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From Mark Van Port Fleet, MDOT chief operations officer: I am pleased to announce that Matt Chynoweth has accepted a new position as the director of the Bureau of Bridges and Structures. He is a graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering, and Wayne
MDOT has announced that they are updating their e-Proposal website with a more modern look. The information provided will be the same, but accessing and navigating the website will be different. These changes will take place on September 7, 2017. All e-Proposal users will need to ensure they have a
MDOT has announced that they are updating their Progress Schedule (Form 1130) requirements. Effective with the November 3, 2017 letting, all Progress Schedule submittals must occur after project award. This change was requested by the Federal Highway Administration to ensure that negotiations do not occur prior to project award. The
What a difference a couple of weeks can make. During the MITA summer conference, we reported to the Board of Directors that electronic reporting of OSHA logs (300, 300A and 301) of high hazard industries like ours will be required to be done on OSHA’s website. The electronic reporting rule
The heavy construction industry for decades has raised concerns about the regulatory burdens that federal, state and local governments have inflicted upon construction companies and consultants for infrastructure construction projects. Earlier this week, President Trump signed an executive order eliminating many federal regulations for such projects. Armed with a lengthy
Last November MDOT changed the prequalification application submittal process from a “hard copy” submittal to an electronic submittal where the application and all required documentation must be submitted via e-mail. To view the **Contractor Announcement** about this enhancement click here. As stated in the Contractor Announcement this e-mail submittal process
MEMORANDUM TO: MITA Members FROM: Mike Nystrom, Executive Vice President RE: City of Detroit Bulk Solid Material Ordianance DATE: July 10, 2017 Many of our members have done business in the city of Detroit for over 100 years. We have employed citizens of Detroit, and we have invested in the
In an effort to reduce commercial vehicle crashes and deaths, Michigan State Police (MSP) motor carrier officers are participating in a summer long enforcement operation dubbed ‘Summer of Semi Safe D.’ Special attention will be paid to semi-tractor trailers as they were involved in 72 percent of the 2016 deadly
MITA will host a Wage and Labor Compliance Payroll Preparation Workshop on July 20, 2017 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the MITA Building. Lunch will be included. There is no fee for this workshop so make sure to reserve your spot for this important training opportunity that will
Starting with the Fall 2017 Cross-Section Magazine, MITA will be recognizing member anniversaries with commemorative advertisements. All MITA members are welcome to purchase ads to congratulate companies on their milestone achievements. The following companies will be honored in the Fall 2017 Cross-Section Magazine: Hoffman Brothers, Inc. (celebrating 70
State Police Motor Carrier Officers Participating in Annual Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Operation
Beginning today, motor carrier officers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVED) will be conducting inspections at weigh station facilities and in rest area locations throughout the state with a focus on ensuring commercial motor vehicle cargo is properly secured. Running through Thursday, June 8, the
Infrastructure Fund Sees $35 Million In State Budget As budget negotiations wind down between legislative leaders and the governor, the Michigan Infrastructure Fund (MIF) will see $35 million for fiscal years 2017 – 2018. Governor Rick Snyder had recommended $20 million for the fund earlier in the year, however, the
