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

As of November 19, 2025, an engineer has been selected and this project is in the early design firm. It is anticipated bidding will commence August 8 2029. A firm timeline for construction has not been determined. *The closed solicitation has been included below for reference: Title: Noble County Bridge 56 Replacement (Des # 2301628) in the Fort Wayne District This Request for Proposals (R.FP) 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 perfonn any services but only serves notice the firm desires to be considered. Project Location: Bridge 56 over the Elkhart River near Ligonie Project Description: Bridge Replacement INDOT Des #: 2301628 Phases Included: PE, RW Estimated Construction Amount: $5,583,000.00 Funding: 80% Federal, 20% Local Term of Contract: Until Project Completion DBE goal: 7% Contact for Questions: Zachary S. Smith, PE 1118 E. Main Street Albion, IN 46701 260-636-2124 zack.smith@nobleco.gov The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time. INDOT - RFP Engineering - Bridge 56 Replacement in the Fort Wayne District *Please make all inquiries to owner, Zachary S. Smith, 260-636-2124 ext. 6001 or zack.smith@nobleco.gov