Demolition, site work, paving and new construction of a bridge / tunnel in La Porte, Indiana. Design plans call for the demolition of a bridge / tunnel; for the construction of a bridge / tunnel; for site work for a bridge / tunnel; and for paving for a bridge / tunnel.

As of July 18, 2025, an engineer has been selected, and this project is in the design phase. It is anticipated bidding will commence in 2029. Engineer firm information and a firm timeline for construction has not been determined. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: Title: La Porte County Government-Bridge 46 Replacement (Des # 2301619) in the LaPorte District. This Request for Proposals (RFP) is official notification of needed professional services. This RFP is being issued to solicit a letter of Interest (LOI) and other documents from firms qualified to perform engineering work on federal aid projects. A submittal does not guarantee the firm will be contracted to perform any services but only serves notice the firm desires to be considered. Contact for Questions: Mitchell Bishop/County Planning Director 1805 West 5th Street La Porte, IN 46350 219.326.6808 X 2253 mbishop@laportecounty.org Local Public Agency: La Porte County Government Project Location: Unincorporated La Porte County/CR 525 South over the Kankakee River Lincoln Township Project Description: PE and ROW Bridge Replacement Project INDOT Des #: 2301619 Phases Included: PE, RW Estimated Construction Amount: $2,773,208.00 Funding: $2,218,566.40 (total fed) $554,464.60 (total local) Term of Contract: 4 years DBE goal: 3% The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time. INDOT - RFP Engineering - La Porte County Government-Bridge 46 Replacement