Innovation Description and Benefit:

After the COVID guidelines were set in place the Bootheel Bridge Bundle used Virtual Technical Discussions to replace In-Person Technical Discussions with Industry. This innovation saved the Project from being delayed and is a great method of performing future Technical Discussions for other Projects. This innovation saves MoDOT money by increasing efficiency and reducing miles on state vehicles. It saves time by allowing MoDOT and the Industry to meet virtually and without any travel times. It simplifies work by allowing background communication during Technical Discussions. The background communication resulted in expedited answers to the Industry and less work to do later. This innovation is an obvious safety benefit as it allows workers to meet all the COVID guidelines.