Enhanced Project Submissions

Getting Started

1. Log in to the OnStation Portal at onstationapp.com.
2. From the left navigation menu, select Project Submissions.
3. Tap SUBMIT NEW PROJECT in the top left.

Step 1 — Choose Your Submission Type

The first screen asks you to select a submission type. Choose the option that matches your project and tap CONTINUE.

Standard Submission

Select Standard and tap CONTINUE. This follows the same process as all existing OnStation projects — fill in project details, upload your alignment files, and submit. No changes to this workflow.

Approximate Stationing

Approximate Stationing lets you define your project by drawing bounds and an alignment directly on the map. OnStation uses your drawings to generate approximate stationing — no alignment files required.

Project Details

1. Fill in the required fields: Contract / Project Number, State, and any other details.
2. If your org has PDF Overlays enabled as an integration, you'll see that option here along with the number of sheets remaining from your purchase.
3. After selecting your state, an Available Stationing notice will appear showing which stationing types are supported for that state — for example LRS, Mile Markers, or Lat/Long. Items with a checkmark are available.
4. Tap CONTINUE to proceed to the Map.

Drawing Project Bounds

1. Zoom into the area where your project is located.
2. Tap DRAW PROJECT BOUNDS in the bottom left corner of the map.
3. Click and drag to draw a rectangle over your project area.
4. Use EDIT BOUNDS or REDRAW BOUNDS from the toolbar if you need to adjust the shape.

Drawing Your Alignment

Once your bounds are set, draw your alignment along the route. Two methods are available:

Draw Alignment (polyline):

1. Tap DRAW ALIGNMENT in the toolbar.
2. Tap once to place your first point.
3. Double-click to place your final point and complete the line.

Place 2 Points (quick method):

1. Tap PLACE 2 POINTS in the toolbar.
2. Tap once to drop your first point, then double tap to drop your second point.
3. A pop-up will appear: Name this alignment. Enter a name and set the Start Station and End Station. Start Station is required.
4. Your alignment will appear in the Alignments section below the map. You can edit it at any time.

When you're satisfied with the bounds and alignment, tap SAVE & CONTINUE. OnStation will generate a KML file from your alignment drawing.

No Stationing

No Stationing is similar to Approximate Stationing but skips the alignment step. OnStation will display the available stationing options for your state based on your project location.

1. Select No Stationing from the Choose Submission Type screen and tap CONTINUE.
2. Fill in the required project details and tap CONTINUE to proceed to the map.
3. Draw your project bounds on the map and tap SAVE & CONTINUE. No alignment drawing is needed.

Step 2 — Files (Optional)

After the map step you'll land on the Files page. Attach any supporting files — plans, reports, or other documents. This step is optional. Tap CONTINUE when done.

Step 3 — Submit & Notify Your Team

1. Review everything and tap SUBMIT PROJECT.
2. On the Team tab, search for users or groups to notify. Toggle Share with Organization to notify everyone in your org automatically.
3. Tap SAVE CHANGES then DONE.

Your submission will appear under Project Submissions → Pending with a status of NEW while it's being processed by the OnStation team.