CommunityChamberPress Release

Valparaiso, IN — The Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County is inviting qualified contractors to submit quotes for the grinding of organic brush and wood waste, along with the removal and hauling of materials from four locations within Porter County. This initiative is part of the district’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable waste management practices.
To provide interested parties with detailed information on the project requirements, a pre-bid meeting will be held on Monday, May 19th, 2025, at 9:00 AM at the Valparaiso Compost Site. This meeting will cover specific requirements for each location, followed by a guided site visit to each of the four locations listed below:
  1. Valparaiso Compost Site
    2150 W Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383
  2. Crocker/Chesterton Compost Site
    Tower St & Joliet Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304
  3. Portage Compost Site
    6451 US HWY 12, Portage, IN 46368
  4. Boone Grove Compost Site
    546 S 400W, Valparaiso, IN 46383
This project presents an excellent opportunity for contractors specializing in organic waste management to contribute to Porter County’s environmental sustainability goals. The district encourages all interested parties to attend the pre-bid meeting to ensure a comprehensive understanding of project expectations and to facilitate a successful bid submission.
For further information, or to request additional details about the grinding/hauling process, please contact the Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County via email at [email protected].

Recycling & Waste Reduction Dist. of Porter Co. Seeks Quotes for Organic Waste Management Services