BOW 06 02 2026

The City of Elkhart Board of Public Works held a meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing extensively on procurement and contract approvals related to public works and infrastructure projects. Key procurement actions included awarding the bid for the Napony Street pedestrian bridge restoration project to Leaport Construction for $291,210, and approving a contract with Niblock Excavating for the East Jackson pump station project at $42,995. The board also approved multiple partial payment requests totaling over $4 million for ongoing sewer and water infrastructure projects funded by State Revolving Fund (SRF) loans. Additionally, the board authorized the execution of an agreement with Norfolk Southern and Rail Pros for the Oakland Avenue underpass utility permit involving payments of approximately $2,650. Other procurement-related approvals included a professional services agreement with JPR Corporation for utility relocation engineering at fees not to exceed $18,700, a contract renewal for MSDS Online safety data sheet management, and a contract with Baker Tilly for an opportunity zone application with fees up to $10,000. The board also approved an economic development grant of $25,000 to support local festivals. Several change orders and contract amendments were discussed and approved, including a minor $600 increase for the courthouse demolition project and a change order involving a switch to plastic pressure pipe for cost efficiency. The meeting concluded with approval of the sale of a 2017 fire engine to South Bend Fire Department and various administrative motions. Overall, the meeting was marked by multiple contract awards, payment ratifications, and project management decisions critical to the city's infrastructure and public works operations.