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The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) intends on using a two-phase procurement process to select a contractor to deliver a project to remove 5 existing toll booths and install 5 new toll booths, as well as other improvements, along eastbound I-94 on the Blue Water Bridge Plaza. MDOT plans to
As we begin to reopen a large part of the economy that was shuttered during the height of the COVID-19 crisis, there are still significant health measures and safety restrictions that will be around for some time. One of those is a firm restriction on the number of people who
MITA is now taking pre-orders for posters which offer guidance to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus in offices and on job sites. The posters are available in two sizes: 12” x 18” printed on waterproof, tear-proof vinyl or 32” x 48” printed on a more heavy-duty material
Virtual Hiring Fair Week has arrived! On Thursday, June 4th, MITA and partners will host two virtual hiring fairs for individuals looking for a career in the heavy/highway construction industry. 10:00 a.m. – Southern Michigan Click here for the Zoom webinar link. 1:00 p.m. – Northern Michigan Click here for the Zoom webinar link.
After careful thought and consideration, MITA has decided to cancel this year’s Summer Conference at Crystal Mountain, which was scheduled for July 22-July 27, 2020 and has now been rescheduled at that location for July 27-31, 2022. It was brought to our attention that several member firms are currently prohibiting
The Secretary of State announced that beginning Monday, June 1, branch offices will be open for transactions not able to be completed online, but by appointment only. Beginning the week of June 1, all 131 offices will be open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for appointment-only services. Transactions
MDOT e-Proposal application was updated May 27, 2020 to include the fixes listed below. Users will need to clear their internet cache (click here for instructions) in order for all fixes to display correctly. Resolved Issues: • Large file downloads (internet browser cache must be cleared to see this fix)
MEMORANDUM TO: Union Contractors FROM: Michael A. Nystrom, Executive Vice President/Secretary DATE: May 27, 2020 RE: Union Agreement Wage Rate Updates Effective June 1, 2020 This is a reminder that in accordance with the current Union Agreements between MITA and the Unions below, the following updates will become effective
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Boddy, co-owner of Boddy Construction, a MITA member. Dave passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 in Gainesville, Florida, after a battle with gastric cancer. He is survived by his wife, Christine; two children: Daniel (Amy) Boddy and
Jack Lehman rests after a long fight to hold back the rising food waters of the Tittabawasee River at his home near Freeland on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. His son Jim rests on a tool and stares helplessly at the rising waters in the background. Lehman owns a small nursery
MITA, in collaboration with MDOT and other organizations, is offering an opportunity for your company to be a part of a Virtual Hiring Fair. We are requesting that companies sign up by Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. by clicking here. Companies will have the opportunity to introduce the work
Acting upon a MITA suggestion, MDOT will lower the percent of the original contract amount the prime contractor is required to self-perform with its own organization. Subsection 108.01, of the 2012 Standard Specifications for Construction, currently requires that the prime contractor self-perform work amounting to at least 40% of the
