LaPorte County

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Buyer type:: County
Location:: Laporte, IN
Country:: US

LaPorte County RFPs

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Class 1 ?" Crushed Limestone
Posted
Oct 7, 2026
Closes
Nov 4, 2026
The Board of Commissioners seeks bids to furnish and deliver supplies requisitioned by the LaPorte County Highway Superintendent for repair and maintenance of county roads, bridges, and equipment in 2027. The annual bid includes Class 1 crushed limestone as well as bituminous patching/RAP materials, blast furnace slag, fuel, signs and sign posts, culverts, and guardrail. Detailed specifications are available from the LaPorte County Highway Department, and bidders must provide samples as required by the specifications.
Laporte County Highway Supplies - Culverts and Guardrail RFP
Posted
Oct 7, 2026
Closes
Nov 4, 2026
Project includes Culverts and Guardrail.
Laporte County Highway Supplies - Bituminous Patching / RAP Materials RFP
Posted
Oct 7, 2026
Closes
Nov 4, 2026
This project includes Bituminous Patching / RAP Materials.

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Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
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163441
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
644
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
111,294
Procurement Hell Score
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78 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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78 / 100
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Quick Decision Flow
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- Sole Source: Only pursue if uniquely justified under IC 5-22-10; coordinate with the department and Board of Commissioners for documentation. Otherwise, pivot to competitive bidding.
- Coops: OMNIA Partners, Sourcewell, and NASPO ValuePoint are available procurement paths; 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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- LaPorte County, IN uses “special purchase” authority rarely and only for truly unique offerings.
- Authority: Indiana Code 5-22-10 (e.g., single source of supply, compatibility with existing equipment, or emergency conditions per Resolution 2020-23).
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- LaPorte County does not use cooperative purchasing agreements today; expect direct county solicitations instead.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from LaPorte County

LaPorte County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce Strategic Taskforce Meeting
Date: Oct 1, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting focused on the restructuring of Local Income Tax (LIT) distributions and municipal strategic planning. Participants discussed the complexities of setting various tax rates, including municipal services rates, fire and EMS rates, and non-municipal rates. Representatives from several local municipalities shared specific financial challenges regarding population growth, property tax levies, and the impact of potential tax rate changes on their respective budgets. The discussion also included technical clarifications on statutory tax rate caps, the role of population thresholds in tax distribution, and the necessity for collaborative financial planning among the county and municipal units.
LaPorte County Board of Commissioners Board Meeting
Date: Sep 2, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting included the approval of payroll and operating expense claims. Public commentary addressed commissioner attendance and commendations for the Road Department's efforts in storm debris removal. Emergency Management provided comprehensive updates on disaster recovery initiatives, including debris removal, FEMA assistance programs, and long-term recovery support. Additionally, a report was delivered regarding the successful completion of an EPA-led cleanup project at the Glycerin Trader site, and the Health Department requested approval for staff to travel to an upcoming beach summit.

Key Contacts

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Derek J. AllenAdministrative Captain

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Jennifer VlietstraAdult Probation Officer

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LaPorte County RFPs

Class 1 ?" Crushed Limestone

Laporte County Highway Supplies - Culverts and Guardrail RFP

Laporte County Highway Supplies - Bituminous Patching / RAP Materials RFP

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LaPorte County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce Strategic Taskforce Meeting

LaPorte County Board of Commissioners Board Meeting

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LaPorte County RFPs

Class 1 ?" Crushed Limestone

Laporte County Highway Supplies - Culverts and Guardrail RFP

Laporte County Highway Supplies - Bituminous Patching / RAP Materials RFP

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LaPorte County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce Strategic Taskforce Meeting

LaPorte County Board of Commissioners Board Meeting

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LaPorte County

LaPorte County RFPs

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LaPorte County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce Strategic Taskforce Meeting

LaPorte County Board of Commissioners Board Meeting

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LaPorte County RFPs

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LaPorte County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce Strategic Taskforce Meeting

LaPorte County Board of Commissioners Board Meeting

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LaPorte County Board of Commissioners Meeting

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