County.
The committee reviewed multiple land development and subdivision applications. It continued the ILP review for the Singh Retail Center and the minor subdivision replat for Donna VanMeter. The committee approved the ILP for the Buck Creek Logistics Park, a residential replat for Alan Martin, a minor subdivision for Brandon Kirby, and a minor subdivision for the Smith Family Trust. Additionally, the committee discussed the status of the permit payment system and updates regarding departmental staffing.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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