OPEN SESSION JULY 30, 2026 PAGE 4 OF 6
The MDTA informed the Progressive Design Builder (PDB) on April 28, 2026 that MDTA would exercise the contractual off-ramp and deliver the remaining work by other contractual means. The MDTA is preparing four new procurements for remaining work. Mr. Wolfe further explained that as a result of the off-ramp from the PDB, it has been determined that additional funding is required to conclude the pile driving work at Piers 24 and 25 (pylon piers on either side of the main channel) and to demobilize the contract. This pile driving work, which corresponds with EWP-008, increases the overall pile driving quantity within the early work packages by 100, from 138 piles to 238 piles in total. This work will complete all pile driving necessary for the cable-stayed bridge pylons and the associated vessel collision protection systems, and it provides a logical interface for the transition to follow-on contractors. The additional funding will also accommodate the cost to demobilize the construction equipment and support sites that the PDB established in the project area. This cost was not included in previous EWPs as it was assumed the equipment would progress into the Phase 2 PDB agreement and demobilization would be included in the Phase 2 cost. This work requires the authorization of an additional $125,000,000.00 in early works funding, increasing the authorization to $620,000,000.00. The MDTA and the PDB have agreed on the pricing for the remaining pile driving and demobilization and will execute the associated Notice to Proceeds upon funding authorization. Upon motion by Member Samuel D. Snead and seconded by Member Cynthia D. Penny- Ardinger, the Members unanimously gave approval for Contract No. AE-3162-0000 under MDTA 2026-02 - Key Bridge Rebuild Final Design and Design Services During Construction.
UPDATE – LEGISLATIVE REPORTS SUBMITTED TO THE LEGISLATURE
Mr. Brian Wolfe updated the MDTA Board regarding the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, as mandated by the 2026 legislative session budget committees.
Mr. Wolfe reported on legislative compliance the submission of the Joint Chairman’s Report (JCR), update on reconstruction progress, early work packages, and explanation of the federal reimbursement process to ensure budgetary transparency.
UPDATE – MDTA’S TRAVEL PLAZAS
Mr. Simon Najar updated the MDTA Board on the progress of operations at the Maryland House and Chesapeake House Travel Plazas.
Mr. Najar explained that in 2012, the MDTA entered into a Lease and Concession Agreement with Areas USA MDTP, LLC (Areas USA), to undertake the redevelopment (including financing) and long-term operations and maintenance of the travel plazas. Pursuant to the public-private partnership (P3) arrangement, the MDTA retains oversight of the travel plazas for a period of 35 years. Mr. Najar gave a presentation that provided a brief overview of the contract award and agreement; Areas USA history and expertise; current operations at the travel plazas; and future outlook.
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