Site work, paving and outdoor lighting for a mixed-use development in Portage, Indiana. Design plans call for site work for a road / highway; for outdoor lighting for a road / highway; for paving for a road / highway; sidewalk / parking lot; sidewalk / parking lot; and water / sewer project.

As of November 3, 2025, an engineer has been selected, and this project is in the early design phase. Design completion is expected by March 2028. The bidding process is anticipated to begin in July 2028, with construction scheduled to commence in 4th quarter 2028 and conclude by 3rd quarter 2030. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: City of Portage Central Avenue between County Line Road and Brandt Street (Des # 2100131) in the LaPorte District This Request for Proposals (RFP) is official notification of needed professional services. This RFP is being issued to solicit a letter of Interest (LOI) and other documents from firms qualified to perform engineering work on federal aid projects. A submittal does not guarantee the firm will be contracted to perform any services but only serves notice the firm desires to be considered. Contact for Questions: Sandra McDaniel, ERC 6070 Central Avenue Portage, IN 46368 (219) 764-5746 smcdaniel@portage-in.com Local Public Agency: City of Portage Project Location: Central Avenue between County Line Road and Brandt Street Project Description: This project will involve roadway widening and reconstruction from County Line Road to Brandt Street along Central Avenue. Improvements will include new pavement, curb and gutter, sidewalks, storm sewers and roadway lighting. INDOT Des #: 2100131 Phases Included: PE and RW Estimated Construction Amount: $6,500,000 Funding: STBG Funding Term of Contract: Until Project Completion DBE goal: 7% The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time. INDOT - RFP Engineering - City of Portage Central Avenue between County Line Road and Brandt Street