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aRT3 Planning Study Open House: November 7th, 2024 | 3:30 - 6:00 PM

  • Oct 25, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Oct 30, 2024

Join us at America’s Central Port on Thursday, November 7th, for an open house focused on enhancing IL Route 3, a critical transportation corridor for the Southwest Illinois region.


This event, which runs from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m., invites local business owners, property owners, and community members to learn more about the Route 3 planning study, which covers an 8.5-mile stretch from the McKinley Bridge to Interstate 270.


The study explores improving transportation safety, enhancing Route 3’s image, and fostering economic growth through infrastructure and placemaking improvements. Stop by anytime to discover how you can help shape a safer, cleaner, more presentable IL Route 3.


For recent insights about the project background and existing conditions, you can read over the following document.




If you have any questions, contact the Port's Planner, Christie Voelker, at cvoelker@americascentralport.com.


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RFQ Announcement: Climate Action Plan & Emissions Inventory For America's Central Port

  • Oct 9, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Dec 3, 2024


Bid Announcement - P24-PLAN-02A (RFP No. 01 - Transformers)

RFQ Name: P24-PLAN-04: Climate Action Plan and Emissions Inventory

Submissions Due: Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:00 am Central Time

Project Scope:

As the Port continues to invest in its facilities to attract and retain tenants that bring private investment and employment opportunities to the region, it sees the increasing urgency of addressing environmental sustainability and climate resiliency.


Funded by the State Planning and Research Program of the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Plan will help the Port identify opportunities to reduce emissions, conserve energy, and be resilient to extreme weather events. It will also provide the data and support needed to seek funding for these opportunities.


The selected consultant team will complete the following scope of work:

  • Conduct inclusive community engagement

  • Create a baseline greenhouse gas emissions inventory

  • Set goals regarding emissions reductions, energy efficiency, and climate resilience

  • Identify priority projects to achieve the above goals

  • Establish the fiscal impact of priority projects

  • Identify potential funding sources for priority projects.


RFP & Related Downloads:




Important Dates:

  • Questions should be submitted via email by Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

  • Submissions are due on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 10:00 am Central Time.


For more information, contact:

Christie Voelker | Planner, America's Central Port


To be notified about future bid opportunities, register on our Planroom page here:

Bid Announcement: P24-ROAD-01 (North Street Improvement)

  • Sep 10, 2024
  • 1 min read

Updated: Oct 11, 2024


Bid Announcement - P24-PLAN-02A (RFP No. 01 - Transformers)

Bid Name: P24-ROAD-01 (North Street Improvement)

Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting September 19, 2024 at 10:00 am Central Time


Project Scope:

The scope of work for this project includes milling and resurfacing North Steet Road to improve pavement conditions and extend the service life of the roadway. The work involves removing the existing asphalt surface through milling and then applying a new asphalt overlay. Refer to Juneau’s Engineering plans for measurements. The project will encompass surface preparation, including cleaning and any necessary repairs to the underlying base, to ensure proper adhesion of the new asphalt. Traffic control measures, including detours and signage, will be implemented to ensure safety and minimize disruption during construction.


The contractor must adhere to IDOT quality standards and complete the work within the

specified timeline. This project must be completed before 12/31/2024.


RFP & Related Downloads:


Important Dates:

  • September 19, 2024 at 10:00 am | Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting

  • October 3, 2024 at 10:00 am | Sealed Bids Are Due On or Before This Date

  • October 3, 2024 at 10:00 am | Bid Opening Meeting


For more information, contact:

Phil Sholl | Sr. Project Manager, America's Central Port



To be notified about future bid opportunities, register on our Planroom page here:

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