MARYLAND TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES
KEY BRIDGE REBUILD VIRTUAL INDUSTRY FORUM
Overview of Contract Packages and Opportunities for Industry
***Virtual Industry Forum Registration is Open***
BALTIMORE (May 14, 2026) – The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) today announced a virtual industry forum on May 19, 2026, at 2 p.m. During the forum, MDTA representatives will present the anticipated contracting approach for the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and discuss 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.
“Rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge and reconnecting the I-695 Baltimore Beltway as expeditiously and safely as possible remains a top priority for MDTA,” said MDTA Executive Director Bruce Gartner. “This contracting strategy creates multiple opportunities for the construction and consulting community to contribute their expertise across different elements of the project. We expect the restructure of the construction opportunities will bring together a diverse range of prime contractors and subcontractors to support a coordinated and efficient rebuild effort.”
Key Bridge Rebuild Virtual Industry Forum
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
2 – 3 p.m.
Registration is now open at KeyBridgeRebuild.com
The forum will include a presentation from MDTA, followed by a Q&A on the contracting approach, procurement process and upcoming contract packages. Registration is required to attend the Industry Forum, and questions may be submitted in advance at KeyBridgeRebuild.com. Responses and forum materials will be posted following the event. Questions will be limited to the upcoming contracting opportunities.
Individuals who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or translation services (free of charge) may contact the agency’s Title VI Officer at [email protected] or at 410-537-5660 (711 for Maryland Relay) by 5 p.m. on Friday, May 15, 2026.
The MDTA finances, owns, operates, secures and improves Maryland’s toll tunnels, bridges and turnpikes.