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Commission approves permanent ValpoNet repair; Midwestern Electric low bid at $78,812.50

Valparaiso Redevelopment Commission · March 12, 2026
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Summary

After a catastrophic fiber break last September, staff recommended and the commission approved a permanent repair contract for ValpoNet with Midwestern Electric for $78,812.50 and authorized consultant oversight. The repair follows temporary aerial restoration earlier in the response.

Staff told the commission that a catastrophic failure of ValpoNet on Sept. 22 required a temporary aerial restoration and that a permanent repair is now required. George (speaker 4) described the RFP process: five contractors were solicited, three responses were…

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