Bulletins

MITA in the News

MITA in the News – 1/2-1/9

Road Funding There’s Still More Tax Increase Idea Left In Steckloff’s Road Funding Binder (MIRS, 1/6/26) ATTACHED Michigan EV fees spike under road funding deal, now nation’s highest (Bridge Michigan, 1/7/26) MITA Mention: “We still don’t even think, with this increase, that they’re still paying their fair share,” said Lance Binoniemi, vice
Events, Membership

Options Have You Registered? MITA Annual Conference Is Almost Here

MITA’s Annual Conference is just 15 days away, and now is the time to secure your spot at Michigan’s largest transportation construction industry event. This year’s conference brings together industry leaders, contractors, suppliers, and partners for two high-impact days of education, networking, and connection. Why Attend? Keynote Speakers Wednesday: Jon
Engineering, MDOT

MDOT To Hold Industry Forum for Phase III Bridge Bundle

MDOT anticipates issuance of a Request for Qualifications in January 2026, Request for Proposals are anticipated in March 2026 (dependent on a signed agreement between the Federal Highway Administration and MDOT) and award of a DB contract in the summer (expected June 2026). When: 10 a.m. Jan.14, 2026 Where: Virtual
Membership

2026 Contractor Dues

Attached, you will find the Contractor Dues Sheet for 2026. Please estimate your sales volume for 2025. The only request we ask is that you be fair with this estimate. We do not conduct audits, nor do we put our nose where it doesn’t belong. Conversely, we have worked hard
MITA in the News

MITA in the News – 11/28-12/5

Road Funding  70% of new Michigan road revenue is not guaranteed, report says (MLive, 12/4/25) Michigan road funding faces uncertainty as new study reveals 70% of revenue streams not guaranteed (WXYZ, 12/4/25) Michigan road funding policies create uncertainty, funds may not materialize (WWMT, 12/4/25) New analysis warns Michigan’s 2025 road funding deal may
Membership

Stolen Equipment Notice

MITA has been notified of the following piece of stolen equipment. Please be on the lookout and share this information with your crews and contacts: Equipment: Concrete Saw, Trailer, and Blades Make/Model: Husqvarna 9900 Flat Saw Style: Concrete Saw Year: 2016 Color: Orange Trailer Details: One (1) axle Plate #:
Safety

Train Smarter, Work Safer: MITA’s Training Events Are Coming!

Get your team ready for a safer, stronger year with MITA’s upcoming in-person training programs! OSHA 30 – January 27, 2026 – January 30, 2026    Build the safety leadership skills your team needs with MITA’s comprehensive OSHA 30 Training. Over four days, participants will delve into essential construction safety
Engineering

MDOT Announces SBP Goal Setting Pilots

The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) has announced they will be piloting an expanded Small Business Program (SBP) that applies an SBP goal to a select number of items. Click here to view MDOT’s Contractor Announcement on their SBP Goal Setting Pilot. Click here for more information on MDOT’s SBP,
Engineering, MDOT

MDOT’s Updated Buy America Build America (BABA) Special Provisions

Since the MITA BABA Industry Review bulletin sent to the membership on September 18th, 2025, MDOT has worked with FHWA to re-establish a de-minimis clause. FHWA’s position is that any de-minimis amount is based on all projects/contracts included in any one National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review/decision. Therefore, effective with
MDOT

11/18/25 Update – MDOT FY 2026 Transportation Program Announced

Update: MDOT has confirmed that the 5-Year Plan they recently presented to the State Transportation Commission (STC) for approval on November 6, 2025, does not include the funding additions included in the recently passed FY 2026 state budget. MITA is currently working with the state budget office, treasury departments and
Membership

Keep Your MITA Information Current!

Employees move, retire, and new team members join — ensure your company information and contacts are up to date. Keeping your details current ensures accuracy in both our internal database and the MITA Membership Directory. Act now! Contact Sarah Alex at sarahalex@thinkmita.org to request a copy of the information and
Membership

Having Trouble Opening the MITA Directory App?

Some members have reported seeing a “spinning wheel” or the app not loading properly. This is due to recent upgrades and bug fixes. Please follow the steps below to resolve the issue and make sure you have the latest version of the directory data. Step 1: Delete the App *