Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority - US 12 Scenic Byway Initiative and Technical Study RFQ - 2026
Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority | State of IndianaState · Merrillville, IN- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amy Jakubin
- (219) 644-3500
The 30-second brief
The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA) invites qualified firms or teams to submit statements of qualifications for transportation, civil, and multimodal engineering services for the US 12 Scenic Byway Technical Study in Lake and Porter Counties. The selected engineering consultant will provide technical leadership for a coordinated regional framework, Corridor Management Plan, Indiana Dunes State Park Access Study, and prioritized implementation program to advance lakefront access, tourism, safety, mobility, and corridor revitalization. The project supports an Indiana Byway Program application and a potential National Scenic Byway nomination, incorporating REMI economic modeling and stakeholder engagement. Submissions are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CDT, with questions due by October 30, 2026. The contract includes an MBE/WBE participation goal of 15% and 5%.
Existing Conditions and Corridor Needs and Opportunity Assessment, US 12 Transportation, Infrastructure, And Multimodal Improvement Strategy, Indiana Dunes State Park Access Strategy, Regional Connectivity and Marquette Greenway Strategy, Targeted Placemaking, Gateway, And Land Use Recommendations, REMI Economic Impact and Investment Analysis, Prioritized Implementation, Funding, And Partnership Strategy, Scenic Byway Corridor Management Plan, Designation Framework, And Roadmap, Final US 12 Scenic Byway Corridor Technical Study Document
Qualification and Capability of Firm and Subconsultants, Key Personnel, Similar Projects and Past Performance, Capacity/Availability to Complete Work, References, MBE/DBE Commitment
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Summary
The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA) invites qualified firms or teams to submit statements of qualifications for transportation, civil, and multimodal engineering services for the US 12 Scenic Byway Technical Study in Lake and Porter Counties.
The selected engineering consultant will provide technical leadership for a coordinated regional framework, Corridor Management Plan, Indiana Dunes State Park Access Study, and prioritized implementation program to advance lakefront access, tourism, safety, mobility, and corridor revitalization. The project supports an Indiana Byway Program application and a potential National Scenic Byway nomination, incorporating REMI economic modeling and stakeholder engagement. Submissions are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CDT, with questions due by October 30, 2026. The contract includes an MBE/WBE participation goal of 15% and 5%.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualification and Capability of Firm and Subconsultants
- Key Personnel
- Similar Projects and Past Performance
- Capacity/Availability to Complete Work
- References
- MBE/DBE Commitment
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
17- Existing Conditions and Corridor Needs and Opportunity Assessment
- US 12 Transportation
- Infrastructure
- Multimodal Improvement Strategy
- Indiana Dunes State Park Access Strategy
- Regional Connectivity and Marquette Greenway Strategy
- Targeted Placemaking
- Gateway
- Land Use Recommendations
- REMI Economic Impact and Investment Analysis
- Prioritized Implementation
- Funding
- Partnership Strategy
- Scenic Byway Corridor Management Plan
- Designation Framework
- Roadmap
- Final US 12 Scenic Byway Corridor Technical Study Document
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Letter of Transmittal
- Company Profile and Background
- Legal make-up and MBE/DBE status
- Lawsuits list
- Key Personnel Information and resumes
- Subconsultants profiles and resumes
- Similar Project Examples
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Lake and Porter Counties, IN
- Reported agency
- Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority | State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Amy Jakubin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority | State of Indiana in IN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Amy Jakubin at (219) 644-3500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Existing Conditions and Corridor Needs and Opportunity Assessment, US 12 Transportation, Infrastructure, And Multimodal Improvement Strategy, Indiana Dunes State Park Access Strategy, Regional Connectivity and Marquette Greenway Strategy, Targeted Placemaking, Gateway, And Land Use Recommendations,. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualification and Capability of Firm and Subconsultants, Key Personnel, Similar Projects and Past Performance, Capacity/Availability to Complete Work, References, MBE/DBE Commitment" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Letter of Transmittal, Company Profile and Background, Legal make-up and MBE/DBE status, Lawsuits list, Key Personnel Information and resumes, Subconsultants profiles and resumes, Similar Project Exam. Review the full document from Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority | State of Indiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake and Porter Counties, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.