This RFP is for Outdoor Recreational Fitness Equipment designed for outdoor commercial or public park use, capable of withstanding year-round weather conditions, meeting safety standards, accommodating varying fitness levels, and including turf/PIP surfacing, circuit training, strength, cardio, stretching equipment, an open area, and ADA accessible machinery.
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Census ID
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103772
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
153
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
14,564
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
48 / 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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Town of Whitestown, IN:Sole source use above $5,001 is rare to non-existent. Deprioritize this path and pivot to cooperative contracts to avoid high friction from the low competitive threshold, local preference policies, and extensive insurance requirements.
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Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from Town of Whitestown
Whitestown Town Council Town Council Meeting
Date: Aug 26, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed the status of the town-to-city petition, noting that signature thresholds were not met, and explored the potential for adding two at-large council seats. Key agenda items included amendments to the ordinance regarding weeds and vegetation, specifically focused on penalty structures and agricultural exemptions, which were tabled for further review. Additionally, the council deliberated on a resolution to provide tax abatements for a proposed pharmaceutical project, raising concerns regarding the necessity of incentives given the applicant's financial performance.
Whitestown Plan Commission Plan Commission Meeting
Date: Oct 8, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The commission reviewed and approved a development plan for a new daycare facility, addressing variances related to parking and proximity to fuel storage. The commission also considered a primary plat for a residential subdivision, discussing resident concerns regarding stormwater retention, infrastructure impact, traffic safety at nearby intersections, and pedestrian connectivity to local parks.
Whitestown Fire Board Fire Board Meeting
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to Town of Whitestown.
Who manages procurement and purchasing for the Town of Whitestown?
Procurement for the Town of Whitestown is administered by the Town; the Clerk‑Treasurer is the elected chief fiscal officer and the Town Council provides legislative oversight. Departments handling purchasing include Public Works, Planning, Fire, Parks, Engineering, and the Clerk's Office.
Where does the Town of Whitestown post bids and RFPs?
The Town of Whitestown posts bids, RFPs, and RFQs on its Project Opportunities portal: https://whitestown.in.gov/business/project-opportunities/. Vendors should monitor that portal and follow the submission instructions provided on each solicitation.
What products and services does the Town of Whitestown procure?
The Town of Whitestown purchases goods and services matching departmental functions: public works and infrastructure, stormwater and utilities, parks and recreation, planning and development services, building/code enforcement, fire equipment and vehicles, and general professional services.
Date: Sep 2, 2026
Type: Meeting mention
The meeting was called to order but could not conduct official business due to a lack of a quorum. The board proceeded with a presentation ceremony to pin a new fire department member. Additionally, the Chief provided an overview of publicly available documents for review, including a monthly report, an EMS billing agreement, a purchase request for a defibrillator, and a budget proposal for 2027. Members acknowledged receipt of the proposed budget for their review prior to the next meeting.
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Does the Town of Whitestown use cooperative purchasing or piggyback contracts?
Ordinance No. 2026‑25 authorizes the Town of Whitestown to use state and cooperative purchasing vehicles and piggyback contracts as permitted by Indiana law (IC 5‑22‑10); specific contract vehicles are identified in individual solicitations.
What vendor requirements does the Town of Whitestown publish for solicitations?
Ordinance No. 2026‑25 requires Town of Whitestown solicitations to include proof of financial responsibility; INDOT prequalification is required for Public Works projects exceeding $300,000. Solicitations will specify additional bonding, insurance, or forms as applicable.
How does the Town of Whitestown approve procurement contracts and awards?
Ordinance No. 2026‑25 sets Town of Whitestown approval thresholds: Department Head approval up to $10,000; Town Manager approval for $10,000–$25,000; purchases over $25,000 require Town Council approval. Executed contracts are filed with the Clerk‑Treasurer for safekeeping.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard terms for the Town of Whitestown?
Ordinance No. 2026‑25 is the Town of Whitestown's purchasing policy; it prescribes bid procedures and thresholds: sealed IFBs for purchases over $150,000, three written quotes for $50,000–$150,000, and streamlined procedures under $50,000; RFPs are used when bidding is impracticable.
What supplier diversity or local vendor preference programs does the Town of Whitestown use?
Ordinance No. 2026‑25 establishes Town of Whitestown supplier preferences: a 15% small‑business set‑aside; local business preference of 5% for purchases under $50,000, 3% for $50,000–$100,000, and 1% for purchases of $100,000 or more; and a 15% preference for Indiana small businesses and veteran‑owned small businesses.