Opportunities
Contracting Opportunities
The Key Bridge Rebuild will be delivered through four procurements covering the main span and marine approaches, demolition and miscellaneous marine work, the south land approach, and the north land approach. Dividing the work into multiple contracts increases competition within the contracting community, expands opportunities for the local workforce, and expedites the award of new contracts. Construction work will continue throughout the procurement process, with construction activities currently focused on installing permanent foundation piles and the over-water work platform, known as a trestle.
The four planned contracts include:
- Main Span and Marine Approaches
- Construction of the main span bridge, pier protection structures and marine approach bridges
- Request for Qualifications: For more information on this RFQ go to eMaryland Marketplace Advantage
- Anticipated Notice to Proceed: Summer 2027
- Demolition and Miscellaneous Marine Work
- Demolition of the remaining structures over water and miscellaneous marine work
- Invitation for Bids: Summer 2026
- Anticipated Notice to Proceed: Fall 2026
- South Land Approach
- Construction of the south land approach bridge and associated roadway work
- Invitation for Bids: Fall 2026 – Winter 2027
- Anticipated Notice to Proceed: Spring 2027
- North Land Approach
- Construction of the north land approach bridge and associated roadway work
- Invitation for Bids: Winter 2027
- Anticipated Notice to Proceed: Spring 2027
In-Person Main Span and Marine Approaches Industry Forum
MDTA hosted an In-person Industry Forum on Thursday, June 18, 2026, focused on the upcoming Main Span & Marine Approaches – Two Step Competitive Sealed Proposal (Design-Build).
The forum provided an opportunity for attendees to:
- Learn detailed information about the anticipated Main Span & Marine Approaches procurement approach
- Understand anticipated scope, schedule, and contracting considerations
- Submit and hear responses to industry questions
The in-person forum was a project-specific event intended solely for firms with capabilities relevant to major bridge, marine, and heavy civil transportation infrastructure projects, including prime contractors, joint venture teams, marine construction firms, specialty subcontractors, major suppliers, and professional service firms.
The presentation, attendee list and responses to questions are available for download below.
Virtual Industry Forum
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, MDTA hosted a Virtual Industry Forum to share information about upcoming procurement opportunities for the Francis Scott Key Bridge Rebuild.
The forum provided an overview of the anticipated contracting approach for the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and discussed how upcoming work will be divided into multiple contracts. With design advancing past the 70% milestone, restructuring the procurements into multiple contracts will allow for greater competition within the contracting community, expand opportunities for the local work force and expedite the award of new contracts.
The Virtual Industry Forum included:
- Overview of anticipated contracting approach
- Details on the division of work across multiple contracts
- Q&A with MDTA representatives
Presentation Materials
The presentation, attendee list, questions and answers, and restrictions on participation list are available for download below.
Industry Resources
Interested in working with the MDTA on other State funded projects? You can find valuable information on where to find contracts using eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA), resources and assistance through the MDTA Division of Civil Rights and Fair Practices (CRFP), MBE Certification Information and the Certified MBE Directory, and contact information for Minority- and Women-owned businesses by visiting our Business page.
What Is Title VI?
Title VI, 42 U.S.C., * Section 2000d et seq., was enacted as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI-related statutes and regulations provide that no person shall on the ground of race, color, national origin, sex, English proficiency, or disabilities be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity.
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its programs and services on the basis of race, color or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
More information about Title VI can be found on the MDTA’s Title VI webpage.
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