MLS NEXT Pro Proposed New Multi-Use Soccer Stadium, Phase 2 Preliminary Design

In March 2024, the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) Board of Directors approved a request from the Maryland Department of Commerce (DOC) for the MSA to manage a phase 2 preliminary design effort for a proposed new multi-use soccer stadium to be operated by DC United. The phase 1, MLS NEXT Pro Proposed New Multi-Use Soccer Stadium Business Advisory Services study was completed in December 2023. The scope of the preliminary design will include site analysis, conceptual design, budget analysis and due diligence for two identified sites, Carroll Park and Swann Park, located in the City of Baltimore. The estimated cost for the study is $450,000.00 and will be funded as follows:

• DC United:$225,000
• DOC: $100,000
• City of Baltimore: $100,000
• MSA: $25,000

In August 2024, the MSA Board approved the amended preliminary design effort that identified a new location on the South Baltimore Peninsula to be evaluated in place of Swann Park. In September 2024, the amended agreement, which formalizes MSA’s relationship and expected role in the project, was reviewed and approved by the Secretary of the DOC. The DOC and MSA agree that the additional costs incurred due to the modification of this effort are estimated to be $40,000.00. The $450,000.00 cost for the preliminary design will be increased to $490,000.00. The DOC will fully fund the additional $40,000.00 cost. The updated estimated cost for the study will be funded as follows:

• DC United:$225,000
• DOC: $140,000
• City of Baltimore: $100,000
• MSA: $25,000

In May 2025, the MSA is pleased to publish the requested preliminary design report for the proposed MLS NEXT Pro Multi-Use Soccer Stadium. Moody Nolan, selected as the prime architect, provided design and engineering services. Rider Levett Bucknell provided cost of construction estimating services under contract with Moody Nolan.

MSA - MLS NEXT Pro Multi-Use Soccer Stadium - Preliminary Design Report 
A. Existing Conditions Site Exhibits
B. Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessments
C. Phase 1A Archaeological Assessments
D. Preliminary Geotechnical Reports
E. Transportation Analysis Results and Mitigation
F. Programming
G. Preliminary Design Concept Diagrams
H. Cost Estimate and Construction Schedule
I. MLS Next Pro Soccer Stadium Estimated Cost of Design and Construction 

MSA’s role in managing studies is to provide unbiased and objective analysis which provides information to local officials to assist in the decision-making process about investment and benefits for their communities and constituents.