Jun 2, 2010 | Engineering
After several months of negotiations, MITA has been successful in gaining the approval of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) for the nighttime movement of over length milling equipment. On June 11, 2010, a one-year MDOT pilot program for nighttime...
Apr 21, 2010 | Engineering
As we have advised you in the past to beware, recently several MITA members have received what appears to be official letters (and emails) from the USDOT requesting specific bank account information. Although they are very official looking on USDOT Procurement Office...
Apr 21, 2010 | Engineering
To ensure quick and efficient processing of your dig request, MISS DIG has requested that contractors utilize their Remote Ticket Entry system. This system allows users to enter dig ticket requests online 24/7 (without waiting for assistance), print copies of...
Apr 20, 2010 | Engineering
MITA was recently informed that the FHWA will be performing project reviews during the 2010 construction season focusing on the following: •Ensuring MDOT has adequate project staffing •Appropriate work zone traffic control measures are being applied •Project meets all...
Mar 29, 2010 | Engineering
“Item Number 1004 032” in the April 2nd Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) letting will be included in a new DBE Solicitation Blue Sheet at Time of Bid Pilot Process. The primary intent of this second DBE solicitation pilot process is to access the pre-bid...
Mar 4, 2010 | Engineering
This bulletin will serve as MITA’s annual reminder to our contractor members of the issue of tax liability on construction materials that are being incorporated in projects of tax-exempt owners. Contractors performing work for public agencies, churches and schools are...