# Maryland DOT Advances Transportation Projects

The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) is actively advancing its Draft Consolidated Transportation Program (CTP) for Fiscal Years 2027-2032, outlining a comprehensive $21.9 billion six-year capital budget focused on safety, maintenance, and economic growth across the state. Recent statewide tour meetings in Garrett, Washington, and Allegany counties have detailed multiple infrastructure projects including major bridge rehabilitations, highway widening, transit system upgrades, and airport improvements supported by federal and state grants. Key projects include a $24 million US 40 bridge rebuild, a $17.5 million MD 51 bridge replacement, and a $2.8 million federally funded transit maintenance facility design. The final CTP submission to the Maryland Legislature is scheduled for January 2027, with ongoing discussions emphasizing funding challenges due to rising operating costs and the need for sustainable revenue sources.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the significant capital investment planned across multiple transportation modes, presenting opportunities for contractors in bridge construction, transit system upgrades, and airport infrastructure.
- The inclusion of federally funded grants and state budget allocations indicates a multi-source funding environment requiring compliance with both federal and state procurement regulations.
- Organizations should prepare for upcoming solicitations related to major capital projects such as Interstate 81 widening and transit fleet modernization, with advertisement phases beginning as early as fall 2026.
- Stakeholders may benefit from engaging with MDOT and local agencies during the legislative approval process to understand evolving funding priorities and project scopes.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Transportation, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 19, 2026

### Government Entities
- Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)
- State Highway Administration
- Maryland Transit Administration (MTA)
- Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA)
- Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA)

### Key Quotes
> Visiting each county in Maryland and Baltimore City to discuss the State’s transportation system with residents and elected officials is an invaluable part of the budgetary process.
> — Katie Thomson, Maryland Transportation Secretary

### Sources
- [Maryland Department of Transportation Visits Garrett County as Part of Statewide Transportation Tour - MDOT](https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/newsroomdetails.aspx?newsId=1095&PageId=38) - MDOT
- [2026 MDOT CTP Tour Meeting - Washington County](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snHuUg1aOHw) - Washington County, MD Board of County Commissioners
- [Maryland Department of Transportation Visits Washington and Allegany Counties as Part of Statewide Transportation Tour - MDOT](https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/newsroomdetails.aspx?newsId=1094&PageId=38) - MDOT