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Board rejects single bid for Falcon Drive and Eagledale Drive culvert project, plans to rebid

Indianapolis Board of Public Works · June 10, 2026
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Summary

DPW recommended rejecting the lone bid for BR-16-075 (Falcon Drive and Eagledale Drive over Falcon Creek) because the bid was about 30% above the engineer's estimate; the board voted to reject and directed staff to rebid with modified scope and plans.

DPW recommended rejecting the single bid received for BR-16-075 (Falcon Drive and Eagledale Drive over Falcon Creek), and the Board of Public Works approved the rejection by voice vote. Mark Saint John said one bid was received on May 14, 2026 (Crackers Demo LLC, for $2,313,232.37), about 30% higher than the engineer's estimate. DPW told the board the project will be rebid in the future with scope and plan modifications.

No substantive discussion followed and the board approved the motion to reject the bid. Saint John said the work would rehabilitate the existing corrugated pipe structures and install new scour protection; staff will return with a revised solicitation.