EOD Newsletter

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July 2017


July Eagle

Like us on Facebook!

EOD now has its own Facebook page, which will be used to enhance our communication efforts with our DBE community and INDOT stakeholders.  Our Facebook page can be accessed with the following link:  http://bit.ly/1Sx2pwH


Newly Certified DBEs

A & A Consultants, Inc. Civil Engineering Construction

ALF Cartage, Inc. General Freight Trucking Local

AMC Construction, LLC Poured Concrete, Landscaping

Abator Information Services, Inc. Custom Computer Programming Services

Blackhag Enterprises, LLC, General Freight Trucking Local

Caretaker Landscaping & Lawn LLC Landscaping Services

Christine Concrete LLC, Curbs, Sidewalks and Ramps

DWD Company LLC, Specialized Freight Trucking, Local

J Sadler Enterprise, Inc., Residential Remodelers

Johnco Corp, Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers

K And K Expediting Services, Inc., Specialized Freight Trucking, Local

LSF Enterprises, Office Administrative Services

Paul Carpenter Associates, Environmental Consulting

People Factor, LLC, Human Resources Consulting Services

Pristine Image International, LLC, Janitorial Services

The Forrest Group, Marketing Consultants

Whitehead Construction, Inc., Highway, Street and Bridge Construction

Wilburn Construction Company, LLC, Poured Concrete and General Contractor


Contact Us

Economic Opportunity
Division

100 N Senate Avenue, N750

Indianapolis, IN  46204-2249

Fax: 317-233-0891

Website: www.in.gov/indot

EOD webpage: http://www.in.gov/indot/2752.htm

Email: DBECertification@indot.IN.gov


Mary

Welcome Mary Brouillette-Konig Into Her New Role !

INDOT EOD congratulates Mary Brouillette-Konig on her promotion to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Manager.  Mary’s new responsibilities include day to day management and supervision of all six district Equal Employment Officers, evaluation and insight into the development of INDOT’s Contract Compliance policies and providing leadership and oversight in complex investigations.  Mary will continue to be located in the Vincennes District Office along with her colleague and new EEO Officer Carla Irvin.  Prior to her new role, Mary was the Senior EEO located within the Vincennes District.  Congratulations, Mary! 


Poster

New Jobsite Posters! Make Sure You Are In Compliance

FHWA has added postings for Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision, Your Rights under USERRA and the Employee Polygraph Protection Act has been updated. The following information must be conspicuously posted at all federal-aid project sites by the prime contractor and its subcontractors for employees to view. Copies of these posters can be found here.


CDL

INDOT Partners with Vincennes University To Provide Training Opportunities and Job Placement Assistance in the Truck Driving Industry

The Indiana Department of Transportation has awarded Vincennes University Logistics Training and Education Center (VU LTEC) in Plainfield a Supportive Services grant through the Federal Highway Administration, aimed at providing CDL Class A training to women, minorities and economically disadvantaged individuals.  The purpose of this grant is to increase the number of individuals who receive training and ultimately obtain their CDL license, to enter jobs within the transportation/heavy highway industry. VU LTEC begins a new CDL training class the first Monday of every month.  The training program is six-weeks in length, focusing heavily on hands-on driving application. Read more


DBE Certified

Keep Your DBE Certification Current

When you visit INDOT’s website and navigate to the 18- month letting schedule or reference major projects going on around the state you will notice a number of opportunities available to DBEs. Leverage these opportunities by maintaining your DBE certification. Maintain your DBE certification by submitting your No Change Affidavit on time. Contact anyone on the Certification or Supportive Services team for questions about your due dates or the process.  

 https://itap.indot.in.gov/

Just follow the easy to understand instructions to complete enrollment process and access the DBE applications. .

A quick reference guide is provided to assist you through each step.

Feel free to contact EOD’s Certification or Supportive Services staff for assistance and guidance.


IAA

 Indiana Airport Authority Invitation to Bid

The Indianapolis Airport Authority has issued an Invitation to Bid for Rehabilitate Airfield Pavement – Crack Repair at the Hendricks County Airport.

 The timeline and requirements for submitting questions, submissions, and other details for this Invitation to Bid are specified in the documents at the linked here.


Southwest

Not “Business as Usual”

It’s a new, global era for commerce, one that demands change and innovation. The Southwest Indiana Chamber is responding to those challenges by ensuring that we continue to lead change and to promote innovation. We’re movers and shakers for business in all arenas: local, state, and federal government; jobs; transportation; energy; environment; education; finance, and marketing. The old saying is still true: there is strength in numbers, and the Southwest Indiana Chamber is one of the largest regional chambers of commerce in the state. The strength of more than 1,800 members, combined with the talent, passion, and abilities of our staff, board of directors, and volunteers, is helping to create a dynamic, exciting climate for business in Southwest Indiana. It’s a new era and this is a new Chamber, re-focused and re-dedicated to meet the challenges of our time. We’re excited about what’s happening in the Southwest Indiana region. We think you will be, too. For events Click here.


Marketing

Target Marketing & Brand Awareness Using the INDOT Website

 How can a small company, built on hard work and inspiration, compete against the giants in the construction industry? Is there a path that leads to success and prosperity? Yes, and now is the time to jump on the INDOT E-Wagon and get rolling.

Did you know that you can use the INDOT website to reach your target audience and create brand awareness? There is a wealth of information online that your company can start utilizing immediately. Read more


Contracts

Contracts and Construction

Are you interested in participating on the heavy highway constructions jobs at INDOT, but you don't know where to find the opportunities? Just click below and find the construction opportunities coming up within the next 18 months. 

18 Month Letting Reports

18-Month Construction Letting List (All Projects)


Procurement

INDOT Bid Opportunities

Did you know that INDOT has bid opportunities separately from the Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA)? INDOT has a need for items that are unique and exclusive to INDOT; we are proud to be able to list these items separate from the IDOA listing. To see INDOT's, listing please visit INDOT's Procurement webpage. Good luck in finding new opportunities for your business.

If you have any questions or comments, contact: Diana Poturalski