MDTA Key Bridge Rebuild
Kiewit is providing Progressive Design-Build Services for the delivery of the Maryland Transportation Authority’s (MDTA) Key Bridge Rebuild Project.
Project Overview
Maryland Transportation Authority’s Key Bridge Rebuild
The project involves replacing the 1.7-mile-long bridge on I-695/MD 695 that crosses the Patapsco River. It will be completed in two phases.
Phase 1 (pre-construction) is currently underway. Kiewit is collaborating with the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) and key stakeholders to define the project scope and requirements.
Early Works/Phase 2 will cover the final design, engineering, and construction. Pre-construction activities began in January 2025, with demolition and geotechnical exploration activities.
Kiewit brings the expertise, resources and an innovative and collaborative approach to deliver on MDTA’s goals of collaboration, schedule, safety, quality, cost and aesthetics.
Our Commitment to Community
Kiewit believes in supporting the communities in which we work. It is Kiewit’s intent to provide diverse, small and local business enterprises an equal opportunity to participate in the projects we build.
We are committed to maximizing opportunities through:
- Dividing work into economically feasible packages to ensure meaningful participation.
- Providing interested businesses adequate information related to the plans, specifications and requirements in a timely manner.
- Assisting interested small and diverse businesses in obtaining bonding, lines of credit, insurance, or equipment.
- Building upon new and existing subcontractor relationships to foster long-term partnerships.
- Partnering with community and industry organizations that support local, small and diverse businesses.
- Outreach, recruitment, training and supportive services to reduce barriers to employment for members of the community.
- Investing and participating in local training and apprenticeship programs to create a pipeline of local talent for sustainable careers in construction.
Build With Us
The Key Bridge Rebuild Project is being managed through the progressive design-build process, allowing us to work closely with the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) to refine the scope, requirements and schedule to ensure successful, safe and cost-effective delivery.
Currently, we are focused on completing Phase 1 of the project and commencing schedule-critical early works packages. Starting fourth quarter this year, we will be soliciting subcontractor pricing for inclusion in our Phase 2 cost estimate – which is now scheduled for submission to MDTA in the first quarter of 2026. (Please see revised list of scopes and targeted procurement dates below).
We are committed to maximizing opportunities for participation by a broad range of firms in the community.
Kiewit believes in supporting the communities in which we work. It is Kiewit’s intent to provide local and small business enterprises with an equal opportunity to participate in the projects we build. We evaluate companies on various criteria that may include, but is not limited to:
- Demonstrated experience performing similar scope of work Firm capacity to perform work as specified in RFP
- Ability to provide the number of qualified personnel, materials, tools and equipment to complete the required work on time
- Possession of the requisite licenses to perform the required work
- Safety record
- Consideration of the business participation goal for the project
- Ability to commence construction consistent with schedule requirements provided in solicitation
- Bid price (by comparing schedule of values)
Other Possible Considerations:
- Proven quality record
- Certifications/Licenses
- Insurance and bonding capability
- On-time performance
- Years in business
- Reputation
- Past performance with Kiewit
- Value-added products and services
Subcontractor Interest
We encourage you to prepare now to respond as soon as bid packages are released. If you haven’t done so already, please take a moment to complete our Subcontractor Questionnaire to share your qualifications and bidding interests, and to ensure that you are notified of upcoming events and opportunities.
Accessing Bid Documents:
Kiewit utilizes BuildingConnected for vendor communications regarding plans/specs/addenda distribution. To access scope-specific bid documents and project information:
Step 1
View the list of current solicitations and select the scope packages your company is interested in bidding.
Step 2
Complete our Subcontractor Questionnaire to provide your company’s capabilities and past project experience (if applicable) After your company information has been received through our Subcontractor Questionnaire, you will be added to our project database.
Step 3
After completing the Subcontractor Questionnaire, create an account with BuildingConnected. Kiewit utilizes BuildingConnected for bidder communications regarding plans/specs/addenda distribution.
Once your company information has been received through our Subcontractor Questionnaire, you will be added to our project mailing list. Please stay tuned for notifications via email and BuildingConnected as packages become available.
Job Seeker Resources
Skilled Trades and Craft Career Opportunities
Learn more about job seeker resources for skilled craft workers.
Staff Career Opportunities
To explore full-time staff opportunities with Kiewit, please visit kiewitjobs.com.
Events
2026 Events
Past Events
November 18, 2025 – 11:00 A.M. EDT – Virtual Bid Readiness Outreach EventClick below to ensure your company is bid ready and learn about upcoming bid opportunities!
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July 23, 2025 – 11:00 A.M. EDT – Virtual Subcontractor & Supplier Outreach EventClick below to learn about immediate contract opportunities and how to submit your bid!
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November 4, 2024 – 1:00 P.M. EST – Virtual Subcontractor & Supplier Outreach EventClick below to learn about the project, immediate early works contract opportunities and the bid submittal process.
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Resources
Kiewit is committed to providing resources, information and support to local and small businesses seeking opportunities to participate on the Project.
Organizations/Resources for Small and Local Business Enterprises
Federal
- U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
- U.S. Department of Transportation – Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Veterans Business Development Programs (VBDP)
Local/Regional
- American Consulting Engineers Council (ACEC) DMV Chapter
- Asian American Chamber of Commerce
- Associated Builders and Constructors (ABC) Baltimore
- Associated Builders and Constructors (ABC) Virginia
- Associated Builders and Constructors (ABC) Washington DC
- Baltimore Metro Council
- Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council
- Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Maryland
- Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) National
- Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) Virginia – Hampton Roads
- Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO) DC Chapter
- DC APEX Accelerator
- DC Building Industry Association – DCBIA
- DC Chamber of Commerce
- DC Department of Small and Local Business Development
- DC Women’s Business Center
- District Department of Transportation Office of Civil Rights
- Federal City Council / Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
- Governor’s Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs
- Greater Baltimore Committee
- Greater Washington Board of Trade
- Maryland APEX Accelerator
- Maryland Black Caucus Foundation
- Maryland Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Maryland Washington Minority Companies Assoc.
- MDOT’s Office of Minority Business Enterprise
- Minority Business Development Agency/Center – MD
- Minority Business Development Agency/Center – VA
- Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
- National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) DC
- National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC) DMV
- Northern Virginia Hispanic American Chamber (NOVA)
- Office of Contracting and Procurement
- Prince George’s County Chamber of Commerce
- Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation
- SCORE Washington DC
- Small Business Transportation Resource Center (SBTRC) – Mid Atlantic
- The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Greater DC Chapter
- US Black Chamber of Commerce
- VDOT Business Opportunity Workforce Development Center (BOWD) Center
- Virginia Hispanic Chamber
- Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS) Baltimore
- Women in Transportation Seminar (WTS) DC
Questions? Contact Us
To learn about subcontract and opportunities on the Key Bridge Rebuild Project, contact our team.
Learn more about the project from MDTA
About Kiewit
Founded in 1884, Kiewit is one of the largest and most respected construction and engineering organizations in North America. For over 140 years, Kiewit’s construction and design engineering professionals have worked on the industry’s most complex, challenging and rewarding projects – building transportation solutions that enhance and connect communities.
For decades, Kiewit has served the DC/Maryland/Virginia area, partnering with the local subcontracting community to build some of the region’s most significant projects. As we prepare to deliver the Key Bridge Rebuild Project, we remain committed to investing in the community – ensuring highly inclusive subcontract and employment practices – to maximize positive impact.
Kiewit tackles important projects of every size, in any market, utilizing construction-focused engineering to ensure our projects are delivered safely, on time and on budget.