2007 Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction

General Style Voice & Mood

The 2007 Specifications are written in the active voice and imperative mood for instructions to the Contractor. Traditional style was in passive voice: Concrete shall be thoroughly consolidated against the faces of all forms and joints, including concrete in a previously constructed lane of pavement, by means of vibrators inserted in the concrete. New style all commands are written to the Contractor: Consolidate concrete against all form faces, joints, and previously constructed pavement using insertion type vibrators.

General Style Voice & Mood

Where action or responsibility is for the Department, the specification will be written in the active voice and will specifically name the Department.
Within 20 days, the Department will notify the Contractor if revisions to the foundation lengths and installation procedures will be made based on the results of the load tests.

Statements of fact are written using the indicative mood.

The Project Limits are shown on the key sheet.

2007 Table of Contents

Division 100 General Provisions

Division 150 Contract Requirements

Division 200 Earthwork Division 300 Subbase & Base Courses Division 400 Pavements

Division 450 Pavement Rehabilitation

Division 500 Bridges and Structures

Division 550 Structure Rehabilitation

Division 600 Miscellaneous Construction

Division 650 Utilities

Division 700 Electrical Division 800 Landscaping Division 900 Materials

Division 1000 Equipment

General Style Format

Standard four part format for Div 200 to 800
###.01 Description ###.02 Materials & Equipment ###.03 Construction ###.04 Measurement & Payment

General Style Scope of Work

109.02 The Department will make payment for the elements of work described under the Construction or Procedure subsection under the corresponding Item in the Measurement and Payment Subsection. The Department will not make additional or separate payment for work or portion of work unless specifically provided for in the Method and Measurement Subsection.

Division 100
101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 General Information Bidding Requirements and Conditions Award and Execution Scope of Work Control of Work Control of Material Legal Relations Prosecution and Completion Measurement and Payment

Section 101.03

Terms

If the term is capitalized, it is capitalized in the Specifications Change Order term replaces Construction Order in keeping with common usage. Contract includes permits, boring logs, pavement core records Extra Work - New Work and quantity adjustments to Items that are not the result of as-built measurement or calculation. New Work - work directed by the Department that is not covered under an existing Item or combination of Items in the Contract. Field Order - Written direction, signed by the RE, requiring action by the Contractor. ME Materials Engineer RE replaces Resident Engineer

Section 102

Bidding Requirements

Electronic Bidding part of Standard Specifications

Section 103.05

Escrow of Bid Documents

Escrow of bid documents by Contractor is optional. However, escrow is required to pursue certain costs under 104.03. Information in bid documents does not modify the Contract. custody agreement provided by the Department The Department may access the escrowed bid documents with the Contractors written authorization

Section 104.02

Value Engineering

The Department will not consider anticipated cost savings based on revisions to utility relocations or other work to be performed by Others. The Contractor is responsible to obtain the concurrence of Utilities, property owners, governing bodies, and agencies for any work affected by the VE proposal. The Department has the right to reject VE proposals that may increase the time or cost of work done by Others.

Section 104.02

Value Engineering (Continued)

The Department will not use the value of cost savings for road user costs, or for the Departments construction engineering costs. Payment includes all costs for the VE including unanticipated quantity increases or unanticipated work arising out of the VE.

Section 104.03

Change Orders

Protests to Change Orders - A protest is not a substitute for notice as specified in 104.03.04. A protest is notice that the terms and conditions for proposed work are not in accordance with the Contract, quantity adjustments are incorrect, or that the modification for Contract Time is incorrect. For Change Orders that require the Contractors assent (Supplementary Agreements), if the Department processes the Change Order within 15 days of receiving the Contractors signature, the Contractor is barred from protesting the approved Change Order. If the Contractor does not protest the order with a specific reason, it can not be the basis of a claim.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

Quantity Increases/Decreases Bid prices hold only for increases and decreases that are within 25% of proposal quantity. Outside that, prices may be renegotiated. Proposal quantity does not include quantities designated on the Plans as if and where directed. For minor changes (those 25%) payment is made at the bid price.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

For major increases (those >25% ) Either the Dept or the Contractor may request to renegotiate the price for the quantity in excess of 125% of the Proposal Qty. For items measured by the unit we wont negotiate a fraction of the unit. If price can not be mutually agreed upon price determined by Force Account.

Section 104.03.03
EXAMPLE #1:

Changes

Proposal calls for 1,000 LF of curb and 200 LF were designated as IWD. A COP increases the item by 500 LF. Proposal Qty = 1,000 200 = 800 LF First 25%, 200 LF, performed at bid price Excess >125%, 300 LF, performed at re-negotiated price.

Section 104.03.03
EXAMPLE #2:

Changes

Proposal calls for 5 Units of Inlets, Type B. A COP increases the item by 2 Units. The first unit is < 25% and is performed at bid price. For the second unit, since it exceeds 25%, the entire second unit is eligible for renegotiation.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

For major decreases (those >25% ) Either the Dept or the Contractor may request to renegotiate the price for the quantity of work performed. If price can not be mutually agreed upon price determined by Force Account. However, the Department wont pay an amount of more than 75 percent of the original value of the item (bid price multiplied by the Proposal quantity)

Section 104.03.03

Changes

The Department will consider costs attributed to the item which are allocations for work for which no Item is provided in the Contract if the Contractor has escrowed its bid documents as specified in 103.05. The Department will not make payment for lost anticipated profits.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

If the cost difference for the renegotiated qty is less than $5,000 - payment will be made at the bid price.

Section 104.03.03
EXAMPLE #3:

Changes

Proposal calls for 5,000 CY of DGABC at $10/CY. A COP decreases the item by 3,000 LF. The remaining 2,000 CY is eligible for renegotiation. However, the total cost can not exceed 75% x 5,000 x $10 = $37,500 (or $18.75/CY)

Section 104.03.03

Changes

If a major change results in a renegotiated price, the RE will determine the locations of which work is to be performed at the renegotiated price and which locations of work is performed at the bid price. Subsequent increases in quantities are performed at the renegotiated price. However if subsequent increases exceed 25% of the Proposal Qty and 25% of the adjusted qty, the prices may be re-renegotiated. When the locations of the work to be performed at a renegotiated price are established, subsequent decreases in quantities of work at the bid price will not affect the quantity of work at the renegotiated price.

Section 104.03.03
EXAMPLE #4:

Changes

The Proposal calls for 800 LF of Beam Guide Rail. A COP increases the quantity 450 LF to 1,250 LF. 200 LF of the increases is paid at the bid price, $PB1 and 250 LF is paid at a renegotiated price $PR1. A subsequent COP further increases the quantity 300 LF to 1,550 LF. 200 LF is paid at the renegotiated price $ PR1, , and 100 LF would be eligible for a second renegotiated price $ PR2 Because it exceeds 25% of the Proposal (300 > 25% x 800= 200) and 25% of the quantity at the established price for $PB1 (300 > 25% x 250).

Section 104.03.03
EXAMPLE #5:

Changes

The Proposal calls for 800 LF of Beam Guide Rail. A COP increases the quantity 450 LF to 1,250 LF. 200 LF of the increases is paid at the bid price, $PB1.and 250 LF is paid at a renegotiated price $PR.. The Change Order will note the location(s) for the quantity being paid at $PR. If a subsequent COP decreases the item by 300 LF. The quantity designated to be paid at $PR1 is not effected even thought the overall qty is now less than 125% of the Proposal. It is still paid at the renegotiated price. The quantity is only effected if the COP specifically decreases.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

For Deleted work If the Contractor ordered materials before notification of the decrease, the Department will make payment for material costs or restocking costs. Material must be acceptable to be eligible (approved source and meets materials requirements). Does not apply to quantities listed as IWD. No profit applied to cost Total payment may not exceed the bid price multiplied by the deleted quantity.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

When the entire quantity of an item is designated as IWD: Quantity increases must be more then 100% of Proposal to be eligible for renegotiation of the price. Quantity decreases quantity will be paid at bid price. Not eligible for renegotiation.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

Changes in the character of work

Efficiencies or inefficiencies resulting from minor increases or decreases in quantities of work are not a change in the character of work. Modification (+/-) is made for the difference between what the actual cost to perform the work of the Item or portion thereof involved would have been if there were no change

Section 104.03.03

Changes

Differing Site Conditions - replaces old 108.09 Unusual Site Conditions Follows federal claims language for Type 1 and Type 2 Differing Site Conditions Type 1 is when a subsurface or latent condition differs from that specified in the Contract. Type 2 is when unusable conditions are encountered that differ from those ordinarily encountered/ inherent in the work.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

Differing Site Condition claims must meet threshold to qualify for payment:

Contracts $2M Contracts >$2M

> $5,000 > $25,000

Threshold is not a deductible. Department will pay for entire amount due if met. the Department will consider the cumulative total value for the same condition encountered multiple times on a project as meeting the requirements.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

Constructive Acceleration Excusable compensable delay which the Department improperly rejected notice requesting an extension of time. (Must have an approved progress schedule.) Payment may not exceed the cost of liquidated damages saved. Must submit acceleration plan to the RE.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

Inefficiencies If the source of the loss of productivity cannot be isolated and priced separately, the Department will consider making payment based on a Measured Mile analysis.

Section 104.03.03

Changes

Delays Time adjusted as specified in 108.11 Delay damages as specified in 104.03.09

Section 104.03.04

Notice

Immediately provide written notice when circumstances are believed to be a change to the Contract. If notice is not provided on a DC-161, it must contain:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

A statement that this is a notice of a change. The date when the circumstances were discovered. A detailed and specific statement describing the nature and circumstances of the change. If the change will or could affect costs to the Department. If the change will or could affect Contract Time

Section 104.03.04

Notice

The Department will not make payment for costs incurred prior to providing the RE notice.

Section 104.03.05

Unrecoverable Costs

Loss of anticipated profits Consequential damages Expense related to claim preparation and submission, attorneys fees and litigation expenses Interest Reimbursement for home office overhead in excess of that provided by the Contract

Section 104.03.06

Unacceptable Calculations

Total Cost Method - Method based on calculating costs as the difference between the Contractors bid for the Work from the Contractors calculation of costs for the Work. Modified Total Cost Method Productivity Factors Eichleay Formula

Section 104.03.07

Tracking Costs

On a daily basis, submit for review by the RE a daily work report for the work involved in the force account or claim

Section 104.03.08

Force Account

Indirect Labor Costs - FICA, Workers Comp, Federal and State unemployment insurance and other payroll taxes paid on direct labor costs Extraordinary Expenses -permit and disposal fees, if approved before incurring the cost and evidenced by paid invoices Equipment paid at 80% of Blue Book rate for any 30-day period, limit the total amount paid to a maximum of 80% of the monthly rate operating cost paid only when equipment is active Idle time limited to 8 hours/day, and 176 hrs/30 day period

Section 104.03.08

Force Account

Overhead - allowance is full compensation for the Contractors field and home office overhead Subcontractors 5% markup on total subcontractor cost. However may not exceed $5,000.

Section 104.03.09

Delay Damages

Non-productive Activity Labor/forepersons that must remain on site for the period of the delay Labor for maintenance within the Project Limits, maintenance of traffic control devices, maintenance of SESC measures, and similar activities resulting from the delay

Section 104.03.09

Delay Damages

Contractor field office if the extension of time is for more than one month, the Department will make payment for the costs to maintain the Contractors field office, as evidenced by paid invoices No Profit on damage costs Overhead 15% applied to direct labor and benefits. Full payment for field and home office overhead and general superintendence.

Section 104.03.09
Labor Escalation

Delay Damages

As the result of the delay, an activity, which had a planned late-finish date occurring before a labor rate increase date, is required to start after the labor rate increase date The Department will pay for the resulting cost difference (direct labor, benefits, indirect costs) Profit 10% on direct labor and benefits Overhead no additional overhead

Section 104.03.09

Delay Damages

Material Escalation If the delay forces the Contractor to purchase material when material costs are higher than the cost of material would have been for the planned late-finish dates or if the Contractor incurs additional storage costs as a result of the delay The Department will pay for the resulting cost difference Department will not make payment for quantities in excess of the amount necessary for construction, except where lesser quantities cannot be economically purchased and the excess has no significant reuse value Profit and Overhead applied

Section 104.03.09

Delay Damages

From the total value of delay damages, when the Total Adjusted Contract Price cost is greater than the Total Contract Price, the Department will deduct the amount of 10 percent applied to the difference between the Total Adjusted Contract Price and the Total Contract Price If this deduction is greater than the total value of delay damages, the Department is not due a credit

Section 105.01

RE

Assign every correspondence/RFI/Change Notice (claim) sent to the Department a unique correspondence serial number The RE will decide questions that arise concerning the following: 1. Quality and acceptability of the work. 2. Progress of the Work. 3. Interpretation of the Contract. 4. Modifications to the Contract. 5. The percentage for partial payments made in Estimates, as specified in 109.05.

Section 105.01

RE

The RE has the authority to suspend the Work wholly or in part and to suspend Estimates

for failure of the Contractor to correct conditions unsafe for the workers or the general public, for failure to carry out provisions of the Contract, or for failure to comply with RE direction. unsuitable weather, for conditions considered unsuitable for the prosecution of the work, or for any other condition or reason deemed to be in the interest of the public.

The RE also has the authority to suspend the Work wholly or in part for

Section 105.02

Inspection

Provide safe access for inspection to all parts of the Work. Provide the necessary assistance, including but not limited to traffic control, lighting, and scaffolding in order to allow a complete and detailed inspection. Provisions for un-inspected work Neither the observations of the RE in the administration of the Contract, nor inspections, tests, or approvals relieve the Contractor from its obligation to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract.

Section 105.05

Working Drawings

Table is provided for which drawings are certified and which are submitted for approval Not permitted to change the Contract by submission of a working drawing The Departments certification or approval of working drawings signifies only that the drawings are in general conformance with the Contract. It does not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for errors and omissions and their correction Do not deviate from the approved, certified, or conditionally certified working drawings without obtaining prior written approval from the RE.

Section 105.07

Utilities

Contractor required to send all Utilities within the project limits an initial notice when beginning construction operations. Contractor required to provide protection of Utility facilities as required by Utility Work by Utilities the contractor is responsible for providing the Utility with advance notice as required in Special Provisions and for coordinating the work performed by the Utilities.

Section 105.08

Environmental Protection

Do not use treated timber products in shellfish areas and other environmentally sensitive. Before using treated timber products in areas other than those specified in the Contract, obtain the Department's approval.

Section 105.09

Load Restrictions

If the RE finds that trucks are in violation of the legal weight limits, the RE has the right to reject that load of material. The RE has the right to suspend the Work for repeated violations until the condition is corrected

Section 106.01

Source of Supply

When required by the Contract, use only products and suppliers listed on the QPL. Material Questionnaire required for all materials (QPL is not a substitute for approval).

Section 106.05

Materials Inspections

Submit to the RE a request for HMA plant and field inspection, concrete plant and field inspection, and in-place testing for soil aggregate by 1:00 p.m. of the day before the requested inspection If the start time for a material delivery is delayed by more than 2 hours, the Department has the right to cancel the request, and require the Contractor to submit a new request.

Section 106.09

Proprietary Items

If material or equipment is specified in the Contract by using the name of a proprietary item or the name of a particular supplier, the Contractor may propose a substitute except when the Special Provisions state that no substitution is permitted

Section 107.01.02

Permits Licenses

The Department will recover from the Contractor, fines levied against the Department that arise out of the Contractors non-compliance.

Section 108.01

Subcontracting

Requirement for subcontractor prequalification with NJDOT procurement eliminated. Technical qualifications can still be identified with the Special Provisions

Section 108.02

Commencement of Work

Before starting construction operations, submit

Insurance Superintendent, Environmental manager, Traffic Control Coordinator, Safety Officer Safety Program Progress Schedule

21 day notice prior to starting construction operations When a Construction Activity Stormwater General Permit (NJG0088323) is specified, the Contractor may not perform land disturbance activities until 35 days after the submission of the Request for Authorization Form to the Department

Section 108.03

Daily Communication

Every week, provide a schedule of proposed work Include work items/locations/hours to be worked Confirm proposed work at the beginning of each day Dont perform work without providing notice 72 hour notice before changing work shifts or returning to work after a shutdown >72 hours

Section 108.06

Night Operations

Some general sections of old Section 617 moved to Section 108 Table of required illuminance changes:

Milling/paving changed from 5 fc to 10 fc but area changed from +/-200 ft to +/-25 ft (+ 10 ft on sides) HMA roller changed from 5 fc to 10 fc, but area changed from +/-100 ft to +/-25 ft (+10 ft on sides) Traffic Control added 5 fc for lighting on task Traffic Director added 5 fc for +/-25 ft

Workers must wear a safety vest meeting ANSI/ISEA Class 3, Level 2 standards

Section 108.07.01

Interference

The RE has the right to reject or rescind approval of lane or shoulder closures because of the following:
1. Weather conditions. 2. The closure is unnecessary to perform the work. 3. Emergency conditions either on or off the Project that result in an unacceptable impact to the traveling public.

The Department will only make payment for delays or costs arising from the REs rejecting or rescinding of lane or shoulder closure resulting from emergency conditions.

Section 108.08

Lane Occupancy Charges

The Department will waive the charge where a lane or lanes are not re-opened solely because of extraordinary circumstances not under the control of or reasonably foreseeable by the Contractor. Equipment breakdowns, supplier deliveries, and weather related hindrances are not extraordinary, circumstances. However, the Department has the right to assess a charge for any period of time that a lane or lanes are closed beyond the reasonable period of time needed to open the lane closed due to an extraordinary circumstance.

Section 108.09

Maintenance within Project Limits

Project Limits (area) defined in 101.03 Contractors maintenance responsibilities for Project Limits:
Picking up and disposing of trash and debris Keeping the roadway clear of dust, soil Maintaining a safe and unobstructed passageway through the construction area including escape ramps at the edges of pavement. Maintaining surface drainage Removal of ice and snow from bridge sidewalks open to pedestrian access.

Provide for maintenance and repairs beyond the Project Limits for reasonable continuance to restore the required functional operation of systems that are impacted within the Project Limits such as drainage and electrical

Section 108.11

Modifications to Contract Time

Department will only grant an extension of time for an excusable delay

delays work on the critical path beyond the Contract Time using the approved progress schedule that is current at the time the delay occurred

Section 108.11

Modifications to Contract Time

Extensions of time or delay damages wont be made unless progress schedule and updates are current

Section 108.11

Modifications to Contract Time

Types of delays
non-excusable Excusable, non-compensable

Utility delays Extreme weather Cataclysms Sovereign acts of the State War Labor disputes Material shortages

Excusable, compensable Concurrent delays

Section 108.11

Modifications to Contract Time

Utility delays: when the actual duration to complete the utility work is more than 30 percent greater than the estimated duration specified in 105.07.02. The duration includes both the advance notice and the completion of the work by the Utility Extreme weather: if work on the controlling activity on the critical path is delayed due to weather and the cumulative delay due to weather each month exceeds the number of days specified in Table 108.11.01-1 . Must submit daily documentation to the RE as it occurs.

Section 108.11

Modifications to Contract Time

If excusable noncompensable delays exceed 180 days, the time in excess of 180 days will be excusable, compensable. Concurrent Delays

When an excusable, non-compensable delay is concurrent with an excusable, compensable delay, the Department will grant an extension of Contract Time but will not make payment for delay damages. When a non-excusable delay is concurrent with an excusable delay, the Department will not grant an extension of Contract Time or make payment for delay damages.

Section 108.11

Modifications to Contract Time

Time Impact Evaluation requirements moved to 108.11

Section 108.12

Right of Way Restrictions

Time limitations will be noted for temporary easements. Schedule the Work to accommodate the time limitations If the Contractor needs to occupy a temporary easement beyond the time period provided provide a written request to the RE at least 15 days before the time period expires. Do not enter or continue to occupy the easement or parcel unless approved by the RE.

Section 108.17

Interim Completion

When Special Provisions provide an interim completion milestone notify the RE upon completion.

Section 109.01

Measurement and Payment

Measured Items vs. Proposal Items. The Department will designate Items as Measured Items or as Proposal Items by having a suffix of P or M in the Item number. The Department will not measure quantities for Proposal Items, except quantities designated on the Plans as if and where directed, for payment. The Department will measure quantities for Proposal Items that are designated on the plans as if and where directed for payment when the RE directs work using the if and where directed quantity. When the Department, at the request of the Contractor, measures a quantity of a Proposal Item, and the difference between the quantity measured and the Contract quantity is 10 % of the Proposal quantity, the Department will deduct $500.

Section 109.01

Measurement and Payment

For measured quantities, the Department will measure to the significant figure as specified in Table 109.01-1
<$50 Between $50 and $500
>$500

nearest whole unit nearest 1/10 unit

nearest 1/100 unit

Section 109.03

Force Account

Force Account cost summary submitted to RE in an electronic format provided by the Department Certification stating All costs submitted have been incurred as a result of the force account, and all vendor invoices have been paid.

Section 109.05

Estimates

Minimum value needed for an estimate to be processed raised to $5,000 Receipt of certification of payment to subcontractors (DL-72) initiates 20-day approval period under N.J.S.A. 2A:30A-1. The Department will not accept the certification before being requested by the RE.

Division 150 Contract Requirements

151 Performance Bond and Payment Bond 152 Insurance 153 Progress Schedule 154 Mobilization 155 Construction Field Office 156 Materials Field Laboratory and Curing Facility 157 Construction Layout and Monuments 158 Soil Erosion and Sediment Control and Water Quality Control 159 Traffic Control 160 Price Adjustments 161 Final Cleanup .

Section 152.03

Insurance

The Department will not consider the Work or any portion as put to its intended use until Acceptance underwritten by companies with a current A.M. Best rating of A- with a Financial Size Category of VII or better Deductibles for each policy are limited to $250,000 per occurrence Payment lesser of bid or actual cost at start of project w/ balance paid at end or contract

Section 152.03
Comprehensive General Liability

Insurance

Waiver of Subrogation for all claims and suits, including recovery of any applicable deductibles Severability of Interest/Separation of Insureds Per project aggregate Waiver of Subrogation for all claims and suits, including recovery of any applicable deductibles Severability of Interest/Separation of Insureds If construction operations requires marine operations, endorse to include US Longshore and Harbor Workers/Jones Act coverage no longer a separate pay item

Comprehensive Automobile Liability

Workers Compensation Marine Liability Insurance

Section 152.03
Railroad Protective Liability

Insurance

ensure Comprehensive General Liability policy is endorsed to provide for independent contractors coverage and deletes any exclusions applying to liability arising out of operations in proximity to railroad property Waiver of Subrogation for all claims and suits, including recovery of any applicable deductibles Severability of Interest/Separation of Insureds Will be required on all projects If the policy is written on an occurrence form, ensure it will remain in effect until Acceptance, and ensure that completed operations coverage is provided for a period of no less than 2 years after Acceptance. If the policy is written on a claims-made basis, ensure an Extended Reporting Provision coverage is maintained for a period of no less than 2 years after Acceptance

Pollution Liability Insurance

Section 152.03
Pollution Liability Insurance.

Insurance

Bodily injury and property damage to third parties. Natural resource damages. Environmental cleanup including restoration or replacement costs. Legal defense. Transportation of waste material by or on behalf of the Contractor away from the Project Limits. Disposal liability for pollution conditions on, at, under, or emanating from any disposal site, location or facility used by or on behalf of the Contractor for disposal of waste. Waiver of Subrogation for all claims and suits, including recovery of any applicable deductibles. Severability of Interest/Separation of Insureds.

Section 153.03 Progress Schedule

New/separate item for Progress Schedule Updates New item for Bar Chart Progress Schedule & Update item. If no schedule item provided- no schedule required

Section 153.03 Progress Schedule

CPM progress schedule Schedule must conform to DOT manual and DOT template Preliminary Schedule

Review/approval changed from 5 SBD to 14 days (and 7 days for re-reviews)

Section 153.03.02 Progress Schedule Updates

The RE will designate the due date for the first update (approximately 2 months following approval of baseline. Schedule review meeting 14 days prior to update due date provide information detailing actual start and actual finish dates of activities in progress during the previous 2 months Revise the logic to reflect the actual sequence of work Within 14 days of the review meeting submit the update RE will review/approve or reject within 14 days

Section 153.04

Payment

* Payment for mobilization is tied to approval of progress schedule If the Contractors update is not approved by the date of the progress meeting for the following update, the Department will assess liquidated damages to recover the Departments increased administrative costs Damages are :

First Missed Update Second consecutive Subsequent consecutive

$5,000 $10,000 $15,000

If updates come back into compliance, and then misses an update, damage goes back to value for first missed update

Section 155.03

Construction Field Office

Inspection equipment for work will be listed in special provisions Field office type will list required number of parking spaces.

Section 156.03

Materials Field Lab and Curing Facility

Curing Facility - Elimination of some office equipment phones, fax machine, file cabinets. Items for Nuclear Density Gauge/Flexural Beam Testing Equipment/ Concrete Testing Equipment

Section 157

Construction Layout

Before beginning construction operations, establish lines for ROW, easement, and other restrictions, such as boundaries for environmentally sensitive areas Provide layout for Utilities - ensure that relocated utility facilities do not conflict with proposed construction Set offset stakes at a maximum interval spacing of 50 feet. Where baselines have a radius of less than 475 feet, provide offset stakes at a maximum interval spacing of 25 feet. Provide grade sheets to the RE showing the cut or fill to the finished profile lines with reference to the offset stakes. Provide the RE with assistance as requested for verification of lines, grades, boundaries, dimensions, and elevations.

Section 157

Construction Layout

Elimination of Item Reset Monuments Elimination of Item Construction Stakes & Markers

Section 158

Soil Erosion Sediment Control

Submit original Environmental Compliance Check List and Inspection Form to the RE the same day as inspection Caution Fence name change for orange snow fence. Heavy Duty Silt Fence, Orange to be used in lieu of old heavy duty silt fence and snow fence

Section 158

Soil Erosion Sediment Control

Inlet Filter, Type 1 & Type 2 Type 1 wire/fabric Type 2 bag Concrete Washout System paid Lump Sum. Construction Driveway redressing w/ stone part of item Erosion Control Sediment Removal paid by CY

Section 159 Traffic Control

Traffic Control moved from 617 Item name changes:

Construction Barrier Curb Flashing Arrow Board Portable Variable Message Sign Temporary Crash Cushion Traffic Control Truck with Mounted Crash Cushions Channelizing Guide Posts

159.03.01

Traffic Control Coordinator

The TCC must also successfully complete an approved Traffic Coordinator refresher course every 2 years TCCs responsibilities detailed

159.03.02

Traffic Control Devices

Devices must meet an acceptable condition as described in the ATSSA guide Quality Standards for Work Zone Traffic Control Devices Place traffic control devices as directed to provide traffic control for Department personnel doing inspections, sampling, testing, and taking measurements required for the Project

159.03.02

Traffic Control Devices

Construction Barrier Curb criteria for acceptable barrier listed

Exposed steel at the connector flangeway. Exposed reinforcement steel. Cracking through the cross section. An area of concrete missing larger than a 3-inch by 3-inch right triangle. Debris in the keyway. Non-functioning anchor bolt holes. Non-functioning anchor rod hole. Paint applied to the surface. Objects protruding from the surface. Previous repairs.

159.03.02

Traffic Control Devices

Traffic Control Truck with Mounted Crash Cushion:

Provide the RE with a copy of the crash cushion manufacturers recommendations When used in a fixed position, place manual transmission vehicles in second gear and place automatic transmission vehicles in park. Ensure that the parking brake is set, and the wheels are turned to avoid rolling into active traffic lanes When using ballast, ensure that it is secured to the truck. Submit working drawings signed by a PE certifying the that it is capable of withstanding the impact forces for which the impact attenuator is rated

159.03.06

HMA Patch

RE may direct the Contractor to sawcut existing HMA pavement to the depth of the area to be repaired Apply polymerized joint adhesive or tack coat to the vertical surfaces of the openings

Section 159.03.08

Traffic Direction

Flagger (name change from Traffic Director) Police details on requesting police assistance

Section 160

Price Adjustments

Fuel Price and Asphalt Price Adjustment sections Fuel Price Adjustment some additional items added to list of eligible items.

Division 200 Earthwork

201 Clearing Site 202 Excavation 203 Embankment

Section 201 Clearing Site

Clearing Site, Bridge and Clearing Site, Structure - Submit a demolition plan detailing the methods and equipment to be used to the RE for approval 30 days before demolition operations

Section 201 Clearing Site

Changed Demolition Item.Now by Demolition # and Parcel # Changed Asbestos Removal Item.Now by Demolition # and Parcel # Constructing pipe plugs has been added to Clearing Site. Miscellaneous Concrete has been eliminated

Section 202 Excavation

Excavation items have been simplified into 3 Items:

Excavation, Unclassified. Excavation, Regulated (includes Regulated and Hazardous) Excavation, Acid Producing Soil.

There will no separate Items for foundation, road, rock, wet, bridge, channel, ditch etc. Changes to the Earthwork Summary (see Sample Plans) Blasting is allowed Presplitting is an Item

Section 202 Excavation

Temporarily Storing - Standard stockpiling spec. Measuring Elevation - RE will check elevations within the roadbed limits using a stringline drawn taut between contractor stakes. This is the standard grade check language referenced in other sections.

Section 202 Excavation

Removing Pavement Requires a full depth wet sawcut. 202.03.07 Reuse or Disposal of Excess Material A. Reuse. Can be placed into Embankment B. Disposal. Cannot be placed into Embankment These are the references for excess material

Section 203 Embankment

Zone designations have been eliminated.
I-7 = Zone 1 I-9 = Porous Fill & BEBF (under water) I-10 = BEBF I-11 = Zone 2 I-13 = Select Material I-14 = Zone 3 I-15 = MSE Select Material

Section 203 Embankment

Placing and Compacting Methods

End-Dumping Method Control Fill Method Directed Method (the default method) Density Control Method

Division 300 Subbase and Base Courses

301 Subbase 302 Aggregate Base Course 303 Asphalt Stabilized Drainage Course 304 Concrete Base Course 305 Rubblizing Concrete Pavement

Division 300 Subbase and Base Courses

Following were deleted from 300:

Road-Mixed Stabilization Plant-Mixed Stabilization Lime-Pozzolan Stabilized Base Course

Section 301 Subbase

Moved Subbase from 200 Before placing subbase, ensure that the subgrade has been graded and compacted to within a tolerance of 1/2 inch of the required elevation. The RE will check elevations of the roadbed subgrade as specified in 202.03.03.C.

Section 302

Aggregate Base Course

No major changes from old 301 section covering both Soil Aggregate I-5 and DGA (Dense Graded Aggregate) Base Courses. DGA is now the preferred base course throughout the state due to availability of recycled sources throughout the state.

Section 303

Asphalt-Stabilized Drainage Course

New standard specification based on the BSOG/ASOG specifications that have been used on project specific basis for the past 20+ years.

Section 304

Concrete Base Course

Follows the requirements for Concrete Surface Course except for ride quality.

Section 305

Rubblizing Concrete Pavement

New standard specification for rubblization which has been used on a project specific basis for the past few years. 2 types of breaking equipment

Resonant Multihead

Division 400 Pavements

401 Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) Courses 402 HMA Friction Course 403 Ultra-Thin Friction Course 404 Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) 405 Concrete Surface Course

Division 400 Pavements

Following were deleted from Division 400:
Aggregate Surface Course Bituminous Surface Treatment HMA Marshall mix designs (Mix I-2, I-4, etc.)

Section 401

Preparing Existing Pavement

Milling (No test strip required)

HMA MILLING, 3" OR LESS HMA MILLING, MORE THAN 3" TO 6 CONCRETE MILLING HMA PROFILE MILLING

Section 401

Tack Coat and Prime Coat

Tack Coat 64 added as a new item. This is PG 64-22 used as a tack coat.

Section 401

HMA Courses

HMA is specified in 2007 specifications (it is the same as Superpave) No Marshall Mix designs Using same nomenclature to define the mixes but the description has been moved to 902

HOT MIX ASPHALT 9.5 M 64 SURFACE COURSE HOT MIX ASPHALT 12.5 M 64 INTERMEDIATE COURSE HOT MIX ASPHALT 19 M 64 BASE COURSE

Section 401

HMA Courses

Paving Plan. At least 20 days before beginning placing the HMA surface course, submit a detailed plan of operation to the RE.

Section 401

HMA Courses

Requires use of MTV unless waived by Special Provisions Echelon Paving is standard not cold joint paving Ride quality specification uses IRI. Six sets of equations to be considered. Special Provisions to indicate which equations to be used in which areas of the project.

Section 401
Weather Limitations.

HMA Courses

Do not place HMA if it is precipitating. Do not allow trucks to leave the plant when precipitation is imminent. The Contractor may resume operations when the precipitation has stopped and the surface is free of water

Opening to Traffic. Open when the surface temperature meet the following requirements:

1. When using PG 64-22 or PG 70-22, surface temperature is less than 140 F. 2. When using PG 76-22, surface temperature is less than 170 F.

Section 401

HMA Courses

Polymerized Joint Adhesive required for cold longitudinal joints on surface course only.

Section 401

Sawcutting and Sealing of Joints

No major changes.

Section 401

Core Samples

No major changes in specification.

Section 402

HMA Friction Course

Dense Graded Friction Course eliminated due to shortage of appropriate aggregates. Open Graded Friction Course expanded to include Modified Open Graded Friction Course Mixes.

Section 403

Ultra-Thin Friction Course

New standard specification for the old Novachip type of friction course. This is a generic version of a specification which has been used on a project specific basis for the past 10 years.

Section 404

Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA)

New standard specification for SMA which has been used on a project specific basis for the past 10 years.

Section 405

Concrete Surface Course

Major changes have been made in the specifications and details for concrete surface course. (see details)

Elimination of expansion joints. Shorter spacing of contraction joints. Allowance for slipform paving. Elimination of steel reinforcement. Requirement to Diamond Grind Surface. Ride quality determined using IRI.

Section 405

Concrete Surface Course

Concreting Plan. At least 20 days before placing the concrete surface course, submit to the RE for approval a detailed plan of operation

Section 405

Concrete Surface Course

Weather Limitations. Comply with the limitations of placing as specified in 504.03.02.C, except do not place concrete when the ambient temperature is above 85 F. If within the 12 hours preceding the scheduled concrete placement the National Weather Service (refer to http://www.nws.noaa.gov/) locally forecasts a 40 percent chance or greater of precipitation during the scheduled concrete placement, postpone the placement of bridge decks and pavement.

Section 405

Concrete Surface Course

Curing. Ensure that the concrete is not exposed for more than 30 minutes after finishing. The RE will direct a suspension, as specified in 108.13, of concrete operations if the curing procedure is delayed or is not followed. Maintain the curing material for 7 days.

Section 405

Concrete Surface Course

Sawcutting Relief Joints. Relief joints are a preliminary step in the construction of transverse and longitudinal joints. The Contractor may begin sawcutting relief joints as soon as hardened concrete can support operations without spalling and must finish within 18 hours of placing concrete.

Sawcutting and Sealing Joints. Done after

completion of diamond grinding and joints must be sealed before opening to traffic

Division 450 Concrete Pavement Rehabilitation

451 Concrete Slab Stabilization 452 Partial Depth Concrete Pavement Repair 453 Full Depth Concrete Pavement Repair 454 Retrofit Dowel Bars 455 Diamond Grinding Existing Concrete Pavement 456 Sealing Existing Joints in Concrete Pavement

Division 450 Concrete Pavement Rehabilitation

New Division for CPR techniques that have been used on project specific basis for 10+ years.

Section 451

Concrete Slab Stabilization

Items for Pozzolan and Polyurethane grouts. Weather Limitation.

Pozzolan - Do not perform slab stabilization when the pavement surface temperatures are below 32 F or if the subgrade or base course is frozen. If proper slab stabilization cannot be achieved due to excessive temperatures or direct sunlight, perform work at night. Polyurethane - Do not perform slab stabilization if the underlying material is frozen. Perform deflection testing of joints between midnight and 10 a.m. The RE may stop testing earlier if there is evidence of slab lockup due to thermal expansion of the slabs. The RE may allow testing to continue after the hour specified if the slabs are not interlocked or under compression.

Deflection Testing

Section 452

Partial Depth Concrete Pavement Repair

Repair specifies sawcutting, removal of deteriorated concrete, and placing of Type 1A or 1B Quick Setting Patch

Section 453

Full Depth Concrete Pavement Repair

Sawcut and lift out full depth of concrete pavement. NO Breaking Items for repairs depending on type of material used for the repair.

Concrete Class V, E, or B. HMA

Section 454

Retrofit Dowel Bars

For load transfer, for transverse joints or cracks.

Section 455

Diamond Grinding Existing Concrete Pavement

Slightly different specification than the requirements for diamond grinding new pavements because larger deviations are expected in the existing concrete.

Section 456

Sealing Existing Joints in Concrete Pavement

Specification for cleaning and resealing of joints.

Division 500 Bridges and Structures

501 Sheeting and Cofferdams 502 Load Bearing Piles 503 Drilled Shaft Foundations 504 Structural Concrete 505 Precast and Prestressed Structural Concrete 506 Structural Steel 507 Concrete Bridge Deck and Approaches 508 Bridge Drainage 509 Bridge Railing and Fence 510 Timber Structures 511 Bulkhead, Fender, and Dolphin Systems 512 Sign Support Structures 513 Retaining Walls 514 Temporary Structures

Section 501 Sheeting and Cofferdams

Permanent Sheeting and Permanent Cofferdams will be designed by the Department. Temporary Sheeting and Temporary Cofferdams will be designed by the Contractor.

Section 502 Load Bearing Piles

Specification has been updated and organized better.

Section 503 Drilled Shafts

Drilled Shaft specification standardized.

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Reinforcement Steel

No significant changes Limitations of Placing. At least 30 days before placing concrete, submit to the RE for approval a plan for hot and cold weather concreting. Do not place concrete when precipitation is imminent as determined by the RE. If it begins precipitating during concrete placement, the RE may direct the Contractor to suspend placement operations and protect the plastic concrete as specified in 504.03.02.I. If placement cannot be resumed within 30 minutes, the RE may direct the construction of a construction joint. If, during the concrete placement or within the 24 hours preceding the scheduled concrete placement, the National Weather Service http://www.nws.noaa.gov/ locally forecasts the ambient temperature to be below 40 F or above 75 F during the scheduled concrete placement or curing period, follow the appropriate temperature condition procedure. Do not place concrete when the ambient temperature is below 20 F or above 100 F.

Constructing Concrete

NOAA.GOV
http://www.nws.noaa.gov/ Local forecast by "City, St" 08625 Hourly Weather Graph Temperature and Precipitation Potential

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Constructing Concrete

Cold Weather Concreting. The RE will prohibit the placement of concrete when the ambient temperature is below 40 F, unless all surfaces in contact with the concrete placement are preheated to between 50 and 80 F and access is provided for measuring the temperature of the inplace concrete. For access, establish a 1/2 inch diameter hole that is 6 inches deep at a 45 degree angle by placing a greased bolt through the forms prior to concrete placement.

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Hot Weather Concreting. When the ambient temperature reaches 75 F, use the following procedures before and during concreting operations.

Schedule work so that concrete can be placed continuously. Use a water-reducing admixture or a water-reducing and retarding admixture. Prevent absorption by sprinkling the underlying material and the wood forms. Begin curing within 5 minutes after finishing.

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Pumped Concrete. At least 30 days before beginning operations, submit a plan to the RE according to ACI 304.2R. For flatwork concrete, ensure that the pipeline is horizontal for at least 6 feet at the discharge end. Take samples of the plastic concrete according to AASHTO T 141 from the discharge end of the pipeline. Immediately deliver the samples to the ME for testing.

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Applying Curing Materials

Curing Compound. Apply 2 coats of curing compound (Use liquid membrane-forming compounds conforming to AASHTO M 148, Type 1-D, clear or translucent with fugitive dye.) Wet Burlap and White Polyethylene Sheeting. No change. White Polyethylene Sheeting. No change.

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Removal of Forms and Falsework. The Department may require concrete strength tests as specified in the Special Provisions for removal of forms and falsework. Remove forms without damaging the surface. The Contractor may remove forms 24 hours after placing concrete, except for the following:
Remove barrier curb and parapet forms as soon as the concrete holds its shape to facilitate finishing. When using concrete that contains more than 20 percent fly ash by weight of total cementitious material, maintain the forms for at least 3 days. The Contractor may remove forms for wing walls after 3 days if the concrete has attained a strength of 3000 pounds per square inch as determined from 2 concrete cylinders field cured according to AASHTO T 23. If concrete cylinders for wing walls are not tested, or do not meet a strength 3000 pounds per square inch when tested before 14 days, the Contractor may not remove forms until 14 days after the concrete has been placed. The Contractor may remove forms for battered columns or pier caps after 3 days if the concrete has attained a strength of 4000 pounds per square inch as determined from 2 concrete cylinders field cured according to AASHTO T 23. If concrete cylinders for battered columns or pier caps are not tested, or do not meet a strength 4000 pounds per square inch when tested before 14 days, the Contractor may not remove forms until 14 days after the concrete has been placed. The Contractor may remove forms for arches or culverts after 7 days if the concrete has attained a strength of 4000 pounds per square inch as determined from 2 concrete cylinders field cured according to AASHTO T 23. If concrete cylinders for arches or culverts are not tested, or do not meet a strength of 4000 pounds per square inch when tested before 14 days, the Contractor may not remove forms until 14 days after the concrete has been placed. Do not remove falsework and centering for spandrel-filled arches before the abutments have been placed up to the spring line. Do not remove falsework supporting the deck of rigid frame structures until the embankment has been placed behind the vertical legs. When using protective measures for cold weather concreting, as specified in 504.03.02.C.1, do not remove the forms until the protective measures are removed regardless of concrete cylinder strength. Do not remove the forms for decks for 14 days.

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Loading Concrete Structures. Do not allow anything other than the curing materials on concrete surfaces for 24 hours after placing the concrete. The Contractor may begin constructing forms for subsequent concrete placements after the forms from the underlying concrete can be removed as specified in 504.03.02.G. After the forms have been constructed and at least 3 days after the underlying concrete has been placed, the Contractor may perform subsequent concrete placements. The Contractor may begin storing materials, backfilling, or other loading on the concrete surface 3 days after the concrete has been placed if the forms can be removed as specified in 504.03.02.G.

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Form Removal Barrier Curb Piles Footing Abutment Wall Form Removal with Strength * Cold Weather Curing ** 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 7 DAYS at 60 F 7 DAYS at 60 F 7 DAYS at 60 F 7 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F 5 DAYS at 60 F Subsequent Forming *** NA 24 HOURS 24 HOURS 24 HOURS 24 HOURS Required Form Removal of Previous Pour Required Form Removal of Previous Pour Required Form Removal of Previous Pour Required Form Removal of Previous Pour Required Form Removal of Previous Pour 14 DAYS + 4000 PSI 80000 pound Maximum 14 DAYS + 4000 PSI 80000 pound Maximum NA NA Subsequent Pours/Loading NA 3 DAYS Minimum or Forming Requirement if > 3 DAYS Minimum or Forming Requirement if > 3 DAYS Minimum or Forming Requirement if > 3 DAYS Minimum or Forming Requirement if > Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement Subsequent Forming Requirement

Concrete holds shape NA 24 HOURS*** 24 HOURS*** 24 HOURS*** NA NA NA NA 3 DAYS 3000 PSI 3 DAYS 4000 PSI 3 DAYS 4000 PSI 7 DAYS 4000 PSI 7 DAYS 4000 PSI 7 DAYS 4000 PSI NA NA

Cast in Place Retaining Walls 24 HOURS*** Wing Walls Battered Columns Pier Caps Arches Culverts Approach Slab Deck Bridge Sidewalk Bridge Parapet and Barrier 14 DAYS 14 DAYS 14 DAYS 14 DAYS 14 DAYS 14 DAYS 14 DAYS 24 HOURS

Concrete holds shape NA

ALL ELSE

24 HOURS

NA

5 DAYS at 60 F

Required Form Removal of Previous Pour

3 DAYS Minimum or Forming Requirement if >

* When using protective measures for cold weather concreting, as specified in 504.03.02.C.1, do not remove the forms until the protective measures are removed regardless of concrete cylinder strength. ** If the temperature of the concrete falls below 60 F within 5 days after placing, maintain the protective measures in place for an additional 5 days. *** If >20% flyash 3 days

Section 504 Structural Concrete

Epoxy Waterproofing

New detail, stepping eliminated

Section 505 Precast and Prestressed Structural Concrete

Combined prestressed and precast into one section. Fabrication requirements for precast and prestressed concrete have been moved to Division 900. Erection Plan. Submit a plan of operations to the RE for approval at least 30 days before the pre-erection meeting.

Section 506 Structural Steel

All new structural steel will be shop painted. Only touch ups and field bolted connections will be painted in the field. Fabrication requirements have been moved to Division 900. Erection Plan. At least 30 days before the preerection meeting, submit a plan of operations to the RE for approval. Installing High-Strength Steel Bolts Use of Direct Tension Indicators (DTIs) required.

Section 507

Concrete Bridge Deck and Approaches

Joint Assemblies (3 standard items)

Strip Seal Expansion Joint Assemblies. Preformed Elastomeric Joint Assemblies. Modular Expansion Joint Assemblies
Stay-In-Place (SIP) Forms Contractor to provide form cut and fill grade sheets.

Constructing Bridge Decks

Section 507

Concrete Bridge Deck and Approaches

Deck Placement Plan. At least 15 days before the start of placing bridge deck concrete, submit to the RE for approval a plan of operation Meeting. Within 10 days before the start of deck placement, conduct a meeting with the RE, the ME, and the concrete supplier to discuss the plan of operation and to coordinate the deck placement.

Section 507

Concrete Bridge Deck and Approaches

Limitations of Placing Concrete. Comply with the limitations of placing specified in 504.03.02.C, except do not place concrete when the ambient temperature is above 85 F. If within the 12 hours before the concrete placement the National Weather Service http://www.nws.noaa.gov/ locally forecasts a 40 percent chance or greater of precipitation during the scheduled concrete placement, postpone the placement of bridge decks and pavement.

Section 507

Concrete Bridge Deck and Approaches

Performing the Dry Run. Perform a dry run with the finishing machine over the full length of the bridge segment. Ensure that the screed rail supports are spaced no more than 3 feet apart. The RE will not inspect the dry run until it is evident that the placement and finishing operation can be completed within the scheduled time, that any required weather protective materials are in place, and that all necessary finishing tools and equipment are on hand at the work site. The RE will check to ensure that elevations are within 1/4 inch of the specified elevations. The RE will check elevations longitudinally every 10 feet and transversely at the edges of breaklines, joint assemblies, gutter grades, and the center of each lane and shoulder.

Section 507

Concrete Bridge Deck and Approaches

Loading the Deck. Before allowing anything on the deck, ensure that the deck has cured for a minimum of 14 days. The RE may allow the Contractor to place a finishing machine on the deck 72 hours after placing concrete for the previous segment. After a minimum of 14 days, the Contractor may load a total of 80,000 pounds on the deck if the deck has attained a strength of at least 4000 pounds per square inch, After a minimum of 28 days, the Contractor may load more than 80,000 pounds if the deck has attained the design strength and if approval has been obtained from the Department. To obtain approval, submit stress analysis calculations for the load and the location of the load on the deck.

Section 507

Concrete Bridge Deck and Approaches

Date Panel (New Item)

Submit a sample of the date panel showing the coloring and surface finish to the RE for approval.

Bridge Approach No more approach and transition slabs..new detail for the BRIDGE APPROACH

Section 508 Bridge Drainage Section 509 Bridge Railing and Fence Section 510 Timber Structures
No significant changes

Section 511 Bulkhead, Fender, and Dolphin Systems

Contractor can choose 2 types of piling Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Piles (FRPP) or Fiberglass-Concrete Composite Piles (FCCP).Item is Composite Pile

SECTION 512 SIGN SUPPORT STRUCTURES

No significant changes

Section 513 Retaining Walls

2 Types

CIP Proprietary

Noise Walls have been eliminated from standard spec.use will be specifed in SPs

SECTION 514 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES

No significant changes

Division 550 Structure Rehabilitation

New Division created by removing structure rehabilitation specifications from Division 500. 551 Bridge Deck Rehabilitation

Type A Bridge Deck Repair has been eliminated.

552 Pressure Injection Sealing 553 Pneumatically Applied Mortar

Division 554 Painting Existing Bridges

Changes to Painting Existing Bridges specification including major revisions to the Pollution Control System have been made. Contractors must submit LHASP for all projects (4 Items)

POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM HAND/POWER TOOL CLEANING AND PAINTING NEAR-WHITE BLAST CLEANING AND PAINTING TESTING, IF AND WHERE DIRECTED

Division 600 Miscellaneous Construction

601 Pipe 602 Drainage Structures 603 Slope and Channel Protection 604 Gabion Walls 605 Fence 606 Sidewalks, Driveways, and Islands 607 Curb 608 Non-Vegetative Surfaces 609 Beam Guide Rail 610 Traffic Stripes, Traffic Markings, and Rumble Strips 611 Crash Cushions 612 Signs

Section 601 Pipe

Merged Underdrains into Section 601 with Pipe. Installing Pipe Using Alternate Methods When installing pipe using methods other than as specified in 601.03.01, at least 30 days before installation, submit working drawings for approval.

Section 601 Pipe

High Density Polyethelelene (HDPE) Pipe is now a standard Item

Section 602 Drainage Structures

Combined Inlets and Manholes and Culverts and Headwalls into Section 602 Drainage Structures.

Section 603 Slope and Channel Protection

Merged Slope Gutters into Slope and Channel Protection

Section 604 Gabion Walls

Gabion Walls specification added.

At least 10 days before beginning the work, submit the manufacturers installation guide to the RE. Ensure that a representative from the manufacturer is at the work site during the first day of assembling the gabion basket and the first day of placing and filling the gabions. Install gabion walls according to the manufacturers recommendations.

SECTION 605 FENCE

No significant changes

Section 606 Sidewalks, Driveways, and Islands

Combined Sidewalks and Driveways and Islands into Section 606.

Section 607 Curb

Combined Hot Mix Asphalt Curb, Barrier Curb, etc into 607.

Delineators part of Barrier Curb Item

Section 608 Non-Vegetative Surfaces

Non- vegetative surface now in Section 600.

Section 609 Beam Guide Rail

Beam Guide Rail Specifications Updated

Wooden spacers are no longer being used. Delineators part of BGR

Before driving or mounting the posts, determine the location of utilities that may conflict with the posts. After completing the wiring for each electrical system and before making connections, perform the following tests on each circuit using suitable equipment in the presence of the RE:

1. Tests for continuity. 2. Tests for ground. 3. Tests for insulation resistance between circuit wires and from circuit wires to ground.

Section 610 Traffic Stripes, Traffic Markings, and Rumble Strips

Traffic Item Specs updated

Traffic Stripes Traffic Markings Raised Pavement Markers (RPM) Ground Mounted Flexible Delineators Rumble Strips

Section 611 Crash Cushions

No Proprietary Names..Use SI to determine type At least 10 days before beginning the work, submit the manufacturers installation guide to the RE.

SECTION 612 SIGNS

No significant changes

Division 650 Utilities

651 Water 652 Sanitary Sewers 653 Gas

Section 651 Water

Items

___" DUCTILE IRON WATER PIPE, CLASS ___ ___" DUCTILE IRON WATER PIPE BRIDGE, CLASS ___ WATER SERVICE CONNECTION FIRE HYDRANT RELOCATE FIRE HYDRANT RESET FIRE HYDRANT RESET WATER VALVE BOX WATER AS-BUILT PLAN

The Department will measure ___" DUCTILE IRON WATER PIPE by the linear foot including the lengths of tees, sleeves, and valves measured parallel to the water pipe outside the limit of a structure.

Section 652 Sanitary Sewers Section 653 Gas

Similar to 651

Items and Asbuilt Plan

Division 700 Electrical

701 General Items 702 Traffic Signals 703 Highway Lighting 704 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Section 701 General Items

Existing Systems

At least 30 days before starting work on an existing system, submit a plan to the RE for approval that includes the proposed construction methods and describes how the existing systems will be maintained, modified, or operated during the performance of the work. At least 20 days before starting work on an existing system, provide notification, as specified in 105.07, and arrange a meeting with the Department to verify the operational status of the existing systems and responsibilities for maintenance. Document the findings of the meeting and forward a written summary to the attendees. If work is performed on or damage occurs to an electrical system before the meeting with the Department, the Contractor assumes maintenance responsibility for that electrical system.

Section 701 General Items

Conduit.4 Types

Rigid Metallic Conduit Rigid Nonmetallic Conduit Flexible Metallic Conduit Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit

No CUR CUG Exposed etc. Cable Rack Item when adjustments to JBs are shown

Section 701 General Items

Testing. After completing the wiring for each electrical system and before making connections, perform the following tests on each circuit using suitable equipment in the presence of the RE:

1. Tests for continuity. 2. Tests for ground. 3. Tests for insulation resistance between circuit wires and from circuit wires to ground. Verify that the insulation resistance is at least 150 megaohms between conductors, or between conductor and ground for circuits with a total single conductor length of 1500 feet or more, and at least 175 megaohms for circuits with a total single conductor length of less than 1500 feet.

Section 702 Traffic Signals

Major reorganization to Section 702. Items are no longer paid for by Assemblies. Payment for the different sizes and types of Standards, Mast Arms and Traffic Signal Heads will be under the appropriate Item.

TRAFFIC SIGNAL STANDARD, ALUMINUM TRAFFIC SIGNAL STANDARD, STEEL PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL STANDARD TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAST ARM, ALUMINUM TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAST ARM, STEEL TRAFFIC SIGNAL HEAD PEDESTRIAN SIGNAL HEAD PUSH BUTTON IMAGE DETECTOR Temporary Traffic Signal System Interim Traffic Signal System

UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT LS LS

Items for

Section 703 Highway Lighting

Major reorganization to Section 703. Items are no longer paid for by Assemblies. Payment for the different sizes and types of Standards, Mast Arms and Luminaires will be under the appropriate Item.

LIGHTING STANDARD ALUMINUM LIGHTING STANDARD STEEL LIGHTING STANDARD FIBERGLASS LIGHTING MAST ARM ALUMINUM LIGHTING MAST ARM STEEL LUMINAIRE

UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT

Contractor is designing Temporary Lighting System unless stated in the SPs

Section 704 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

ITS Spec has become standard Spec is similar to 702 and 703.components rather than assemblies

Section 704 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Systems

General (Project Specific) Camera Surveillance System (CSS) Fiber Optic Cable Controlled Traffic Signal System (CTSS) Travel Time Systems (TTS) Road Weather Information System (RWIS) Dynamic Message System (DMS) Weigh in Motion System (WIMS) Traffic Volume System (TVS)

Section 704 Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)

Individual System Breakdown

A. Components. B. Installation. C. Testing. D. Maintenance. E. Final Documentation. F. Equipment Training.

Division 800 Landscaping

801 Selective Vegetation Removal 802 Trimming and Removing Trees 803 Preparation of Existing Soil 804 Topsoiling 805 Turf Repair Strip 806 Fertilizing and Seediing 807 Topsoil Stabilization 808 Sodding 809 Mulching 810 Mowing 811 Planting

Section 801 Selective Vegetation Removal

Combined Selective Thinning and Selective Clearing into one specification

Section 802 Trimming and Removing Trees

Combined Trimming of Existing Trees and Tree Removal into one Specification

Section 807 Topsoil Stabilization

Added additional types of Topsoil Stabilization Matting

Type 1 Jute and Excelsior Matting Type 2 Erosion Mulch Blanket Type 3 Turf Reinforcement Mat Type 4 Mechanically Bonded Fiber Matrix

Section 811 Planting

Changed prescribed planting seasons to optimal planting seasons Added the removal of wire baskets on balled and burlapped plants Changed Item descriptions NO LATIN NAMESPlans to include a Latin Ordering Chart

LARGE DECIDUOUS TREE, ___ LARGE DECIDUOUS TREE, SEEDLING ___ SMALL DECIDUOUS TREE, ___ EVERGREEN TREE, ___ EVERGREEN TREE, SEEDLING ___ EVERGREEN TREE, SEEDLING ___ DECIDUOUS SHRUB, ___ EVERGREEN SHRUB, ___ GROUND COVER OR VINE, ___ PERENNIAL, ___ BULB CORM TUBER ROOT RHIZOME

UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT UNIT

Section 811 Planting

Changed the Plant Establishment Period Upon completion of all plantings, request that an inspection be made by the Department to determine if the plants are alive and healthy. The Department will inspect plantings between May 1 and October 1st. Replace plants as specified in 811.03.01 that are missing or not alive and healthy. If replacing plants outside of the optimal planting season as specified in Table 811.03.01-1, only use containerized or balled and burlapped plants that are certified as being dug dormant. The plant establishment period will begin when the Department determines that 100 percent of the plants are alive and healthy

Section 811 Planting

The Department will reinspect the plants approximately 1 year after the start of the plant establishment period. If the Department determines that plants need to be replaced, replant plants as specified in 811.03.01 within 3 weeks. If replanting outside of the optimal planting season as specified in Table 811.03.01-1, only use containerized or balled and burlapped plants that are certified as being dug dormant. The Department will reinspect the plants approximately 2 years after the start of the plant establishment period. If the Department determines that plants need to be replaced, replant plants as specified in 811.03.01 within 3 weeks. If replacing outside of the optimal planting season as specified in Table 811.03.01-1, only use containerized or balled and burlapped plants that are certified as being dug dormant.

Section 811 Planting

Highway occupancy permit

Obtain a Highway Occupancy Permit from the NJDOT Regional Operations permits office. Provide 2 copies of the approved permit to the Departments Bureau of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Solutions. Maintenance Bond See SPs for value of Bond (% of Planting value)

Division 900 Materials

901 Aggregates 902 Asphalt 903 Concrete 904 Precast and Prestressed Concrete 905 Reinforcement Metals 906 Structural Steel 907 Bearing Assemblies

Division 900 Materials

908 Bolts and Bolting Material 909 Drainage 910 Masonry Units 911 Signs, Sign Supports, and Delineators 912 Paints, Coatings, Traffic Stripes, and Traffic Markings 913 Guide Rail, Fence, and Railing 914 Joint Materials

Division 900 Materials

915 Timber and Timber Treatment 916 Fiberglass Composite Materials 917 Landscaping Materials 918 Electrical Materials 919 Miscellaneous

Division 900 General

Reorganized for a better flow. Incorporated BDCs. Minor changes to many of the materials specifications to reflect current practices. More consistent in being clear on acceptance practices/procedures and on requirement to be from a QPL.

Division 900

QPL

QPL = Qualified Products List For materials which have a long approval process. In Division 900, those materials which are required to be on QPL prior to use are clearly specified.

Section 901

Aggregates

Gradation for Concrete Sand changed to expand range on the No. 30. Gradation for DGA changed to ensure that its not too fine and RAP limited to 50% (based on Rutgers research). Soil Aggregates I-14 (old Zone 3) and I-15 (select fill for MSE walls) added.

Section 902

Asphalt

Reorganized to put all the requirements for asphalt products in one section. No major changes to the Bituminous Materials (Asphalt Binder, Emulsions, and Cutbacks) requirements except that Inverted Emulsions have been eliminated. HMA is Superpave only. Marshall mixes have been eliminated.

902.02.01

Mix Designation

Details on the mix designations moved from 406. Example: HOT MIX ASPHALT 12.5H64 SURFACE COURSE

Section 902

Asphalt

The following Sections have been added:

OGFC & MOGFC Ultra-Thin HMA SMA Asphalt Stabilized Drainage Course

Section 903

Concrete

Reorganized to bring the Cement, Admixtures, Concrete Mixing, Curing Materials, and Concrete Requirements to one Section. No longer using terms Portland cement concrete or hydraulic cement concrete. Concrete is used generically. Also, cement is either Portland cement or blended hydraulic cement.

Section 903

Pavement Repair Mixes

Class V formerly known as VES or VHE. Attains 350 psi flexural strength in 6.5 hours. Class E early strength concrete that attains 3000 psi in 72 hours. Intended for pavement repairs caution should be used in using these mixes for other applications.

Section 903.05

High Performance Concrete

HPC-1 For use in bridge decks, parapets, and bridge sidewalks. HPC-2 For use in pier protection. Project specific specification is needed for any other use of HPC. Do not specify HPC if integrally colored concrete is needed or if project has compressed schedule.

Section 903.06

Self-Consolidating Concrete

903.06.01 SCC for Drilled Shafts 903.06.02 SCC for Precast Concrete Project specific specification is needed for any other use of SCC.

Section 903.07

Quick Setting Patch

Type 1, 1A & 1B Horizontal Repairs

Type 1 neat or w/ 15lbs of No. 8 stone Type 1A mix design Type 1B bagged with sand and stone

Type 2 (old Type 5) Vertical and Overhead Repairs Old Types 2, 3, & 4 deleted (underwater and low & high temperatures).

Section 904

Precast and Prestressed Concrete

Consolidated requirements that were scattered throughout 500 and 600 regarding the fabrication of precast and prestressed concrete.

Non-Structural Precast Concrete Precast Concrete Retaining Walls Structural Precast Concrete Prestressed Concrete

Sections 906/ Section 907

Structural Steel / Bearing Assemblies

Steel fabrication requirements for structural steel components and bearings (originally in 500) combined with the steel materials requirements (originally in 900). Includes Shop Painting of Structural Steel. Bearings follow LRFD requirements.

Section 908.01.04 Adhesive Anchor Bolt Systems

Specification for adhesive anchor bolt systems written for bridge railing and bridge guide rail attachments. For other uses of adhesive anchor bolts, designer should use careful consideration as additional requirements may be necessary. Project specific specification may be needed.

Section 908.02/ 908.03

High Strength Steel Bolts/DTI

Increased responsibility of supplier/contractor to ensure compliance with rotational capacity. Requirement to use DTI (Direct Tension Indicators) to ensure proper bolt installation

Section 913

Guide Rail, Fence & Railings

Guide rail end treatments from QPL. Fence simplified chain link fence specifications. Orange plastic fence now called caution fence. Steel and Aluminum Bridge Railings

Section 916

Fiberglass Composite Materials

New standard specification for fiberglass composite materials to be used for bulkhead, fender, and dolphin systems.

Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Lumber Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Piles Fiberglass-Concrete Composite Piles

Section 917

Landscaping Materials

Added Compost as a soil additive 4 types of Topsoil Stabilization Matting

New quality and inspection requirements for plant material New quality descriptions for trees, shrubs, and perennial plants Substitution requests accompanied with verification that plants are not available from minimum of 9 nurseries

Section 917

Landscaping Materials (continued)

New quality and inspection requirements for plant material (continued) Inspections Contractor to inspect and seal plants in nursery. Provide seal numbers to Department Plants, when determined to be inspected by Department Origin greater than 100 miles from project, inspections at a Department approved, contractor provided, holding yard Origin within 100 miles from project, inspections by Department at the nursery Contractor to notify RE at least 72 hours in advance of delivery to project Shipment Contractor to ensure that deciduous materials are completely dormant when they are dug

NJDOT Test Methods

After Division 1000 are the NJDOT test methods that used to be in 990. They are referred to in the specification by their designation. e.g. NJDOT A-1 The last item in this section is NJDOT ST which are the statistical tables which used to be in 914 but have been moved to the back as they are used in many of the statistical calculations.

Division 1000

Equipment

1001 Traffic Control Equipment 1002 Compaction Equipment 1003 HMA Site Equipment 1004 Pile Driving Equipment 1005 Concrete Site Equipment 1006 Concrete Pavement Rehabilitation Equipment 1007 Traffic Striping Equipment 1008 Miscellaneous Equipment 1009 HMA Plant Equipment 1010 Concrete Plant and Mixing Equipment 1011 Precast and Prestressed Concrete Plant Equipment

Division 1000
Compilation of the equipment requirements that were in Divisions 200 through 800. The XXX.02.02 Subsections in Divisions 200 through 800 will refer back to the equipment specifications in Division 1000.

Division 1000
Not every piece of equipment needed to complete the construction has to be specified/listed. Only those pieces of equipment that have specific requirements are included.

Questions

Kiran Shelat Supervising Engineer (609)530-2572 kiran.shelat@dot.state.nj.us