Tutor-Perini will lead construction of 14 miles of new toll lanes on congested D.C. suburban highway and rebuild of a 60-year old Potomac River crossing.
Senate consideration of the proposal included in a stopgap spending bill was a condition the West Virginia Democrat won for his support of the $369B climate funding package President Joe Biden signed in August.
While highway funding and formula-distributed funds in the Infrastructure Act have gotten good reviews, Republicans find fault with how FHWA is carrying out discretionary programs.
Removal of upstate city's legacy highway structure passed a key milestone with shortlisted teams submitting proposals on Sept. 16 for the estimated $232-million first contract.