Bridge 347 Replacement

Elkhart County is seeking qualified contractors to replace Bridge No. 347 on County Road 44 over Stony Creek. The project involves demolishing the existing single‑span prestressed‑concrete bridge and constructing a new three‑span continuous reinforced‑concrete slab bridge with integral pile foundations, full‑depth pavement replacement, widening, and associated site work such as earthwork, erosion control, and utility coordination. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder who can meet pre‑qualification, bonding, and insurance requirements, and who can adhere to strict schedule and liquidated‑damage provisions. • Scope includes demolition, pile‑driven foundations, concrete superstructure, HMA paving, guardrail and railing installation, and comprehensive traffic‑management & MOT devices. • Contractor must coordinate utility relocations (Brightspeed telecom facilities, Surf Internet fiber) and comply with environmental constraints (Section 401 water‑quality permit, Indiana bat‑habitat restrictions). • Work must begin by July 29 2026 and reach substantial completion by November 6 2026, with final acceptance by June 1 2027; delays incur $2,500 per day liquidated damages. • Required bid bond (10 % of bid), performance/payment bond (100 % of contract price), maintenance bond (10 % of contract price), Form 96 financial statement, INDOT pre‑qualification, and non‑collusion affidavit.