Intersection Improvement with Added Turn Lanes on US 20

Indiana Department of Transportation is inviting bids for intersection improvement with added turn lanes on US 20 at SR 152 in Lake County, with bids due November 5, 2026.

The scope encompasses labor, materials, tools, and equipment for roadway widening to accommodate added turn lanes, site preparation, grading, drainage modifications, pavement removal and replacement, and installation of new turning lanes with markings and signage. All work must comply with Indiana Standards Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction and applicable federal and state highway construction standards. The contractor must maintain traffic control throughout construction to preserve reasonable traffic flow on US 20, implement erosion control and stormwater management, and submit detailed bid proposals with unit prices for labor, materials, and equipment. Work is subject to inspection and approval by Indiana DOT representatives throughout construction.

Bidders must possess appropriate licensing and bonding for highway construction work in Indiana. The project timeline includes mobilization, construction phases, and final completion with site restoration. The contract will be awarded to the lowest qualified bidder meeting all technical and financial requirements. Funding derives from Indiana DOT's capital improvement budget for state highway enhancement.