Elkhart County Bridge No. 347 Replacement Project Bid Documents 2026
Elkhart CountyCounty · Goshen, IN- Due
- Jun 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tiara Jackson
- (574) 533-0538
The 30-second brief
Elkhart County is soliciting bids for the replacement of Bridge No. 347, which carries County Road 44 over Stony Creek, located approximately 0.30 miles east of SR 13. The project involves replacing the existing single-span prestressed concrete box beam bridge with a new three-span, continuous, reinforced concrete slab bridge founded on integral pile bents. Roadway improvements include 87 ft of full-depth pavement replacement west and 92 ft east of the paving exception, plus resurfacing and widening. Bidders must be pre-qualified by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids are due by 9:00 AM on June 29, 2026, at the County Administration Building in Goshen. The project has a substantial completion date of November 6, 2026, and a final acceptance date of June 1, 2027, with liquidated damages set at $2,500 per day.
Itemized proposal, Bid bond, Non-collusion affidavit, Financial statement, INDOT pre-qualification certificate
Sum of itemized proposal line items
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Summary
Elkhart County is soliciting bids for the replacement of Bridge No. 347, which carries County Road 44 over Stony Creek, located approximately 0.30 miles east of SR 13.
The project involves replacing the existing single-span prestressed concrete box beam bridge with a new three-span, continuous, reinforced concrete slab bridge founded on integral pile bents. Roadway improvements include 87 ft of full-depth pavement replacement west and 92 ft east of the paving exception, plus resurfacing and widening. Bidders must be pre-qualified by the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Bids are due by 9:00 AM on June 29, 2026, at the County Administration Building in Goshen. The project has a substantial completion date of November 6, 2026, and a final acceptance date of June 1, 2027, with liquidated damages set at $2,500 per day.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Sum of itemized proposal line items
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Itemized proposal
- Bid bond
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Financial statement
- INDOT pre-qualification certificate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Appendix A - Permits
- Appendix B - Geotech Report
- Appendix C - Utility Work Plans
- Scope location
- Goshen, IN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Elkhart County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Tiara Jackson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Elkhart County in IN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tiara Jackson at (574) 533-0538. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Itemized proposal, Bid bond, Non-collusion affidavit, Financial statement, INDOT pre-qualification certificate. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Sum of itemized proposal line items" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Elkhart County?
All active and historical solicitations from Elkhart County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Elkhart County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Appendix A - Permits, Appendix B - Geotech Report, Appendix C - Utility Work Plans. Review the full document from Elkhart County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Goshen, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.