FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority Issues RFQ for Design Services for Gary Metro Station

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Dave Wellman Director of Communications 219-644-3506 dwellman@rda.in.gov Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority Issues RFQ for Design Services Regional Development Authority issues Request for Qualifications for Design Services for the revitalization of the Gary Metro Rail Station. CROWN POINT, IN (October 9, 2026) – The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA) invites qualified firms or teams to submit statements of qualifications to provide architectural and design services for a new multi-modal rail station and associated parking garage in downtown Gary, Indiana. The selected firm will complete final design, environmental clearance, and advanced engineering to deliver a modern, ADA-accessible, multimodal transit hub. The revitalized station will replace the deteriorated Adam Benjamin Metro Center with a safe, efficient regional node serving commuter rail, local and intercity bus, and regional trail and first/last mile networks as a single, integrated multimodal facility. This project will be led by RDA leadership with the assistance of a set of existing consultants. The RDA is requesting qualifications for technical services to supplement existing team expertise. The City of Gary is a key stakeholder and will be an active participant in all process flows of this project; including, selection of Architect, design reviews, and milestone approvals. The RDA is requesting responses from firms or teams qualified in the following disciplines to assist the RDA with: Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority • Trusted • Tested • Results 9800 Connecticut Drive • Crown Point, IN 46307 • (219) 644-3500 • fax (219) 644-3502 • www.in.gov/rda www.nwitdd.com • facebook.com/rdacatalyst • us12scenicbyway.com • youtube.com/NWIRDA • Pre-Construction Services: Site analysis, survey, geotechnical investigations (if not already provided), preliminary design, cost estimating, scheduling, constructability reviews, value engineering, and permitting. • Architecture and Engineering Design: Complete architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, interiors, and environmental (Phase 1/2/3), ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and Owner requirements.