# Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Technical Advisory Committee 2026-08-17

The Bismarck-Mandan Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Technical Advisory Committee met on August 17, 2026, to discuss several procurement and project updates related to regional transportation planning. Key procurement discussions included approval of an addendum to the ATAC master agreement to add three additional Mandan signalized intersections for traffic data collection at a total cost of $9,828, with the MPO covering 80% of the cost. The committee also adopted the 2027-2028 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) with clarifications but no changes to funding totals. An update was provided on the Traffic Data Collection and Analysis RFP, which received six proposals for a project budgeted at $37,000; interviews were scheduled for late August to early September. Additionally, updates were given on various roadway projects funded federally and locally, including bridge replacements, street reconstructions, and safety improvements. The committee also discussed upcoming contract negotiations and kickoff for a passenger rail station siting study. Motions to approve procurement-related items were passed unanimously, reflecting ongoing capital improvement and data collection efforts to support regional transportation planning.

**Industries:** Transportation, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** August 17, 2026