Digital delivery in transportation refers to a model-based project delivery method that replaces traditional 2D paper plans with 3D-engineered models and structured data as the primary source of truth throughout the project lifecycle. Instead of static PDFs, contractors, designers, and inspectors work from integrated digital models that include geometry, attributes, and linked documentation. This approach enables:
- Improved design quality and visualization (e.g., seeing road and bridge designs together in 3D).
- Better collaboration and communication across design, construction, and asset management.
- Reduced change orders and RFIs, lowering project costs and delays.
- Enhanced asset management through digital as-builts and lifecycle data integration.
- Data-driven decision-making and automation for quantity takeoffs, cost estimation, and GIS integration.
Infrastructure Cloud
Design
10/02/2026
- INDOT Traffic Review guidance (eff. 11/01/2026)
- The table below shows the design elements and the INDOT Discipline Contact(s) that should be identified in the Transmittal. For road and bridge projects that include any of the traffic design elements, the traffic discipline(s) should be named in addition to the request for road or bridge review.
| INDOT Discipline Contact | Design Element Notes |
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Bridge |
• Bridge projects (span > 20 ft along the roadway centerline): PM, Rehabilitation, Replacement |
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Road |
• Pavement projects: PM, 3R, 4R • Added Travel Lanes • Alternative Intersections (at-grade) • Interchanges: new, reconstructions, reconfiguration • Small Structures |
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Traffic Design, Traffic Safety, Traffic Mobility, District Traffic Engineer (DTE) |
• Highway Lighting • Panel or Sheet Signs • Traffic Signal Equipment • Pavement Markings • Project funded through Traffic Safety or Traffic Mobility Program |
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Traffic Mobility, DTE |
• Limited Access Right-of-Way (extending, breaking, or protective buying) |
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Traffic Mobility, Traffic Safety, DTE |
• Traffic Analysis (HCS, Synchro, Sidra, VISSIM) • Interstate Access • Operational/safety assessments such as Flashing Yellow Arrow evaluations) |
08/12/2026
- Design Memo 26-20 Infrastructure Cloud PSE distributed (see Active Design Memos)
06/30/2026
- Design Memo 26-16 Infrastructure Cloud Stage Submittals distributed (see Active Design Memos)
Construction
07/08/2023
- All Contracts let after July 8, 2026 are required to use Infrastructure Cloud in accordance with Construction Memo 26-03.
5/13/2026
- Construction Memo 26-03 - Bentley Infrastructure Cloud use begins on projects let on or after July 8, 2026 distributed.
- Infrastructure Cloud User Guide has been added to the website
Central Office Coordinators
| Discipline | Coordinator | |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Review | Mary Maddox | Mmaddox@indot.in.gov |
| Roadway Review | Syed Ali | Sali@indot.in.gov |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Design Phase: Better visualization, clash detection, design accuracy and quality, and cost estimation.
- Construction Phase: Streamlined workflows, machine control, and digital as-builts.
- Asset Management: Real-time updates, digital twins for predictive maintenance.
- Who is impacted?
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- All disciplines: roadway, drainage, bridges, utilities, environmental, real estate, and construction teams.
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- Contractors and consultants must adapt to new workflows and tools.
- How do I get involved?
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- Use the feedback link for general correspondence to the digital delivery team on this webpage and provide your contact information
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- Contribute via existing Indiana Transportation Team group (i.e. ACEC and ICI)
- All disciplines: roadway, drainage, bridges, utilities, environmental, real estate, and construction teams.
- Contractors and consultants must adapt to new workflows and tools.
- Use the feedback link for general correspondence to the digital delivery team on this webpage and provide your contact information
- Contribute via existing Indiana Transportation Team group (i.e. ACEC and ICI)
- PDF Plan sets will continue to be the legal document as model requirements are being developed.
- Models and digital files will be required at bid “For Information Only”
- ProjectWise/Infrastructure Cloud with future integrations with other applications.
- No, the long-term goal will be open data standards rather than preference for a specific authoring platform deliverable.
- Initial team members are added from those listed in SPMS who are able to add new members
- Many District and Central Office staff have access to all projects or in their respective districts that can add new members
- Submit Feedback on the Digital Delivery website has an option for adding members
