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CITY OF RENTON
RENTON, WASHINGTON
Contract Provisions
for the
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
City Project Number: TRO04162
City Contract Number: CAG-22-311
YEAR: 2022
City of Renton
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Table of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VOLUME I
I. CALL FOR BIDS
II. INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS
1. INFORMATION AND CHECKLIST FOR BIDDERS
2. SUMMARY OF FAIR PRACTICES POLICY, CITY OF RENTON
3. SUMMARY OF AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT POLICY, CITY OF RENTON
III. PROJECT PROPOSAL
1. * PROJECT PROPOSAL BID SUMMARY
2. * PROPOSAL COVER PAGE
3. * SCHEDULE OF PRICES
4. * NON-COLLUSION DECLARATION
5. * LOCAL AGENCY SUBCONTRACTOR LIST
6. * PROPOSAL FOR INCORPORATING RECYCLED MATERIALS INTO THE PROJECT
7. * CONTRACTOR CERTIFICATION, WAGE LAW COMPLIANCE – RESPONSIBILITY
CRITERIA, WASHINGTON STATE PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS
8. * PROPOSAL SIGNATURE PAGE
9. * PROPOSAL BID BOND TO THE CITY OF RENTON
IV. AGREEMENT FORMS
1. AGREEMENT
2. CONTRACT BOND TO THE CITY OF RENTON
3. FAIR PRACTICES POLICY AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE
* SUBMIT AS PART OF THE BID.
SUBMIT WITHIN 10 DAYS AFTER NOTICE OF AWARD.
V. CONTRACT SPECIFICATIONS
1. SPECIAL PROVISIONS
APPENDICES
A – PREVAILING HOURLY MINIMUM WAGE RATES
B – PERMITS
VOLUME II - PLANS
City of Renton
Contract Provisions for
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
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I. CALL FOR BIDS
CITY OF RENTON CAG-22-311
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes To Transit Call for Bids
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CALL FOR BIDS
Sealed bids will be received until 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at the lobby of Renton City
Hall, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. All supplemental documents, that are allowed to be
submitted after this date and time, shall be received at the lobby of Renton City Hall. The bids will be
opened and publicly read via Zoom video-conferencing web application at 1:00 PM, Thursday, December
1, 2022. Any bids received after the published bid submittal time cannot be considered and will not be
accepted.
•The bid opening meeting can be accessed by clicking the following link to join the Zoom meeting:
•Join Zoom Meeting
•https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88666992190?pwd=R1lFRHpmcUFoTW4yRFF6TzBYaEorQT09
•Meeting ID: 886 6699 2190
•Passcode: 563226
•One tap mobile
•+12532158782,,88666992190#,,,,*563226#
•Zoom is free to use and is available at https://zoom.us/.
Approved plans, specifications, addenda, and plan holders list for this project are available on-line through
Builders Exchange of Washington, Inc., at http://www.bxwa.com. Click on bxwa.com; Posted Projects;
Public Works; City of Renton; Projects Bidding. (Note: Bidders are encouraged to Register as a Bidder, in
order to receive automatic email notification of future addenda and to be placed on the Bidders List).
Contact Builders Exchange of Washington at 425-258-1303 should you require further assistance.
The City of Renton in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C.
2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A,
Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted programs of the Department
of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure
that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises
as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation
and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in
consideration for an award.
The improvement for which bids will be received is described below:
Construct the NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Project. The project consists of adding a crossing
and signal adjustments at NE Sunset Boulevard and Edmonds Avenue Northeast, adding midblock
crossings on Northeat Sunset Boulevard between Northeast 10th Street and Kirkalnd Avenue Northeast.
The work includes but is not limited to: pavement markings, signage, direct-wired Rectangular Rapid
Flashing Beacon (RRFB’s), signal adjustments, curb ramp installation and restoration, raised islands and
all other work necessary to complete the Work as specified and shown in the Contract Provisions.
Jason A. Seth, City Clerk
Published: November 1, 2022 and November 8, 2022
Daily Journal of Commerce
City of Renton
Contract Provisions for
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
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II. INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Information and Checklist for Bidders
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INFORMATION AND CHECKLIST FOR BIDDERS
The following supplements the information in the Call for Bids:
1. Special Project Information. The Contract Documents, including Standard Specifications, and
all applicable laws and regulations apply to this project. The following items particular to this
project are repeated here for emphasis:
a. Prevailing Wages. This project does not include federal funding. Therefore, only State
Prevailing Wages must be paid on this project. The Prevailing Wages in effect at time
of Advertisement are provided in Appendix A. It is the Bidder’s responsibility to obtain
wage information for any work classifications that are not included.
b. Traffic Control, Hours of Work and Street Closure. This project site is surrounding by
residences, businesses, a park and library. Due to the proximity of the project site to the
residences, night work will not be allowed. Refer to Special Provision Section 1-07.23(4)
for duration, requirements and restrictions. For construction under traffic, refer to
Section 1-07.23(1).
2. Any prospective Bidder desiring an explanation or interpretation of the Bid Documents, shall
request the explanation or interpretation in writing by the close of business five (5) business
days preceding the bid opening to allow a written reply to reach all prospective Bidders
before the submission of their Bids. Oral explanations, interpretations, or instructions given
by anyone before the Award of Contract will not be binding on the City of Renton.
3. If a bidder has any questions regarding the project, the bidder may either:
Submit questions in writing to Renton City Hall – Transportation Systems, 1055 S Grady
Way, Renton, WA 98057, Attn: Ethan Belen, or
Submit questions via e-mail: mailto: ebelen@rentonwa.gov. Put “NE Sunset Blvd” in the
subject line
No other type of inquiry will be accepted.
4. All bids must be self-explanatory. Partial bids will not be accepted. No opportunity will be
offered for oral explanation except as the City of Renton may request further information on
particular points. The bidder shall, upon request, furnish information to the City of Renton
as to their financial and practical ability to satisfactorily perform the work.
5. The construction contract will be awarded by the City of Renton to the lowest responsible,
responsive bidder. The total bid amount of all schedules combined will be used to
determine the low bidder.
6. The City of Renton reserves the right to reject any and all bids or waive any and/or all
informalities.
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7. Payment for this work will be made in cash warrants.
8. Bidders are not required to be in possession of a current City of Renton business license in
order to bid on City projects. However, Contractors and all subcontractors of all tiers must
be in possession of a current City business license while conducting work in the City.
9. Bidding Checklist
Each bid must be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing on the outside the name and
address of the Bidder, and the name and number of the project for which the bid is submitted.
It is the responsibility of each bidder to ascertain if all the documents listed below and in the
Table of Contents are included in their copy of the Contract Provisions. If documents are
missing, it is the sole responsibility of the Bidder to contact the City of Renton to obtain the
missing documents prior to the date and time that bids are due.
The following forms and documents shall be submitted with the bid.
a. Project Proposal Bid Summary - The form included in these Bid Documents must be used;
no substitute will be accepted.
b. Proposal Cover Page – The form included in these Bid Documents must be used; no
substitute will be accepted.
c. Schedule of Prices – The form(s) included in these Bid Documents must be used; no
substitute will be accepted. Bidders must bid on all schedules and items shown on the
Schedule of Prices. If any unit price is left blank, it will be considered no charge for that
bid item, regardless of what has been placed in the extension column.
d. Non-Collusion Declaration – The form included in these Bid Documents must be used; no
substitute will be accepted.
e. Local Agency Subcontractor List - This form is available at
http://wsdot.wa.gov/forms/pdfForms.html. Bidder may download, print and complete
the form to include with Bid. The DOT Form, DOT Form Number and revision date must
match the form included in these Bid Documents, otherwise the Bid will be considered
irregular and non-responsive and the Bid will be rejected.
f. Proposal for Incorporating Recycled Materials into the Project – The form included in
these Bid Documents must be used; no substitute will be accepted.
g. Contractor Certification, Wage Law Compliance – Responsibility Criteria, Washington
State Public Works Contracts – This form is available at
http://wsdot.wa.gov/forms/pdfForms.html. Bidder may download, complete, print and
sign the form to include with Bid. The DOT Form, DOT Form Number and revision date
must match the form included in these Bid Documents, otherwise the Bid will be
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considered irregular and non-responsive and the Bid will be rejected.
h. Proposal Signature Page – The form included in these Bid Documents must be used; no
substitute will be accepted. Evidence of signatory’s authority to sign the Proposal on
behalf of the business entity shall be submitted with the Bid. Otherwise, the submitted
Bid will be considered irregular and non-responsive and the Bid may be rejected.
i. Proposal Bid Bond to the City of Renton – The form included in these Bid Documents
must be used; no substitute will be accepted. If an attorney-in-fact signs bond, the power
of attorney authorizing such execution must be current and enforceable, be properly
executed by the Surety in accordance with the Surety’s by-laws or other applicable rules
and resolutions, and include all necessary corporate seals, signatures, and notaries.
10. Contract Checklist
The following documents are to be executed by the successful Bidder after the Contract is
awarded.
a. Agreement – The form included in these Bid Documents must be used; no substitute will
be accepted. Two originals shall be executed by the successful Bidder.
b. Contract Bond – The form included in these Bid Documents must be used; no substitute
will be accepted. Two originals shall be executed by the successful Bidder and its surety
company. This bond covers successful completion of all work and payment of all laborers,
subcontractors, suppliers, etc. If an attorney-in-fact signs bond, the power of attorney
authorizing such execution must be current and enforceable, be properly executed by the
Surety in accordance with the Surety’s by-laws or other applicable rules and resolutions,
and include all necessary corporate seals, signatures, and notaries.
c. Fair Practices Policy Affidavit of Compliance – The form included in these Bid Documents
must be used; no substitute will be accepted.
d. Certificates of Insurance – To be executed by an insurance company acceptable to the
City, on ACORD Forms. Required coverages are listed in Section 1-07.18 of the Special
Provisions. The City of Renton shall be named as “Additional Insured” on the insurance
policies as well as the entities listed in Section 1-07.18(2) of the Special Provisions.
e. Retainage – Refer to Standard Spec. Section 1-09.9(1), Retainage.
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NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Summary of American Disabilities Act Policy
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NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Proposal Cover Page
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PROPOSAL COVER PAGE
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
TO THE CITY OF RENTON
RENTON, WASHINGTON
Ladies and/or Gentlemen:
The undersigned (Bidder) hereby certify that the Bidder has examined the location and
construction details of the proposed work, has read and thoroughly understands the Contract
Documents governing the work, and the nature of the work, and the method by which
payment will be made for said work. Bidder hereby proposes to undertake and complete the
work detailed in and in accordance with these Contract Documents, for the Total Bid Amount
shown on the attached Schedule of Prices.
The Bidder understands that the quantities mentioned herein are approximate only and are
subject to increase or decrease, and hereby proposes to perform all quantities of work as either
increased or decreased in accordance with the Contract Documents.
As evidence of good faith, pursuant to RCW 35.23.352(1), an original Bid Proposal Deposit in the
form of (check one) bid bond, or cashier's check (made payable to the City of Renton), or
postal money order (made payable to the City of Renton), in an amount equal to five percent
(5%) of the Total Bid Amount, is attached hereto.
If a bid bond is signed by an attorney-in-fact, Bidder agrees that the power of attorney authorizing
such execution must be current and enforceable, be properly executed by the Surety in
accordance with the Surety’s by-laws or other applicable rules and resolutions, and include all
necessary corporate seals, signatures, and notaries.
Bidder understands that Contract Award or Bid rejection will occur within 45 calendar days after
the opening of bids, as specified in Section 1-03.2 of the Standard Specifications.
Bidder further understands that should Bidder fail to enter into this contract in accordance with
his or her Bid and furnish a contract bond within a period of ten (10) days from the date at which
he or she is notified that he or she is the successful bidder, the Bid Proposal Deposit shall be
forfeited to the City of Renton, as set forth in RCW 35A.40.200 and RCW 35.23.352
Bidder hereby agrees to complete the Physical Work in all respects within 45 working days.
Contract time shall begin on the first working day following the Notice to Proceed date.
City of Renton
Contract Provisions for
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
______________________________________________________________________________
III. PROJECT PROPOSAL
BID SUMMARY
Project Name: NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
State Funding Number: N/A
City Project Number: TRO04162
City Contract Number: CAG-22-311
Company:
Address:
Telephone Number:
E-mail Address:
Total Bid Amount:
$
1 Construction Survey 1-05.4(2) LS 1
2 SPCC Plan 1-07.15(1) LS 1
3 Resolution of Utility Conflicts 1-07.17 FA 1
4 Fuel Cost Adjustment 1-09.3 CALC 1
5 Steel Cost Adjustment 1-09.3 CALC 1
6 Mobilization 1-09.7 LS 1
7 Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control 8-01 LS 1
8 Temporary Traffic Control (including
flaggers)1-10 LS 1
9 Removal of Structures and Obstructions 2-02 TN 19
10 Sawcutting 2-02 LF 200
11 Cement Conc. Curb Ramp Type Parallel 8-14 EA 2
12 Cement Conc. Curb Ramp Type
Perpendicular 8-14 EA 2
13 Cement Conc. Curb Ramp Type Single
Direction 8-14 EA 1
14 Extruded curb (Doweled)8-04 LF 158
15 Cement Conc. Sidewalk 8-14 SY 81
16 Commercial Concrete 6-02 CY 4
17 HMA CL. 1/2IN. PG 64H-22 5-04 TON 9
SCHEDULE OF PRICES
NE Sunset Blvd - Safe Routes to Transit
ALL ENTRIES SHALL BE WRITTEN IN INK OR TYPED TO VALIDATE BID
NOTE: Unit prices for all items, all extensions, and total amount of bid shall be shown. Enter unit prices in numerical figures only, in
dollars and cents to two (2) decimal places (including whole dollar amounts). All figures must be clearly legible. Bids with illegible figures
in the Unit Price column will be regarded as nonresponsive and rejected. Where conflict occurs between the unit price and the total
amount specified for any item, the unit price shall prevail, and totals shall be corrected to conform thereto.
ITEM
NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION SPEC.
SECTION UNIT QUANTITY UNIT PRICE* EXTENSION
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Schedule of Prices
2022
SCHEDULE OF PRICES
NE Sunset Blvd - Safe Routes to Transit
ALL ENTRIES SHALL BE WRITTEN IN INK OR TYPED TO VALIDATE BID
NOTE: Unit prices for all items, all extensions, and total amount of bid shall be shown. Enter unit prices in numerical figures only, in
dollars and cents to two (2) decimal places (including whole dollar amounts). All figures must be clearly legible. Bids with illegible figures
in the Unit Price column will be regarded as nonresponsive and rejected. Where conflict occurs between the unit price and the total
amount specified for any item, the unit price shall prevail, and totals shall be corrected to conform thereto.
ITEM
NO.ITEM DESCRIPTION SPEC.
SECTION UNIT QUANTITY UNIT PRICE* EXTENSION
18 Crushed Surfacing Base Course 4-04 CY 29
19 Detectable Warning Surface 8-14 SF 80
20 Paint Line 8-22 LF 1,241.0
21 Painted Wide Lane Line 8-22 LF 157
22 Profiled Plastic Wide Lane Line 8-22 LF 124
23 Plastic Stop Line 8-22 LF 175
24 Plastic Crosswalk Line 8-22 SF 400
25 Plastic Traffic Arrow 8-22 EA 5
26 Plastic Bicycle Detection Marking 8-22 EA 2
27 Permanent Signing 8-21 LS 1
28 Tuff-Curb with Flexible Delineator (Install
only)8-10 EA 32
29 RRFB System, Complete (Install only)8-20 LS 1
30 Traffic Signal System, Complete (Install only)8-20 LS 1
*NOTE: The Unit Prices include all taxes paid, per section 1-07.2(1) and WAC 458-20-171.
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Schedule of Prices
2022
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Local Agency Non-Collusion Declaration
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p
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Local Agency Subcontractor List
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NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Proposal For Incorporating Recycled Materials
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NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Contractor Certification, Wage Law Compliance
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NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit Proposal Signature Page
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PROPOSAL SIGNATURE PAGE
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By signing below, Bidder acknowledges receipt and understanding of the following Addenda to
the Bid Documents:
Addendum No. Date of Receipt Addendum No. Date of Receipt
1
3
2
4
NOTE: A Proposal may be considered irregular and may be rejected if the receipt of Addenda is not acknowledged.
The bidder is hereby advised that by signature of this proposal he/she is deemed to have
acknowledged all requirements and signed all certificates contained herein.
[Signature of Authorized Official] * [Business Name]
[Printed Name] [Address Line 1]
[Title] [Address Line 2]
[Date] [Telephone Number]
* NOTE: Evidence of the signatory’s authority to sign the Proposal on behalf of the business entity shall be
submitted with the Bid. Otherwise, the submitted Bid will be considered irregular and non-responsive
and the Bid may be rejected.
NOTE: The address and phone number listed above will be used for all communications regarding this proposal.
Type of business entity (e.g. corporation, partnership, etc.):
State of Incorporation, or State where business entity was formed:
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WA State Contractor’s Registration #
UBI #
Industrial Insurance Account #
Employment Security Department #
State Excise Tax Registration #
DUNS #
N/A
The Surety Company which will furnish the required Contract Bond is
[Surety] [Address Line 1]
[Telephone Number] [Address Line 2]
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PROPOSAL BID BOND TO THE CITY OF RENTON
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That we, [Bidder] _________________________________
of [address] ______________________________________________________ as Principal, and
[Surety] _________________________________________ a corporation organized and existing
under the laws of the State of ________________________ as a surety corporation, and qualified
under the laws of the State of Washington to become surety upon bonds of contractors with
municipal corporations, as Surety, are jointly and severally held and firmly bound unto the City
of Renton in the full sum of five (5) percent of the total bid amount of the proposal of said
Principal for the work hereinafter described, for the payment of which, well and truly to be made,
we bind ourselves and our heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, and successors and
assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
The condition of the bond is such, that whereas the Principal herein is herewith submitting
his/her or its sealed proposal for the following public works construction project, to wit:
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes To Transit
said bid and proposal, by reference thereto, being made a part hereof.
NOW, THEREFORE, If the said proposal bid by said Principal be accepted, and the contract be
awarded to said Principal, and if said Principal shall duly make and enter into and execute said
contract and shall furnish contract bond as required by the City of Renton within a period of ten
(10) days from and after said award, exclusive of the day of such award, then this obligation shall
be null and void, otherwise it shall remain and be in full force and effect.
IN THE EVENT, the Principal, following award, fails to execute an Agreement with the City of
Renton in accordance with the terms of the Proposal and furnish a contract bond with Surety or
Sureties approved by the City of Renton within ten (10) days from and after said award, then
Principal shall forfeit the Bid Bond/Bid Proposal Deposit or Surety shall immediately pay and
forfeit to the City of Renton the amount of the Proposal Bid Bond, as set forth in RCW 35A.40.200
and RCW 35.23.352.
This Proposal Bid Bond shall be governed and construed by the laws of the State of Washington,
and venue shall be in King County, Washington.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the Principal and Surety have caused these presents to be signed and
sealed this ________ day of ____________________, 20______.
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PRINCIPAL SURETY
[Principal] [Surety]
[Signature of Authorized Official] [Signature of Authorized Official]
[Printed Name] [Printed Name]
[Title] [Title]
[Date] [Date]
Name and address of local office of
Agent and/or Surety Company:
Telephone:
Surety WAOIC #
Surety NAIC #
City of Renton
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IV. AGREEMENT FORMS
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AGREEMENT
CONTRACT NO. CAG-22-311
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this ________ day of ________________, ________
by and between the CITY OF RENTON, a municipal corporation of the State of Washington,
hereinafter referred to as “City” and _______________________________________________,
hereinafter referred to as “Contractor.”
WITNESSETH: That in consideration of the terms and conditions contained herein and attached
and made a part of this agreement, the parties hereto covenant and agree as follows:
1. The Contractor shall do all work and furnish all tools, materials, and equipment for:
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes To Transit in accordance with and as described in the attached
plans and specifications, and the 2022 Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge, and
Municipal Construction, as prepared by the Washington State Department of Transportation
(WSDOT) and the Washington State Chapter of the American Public Works Association
(APWA) which are by this reference incorporated herein and made part hereof and, shall
perform any changes in the work in accord with the Contract Documents.
The Contractor shall provide and bear the expense of all equipment, work and labor, of any
sort whatsoever that may be required for the transfer of materials and for constructing and
completing the work provided for in these Contract Documents except those items
mentioned therein to be furnished by the City.
2. The City hereby promises and agrees with the Contractor to employ, and does employ the
Contractor to provide the materials and to do and cause to be done the above described work
and to complete and furnish the same in accord with the attached plans and specifications
and the terms and conditions herein contained and hereby contracts to pay for the same
according to the attached specifications and the schedule of unit or itemized prices at the
time and in the manner and upon the conditions provided for in this contract
The sum total of all progress payments is not to exceed the Total Bid Amount listed in the
Schedule of Prices incorporated into this contract, unless the Total Bid Amount is amended
by change order(s) prepared and executed in accordance with these Contract Documents.
3. The Contractor for himself/herself, and for his/her heirs, executors, administrators,
successors, and assigns, does hereby agree to full performance of all covenants required of
the Contractor in the contract.
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4. It is further provided that no liability shall attach to the City by reason of entering into this
contract, except as provided herein.
5. In the event litigation is commenced to enforce this contract, the prevailing party shall be
entitled to recover its costs, including reasonable attorney’s and expert witness fees.
6. This contract is executed in two (2) identical counterparts, by the parties, each of which shall
for all purposes be deemed and original.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Contractor has executed this instrument, on the day and year first
below written and the Mayor has caused this instrument to be executed by and in the name of
the City of Renton the day and year first above written.
CONTRACTOR CITY OF RENTON
[Signature of Authorized Official] * Armondo Pavone, Mayor
[Title] ATTEST
[Business Name] Jason Seth, City Clerk
[Date]
* NOTE: Evidence of the signatory’s authority to sign the Agreement on behalf of the business entity shall be
submitted.
CONTRACTOR ADDRESS FOR GIVING NOTICES CITY OF RENTON ADDRESS FOR GIVING NOTICES
Transportation Systems Division
Renton City Hall – 5th Floor
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
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CONTRACT BOND TO THE CITY OF RENTON
Bond No. ________________
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, That we, (CONTRACTOR/PRINCIPAL) ______________________
of [address]________________________________________________ as PRINCIPAL , and
(SURETY)_________________________________________ a corporation organized and existing under
the laws of the State of ________________________ as a SURETY corporation, and qualified under the
laws of the State of Washington to become SURETY upon bonds of contractors with municipal
corporations, as SURETY , are jointly and severally held and firmly bound to the City of Renton
(CITY/OWNER) in the sum of________________________________________________ US Dollars
($________________________) Total Contract Amount, for the payment of which sum on demand we
bind ourselves and our heirs, successors, assigns, executors, administrators and personal
representatives, as the case may be. This obligation is entered into pursuant to the laws of the State of
Washington and the ordinances of the City of Renton.
Dated at _____________, Washington, this ________ day of ____________________, 20______.
NOW, THEREFORE THE CONDITIONS OF THE ABOVE OBLIGATION ARE AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, under and pursuant to Contract No. CAG-22-311 providing for construction of the NE Sunset
Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit ; the PRINCIPAL has accepted, or is about to
accept, the Contract, and undertake to perform the Work therein provided for in the manner and within
the time set forth.
· The SURETY indemnifies, defends, and protects and holds the CITY/OWNER, its officers, agents, and
assigns harmless from and against all claims, liabilities, causes of action, damages, and costs for such
payments for labor, equipment, and materials by satisfying all claims and demands incurred under
the Contract, and reimbursing and paying CITY/OWNER all expenses that CITY/OWNER may incur in
making good any default by PRINCIPAL; and, against any claim of direct or indirect loss resulting from
the failure of the PRINCIPAL, its heirs, executors, administrators, successors, or assigns, (or the
subcontractors or lower tier subcontractors of the PRINCIPAL) to pay all laborers, mechanics,
subcontractors, lower tier subcontractors material persons, and all persons who shall supply such
contractor or subcontractors with provisions and supplies for the carrying on of such work; and,
against any claim of direct or indirect loss resulting from the failure of the PRINCIPAL, its heirs,
executors, administrators, successors, or assigns (or any of the employees, subcontractors, or lower
tier subcontractors of the PRINCIPAL) to faithfully perform the Contract.
• The indemnities to CITY/OWNER shall also inure to the benefit of the Consulting Engineers and other
design professionals retained by OWNER in connection with the Project.
• No change, extension of time, alteration, or addition to the terms of the Contract or to the Work to
be performed under the Contract shall in any way affect SURETY 's obligation on the Contract Bond.
SURETY , for value received, hereby waives notice of any change, extension of time, alteration, or
addition to the terms of the Contract or the Work to be performed thereunder and agrees that
modifications and changes to the terms and conditions of the Contract that increase the total amount
to be paid the PRINCIPAL shall automatically increase the obligation of the SURETY on this Contract
Bond and notice to SURETY is not required for such increased obligation.
· This Contract Bond shall be governed and construed by the laws of the State of Washington, and
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venue shall be in King County, Washington.
FURTHERMORE, this Contract Bond shall be satisfied and released only upon the conditions that
PRINCIPAL or SURETY:
· Faithfully performs all provisions of the Contract and changes authorized by CITY/OWNER in the
manner and within the time specified as may be extended under the Contract;
· Pay, in accordance with Chapters 39.08, 39.12 and 60.28 Revised Code of Washington (RCW), the
sums due all workers, laborers, mechanics, subcontractors, lower tier subcontractors, material
suppliers, and all other persons or agents who supply labor, equipment, or materials for carrying on
of such work under the Contract;
· Pay all taxes, increases and penalties, if any, incurred on or related to the Contract under Titles 50 and
51 Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and any and all taxes imposed on the Principle under Title 82
RCW or any other law;
· Receives a written discharge/release of bond from CITY, signed by the Mayor or by a duly authorized
representative of CITY.
This Contract Bond shall be executed in two (2) original counterparts, and shall be signed by the parties’
duly authorized officers. This Contract Bond will only be accepted if is accompanied by a fully executed
and original power of attorney for the office executing on behalf of the SURETY.
PRINCIPAL SURETY
[PRINCIPAL] [SURETY]
[Signature of Authorized Official] [Signature of Authorized Official]
[Printed Name] [Printed Name]
[Title] [Title]
[Date] [Date]
Name and address of local office of
Agent and/or SURETY Company:
Telephone:
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FAIR PRACTICES AND NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
DECLARATION
I, by signing the Agreement, hereby declare, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the
United States that the following statements are true and correct:
1. That the undersigned person(s), firm, association or corporation affirms and subscribes to the
Fair Practices and Non-discrimination policies set forth by the law and by City of Renton
policy, adopted by Resolution No. 4085.
2. That by signing the signature page of this Agreement, I am deemed to have signed and to
have agreed to the provisions of this declaration.
CONTRACTOR
[Signature of Authorized Official] *
[Title]
[Business Name]
[Date]
City of Renton
Contract Provisions for
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INTRODUCTION TO THE SPECIAL PROVISIONS
(December 10, 2020 APWA GSP)
The work on this project shall be accomplished in accordance with the Standard Specifications
for Road, Bridge and Municipal Construction, 2022 edition, as issued by the Washington State
Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and the American Public Works Association (APWA),
Washington State Chapter (hereafter “Standard Specifications”). The Standard Specifications,
as modified or supplemented by these Special Provisions, all of which are made a part of the
Contract Documents, shall govern all of the Work.
These Special Provisions are made up of both General Special Provisions (GSPs) from various
sources, which may have project-specific fill-ins; and project-specific Special Provisions. Each
Provision either supplements, modifies, or replaces the comparable Standard Specification, or is
a new Provision. The deletion, amendment, alteration, or addition to any subsection or portion of
the Standard Specifications is meant to pertain only to that particular portion of the section, and
in no way should it be interpreted that the balance of the section does not apply.
The project-specific Special Provisions are not labeled as such. The GSPs are labeled under the
headers of each GSP, with the effective date of the GSP and its source. For example:
(March 8, 2013 APWA GSP)
(April 1, 2013 WSDOT GSP)
(***Ecology***) Project Specific Special Provision added by the Washington State Department
of Ecology
(***Renton***) Project Specific Special Provision added by the City of Renton
Also incorporated into the Contract Documents by reference are:
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, currently adopted
edition, with Washington State modifications, if any
Standard Plans for Road, Bridge and Municipal Construction, WSDOT/APWA, current
edition
*** Standard Plans for the City of Renton, City of Renton Public Works Department, current
edition, with the exception of City of Renton Standard Detail 117.1, which this project shall
reference a previous version of this standard detail, which is included in Appendix D.
Public Rights of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG), current edition ***
Contractor shall obtain copies of these publications, at Contractor’s own expense.
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DIVISION 1
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
(March 13, 1995 WSDOT GSP)
This Contract provides for the improvement of *** Adding a crossing and signal adjustments at
NE Sunset Boulevard and Edmonds Avenue NE, adding midblock crossings on NE Sunset
Boulevard between NE 10th Street and Kirkland Avenue NE. The work includes but is not limited
to: pavement markings, signage, direct-wired RRFBs, signal adjustments, curb ramp installation
and restoration, raised islands; *** and other work, all in accordance with the attached Contract
Plans, these Contract Provisions, and the Standard Specifications.
Neither the State of Washington nor any of its departments or employees are, or shall be, a party
to this contract or any subcontract.
1-01 DEFINITIONS AND TERMS
1-01.3 Definitions
Delete the heading Completion Dates and the three paragraphs that follow it, and replace them
with the following:
Dates
Bid Opening Date
The date on which the Contracting Agency publicly opens and reads the Bids.
Award Date
The date of the formal decision of the Contracting Agency to accept the lowest responsible
and responsive Bidder for the Work.
Contract Execution Date
The date the Contracting Agency officially binds the Agency to the Contract.
Notice to Proceed Date
The date stated in the Notice to Proceed on which the Contract time begins.
Substantial Completion Date
The day the Engineer determines the Contracting Agency has full and unrestricted use
and benefit of the facilities, both from the operational and safety standpoint, any remaining
traffic disruptions will be rare and brief, and only minor incidental work, replacement of
temporary substitute facilities, or correction or repair remains for the Physical Completion
of the total Contract.
Physical Completion Date
The day all of the Work is physically completed on the project. All documentation required
by the Contract and required by law does not necessarily need to be furnished by the
Contractor by this date.
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Completion Date
The day all the Work specified in the Contract is completed and all the obligations of the
Contractor under the contract are fulfilled by the Contractor. All documentation required
by the Contract and required by law must be furnished by the Contractor before
establishment of this date.
Final Acceptance Date
The date on which the Contracting Agency accepts the Work as complete.
Supplement this Section with the following:
All references in the Standard Specifications, Amendments, or WSDOT General Special
Provisions, to the terms “Department of Transportation”, “Washington State Transportation
Commission”, “Commission”, “Secretary of Transportation”, “Secretary”, “Headquarters”, and
“State Treasurer” shall be revised to read “Contracting Agency”.
All references to the terms “State” or “state” shall be revised to read “Contracting Agency”
unless the reference is to an administrative agency of the State of Washington, a State statute
or regulation, or the context reasonably indicates otherwise.
All references to “State Materials Laboratory” shall be revised to read “Contracting Agency
designated location”.
All references to “final contract voucher certification” shall be interpreted to mean the
Contracting Agency form(s) by which final payment is authorized, and final completion and
acceptance granted.
Additive
A supplemental unit of work or group of bid items, identified separately in the Bid Proposal,
which may, at the discretion of the Contracting Agency, be awarded in addition to the base
bid.
Alternate
One of two or more units of work or groups of bid items, identified separately in the Bid
Proposal, from which the Contracting Agency may make a choice between different methods
or material of construction for performing the same work.
Business Day
A business day is any day from Monday through Friday except holidays as listed in
Section 1-08.5.
Contract Bond
The definition in the Standard Specifications for “Contract Bond” applies to whatever bond
form(s) are required by the Contract Documents, which may be a combination of a Payment
Bond and a Performance Bond.
Contract Documents
See definition for “Contract”.
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Contract Time
The period of time established by the terms and conditions of the Contract within which the
Work must be physically completed.
Notice of Award
The written notice from the Contracting Agency to the successful Bidder signifying the
Contracting Agency’s acceptance of the Bid Proposal.
Notice to Proceed
The written notice from the Contracting Agency or Engineer to the Contractor authorizing and
directing the Contractor to proceed with the Work and establishing the date on which the
Contract time begins.
Traffic
Both vehicular and non-vehicular traffic, such as pedestrians, bicyclists, wheelchairs, and
equestrian traffic.
Section 1-01.3 is supplemented with the following:
District
King County Water District No. 90.
1-02 BID PROCEDURES AND CONDITIONS
1-02.1 Prequalification of Bidders
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
1-02.1 Qualifications of Bidder
(January 24, 2011 APWA GSP)
Before award of a public works contract, a bidder must meet at least the minimum
qualifications of RCW 39.04.350(1) to be considered a responsible bidder and qualified to be
awarded a public works project.
1-02.2 Plans and Specifications
(June 27, 2011 APWA GSP)
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
Information as to where Bid Documents can be obtained or reviewed can be found in the Call
for Bids (Advertisement for Bids) for the work.
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After award of the contract, plans and specifications will be issued to the Contractor at no cost
as detailed below:
To Prime Contractor No. of Sets Basis of Distribution
Reduced plans (11" x 17") *** 5 *** Furnished automatically upon
award.
Contract Provisions *** 5 *** Furnished automatically upon
award.
Large plans (e.g., 22" x 34") *** N/A *** Furnished only upon request.
Additional plans and Contract Provisions may be obtained by the Contractor from the source
stated in the Call for Bids, at the Contractor’s own expense.
1-02.4 Examination of Plans, Specifications, and Site of Work
1-02.4(1) General
(August 15, 2016 APWA GSP, Option B)
The first sentence of the last paragraph is revised to read:
Any prospective Bidder desiring an explanation or interpretation of the Bid Documents, shall
request the explanation or interpretation in writing by close of business *** 5 *** business days
preceding the bid opening to allow a written reply to reach all prospective Bidders before the
submission of their Bids.
1-02.4(2) Subsurface Information
(March 8, 2013 APWA GSP)
The second sentence in the first paragraph is revised to read:
The Summary of Geotechnical Conditions and the boring logs, if and when included as an
appendix to the Special Provisions, shall be considered as part of the Contract.
1-02.5 Proposal Forms
Delete Section 1-02.5 and replace it with the following:
(***Renton***)
The Proposal Form will identify the project and its location and describe the work. It will also
list estimated quantities, units of measurement, the items of work, and the materials to be
furnished at the unit bid prices. The bidder shall complete spaces on the proposal form that
call for, but are not limited to, unit prices; extensions; summations; the total bid amount;
signatures; date; and, where applicable, retail sales taxes and acknowledgment of addenda;
the bidder’s name, address, telephone number, and signature; a State of Washington
Contractor’s Registration Number; Unified Business Identifier (UBI); Industrial Insurance
Account Number, Employment Security Department Number and State Excise Tax
Registration Number. Bids shall be completed by typing or shall be printed in ink by hand,
preferably in black ink. The required certifications are included as part of the Proposal Form.
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The Contracting Agency reserves the right to arrange the proposal forms with alternates and
additives, if such be to the advantage of the Contracting Agency. The bidder shall bid on all
alternates and additives set forth in the Proposal Form unless otherwise specified.
1-02.6 Preparation of Proposal
Delete Section 1-02.6 and replace it with the following:
(***Renton***)
The Contracting Agency will accept only those Proposals properly executed on the physical
forms it provides, or electronic forms that the Bidder has been authorized to access. Unless it
approves in writing, the Contracting Agency will not accept Proposals on forms attached to
the Plans and stamped “Informational”.
All prices shall be in legible figures (not words) written in ink or typed, and expressed in U.S.
dollars and cents. The Proposal shall include:
1. A unit price for each item (omitting digits more than four places to the right of the decimal
point),
2. An extension for each unit price (omitting digits more than two places to the right of the
decimal point), and
3. The Total Bid Amount (the sum of all extensions).
4. If a minimum bid amount has been established for any item, the unit or lump sum price
must equal or exceed the minimum amount stated.
5. Any correction to a bid made by interlineation, alteration, or erasure, shall be initialed by
the signer of the bid.
In the space provided on the signature sheet, the Bidder shall confirm that all Addenda have
been received.
The Bidder shall submit with the Bid a list of:
1. Subcontractors who will perform the work of heating, ventilation and air conditioning,
plumbing as described in RCW 18.106 and electrical as described in RCW 19.28, and
2. The work those Subcontractors will perform on the Contract.
3. Shall not list more than one Subcontractor for each category of work identified, except,
when Subcontractors vary with Bid alternates, in which case the Bidder shall identify which
Subcontractor will be used for which alternate.
If no Subcontractor is listed, the Bidder acknowledges that it does not intend to use any
Subcontractor to perform those items of work.
The Bidder shall make no stipulation on the Bid Form, nor qualify the bid in any manner.
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Evidence of the signatory’s authority to sign the Bid Proposal on behalf of the business
entity shall be submitted with the Bid Proposal. Otherwise, the submitted Bid Proposal
will be considered irregular and non-responsive and may be rejected.
Section 1-02.6 is supplemented with the following new sections:
1-02.6(1) Recycled Materials Proposal (New Section)
(January 4, 2016 APWA GSP)
The Bidder shall submit with the Bid, its proposal for incorporating recycled materials into the
project, using the form provided in the Contract Provisions. *** Otherwise, the submitted Bid
Proposal will be considered irregular and non-responsive and will be rejected.***
(***Renton***)
1-02.6(2) Certification of Compliance with Wage Payment Statutes (New Section)
The Bidder shall submit with the Bid a completed and signed “Contractor Certification, Wage
Law Compliance – Responsibility Criteria, Washington State Public Works Contracts”
document where the Bidder under penalty of perjury verifies that the Bidder is in compliance
with responsible bidder criteria in RCW 39.04.350 subsection (1)(g), as required per
Section 1-02.14. Otherwise, the submitted Bid Proposal will be considered irregular and non-
responsive and will be rejected.
The Bidder may use the form provided in the Bid Documents. The form is also available at
http://wsdot.wa.gov/forms/pdfForms.html. The Bidder may download, print, complete and sign
the form to include with Bid. The DOT Form, DOT Form Number and revision date must match
the form included in the Bid Documents, otherwise the Bid will be regarded as irregular and
non-responsive and the Bid will be rejected.
1-02.7 Bid Deposit
(March 8, 2013 APWA GSP)
Supplement this section with the following:
Bid bonds shall contain the following:
1. Contracting Agency-assigned number for the project;
2. Name of the project;
3. The Contracting Agency named as obligee;
4. The amount of the bid bond stated either as a dollar figure or as a percentage which
represents five percent of the maximum bid amount that could be awarded;
5. Signature of the bidder’s officer empowered to sign official statements. The signature of
the person authorized to submit the bid should agree with the signature on the bond, and
the title of the person must accompany the said signature;
6. The signature of the surety’s officer empowered to sign the bond and the power of
attorney.
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If so stated in the Contract Provisions, bidder must use the bond form included in the Contract
Provisions.
If so stated in the Contract Provisions, cash will not be accepted for a bid deposit.
1-02.9 Delivery of Proposal
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
(***Renton***)
Each proposal shall be submitted in a sealed envelope, with the Project Name and Project
Number as stated in the Call for Bids clearly marked on the outside of the envelope, or as
otherwise required in the Bid Documents, to ensure proper handling and delivery.
The Contracting Agency will not consider Proposals it receives after the time fixed for opening
Bids in the call for Bids.
1-02.10 Withdrawing, Revising, or Supplementing Proposal
(July 23, 2015 APWA GSP)
Delete this section, and replace it with the following:
After submitting a physical Bid Proposal to the Contracting Agency, the Bidder may withdraw,
revise, or supplement it if:
1. The Bidder submits a written request signed by an authorized person and physically
delivers it to the place designated for receipt of Bid Proposals, and
2. The Contracting Agency receives the request before the time set for receipt of Bid
Proposals, and
3. The revised or supplemented Bid Proposal (if any) is received by the Contracting
Agency before the time set for receipt of Bid Proposals.
If the Bidder’s request to withdraw, revise, or supplement its Bid Proposal is received before
the time set for receipt of Bid Proposals, the Contracting Agency will return the unopened
Proposal package to the Bidder. The Bidder must then submit the revised or supplemented
package in its entirety. If the Bidder does not submit a revised or supplemented package, then
its bid shall be considered withdrawn.
Late revised or supplemented Bid Proposals or late withdrawal requests will be date recorded
by the Contracting Agency and returned unopened. Mailed, emailed, or faxed requests to
withdraw, revise, or supplement a Bid Proposal are not acceptable.
1-02.12 Public Opening of Proposals
Supplement Section 1-02.12 with the following:
(***Renton***)
The Contracting Agency reserves the right to postpone the date and/or time that sealed bids
are due and the bid opening. Notification to all bidders of any change will be by addenda.
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1-02.13 Irregular Proposals
Delete Section 1-02.13 and replace it with the following:
(***Renton***)
1. A proposal will be considered irregular and will be rejected if:
a. The Bidder is not prequalified when so required;
b. The authorized proposal form furnished by the Contracting Agency is not used or is
altered;
c. The completed proposal form contains any unauthorized additions, deletions, alternate
Bids, or conditions;
d. The Bidder adds provisions reserving the right to reject or accept the award, or enter
into the Contract;
e. A price per unit cannot be determined from the Bid Proposal;
f. The Proposal form is not properly executed;
h. The Bidder fails to submit with their Bid Proposal, an original Bid Proposal Deposit in
an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the Total Bid Amount, as required in
Section 1-02.7;
i. The Bidder elects to provide a Bid Bond for the Bid Proposal Deposit and does not
submit or properly execute the Proposal Bid Bond form included in the Bid Documents,
as required in Section 1-02.7;
j. The Bidder fails to submit or properly complete a Subcontractor list, if applicable, as
required in Section 1-02.6;
k. The Bidder fails to submit or properly complete the Proposal for Incorporating
Recycled Materials into the Project document, as required in Section 1-02.6(1).
l. The Bidder fails to submit or properly execute the Contractor Certification, Wage Law
Compliance – Responsibility Criteria, Washington State Public Works Contractors
document, as required in Section 1-02.6(2).
m. The Bid Proposal does not constitute a definite and unqualified offer to meet the
material terms of the Bid invitation; or
n. More than one proposal is submitted for the same project from a Bidder under the
same or different names.
2. A Proposal may be considered irregular and may be rejected if:
a. The Proposal does not include a unit price for every Bid item;
b. Any of the unit prices are excessively unbalanced (either above or below the amount
of a reasonable Bid) to the potential detriment of the Contracting Agency;
c. Receipt of Addenda is not acknowledged;
d. A member of a joint venture or partnership and the joint venture or partnership submit
Proposals for the same project (in such an instance, both Bids may be rejected); or
e. If Proposal form entries are not made in ink.
3. A Proposal will be considered irregular and may be rejected if:
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a. The Bidder fails to submit with their Bid Proposal, evidence of signatory’s authority to
sign the Bid Proposal on behalf of the business entity, as required in Section 1-02.6.
1-02.14 Disqualification of Bidders
(May 17, 2018 APWA GSP, Option A)
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
A Bidder will be deemed not responsible if the Bidder does not meet the mandatory bidder
responsibility criteria in RCW 39.04.350(1), as amended.
The Contracting Agency will verify that the Bidder meets the mandatory bidder responsibility
criteria in RCW 39.04.350(1). To assess bidder responsibility, the Contracting Agency
reserves the right to request documentation as needed from the Bidder and third parties
concerning the Bidder’s compliance with the mandatory bidder responsibility criteria.
If the Contracting Agency determines the Bidder does not meet the mandatory bidder
responsibility criteria in RCW 39.04.350(1) and is therefore not a responsible Bidder, the
Contracting Agency shall notify the Bidder in writing, with the reasons for its determination. If
the Bidder disagrees with this determination, it may appeal the determination within two
(2) business days of the Contracting Agency’s determination by presenting its appeal and any
additional information to the Contracting Agency. The Contracting Agency will consider the
appeal and any additional information before issuing its final determination. If the final
determination affirms that the Bidder is not responsible, the Contracting Agency will not
execute a contract with any other Bidder until at least two business days after the Bidder
determined to be not responsible has received the Contracting Agency’s final determination.
1-02.15 Pre-Award Information
(August 14, 2013 APWA GSP)
Revise this section to read:
Before awarding any contract, the Contracting Agency may require one or more of these items
or actions of the apparent lowest responsible bidder:
1. A complete statement of the origin, composition, and manufacture of any or all
materials to be used,
2. Samples of these materials for quality and fitness tests,
3. A progress schedule (in a form the Contracting Agency requires) showing the order of
and time required for the various phases of the work,
4. A breakdown of costs assigned to any bid item,
5. Attendance at a conference with the Engineer or representatives of the Engineer,
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6. Obtain, and furnish a copy of, a business license to do business in the city or county
where the work is located.
7. Any other information or action taken that is deemed necessary to ensure that the
bidder is the lowest responsible bidder.
1-03 AWARD AND EXECUTION OF CONTRACT
1-03.1 Consideration of Bids
(January 23, 2006 APWA GSP)
Revise the first paragraph to read:
After opening and reading proposals, the Contracting Agency will check them for correctness
of extensions of the prices per unit and the total price. If a discrepancy exists between the
price per unit and the extended amount of any bid item, the price per unit will control. If a
minimum bid amount has been established for any item and the bidder’s unit or lump sum
price is less than the minimum specified amount, the Contracting Agency will unilaterally
revise the unit or lump sum price, to the minimum specified amount and recalculate the
extension. The total of extensions, corrected where necessary, including sales taxes where
applicable and such additives and/or alternates as selected by the Contracting Agency, will
be used by the Contracting Agency for award purposes and to fix the Awarded Contract Price
amount and the amount of the contract bond.
1-03.1(1) Identical Bid Totals
(January 4, 2016 APWA GSP)
Revise this section to read:
After opening Bids, if two or more lowest responsive Bid totals are exactly equal, then the
tie-breaker will be the Bidder with an equal lowest bid, that proposed to use the highest
percentage of recycled materials in the Project, per the form submitted with the Bid Proposal.
If those percentages are also exactly equal, then the tie-breaker will be determined by drawing
as follows: Two or more slips of paper will be marked as follows: one marked “Winner” and
the other(s) marked “unsuccessful”. The slips will be folded to make the marking unseen. The
slips will be placed inside a box. One authorized representative of each Bidder shall draw a
slip from the box. Bidders shall draw in alphabetic order by the name of the firm as registered
with the Washington State Department of Licensing. The slips shall be unfolded and the firm
with the slip marked “Winner” will be determined to be the successful Bidder and eligible for
Award of the Contract. Only those Bidders who submitted a Bid total that is exactly equal to
the lowest responsive Bid, and with a proposed recycled materials percentage that is exactly
equal to the highest proposed recycled materials amount, are eligible to draw.
1-03.3 Execution of Contract
(October 1, 2005 APWA GSP)
Revise this section to read:
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Copies of the Contract Provisions, including the unsigned Form of Contract, will be available
for signature by the successful bidder on the first business day following award. The number
of copies to be executed by the Contractor will be determined by the Contracting Agency.
Within ten (10) calendar days after the award date, the successful bidder shall return the
signed Contracting Agency-prepared contract, an insurance certification as required by
Section 1-07.18, and a satisfactory bond as required by law and Section 1-03.4. Before
execution of the contract by the Contracting Agency, the successful bidder shall provide any
pre-award information the Contracting Agency may require under Section 1-02.15.
Until the Contracting Agency executes a contract, no proposal shall bind the Contracting
Agency nor shall any work begin within the project limits or within Contracting
Agency-furnished sites. The Contractor shall bear all risks for any work begun outside such
areas and for any materials ordered before the contract is executed by the Contracting
Agency.
If the bidder experiences circumstances beyond their control that prevents return of the
contract documents within ten calendar days after the award date stated above, the
Contracting Agency may grant up to a maximum of zero (0) additional calendar days for return
of the documents, provided the Contracting Agency deems the circumstances warrant it.
1-03.4 Contract Bond
(July 23, 2015 APWA GSP)
Delete the first paragraph and replace it with the following:
The successful bidder shall provide executed payment and performance bond(s) for the full
contract amount. The bond may be a combined payment and performance bond; or be
separate payment and performance bonds. In the case of separate payment and performance
bonds, each shall be for the full contract amount. The bond(s) shall:
1. Be on Contracting Agency-furnished form(s);
2. Be signed by an approved surety (or sureties) that:
a. Is registered with the Washington State Insurance Commissioner, and
b. Appears on the current Authorized Insurance List in the State of Washington
published by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner,
3. Guarantee that the Contractor will perform and comply with all obligations, duties, and
conditions under the Contract, including but not limited to the duty and obligation to
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indemnify, defend, and protect the Contracting Agency against all losses and claims
related directly or indirectly from any failure:
a. Of the Contractor (or any of the employees, subcontractors, or lower tier
subcontractors of the Contractor) to faithfully perform and comply with all contract
obligations, conditions, and duties, or
b. Of the Contractor (or the subcontractors or lower tier subcontractors of the
Contractor) to pay all laborers, mechanics, subcontractors, lower tier
subcontractors, material person, or any other person who provides supplies or
provisions for carrying out the work;
4. Be conditioned upon the payment of taxes, increases, and penalties incurred on the
project under titles 50, 51, and 82 RCW; and
5. Be accompanied by a power of attorney for the Surety’s officer empowered to sign the
bond; and
6. Be signed by an officer of the Contractor empowered to sign official statements (sole
proprietor or partner). If the Contractor is a corporation, the bond(s) must be signed by
the president or vice president, unless accompanied by written proof of the authority
of the individual signing the bond(s) to bind the corporation (i.e., corporate resolution,
power of attorney, or a letter to such effect signed by the president or vice president).
1-03.7 Judicial Review
(November 30, 2018 APWA GSP)
Revise this section to read:
Any decision made by the Contracting Agency regarding the Award and execution of the
Contract or Bid rejection shall be conclusive subject to the scope of judicial review permitted
under Washington Law. Such review, if any, shall be timely filed in the Superior Court of the
county where the Contracting Agency headquarters is located, provided that where an action
is asserted against a county, RCW 36.01.050 shall control venue and jurisdiction.
1-04 SCOPE OF THE WORK
1-04.2 Coordination of Contract Documents, Plans, Special Provisions,
Specifications, and Addenda
(December 10, 2020 APWA GSP)
Revise the second paragraph to read:
Any inconsistency in the parts of the contract shall be resolved by following this order of
precedence (e.g., 1 presiding over 2, 2 over 3, 3 over 4, and so forth):
1. Addenda,
2. Proposal Form,
3. Special Provisions,
4. Contract Plans,
5. Standard Specifications,
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6. Contracting Agency’s Standard Plans or Details (if any), and
7. WSDOT Standard Plans for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction (2022 Edition).
1-04.8 Progress Estimates and Payments
Section 1-04.8 is supplemented as follows:
(***Renton***)
The Contractor is encouraged to provide to the Engineer prior to progress payments an
estimate of lump sum work accomplished to date. The Engineer’s calculations and decisions
shall be final in regard to the actual percentage of any lump sum pay item accomplished and
eligible for payment unless another specific method of calculating lump sum payments is
provided elsewhere in the specifications.
The Contractor shall show in his progress payment application the amount of that payment
that is attributed to each of the Bid Schedules, as applicable.
Add the following new section:
1-04.12 Contractor-Discovered Discrepancies (New Section)
(***Renton***)
Upon receipt of award of Contract, Contractor shall carefully study and compare all the
components of the Contract Documents and other instructions, and check and verify all field
measurements. Contractor shall, prior to ordering material or performing work, report in writing
to Engineer any error, inconsistency, or omission in respect to design or mode of construction,
which is discovered. If Contractor, in the course of this study or in the accomplishment of the
work, finds any discrepancy between the Plans and the physical condition of the locality as
represented in the Plans, or any such errors or omissions in respect to design or mode of
construction in the Plans or in the layout as given by points and instructions, it shall be
Contractor’s duty to inform Engineer immediately in writing, and Engineer will promptly check
the same. Any work done after such discovery, until correction of Plans or authorization of
extra work is given, if Engineer finds that extra work is involved, will be done at Contractor’s
risk. If extra work is involved, the procedure shall be as provided in Section 1-04.4 of the
Standard Specifications.
1-05 CONTROL OF WORK
1-05.4 Conformity with and Deviations From Plans and Stakes
Section 1-05.4 is supplemented with the following:
(***Renton***)
Contractor Supplied Surveying
Copies of the Contracting Agency provided primary survey control data are available for the
bidder’s inspection at the office of the Project Engineer.
The Contractor shall be responsible for setting, maintaining, and resetting all alignment
stakes, slope stakes, and grades necessary for the construction of the surfacing, paving,
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channelization and pavement marking, signals, and signing. Except for the survey control data
to be furnished by the Contracting Agency, calculations, surveying, and measuring required
for setting and maintaining the necessary lines and grades shall be the Contractor’s
responsibility.
The Contractor shall inform the Engineer when monuments are discovered that were not
identified in the Plans and construction activity may disturb or damage the monuments. All
monuments noted on the plans “DO NOT DISTURB” shall be protected throughout the length
of the project or be replaced at the Contractors expense.
Detailed survey records shall be maintained, including a description of the work performed on
each shift, the methods utilized, and the control points used. The record shall be adequate to
allow the survey to be reproduced. A copy of each day’s record shall be provided to the
Engineer within three working days after the end of the shift.
The meaning of words and terms used in this provision shall be as listed in “Definitions of
Surveying and Associated Terms” current edition, published by the American Congress on
Surveying and Mapping and the American Society of Civil Engineers.
The survey work shall include but not be limited to the following:
1. Verify the primary horizontal and vertical control furnished by the Contracting Agency
and expand into secondary control by adding stakes and hubs as well as additional
survey control needed for the project. Provide descriptions of secondary control to the
Contracting Agency. The description shall include coordinates and elevations of all
secondary control points.
2. Establish, the centerlines of all alignments, by placing hubs, stakes, or marks on
centerline or on offsets to centerline at all curve points (PCs, PTs, and PIs) and at
points on the alignments spaced no further than 50 feet.
3. Establish the horizontal and vertical location of all drainage features, placing offset
stakes to all drainage structures and to pipes at a horizontal interval not greater than
25 feet.
4. Establish the horizontal and vertical location of all curbs, curb ramps, sidewalks and
driveway entrances, placing offset stakes to the curb ramp points specified in the plans
and curb flow lines at horizontal intervals not greater than 20 feet between specified
points/flowline elevations.
5. Establish roadbed and surfacing elevations by placing stakes at the top of subgrade
and at the top of each course of surfacing. Subgrade and surfacing stakes shall be set
at horizontal intervals not greater than 20 feet in tangent sections and at 10-foot
intervals in intersection/parking island radii with a radius less than 40 feet.
Transversely, stakes shall be placed at all locations where the roadway slope changes
and at additional points such that the transverse spacing of stakes is not more than
12 feet. If GPS Machine Controls are used to provide grade control, then roadbed and
surfacing stakes may be omitted at the discretion of the Contractor.
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6. Establish intermediate elevation benchmarks as needed to check work throughout the
project.
7. Provide references for paving pins at 20-foot intervals or provide simultaneous
surveying to establish location and elevation of paving pins as they are being placed.
8. For all other types of construction included in this provision, (including but not limited
to constructing channelization and pavement marking, illumination and signals, , and
signing) provide staking and layout as necessary to adequately locate, construct, and
check the specific construction activity.
9. The Contractor shall collect additional topographic survey data as needed in order to
match into existing roadways such that the transition from the new pavement to the
existing pavement is smooth and that the pavement and ditches drain properly. If
changes to the profiles or roadway sections shown in the contract plans are needed
to achieve proper smoothness and drainage where matching into existing features,
the Contractor shall submit these changes to the Project Engineer for review and
approval 10 days prior to the beginning of work.
The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Agency copies of any calculations and staking
data when requested by the Engineer.
To facilitate the establishment of these lines and elevations, the Contracting Agency will
provide the Contractor with primary survey control information consisting of descriptions of
two primary control points used for the horizontal and vertical control, and descriptions of two
additional primary control points for every additional three miles of project length. Primary
control points will be described by reference to the project alignment and the coordinate
system and elevation datum utilized by the project. In addition, the Contracting Agency will
supply horizontal coordinates for the beginning and ending points and for each Point of
Intersection (PI) on each alignment included in the project.
The Contractor shall ensure a surveying accuracy within the following tolerances:
Vertical Horizontal
Slope Stakes ±0.10 feet ±0.10 feet
Subgrade Grade Stakes Set
0.04 Feet Below Grade
±0.01 feet ±0.5 feet
(parallel to alignment)
±0.1 feet
(normal to alignment)
Stationing on Roadway NA ±0.1 feet
Alignment on Roadway NA ±0.04 feet
Surfacing Grade Stakes ±0.01 feet ±0.5 feet
(parallel to alignment)
±0.1 feet
(normal to alignment)
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Vertical Horizontal
Roadway Paving Pins for
Surfacing or Paving
±0.01 feet ±0.2 feet
(parallel to alignment)
±0.1 feet
(normal to alignment)
Storm Drainage Pipe Invert
Elevation
±0.01 feet ±0.1 feet
The Contracting Agency may spot-check the Contractor’s surveying. These spot-checks will
not change the requirements for normal checking by the Contractor.
When staking roadway alignment and stationing, the Contractor shall perform independent
checks from different secondary control to ensure that the points staked are within the
specified survey accuracy tolerances.
The Contractor shall calculate coordinates for the alignment. The Contracting Agency will
verify these coordinates prior to issuing approval to the Contractor for commencing with the
work. The Contracting Agency will require up to seven calendar days from the date the data
is received.
Contract work to be performed using contractor-provided stakes shall not begin until the
stakes are approved by the Contracting Agency. Such approval shall not relieve the
Contractor of responsibility for the accuracy of the stakes.
Stakes shall be marked in accordance with Standard Plan A-10.10-00. When stakes are
needed that are not described in the Plans, then those stakes shall be marked, at no additional
cost to the Contracting Agency as ordered by the Engineer.
(April 2, 2018 WSDOT GSP, Option 4)
Contractor Surveying – ADA Features
ADA Feature Staking Requirements
The Contractor shall be responsible for setting, maintaining, and resetting all alignment
stakes, and grades necessary for the construction of the ADA features. Calculations,
surveying, and measuring required for setting and maintaining the necessary lines and
grades shall be the Contractor's responsibility. The Contractor shall build the ADA
features within the specifications in the Standard Plans and contract documents.
ADA Feature As-Built Measurements
The Contractor shall be responsible for providing electronic As-Built records of all ADA
feature improvements completed in the Contract.
The survey work shall include but not be limited to completing the measurements,
recording the required measurements and completing other data fill-ins found on the ADA
Measurement Forms, and transmitting the electronic Forms to the Engineer. The ADA
Measurement Forms are found at the following website location:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Design/ADAGuidance.htm
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In the instance where an ADA Feature does not meet accessibility requirements, all work
to replace non-conforming work and then to measure, record the as-built measurements,
and transmit the electronic Forms to the Engineer shall be completed at no additional cost
to the Contracting Agency, as ordered by the Engineer.
Payment
Payment will be made in accordance with Section 1-04.1 for the following bid item when
included in the proposal:
“Contractor Surveying”, lump sum.
The lump sum contract price for “Contractor Surveying” shall be full pay for all labor,
equipment, materials, and supervision utilized to perform the work as specified, including ADA
features and including any resurveying, checking, correction of errors, replacement of missing
or damaged stakes, and coordination efforts.
1-05.8 Vacant
Section 1-05.8, including title, is replaced with the following:
(***Renton***)
1-05.8 Contractor Provided As-Built Information
It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to record the location prior to the backfilling of the
trenches, by centerline station, offset, and depth below pavement, of all existing utilities
uncovered or crossed during his work as covered under this project.
It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to have his surveyor locate by centerline station,
offset, and elevation for each major item of work done under this contract. Major items of work
shall include but not be limited to: manholes, catch basins and inlets, valves, vertical and
horizontal bends, junction boxes, cleanouts, side sewers, street lights and standards,
hydrants, major changes in design grade, vaults, culverts, signal poles, electrical cabinets,
bridges and structures.
After the completion of the work covered by this contract, the Contractor’s surveyor shall
provide to the City the hard covered field book(s) containing the as-built notes and one full
size set of white prints of the project drawings upon which he has plotted the notes of the
Contractor locating existing utilities, and one full size set of white prints of the project drawings
upon which he has plotted the as built location of the new work as recorded in the field book(s).
This drawing shall bear the surveyor’s seal and signature certifying its accuracy.
Payment
No separate payment will be made for contractor provided as-built information.
.
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1-05.7 Removal of Defective and Unauthorized Work
(October 1, 2005 APWA GSP)
Supplement this section with the following:
If the Contractor fails to remedy defective or unauthorized work within the time specified in a
written notice from the Engineer, or fails to perform any part of the work required by the
Contract Documents, the Engineer may correct and remedy such work as may be identified
in the written notice, with Contracting Agency forces or by such other means as the
Contracting Agency may deem necessary.
If the Contractor fails to comply with a written order to remedy what the Engineer determines
to be an emergency situation, the Engineer may have the defective and unauthorized work
corrected immediately, have the rejected work removed and replaced, or have work the
Contractor refuses to perform completed by using Contracting Agency or other forces. An
emergency situation is any situation when, in the opinion of the Engineer, a delay in its remedy
could be potentially unsafe, or might cause serious risk of loss or damage to the public.
Direct or indirect costs incurred by the Contracting Agency attributable to correcting and
remedying defective or unauthorized work, or work the Contractor failed or refused to perform,
shall be paid by the Contractor. Payment will be deducted by the Engineer from monies due,
or to become due, the Contractor. Such direct and indirect costs shall include in particular, but
without limitation, compensation for additional professional services required, and costs for
repair and replacement of work of others destroyed or damaged by correction, removal, or
replacement of the Contractor’s unauthorized work.
No adjustment in contract time or compensation will be allowed because of the delay in the
performance of the work attributable to the exercise of the Contracting Agency’s rights
provided by this Section.
The rights exercised under the provisions of this section shall not diminish the Contracting
Agency’s right to pursue any other avenue for additional remedy or damages with respect to
the Contractor’s failure to perform the work as required.
1-05.11 Final Inspection
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
1-05.11 Final Inspections and Operational Testing
(October 1, 2005 APWA GSP)
1-05.11(1) Substantial Completion Date
When the Contractor considers the work to be substantially complete, the Contractor shall so
notify the Engineer and request the Engineer establish the Substantial Completion Date. The
Contractor’s request shall list the specific items of work that remain to be completed in order
to reach physical completion. The Engineer will schedule an inspection of the work with the
Contractor to determine the status of completion. The Engineer may also establish the
Substantial Completion Date unilaterally.
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If, after this inspection, the Engineer concurs with the Contractor that the work is substantially
complete and ready for its intended use, the Engineer, by written notice to the Contractor, will
set the Substantial Completion Date. If, after this inspection the Engineer does not consider
the work substantially complete and ready for its intended use, the Engineer will, by written
notice, so notify the Contractor giving the reasons therefor.
Upon receipt of written notice concurring in or denying substantial completion, whichever is
applicable, the Contractor shall pursue vigorously, diligently and without unauthorized
interruption, the work necessary to reach Substantial and Physical Completion. The
Contractor shall provide the Engineer with a revised schedule indicating when the Contractor
expects to reach substantial and physical completion of the work.
The above process shall be repeated until the Engineer establishes the Substantial
Completion Date and the Contractor considers the work physically complete and ready for
final inspection.
1-05.11(2) Final Inspection and Physical Completion Date
When the Contractor considers the work physically complete and ready for final inspection,
the Contractor by written notice, shall request the Engineer to schedule a final inspection. The
Engineer will set a date for final inspection. The Engineer and the Contractor will then make
a final inspection and the Engineer will notify the Contractor in writing of all particulars in which
the final inspection reveals the work incomplete or unacceptable. The Contractor shall
immediately take such corrective measures as are necessary to remedy the listed
deficiencies. Corrective work shall be pursued vigorously, diligently, and without interruption
until physical completion of the listed deficiencies. This process will continue until the Engineer
is satisfied the listed deficiencies have been corrected.
If action to correct the listed deficiencies is not initiated within 7 days after receipt of the written
notice listing the deficiencies, the Engineer may, upon written notice to the Contractor, take
whatever steps are necessary to correct those deficiencies pursuant to Section 1-05.7.
The Contractor will not be allowed an extension of contract time because of a delay in the
performance of the work attributable to the exercise of the Engineer’s right hereunder.
Upon correction of all deficiencies, the Engineer will notify the Contractor and the Contracting
Agency, in writing, of the date upon which the work was considered physically complete. That
date shall constitute the Physical Completion Date of the contract, but shall not imply acceptance
of the work or that all the obligations of the Contractor under the contract have been fulfilled.
1-05.11(3) Operational Testing
It is the intent of the Contracting Agency to have at the Physical Completion Date a complete and
operable system. Therefore when the work involves the installation of machinery or other
mechanical equipment; street lighting, electrical distribution or signal systems; irrigation systems;
buildings; or other similar work it may be desirable for the Engineer to have the Contractor operate
and test the work for a period of time after final inspection but prior to the physical completion
date. Whenever items of work are listed in the Contract Provisions for operational testing they
shall be fully tested under operating conditions for the time period specified to ensure their
acceptability prior to the Physical Completion Date. During and following the test period, the
Contractor shall correct any items of workmanship, materials, or equipment which prove faulty, or
that are not in first class operating condition. Equipment, electrical controls, meters, or other
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devices and equipment to be tested during this period shall be tested under the observation of the
Engineer, so that the Engineer may determine their suitability for the purpose for which they were
installed. The Physical Completion Date cannot be established until testing and corrections have
been completed to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
The costs for power, gas, labor, material, supplies, and everything else needed to successfully
complete operational testing, shall be included in the unit contract prices related to the system
being tested, unless specifically set forth otherwise in the proposal.
Operational and test periods, when required by the Engineer, shall not affect a manufacturer’s
guaranties or warranties furnished under the terms of the contract.
1-05.13 Superintendents, Labor, and Equipment of Contractor
(August 14, 2013 APWA GSP)
Delete the sixth and seventh paragraphs of this section.
1-05.14 Cooperation With Other Contractors
Section 1-05.14 is supplemented with the following:
(March 13, 1995 WSDOT GSP, Option 1)
Other Contracts Or Other Work
It is anticipated that the following work adjacent to or within the limits of this project will be
performed by others during the course of this project and will require coordination of the work:
*** Other utilities, districts, agencies, and contractors who may be working within the
project area are:
1. Puget Sound Energy – Power, Potelco, Inc.; Refer to Section 8-31 for relocation
information.
2. Puget Sound Energy – Gas, InfraSource Construction, LLC; Gas main relocations
have been constructed prior to this project. Relocated gas main is shown as
existing in the Plans.
3. CenturyLink – Telecommunications
4. Comcast Cable – Telecommunications; Refer to Section 8-31 for relocation
information.
5. City of Renton – Water, Storm Sewer, Traffic Operations, Telecommunications;
Refer to Section 8-20 for coordination information.
6. Renton School District – Telecommunications;
7. Water District 90;
8. Private contractors employed by adjacent property owners, including the Solera
development, north of NE Sunset Blvd between 10th Street and Kirkland Street.
***
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1-05.11 Final Inspection
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
1-05.11 Final Inspections and Operational Testing
(October 1, 2005 APWA GSP)
1-05.11(1) Substantial Completion Date
When the Contractor considers the work to be substantially complete, the Contractor shall
so notify the Engineer and request the Engineer establish the Substantial Completion Date.
The Contractor’s request shall list the specific items of work that remain to be completed in
order to reach physical completion. The Engineer will schedule an inspection of the work
with the Contractor to determine the status of completion. The Engineer may also establish
the Substantial Completion Date unilaterally.
If, after this inspection, the Engineer concurs with the Contractor that the work is
substantially complete and ready for its intended use, the Engineer, by written notice to the
Contractor, will set the Substantial Completion Date. If, after this inspection the Engineer
does not consider the work substantially complete and ready for its intended use, the
Engineer will, by written notice, so notify the Contractor giving the reasons therefor.
Upon receipt of written notice concurring in or denying substantial completion, whichever is
applicable, the Contractor shall pursue vigorously, diligently and without unauthorized
interruption, the work necessary to reach Substantial and Physical Completion. The
Contractor shall provide the Engineer with a revised schedule indicating when the
Contractor expects to reach substantial and physical completion of the work.
The above process shall be repeated until the Engineer establishes the Substantial
Completion Date and the Contractor considers the work physically complete and ready for
final inspection.
1-05.11(2) Final Inspection and Physical Completion Date
When the Contractor considers the work physically complete and ready for final inspection,
the Contractor by written notice, shall request the Engineer to schedule a final inspection.
The Engineer will set a date for final inspection. The Engineer and the Contractor will then
make a final inspection and the Engineer will notify the Contractor in writing of all particulars
in which the final inspection reveals the work incomplete or unacceptable. The Contractor
shall immediately take such corrective measures as are necessary to remedy the listed
deficiencies. Corrective work shall be pursued vigorously, diligently, and without interruption
until physical completion of the listed deficiencies. This process will continue until the
Engineer is satisfied the listed deficiencies have been corrected.
If action to correct the listed deficiencies is not initiated within 7 days after receipt of the
written notice listing the deficiencies, the Engineer may, upon written notice to the
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Contractor, take whatever steps are necessary to correct those deficiencies pursuant to
Section 1-05.7.
The Contractor will not be allowed an extension of contract time because of a delay in the
performance of the work attributable to the exercise of the Engineer’s right hereunder.
Upon correction of all deficiencies, the Engineer will notify the Contractor and the Contracting
Agency, in writing, of the date upon which the work was considered physically complete. That
date shall constitute the Physical Completion Date of the contract, but shall not imply
acceptance of the work or that all the obligations of the Contractor under the contract have
been fulfilled.
1-05.11(3) Operational Testing
It is the intent of the Contracting Agency to have at the Physical Completion Date a
complete and operable system. Therefore when the work involves the installation of
machinery or other mechanical equipment; street lighting, electrical distribution or signal
systems; irrigation systems; buildings; or other similar work it may be desirable for the
Engineer to have the Contractor operate and test the work for a period of time after final
inspection but prior to the physical completion date. Whenever items of work are listed in the
Contract Provisions for operational testing they shall be fully tested under operating
conditions for the time period specified to ensure their acceptability prior to the Physical
Completion Date. During and following the test period, the Contractor shall correct any items
of workmanship, materials, or equipment which prove faulty, or that are not in first class
operating condition. Equipment, electrical controls, meters, or other devices and equipment
to be tested during this period shall be tested under the observation of the Engineer, so that
the Engineer may determine their suitability for the purpose for which they were installed.
The Physical Completion Date cannot be established until testing and corrections have been
completed to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
The costs for power, gas, labor, material, supplies, and everything else needed to
successfully complete operational testing, shall be included in the unit contract prices
related to the system being tested, unless specifically set forth otherwise in the proposal.
Operational and test periods, when required by the Engineer, shall not affect a manufacturer’s
guaranties or warranties furnished under the terms of the contract.
1-05.15 Method of Serving Notices
(March 25, 2009 APWA GSP)
Revise the second paragraph to read:
All correspondence from the Contractor shall be directed to the Project Engineer. All
correspondence from the Contractor constituting any notification, notice of protest, notice of
dispute, or other correspondence constituting notification required to be furnished under the
Contract, must be in paper format, hand delivered or sent via mail delivery service to the
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Project Engineer's office. Electronic copies such as e-mails or electronically delivered copies
of correspondence will not constitute such notice and will not comply with the requirements of
the Contract.
Add the following new section:
1-05.16 Water and Power (New Section)
(October 1, 2005 APWA GSP)
The Contractor shall make necessary arrangements, and shall bear the costs for power and
water necessary for the performance of the work, unless the contract includes power and
water as a pay item.
1-06 Control of Material
1-06.1(2) Request for Approval of Materials (RAM)
Supplement this section with the following:
(***Renton***)
The Engineer will require up to 7 calendar days from the date each RAM is submitted until it
is returned to the Contractor. The Contractor shall not proceed with the Work represented by
the RAM until comments from the Engineer have been addressed.
1-06.6 Recycled Materials
(January 4, 2016 APWA GSP)
Delete this section, including its subsections, and replace it with the following:
The Contractor shall make their best effort to utilize recycled materials in the construction of
the project. Approval of such material use shall be as detailed elsewhere in the Standard
Specifications.
Prior to Physical Completion the Contractor shall report the quantity of recycled materials that
were utilized in the construction of the project for each of the items listed in Section 9-03.21.
The report shall include hot mix asphalt, recycled concrete aggregate, recycled glass, steel
furnace slag and other recycled materials (e.g. utilization of on-site material and aggregates
from concrete returned to the supplier). The Contractor’s report shall be provided on
DOT form 350-075 Recycled Materials Reporting.
1-07 LEGAL RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE PUBLIC
1-07.1 Laws to be Observed
Supplement this section with the following:
(October 1, 2005 APWA GSP)
In cases of conflict between different safety regulations, the more stringent regulation shall
apply.
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The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries shall be the sole and paramount
administrative agency responsible for the administration of the provisions of the Washington
Industrial Safety and Health Act of 1973 (WISHA).
The Contractor shall maintain at the project site office, or other well known place at the project
site, all articles necessary for providing first aid to the injured. The Contractor shall establish,
publish, and make known to all employees, procedures for ensuring immediate removal to a
hospital, or doctor’s care, persons, including employees, who may have been injured on the
project site. Employees should not be permitted to work on the project site before the
Contractor has established and made known procedures for removal of injured persons to a
hospital or a doctor’s care.
The Contractor shall have sole responsibility for the safety, efficiency, and adequacy of the
Contractor’s plant, appliances, and methods, and for any damage or injury resulting from their
failure, or improper maintenance, use, or operation. The Contractor shall be solely and
completely responsible for the conditions of the project site, including safety for all persons
and property in the performance of the work. This requirement shall apply continuously, and
not be limited to normal working hours. The required or implied duty of the Engineer to conduct
construction review of the Contractor’s performance does not, and shall not, be intended to
include review and adequacy of the Contractor’s safety measures in, on, or near the project
site.
Compliance with State and Local Laws
The construction of the project, including all subcontracted work, shall conform to the
applicable requirements of state and local laws and ordinances.
Confined Space
Confined spaces are known to exist at the following locations:
*** Electrical Vaults ***
The Contractor shall be fully responsible for the safety and health of all on-site workers and
compliant with Washington Administrative Code (WAC 296-809).
The Contractor shall prepare and implement a confined space program for each of the
confined spaces identified above. The Contractors Confined Space program shall be sent to
the Contracting Agency at least 30 days prior to the Contractor beginning work in or adjacent
to the confined space. No work shall be performed in or adjacent to the confined space until
the plan is submitted to the Engineer as required. The Contractor shall communicate with the
Engineer to ensure a coordinated effort for providing and maintaining a safe worksite for both
the Contracting Agency’s and Contractor’s workers when working in or near a confined space.
All costs to prepare and implement the confined space program shall be included in the bid
prices for the various items associated with the confined space work.
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(May 13, 2020 WSDOT GSP, Option 4)
In response to COVID-19, the Contractor shall prepare a project specific COVID-19 health
and safety plan (CHSP) in conformance with Section 1-07.4(2) as supplemented in these
specifications, COVID-19 Health and Safety Plan (CHSP).
1-07.2 State Taxes
Delete this section, including its sub-sections, in its entirety and replace it with the following:
1-07.2 State Sales Tax
(June 27, 2011 APWA GSP)
The Washington State Department of Revenue has issued special rules on the State sales
tax. Sections 1-07.2(1) through 1-07.2(3) are meant to clarify those rules. The Contractor
should contact the Washington State Department of Revenue for answers to questions in this
area. The Contracting Agency will not adjust its payment if the Contractor bases a bid on a
misunderstood tax liability.
The Contractor shall include all Contractor-paid taxes in the unit bid prices or other contract
amounts. In some cases, however, state retail sales tax will not be included. Section 1-07.2(2)
describes this exception.
The Contracting Agency will pay the retained percentage (or release the Contract Bond if a
FHWA-funded Project) only if the Contractor has obtained from the Washington State
Department of Revenue a certificate showing that all contract-related taxes have been paid
(RCW 60.28.051). The Contracting Agency may deduct from its payments to the Contractor
any amount the Contractor may owe the Washington State Department of Revenue, whether
the amount owed relates to this contract or not. Any amount so deducted will be paid into the
proper State fund.
1-07.2(1) State Sales Tax — Rule 171
WAC 458-20-171, and its related rules, apply to building, repairing, or improving streets,
roads, etc., which are owned by a municipal corporation, or political subdivision of the state,
or by the United States, and which are used primarily for foot or vehicular traffic. This includes
storm or combined sewer systems within and included as a part of the street or road drainage
system and power lines when such are part of the roadway lighting system. For work
performed in such cases, the Contractor shall include Washington State Retail Sales Taxes
in the various unit bid item prices, or other contract amounts, including those that the
Contractor pays on the purchase of the materials, equipment, or supplies used or consumed
in doing the work.
1-07.2(2) State Sales Tax — Rule 170
WAC 458-20-170, and its related rules, apply to the constructing and repairing of new or
existing buildings, or other structures, upon real property. This includes, but is not limited to,
the construction of streets, roads, highways, etc., owned by the state of Washington; water
mains and their appurtenances; sanitary sewers and sewage disposal systems unless such
sewers and disposal systems are within, and a part of, a street or road drainage system;
telephone, telegraph, electrical power distribution lines, or other conduits or lines in or above
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streets or roads, unless such power lines become a part of a street or road lighting system;
and installing or attaching of any article of tangible personal property in or to real property,
whether or not such personal property becomes a part of the realty by virtue of installation.
For work performed in such cases, the Contractor shall collect from the Contracting Agency,
retail sales tax on the full contract price. The Contracting Agency will automatically add this
sales tax to each payment to the Contractor. For this reason, the Contractor shall not include
the retail sales tax in the unit bid item prices, or in any other contract amount subject to
Rule 170, with the following exception.
Exception: The Contracting Agency will not add in sales tax for a payment the Contractor or
a subcontractor makes on the purchase or rental of tools, machinery, equipment, or
consumable supplies not integrated into the project. Such sales taxes shall be included in the
unit bid item prices or in any other contract amount.
1-07.2(3) Services
The Contractor shall not collect retail sales tax from the Contracting Agency on any contract
wholly for professional or other services (as defined in Washington State Department of
Revenue Rules 138 and 244).
1-07.5 Environmental Regulations
1-07.5(3) State Department of Ecology
Section 1-07.5(3) is supplemented with the following:
(***Ecology***)
Protection of the Environment
No construction related activity shall contribute to the degradation of the environment,
allow material to enter surface or ground waters, or allow particulate emissions to the
atmosphere, which exceed state or federal standards. Any actions that potentially allow a
discharge to state waters must have prior approval of the Washington State Department
of Ecology.
Inadvertent Discovery of Archeological Resources
The contractor shall obtain a copy of the Inadvertent Discovery Plan from the Project
Owner. The contractor shall keep a copy of the inadvertent discovery plan for the project
on the work site at all times. The contractor shall immediately stop all work if human
remains, cultural, or archeological resources are discovered in the course of construction.
The contractor shall follow the inadvertent discovery plan in dealing with the human
remains, cultural, or archeological resources.
1-07.6 Permits and Licenses
Section 1-07.6 is supplemented with the following:
(***Renton***)
The Contracting Agency has obtained the below-listed permit(s) for this project. A copy of the
permit(s) is attached in Appendix C for informational purposes. All contacts with the permitting
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agency concerning the below-listed permit(s) shall be through the Engineer. The Contractor
shall obtain additional permits as necessary. All costs to obtain and comply with additional
permits shall be included in the applicable bid items for the work involved. Copies of these
permits are required to be on-site at all times.
None
No hydraulic permits are required for this project unless the Contractor’s operations use,
divert, obstruct, or change the natural flow or bed of any river or stream, or utilize any of the
waters of the State or materials from gravel or sand bars, or from stream beds.
The Contracting Agency has obtained coverage for this project under the Washington State
Department of Ecology Construction Stormwater General Permit (NPDES Permit). A copy of
the NPDES Permit is included in Appendix C for informational purposes. The Contactor shall
ensure that all construction activities will not discharge pollutants to the waters of the State
(including but not limited to the existing storm drainage system, ditches, wetlands, creeks,
rivers, lakes and marine waters) nor cause any violation of any water quality standard. All
contacts with the permitting agency concerning the Construction Stormwater Permit shall be
through the Engineer. All costs to comply with the NPDES Permit shall be included in the
applicable bid items for the work involved. After issuance, a copy of this permit will be required
to be on-site at all times.
The Contractor will be responsible for coordinating, obtaining, and paying for all permits,
including electrical service applications, necessary to complete this work in a timely fashion.
The permits can be obtained online at:
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/1/edoc/955825/Electrical%20Permit%20Application.pdf
https://edocs.rentonwa.gov/Documents/1/edoc/955826/Plumbing%20Permit%20Application.pdf
As noted in the information and Checklist to Bidders, the Contractor must be in possession of
a current City of Renton business license while conducting work at the City. The license can
be obtained online at:
https://rentonwa.gov/cms/one.aspx?pageId=9824882
1-07.7 Load Limits
Section 1-07.7 is supplemented with the following:
(March 13, 1995, WSDOT GSP, Option 6)
If the sources of materials provided by the Contractor necessitate hauling over roads other
than State Highways, the Contractor shall, at the Contractor’s expense, make all
arrangements for the use of the haul routes.
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1-07.11 Requirements for Nondiscrimination
Section 1-07.11 is supplemented with the following:
(***Ecology***)
Utilization of Minority and Women Business Enterprises
All bidders are encouraged to utilize certified minority-owned and women-owned businesses
to the extent possible in the performance of this contract. All prospective bidders or persons
submitting qualifications should take the following steps, when possible.
1. Include qualified minority and women's businesses on solicitation lists.
2. Assure that qualified minority and women's businesses are solicited whenever they
are potential sources of services or supplies.
3. Divide the total requirements, when economically feasible, into smaller tasks or
quantities to permit maximum participation by qualified minority and women's
businesses.
4. Establish delivery schedules, where work requirements permit, which will encourage
participation of qualified minority and women's businesses.
5. Use the services and assistance of the State Office of Minority and Women's Business
Enterprises (OMWBE) and the Office of Minority Business Enterprises of the U.S.
Department of Commerce, as appropriate.
All prospective bidders must provide a list of the MBE/WBE subcontractors they intend to use
during the project. This list must be provided with the bid package.
1-07.13 Contractor’s Responsibility for Work
1-07.13(4) Repair of Damage
(August 6, 2001 WSDOT GSP)
Section 1-07.13(4) is revised to read:
The Contractor shall promptly repair all damage to either temporary or permanent work as
directed by the Engineer. For damage qualifying for relief under Sections 1-07.13(1),
1-07.13(2) or 1-07.13(3), payment will be made in accordance with Section 1-04.4. Payment
will be limited to repair of damaged work only. No payment will be made for delay or disruption
of work.
1-07.17 Utilities and Similar Facilities
Section 1-07.17 is supplemented with the following:
Payment
Payment will be made at the discretion of Engineer, for the following bid item(s) in accordance
with Section 1-09.6 of the Standard Specifications and these Special Provisions:
“Resolution of Utility Conflicts”, per Force Account.
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(April 2, 2007 WSDOT GSP, Option 2)
Locations and dimensions shown in the Plans for existing facilities are in accordance with
available information obtained without uncovering, measuring, or other verification.
Public and private utilities, or their Contractors, will furnish all work necessary to adjust,
relocate, replace, or construct their facilities unless otherwise provided for in the Plans or
these Special Provisions. Such adjustment, relocation, replacement, or construction will be
done during the prosecution of the work for this project. No utility adjustment, relocation,
replacement or construction is anticipated within the project limits.
The following addresses and telephone numbers of utility companies or their Contractors that
will be adjusting, relocating, replacing or constructing utilities within the project limits are
supplied for the Contractor’s use:
***
Puget Sound Energy (power & gas)
Contact:
Glenn Helton (Gas),
Glenn.Helton@pse.com
Cell: (425) 559-4647
Hong Nguyen (Power)
Hong.Nguyen@pse.com
Cell: 425-449-6609
King County Water District No. 90
Contact: Joshua Drummond
15606 SE 128th Street
Renton, WA 98059
Phone: 425-255-9600
Cell: 425-529-4190
Comcast Cable
4020 Auburn Way, North
Auburn, WA 98002
Attn: Aaron Cantrel
Aaron_cantrel@comcast.com
Phone: 206-210-4222
CenturyLink Communications
23315 – 66th Avenue South
Kent, Washington 98032
Attn: Jesse Patjens
Jesse_patigens@centurylink.com
Phone: 425-429-5722
Renton – Transportation Maintenance
and City-owned fiber optic
Contact: Eric Cutshall
3555 NE 2nd Street
Renton, WA 98056
Phone: 425-430-7423
dsherer@rentonwa.gov
Renton School District
(District owned Fiber Optic)
Contact: Steve Lewey
16250 NE 74th St
Redmond WA 98052
Phone: (425) 936-1386
Renton – Water Maintenance
Contact: George Stahl or Ray Sled
3555 NE 2nd Street
Renton, WA 98056
Phone: 425-430-7400
gstahl@rentonwa.gov or
rsled@rentonwa.gov
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Renton – Stormwater Maintenance
Contact: Richard Marshall or Stan Job
3555 NE 2nd Street
Renton, WA 98056
Phone: 425-430-7400
rwmarshall@rentonwa.gov or
sjob@rentonwa.gov
***
*** The Contractor shall call the One-Number Locator Service – 1-800-424-5555 – at least
48 hours prior to start of excavation so that underground utilities may be marked.
It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to investigate the presence and location of all utilities
prior to bid opening and assess their impacts on his construction activities.
Utilities, new or old, may be renewed, relocated, or adjusted for the proposed construction.
The Contractor shall, prior to beginning any work, meet with all utility organizations (public
and private) in the field to familiarize himself with plans and schedules of the installations on
new, relocated, or adjusted utilities. Both public and private utility organizations may be doing
utility installations within the area. The proposed construction work must be coordinated with
these utility installations.
The Contractor shall coordinate his work with other contractors who may be working in the
project area and cooperate with them.
Public and private utilities, or their contractors, will furnish all work necessary to adjust,
relocate, replace, or construct their facilities unless otherwise provided for in the Plans or
these Special Provisions. Such adjustment, relocation, replacement, or construction will be
done during the prosecution of the work for this project. The Contractor shall coordinate his
work with their work at no cost to the Contracting Agency. ***
1-07.18 Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance
Delete this section in its entirety, and replace it with the following:
1-07.18 Insurance
1-07.18(1) General Requirements
A. The Contractor shall procure and maintain the insurance described in all subsections of
section 1-07.18 of these Special Provisions, from insurers with a current A. M. Best rating
of not less than A-: VII and licensed to do business in the State of Washington. The
Contracting Agency reserves the right to approve or reject the insurance provided, based
on the insurer’s financial condition.
B. The Contractor shall keep this insurance in force without interruption from the
commencement of the Contractor’s Work through the term of the Contract and for thirty
(30) days after the Physical Completion date, unless otherwise indicated below.
C. If any insurance policy is written on a claims made form, its retroactive date, and that of
all subsequent renewals, shall be no later than the effective date of this Contract. The
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policy shall state that coverage is claims made, and state the retroactive date.
Claims-made form coverage shall be maintained by the Contractor for a minimum of
36 months following the Completion Date or earlier termination of this Contract, and the
Contractor shall annually provide the Contracting Agency with proof of renewal. If renewal
of the claims made form of coverage becomes unavailable, or economically prohibitive,
the Contractor shall purchase an extended reporting period (“tail”) or execute another form
of guarantee acceptable to the Contracting Agency to assure financial responsibility for
liability for services performed.
D. The Contractor’s Automobile Liability, Commercial General Liability and Excess or
Umbrella Liability insurance policies shall be primary and non-contributory insurance as
respects the Contracting Agency’s insurance, self-insurance, or self-insured pool coverage.
Any insurance, self-insurance, or self-insured pool coverage maintained by the Contracting
Agency shall be excess of the Contractor’s insurance and shall not contribute with it.
E. The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Agency and all additional insureds with written
notice of any policy cancellation, within two business days of their receipt of such notice.
F. The Contractor shall not begin work under the Contract until the required insurance has
been obtained and approved by the Contracting Agency.
G. Failure on the part of the Contractor to maintain the insurance as required shall constitute
a material breach of contract, upon which the Contracting Agency may, after giving five
business days’ notice to the Contractor to correct the breach, immediately terminate the
Contract or, at its discretion, procure or renew such insurance and pay any and all
premiums in connection therewith, with any sums so expended to be repaid to the
Contracting Agency on demand, or at the sole discretion of the Contracting Agency, offset
against funds due the Contractor from the Contracting Agency.
H. All costs for insurance shall be incidental to and included in the unit or lump sum prices of
the Contract and no additional payment will be made.
1-07.18(2) Additional Insured
All insurance policies, with the exception of Workers Compensation, and of Professional
Liability and Builder’s Risk (if required by this Contract) shall name the following listed entities
as additional insured(s) using the forms or endorsements required herein:
the Contracting Agency and its officers, elected officials, employees, agents, and
volunteers
*** Transpo Group
LDC, Inc. ***
The above-listed entities shall be additional insured(s) for the full available limits of liability
maintained by the Contractor, irrespective of whether such limits maintained by the Contractor
are greater than those required by this Contract, and irrespective of whether the Certificate of
Insurance provided by the Contractor pursuant to 1-07.18(4) describes limits lower than those
maintained by the Contractor.
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For Commercial General Liability insurance coverage, the required additional insured
endorsements shall be at least as broad as ISO forms CG 20 10 10 01 for ongoing operations
and CG 20 37 10 01 for completed operations.
Third-Party Beneficiary: All parties agree that the State of Washington shall be, and is
hereby, names as an express third-party beneficiary of this contract, with full rights as such.
1-07.18(3) Subcontractors
The Contractor shall cause each Subcontractor of every tier to provide insurance coverage
that complies with all applicable requirements of the Contractor-provided insurance as set
forth herein, except the Contractor shall have sole responsibility for determining the limits of
coverage required to be obtained by Subcontractors.
The Contractor shall ensure that all Subcontractors of every tier add all entities listed in
1-07.18(2) as additional insured(s), and provide proof of such on the policies as required by
that section as detailed in 1-07.18(2) using an endorsement as least as broad as
ISO CG 20 10 10 01 for ongoing operations and CG 20 37 10 01 for completed operations.
Upon request by the Contracting Agency, the Contractor shall forward to the Contracting
Agency evidence of insurance and copies of the additional insured endorsements of each
Subcontractor of every tier as required in 1-07.18(4) Verification of Coverage.
1-07.18(4) Verification of Coverage
The Contractor shall deliver to the Contracting Agency a Certificate(s) of Insurance and
endorsements for each policy of insurance meeting the requirements set forth herein when
the Contractor delivers the signed Contract for the work. Failure of Contracting Agency to
demand such verification of coverage with these insurance requirements or failure of
Contracting Agency to identify a deficiency from the insurance documentation provided shall
not be construed as a waiver of Contractor’s obligation to maintain such insurance.
Verification of coverage shall include:
1. An ACORD certificate or a form determined by the Contracting Agency to be
equivalent.
2. Copies of all endorsements naming Contracting Agency and all other entities listed in
1-07.18(2) as additional insured(s), showing the policy number. The Contractor may
submit a copy of any blanket additional insured clause from its policies instead of a
separate endorsement.
3. Any other amendatory endorsements to show the coverage required herein.
4. A notation of coverage enhancements on the Certificate of Insurance shall not satisfy
these requirements – actual endorsements must be submitted.
Upon request by the Contracting Agency, the Contractor shall forward to the Contracting
Agency a full and certified copy of the insurance policy(s). If Builders Risk insurance is
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required on this Project, a full and certified copy of that policy is required when the Contractor
delivers the signed Contract for the work.
1-07.18(5) Coverages and Limits
The insurance shall provide the minimum coverages and limits set forth below. Contractor’s
maintenance of insurance, its scope of coverage, and limits as required herein shall not be
construed to limit the liability of the Contractor to the coverage provided by such insurance, or
otherwise limit the Contracting Agency’s recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity.
All deductibles and self-insured retentions must be disclosed and are subject to approval by
the Contracting Agency. The cost of any claim payments falling within the deductible or
self-insured retention shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. In the event an additional
insured incurs a liability subject to any policy’s deductibles or self-insured retention, said
deductibles or self-insured retention shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.
1-07.18(5)A Commercial General Liability
Commercial General Liability insurance shall be written on coverage forms at least as broad
as ISO occurrence form CG 00 01, including but not limited to liability arising from premises,
operations, stop gap liability, independent contractors, products-completed operations,
personal and advertising injury, and liability assumed under an insured contract. There shall
be no exclusion for liability arising from explosion, collapse or underground property damage.
The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be endorsed to provide a per project general
aggregate limit, using ISO form CG 25 03 05 09 or an equivalent endorsement.
Contractor shall maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance arising out of the
Contractor’s completed operations for at least three years following Substantial Completion of
the Work.
Such policy must provide the following minimum limits:
$1,000,000 Each Occurrence
$2,000,000 General Aggregate
$2,000,000 Products & Completed Operations Aggregate
$1,000,000 Personal & Advertising Injury each offence
$1,000,000 Stop Gap / Employers’ Liability each accident
1-07.18(5)B Automobile Liability
Automobile Liability shall cover owned, non-owned, hired, and leased vehicles; and shall be
written on a coverage form at least as broad as ISO form CA 00 01. If the work involves the
transport of pollutants, the automobile liability policy shall include MCS 90 and CA 99 48
endorsements.
Such policy must provide the following minimum limit:
$1,000,000 Combined single limit each accident
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1-07.18(5)C Workers’ Compensation
The Contractor shall comply with Workers’ Compensation coverage as required by the
Industrial Insurance laws of the State of Washington.
1-07.23 Public Convenience and Safety
1-07.23(1) Construction Under Traffic
(May 2, 2017 APWA GSP)
Revise the third sentence of the second paragraph to read:
Accessibility to existing or temporary pedestrian push buttons shall not be impaired; if
approved by the Contracting Agency activating pedestrian recall timing or other
accommodation may be allowed during construction.
Section 1-07.23(1) is supplemented with the following:
(February 3, 2020 WSDOT GSP, Option 2)
Work Zone Clear Zone
The Work Zone Clear Zone (WZCZ) applies during working and nonworking hours. The WZCZ
applies only to temporary roadside objects introduced by the Contractor’s operations and does
not apply to preexisting conditions or permanent Work. Those work operations that are
actively in progress shall be in accordance with adopted and approved Traffic Control Plans,
and other contract requirements.
During nonworking hours equipment or materials shall not be within the WZCZ unless they
are protected by permanent guardrail or temporary concrete barrier. The use of temporary
concrete barrier shall be permitted only if the Engineer approves the installation and location.
During actual hours of work, unless protected as described above, only materials absolutely
necessary to construction shall be within the WZCZ and only construction vehicles absolutely
necessary to construction shall be allowed within the WZCZ or allowed to stop or park on the
shoulder of the roadway.
The Contractor's nonessential vehicles and employees private vehicles shall not be permitted
to park within the WZCZ at any time unless protected as described above.
Deviation from the above requirements shall not occur unless the Contractor has requested
the deviation in writing and the Engineer has provided written approval.
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Minimum WZCZ distances are measured from the edge of traveled way and will be
determined as follows:
Regulatory
Posted Speed
Distance From
Traveled Way
(Feet)
35 mph or less 10
40 mph 15
45 to 50 mph 20
55 to 60 mph 30
65 mph or greater 35
Minimum Work Zone Clear Zone Distance
(***Renton***)
Lane closures are subject to the following restrictions:
The Contractor may use the traffic control plan provided in the contract plans, or may
choose to develop modified traffic control plans. Should the contractor choose to provide
a modified traffic control plan, it shall comply with the requirements of Section 1-10.2(2) of
the Standard Specifications and follow the guidelines
The Contractor shall submit the project specific Traffic Control Plan (TCP) to the Engineer
for approval at least five (5) working days before the date of work. All traffic control plans
MUST be approved prior to commencing the work. The TCP information and guidelines
can be obtained online at: https://www.rentonwa.gov/city_hall/public_works/transportation
_systems/operations/traffic/traffic_control_plans. Review, revision of the TCP may take up
to 3 weeks. The Contractor is alerted that no work affecting traffic operations (including
work in clear zones) will be performed until the TCP is approved.
The TCP Submittal shall also include necessary phasing and sequencing diagrams to
clarify the proposed order of work and work zones. Sample sequencing and Construction
Channelization Plans are included in the Contract Documents which may be used as a
basis for this submittal. However, Traffic Control Plans and Phasing and Sequencing
Plans are the sole responsibility of the Contractor.
Lane closures are not allowed on any of the following:
1. A holiday,
2. A holiday weekend; holidays that occur on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or Monday are
considered a holiday weekend. A holiday weekend includes Saturday, Sunday, and
the holiday.
3. After *** 2:00 p.m. *** on the day prior to a holiday or holiday weekend, and
4. Before *** 7:00 a.m. *** on the day after the holiday or holiday weekend.
If the Engineer determines the permitted closure hours adversely affect traffic, the
Engineer may adjust the hours accordingly. The Engineer will notify the Contractor in
writing of any change in the closure hours.
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The following minimum Traffic Control requirements shall be maintained during the
construction of the project:
1. The Temporary Channelization Plans indicate the minimum number of lanes
required for each phase of work. Additional lane closures will only be permitted as
identified under ‘Special Roadway Conditions’ of this Section.
2. The Contractor shall maintain continuous two-way traffic along streets throughout
the project site, except as specifically allowed under the ‘Special Roadway
Conditions’ described below.
3. The Contractor shall be responsible for notifying all affected property owners prior
to commencing the barricading of streets, sidewalks, and driveways.
4. All driveways shall remain fully open to traffic at all times except as necessary to
permit curing of construction materials or for short periods of time as required for
excavations as specifically allowed. See “Special Driveway Conditions” below for
additional information.
5. Signs and barricades shall be supplemented by Type C steady burn lights to
delineate edge of roadway during the hours of darkness.
6. Any asphalt concrete pavement, crushed surfacing, or gravel base for maintaining
traffic during the life of this contract shall be placed by the Contractor immediately
upon request by the Engineer. In addition, cuts made in the traveled lanes or on
walkways that are paved shall be temporarily patched with hot mix and maintained
daily until such time as a permanent patch can be made. Payment for crushed
surfacing, gravel and asphalt will be paid at their respective bid items, as included
in the contract.
7. Detours will not be allowed except as noted herein.
8. Traffic Safety Drums with flashers in addition to temporary striping shall be used
to channelize traffic through construction zones. Opposing lanes of traffic shall be
separated by pylons when clearance for drums is not adequate.
9. Temporary paint striping, reflective marking tape, and/or retroreflective tubular
markers shall be required for each shift of traffic control. Paint, reflective marking
tape, and/or retroreflective tubular markers used for temporary striping shall meet
the requirement of Section 8-23 of the Standard Specifications.
10. The Contractor provided Traffic Control Plans shall lay out traffic control device
spacing, tapers, etc., to scale, shall contain accurate dimensions and legends and
shall be signed by the preparer.
In developing the Progress Schedule, the Contractor shall carefully consider the following
restrictions to sequencing and scheduling of the Work. No additional payment shall be
made to the Contractor from the Contracting Agency due to time constraints imposed by
these requirements.
Special Roadway Conditions
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At least one through travel lane in each direction shall remain fully open to traffic at all
times except as specifically allowed in this section.
The following closures will be allowed when approved by the Engineer and as indicated
on the Contractor’s approved traffic control plan(s):
Existing travel lanes on Sunset Boulevard within the project limits may be reduced to
the following typical minimum widths during construction of the project, provided they
are indicated as such in the approved Temporary Traffic Control Plan:
a. Curb Lanes: 10.5 feet.
b. Interior Through Lanes: 10 feet.
c. Left Turn Lanes: 11 feet (including precast traffic curb on one side).
Special Driveway Conditions
Except as specifically allowed otherwise in this section, the following conditions shall apply
to all driveways within the limits of the project:
1. All driveways shall remain fully open to traffic at all times except as necessary to
permit curing of construction materials, or for short periods of time as required for
excavations as specifically allowed below.
2. At least one (1) driveway per parcel shall remain open at all times unless otherwise
approved in writing by the Engineer and affected property owner. If a parcel has
only one driveway, and no legal right to cross an adjacent parcel to access the
affected parcel, then the Contractor shall construct the driveway one-half at a time
or, with the Engineer’s approval, make other temporary improvements as
necessary to allow suitable passage of vehicles.
3. Business owners and/or residents shall be notified in writing at least 2 working
days in advance of any planned driveway closures.
4. All driveways shall be restored with permanent proposed pavement surfaces,
metal plates, and/or hot mix asphalt and re-opened to traffic at the end of each
work day.
Additional Requirements
1. The Contractor shall provide a minimum of ten (10) days’ notice of closures utilizing
Portable Changeable Message Signs at the closure location.
2. The Contractor, at his or her sole expense, may seek approval for extended or
modified working hours. Such Plans must be approved by the Contracting Agency.
3. The existing lighting system shall remain operational until the new system is
functioning. The Engineer may approve partial interruptions required because of
staging.
4. Existing pedestrian access shall be maintained and the work, with the least possible
inconvenience or delay, shall be limited to one corner at a time.
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1-07.24 Rights of Way
(July 23, 2015 APWA GSP)
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
Street Right of Way lines, limits of easements, and limits of construction permits are indicated
in the Plans. The Contractor’s construction activities shall be confined within these limits,
unless arrangements for use of private property are made.
Generally, the Contracting Agency will have obtained, prior to bid opening, all rights of way
and easements, both permanent and temporary, necessary for carrying out the work.
Exceptions to this are noted in the Bid Documents or will be brought to the Contractor’s
attention by a duly issued Addendum.
Whenever any of the work is accomplished on or through property other than public Right of
Way, the Contractor shall meet and fulfill all covenants and stipulations of any easement
agreement obtained by the Contracting Agency from the owner of the private property. Copies
of the easement agreements may be included in the Contract Provisions or made available to
the Contractor as soon as practical after they have been obtained by the Engineer.
Whenever easements or rights of entry have not been acquired prior to advertising, these
areas are so noted in the Plans. The Contractor shall not proceed with any portion of the work
in areas where right of way, easements or rights of entry have not been acquired until the
Engineer certifies to the Contractor that the right of way or easement is available or that the
right of entry has been received. If the Contractor is delayed due to acts of omission on the
part of the Contracting Agency in obtaining easements, rights of entry or right of way, the
Contractor will be entitled to an extension of time. The Contractor agrees that such delay shall
not be a breach of contract.
Each property owner shall be given 48 hours notice prior to entry by the Contractor. This
includes entry onto easements and private property where private improvements must be
adjusted.
The Contractor shall be responsible for providing, without expense or liability to the
Contracting Agency, any additional land and access thereto that the Contractor may desire
for temporary construction facilities, storage of materials, or other Contractor needs. However,
before using any private property, whether adjoining the work or not, the Contractor shall file
with the Engineer a written permission of the private property owner, and, upon vacating the
premises, a written release from the property owner of each property disturbed or otherwise
interfered with by reasons of construction pursued under this contract. The statement shall be
signed by the private property owner, or proper authority acting for the owner of the private
property affected, stating that permission has been granted to use the property and all
necessary permits have been obtained or, in the case of a release, that the restoration of the
property has been satisfactorily accomplished. The statement shall include the parcel number,
address, and date of signature. Written releases must be filed with the Engineer before the
Completion Date will be established.
Add the following new section:
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1-07.28 Notifications to Public Relative to Contractor’s Activities (New Section)
(***Renton***)
Contractor shall notify the property owners and/or residents fronting the project, prior to
commencement of the work, and submit to these agencies/individuals:
1. The name(s) of the construction superintendent in responsible charge, and other
individuals having full authority to execute the orders or directions of Engineer, in the
event of an emergency.
2. The time of the commencement and completion of work.
3. Names of streets or locations of alleys to be closed.
4. Schedule of operations.
5. Routes of detours where possible.
6. Planned utility shutdown times and locations.
7. Construction staging.
Notification shall be written, with a copy delivered to Engineer 5 days prior to the
commencement of work on the project.
Contractor must notify the same parties, in writing, of all changes to any of the above items
during the project. The police, sheriff, Fire & Life Safety, Postmaster, bus companies, and
emergency personnel must be notified at least 72 hours in advance of any temporary lane
closures, detours, or driveway closures.
Payment
Payment for Traffic Control Plans shall be considered included in “Temporary Traffic Control
(including flaggers)”.
1-08 PROSECUTION AND PROGRESS
Add the following new section:
1-08.0 Preliminary Matters (New Section)
(May 25, 2006 APWA GSP)
Add the following new section:
1-08.0(1) Preconstruction Conference (New Section)
(October 10, 2008 APWA GSP)
Prior to the Contractor beginning the work, a preconstruction conference will be held between
the Contractor, the Engineer and such other interested parties as may be invited. The purpose
of the preconstruction conference will be:
1. To review the initial progress schedule;
2. To establish a working understanding among the various parties associated or
affected by the work;
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3. To establish and review procedures for progress payment, notifications, approvals,
submittals, etc.;
4. To establish normal working hours for the work;
5. To review safety standards and traffic control; and
6. To discuss such other related items as may be pertinent to the work.
The Contractor shall prepare and submit at the preconstruction conference the following:
1. A breakdown of all lump sum items;
2. A preliminary schedule of working drawing submittals; and
3. A list of material sources for approval if applicable.
(***Renton***)
Prior to the Contractor beginning the construction of wheelchair ramps, a ramp
preconstruction conference will be held between the Contractor, the Contracting Agency or
their representative, the Engineer, Inspector, and all subcontractors who will perform the work.
The purpose of the ramp preconstruction conference will be:
1. To discuss all ramps designs and constructions at all locations;
2. To verify ramps will meet ADA compliancy.
Prior to the Contractor beginning the construction of adjusting manholes and catch basins, a
preconstruction conference will be held in the field between the Contractor, the Contracting
Agency or their representative, the Engineer, Inspector, and all subcontractors who will
perform the work. The Contractor and their subcontractors who will perform the work shall be
ready to adjust a one manhole or catch basin at one of the locations with mortar mix, mixer,
and brick trowel on hand.
Add the following new section:
1-08.0(2) Hours of Work (New Section)
(December 8, 2014 APWA GSP)
Except in the case of emergency or unless otherwise approved by the Engineer, the normal
working hours for the Contract shall be any consecutive 8-hour period between 7:00 a.m. and
6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, exclusive of a lunch break. If the Contractor desires
different than the normal working hours stated above, the request must be submitted in writing
prior to the preconstruction conference, subject to the provisions below. The working hours
for the Contract shall be established at or prior to the preconstruction conference.
All working hours and days are also subject to local permit and ordinance conditions (such as
noise ordinances).
If the Contractor wishes to deviate from the established working hours, the Contractor shall
submit a written request to the Engineer for consideration. This request shall state what hours
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are being requested, and why. Requests shall be submitted for review no later than
*** 5 working days*** prior to the day(s) the Contractor is requesting to change the hours.
If the Contracting Agency approves such a deviation, such approval may be subject to certain
other conditions, which will be detailed in writing. For example:
1. On non-Federal aid projects, requiring the Contractor to reimburse the Contracting
Agency for the costs in excess of straight-time costs for Contracting Agency
representatives who worked during such times. (The Engineer may require designated
representatives to be present during the work. Representatives who may be deemed
necessary by the Engineer include, but are not limited to: survey crews; personnel
from the Contracting Agency’s material testing lab; inspectors; and other Contracting
Agency employees or third party consultants when, in the opinion of the Engineer,
such work necessitates their presence.)
2. Considering the work performed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays as working
days with regard to the contract time.
3. Considering multiple work shifts as multiple working days with respect to contract time
even though the multiple shifts occur in a single 24-hour period.
4. If a 4-10 work schedule is requested and approved the non working day for the week
will be charged as a working day.
5. If Davis Bacon wage rates apply to this Contract, all requirements must be met and
recorded properly on certified payroll
1-08.1 Subcontracting
(May 30, 2019 APWA GSP, Option B)
Delete the ninth paragraph, beginning with “On all projects, the Contractor shall certify…”.
1-08.3 Progress Schedule
1-08.3(2) Progress Schedule Types
1-08.3(2)A Type A Progress Schedule
(March 13, 2012 APWA GSP)
Revise this section to read:
The Contractor shall submit 2 copies of a Type A Progress Schedule no later than at the
preconstruction conference, or some other mutually agreed upon submittal time. The
schedule may be a critical path method (CPM) schedule, bar chart, or other standard schedule
format. Regardless of which format used, the schedule shall identify the critical path. The
Engineer will evaluate the Type A Progress Schedule and approve or return the schedule for
corrections within 15 calendar days of receiving the submittal.
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1-08.4 Prosecution of Work
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
1-08.4 Notice to Proceed and Prosecution of Work
(July 23, 2015 APWA GSP)
Notice to Proceed will be given after the contract has been executed and the contract bond
and evidence of insurance have been approved and filed by the Contracting Agency. The
Contractor shall not commence with the work until the Notice to Proceed has been given by
the Engineer. The Contractor shall commence construction activities on the project site within
ten days of the Notice to Proceed Date, unless otherwise approved in writing. The Contractor
shall diligently pursue the work to the physical completion date within the time specified in the
contract. Voluntary shutdown or slowing of operations by the Contractor shall not relieve the
Contractor of the responsibility to complete the work within the time(s) specified in the
contract.
When shown in the Plans, the first order of work shall be the installation of high visibility
fencing to delineate all areas for protection or restoration, as described in the Contract.
Installation of high visibility fencing adjacent to the roadway shall occur after the placement of
all necessary signs and traffic control devices in accordance with 1-10.1(2). Upon construction
of the fencing, the Contractor shall request the Engineer to inspect the fence. No other work
shall be performed on the site until the Contracting Agency has accepted the installation of
high visibility fencing, as described in the Contract.
(***Renton***)
Add a new Section 1-08.4(1) as follows:
1-08.4(1) Daily Notification of Planned Work Location (New Section)
For each day work is scheduled to be performed, the Contractor shall contact and inform the
Engineer of the location and the anticipated start time.
1-08.5 Time for Completion
(November 30, 2018 APWA GSP, Option A)
Revise the third and fourth paragraphs to read:
Contract time shall begin on the first working day following the Notice to Proceed Date.
Each working day shall be charged to the contract as it occurs, until the contract work is
physically complete. If substantial completion has been granted and all the authorized
working days have been used, charging of working days will cease. Each week the Engineer
will provide the Contractor a statement that shows the number of working days: (1) charged
to the contract the week before; (2) specified for the physical completion of the contract; and
(3) remaining for the physical completion of the contract. The statement will also show the
nonworking days and any partial or whole day the Engineer declares as unworkable. Within
10 calendar days after the date of each statement, the Contractor shall file a written protest
of any alleged discrepancies in it. To be considered by the Engineer, the protest shall be in
sufficient detail to enable the Engineer to ascertain the basis and amount of time disputed.
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By not filing such detailed protest in that period, the Contractor shall be deemed as having
accepted the statement as correct. If the Contractor is approved to work 10 hours a day and
4 days a week (a 4-10 schedule) and the fifth day of the week in which a 4-10 shift is worked
would ordinarily be charged as a working day then the fifth day of that week will be charged
as a working day whether or not the Contractor works on that day.
Revise the sixth paragraph to read:
The Engineer will give the Contractor written notice of the completion date of the contract after
all the Contractor’s obligations under the contract have been performed by the Contractor.
The following events must occur before the Completion Date can be established:
1. The physical work on the project must be complete; and
2. The Contractor must furnish all documentation required by the contract and required by
law, to allow the Contracting Agency to process final acceptance of the contract. The
following documents must be received by the Project Engineer prior to establishing a
completion date:
a. Certified Payrolls (per Section 1-07.9(5)).
b. Material Acceptance Certification Documents
c. Monthly Reports of Amounts Credited as DBE Participation, as required by the
Contract Provisions.
d. Final Contract Voucher Certification
e. Copies of the approved “Affidavit of Prevailing Wages Paid” for the Contractor and all
Subcontractors
f. A copy of the Notice of Termination sent to the Washington State Department of
Ecology (Ecology); the elapse of 30 calendar days from the date of receipt of the
Notice of Termination by Ecology; and no rejection of the Notice of Termination by
Ecology. This requirement will not apply if the Construction Stormwater General Permit
is transferred back to the Contracting Agency in accordance with Section 8-01.3(16).
g. Property owner releases per Section 1-07.24
(March 13, 1995 WSDOT GSP, Option 7)
Section 1-08.5 is supplemented with the following:
This project shall be physically completed within *** 45 *** working days.
1-08.6 Suspension of Work
(January 2, 2018 WSDOT GSP, Option 2)
Section 1-08.6 is supplemented with the following:
Contract time may be suspended for procurement of critical materials (Procurement Suspension).
In order to receive a Procurement Suspension, the Contractor shall within 21 calendar days after
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execution by the Contracting Agency, place purchase orders for all materials deemed critical by
the Contracting Agency for physical completion of the contract. The Contractor shall provide
copies of purchase orders for the critical materials. Such purchase orders shall disclose the
purchase order date and estimated delivery dates for such critical material.
The Contractor shall show procurement of the materials listed below as activities in the
Progress Schedule. If the approved Progress Schedule indicates that the materials
procurement are critical activities, and if the Contractor has provided documentation that
purchase orders are placed for the critical materials within the prescribed 21 calendar days,
then contract time will be suspended upon physical completion of all critical work except that
work dependent upon the below listed critical materials:
*** traffic signal system equipment, rectangular rapid flash beacon equipment ***
Charging of contract time will resume upon delivery of the critical materials to the Contractor
or 120 calendar days after execution by the Contracting Agency, whichever occurs first.
1-08.9 Liquidated Damages
Section 1-08.9 is supplemented with the following:
Time is of the essence of the Contract. Delays inconvenience the traveling public, obstruct
traffic, interfere with and delay commerce, and increase risk to Highway users. Delays also
cost tax payers undue sums of money, adding time needed for administration, engineering,
inspection, and supervision.
Because the Contracting Agency finds it impractical to calculate the actual cost of delays, it
has adopted the following formula to calculate liquidated damages for failure to complete the
physical Work of a Contract on time.
Accordingly, the Contractor agrees:
1. To pay (according to the following formula) liquidated damages for each working day
beyond the number of working days established for Physical Completion, and
2. To authorize the Engineer to deduct these liquidated damages from any money due or
coming due to the Contractor.
Liquidated Damages Formula
LD = 0.15 C/T
Where:
LD = liquidated damages per working day (rounded to the nearest dollar)
C = original Contract amount
T = original time for Physical Completion
When the Contract Work has progressed to the extent that the Contracting Agency has full
use and benefit of the facilities, both from the operational and safety standpoint, all the initial
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plantings are completed and only minor incidental Work, replacement of temporary substitute
facilities, plant establishment periods, or correction or repair remains to physically complete
the total Contract, the Engineer may determine the Contract Work is substantially complete.
The Engineer will notify the Contractor in writing of the Substantial Completion Date. For
overruns in Contract time occurring after the date so established, the formula for liquidated
damages shown above will not apply. For overruns in Contract time occurring after the
Substantial Completion Date, liquidated damages shall be assessed on the basis of direct
engineering and related costs assignable to the project until the actual Physical Completion
Date of all the Contract Work. The Contractor shall complete the remaining Work as promptly
as possible. Upon request by the Engineer, the Contractor shall furnish a written schedule for
completing the physical Work on the Contract.
Liquidated damages will not be assessed for any days for which an extension of time is
granted. No deduction or payment of liquidated damages will, in any degree, release the
Contractor from further obligations and liabilities to complete the entire Contract.
1-09 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
1-09.2 Weighing Equipment
1-09.2(1) General Requirements for Weighing Equipment
(July 23, 2015 APWA GSP, Option 2)
Revise item 4 of the fifth paragraph to read:
4. Test results and scale weight records for each day’s hauling operations are provided to
the Engineer daily. Reporting shall utilize WSDOT form 422-027, Scaleman’s Daily
Report, unless the printed ticket contains the same information that is on the Scaleman’s
Daily Report Form. The scale operator must provide AM and/or PM tare weights for each
truck on the printed ticket.
1-09.2(5) Measurement
(May 2, 2017 APWA GSP)
Revise the first paragraph to read:
Scale Verification Checks – At the Engineer’s discretion, the Engineer may perform
verification checks on the accuracy of each batch, hopper, or platform scale used in weighing
contract items of Work.
1-09.3 Scope of Payment
Section 1-09.3 is supplemented with the following:
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(August 7, 2017 WSDOT GSP, Option 1)
Fuel Cost Adjustment
General
The Contracting Agency will make a fuel cost adjustment, either a credit or a payment,
for qualifying changes in the index price of on-highway diesel fuel. The adjustment will
be applied to partial payments made according to Section 1-09.9.
The adjustment is not a guarantee of full compensation for fuel price changes. Any
adjustment provided by this provision shall not obligate the Contracting Agency for any
costs due solely to changes in fuel costs beyond the amount adjusted by this provision.
The Contracting Agency does not guarantee that fuel will be available at the base fuel
cost or monthly fuel cost. No additional adjustment will be made for rates of fuel
consumption or actual fuel types that differ from those specified for the purpose of
determining the adjustment.
For the purpose of calculating the adjustment, the Base Fuel Cost shall be the Weekly
fuel price from the U.S. Energy Information Administration website. The website
location and directions are as follows:
• http://www.eia.gov/petroleum/gasdiesel/
• On the web page, click on the West Coast less California, listed under the
heading U.S On-Highway Diesel Fuel Prices*(dollar per gallon) at the
lower end of the web page.
• In the pull down box labeled Period pull down Weekly.
• Click on the fuel price history found under the column heading View History
for the line Diesel (On-Highway) – All Types.
• On this web page obtain the nearest weekly fuel cost for the Monday
occurring three weeks prior to the date that bids are opened. This weekly fuel
cost becomes the Base Fuel Cost and is fixed for the duration of the Contract
and will be used in calculating all adjustments.
The Monthly Fuel Cost shall be the most recent Monthly fuel price from the U.S.
Energy Information Administration website. The website location and directions are as
follows:
• http://www.eia.gov/petroleum/gasdiesel/
• On the web page, click on the West Coast less California, listed under the
heading U.S On-Highway Diesel Fuel Prices*(dollar per gallon) at the
lower end of the web page.
• In the pull down box labeled Period pull down Monthly.
• Click on the fuel price history found under the column heading View History
for the line Diesel (On-Highway) – All Types.
• On this web page obtain the most current monthly fuel price.
If the specified index ceases to be available for any reason, the Contracting Agency at
its discretion will select and begin using a substitute price source or index to establish
the Monthly Fuel Cost.
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Measurement
No adjustment will be made if the Monthly Fuel Cost is within 10 percent of the Base
Fuel Cost. No adjustment will be made for work performed after the authorized Time
for Completion.
If the Monthly Fuel Cost is greater than or equal to 110% of the Base Fuel Cost, then:
Adjustment = (Monthly Fuel Cost – (1.10 x Base Fuel Cost)) x Q
If the Monthly Fuel Cost is less than or equal to 90% of the Base Fuel Cost, then:
Adjustment = (Monthly Fuel Cost – (0.90 x Base Fuel Cost)) x Q
Where Q = ((Fuel Usage Factor for each Eligible Bid Item) x (Quantity paid in the
current months progress estimate for each Eligible Bid Item)) for all Eligible Bid Items
listed below:
Eligible Bid Item Fuel Usage Factor
*** Roadway Excavation Incl. Haul, per cubic yard 0.29 gal/cy
Gravel Borrow Incl. Haul, per ton 0.17 gal/ton
Structure Excavation Class B, per cubic yard 0.25 gal/cy
Crushed Surfacing Top Course, per ton 0.70 gal/ton
HMA Cl. 1/2 In. PG 64-22, per ton 0.90 gal/ton
HMA for _____, per ton 0.90 gal/ton ***
Payment
Payment will be made for the following bid item when included in the bid proposal:
“Fuel Cost Adjustment”, by calculation.
To provide a common proposal for all bidders, the Contracting Agency has entered an
amount in the proposal to become a part of the Contractor’s total bid.
(August 6, 2018 WSDOT GSP, Option 2)
Steel Cost Adjustment
The Contractor may elect to participate in the steel cost adjustments for work permanently
incorporated into this Contract. Steel cost adjustment is not a guarantee of full
compensation for changes to the cost of steel items; not eligible for all items with steel; and
any adjustment provided by this provision will not obligate the Contracting Agency for any
costs beyond the amount adjusted by this provision.
This Special Provision provides the option to opt-in to steel cost adjustments for eligible Bid
items. The Contractor is provided one opportunity to opt-in and there are no future opt-out
provisions. The steel cost adjustment requirements of this Special Provision apply for the
duration of the Contract.
General
The Contractor may select Bid items from the list below to be included in the steel cost
adjustment. The Contractor is not obligated to select any Bid items or to participate in
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the steel cost adjustment program. The steel cost adjustment will apply only to the Bid
items selected by the Contractor.
Prior to Contract execution the Contractor shall submit the Steel Cost Adjustment Opt-
In Bid Item List, WSDOT Form 410-031, to the WSDOT Contract Ad and Award Office.
The form is to be received at the WSDOT Bid Room, located at the Transportation
Building, 310 Maple Park Avenue SE, Room 2D20, Olympia, WA 98501-2361 or may
be submitted by facsimile to the following FAX number, (360) 705-6966. The Steel
Cost Adjustment Opt-In Bid Item List shall be signed by an authorized representative
of the Contractor. Should the Contractor fail to return this document as required no Bid
items will be eligible for steel cost adjustment.
Steel Index Values
The Contracting Agency will use the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) producer price
index (PPI) series Id: WPUSISTEEL1 index value for steel cost adjustments.
The Base Steel Materials Index Value (BV) will be the most recent value published on
the BLS website on the day of bid opening. This value will be fixed on the day of bid
opening even if the BLS lists this as a preliminary value. The Monthly Steel Materials
Index Value (MV) will be the final index value published on the BLS website for any
month during the Contract.
Measurement
The Contracting Agency has determined the initial cost basis (ICB) of steel to be
*** $0.40/lb ***. This cost basis is reflected in the steel cost adjustment calculations
below, is non-negotiable and will be taken as a fixed value for the duration of the
Contract.
For each month that steel material is incorporated into the permanent Work of the
Contract or paid for as Materials on Hand and the MV is more than 110 percent or less
than 90 percent of the BV the Contractor shall provide the Engineer with the following
for each eligible Bid item by the end of the following month:
1. The weight of steel material for the month, and
2. Documentation of the weight and shipment to the Contractor of the steel
material by bills of lading, invoices, or purchase orders.
Should the Contractor not provide the required documentation as specified the
following shall apply:
1. Steel material that has an MV that is more than 110 percent of the BV will not
be eligible for a steel cost adjustment.
2. The steel cost adjustment for a Bid item with an MV that is less than 90
percent of the BV will be calculated using a weight of steel determined by the
Engineer.
Steel materials will not be eligible for cost adjustments until all requirements of the
Contract have been met. Steel added to a Contract as part of a Value Engineering
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Change Proposal will not be eligible for steel cost adjustment. Steel cost adjustments
made in accordance with this Special Provision will not be reflected on payments made
to the Contractor until after the index value required for the calculation becomes final.
Preliminary index values may be used to establish the BV, but will not be used to
establish the MV in calculations.
For each Bid Item selected by the Contractor on the Steel Cost Adjustment Opt-In Bid
Item List form a cost adjustment evaluation will be made. A cost adjustment will only
be made if the MV for the month the Work associated with the Bid Item is performed
differs by more than ten-percent from the BV.
The steel cost adjustment will be determined as follows:
1. If the MV is within ten-percent of the BV, there will be no adjustment.
2. If the MV is more than 110-percent of the BV, then
CA = (((MV - BV) ÷ BV) - 0.10) × (ICB × WS)
3. If the MV is less than 90-percent of the BV, then
CA = (((MV - BV) ÷ BV) + 0.10) × (ICB × WS)
Where:
CA = Cost Adjustment, dollars
MV = Monthly Steel Materials Index Value from BLS for the month determined
above
BV = Base Steel Materials Index Value taken as the most recent value published
on the BLS website on the day of bid opening.
ICB = Initial Cost Basis of steel per pound
WS = Weight of steel (in pounds) eligible for cost adjustment
The following Bid Items are eligible for the steel cost adjustment program for this
Project:
*** All mailboxes support posts included under Section 8-18 of these Special
Provisions
All poles included under Section 8-20 of these Special Provisions
***
Payment
Payment will be made for the following bid item when included in the bid proposal:
“Steel Cost Adjustment”, by calculation.
To provide a common proposal for all bidders, the Contracting Agency has entered an
amount in the proposal to become a part of the Contractor’s total bid.
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1-09.6 Force Account
(October 10, 2008 APWA GSP)
Supplement this section with the following:
The Contracting Agency has estimated and included in the Proposal, dollar amounts for all
items to be paid per force account, only to provide a common proposal for Bidders. All such
dollar amounts are to become a part of Contractor's total bid. However, the Contracting
Agency does not warrant expressly or by implication, that the actual amount of work will
correspond with those estimates. Payment will be made on the basis of the amount of work
actually authorized by Engineer.
1-09.8 Payment for Material On Hand
The last paragraph of Section 1-09.8 is revised to read:
(August 3, 2009 WSDOT GSP, Option 1)
The Contracting Agency will not pay for material on hand when the invoice cost is less than
$2,000. As materials are used in the work, credits equaling the partial payments for them will
be taken on future estimates. Each month, no later than the estimate due date, the Contractor
shall submit a letter to the Engineer that clearly states: 1) the amount originally paid on the
invoice (or other record of production cost) for the items on hand, 2) the dollar amount of the
material incorporated into each of the various work items for the month, and 3) the amount
that should be retained in material on hand items. If work is performed on the items and the
Contractor does not submit a letter, all of the previous material on hand payment will be
deducted on the estimate. Partial payment for materials on hand shall not constitute
acceptance. Any material will be rejected if found to be faulty even if partial payment for it
has been made.
1-09.9 Payments
(March 13, 2012 APWA GSP)
Supplement this section with the following:
Lump sum item breakdowns are not required when the bid price for the lump sum item is less
than $20,000.
(March 13, 2012 APWA GSP)
Delete the first four paragraphs and replace them with the following:
The basis of payment will be the actual quantities of Work performed according to the Contract
and as specified for payment.
The Contractor shall submit a breakdown of the cost of lump sum bid items at the
Preconstruction Conference, to enable the Project Engineer to determine the Work performed
on a monthly basis. A breakdown is not required for lump sum items that include a basis for
incremental payments as part of the respective Specification. Absent a lump sum breakdown,
the Project Engineer will make a determination based on information available. The Project
Engineer’s determination of the cost of work shall be final.
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Progress payments for completed work and material on hand will be based upon progress
estimates prepared by the Engineer. A progress estimate cutoff date will be established at
the preconstruction conference.
The initial progress estimate will be made not later than 30 days after the Contractor
commences the work, and successive progress estimates will be made every month thereafter
until the Completion Date. Progress estimates made during progress of the work are tentative,
and made only for the purpose of determining progress payments. The progress estimates
are subject to change at any time prior to the calculation of the final payment.
The value of the progress estimate will be the sum of the following:
1. Unit Price Items in the Bid Form — the approximate quantity of acceptable units of
work completed multiplied by the unit price.
2. Lump Sum Items in the Bid Form — based on the approved Contractor’s lump sum
breakdown for that item, or absent such a breakdown, based on the Engineer’s
determination.
3. Materials on Hand — 100 percent of invoiced cost of material delivered to Job site or
other storage area approved by the Engineer.
4. Change Orders — entitlement for approved extra cost or completed extra work as
determined by the Engineer.
Progress payments will be made in accordance with the progress estimate less:
1. Retainage per Section 1-09.9(1), on non FHWA-funded projects;
2. The amount of progress payments previously made; and
3. Funds withheld by the Contracting Agency for disbursement in accordance with the
Contract Documents.
Progress payments for work performed shall not be evidence of acceptable performance or
an admission by the Contracting Agency that any work has been satisfactorily completed. The
determination of payments under the contract will be final in accordance with Section 1-05.1.
1-09.11 Disputes and Claims
1-09.11(3) Time Limitation and Jurisdiction
(November 30, 2018 APWA GSP)
Revise this section to read:
For the convenience of the parties to the Contract it is mutually agreed by the parties that any
claims or causes of action which the Contractor has against the Contracting Agency arising
from the Contract shall be brought within 180 calendar days from the date of final acceptance
(Section 1-05.12) of the Contract by the Contracting Agency; and it is further agreed that any
such claims or causes of action shall be brought only in the Superior Court of the county
where the Contracting Agency headquarters is located, provided that where an action is
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asserted against a county, RCW 36.01.050 shall control venue and jurisdiction. The parties
understand and agree that the Contractor’s failure to bring suit within the time period provided,
shall be a complete bar to any such claims or causes of action. It is further mutually agreed
by the parties that when any claims or causes of action which the Contractor asserts against
the Contracting Agency arising from the Contract are filed with the Contracting Agency or
initiated in court, the Contractor shall permit the Contracting Agency to have timely access to
any records deemed necessary by the Contracting Agency to assist in evaluating the claims
or action.
1-09.13 Claims Resolution
1-09.13(3) Claims $250,000 or Less
(October 1, 2005 APWA GSP)
Delete this section and replace it with the following:
The Contractor and the Contracting Agency mutually agree that those claims that total
$250,000 or less, submitted in accordance with Section 1-09.11 and not resolved by
nonbinding ADR processes, shall be resolved through litigation unless the parties mutually
agree in writing to resolve the claim through binding arbitration.
1-09.13(3)A Administration of Arbitration
(November 30, 2018 APWA GSP)
Revise the third paragraph to read:
The Contracting Agency and the Contractor mutually agree to be bound by the decision of the
arbitrator, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in the
Superior Court of the county in which the Contracting Agency’s headquarters is located,
provided that where claims subject to arbitration are asserted against a county,
RCW 36.01.050 shall control venue and jurisdiction of the Superior Court. The decision of the
arbitrator and the specific basis for the decision shall be in writing. The arbitrator shall use the
Contract as a basis for decisions.
1-10 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL
1-10.1 General
Section 1-10.1 is supplemented with the following:
(***Renton and Ecology***)
This Work also consists of furnishing and installing temporary construction identification
signing, sign removal, signal relocation, and refacing existing signs.
Construction Identification Sign
The Contractor shall provide, install, maintain, relocate, and remove two (2) 8-foot by 4-foot
construction project signs as shown in Appendix D with City of Renton and the funding sources
identified along with the project name. The Contractor shall submit a sample in the form of an
11-inch by 17-inch drawing to the Contracting Agency for approval prior to fabrication. The
new signs shall have the most current City of Renton and Department of Ecology logos. The
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Contractor shall display Ecology’s logo in a manner that informs the public that the project
received financial assistance from the Washington State Stormwater Grant Program. The
specific content and exact field location will be provided by the Engineer at the preconstruction
conference. The sign shall be installed within three working days of mobilization. Project signs
shall be considered Construction Signs Class A.
The signs shall be erected on 4-inch by 4-inch vertical wooden posts. The signs shall be
maintained by the Contractor in good condition throughout the duration of the project and
removed upon Physical Completion of the Contract, or when designated by the Engineer.
1-10.2 Traffic Control Management
1-10.2(1) General
(January 10, 2022 WSDOT GSP, Option 1) Supplement
Section 1-10.2(1) is supplemented with the following:
(January 3, 2017 WSDOT GSP, Option 1)
Only training with WSDOT TCS card and WSDOT training curriculum is recognized in the
State of Washington. The Traffic Control Supervisor shall be certified by one of the following:
The Northwest Laborers-Employers Training Trust
27055 Ohio Ave.
Kingston, WA 98346
(360) 297-3035
Evergreen Safety Council
12545 135th Ave. NE
Kirkland, WA 98034-8709
1-800-521-0778
The American Traffic Safety Services Association
15 Riverside Parkway, Suite 100
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22406-1022
Training Dept. Toll Free (877) 642-4637
Phone: (540) 368-1701
Integrity Safety
13912 NE 20th Ave.
Vancouver, WA 98686
(360) 574-6071
https://www.integritysafety.com
US Safety Alliance
(904) 705-5660
https://www.ussafetyalliance.com
K&D Services Inc.
2719 Rockefeller Ave.
Everett, WA 98201
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(800) 343-4049
https://www.kndservices.net
1-10.2(2) Traffic Control Plans
Replace Section 1-10.2(2) with the following:
(***Renton***)
When the Contractor’s chosen method of performing the Work in the Contract requires some
form of temporary traffic control, the Contractor shall prepare and submit traffic control plan(s)
that show(s) the Contractor’s method of handling vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic. All
construction signs, flaggers, spotters, and other traffic control devices required to support the
Work shall be shown on the traffic control plan(s).
If flagging is proposed, the Contractor’s traffic control plan(s) shall show locations for all the
required advance warning signs and a safe, protected location for the flagging station. If
flagging is to be performed during hours of darkness, the plan(s) shall include appropriate
illumination for the flagging station.
Contractor-proposed traffic control plan(s) shall conform to the established standards for plan
development as shown in the MUTCD, Part 6. The Contractor-developed plan(s), shall be
provided to the Engineer for approval at least 10 calendar days in advance of the time the
signs and other traffic control devices are scheduled to be installed and utilized. The
Contractor shall be solely responsible for submitting any proposed traffic control plan or
modification, obtaining the Engineer’s approval and providing copies of the approved Traffic
Control Plans to the Traffic Control Supervisor.
1-10.3 Traffic Control Labor, Procedures, and Devices
Section 1-10.3 is supplemented as follows:
(***Renton***)
At the end of each working day, provisions shall be made for the safe passage of traffic and
pedestrians during non-working hours.1-10.3(1) Traffic Control Labor.
1-10.3(1) Traffic Control Labor
1-10.3(1)B Other Traffic Control Labor
Section 1-10.3(1)B is supplemented with the following:
(***Renton***)
The Contractor shall arrange for uniformed police officers that are off duty to be present for
the following:
1. For all activities within 150 feet of signalized intersections where the operation of the
signal will be adversely affected.
2. Countermanding a traffic signal indication at a signalized intersection.
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3. Directing vehicle and pedestrian traffic when a traffic signal indication is turned off or
inoperative.
4. For all other conditions where the Engineer deems it necessary for safety, including
Work during hours of darkness.
The Contractor shall identify the use of uniformed police officers on the Traffic Control Plan(s),
The Contractor shall obtain approval from the Engineer prior to use of uniformed police
officers.
The Contractor may contact the City of Renton Police Department to inquire about uniformed
police officers that may be interested in performing off duty work or contract with a business,
licensed in the State of Washington, that provides Security Guards and Patrol Services.
The City of Renton police assistance can be reached at the following number:
Renton Police Department
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 430-7500
A UPO shall be provided in the event of accidental power outages or disruption as a result of
Contractor Work. The UPO shall be provided at Contractor expense, and remain in place until
the intersection becomes satisfactorily operational as determined by the Engineer or UPO.
1-10.3(3) Traffic Control Devices
Add the following new section:
1-10.3(3)L Notifications (New Section)
(***Renton***)
All work and materials associated with the notification procedures shall be incidental to the
contract lump sum price for “Temporary Traffic Control (including flaggers)”
Add the following new section:
1-10.3(3)M No Parking Signs (New Section)
(***Renton***)
Along any street included in the Work, the Contractor shall be responsible for posting “No
Parking” signs a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the start of work. The signs shall specify
the date(s) and time(s) that parking restrictions will be in effect. The name and phone number
of the Contractor shall be clearly visible on each sign.
The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with the Engineer and/or Renton Police
Department if the need arises to tow any vehicle(s) violating a posted “No Parking” sign. The
Contractor shall make a reasonable effort to contact the vehicle owner prior to initiating the
process to tow a vehicle.
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All work and materials associated with this work shall be incidental to the contract lump sum
price for “Temporary Traffic Control (including flaggers)”.
1-10.4 Measurement
1-10.4(1) Lump Sum Bid for Project (No Unit Items)
(August 2, 2004 WSDOT GSP, Option 1) Supplement
Section 1-10.4(1) is supplemented with the following:
The proposal contains the item “Project Temporary Traffic Control”, lump sum. The
provisions of Section 1-10.4(1) shall apply.
END OF DIVISION 1
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DIVISION 2 – EARTHWORK
2-02 REMOVAL OF STRUCTURES AND OBSTRUCTIONS
2-02.1 Description
Section 2-02.1 is supplemented with the following:
This work consists of removing and disposing or salvaging of existing gravel and
aggregate driveways, roadway shoulders and walkways as shown on the plans.
2-02.3(3) Removal of Pavement, Sidewalks, Curbs and Gutters
Section 2-02.3(3) is supplemented with the following:
Sawcutting
This work shall consist of sawcutting pavement the full depth of the pavement section, up to
12 inches thick, where shown on the plans, and directed by the Engineer. Pavement shall be
sawcut prior to excavation work.
Sawcuts shall produce a clean vertical edge.
The Contractor is responsible for protecting the pavement edge after sawcutting. If the asphalt
cracks near the sawcut, a second sawcut will be required at no additional compensation. The
limits of the second sawcut will be established by the Engineer. The Contractor is hereby
advised that depths of existing pavement are inconsistent and may be up to 12 inches thick.
Contractor shall follow Ecology Stormwater Management Manual (2014) guidelines pertaining
to saw cutting shown below. Any additional equipment, labor, or materials required to meet
the requirements below shall be considered incidental to the contract.
Slurry and cuttings shall be vacuumed during cutting and surfacing operations.
Slurry and cuttings shall not remain on permanent concrete or asphalt pavement
overnight.
Slurry and cuttings shall not drain to any natural or constructed drainage
conveyance.
Collected slurry and cuttings shall be disposed of in a manner that does not violate
groundwater or surface water quality standards.
Process water that is generated during hydro-demolition, surface roughening, or
similar operations shall not drain to any natural or constructed drainage conveyance
and shall be disposed of in a manner that does not violate groundwater or surface
water quality standards.
Cleaning waste material and demolition debris shall be handled and disposed of in a
manner that does not cause contamination of water. If the area is swept with a pick-
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up sweeper, the material must be hauled out of the area to an appropriate disposal
site.
The Contractor shall continually monitor operations to determine whether slurry,
cuttings, or process water could enter waters of the state. If inspections show that a
violation of water quality standards could occur, stop operations and immediately
implement preventive measures such as berms, barriers, secondary containment,
and vacuum trucks. The Contractor shall satisfy themselves of the nature of the
pavement cuts to be made, and no additional allowance will be allowed regardless of
depth or materials encountered.
NEW SECTION
2-02.4 Measurement
Measurement for “Remove Asphalt Obstructions” shall be per ton removed and hauled
Measurement for “Sawcutting” shall be per horizontal linear foot, up to 12” depth
2-02.5 Payment
Section 2-02.5 is supplemented with the following:
Payment for “Sawcutting” shall be by the Contract unit bid price per linear foot, which
payment shall be considered full compensation for all tools, equipment, labor, materials,
stormwater protection, haul and incidentals required to complete this work as specified
herein.
Payment for “Remove Asphalt Obstructions” shall be by the Contract unit bid price per
ton, which payment shall be considered full compensation for all tools, equipment, labor,
materials, haul and incidentals required to complete this work as specified herein.
END DIVISION 2
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DIVISION 5 – SURFACE TREATMENTS AND PAVEMENTS
5-04 Hot Mix Asphalt
(******)
Delete Section 5-04 and amendments, Hot Mix Asphalt and replace it with the following:
5-04 Hot Mix Asphalt (Non-Statistical, Commercial)
5-04.1 Description
This Work shall consist of providing and placing one or more layers of plant-mixed hot mix
asphalt (HMA) on a prepared foundation or base in accordance with these Specifications. and
the lines, grades, thicknesses, and typical cross-sections shown in the Plans. The Contractor
shall maintain the existing street surface contours (e.g. street profile and cross section, etc.),
unless otherwise directed by the Engineer. The manufacture of HMA may include warm mix
asphalt (WMA) processes in accordance with these Specifications. WMA processes include
organic additives, chemical additives, and foaming.
HMA shall be composed of asphalt binder and mineral materials as may be required, mixed
in the proportions specified to provide a homogeneous, stable, and workable mixture.
All HMA to be placed in this contract shall be HMA CL. ½” PG 58H-22.
5-04.2 Materials
Materials shall meet the requirements of the following sections:
Asphalt Binder 9-02.1(4)
Cationic Emulsified Asphalt 9-02.1(6)
Anti-Stripping Additive 9-02.4
HMA Additive 9-02.5
Aggregates 9-03.8
Recycled Asphalt Pavement 9-03.8(3)B
Mineral Filler 9-03.8(5)
Recycled Material 9-03.21
Portland Cement 9-01
Sand 9-03.1(2)
(As noted in 5-04.3(5)C for crack sealing)
Joint Sealant 9-04.2
Foam Backer Rod 9-04.2(3)A
The Contract documents may establish that the various mineral materials required for the
manufacture of HMA will be furnished in whole or in part by the Contracting Agency. If the
documents do not establish the furnishing of any of these mineral materials by the Contracting
Agency, the Contractor shall be required to furnish such materials in the amounts required for
the designated mix. Mineral materials include coarse and fine aggregates, and mineral filler.
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The Contractor may choose to utilize recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) in the production of
HMA. The RAP may be from pavements removed under the Contract, if any, or pavement
material from an existing stockpile.
The Contractor may use up to 20 percent RAP by total weight of HMA with no additional
sampling or testing of the RAP. The RAP shall be sampled and tested at a frequency of one
sample for every 1,000 tons produced and not less than ten samples per project. The asphalt
content and gradation test data shall be reported to the Contracting Agency when submitting
the mix design for approval on the QPL. The Contractor shall include the RAP as part of the
mix design as defined in these Specifications.
The grade of asphalt binder shall be as required by the Contract. Blending of asphalt binder
from different sources is not permitted.
The Contractor may only use warm mix asphalt (WMA) processes in the production of HMA
with 20 percent or less RAP by total weight of HMA. The Contractor shall submit to the
Engineer for approval the process that is proposed and how it will be used in the manufacture
of HMA.
Production of aggregates shall comply with the requirements of Section 3-01.
Preparation of stockpile site, the stockpiling of aggregates, and the removal of aggregates
from stockpiles shall comply with the requirements of Section 3-02.
5-04.2(1) How to Get an HMA Mix Design on the QPL
If the contractor wishes to submit a mix design for inclusion in the Qualified Products List
(QPL), please follow the WSDOT process outlined in Standard Specification 5-04.2(1).as
follows:
Comply with each of the following:
• Develop the mix design in accordance with WSDOT SOP 732.
• Develop a mix design that complies with Sections 9-03.8(2) and 9-03.8(6).
• Develop a mix design no more than 6 months prior to submitting it for QPL evaluation.
• Submit mix designs to the WSDOT State Materials Laboratory in Tumwater, including
WSDOT Form 350-042.
• Include representative samples of the materials that are to be used in the HMA production
as part of the mix design submittal.
• Identify the brand, type, and percentage of anti-stripping additive in the mix design
submittal.
• Include with the mix design submittal a certification from the asphalt binder supplier that
the anti-stripping additive is compatible with the crude source and the formulation of
asphalt binder proposed for use in the mix design.
• Do not include warm mix asphalt (WMA) additives when developing a mix design or
submitting a mix design for QPL evaluation. The use of warm mix asphalt (WMA) additives
is not part of the process for obtaining approval for listing a mix design on the QPL. Refer
to Section 5-04.2(2)B.
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5-04.2(1)A Vacant
5-04.2(2) Mix Design – Obtaining Project Approval
No paving shall begin prior to the approval of the mix design by the Engineer.
Nonstatistical evaluation will be used for all HMA not designated as Commercial HMA in the
contract documents.
Commercial evaluation will be used for Commercial HMA and for other classes of HMA in
the following applications: sidewalks, road approaches, ditches, slopes, paths, trails, gores,
prelevel, and pavement repair. Other nonstructural applications of HMA accepted by
commercial evaluation shall be as approved by the Project Engineer. Sampling and testing of
HMA accepted by commercial evaluation will be at the option of the Project Engineer. The
Proposal quantity of HMA that is accepted by commercial evaluation will be excluded from the
quantities used in the determination of nonstatistical evaluation.
Nonstatistical Mix Design. Fifteen days prior to the first day of paving the contractor shall
provide one of the following mix design verification certifications for Contracting Agency
review;
• The WSDOT Mix Design Evaluation Report from the current WSDOT QPL, or one of the
mix design verification certifications listed below.
• The proposed HMA mix design on WSDOT Form 350-042 with the seal and certification
(stamp & signature) of a valid licensed Washington State Professional Engineer.
• The Mix Design Report for the proposed HMA mix design developed by a qualified City or
County laboratory that is within one year of the approval date.**
** The mix design report shall be performed by a lab accredited by a national authority
such as Laboratory Accreditation Bureau, L-A-B for Construction Materials Testing,
The Construction Materials Engineering Council (CMEC’s) ISO 17025 or AASHTO
Accreditation Program (AAP) and shall supply evidence of participation in the
AASHTO: resource proficiency sample program.
Mix designs for HMA accepted by Nonstatistical evaluation shall;
• Have the aggregate structure and asphalt binder content determined in accordance with
WSDOT Standard Operating Procedure 732 and meet the requirements of Sections 9-
03.8(2), except that Hamburg testing for ruts and stripping are at the discretion of the
Engineer, and 9-03.8(6).
• Have anti-strip requirements, if any, for the proposed mix design determined in
accordance with AASHTO T 283 or T 324, or based on historic anti-strip and aggregate
source compatibility from previous WSDOT lab testing.
At the discretion of the Engineer, agencies may accept verified mix designs older than 12
months from the original verification date with a certification from the Contractor that the
materials and sources are the same as those shown on the original mix design.
Commercial Evaluation. Approval of a mix design for “Commercial Evaluation” will be based
on a review of the Contractor’s submittal of WSDOT Form 350-042 (For commercial mixes,
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AASHTO T 324 evaluation is not required) or a Mix Design from the current WSDOT QPL or
from one of the processes allowed by this section. Testing of the HMA by the Contracting
Agency for mix design approval is not required.
For the Bid Item Commercial HMA, the Contractor shall select a class of HMA and design
level of Equivalent Single Axle Loads (ESAL’s) appropriate for the required use.
ESAL's
The number of ESAL's for the design and acceptance of the HMA shall be *** 4 *** million.
5-04.2(2)B Using Warm Mix Asphalt Processes
The Contractor may elect to use additives that reduce the optimum mixing temperature or
serve as a compaction aid for producing HMA. Additives include organic additives, chemical
additives and foaming processes. The use of Additives is subject to the following:
• Do not use additives that reduce the mixing temperature more than allowed in Section 5-
04.3(6) in the production of mixtures.
• Before using additives, obtain the Engineer’s approval using WSDOT Form 350-076 to
describe the proposed additive and process.
5-04.3 Construction Requirements
5-04.3(1) Weather Limitations
Do not place HMA for wearing course on any Traveled Way beginning October 1st through
March 31st of the following year without written concurrence from the Engineer.
Do not place HMA on any wet surface, or when the average surface temperatures are less
than those specified below, or when weather conditions otherwise prevent the proper handling
or finishing of the HMA.
Minimum Surface Temperature for Paving
Compacted Thickness
(Feet)
Wearing Course Other Courses
Less than 0.10 55°F 45°F
0.10 to 0.20 45°F 35°F
More than 0.20 35°F 35°F
5-04.3(2) Paving Under Traffic
When the Roadway being paved is open to traffic, the requirements of this Section shall apply.
The Contractor shall keep intersections open to traffic at all times except when paving the
intersection or paving across the intersection. During such time, and provided that there has
been an advance warning to the public, the intersection may be closed for the minimum time
required to place and compact the mixture. In hot weather, the Engineer may require the
application of water to the pavement to accelerate the finish rolling of the pavement and to
shorten the time required before reopening to traffic.
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Before closing an intersection, advance warning signs shall be placed and signs shall also be
placed marking the detour or alternate route.
During paving operations, temporary pavement markings shall be maintained throughout the
project. Temporary pavement markings shall be installed on the Roadway prior to opening to
traffic. Temporary pavement markings shall be in accordance with Section 8-23.
All costs in connection with performing the Work in accordance with these requirements,
except the cost of temporary pavement markings, shall be included in the unit Contract prices
for the various Bid items involved in the Contract.
5-04.3(3) Equipment
5-04.3(3)A Mixing Plant
Plants used for the preparation of HMA shall conform to the following requirements:
1. Equipment for Preparation of Asphalt Binder – Tanks for the storage of asphalt binder
shall be equipped to heat and hold the material at the required temperatures. The heating
shall be accomplished by steam coils, electricity, or other approved means so that no
flame shall be in contact with the storage tank. The circulating system for the asphalt
binder shall be designed to ensure proper and continuous circulation during the operating
period. A valve for the purpose of sampling the asphalt binder shall be placed in either the
storage tank or in the supply line to the mixer.
2. Thermometric Equipment – An armored thermometer, capable of detecting temperature
ranges expected in the HMA mix, shall be fixed in the asphalt binder feed line at a location
near the charging valve at the mixer unit. The thermometer location shall be convenient
and safe for access by Inspectors. The plant shall also be equipped with an approved dial-
scale thermometer, a mercury actuated thermometer, an electric pyrometer, or another
approved thermometric instrument placed at the discharge chute of the drier to
automatically register or indicate the temperature of the heated aggregates. This device
shall be in full view of the plant operator.
3. Heating of Asphalt Binder – The temperature of the asphalt binder shall not exceed the
maximum recommended by the asphalt binder manufacturer nor shall it be below the
minimum temperature required to maintain the asphalt binder in a homogeneous state.
The asphalt binder shall be heated in a manner that will avoid local variations in heating.
The heating method shall provide a continuous supply of asphalt binder to the mixer at a
uniform average temperature with no individual variations exceeding 25°F. Also, when a
WMA additive is included in the asphalt binder, the temperature of the asphalt binder shall
not exceed the maximum recommended by the manufacturer of the WMA additive.
4. Sampling and Testing of Mineral Materials – The HMA plant shall be equipped with a
mechanical sampler for the sampling of the mineral materials. The mechanical sampler
shall meet the requirements of Section 1-05.6 for the crushing and screening operation.
The Contractor shall provide for the setup and operation of the field testing facilities of the
Contracting Agency as provided for in Section 3-01.2(2).
5. Sampling HMA – The HMA plant shall provide for sampling HMA by one of the following
methods:
a. A mechanical sampling device attached to the HMA plant.
b. Platforms or devices to enable sampling from the hauling vehicle without entering the
hauling vehicle.
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5-04.3(3)B Hauling Equipment
Trucks used for hauling HMA shall have tight, clean, smooth metal beds and shall have a
cover of canvas or other suitable material of sufficient size to protect the mixture from adverse
weather. Whenever the weather conditions during the work shift include, or are forecast to
include, precipitation or an air temperature less than 45°F or when time from loading to
unloading exceeds 30 minutes, the cover shall be securely attached to protect the HMA.
The contractor shall provide an environmentally benign means to prevent the HMA mixture
from adhering to the hauling equipment. Excess release agent shall be drained prior to filling
hauling equipment with HMA. Petroleum derivatives or other coating material that contaminate
or alter the characteristics of the HMA shall not be used. For live bed trucks, the conveyer
shall be in operation during the process of applying the release agent.
5-04.3(3)C Pavers
HMA pavers shall be self-contained, power-propelled units, provided with an internally heated
vibratory screed and shall be capable of spreading and finishing courses of HMA plant mix
material in lane widths required by the paving section shown in the Plans.
The HMA paver shall be in good condition and shall have the most current equipment
available from the manufacturer for the prevention of segregation of the HMA mixture installed,
in good condition, and in working order. The equipment certification shall list the make, model,
and year of the paver and any equipment that has been retrofitted.
The screed shall be operated in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and
shall effectively produce a finished surface of the required evenness and texture without
tearing, shoving, segregating, or gouging the mixture. A copy of the manufacturer’s
recommendations shall be provided upon request by the Contracting Agency. Extensions will
be allowed provided they produce the same results, including ride, density, and surface
texture as obtained by the primary screed. Extensions without augers and an internally heated
vibratory screed shall not be used in the Traveled Way.
When specified in the Contract or required by the Engineer, reference lines for vertical control
will be required. Lines shall be placed on both outer edges of the Traveled Way of each
Roadway. Horizontal control utilizing the reference line will be permitted. The grade and slope
for intermediate lanes shall be controlled automatically from reference lines or by means of a
mat referencing device and a slope control device. When the finish of the grade prepared for
paving is superior to the established tolerances and when, in the opinion of the Engineer,
further improvement to the line, grade, cross-section, and smoothness can best be achieved
without the use of the reference line, a mat referencing device may be substituted for the
reference line. Substitution of the device will be subject to the continued approval of the
Engineer. A joint matcher may be used subject to the approval of the Engineer. The reference
line may be removed after the completion of the first course of HMA when approved by the
Engineer. Whenever the Engineer determines that any of these methods are failing to provide
the necessary vertical control, the reference lines will be reinstalled by the Contractor.
The Contractor shall furnish and install all pins, brackets, tensioning devices, wire, and
accessories necessary for satisfactory operation of the automatic control equipment.
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If the paving machine in use is not providing the required finish, the Engineer may suspend
Work as allowed by Section 1-08.6. Any cleaning or solvent type liquids spilled on the
pavement shall be thoroughly removed before paving proceeds.
5-04.3(3)D Material Transfer Device or Material Transfer Vehicle
A Material Transfer Device/Vehicle (MTD/V) shall only be used with the Engineer’s approval,
unless other-wise required by the contract. A MTD/V is not required for this contract.
Where an MTD/V is required by the contract, the Engineer may approve paving without an
MTD/V, at the request of the Contractor. The Engineer will determine if an equitable
adjustment in cost or time is due.
When used, the MTD/V shall mix the HMA after delivery by the hauling equipment and prior
to laydown by the paving machine. Mixing of the HMA shall be sufficient to obtain a uniform
temperature throughout the mixture. If a windrow elevator is used, the length of the windrow
may be limited in urban areas or through intersections, at the discretion of the Engineer.
To be approved for use, an MTV:
1. Shall be self-propelled vehicle, separate from the hauling vehicle or paver.
2. Shall not be connected to the hauling vehicle or paver.
3. May accept HMA directly from the haul vehicle or pick up HMA from a windrow.
4. Shall mix the HMA after delivery by the hauling equipment and prior to placement into the
paving machine.
5. Shall mix the HMA sufficiently to obtain a uniform temperature throughout the mixture.
To be approved for use, an MTD:
1. Shall be positively connected to the paver.
2. May accept HMA directly from the haul vehicle or pick up HMA from a windrow.
3. Shall mix the HMA after delivery by the hauling equipment and prior to placement into the
paving machine.
4. Shall mix the HMA sufficiently to obtain a uniform temperature throughout the mixture.
5-04.3(3)E Rollers
Rollers shall be of the steel wheel, vibratory, oscillatory, or pneumatic tire type, in good
condition and capable of reversing without backlash. Operation of the roller shall be in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. When ordered by the Engineer for any
roller planned for use on the project, the Contractor shall provide a copy of the manufacturer’s
recommendation for the use of that roller for compaction of HMA. The number and weight of
rollers shall be sufficient to compact the mixture in compliance with the requirements of
Section 5-04.3(10). The use of equipment that results in crushing of the aggregate will not be
permitted. Rollers producing pickup, washboard, uneven compaction of the surface,
displacement of the mixture or other undesirable results shall not be used.
5-04.3(4) Preparation of Existing Paved Surfaces
When the surface of the existing pavement or old base is irregular, the Contractor shall bring
it to a uniform grade and cross-section as shown on the Plans or approved by the Engineer.
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Preleveling of uneven or broken surfaces over which HMA is to be placed may be
accomplished by using an asphalt paver, a motor patrol grader, or by hand raking, as
approved by the Engineer.
Compaction of preleveling HMA shall be to the satisfaction of the Engineer and may require
the use of small steel wheel rollers, plate compactors, or pneumatic rollers to avoid bridging
across preleveled areas by the compaction equipment. Equipment used for the compaction
of preleveling HMA shall be approved by the Engineer.
Before construction of HMA on an existing paved surface, the entire surface of the pavement
shall be clean. All fatty asphalt patches, grease drippings, and other objectionable matter shall
be entirely removed from the existing pavement. All pavements or bituminous surfaces shall
be thoroughly cleaned of dust, soil, pavement grindings, and other foreign matter. All holes
and small depressions shall be filled with an appropriate class of HMA. The surface of the
patched area shall be leveled and compacted thoroughly. Prior to the application of tack coat,
or paving, the condition of the surface shall be approved by the Engineer.
A tack coat of asphalt shall be applied to all paved surfaces on which any course of HMA is
to be placed or abutted; except that tack coat may be omitted from clean, newly paved
surfaces at the discretion of the Engineer. Tack coat shall be uniformly applied to cover the
existing pavement with a thin film of residual asphalt free of streaks and bare spots at a rate
between 0.02 and 0.10 gallons per square yard of retained asphalt. The rate of application
shall be approved by the Engineer. A heavy application of tack coat shall be applied to all
joints. For Roadways open to traffic, the application of tack coat shall be limited to surfaces
that will be paved during the same working shift. The spreading equipment shall be equipped
with a thermometer to indicate the temperature of the tack coat material.
Equipment shall not operate on tacked surfaces until the tack has broken and cured. If the
Contractor’s operation damages the tack coat it shall be repaired prior to placement of the
HMA.
The tack coat shall be CSS-1, or CSS-1h emulsified asphalt. The CSS-1 and CSS-1h
emulsified asphalt may be diluted once with water at a rate not to exceed one part water to
one part emulsified asphalt. The tack coat shall have sufficient temperature such that it may
be applied uniformly at the specified rate of application and shall not exceed the maximum
temperature recommended by the emulsified asphalt manufacturer.
All utility appurtenances (e.g. manhole covers, valve covers, etc.) located within the paving
limits shall be coated with a biodegradable soap to prevent the tack coat and HMA from
sticking to them. Diesel shall not be used for this purpose. After application of the
biodegradable soap, all catch basins shall be covered to prevent tack and HMA from entering
into them.
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5-04.3(4)A Crack Sealing
5-04.3(4)A1 General
When the Proposal includes a pay item for crack sealing, seal all cracks ¼ inch in width and
greater.
Cleaning: Ensure that cracks are thoroughly clean, dry and free of all loose and foreign
material when filling with crack sealant material. Use a hot compressed air lance to dry and
warm the pavement surfaces within the crack immediately prior to filling a crack with the
sealant material. Do not overheat pavement. Do not use direct flame dryers. Routing cracks
is not required.
Sand Slurry: For cracks that are to be filled with sand slurry, thoroughly mix the components
and pour the mixture into the cracks until full. Add additional CSS-1 cationic emulsified asphalt
to the sand slurry as needed for workability to ensure the mixture will completely fill the cracks.
Strike off the sand slurry flush with the existing pavement surface and allow the mixture to
cure. Top off cracks that were not completely filled with additional sand slurry. Do not place
the HMA overlay until the slurry has fully cured.
The sand slurry shall consist of approximately 20 percent CSS-1 emulsified asphalt,
approximately 2 percent portland cement, water (if required), and the remainder clean Class
1 or 2 fine aggregate per section 9-03.1(2). The components shall be thoroughly mixed and
then poured into the cracks and joints until full. The following day, any cracks or joints that are
not completely filled shall be topped off with additional sand slurry. After the sand slurry is
placed, the filler shall be struck off flush with the existing pavement surface and allowed to
cure. The HMA overlay shall not be placed until the slurry has fully cured. The requirements
of Section 1-06 will not apply to the portland cement and sand used in the sand slurry.
In areas where HMA will be placed, use sand slurry to fill the cracks.
In areas where HMA will not be placed, fill the cracks as follows:
1. Cracks ¼ inch to 1 inch in width - fill with hot poured sealant.
2. Cracks greater than 1 inch in width – fill with sand slurry.
Hot Poured Sealant: For cracks that are to be filled with hot poured sealant, apply the material
in accordance with these requirements and the manufacturer’s recommendations. Furnish a
Type 1 Working Drawing of the manufacturer’s product information and recommendations to
the Engineer prior to the start of work, including the manufacturer’s recommended heating
time and temperatures, allowable storage time and temperatures after initial heating,
allowable reheating criteria, and application temperature range. Confine hot poured sealant
material within the crack. Clean any overflow of sealant from the pavement surface. If, in the
opinion of the Engineer, the Contractor’s method of sealing the cracks with hot poured sealant
results in an excessive amount of material on the pavement surface, stop and correct the
operation to eliminate the excess material.
5-04.3(4)A2 Crack Sealing Areas Prior to Paving
In areas where HMA will be placed, use sand slurry to fill the cracks.
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5-04.3(4)A3 Crack Sealing Areas Not to be Paved
In areas where HMA will not be placed, fill the cracks as follows:
A. Cracks ¼ inch to 1 inch in width – fill with hot poured sealant.
B. Cracks greater than 1 inch in width – fill with sand slurry.
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5-04.3(4)C Pavement Repair
The Contractor shall excavate pavement repair areas and shall backfill these with HMA in
accordance with the details shown in the Plans and as marked in the field. The Contractor
shall conduct the excavation operations in a manner that will protect the pavement that is to
remain. Pavement not designated to be removed that is damaged as a result of the
Contractor’s operations shall be repaired by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Engineer
at no cost to the Contracting Agency. The Contractor shall excavate only within one lane at a
time unless approved otherwise by the Engineer. The Contractor shall not excavate more area
than can be completely finished during the same shift, unless approved by the Engineer.
Unless otherwise shown in the Plans or determined by the Engineer, excavate to a depth of
1.0 feet. The Engineer will make the final determination of the excavation depth required. The
minimum width of any pavement repair area shall be 40 inches unless shown otherwise in the
Plans. Before any excavation, the existing pavement shall be sawcut or shall be removed by
a pavement grinder. Excavated materials will become the property of the Contractor and shall
be disposed of in a Contractor-provided site off the Right of Way or used in accordance with
Sections 2-02.3(3) or 9-03.21.
Asphalt for tack coat shall be required as specified in Section 5-04.3(4). A heavy application
of tack coat shall be applied to all surfaces of existing pavement in the pavement repair area.
Placement of the HMA backfill shall be accomplished in lifts not to exceed 0.35-foot
compacted depth. Lifts that exceed 0.35-foot of compacted depth may be accomplished with
the approval of the Engineer. Each lift shall be thoroughly compacted by a mechanical tamper
or a roller.
5-04.3(5) Producing/Stockpiling Aggregates and RAP
Aggregates and RAP shall be stockpiled according to the requirements of Section 3-02.
Sufficient storage space shall be provided for each size of aggregate and RAP. Materials shall
be removed from stockpile(s) in a manner to ensure minimal segregation when being moved
to the HMA plant for processing into the final mixture. Different aggregate sizes shall be kept
separated until they have been delivered to the HMA plant.
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5-04.3(6) Mixing
After the required amount of mineral materials, asphalt binder, recycling agent and anti-
stripping additives have been introduced into the mixer the HMA shall be mixed until complete
and uniform coating of the particles and thorough distribution of the asphalt binder throughout
the mineral materials is ensured.
When discharged, the temperature of the HMA shall not exceed the optimum mixing
temperature by more than 25°F as shown on the reference mix design report or as approved
by the Engineer. Also, when a WMA additive is included in the manufacture of HMA, the
discharge temperature of the HMA shall not exceed the maximum recommended by the
manufacturer of the WMA additive. A maximum water content of 2 percent in the mix, at
discharge, will be allowed providing the water causes no problems with handling, stripping, or
flushing. If the water in the HMA causes any of these problems, the moisture content shall be
reduced as directed by the Engineer.
Storing or holding of the HMA in approved storage facilities will be permitted with approval of
the Engineer, but in no event shall the HMA be held for more than 24 hours. HMA held for
more than 24 hours after mixing shall be rejected. Rejected HMA shall be disposed of by the
Contractor at no expense to the Contracting Agency. The storage facility shall have an
accessible device located at the top of the cone or about the third point. The device shall
indicate the amount of material in storage. No HMA shall be accepted from the storage facility
when the HMA in storage is below the top of the cone of the storage facility, except as the
storage facility is being emptied at the end of the working shift.
Recycled asphalt pavement (RAP) utilized in the production of HMA shall be sized prior to
entering the mixer so that a uniform and thoroughly mixed HMA is produced. If there is
evidence of the recycled asphalt pavement not breaking down during the heating and mixing
of the HMA, the Contractor shall immediately suspend the use of the RAP until changes have
been approved by the Engineer. After the required amount of mineral materials, RAP, new
asphalt binder and asphalt rejuvenator have been introduced into the mixer the HMA shall be
mixed until complete and uniform coating of the particles and thorough distribution of the
asphalt binder throughout the mineral materials, and RAP is ensured.
5-04.3(7) Spreading and Finishing
The mixture shall be laid upon an approved surface, spread, and struck off to the grade and
elevation established. HMA pavers complying with Section 5-04.3(3) shall be used to
distribute the mixture. Unless otherwise directed by the Engineer, the nominal compacted
depth of any layer of any course shall not exceed the following:
HMA Class 1” 0.35 feet
HMA Class ¾” and HMA Class ½”
wearing course 0.30 feet
other courses 0.35 feet
HMA Class ⅜” 0.15 feet
On areas where irregularities or unavoidable obstacles make the use of mechanical spreading
and finishing equipment impractical, the paving may be done with other equipment or by hand.
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When more than one JMF is being utilized to produce HMA, the material produced for each
JMF shall be placed by separate spreading and compacting equipment. The intermingling of
HMA produced from more than one JMF is prohibited. Each strip of HMA placed during a work
shift shall conform to a single JMF established for the class of HMA specified unless there is
a need to make an adjustment in the JMF.
All cast off rock from raking shall be removed prior to compaction of final HMA lift.
5-04.3(8) Aggregate Acceptance Prior to Incorporation in HMA
For HMA accepted by nonstatistical evaluation the aggregate properties of sand equivalent,
uncompacted void content and fracture will be evaluated in accordance with Section 3-04.
Sampling and testing of aggregates for HMA accepted by commercial evaluation will be at the
option of the Engineer.
5-04.3(9) HMA Mixture Acceptance
Acceptance of HMA shall be as provided under nonstatistical, or commercial evaluation.
Nonstatistical evaluation will be used for the acceptance of HMA unless Commercial
Evaluation is specified.
Commercial evaluation will be used for Commercial HMA and for other classes of HMA in the
following applications: sidewalks, road approaches, ditches, slopes, paths, trails, gores,
prelevel, temporary pavement, and pavement repair. Other nonstructural applications of HMA
accepted by commercial evaluation shall be as approved by the Engineer. Sampling and
testing of HMA accepted by commercial evaluation will be at the option of the Engineer.
The mix design will be the initial JMF for the class of HMA. The Contractor may request a
change in the JMF. Any adjustments to the JMF will require the approval of the Engineer and
may be made in accordance with this section.
HMA Tolerances and Adjustments
1. Job Mix Formula Tolerances – The constituents of the mixture at the time of acceptance
shall be within tolerance. The tolerance limits will be established as follows:
For Asphalt Binder and Air Voids (Va), the acceptance limits are determined by adding
the tolerances below to the approved JMF values. These values will also be the Upper
Specification Limit (USL) and Lower Specification Limit (LSL) required in Section 1-
06.2(2)D2.
Property Non-Statistical
Evaluation
Commercial
Evaluation
Asphalt Binder +/- 0.5% +/- 0.7%
Air Voids, Va 2.5% min. and 5.5%
max.
N/A
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For Aggregates in the mixture:
a. First, determine preliminary upper and lower acceptance limits by applying the
following tolerances to the approved JMF.
Aggregate Percent
Passing
Non-Statistical
Evaluation
Commercial
Evaluation
1”, ¾”, ½”, and ⅜” sieves +/- 6% +/- 8%
No. 4 sieve +/- 6% +/- 8%
No. 8 sieve +/- 6% +/- 8%
No. 200 sieve +/- 2.0% +/- 3.0%
b. Second, adjust the preliminary upper and lower acceptance limits determined from
step (a) the minimum amount necessary so that none of the aggregate properties are
outside the control points in Section 9-03.8(6). The resulting values will be the upper
and lower acceptance limits for aggregates, as well as the USL and LSL required in
Section 1-06.2(2)D2.
2. Job Mix Formula Adjustments – An adjustment to the aggregate gradation or asphalt
binder content of the JMF requires approval of the Engineer. Adjustments to the JMF will
only be considered if the change produces material of equal or better quality and may
require the development of a new mix design if the adjustment exceeds the amounts listed
below.
a. Aggregates – 2 percent for the aggregate passing the 1½″, 1″, ¾″, ½″, ⅜″, and the
No. 4 sieves, 1 percent for aggregate passing the No. 8 sieve, and 0.5 percent for the
aggregate passing the No. 200 sieve. The adjusted JMF shall be within the range of
the control points in Section 9-03.8(6).
b. Asphalt Binder Content – The Engineer may order or approve changes to asphalt
binder content. The maximum adjustment from the approved mix design for the asphalt
binder content shall be 0.3 percent.
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5-04.3(9)B Vacant
5-04.3(9)C Mixture Acceptance – Nonstatistical Evaluation
HMA mixture which is accepted by Nonstatistical Evaluation will be evaluated by the
Contracting Agency by dividing the HMA tonnage into lots.
5-04.3(9)C1 Mixture Nonstatistical Evaluation – Lots and Sublots
A lot is represented by randomly selected samples of the same mix design that will be tested
for acceptance. A lot is defined as the total quantity of material or work produced for each Job
Mix Formula placed. Only one lot per JMF is expected. A sublot shall be equal to one day’s
production or 800 tons, whichever is less except that the final sublot will be a minimum of 400
tons and may be increased to 1200 tons.
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All of the test results obtained from the acceptance samples from a given lot shall be evaluated
collectively. If the Contractor requests a change to the JMF that is approved, the material
produced after the change will be evaluated on the basis of the new JMF for the remaining
sublots in the current lot and for acceptance of subsequent lots. For a lot in progress with a
CPF less than 0.75, a new lot will begin at the Contractor’s request after the Engineer is
satisfied that material conforming to the Specifications can be produced.
Sampling and testing for evaluation shall be performed on the frequency of one sample per
sublot.
5-04.3(9)C2 Mixture Nonstatistical Evaluation Sampling
Samples for acceptance testing shall be obtained by the Contractor when ordered by the
Engineer. The Contractor shall sample the HMA mixture in the presence of the Engineer and
in accordance with AASH-TO T 168. A minimum of three samples should be taken for each
class of HMA placed on a project. If used in a structural application, at least one of the three
samples shall to be tested.
Sampling and testing HMA in a Structural application where quantities are less than 400 tons
is at the discretion of the Engineer.
For HMA used in a structural application and with a total project quantity less than 800 tons
but more than 400 tons, a minimum of one acceptance test shall be performed. In all cases,
a minimum of 3 samples will be obtained at the point of acceptance, a minimum of one of the
three samples will be tested for conformance to the JMF:
• If the test results are found to be within specification requirements, additional testing will
be at the Engineer’s discretion.
• If test results are found not to be within specification requirements, additional testing of
the remaining samples to determine a Composite Pay Factor (CPF) shall be performed.
5-04.3(9)C3 Mixture Nonstatistical Evaluation – Acceptance Testing
Testing of HMA for compliance of Va will at the option of the Contracting Agency. If tested,
compliance of Va will use WSDOT SOP 731. Testing of HMA for compliance of Va will not be
performed by the Contracting Agency for this contract.
Testing for compliance of asphalt binder content will be by WSDOT FOP for AASHTO T 308.
Testing for compliance of gradation will be by FOP for WAQTC T 27/T 11.
5-04.3(9)C4 Mixture Nonstatistical Evaluation – Pay Factors
For each lot of material falling outside the tolerance limits in 5-04.3(9), the Contracting Agency
will determine a Composite Pay Factor (CPF) using the following price adjustment factors:
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Table of Price Adjustment Factors
Constituent Factor “f”
All aggregate passing: 1½”, 1”, ¾”, ½”, ⅜” and No. 4
sieves
2
All aggregate passing No. 8 sieve 15
All aggregate passing No. 200 sieve 20
Asphalt binder 40
Air Voids (Va) (where applicable) 20
Each lot of HMA produced under Nonstatistical Evaluation and having all constituents falling
within the tolerance limits of the job mix formula shall be accepted at the unit Contract price
with no further evaluation. When one or more constituents fall outside the nonstatistical
tolerance limits in the Job Mix Formula shown in Table of Price Adjustment Factors, the lot
shall be evaluated in accordance with Section 1-06.2 to determine the appropriate CPF. The
nonstatistical tolerance limits will be used in the calculation of the CPF and the maximum CPF
shall be 1.00. When less than three sublots exist, backup samples of the existing sublots or
samples from the Roadway shall be tested to provide a minimum of three sets of results for
evaluation.
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5-04.3(9)C6 Mixture Nonstatistical Evaluation – Price Adjustments
For each lot of HMA mix produced under Nonstatistical Evaluation when the calculated CPF
is less than 1.00, a Nonconforming Mix Factor (NCMF) will be determined. The NCMF equals
the algebraic difference of CPF minus 1.00 multiplied by 60 percent. The total job mix
compliance price adjustment will be calculated as the product of the NCMF, the quantity of
HMA in the lot in tons, and the unit Contract price per ton of mix.
If a constituent is not measured in accordance with these Specifications, its individual pay
factor will be considered 1.00 in calculating the Composite Pay Factor (CPF).
5-04.3(9)C7 Mixture Nonstatistical Evaluation – Retests
The Contractor may request a sublot be retested. To request a retest, the Contractor shall
submit a written request within 7 calendar days after the specific test results have been
received. A split of the original acceptance sample will be retested. The split of the sample will
not be tested with the same tester that ran the original acceptance test. The sample will be
tested for a complete gradation analysis, asphalt binder content, and, at the option of the
agency, Va. The results of the retest will be used for the acceptance of the HMA in place of
the original sublot sample test results. The cost of testing will be deducted from any monies
due or that may come due the Contractor under the Contract at the rate of $500 per sample.
5-04.3 (9)D Mixture Acceptance – Commercial Evaluation
If sampled and tested, HMA produced under Commercial Evaluation and having all
constituents falling within the tolerance limits of the job mix formula shall be accepted at the
unit Contract price with no further evaluation. When one or more constituents fall outside the
commercial tolerance limits in the Job Mix Formula shown in 5-04.3(9), the lot shall be
evaluated in accordance with Section 1-06.2 to determine the appropriate CPF. The
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commercial tolerance limits will be used in the calculation of the CPF and the maximum CPF
shall be 1.00. When less than three sublots exist, backup samples of the existing sublots or
samples from the street shall be tested to provide a minimum of three sets of results for
evaluation.
For each lot of HMA mix produced and tested under Commercial Evaluation when the
calculated CPF is less than 1.00, a Nonconforming Mix Factor (NCMF) will be determined.
The NCMF equals the algebraic difference of CPF minus 1.00 multiplied by 60 percent. The
Job Mix Compliance Price Adjustment will be calculated as the product of the NCMF, the
quantity of HMA in the lot in tons, and the unit Contract price per ton of mix.
If a constituent is not measured in accordance with these Specifications, its individual pay
factor will be considered 1.00 in calculating the Composite Pay Factor (CPF).
5-04.3(10) HMA Compaction Acceptance
HMA mixture accepted by nonstatistical evaluation that is used in traffic lanes, including lanes
for intersections, ramps, truck climbing, weaving, and speed change, and having a specified
compacted course thickness greater than 0.10-foot, shall be compacted to a specified level
of relative density. The specified level of relative density shall be a Composite Pay Factor
(CPF) of not less than 0.75 when evaluated in accordance with Section 1-06.2, using a LSL
of 92.0 (minimum of 92 percent of the maximum density). The maximum density shall be
determined by WSDOT FOP for AASHTO T 729. The specified level of density attained will
be determined by the evaluation of the density of the pavement. The density of the pavement
shall be determined in accordance with WSDOT FOP for WAQTC TM 8, except that gauge
correlation will be at the discretion of the Engineer, when using the nuclear density gauge and
WSDOT SOP 736 when using cores to determine density.
Tests for the determination of the pavement density will be taken in accordance with the
required procedures for measurement by a nuclear density gauge or roadway cores after
completion of the finish rolling.
If the Contracting Agency uses a nuclear density gauge to determine density the test
procedures FOP for WAQTC TM 8 and WSDOT SOP T 729 will be used on the day the mix
is placed and prior to opening to traffic.
Roadway cores for density may be obtained by either the Contracting Agency or the
Contractor in accordance with WSDOT SOP 734. The core diameter shall be 4-inches
minimum, unless otherwise approved by the Engineer. Roadway cores will be tested by the
Contracting Agency in accordance with WSDOT FOP for AASHTO T 166.
If the Contract includes the Bid item “Roadway Core” the cores shall be obtained by the
Contractor in the presence of the Engineer on the same day the mix is placed and at locations
designated by the Engineer. If the Contract does not include the Bid item “Roadway Core” the
Contracting Agency will obtain the cores.
For a lot in progress with a CPF less than 0.75, a new lot will begin at the Contractor’s request
after the Engineer is satisfied that material conforming to the Specifications can be produced.
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HMA mixture accepted by commercial evaluation and HMA constructed under conditions
other than those listed above shall be compacted on the basis of a test point evaluation of the
compaction train. The test point evaluation shall be performed in accordance with instructions
from the Engineer. The number of passes with an approved compaction train, required to
attain the maximum test point density, shall be used on all subsequent paving.
HMA for preleveling shall be thoroughly compacted. HMA that is used for preleveling wheel
rutting shall be compacted with a pneumatic tire roller unless otherwise approved by the
Engineer.
Test Results
For a sublot that has been tested with a nuclear density gauge that did not meet the minimum
of 92 percent of the reference maximum density in a compaction lot with a CPF below 1.00
and thus subject to a price reduction or rejection, the Contractor may request that a core be
used for determination of the relative density of the sublot. The relative density of the core will
replace the relative density determined by the nuclear density gauge for the sublot and will be
used for calculation of the CPF and acceptance of HMA compaction lot.
When cores are taken by the Contracting Agency at the request of the Contractor, they shall
be requested by noon of the next workday after the test results for the sublot have been
provided or made available to the Contractor. Core locations shall be outside of wheel paths
and as determined by the Engineer. Traffic control shall be provided by the Contractor as
requested by the Engineer. Failure by the Contractor to provide the requested traffic control
will result in forfeiture of the request for cores. When the CPF for the lot based on the results
of the HMA cores is less than 1.00, the cost for the coring will be deducted from any monies
due or that may become due the Contractor under the Contract at the rate of $200 per core
and the Contractor shall pay for the cost of the traffic control.
5-04.3(10)A HMA Compaction – General Compaction Requirements
Compaction shall take place when the mixture is in the proper condition so that no undue
displacement, cracking, or shoving occurs. Areas inaccessible to large compaction equipment
shall be compacted by other mechanical means. Any HMA that becomes loose, broken,
contaminated, shows an excess or deficiency of asphalt, or is in any way defective, shall be
removed and replaced with new hot mix that shall be immediately compacted to conform to
the surrounding area.
The type of rollers to be used and their relative position in the compaction sequence shall
generally be the Contractor’s option, provided the specified densities are attained. Unless the
Engineer has approved otherwise, rollers shall only be operated in the static mode when the
internal temperature of the mix is less than 175°F. Regardless of mix temperature, a roller
shall not be operated in a mode that results in checking or cracking of the mat. Rollers shall
only be operated in static mode on bridge decks.
On bridge decks and on roadway approaches within five feet of a bridge/back of pavement
seat, rollers shall not be operated in a vibratory mode, defined as a mode in which the drum
vibrates vertically. However, unless otherwise noted on the plans, rollers may be operated in
an oscillartory mode, defined as a mode in which the drum vibrates in the horizontal direction
only. Refer to contract drawings for HMA Paving Train requirements and restrictions (e.g.
equipment spacing, weight limits, etc.).
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5-04.3(10)B HMA Compaction – Cyclic Density
Low cyclic density areas are defined as spots or streaks in the pavement that are less than
90 percent of the theoretical maximum density. At the Engineer’s discretion, the Engineer may
evaluate the HMA pavement for low cyclic density, and when doing so will follow WSDOT
SOP 733. A $500 Cyclic Density Price Adjustment will be assessed for any 500-foot section
with two or more density readings below 90 percent of the theoretical maximum density.
5-04.3(10)C Vacant
5-04.3(10)D HMA Nonstatistical Compaction
5-04.3(10)D1 HMA Nonstatistical Compaction – Lots and Sublots
HMA compaction which is accepted by nonstatistical evaluation will be based on acceptance
testing performed by the Contracting Agency dividing the project into compaction lots.
A lot is represented by randomly selected samples of the same mix design that will be tested
for acceptance. A lot is defined as the total quantity of material or work produced for each Job
Mix Formula placed. Only one lot per JMF is expected. A sublot shall be equal to one day’s
production or 400 tons, whichever is less except that the final sublot will be a minimum of 200
tons and may be increased to 800 tons. Testing for compaction will be at the rate of 5 tests
per sublot per WSDOT T 738.
The sublot locations within each density lot will be determined by the Engineer. For a lot in
progress with a CPF less than 0.75, a new lot will begin at the Contractor’s request after the
Engineer is satisfied that material conforming to the Specifications can be produced.
HMA mixture accepted by commercial evaluation and HMA constructed under conditions
other than those listed above shall be compacted on the basis of a test point evaluation of the
compaction train. The test point evaluation shall be performed in accordance with instructions
from the Engineer. The number of passes with an approved compaction train, required to
attain the maximum test point density, shall be used on all subsequent paving.
HMA for preleveling shall be thoroughly compacted. HMA that is used to prelevel wheel ruts
shall be compacted with a pneumatic tire roller unless otherwise approved by the Engineer.
5-04.3(10)D2 HMA Compaction Nonstatistical Evaluation – Acceptance Testing
The location of the HMA compaction acceptance tests will be randomly selected by the
Engineer from within each sublot, with one test per sublot.
5-04.3(10)D3 HMA Nonstatistical Compaction – Price Adjustments
For each compaction lot with one or two sublots, having all sublots attain a relative density
that is 92 percent of the reference maximum density the HMA shall be accepted at the unit
Contract price with no further evaluation. When a sublot does not attain a relative density that
is 92 percent of the reference maximum density, the lot shall be evaluated in accordance with
Section 1-06.2 to determine the appropriate CPF. The maximum CPF shall be 1.00, however,
lots with a calculated CPF in excess of 1.00 will be used to offset lots with CPF values below
1.00 but greater than 0.90. Lots with CPF lower than 0.90 will be evaluated for compliance
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per 5-04.3(11). Additional testing by either a nuclear moisture-density gauge or cores will be
completed as required to provide a minimum of three tests for evaluation.
For compaction below the required 92% a Non-Conforming Compaction Factor (NCCF) will
be determined. The NCCF equals the algebraic difference of CPF minus 1.00 multiplied by
40 percent. The Compaction Price Adjustment will be calculated as the product of CPF, the
quantity of HMA in the compaction control lot in tons, and the unit Contract price per ton of
mix.
5-04.3(11) Reject Work
5-04.3(11)A Reject Work General
Work that is defective or does not conform to Contract requirements shall be rejected. The
Contractor may propose, in writing, alternatives to removal and replacement of rejected
material. Acceptability of such alternative proposals will be determined at the sole discretion
of the Engineer. HMA that has been rejected is subject to the requirements in Section 1-
06.2(2) and this specification, and the Contractor shall submit a corrective action proposal to
the Engineer for approval.
5-04.3(11)B Rejection by Contractor
The Contractor may, prior to sampling, elect to remove any defective material and replace it
with new material. Any such new material will be sampled, tested, and evaluated for
acceptance.
5-04.3(11)C Rejection Without Testing (Mixture or Compaction)
The Engineer may, without sampling, reject any batch, load, or section of Roadway that
appears defective. Material rejected before placement shall not be incorporated into the
pavement. Any rejected section of Roadway shall be removed.
No payment will be made for the rejected materials or the removal of the materials unless the
Contractor requests that the rejected material be tested. If the Contractor elects to have the
rejected material tested, a minimum of three representative samples will be obtained and
tested. Acceptance of rejected material will be based on conformance with the nonstatistical
acceptance Specification. If the CPF for the rejected material is less than 0.75, no payment
will be made for the rejected material; in addition, the cost of sampling and testing shall be
borne by the Contractor. If the CPF is greater than or equal to 0.75, the cost of sampling and
testing will be borne by the Contracting Agency. If the material is rejected before placement
and the CPF is greater than or equal to 0.75, compensation for the rejected material will be at
a CPF of 0.75. If rejection occurs after placement and the CPF is greater than or equal to
0.75, compensation for the rejected material will be at the calculated CPF with an addition of
25 percent of the unit Contract price added for the cost of removal and disposal.
5-04.3(11)D Rejection – A Partial Sublot
In addition to the random acceptance sampling and testing, the Engineer may also isolate
from a normal sublot any material that is suspected of being defective in relative density,
gradation or asphalt binder content. Such isolated material will not include an original sample
location. A minimum of three random samples of the suspect material will be obtained and
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tested. The material will then be statistically evaluated as an independent lot in accordance
with Section 1-06.2(2).
5-04.3(11)E Rejection - An Entire Sublot
An entire sublot that is suspected of being defective may be rejected. When a sublot is
rejected a minimum of two additional random samples from this sublot will be obtained. These
additional samples and the original sublot will be evaluated as an independent lot in
accordance with Section 1-06.2(2).
5-04.3(11)F Rejection - A Lot in Progress
The Contractor shall shut down operations and shall not resume HMA placement until such
time as the Engineer is satisfied that material conforming to the Specifications can be
produced:
1. When the Composite Pay Factor (CPF) of a lot in progress drops below 1.00 and the
Contractor is taking no corrective action, or
2. When the Pay Factor (PF) for any constituent of a lot in progress drops below 0.95 and
the Contractor is taking no corrective action, or
3. When either the PFi for any constituent or the CPF of a lot in progress is less than 0.75.
5-04.3(11)G Rejection - An Entire Lot (Mixture or Compaction)
An entire lot with a CPF of less than 0.75 will be rejected.
5-04.3(12) Joints
5-04.3(12)A HMA Joints
5-04.3(12)A1 Transverse Joints
The Contractor shall conduct operations such that the placing of the top or wearing course is
a continuous operation or as close to continuous as possible. Unscheduled transverse joints
will be allowed and the roller may pass over the unprotected end of the freshly laid mixture
only when the placement of the course must be discontinued for such a length of time that the
mixture will cool below compaction temperature. When the Work is resumed, the previously
compacted mixture shall be cut back to produce a slightly beveled edge for the full thickness
of the course.
A temporary wedge of HMA constructed on a 20H:1V shall be constructed where a transverse
joint as a result of paving or planing is open to traffic. The HMA in the temporary wedge shall
be separated from the permanent HMA by strips of heavy wrapping paper or other methods
approved by the Engineer. The wrapping paper shall be removed and the joint trimmed to a
slightly beveled edge for the full thickness of the course prior to resumption of paving.
The material that is cut away shall be wasted and new mix shall be laid against the cut. Rollers
or tamping irons shall be used to seal the joint.
All transverse (butt) joints between new and existing asphalt shall be milled to the full overlay
depth.
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All transverse (butt) joints shall be sealed after paving. See Section 5-04.3(17) for
requirements.
5-04.3(12)A2 Longitudinal Joints
The longitudinal joint in any one course shall be offset from the course immediately below by
not more than 6 inches nor less than 2 inches. All longitudinal joints constructed in the wearing
course shall be located at a lane line or an edge line of the Traveled Way. A notched wedge
joint shall be constructed along all longitudinal joints in the wearing surface of new HMA unless
otherwise approved by the Engineer. The notched wedge joint shall have a vertical edge of
not less than the maximum aggregate size or more than ½ of the compacted lift thickness and
then taper down on a slope not steeper than 4H:1V. The sloped portion of the HMA notched
wedge joint shall be uniformly compacted.
5-04.3(12)B Bridge Paving Joint Seals
5-04.3(12)B1 HMA Sawcut and Seal
Prior to placing HMA on the bridge deck, establish sawcut alignment points at both ends of
the bridge paving joint seals to be placed at the bridge ends, and at interior joints within the
bridge deck when and where shown in the Plans. Establish the sawcut alignment points in a
manner that they remain functional for use in aligning the sawcut after placing the overlay.
Submit a Type 1 Working Drawing consisting of the sealant manufacturer’s application
procedure.
Construct the bridge paving joint seal as specified ion the Plans and in accordance with the
detail shown in the Standard Plans. Construct the sawcut in accordance with the detail shown
in the Standard Plan. Construct the sawcut in accordance with Section 5-05.3(8)B and the
manufacturer’s application procedure.
5-04.3(12)B2 Paved Panel Joint Seal
Construct the paved panel joint seal in accordance with the requirements specified in section
5-04.3(12)B1 and the following requirement:
1. Clean and seal the existing joint between concrete panels in accordance with Section 5-
01.3(8) and the details shown in the Standard Plans.
5-04.3(13) Surface Smoothness
The completed surface of all courses shall be of uniform texture, smooth, uniform as to crown
and grade, and free from defects of all kinds. The completed surface of the wearing course
shall not vary more than ⅛ inch ¼ inch from the lower edge of a 10-foot straightedge placed
on the surface parallel to the centerline. The transverse slope of the completed surface of the
wearing course shall vary not more than ¼ inch in 10 feet from the rate of transverse slope
shown in the Plans.
When deviations in excess of the above tolerances are found that result from a high place in
the HMA, the pavement surface shall be corrected by one of the following methods:
1. Removal of material from high places by grinding with an approved grinding machine, or
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2. Removal and replacement of the wearing course of HMA, or
3. By other method approved by the Engineer.
Correction of defects shall be carried out until there are no deviations anywhere greater than
the allowable tolerances.
Deviations in excess of the above tolerances that result from a low place in the HMA and
deviations resulting from a high place where corrective action, in the opinion of the Engineer,
will not produce satisfactory results will be accepted with a price adjustment. The Engineer
shall deduct from monies due or that may become due to the Contractor the sum of $500.00
for each and every section of single traffic lane 100 feet in length in which any excessive
deviations described above are found.
When utility appurtenances such as manhole covers and valve boxes are located in the
traveled way, the utility appurtenances shall be adjusted to the finished grade prior to paving.
This requirement may be waived when requested by the Contractor, at the discretion of the
Engineer or when the adjustment details provided in the project plan or specifications call for
utility appurtenance adjustments after the completion of paving.
Utility appurtenance adjustment discussions will be included in the Pre-Paving planning
planing (5-04.3(14)B3). Submit a written request to waive this requirement to the Engineer
prior to the start of paving.
5-04.3(14) Planing (Milling) Bituminous Pavement
The planning planing plan must be approved by the Engineer and a pre planning planing
meeting must be held prior to the start of any planing. See Section 5-04.3(14)B2 for
information on planning planing submittals.
Locations of existing surfacing to be planed are as shown in the Drawings.
Where planing an existing pavement is specified in the Contract, the Contractor must remove
existing surfacing material and to reshape the surface to remove irregularities. The finished
product must be a prepared surface acceptable for receiving an HMA overlay.
Use the cold milling method for planing unless otherwise specified in the Contract. Do not use
the planer on the final wearing course of new HMA.
Conduct planing operations in a manner that does not tear, break, burn, or otherwise damage
the surface which is to remain. The finished planed surface must be slightly grooved or
roughened and must be free from gouges, deep grooves, ridges, or other imperfections. The
Contractor must repair any damage to the surface by the Contractor’s planing equipment,
using an Engineer approved method.
Repair or replace any metal castings and other surface improvements damaged by planing,
as determined by the Engineer.
A tapered wedge cut must be planed longitudinally along curb lines sufficient to provide a
minimum of 4 inches of curb reveal after placement and compaction of the final wearing
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course. The dimensions of the wedge must be as shown on the Drawings or as specified by
the Engineer.
A tapered wedge cut must also be made at transitions to adjoining pavement surfaces (meet
lines) where butt joints are shown on the Drawings. Cut butt joints in a straight line with vertical
faces 2 inches or more in height, producing a smooth transition to the existing adjoining
pavement.
After planing is complete, planed surfaces must be swept, cleaned, and if required by the
Contract or directed by the Engineer, patched and preleveled.
The Engineer may direct additional depth planing. Before performing this additional depth
planing, the Contractor must conduct a hidden metal in pavement detection survey as
specified in Section 5-04.3(14)A.
5-04.3(14)A Pre-Planing Metal Detection Check
Before starting planning planing of pavements, and before any additional depth planning
planing required by the Engineer, the Contractor must conduct a physical survey of existing
pavement to be planed with equipment that can identify hidden metal objects.
Should such metal be identified, promptly notify the Engineer.
See Section 1-07.16(1) regarding the protection of survey monumentation that may be hidden
in pavement.
The Contractor is solely responsible for any damage to equipment resulting from the
Contractor’s failure to conduct a pre-planing metal detection survey, or from the Contractor’s
failure to notify the Engineer of any hidden metal that is detected.
5-04.3(14)B Paving and Planing Under Traffic
5-04.3(14)B1 General
In addition the requirements of Section 1-07.23 and the traffic controls required in Section 1-
10, and unless the Contract specifies otherwise or the Engineer approves, the Contractor
must comply with the following:
1. Intersections:
a. Keep intersections open to traffic at all times, except when paving or planing
operations through an intersection requires closure. Such closure must be kept to the
minimum time required to place and compact the HMA mixture, or plane as
appropriate. For paving, schedule such closure to individual lanes or portions thereof
that allows the traffic volumes and schedule of traffic volumes required in the approved
traffic control plan. Schedule work so that adjacent intersections are not impacted at
the same time and comply with the traffic control restrictions required by the Traffic
Engineer. Each individual intersection closure or partial closure, must be addressed in
the traffic control plan, which must be submitted to and accepted by the Engineer, see
Section 1-10.2(2).
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b. When planing or paving and related construction must occur in an intersection,
consider scheduling and sequencing such work into quarters of the intersection, or half
or more of an intersection with side street detours. Be prepared to sequence the work
to individual lanes or portions thereof.
c. Should closure of the intersection in its entirety be necessary, and no trolley service is
impacted, keep such closure to the minimum time required to place and compact the
HMA mixture, plane, remove asphalt, tack coat, and as needed.
d. Any work in an intersection requires advance warning in both signage and a number
of Working Days advance notice as determined by the Engineer, to alert traffic and
emergency services of the intersection closure or partial closure.
e. Allow new compacted HMA asphalt to cool to ambient temperature before any traffic
is allowed on it. Traffic is not allowed on newly placed asphalt until approval has been
obtained from the Engineer.
2. Temporary centerline marking, post-paving temporary marking, temporary stop bars, and
maintaining temporary pavement marking must comply with Section 8-23.
3. Permanent pavement marking must comply with Section 8-22.
5-04.3(14)B2 Submittals – Planing Plan and HMA Paving Plan
The Contractor must submit a separate planning planing plan and a separate paving plan to
the Engineer at least 5 Working Days in advance of each operation’s activity start date. These
plans must show how the moving operation and traffic control are coordinated, as they will be
discussed at the pre-planing briefing and pre-paving briefing. When requested by the
Engineer, the Contractor must provide each operation’s traffic control plan on 24 x 36 inch or
larger size Shop Drawings with a scale showing both the area of operation and sufficient detail
of traffic beyond the area of operation where detour traffic may be required. The scale on the
Shop Drawings is 1 inch = 20 feet, which may be changed if the Engineer agrees sufficient
detail is shown.
The planning planing operation and the paving operation include, but are not limited to, metal
detection, removal of asphalt and temporary asphalt of any kind, tack coat and drying, staging
of supply trucks, paving trains, rolling, scheduling, and as may be discussed at the briefing.
When intersections will be partially or totally blocked, provide adequately sized and noticeable
signage alerting traffic of closures to come, a minimum 2 Working Days in advance. The traffic
control plan must show where police officers will be stationed when signalization is or may be,
countermanded, and show areas where flaggers are proposed.
At a minimum, the planning planing and the paving plan must include:
1. A copy of the accepted traffic control plan, see Section 1-10.2(2), detailing each day’s
traffic control as it relates to the specific requirements of that day’s planning planing and
paving. Briefly describe the sequencing of traffic control consistent with the proposed
planning planing and paving sequence, and scheduling of placement of temporary
pavement markings and channelizing devices after each day’s planning planing, and
paving.
2. A copy of each intersection’s traffic control plan.
3. Haul routes from Supplier facilities, and locations of temporary parking and staging areas,
including return routes. Describe the complete round trip as it relates to the sequencing of
paving operations.
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4. Names and locations of HMA Supplier facilities to be used.
5. List of all equipment to be used for paving.
6. List of personnel and associated job classification assigned to each piece of paving
equipment.
7. Description (geometric or narrative) of the scheduled sequence of planning planing and of
paving, and intended area of planning planing and of paving for each day’s work, must
include the directions of proposed planning planing and of proposed paving, sequence of
adjacent lane paving, sequence of skipped lane paving, intersection planning planing and
paving scheduling and sequencing, and proposed notifications and coordinations to be
timely made. The plan must show HMA joints relative to the final pavement marking lane
lines.
8. Names, job titles, and contact information for field, office, and plant supervisory personnel.
9. A copy of the approved Mix Designs.
10. Tonnage of HMA to be placed each day.
11. Approximate times and days for starting and ending daily operations.
5-04.3(14)B3 Pre-Paving and Pre-Planing Briefing
At least 2 Working Days before the first paving operation and the first planing operation, or as
scheduled by the Engineer for future paving and planing operations to ensure the Contractor
has adequately prepared for notifying and coordinating as required in the Contract, the
Contractor must be prepared to discuss that day’s operations as they relate to other entities
and to public safety and convenience, including driveway and business access, garbage truck
operations, Metro transit operations and working around energized overhead wires, school
and nursing home and hospital and other accesses, other contractors who may be operating
in the area, pedestrian and bicycle traffic, and emergency services. The Contractor, and
Subcontractors that may be part of that day’s operations, must meet with the Engineer and
discuss the proposed operation as it relates to the submitted planing plan and paving plan,
approved traffic control plan, and public convenience and safety. Such discussion includes,
but is not limited to:
1. General for both Paving Plan and for Planing Plan:
a. The actual times of starting and ending daily operations.
b. In intersections, how to break up the intersection, and address traffic control and
signalization for that operation, including use of peace officers.
c. The sequencing and scheduling of paving operations and of planing operations, as
applicable, as it relates to traffic control, to public convenience and safety, and to other
contractors who may operate in the Project Site.
d. Notifications required of Contractor activities, and coordinating with other entities and
the public as necessary.
e. Description of the sequencing of installation and types of temporary pavement
markings as it relates to planning and to paving.
f. Description of the sequencing of installation of, and the removal of, temporary
pavement patch material around exposed castings and as may be needed
g. Description of procedures and equipment to identify hidden metal in the pavement,
such as survey monumentation, monitoring wells, street car rail, and castings, before
planning, see Section 5-04.3(14)B2.
h. Description of how flaggers will be coordinated with the planing, paving, and related
operations.
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i. Description of sequencing of traffic controls for the process of rigid pavement base
repairs.
j. Other items the Engineer deems necessary to address.
2. Paving – additional topics:
a. When to start applying tack and coordinating with paving.
b. Types of equipment and numbers of each type equipment to be used. If more pieces
of equipment than personnel are proposed, describe the sequencing of the personnel
operating the types of equipment. Discuss the continuance of operator personnel for
each type equipment as it relates to meeting Specification requirements.
c. Number of JMFs to be placed, and if more than one JMF how the Contractor will
ensure different JMFs are distinguished, how pavers and MTVs are distinguished if
more than one JMF is being placed at the time, and how pavers and MTVs are cleaned
so that one JMF does not adversely influence the other JMF.
d. Description of contingency plans for that day’s operations such as equipment
breakdown, rain out, and Supplier shutdown of operations.
e. Number of sublots to be placed, sequencing of density testing, and other sampling and
testing.
5-04.3(15) Sealing Pavement Surfaces
Apply a fog seal where shown in the plans. Construct the fog seal in accordance with Section
5-02.3. Unless otherwise approved by the Engineer, apply the fog seal prior to opening to
traffic.
5-04.3(16) HMA Road Approaches
HMA approaches shall be constructed at the locations shown in the Plans or where staked by
the Engineer. The Work shall be performed in accordance with Section 5-04.
5-04.3(17) Construction Joint Sealing
Transverse Joints - Joints between new and existing asphalt shall be sealed within five (5)
calendar days after final rolling of the final lift of HMA. The seal shall be CSS-1 emulsified
asphalt. The emulsified asphalt shall be placed in a way to be smooth and flush with roadway
surface with minimal overbanding. This work is considered incidental to the bid item “HMA
CL. ½” PG 58H-22”.
5-04.3(18) Incidental Uses for HMA
Incidental uses for HMA shall consist of restoration and adjustment to paved areas and other
such uses as directed by the Engineer. Incidental uses for HMA shall be measured and paid
under the “HMA CL. ½” PG 58H-22” bid item for the overlay related HMA.
5-04.3(19) Vacant
5-04.3(20) Vacant
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5-04.3(21) Temporary Pavement Marking
The furnishing and installing of temporary pavement marking shall be as described in Section
8-23. Should the Engineer direct the Contractor to provide temporary pavement marking, it
shall be short duration. This work is considered incidental to the bid item “Project Temporary
Traffic Control”.
5-04.4 Measurement
HMA Cl. ___ PG ___, HMA for ___ Cl. ___ PG ___, and Commercial HMA will be measured
by the ton in accordance with Section 1-09.2, with no deduction being made for the weight of
asphalt binder, mineral filler, or any other component of the mixture. If the Contractor elects
to remove and replace mix as allowed by Section 5-04.3(11), the material removed will not be
measured.
Roadway cores will be measured per each for the number of cores taken.
Preparation of untreated roadway will be measured by the mile once along the centerline of
the main line Roadway. No additional measurement will be made for ramps, Auxiliary Lanes,
service roads, Frontage Roads, or Shoulders. Measurement will be to the nearest 0.01 mile.
Soil residual herbicide will be measured by the mile for the stated width to the nearest 0.01
mile or by the square yard, whichever is designated in the Proposal.
Pavement repair excavation will be measured by the square yard of surface marked prior to
excavation.
Asphalt for prime coat will be measured by the ton in accordance with Section 1-09.2.
Prime coat aggregate will be measured by the cubic yard, truck measure, or by the ton,
whichever is designated in the Proposal.
Asphalt for fog seal will be measured by the ton, as provided in Section 5-02.4.
Longitudinal joint seals between the HMA and cement concrete pavement will be measured
by the linear foot along the line and slope of the completed joint seal.
Planing bituminous pavement will be measured by the square yard.
Temporary pavement marking will be measured by the linear foot as provided in Section 8-
23.4.
Water will be measured by the M gallon as provided in Section 2-07.4.
5-04.5 Payment
Payment will be made for each of the following Bid items that are included in the Proposal:
“HMA Cl. ___ PG ___”, per ton.
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“HMA for Approach Cl. ___ PG ___”, per ton.
“HMA for Preleveling Cl. ___ PG ___”, per ton.
“HMA for Pavement Repair Cl. ___ PG ___”, per ton.
“Commercial HMA”, per ton.
The unit Contract price per ton for “HMA Cl. ___ PG ___”, “HMA for Approach Cl. ___ PG
___”, “HMA for Preleveling Cl. ___ PG ___”, “HMA for Pavement Repair Cl. ___ PG ___”,
and “Commercial HMA” shall be full compensation for all costs, including anti-stripping
additive, incurred to carry out the requirements of Section 5-04 except for those costs
included in other items which are included in this Subsection and which are included in
the Proposal.
“Preparation of Untreated Roadway”, per mile.
The unit Contract price per mile for “Preparation of Untreated Roadway” shall be full pay
for all Work described under 5-04.3(4) , with the exception, however, that all costs
involved in patching the Roadway prior to placement of HMA shall be included in the unit
Contract price per ton for “HMA Cl. ___ PG ___” which was used for patching. If the
Proposal does not include a Bid item for “Preparation of Untreated Roadway”, the
Roadway shall be prepared as specified, but the Work shall be included in the Contract
prices of the other items of Work.
“Preparation of Existing Paved Surfaces”, per mile.
The unit Contract Price for “Preparation of Existing Paved Surfaces” shall be full pay for
all Work described under Section 5-04.3(4) with the exception, however, that all costs
involved in patching the Roadway prior to placement of HMA shall be included in the unit
Contract price per ton for “HMA Cl. ___ PG ___” which was used for patching. If the
Proposal does not include a Bid item for “Preparation of Untreated Roadway”, the
Roadway shall be prepared as specified, but the Work shall be included in the Contract
prices of the other items of Work.
“Crack Sealing”, by force account.
“Crack Sealing” will be paid for by force account as specified in Section 1-09.6. For the
purpose of providing a common Proposal for all Bidders, the Contracting Agency has
entered an amount in the Proposal to become a part of the total Bid by the Contractor.
“Pavement Repair Excavation Incl. Haul”, per square yard.
The unit Contract price per square yard for “Pavement Repair Excavation Incl. Haul” shall
be full payment for all costs incurred to perform the Work described in Section 5-04.3(4)
with the exception, however, that all costs involved in the placement of HMA shall be
included in the unit Contract price per ton for “HMA for Pavement Repair Cl. ___ PG ___”,
per ton.
“Asphalt for Prime Coat”, per ton.
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The unit Contract price per ton for “Asphalt for Prime Coat” shall be full payment for all
costs incurred to obtain, provide and install the material in accordance with Section 5-
04.3(4).
“Prime Coat Agg.”, per cubic yard, or per ton.
The unit Contract price per cubic yard or per ton for “Prime Coat Agg.” shall be full pay for
furnishing, loading, and hauling aggregate to the place of deposit and spreading the
aggregate in the quantities required by the Engineer.
“Asphalt for Fog Seal”, per ton.
Payment for “Asphalt for Fog Seal” is described in Section 5-02.5.
“Longitudinal Joint Seal”, per linear foot.
The unit Contract price per linear foot for “Longitudinal Joint Seal” shall be full payment
for all costs incurred to perform the Work described in Section 5-04.3(12).
“Planing Bituminous Pavement”, per square yard.
The unit Contract price per square yard for “Planing Bituminous Pavement” shall be full
payment for all costs incurred to perform the Work described in Section 5-04.3(14).
“Temporary Pavement Marking”, per linear foot.
Payment for “Temporary Pavement Marking” is described in Section 8-23.5.
“Water”, per M gallon.
Payment for “Water” is described in Section 2-07.5.
“Job Mix Compliance Price Adjustment”, by calculation.
“Job Mix Compliance Price Adjustment” will be calculated and paid for as described in
Section 5-04.3(9)C6.
“Compaction Price Adjustment”, by calculation.
“Compaction Price Adjustment” will be calculated and paid for as described in Section 5-
04..3(10)D3.
“Roadway Core”, per each.
The Contractor’s costs for all other Work associated with the coring (e.g., traffic control)
shall be incidental and included within the unit Bid price per each and no additional
payments will be made.
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“Cyclic Density Price Adjustment”, by calculation.
“Cyclic Density Price Adjustment” will be calculated and paid for as described in Section
5-04.3(10)B.
Asphalt Cost Price Adjustment
The Contracting Agency will make an Asphalt Cost Price Adjustment, either a credit or a
payment, for qualifying changes in the reference cost of asphalt binder. The adjustment will
be applied to partial payments made according to Section 1-09.9 for the following bid items
when they are included in the proposal:
“HMA Cl. ___ PG ___”
“HMA for Approach Cl. ___ PG ___”
“HMA for Preleveling Cl. ___ PG ___”
“HMA for Pavement Repair Cl. ___ PG ___”
“Commercial HMA”
The adjustment is not a guarantee of full compensation for changes in the cost of asphalt
binder. The Contracting Agency does not guarantee that asphalt binder will be available at
the reference cost.
The Contracting Agency will establish asphalt binder reference costs twice each month and
post the information on the Agency website at: https://wsdot.wa.gov/business-wsdot/how-do-
business-us/public-works-contracts/payments-reporting/asphalt-binder-reference-cost. The
reference cost will be determined using posted prices furnished by Poten & Partners, Inc. If
the selected price source ceases to be available for any reason, then the Contracting Agency
will select a substitute price source to establish the reference cost.
Price adjustments will be calculated one time per month. No price adjustment will be made if
the Current Reference Cost is within +/-5% of the Base Cost. Reference costs for projects
located in Eastern versus Western Washington shall be selected from the column in the
WSDOT website table labeled “Eastern”, or “Western”, accordingly. The adjustment will be
calculated as follows:
If the reference cost is greater than or equal to 105% of the base cost, then
Asphalt Cost Price Adjustment = (Current Reference Cost – (1.05 x Base Cost)) x
(Q x 0.056).
If the reference cost is less than or equal to 95% of the base cost, then
Asphalt Cost Price Adjustment = (Current Reference Cost – (0.95 x Base Cost)) x
(Q x 0.056).
Where:
Current Reference Cost is selected from the website table based on the “Date
Effective” that immediately precedes the current month’s progress estimate end
date. For work completed after all authorized working days are used, the
adjustment will be based on the posted reference cost during which contract time
was exhausted.
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Base Cost is selected from the website table based on the “Date Effective” that
immediately precedes the contract bid opening date, and shall be a constant for
all monthly adjustments.
Q = total tons of all classes of HMA paid in the current month’s progress payment.
“Asphalt Cost Price Adjustment”, by calculation.
“Asphalt Cost Price Adjustment” will be calculated and paid for as described in this section.
For the purpose of providing a common proposal for all bidders, the Contracting Agency
has entered an amount in the proposal to become a part of the total bid by the Contractor.
END OF DIVISION 5
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DIVISION 6 – STRUCTURES
6-07 PAINTING
6-07.1 Description
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The first sentence is revised to read: Section 6-07.1 is supplemented with the following:
This work shall consist of painting systems and colors for metal elements as shown on the
Plans.
6-07.2 Materials
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Section 6-07.2 is supplemented with the following:
Paint materials shall comply with the requirements in Section 9-08 unless described in this
section.
The Contractor shall submit (3) samples of each custom color, textures, and gloss for
approval. Metal coupon samples shall be three (3) inches by five (5) inches. Paint colors
and
paint systems shall be as shown in the following table for the following items:
Paint Color/Paint System Table
Specification
Section
Item Paint Color Paint System
9-29.6 Decorative Signal Poles Type II and
III and associated sub-assemblies
and terminal cabinets
RAL 9005TX
“Jet Black”
Refer to specification
below
9-29.6 Decorative Luminaire Poles and
Bases
RAL 9005TX
“Jet Black”
Refer to specification
below
9-29.6 Decorative Signal Poles Type PPB
and associated sub-assemblies
RAL 9005TX
“Jet Black”
Refer to specification
below
9-29.10 Decorative Luminaires RAL 9005TX
“Jet Black”
Refer to specification
below
9-29.18(3) Video Detection System RAL 9005TX
“Jet Black”
Refer to specification
below
All signal equipment to be installed on signal poles and mast arms shall be painted RAL
9005TX “Jet Black,” unless not available. All banding shall be in black color. The back of
street signs shall be in black color.
Decorative Signal and Luminaire Poles and Sub-Assemblies Paint Specifications
Steel poles and sub-assemblies shall be factory galvanized, primed and painted with polyester
Powder coating per Section 6-07 and Section 9-08 of the Standard Specifications. The
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Contractor is to purchase a one gallon sample from the pole manufacturer for use as a color
match for the Engineer’s approval prior to factory finish coating.
Decorative Luminaires, Terminal Cabinets, and Video Detection Systems Paint
Specifications
All decorative luminaire housings, signal pole terminal cabinets shall be factory primed and
painted with polyester powder coating to meet ASTM-B-117/D-2247 requirements to salt spray
and humidity resistance. The video detection system mounting hardware shall be painted by
manufacturer’s recommendations. The Contractor shall provide a sample to the Engineer for
approval prior to factory finish coating. Contractor shall provide one gallon of touch-up paint
to the City.
Galvanizing
All fabricated steel components and materials to be galvanized per ASTM 123.
All steel hardware components and materials to be galvanized per ASTM 153.
Aluminum materials surface shall be prepared per ASTM D1730 – 09 and factory powder
coated per Section 9-08.2 of the Standard Specifications.
Powder Coating Paint System
The powder coating paint system shall be composed of exterior grade pure polyester TGIC,
dry powder including resins and pigments in accordance with requirements of AAMA 605.2,
and shall have the following characteristics:
Glossy Surface Semi-Gloss
Surface
Mat Surface
Thickness 2.5–3.5
mils/60–90
2.5–3.5 mils/60–90 2.5–3.5 mils/60–
90
Gloss (1) 80–90 55–70 15–25
Cross Hatch Adhesion
(2)
Pass 100% Pass 100% Pass 100%
Mandrel Bending (3) 1/8/3 mm 5/32/4 mm 3/16/5 mm
Erichsen Cupping
ISO 1520
5/16/8 mm 1/4/7 mm 3/16/5 mm
Impression Hardness
(4)
95 95 95
Impact Test (5) Up to 160/lb. Up to 160/lb. Up to 160/lb.
Pencil Hardness (6) 2H (min.) 2H (min.) 2H (min.)
Dry Mill Test OK OK OK
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Glossy Surface Semi-Gloss
Surface
Mat Surface
Salt Spray Test (7) 1500 h test,
max. undercut
1/16/1 mm
1500 h test, max.
undercut
1/16/1 mm
1500 h test, max.
undercut
1/16/1 mm
Humidity Resistance
(8)
1500 h test,
min. blisters
1/16/1 mm
1500 h test, min.
blisters
1/16/1 mm
1500 h test, min.
blisters
1/16/1 mm
Key:
(1) Gloss According to Gardner 60 degrees, ASTM D523.
(2) Cross Hatch Adhesion, ASTM D3359, Method B.
(3) Mandrel Bending Test, ASTM D522.
(4) Impression hardness, ASTM B3363.
(5) Impact Test, ASTM D2794; (0.1) inch distortion.
(6) Pencil Hardness, ASTM B3363.
(7) Salt spray Resistance Test, ASTM B117.
(8) Humidity Resistance Test, ASTM D2247.
6-07.3 Construction Requirements
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Section 6-07.3 is supplemented with the following:
Apply entire finish system in the shop. Hold back finish system at all welded areas. Bolted
connections should be primed with a zinc-based primer compatible with the approved paint
system.
Field touch-up painting shall consist of matching specified priming and painting for all
damaged and field repaired areas. Field welds and abrasions should be touched up after
installation. Touch up surface preparation with a zinc-based primer compatible with the
approved paint system, 2.5 to 3.5 mils DFT.
Preparation, cleaning, priming, shop painting, and field touch-up for all fabricated decorative
exterior metal work will be incidental to the associated bid items.
Immediately remove coatings that fall on surrounding areas and surfaces not scheduled to be
coated.
The Contractor shall submit three (3) samples of each custom color, textures, and gloss for
Engineer’s approval. Metal coupon samples shall be three (3) inches by five (5) inches.
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6-07.3(11) Painting or Powder Coating of Galvanized Surfaces
6-07.3(11)A Painting Of Galvanized Surfaces
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Section 6-07.3(11)A is supplemented with the following:
Clean surfaces to be powder coated in accordance with manufacturer’s written instructions
for surface preparation.
Install powder coatings in accordance with applicable codes and regulations and
manufacturer’s written instructions.
Applications of powder coating materials shall be performed in shop conditions, except for
touch-ups approved in advance by the Engineer.
Finished surfaces shall be fully and uniformly coated without pinholes, bubbles, sag, runs,
lumps, marks, or discoloration.
Surface finish shall be of consistent and uniform color, texture, and gloss to match the
approved sample.
After powder coating has been in place for at least 15 days, and within 30 days of Substantial
Completion, check all powder-coated surfaces for damage, missed areas, and discoloration.
Prepare surfaces, and touch up damaged, missed, and discolored areas to bring coating
system to full dry film thickness in color and gloss matching that of adjacent coated areas.
END OF DIVISION 6
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DIVISION 8 – MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION
8-04 CURBS, GUTTERS AND SPILLWAYS
8-04.3(1)A Extruded Cement Concrete Curb
Section 8-04.3(1)A is modified as follows:
The pavement shall be dry and cleaned of loose and deleterious material prior to curb
placement. Cement concrete curbs shall be anchored to the existing pavement by placing
steel reinforcing bars as shown on the Plans and at 1 foot on each side of every joint.
8-04.5 Payment
Section 8-04.5 is supplemented with the following:
“Extruded Curb (Doweled)”, per linear foot.
The unit Contract price per linear foot for “Extruded Curb (Doweled)” shall be full payment for
all costs for the specified Work, including reinforcing steel and anchoring to existing pavement
as shown on the Plans.
8-10 GUIDE POSTS
8-10.1 Description
Section 8-10.1 is supplemented with the following:
This Work shall consist of furnishing and placing Tuff-Curb High Performance Traffic
Separator Curb from Impact Recovery Systems, or approved equal, with an integral color-
matched reflective post in the locations indicated on the Plans or where designated by the
Engineer.
8-10.2 Materials
Section 8-10.2 is supplemented with the following:
The color and size of the Tuff Curb shall meet what is indicated on the Plans or where
designated by the Engineer.
Reflectivity and specifications of flexible guide posts shall meet the requirements of Section
8-10.2
Adhesives for surface mounting shall meet the requirements of the manufacturer.
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Section 8-10.2 is supplemented with the following:
Contracting Agency-Supplied Materials
The Contracting Agency will supply the following materials:
Description Quantity Unit
Tuff-Curb with Flexible Delineator 32 Ea.
8-10.3 Construction Requirements
Section 8-10.3 is supplemented with the following:
Tuff-Curb with Flexible Delineator shall be installed according to the manufacturer’s
recommendations. The Contractor shall confirm the manufacturer’s recommendations with
the Engineer for compliance with the installation sites indicated on the Plans.
8-10.4 Measurement
Section 8-10.4 is supplemented with the following:
Tuff-Curb with Flexible Delineator will be measured by each for each unit furnished and
installed per the manufacturer’s instructions.
8-10.5 Payment
Section 8-10.5 is supplemented with the following:
“Tuff-Curb with Flexible Delineator”, per each
8-20 ILLUMINATION, TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEMS, INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION
SYSTEMS, AND ELECTRICAL
8-20.1 Description
Section 8-20.1 is supplemented with the following:
All work shall be performed as shown in the Plans in accordance with applicable Standard
Specifications, Standard Plans, City Standards, Puget Sound Energy Standards, and King
County Standards included herein and the following Special Provisions.
The Work shall also include providing a complete, functional illumination, traffic signal, and
Rectangular-Rapid Flashing-Beacon (RRFB) systems.
The Work shall also include the supply, testing, and installation of all traffic signal hardware
and equipment, including but not limited to video/radar detection cameras, luminaires,
Emergency Vehicle Preemption (EVP) detectors, vehicle signal heads, pedestrian signal
heads, pedestrian pushbuttons, RRFB light bars, signs, poles, junction boxes, conduits,
wiring, and all associated equipment.
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The Work shall also include removing existing traffic signal and illumination equipment,
junction boxes, poles, loop detectors, controller cabinets, service cabinets, and bases, and all
necessary associated equipment where applicable to complete the Work.
The existing traffic signal and lighting circuits shall remain in operation until the new system
is in place and ready for transfer. Transfer shall be conducted in the shortest time possible,
not to exceed one 8-hour workday. The exact work plan and schedule must be pre-approved
by the Engineer. Work shall include all other items as shown in the Plans or in these Special
Provisions. Existing lighting levels shall be maintained at all times unless specified otherwise
by the City Transportation Operations Manager.
The Work shall include the supply, testing and installation of all traffic signal hardware,
including the communication cable and interface system, and replacement of existing
systems, also removal of existing traffic signal and illumination equipment, junction boxes,
poles, loop detectors, controller cabinets, service cabinets, foundations, and all necessary
associated equipment where applicable to complete the Work.
8-20.1(1) Regulations and Code
Section 8-21.1(1) is supplemented with the following:
All materials and methods required under this section, unless otherwise superseded herein,
shall conform to the 2022 edition of the Washington State Department of Transportation
Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction, to the latest edition of
the State of Washington Standard Plans for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction (herein
referred to as the Standard Plans), to the State of Washington Sign Fabrication Manual, to the
City of Renton Standards and Details, to the latest edition of the National Electric Code (NEC),
and to the current edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as
adopted by the State of Washington.
Delete the first sentence of the first paragraph of Section 8-20.1(1) and replace with the
following:
All electrical equipment shall conform to the standards of the National Electrical Manufacturers
Association (NEMA), FHWA IP-78-16, the Radio Manufacturers Association, the American
Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), the American Association of State Highway and
Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), the
National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), the International Municipal Signal Association
(IMSA), whichever is applicable, and to other codes listed herein.
Where applicable, materials shall conform to the latest requirements of the Washington State
Department of Labor and Industries and Puget Sound Energy.
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8-20.1(2) Industry Codes and Standards
Section 8-20.1(2) is supplemented with the following:
National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), Secretary NESC, NESC Committee, IEEE Post
Office Box 1331, 445 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08855-1331.
8-20.1(3) Permitting and Inspections
Section 8-20.1(3) is supplemented with the following:
The Contractor will be responsible for coordinating, obtaining, and paying for all permits,
including electrical service applications, necessary to complete this work in a timely fashion.
All costs to obtain and comply with electrical permits shall be included in the applicable bid
items for the work involved. All required electrical permits shall be obtained before beginning
trench excavation.
The City of Renton Electrical Inspector shall inspect and approve the electrical portions of the
project. The Contractor shall notify the Electrical Inspector at least 24 hours in advance of
required field inspection. Before work begins, the Contractor shall contact the Electrical
Inspector to coordinate a schedule of electrical inspections (call the request line at
425-430-7275). This project shall be accomplished in compliance with WAC 296-46B-010
Traffic Management Systems and shall conform to the current adopted version of the NEC.
Prior to PSE energizing service cabinets, a Transportation Maintenance and electrical
inspection must be passed with a copy of the electrical control permit and inspection sticker
inside cabinets.
8-20.1(4) Restrictions on the Schedule of Work
Section 8-20.1(4) is added as follows:
Mast Arm Erection
Mast arms shall not be erected more than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the signal
system being turned on.
Signal Head Installation
The vehicle and pedestrian signal heads and push buttons shall be covered immediately upon
installation and shall remain covered until the signal is turned on.
Work in Roadway
All work in the roadway is subject to the traffic control requirements specified in Section 1-10.
Fiber Installation Impacts
The Contractor shall include all fiber cutovers and anticipated down time in their construction
schedule. Any change in schedule for impacts to fiber shall be provided a minimum of five (5)
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working days in advance. The Contractor shall meet with City staff to discuss all cutovers to
work out a plan to minimize down time.
8-20.1(5) Traffic Control during Construction
Section 8-20.1(5) is added as follows:
The Contractor shall include in the submitted traffic control plan, detailed plan during roadway
trenching, erection of mast arms, installation of vehicle detection, and other activities requiring
lane closures or detours. See Section 1-10 for traffic control requirements and uniformed
police officer requirements.
Traffic signal systems shall remain fully operational at each existing signalized intersection.
During the construction, existing traffic signal systems shall be modified or removed and
temporary traffic signal systems shall be operated until the new traffic signal systems are
completed and become operational. A uniformed police officer shall direct traffic on the day of
changeover to new signal system.
The duration of traffic signal down time during changeovers and the construction sequencing
shall be coordinated with the City. Complete temporary traffic control system plans shall be
submitted by the Contractor prior to any intersection down time.
Illumination System Construction Impacts
Illumination systems shall remain fully operational on at least one side of each street during
the hours of darkness. The Contractor shall include all illumination system changes and
anticipated down time in their construction schedule. Any change in schedule for impacts to
illumination systems shall be provided a minimum of 5 working days in advance. The
Contractor shall meet with City staff to discuss all cutovers to work out a plan to minimize
down time.
8-20.1(6) Permits
Section 8-20.1(6) is added as follows:
The Contractor will be responsible for coordinating, obtaining, and paying for all permits,
including electrical service applications, necessary to complete this work in a timely fashion.
All costs to obtain and comply with electrical permits shall be included in the applicable bid
items for the work involved. All required electrical permits shall be obtained before beginning
trench excavation.
The Electrical Inspector shall inspect and approve the electrical portions of the project. The
Contractor shall notify the Electrical Inspector at least 24 hours in advance of required field
inspection. Before work begins, the Contractor shall contact the City of Renton Electrical
Inspector to coordinate a schedule of electrical inspection (call the request line at 425-430-
7275). This project shall be accomplished in compliance with WAC 296-46B-010 Traffic
Management Systems and shall conform to the current adopted version of the NEC.
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Prior to PSE energizing service cabinets, an electrical inspection must be passed with a copy
of the electrical control permit and inspection sticker inside cabinets.
8-20.1(7) Errors and Omissions
Section 8-20.1(7) is added as follows:
The Contractor shall immediately notify the Engineer upon discovery of any errors or
omissions in the Contract Documents, in the layout as given by survey points and instructions,
or of any discrepancy between the Contract Documents and the physical conditions of the
locality. If deemed necessary, the Engineer shall rectify the matter and advise the Contractor
accordingly. Any work done after such discovery without authorization by the Engineer will be
done at the Contractor’s risk.
8-20.2 Materials
Section 8-20.2 is supplemented with the following:
Material requirements for signal, illumination and communication systems are contained in
Section 9-29 of the Standard Specifications and Section 9-29 of these Special Provisions.
The Engineer reserves the right to inspect the manufacturing process of all materials. Final
inspection and acceptance of the installed materials will not be given until final installation and
testing has been completed on the systems. Approval to install materials and equipment must
be obtained from the Engineer at the job site before installation.
Controlled density fill shall meet the requirements of Section 2-09.3(1)E of the Standard
Specifications.
Crushed surfacing top course and crushed surfacing base course shall meet the requirements
of Section 9-03.9(3) of the Standard Specifications.
Bedding material shall consist of 5/8-inch minus crushed rock free of any deleterious
substances per Section 9-03.1(5)A of the Standard Specifications.
Section 8-20.2 is supplemented with the following:
Contracting Agency-Supplied Materials
The Contracting Agency will supply the following materials:
Traffic Signal System, Complete – NE Sunset Boulevard & Edmonds Avenue NE:
Description Quantity Unit
Traffic Signal Poles and Associated Equipment
Type 1 Signal Standard with Slip Base 1 Ea.
Type PS Signal Standard with Curb Base 1 Ea.
Terminal Cabinet 1 Ea.
140W ATB2-60BLEDE70-MVOLT-R3-BK-P7 LED Luminaire 4 Ea.
Model 721 EVP Detector 1 Ea.
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Iteris Vantage Vector Hybrid Radar Video Detection Camera 2 Ea.
Polara iN2 APS Pushbutton Assembly w/ Voice Message 2 Ea.
Countdown Pedestrian Signal Head 2 Ea.
Three-Section 12” LED Vehicle Signal Head (Circular
Indications)
1 Ea.
Three-Section 12” LED Vehicle Signal Head (Left Arrow
Indications)
1 Ea.
Type D Mount 2 Ea.
Type E Mount 1 Ea.
Type K Mount 1 Ea.
Traffic Signal Controller Cabinet Equipment
Load Switch 2 Ea.
Detector Rack 1 Ea.
Iteris Vantage Edge2 Detector Card 2 Ea.
Conduits, Conductors, and Junction Boxes
Type 1 Junction Box 2 Ea.
2” Sch. 40 PVC Conduit 100 L.F.
2C(SH) 300 L.F.
3C(SH) 150 L.F.
5C 450 L.F.
Video Detection Camera Cable 350 L.F.
RRFB System, Complete – NE Sunset Boulevard:
Description Quantity Unit
Rectangular-Rapid Flashing-Beacons (RRFB)
AC-Powered RRFB (incl. pole, pushbutton, light bars, signs,
enclosure, etc.)
4 Ea.
Solar-Powered RRFB (incl. pole, pushbutton, light bars, signs,
enclosure, etc.)
2 Ea.
Cabinets
Electrical Service Cabinet 1 Ea.
Conduits, Conductors, and Junction Boxes
Type 1 Junction Box 4 Ea.
1” Sch. 40 PVC Conduit 100 L.F.
#8 AWG 7,500 L.F.
8-20.2(1) Equipment List and Drawings
Delete the first paragraph of Section 8-20.2(1) and replace with the following:
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer a completed “Request for Approval of Material”
that describes the material proposed for use to fulfill the Plans and Specifications. Request
for Approval of Materials shall submitted with all traffic signal, communication, and illumination
materials in one complete package.
Delete the fifth paragraph of Section 8-20.2(1).
Shop drawings for signal standards and lighting standards shall be provided in an electronic
format (AUTOCAD Release 2009 or later), as well as complying with Section 6-03.3(7) of the
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Standard Specifications.
Manufacturer's technical information shall be submitted for all poles, mast arms, luminaires,
signal heads, push buttons, cameras, wire, conduit, junction boxes, vaults, cabinets, control
equipment, and all other items to be used on the Project. The Contractor also shall submit
either on the signal standard shop drawings or attached to the signal standard shop drawings
all dimensions to clearly show the specific mast arm mounting height and signal tenon
locations for each signal pole to be installed. Final ground and roadway cross sections at the
locations of the standards shall be submitted for approval along with the shop drawings. All
approvals by the Engineer must be received by the Contractor before material will be allowed
on the job site. Materials not approved will not be permitted on the job site.
The Engineer shall have fourteen (14) calendar days to review information for each submittal
that is made. Approval of shop drawings does not constitute final acceptance or guarantee of
the material, but is solely to assist the Contractor in providing the specified materials.
All shop drawings for luminaire and signal poles that are not listed on the WSDOT Pre-
Approved Plans shall be stamped by a State of Washington registered Structural Engineer.
For each proposed material that is required to be submitted for approval using either the QPL
or RAM process the Contractor will be allowed to submit for approval two materials per
material type at no cost. Additional materials may be submitted for approval and will be
processed at a cost of $100.00 per material submitted by QPL submittal and $300.00 per
material submitted by RAM. All costs for processing additional materials will be deducted from
monies due or that may come due to the Contractor. Subject to a request by the Contractor
and a determination by the Engineer the costs for processing may be waived.
Manufacturer's data for materials proposed for the signal, illumination, camera and cable
systems for use in the Contract which require approval shall be submitted in one complete
package.
8-20.3 Construction Requirements
Section 8-20.3 is supplemented with the following:
Signal Installation Coordination with the City
The Contractor shall coordinate with City of Renton Transportation Maintenance Manager
(contact person: Eric Cutshall at 425-430-7423) for all required signal installation work and
testing.
Power Source Coordination
The Contractor shall coordinate all of the installation details for the electrical service cabinet(s)
with Puget Sound Energy. Within four (4) weeks after Notice to Proceed, the Contractor shall
meet with a PSE Representative (call 1-888-321-7779) in the field to verify the location of
power source as shown in the Plans and shall notify the Engineer immediately if any conflicts
exist. Except for the service connection, the PSE portion of the installation shall be completed
prior to installation of the service cabinet by the Contractor.
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8-20.3(1)A Illumination Requirements During Construction
Section 8-20.3(1)A is added as follows:
Existing or higher illumination levels shall be maintained by using existing or temporary
illumination until the new system is operational. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining
ten (10) feet clearance zone around existing aerial primary power lines during the
construction. Coordinate work with the power company.
8-20.3(1)B Signalization Requirements During Construction
Section 8-20.3(1)B is added as follows:
Signal system shall remain fully operational during construction. Contractor shall follow the
Construction Sequencing and Pedestrian Detour Plans to the extent allowed by site
conditions. Modifications to the existing signals must be approved by the Engineer in the field
prior to re-channelization for construction staging. Modifications shall be provided at the
Contractor’s expense. The costs for any changes to the signal systems required for
compliance with maintenance of traffic during construction shall be incidental to the lump sum
price of Signal Systems.
8-20.3(2) Excavating and Backfilling
Section 8-20.3(2) is supplemented with the following:
Underground utilities of record will be shown on the Plans insofar as information is available.
These, however, are shown for convenience only and the City assumes no responsibility for
improper locations or failure to show utility locations on the construction plans.
The location of existing underground utilities, when shown on the Plans, is approximate only,
and the Contractor shall be responsible for determining their exact location. The Contractor
shall check with the utility companies concerning any possible conflict prior to commencing
excavation in any area, as not all utilities may be shown on the Plans.
The Contractor shall be responsible for potholing for conflicts with underground utility
locations. Prior to construction, if any conflicts are expected, it shall be brought to the attention
of the Engineer for resolution.
The Contractor shall be entirely responsible for coordination with the utility companies and
arranging for the movement or adjustment, either temporary or permanent, of their facilities
within the project limits.
If a conflict is identified, the Contractor shall contact the Engineer. The Contractor and City
shall locate alternative locations for poles, cabinet, or junction boxes. The Contractor shall get
approval from the Engineer prior to installation. The Contractor may consider changing depth
or alignment of conduit to avoid utility conflicts.
Before beginning any excavation work for foundations, vaults, junction boxes or conduit runs,
the contractor shall confirm that the location proposed on the Contract Plans does not conflict
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with utility location markings placed on the surface by the various utility companies. If a conflict
is identified, the following process shall be used to resolve the conflict:
Contact the Engineer and determine if there is an alternative location for the
foundation, junction box, vault or conduit trench.
If an adequate alternate location is not obvious for the underground work, select a
location that may be acceptable and pothole to determine the exact location of other
utilities. Potholing must be approved by the Engineer.
If an adequate alternate alignment still cannot be identified following potholing
operations, the pothole area should be restored and work in the area should stop until
a new design can be developed.
The Contractor shall get approval from the Engineer prior to installation.
The Contractor may consider changing depth or alignment of conduit to avoid utility
conflicts.
The Contractor shall not attempt to adjust the location of an existing utility unless specifically
agreed to by the utility owner.
8-20.3(3) Removing and Replacing Improvements
Section 8-20.3(3) is supplemented with the following:
Salvaged Equipment
All existing equipment that is to be removed shall not be stockpiled within the job site without
the Engineer's approval. The following signal equipment shall remain the property of the
Contracting Agency and shall be disconnected, dismantled, stacked separately and delivered
to the Contracting Agency unless otherwise directed by Transportation Maintenance Manager
Luminaire Standards and Mast Arms
Luminaires
Traffic Signal Controllers and Cabinets
Electrical Service Cabinets
Emergency Vehicle Detectors
Vehicle and Pedestrian Displays and Mounting Hardware
Pedestrian Pushbuttons
Terminal Cabinets
Visors
Back Plates
The Contractor shall give the Engineer fourteen (14) calendar days advance written notice
prior to delivery of removed materials to the City of Renton Signal Shop.
Controller cabinets shall not be removed until all associated electronic equipment is removed
by Contracting Agency traffic signals personnel. All other equipment shall be removed by the
Contractor and delivered within 24 hours following removal to the Contracting Agency.
All removed equipment which remains the property of Renton shall be delivered to Renton
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Corporate Yard between the hours of 8:30am and 2:30pm:
City of Renton Signal Shop
3555 NE 2nd Street BLDG B
Renton, WA 98056
Phone: 425-430-7423
Non-Salvaged Electrical Equipment
The Contractor shall:
Remove all wires for discontinued circuits from the conduit system.
Remove elbow sections of abandoned conduit entering junction boxes.
Remove abandoned conduit that is less than 24 inches finished grade, unless
otherwise indicated in the Plans.
Remove foundations in accordance with Standard Specifications Section 2-02.3(1).
Backfill voids created by removal of foundations and junction boxes. Backfilling and
compaction shall be performed in accordance with Standard Specifications Section 2-
09.3(1)E.
Pole Shaft and Mast Arm Identification
All removed mast arms and pole shafts shall be identified by paper identification tags
recording pole number, intersection location (such as SR XXX, leg XXX), and mast arm length.
Four (4) inch by 6 inch (minimum) tags shall be taped to corresponding pole shafts and mast
arms. Information on the mast arm tag shall match the information on the corresponding pole
shaft tag. Each tag shall be entirely covered with clear acetate tap. The tape shall be wrapped
one full circle around the shaft or arm with a 1/2-inch minimum overlap at the ends and sides.
The Contractor shall bundle the complete signal bridge, poles standard assembly together.
The assembly consists of pole shaft, mast arm, and connecting bolts. Connecting bolts shall
be attached to the original mast arm base plate.
Dismantled equipment shall be clearly marked and all hardware saved in a heavy duty burlap
bag attached to the corresponding signal standard or mast arm. The Contractor shall be
responsible for loading, delivering and unloading the salvaged signal equipment. The
Engineer shall determine the condition of the signal equipment. Material parts will only be
accepted by the Contracting Agency if in identical condition to that prior to removal.
If the Contractor's operation causes damage to a removed equipment, it shall be repaired or
replaced by the Contractor to the Engineer's satisfaction at no additional cost to the
Contracting Agency. The Contractor shall remove and dispose properly all debris and signal
equipment not identified for return to the Contracting Agency.
8-20.3(4) Foundations
Section 8-20.3(4) is supplemented with the following:
The anchor bolts shall match that of the device to be installed thereon.
Concrete shall be placed against undisturbed earth if possible. Disturbed earth or backfill
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material shall be compacted to ninety-five (95) percent of the material's maximum density.
Before placing the concrete the Contractor shall block-out around any other underground
utilities that lie in the excavated base so that the concrete will not adhere to the utility line.
Sono tubes shall not be allowed on the project. Concrete foundations shall be troweled,
brushed, edged and finished in a workmanship-like manner. Concrete shall be promptly
cleaned from the exposed portion of the anchor bolts and conduit after placement. Foundation
shall all be Class 4000P concrete. After the specified curing period, the Contractor may install
the applicable device thereon.
All concrete foundations shall be constructed in the manner specified below:
1. Where no sidewalks are to be installed, the grade for the top of the foundation shall
be as specified by the Engineer.
2. Where sidewalk or raised islands are to be constructed as a part of this project, the
top of the luminaire foundation shall be made flush with the bottom of the sidewalk or
island, or the top of the signal foundation shall be made flush with the top of the
sidewalk or island.
All concrete foundations shall be installed at locations per stationing on the Plans. Pole
locations shall be staked by the Contractor and locations shall be field verified and approved
by the Engineer in the field prior to excavation.
The Contractor shall secure the anchor bolts required for the item to be mounted on the
foundation. The Contractor shall also securely locate all conduit required, including a spare 2-
inch conduit to be used to connect the pole or controller cabinet ground wire to the ground rod
in the nearest J-box.
Location of all concrete foundations shall be approved by the Engineer prior to excavation.
Construction Sequence
All excavation for a single pile cap foundation in which the drilled shafts are to be constructed
shall be completed before shaft construction begins. After shaft construction is completed, all
loose or displaced materials shall be removed from around the shafts, leaving a clean solid
surface to receive the footing concrete.
Shaft Excavation
1. Shafts shall be excavated to the required depth as shown in the Plans or as required
by the Engineer. The excavation shall be completed in a continuous operation using
equipment capable of excavating through the type of material expected to be
encountered. The concrete shall be placed within two hours after the completion of
shaft excavation and cleanout without any undue delay.
2. If the shaft excavation is stopped with the approval of the Engineer, the shaft shall be
secured by the installation of a safety cover. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility
to ensure the safety of the shaft and the surrounding soil and the stability of the
sidewalls. A temporary casing should be used if necessary to ensure such safety and
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stability.
3. Where caving conditions are encountered, due to soft soils or water intrusion, no
further excavation will be allowed until the Contractor selects a method to prevent
ground movement. The Contractor may elect to place a temporary casing or use other
methods approved by the Engineer.
4. The Contractor shall use appropriate means such as a clean-out bucket, to clean the
bottom of the excavation such that a minimum of 50 percent of the base of each shaft
will have less than 1inch of sediment at the time of placement of the concrete. The
maximum depth of sediment or any debris at any place on the base of the shaft shall
not exceed 2 inches.
5. If unexpected obstructions, which require specialized equipment and/or labor are
encountered, the Contractor shall notify the Engineer promptly. Excavation shall be
continued as approved by the Engineer.
Excavation Inspection
1. The Contractor shall provide equipment for checking the dimensions and alignment of
each permanent shaft excavation. The dimensions and alignment shall be determined
by the Contractor with the approval of the Engineer.
2. Final shaft depths shall be measured with a suitable weighted tape or other approved
methods after final clean-out.
3. Shaft cleanliness will be determined by the Engineer, by visual inspection.
4. The excavated shaft shall be approved by the Engineer prior to placing any steel or
concrete into the shaft.
Reinforcing Steel Cage Construction and Placement
1. The reinforcing steel cage consisting of longitudinal bars, ties, cage stiffener bars,
spacers, centralizers, and other necessary appurtenances shall be completely
assembled and placed as a unit immediately after the shaft excavation is inspected
and accepted prior to concrete placement. The reinforcing cage shall be rigidly braced
to retain its configuration during handling and when lowered into the shaft, during
placement of concrete and extraction of the casing from the shaft. No loose bars will
be permitted. The reinforcing steel fabricator shall include bracing and any extra
reinforcing steel required to fabricate the cage in the shop drawings.
2. If the bottom of the constructed shaft elevation is lower than the bottom of the shaft
elevation in the Plans, a minimum of one half of the longitudinal bars required in the
upper portion of the shaft shall be extended the additional length. Tie bars shall be
continued for the extra depth, spaced on 1 feet centers, and the stiffener bars shall be
extended to the final depth. These bars may be lap spliced, or un-spliced bars of the
proper length may be used. Welding to the planned reinforcing steel will not be
permitted unless specifically shown in either the Plans or Special Provisions.
3. The reinforcing steel in the shaft shall be tied and supported so that the reinforcing
steel will remain within allowable tolerances given in this specification. Concrete
spacers or other approved non-corrosive spacing devices shall be used at sufficient
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intervals (near the bottom and at intervals not exceeding 5 feet up the shaft) to insure
concentric spacing for the entire cage length. Spacers shall be constructed of
approved material equal in quality and durability to the concrete specified for the shaft.
4. The elevation of the top of the steel cage shall be checked before and after the
concrete is placed. If the rebar cage is not maintained within the specified tolerances,
corrections shall be made by the Contractor as required by the Engineer. No additional
shafts shall be constructed until the Contractor has modified his rebar cage support in
a manner satisfactory to the Engineer.
Concrete Placement
Concrete placement shall commence within two (2) hours after completion of the excavation
and shall be placed in one continuous operation to the top of the shaft. Concrete shall be
placed through a tremie. The tremie used shall consist of a tube of one-piece construction.
Concrete shall be placed through a hopper at the top of the tube so that the concrete is
deposited through the center of the reinforcing steel to prevent segregation of the aggregates
and splashing of concrete on the reinforcement cage. The Contractor's proposed method for
depositing concrete shall have approval of the Engineer prior to concrete placement. The
concrete on the top 5 feet of the shaft shall be vibrated.
Casing and Forming Removal
During casing removal, a minimum 5 foot head of concrete must be maintained to balance the
soil and water pressure at the bottom of the casing. This casing shall be well coated with form
oil prior to concrete placement.
All other forming materials shall be removed and adjacent area restored.
Construction Tolerances
1. The centerline of the drilled shaft shall be within 3 inches of the Plan position in the
horizontal plane, at the Plan elevation for the top of the shaft.
2. The vertical alignment of the shaft excavation shall not vary from the Plan alignment
by more than 1/4 inch per foot of depth.
3. After all the concrete is placed, the top of the reinforcing steel cage shall be no more
than 1/2 inch above and no more than 1/2 inch below the Plan position.
4. The minimum diameter of the drilled shaft shall be 1inch less than the specified shaft
diameter.
5. The top elevation of the shaft shall have a tolerance of ±1/2 inch from the Plan top of
shaft elevation.
6. Excavation equipment and methods shall be designed so that the completed shaft
excavation will have a flat bottom. The cutting edges of excavation equipment shall be
normal to the vertical axis of the equipment within a tolerance of± 3/8 inch per 12
inches of diameter.
Drilled shaft excavations constructed in such a manner that the concrete shaft cannot be
completed within the required tolerances are unacceptable. When approved, corrections may
be made to an unacceptable drilled shaft excavation by any approved combination of the
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following methods:
1. Overdrill the shaft excavation to a larger diameter to permit accurate placement of the
reinforcing steel cage with the required minimum concrete cover.
2. Increase the number and/or size of the steel reinforcement bars.
The approval of the correction procedures is dependent on analysis of the effect of the degree
of misalignment and improper positioning. Correction methods may be approved as design
analysis indicate. Redesign drawings and computations prepared by the Contractor's
Engineer shall be signed by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Washington.
Materials and work necessary, including Engineering analysis and redesign, to effect
corrections for out of tolerance drilled shaft excavations shall be furnished at no cost to the
Contracting Agency.
Submittals
1. Before placing the reinforcing steel, the Contractor shall submit shop drawings to the
Engineer for the reinforcing cage.
2. Work shall not proceed until the appropriate submittals have been approved in writing
by the Engineer.
8-20.3(5) Conduit
8-20.3(5)A General
Section 8-20.3(5)A is supplemented with the following:
Pull strings shall be provided and installed by the Contractor.
When copper or fiber optic interconnect cable is part of a project, the conduit sweeps bringing
the interconnect cable into and out of the junction boxes shall be offset as directed by the
Engineer to accommodate the cable’s tendency to curl. The conduit sweep shall have a
minimum bend radius of 24-inches.
Conduits entering through the cabinet foundation shall be arranged toward the front of the
cabinet for maximum accessibility or as directed by the Engineer.
Conduits shall be capped during construction using manufactured seals to prevent entrance
of water and debris. Spare conduits shall be capped and labeled as City of Renton conduits
and shall include polyester detectable pull tape that meets or exceeds a breaking strength of
900 lbs. Detectable pull tape shall also be added to conduits occupied with non-electrical
cables.
Where sidewalk panels need to be removed for the installation of conduit or junction boxes,
the Contractor is responsible for restoring the area near the back of sidewalk as needed to
repair damage from sidewalk panel formwork.
Where intercepting and splicing to an existing conduit is called out on the Plans, the Contractor
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shall verify the conduit size and schedule before ordering the new conduit sections. The size
provided on the Plans is an estimation.
8-20.3(5)A3 Damaged or Blocked Conduits
Section 8-20.3(5)A3 is added as follows:
Damaged or blocked conduits shall be repaired by the Contractor. The Contractor shall
attempt to remove debris in the conduit by blowing in air. The Contractor shall be careful not
to blow air towards the service or controller cabinet. If the blockage doesn’t break free, the
Contractor shall identify the potential blocked/damaged location using a fish tape. Once the
blockage location is identified, the Contractor shall attempt to remove the existing cabling (if
any) from the conduit. If the cabling is removed, the Contractor shall attempt to pass a fish
tape through the conduit again. If the fish tape passes through the conduit past the identified
blockage point easily, the Contractor shall attempt to reinstall all existing cabling along with
the new cabling called out in the Contract Plans.
If the existing cabling cannot be removed, or reinstalled after removal, the Contractor shall
excavate down to the conduit blockage point and repair the conduit break. The Contractor
shall obtain approval from the Engineer prior to removing existing cabling or beginning
excavation.
All cabling shall be removed from the conduit prior to repairing the broken conduit. Once the
conduit is repaired, the Contractor shall restore the disturbed area. The removal of cable,
excavation, conduit repair, and surface restoration will be paid for by change order or Minor
Change as determined by the Engineer. The cost for other work needed to identify and remedy
blocked conduits as described in this Section shall be incidental.
8-20.3(5)B Conduit Type
Delete the second paragraph of Section 8-20.3(5)B and replace with the following:
Rigid metal conduit (RMC) shall only be placed where indicated and shown on the Contract
Plans.
Section 8-20.3(5)B is supplemented with the following:
All conduit shall be rigid non-metallic unless noted otherwise in the Contract Plans or Special
Provisions.
All conduit openings shall be fitted with approved bell-ends or bushings. Wall thickness of
conduit shall be consistent within continuous conduit runs with no mixing of different schedule
types between terminations.
The Contractor shall provide all conduit and necessary fittings as needed. Conduit size shall
be as indicated on the wiring and conduit schedule shown on the Plans.
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All joints shall be made with strict compliance to the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding cement used and environmental conditions.
Conduits shall be capped during construction using manufactured seals to prevent entrance
of water and debris. The conduits shall be cleaned before pulling wire and shall include
bonded ground wire (including spare conduits for locating purposes).
Spare conduits shall be capped and labeled "City of Renton" conduits.
8-20.3(5)E1 Open Trenching
Section 8-20.3(2)A is added as follows:
The Contractor shall provide trenching as specified herein, regardless of the material
encountered, as necessary for complete and proper installation of the signal, illumination and
ITS conduit. Trenching shall conform to the following:
Uniform Construction
Trenching for conduit runs shall be done in a neat manner, and the trench bottom shall be
graded to provide a uniform grade, with a width and depth as specified herein. All trenches for
placement of conduit shall be straight and as narrow in width as practical to provide a minimum
of pavement disturbance.
Trench Inspection
No work shall be covered until it has been examined by the Engineer or Inspector. Earth which
fills around and over the conduit shall be free of rocks greater than 2 inches up to a depth of
6 inches. When trenching is being accomplished within the sidewalk area, the backfill can be
made with acceptable materials from the excavation and shall be considered a necessary part
of and incidental to the excavation in accordance with the Standard Specifications. Hauling
and disposal of un-used excavation material shall be incidental to the cost of trenching or
excavating. The compaction requirements for the roadway backfill shall apply.
Saw Cut for Trench
Trenches in all paved areas shall be saw cut. The saw cuts shall be a minimum of 2-inches
deep and shall be parallel. Thoroughly clean saw cuts where necessary by the use of high
pressure water (1,400 psi or greater). All wastewater shall be collected and disposed of in
accordance with Section 1-07.15 of the Standard Specifications. Impervious surfaces
contaminated from cutting operations shall be cleaned in accordance with Section 1-07.15 of
the Standard Specifications.
Pavement Removal
Pavement shall be removed in a manner approved by the Engineer. The Contractor shall take
care in removing existing paving not to damage the pavement outside of the saw cut lines.
Trench Depth
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Trench depth shall provide 24 inches minimum of cover over all conduits unless agreed to
otherwise by the Engineer. Trench depth shall provide a minimum cover of 36 inches for all
conduits designated for fiber optic cabling.
Trench Width
The trench width shall be a minimum of 12 inches
Trenching in Landscaped Areas
Trenches shall be placed to have minimum impact on existing landscaping and irrigation
systems. Any damage due to the Contractor’s operation shall be repaired or replaced by the
Contractor at his own expense and to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
Trenching Through Concrete Sidewalk Areas
Trenching in these areas shall require removal and replacement of the concrete to the limits
of the existing sidewalk joints. The costs for removal and replacement shall be incidental to
the trenching.
8-20.3(5)F Damaged or Blocked Conduits
Section 8-20.3(5)F is added as follows:
Damaged or blocked conduits shall be repaired by the Contractor. The Contractor shall
attempt to remove debris in the conduit by blowing in air. The Contractor shall be careful not
to blow air towards the service or controller cabinet. If the blockage doesn’t break free, the
Contractor shall identify the potential blocked/damaged location using a fish tape. Once the
blockage location is identified, the Contractor shall attempt to remove the existing cabling (if
any) from the conduit. If the cabling is removed, the Contractor shall attempt to pass a fish
tape through the conduit again. If the fish tape passes through the conduit past the identified
blockage point easily, the Contractor shall attempt to reinstall all existing cabling along with
the new cabling called out in the Contract Plans.
If the existing cabling cannot be removed, or reinstalled after removal, the Contractor shall
excavate down to the conduit blockage point and repair the conduit break. The Contractor
shall obtain approval from the Engineer prior to removing existing cabling or beginning
excavation. All cabling shall be removed from the conduit prior to repairing the broken conduit.
Once the conduit is repaired, the Contractor shall restore the disturbed area. The removal of
cable, excavation, conduit repair, and surface restoration will be paid for by change order or
Minor Change as determined by the Engineer. The cost for other work needed to identify and
remedy blocked conduits as described in this Section shall be incidental.
8-20.3(6) Junction Boxes, Cable Vaults, and Pull Boxes
Section 8-20.3(6) is supplemented with the following:
All junction boxes and associated concrete pads shall be installed on compacted sub grade
which shall include six inches of 5/8th-inch minus crushed surfacing top course material
installed under and around the base of the junction box. The junction box shall include
installation of a 4" thick Class "B" cement 12” minimum concrete pad enclosing the junction
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box as per the Plans, specifications and detail sheets. Concrete shall be promptly cleaned
from the junction box frame and lid.
If junction boxes are placed in the sidewalk, they shall not be placed closer than 12 inches
from the edge of any sidewalk or sidewalk joint. The frame and lid shall be from 0 to 3/16 inch
below a straight edge laid across the sidewalk, and the lid shall be flat to a maximum of 1/16
inch positive camber. Pre-molded joint filler for expansion joints shall be placed around
junction boxes installed in sidewalks. All junction boxes placed in the sidewalks shall have
skid resistant lids.
Junction boxes shall have galvanized steel locking lids and frames.
Wiring shall not be pulled into any conduit until all associated junction boxes have been
adjusted to or installed in their final grade and location, unless installation is necessary to
maintain system operation. If wire is installed for this reason, sufficient slack shall be left to
allow for final adjustment.
The Contractor shall not damage any existing conduits when replacing or excavating existing
junction boxes. The Contractor is to maintain the integrity of all junction boxes during
reconfiguration of the conduits, installation of new conduits or when excavating.
Small Cable Vaults
Small cable vaults shall be installed in accordance with the following:
Excavation shall comply with the requirements of Standard Specifications Section 2-
09.
All openings around conduits shall be sealed and filled with grout to prevent water and
debris from entering the vaults or pull boxes. The grout shall meet the specifications
of the small cable vault manufacturers.
Backfilling around the work shall not be allowed until the concrete or mortar has set.
Upon acceptance of work, small cable vaults shall be free of debris and ready for cable
installation. All grounding requirements shall be met prior to cable installation.
Small cable vaults shall be adjusted to final grade using risers or rings manufactured
by the small cable vault and pull box manufacturer. Small cable vaults with traffic
bearing lids shall be raised to final grade using ring risers to raise the cover only.
Small cable vaults shall be installed at the approximate location shown in the
Drawings.
All existing conduits will need to be open and exposed for access within the vault.
Care shall be taken to identify which conduits have existing cables. All conduits will
extend 2-inches within the vault walls. At the 2-inch mark, the excess conduit on the
existing structure will need to be removed and all cables exposed.
Once the conduits are located, excavate a hole large enough to install the small cable
vault. The vault shall have a concrete floor as indicated on the Drawings. The floor
shall be installed on 6-inches of crushed surfacing top course, per Standard
Specifications Section 9-03.9(3). If a small cable vault is installed outside a paved
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area, an asphalt pad shall be constructed surrounding the junction box. Ensure that
the existing conduits are at a minimum of 4-inches above the top of the floor. If the
existing conduits contain existing cables, the new vault will need to be bottomless to
allow the existing conduit and cables to be routed into the new vault.
All mounting equipment shall be included with the small cable vault.
Cable Racking in Small cable vaults
Cables shall be racked and secured with nylon ties. Nylon ties shall not be over- tightened.
Identification or warning tags shall be securely attached to the cables in at least two locations
in each small cable vault.
All coiled cable shall be protected to prevent damage to the cable and fibers. Racking shall
include securing cables to brackets (racking hardware) that extend from the sidewalls of the
small cable vault.
8-20.3(8) Wiring
Section 8-20.3(8) is supplemented with the following:
Contractor shall furnish and install new SC connectors to fiber optic cable, termination panel,
and provide patch cables for connection inside the traffic signal controller cabinet.
All illumination circuits shall be labeled with a PVC marking sleeve bearing the circuit number
at each junction box whether splices are present or not. Terminal strips in cabinets, or when
used as a connection device between conductors, shall bear the circuit numbers.
SEC fuse holders complete with pole and bracket cable shall be installed in any signal
standard or luminaire standard supporting a luminaire. Illumination wiring shall conform to
COR Standard Plans and these Special Provisions.
All stranded wires terminated at a terminal block shall have an open end, crimp style
solderless terminal connector, and all solid wires terminated at a terminal block shall have an
open end soldered terminal connector. All terminals shall be installed with a tool designed for
the installation of the correct type of connector and crimping with pliers, wire cutters, etc., will
not be allowed. All wiring inside the controller cabinet shall be trimmed and cabled together to
make a neat, clean appearing installation. No splicing of any traffic signal conductor shall be
permitted. All conductor runs shall be attached to appropriate signal terminal boards with
pressure type binding posts.
Field Wiring Chart
501 AC+ Input 521-540 Spare
502 AC- Input 541-580 Coordination
503-510 Control-Display 581-592 Emergency Pre-emp
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511-515 Sign Lights 593-599 Spare
516-520 Railroad Pre-empt
Movement 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Number
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Vehicle Heads
Red 611 621 631 641 651 661 671 681 6*1
Yellow 612 622 632 642 652 662 672 682 6*2
Green 613 623 633 643 653 663 673 683 6*3
Spare 614 624 634 644 654 664 674 684 6*4
Spare 615 625 635 645 655 665 675 685 6*5
AC- 616 626 636 646 656 666 676 686 6*6
Red Auxiliary 617 627 637 647 657 667 677 687 6*7
Yellow Auxiliary 618 628 638 648 658 668 678 688 6*8
Green Auxiliary 619 629 639 649 659 669 679 689 6*9
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Pedestrian Heads & Detection
Hand 711 721 731 741 751 761 771 781 7*1
Man 712 722 732 742 752 762 772 782 7*2
AC- (Ped Head) 713 723 733 743 753 763 773 783 7*3
Detection 714 724 734 744 754 764 774 784 7*4
AC- (Detection) 715 725 735 745 755 765 775 785 7*5
Spare 716 726 736 746 756 766 776 786 7*6
Spare 717 727 737 747 757 767 777 787 7*7
Special Provisions – 90% Review Submittal SP-251
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Spare 718 728 738 748 758 768 778 788 7*8
Spare 719 729 739 749 759 769 779 789 7*9
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* Overlap phase designator: A, B, C, D, P/E, P/F, P/G, P/H
For installing new cables in existing occupied or empty conduit, the Contractor shall be
responsible for the following steps:
1) Install a new pull rope using a rod/fish tape in the conduit for pulling in the new cabling
if a pull rope does not already exist.
2) If the Contractor cannot get the rod/fish tape to pass through the conduit, the
Contractor shall blow air through the conduit to remove any debris blocking the rod/fish
tape path. The Contractor shall be careful not to blow air into controller or service
cabinets.
3) If the rod/fish tape still does not pass through the conduit after blowing air, the
Contractor shall disconnect a single existing wire as agreed to by the Engineer (if the
conduit is occupied) and use that wire to pull the new wiring plus a new cable to replace
the existing cable that is being used for pulling.
4) If no existing wire can be used to pull in the new wire, the Contractor shall try another
conduit run if one exists, or pull out all existing wiring from the conduit and use to pull
in the new wiring plus all new cabling to replace existing cabling. Rodding, fish taping,
blowing air, and disconnecting/ reconnecting cable shall be the Contractor’s cost
responsibility. In an event that none of these steps led to successful wire installation,
the Contractor shall install new conduit as directed by the Engineer.
8-20.3(9) Bonding, Grounding
Section 8-20.3(9) is supplemented with the following:
All street light standards, signal poles and other standards on which electrical equipment is
mounted shall be grounded to a copper clad metallic ground rod 5/8" in diameter x 8'0" in
length complete with a #8 AWG bare copper bonding strap located in the nearest junction box.
All signal controller cabinets and signal/lighting service cabinets shall be grounded to a 5/8"
in diameter x 8'0" in length copper clad metallic ground rod located in the nearest junction box
with a bare copper bonding strap sized in accordance with the Plans, specifications and
applicable codes.
Ground rods are considered miscellaneous items and all costs are to be included within the
Bid Items in the proposal.
Polyester detectable pull tape shall not be connected to the equipment-grounding system.
The Contractor shall provide and install bonding and grounding wires as described in Standard
Specifications and the National Electric Code for any new metallic junction box and any
modified existing junction boxes. For the purposes of this section, a box shall be considered
“modified” if new current-carrying conductors are installed, including low-voltage conductors,
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or if the box is adjusted to grade, or if the box lid is modified.
8-20.3(10) Service, Transformer, and Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Cabinets
Section 8-20.3(10) is revised by deleting the second and third paragraphs and supplement
with the following:
Electrical service cabinet shall be single phase 120/240 volt, 3 wire 60 cycle A.C. (street
lighting contactor/traffic signal, grounded neutral service).
The service point shall be as noted on the Plans and shall be verified by the electrical servicing
utility (the Contractor to coordinate a power service point availability, with a power company).
The Contractor shall reuse existing or install new conduit from the new electrical service
cabinet to PSE power source as shown on the Plans (coordinate work with Puget Sound
Energy prior to cabinet base installation). In addition, the Contractor shall provide service
conductors from the electrical service to the power source with at least 20 feet of service wire
coiled and coordinate the connection with Puget Sound Energy representative. All
connections and interfacing with Puget Sound Energy shall conform to Puget Sound Energy
requirements.
The Contractor shall have all services inspected by Transportation Maintenance and shall be
solely responsible for coordination with the power company to have the service energized.
The Contractor shall notify the City Inspector when the service is ready for connection and
shall coordinate with Puget Sound Energy. The Contractor shall pay all connection fees.
All service cabinets shall be shipped and delivered to the job site in a protective covering with
suitable dunnage to prevent damage to the exterior surface.
8-20.3(11) Testing
Section 8-20.3(11) is supplemented with following:
All work shall be completed in a manner that provides the Inspector and Engineer with full
knowledge of the construction. The work shall proceed in accordance with the approved
construction schedule previously supplied to and approved by the City. The Inspector and
Engineer may, at their option, require work completed without their knowledge or inspection
to be dismantled so that it can be inspected to their satisfaction.
Prior to schedule of turn-on, an electrical inspection must be passed with a copy of the
Electrical Control Permit in the service cabinet.
Signal Turn-On
A minimum of five (5) working days written notice will be required for signal turn-on. The
Contractor shall not pick up the controller cabinet from the Contracting Agency until power is
present at the site and all site preparation required to install the controller cabinet is complete.
All discrepancies and deficiencies must be corrected by the Contractor and re-inspected prior
to requesting signal turn-on date. All functional tests required by the Contract Specifications
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shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Engineer 48 hours prior to the turn-on date.
Signal turn-on shall not be allowed on Mondays, Fridays, weekends, holidays, and the
weekday immediately before and after a holiday. Signal turn-on shall be completed between
the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the day of the turn-on. No turn-on will be allowed until the
CITY OF RENTON TRANSPORATION MAINTENANCE MANAGER gives approval.
The signal turn-on shall be by the City's Transportation MAINTENANCE MANAGER or his
representative. The Transportation MAINTENANCE MANAGER or his representative shall
enter all signal timing parameters as supplied by the OPERATIONS representative and shall
certify the intersection is operating and functioning in accordance with the contract
documents. The Contractor shall be present during the turn-on with adequate equipment to
repair any deficiencies in operation.
The traffic signal controller manufacturer's representative shall fully explain the operation of
all control equipment to the Operations representative prior to the turn-on procedure. The
Operations representative may contact the manufacturer to schedule the explanation of the
control equipment and the training session shall be provided if deemed necessary by
manufacturer's representative.
Requests for traffic signal turn on will not be considered until a pre-turn on inspection of signal
system has taken place.
Requests for signal turn on shall not be considered until electrical service to the intersection
has been provided and has been energized by the electric utility.
Channelization at the intersection must be complete per plan before requesting signal turn on
date. Any deletions of channelization prior to turn on must be approved by the Transportation
Maintenance Manager or representative. City forces shall provide, post and maintain proper
signing warning of new signal ahead.
RRFB System Turn-On
A minimum of five (5) working days written notice will be required for RRFB turn-on. All
functional tests required by the Contract Specifications shall be completed to the satisfaction
of the Engineer 48 hours prior to the turn-on date.
RRFB turn-on shall not be allowed on Mondays, Fridays, weekends, holidays, and the
weekday immediately before and after a holiday. Signal turn-on shall be completed between
the hours of 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. on the day of the turn-on. No turn-on will be allowed until the
City of Renton Transportation Maintenance Manager (contact person: Eric Cutshall at 425-
430-7423) gives approval.
The RRFB turn-on shall be by the City's Transportation Maintenance Manager or his
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representative. The Maintenance Manager or his representative shall enter all control
parameters as supplied by the OPERATIONS representative and shall certify the crossing is
operating and functioning in accordance with the contract documents. The Contractor shall be
present during the turn-on with adequate equipment to repair any deficiencies in operation.
Requests for RRFB turn on will not be considered until a pre-turn on inspection of RRFB
system has taken place.
Requests for RRFB turn on shall not be considered until electrical service to the crossing has
been provided and has been energized by the electric utility.
Channelization at the crossing must be complete per plan before requesting signal turn on
date. Any deletions of channelization prior to turn on must be approved by the Transportation
Maintenance Manager or representative. City forces shall provide, post and maintain proper
signing warning of new RRFB ahead.
The Contractor shall conduct tests to assure proper intended operation of the RRFB system.
The RRFB turn-on procedure shall not begin until all required channelization, pavement
markings, and signs are installed. The Contractor shall provide traffic control to stop all traffic
from entering the crossing or affected street segment and shall then turn the RRFB system to
its flash mode to verify proper flash indications. The Engineer will verify proper flash pattern
and rate is implemented. The Contractor shall then conduct functional tests to demonstrate
that each part of the RRFB system functions as intended consistent with plans, project
Specifications, and manufacturer’s Specifications. This demonstration shall be conducted in
the presence of the Engineer. The Engineer may introduce additional testing to assess full
functions of the system as intended. Based on the results of the turn-on, the Engineer will
direct the Contractor to either keep the RRFB system on normal operation or to turn the
system off and cover all lighted displays and push buttons until necessary corrections by the
Contractor are completed.
8-20.3(13) Illumination Systems
Section 8-20.3(13) is supplemented with following:
Existing illumination shall not be removed until the temporary or new illumination system is
completed and operational. Temporary illumination shall not be removed until the new
permanent illumination system is completed and operational. If an existing street light is in
conflict with construction sequencing, a temporary lighting system shall be installed prior to
removal of the existing street light.
Light Standards shall be erected in accordance with Standard Specifications Section 8-
20.3(4).
The illumination system shall be energized from a single photoelectric cell mounted in the
service cabinet in accordance with City of Renton Standard Detail 122.1. All luminaire fixtures
in the system shall incorporate a block out (shorting cap) for the photocell.
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8-20.3(13)A Light Standards
Section 8-20.3(13)A is supplemented with the following:
Lighting standards shall be fabricated in conformance with the methods and materials
specified on the pre-approved Plans and outlined in the Standard Specifications and these
Special Provisions.
Anchor bolts shall extend through the top heavy-hex nut two full threads to the extent possible
while conforming to the specified slip base clearance requirements. Anchor bolts shall be
tightened by the Turn-Of-Nut Tightening Method in accordance with Standard Specifications
Sections 6-30.3(33) and 8-20.3(4).
Installation of all nuts and bolts shall be performed with proper sized sockets, open end or box
wrenches. Use of pipe wrenches or other tools which can damage the galvanization of the
nuts and bolts will not be permitted. Tools shall be of a sufficient size and strength to achieve
adequate torquing of the nut(s).
The grout pad shall not extend above the elevation of the bottom of the base. The hand hole
shall be located at 90 degrees to the davit arm on the side away from traffic.
A grounding lug or nut shall be provided in the handhole frame or inside the handhole frame
or inside the pole shaft to attach a ground bonding strap.
All poles and davit arms shall be designed to support a luminaire weight of 50 lbs. or more
and to withstand pressures caused by wind loads of 85 MPH with gust factor of 1.3.
All poles shall maintain a minimum safety favor of 4.38 PSI on yield strength of weight load
and 2.33 PSI for basic wind pressure.
Miscellaneous Hardware:
All hardware (bolts, nuts, screws, washers, etc.) needed to complete the installation shall be
stainless steel.
I.D. (identification for poles):
The Contractor shall provide a combination of digits and letters on each pole (per luminaire
schedules on illumination plans), whether individual luminaire or signal pole with luminaire.
The letter and numbers combination shall be mounted at the 15 foot level on the pole facing
approaching traffic. Legends shall be sealed with transparent film, resistant to dust, weather
and ultraviolet exposure. The decal markers shall be either
3 inch square with gothic gold or white reflectorized 2 inch legend on a black
background, or
3 inch square with black 2 inch legend on a white reflective background
The I.D. number will be assigned to each pole at the end of the contract or project by the
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Transportation Maintenance Manager. Cost for the decals shall be considered incidental to
the contract bid
Light standards shall be 6063-T4 aluminum and shall meet the pole detail requirements
indicated below and the detail sheets in the Plans.
The pole shaft shall be provided with a 3” X 5” flush handhole near the base and a matching
metal cover secured with stainless steel screws or bolts.
The pole shall be adjusted for plumb after all needed equipment has been installed thereon.
After pole is installed and plumbed, nuts shall be tightened on anchor bolts using proper sized
sockets, open end, or box wrenches. Use of pliers, pipe wrenches, or other tools that can
damage galvanizing will not be permitted. Tools shall be of sufficient size to achieve adequate
torquing of the nuts. The space between the concrete foundation and the bottom of the pole
base plate shall be filled with a dry pack mortar grout and troweled to a smooth finish
conforming to the contour of the pole base plate.
Dry pack mortar grout shall consist of a 1:3 mixture of potland cement and fine sand with just
enough water so that the mixture will stick together on being molded into a ball by hand, and
will not exclude moisture when so pressed. A one half-inch drain hole shall be left in the bottom
of the grout pad as shown on WSDOT Standard Detail J-28.40-02.
I.D. Tag:
Install I.D. tag on pole and in foundation per City of Renton Standard Plan 139.
8-20.3(14) Signal Systems
8-20.3(14)B Signal Heads
Section 8-20.3(14)B is supplemented with following:
All vehicle and pedestrian signal heads shall be securely covered with opaque (non-
translucent) light colored material between installation and signal turn-on. Signal heads shall
also be completely covered after testing and prior to signal turn-on. Visqueen duct tape shall
not be allowed to secure the covers to the signal heads.
Vehicle heads that are to remain covered for a period AFTER turn-on of the signal, shall be
covered with a heavy, waterproof, opaque canvas, white, yellow, or khaki in color, securable
by braided nylon rope labeled “OUT OF SERVICE”.
The Contractor shall provide and install all new vehicular signal head mounting hardware.
Mounting hardware will provide for a rigid connection between the signal head and mast arm
or pole.
Final position of the signal heads shall be adjusted in the field in the presence of an Engineer.
The bottom housing of a signal face shall conform to the requirements as stated in the current
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approved edition of the MUTCD.
The highest intensity of the red lens in the signal head shall be aimed at a point 4 times the
posted speed limit from the stop bar (measured in linear feet). Final orientation of signal heads
shall be approved by the City Traffic Engineer in the field.
8-20.3(14)E Signal Standards
Section 8-20.3(14)E is supplemented with following:
Traffic signal standards shall be fabricated in conformance with the methods and materials
specified on the pre-approved plans and outlined in the Standard Specifications and these
Special Provisions, Sections 9-29.6(1)B Decorative Signal Poles. All Type II and III signal
standards shall have terminal cabinets and luminaire arm connection as described in 9-
29.6(1)B.
While delivering the poles and arms to the job site and before they are installed, they shall be
transported and stored in a manner that will not inconvenience the public or damage the
surface finish. Poles shall be inspected by the Transportation Maintenance Department prior
to install. Poles shall be unwrapped for visual inspection by contractor prior to inspection.
Once approved poles can be installed. Extreme care shall be taken by the Contractor during
installation and pole erection to avoid damage to the finish.
The poles shall be installed on leveling nuts and washers secured to the anchor bolts and with
locking nuts and washers on the top of the base flange with a minimum of two full threads
extending beyond the locking nut. The side of the shaft opposite the load shall be plumbed by
adjusting the leveling nuts or as otherwise directed by the Engineer. Leveling nuts shall not
be encased I concrete foundation. The space between the concrete base and the bottom of
the pole flange shall be filled with dry pack mortar to completely fill the space under the flange
and be neatly troweled to the contour of the pole flange. A barrier shall be placed around the
anchor bolts to prevent grout from entering the conduits. A plastic drain hose (3/8-inch
diameter) shall be inserted through the mortar to provide the drainage from the interior of the
pole base and be trimmed flush with the interior and exterior surface of the mortar. Dry pack
mortar shall consist of a 1 to 3 mixture of cement and fine sand.
Installation of all nuts and bolts shall be performed with proper sized sockets, open end or box
wrenches. Use of pipe wrenches or other tools which can damage the galvanization of the
nuts and bolts will not be permitted. Tools shall be of a sufficient size and strength to achieve
adequate torqueing of the nut(s).
All welds shall comply with the latest AASHTO Standard Specifications for Structural Supports
for Highway Signs, Luminaires and Traffic Signals. Welding inspection shall comply with
Standard Specifications Section 6-03.3(25)A Welding Inspection.
Hardened washers shall be used with all signal arm-connecting bolts instead of lock washers.
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All signal arm AASHTO M 164 connecting bolts shall be tightened to 40 percent of proof load.
Install a new ID tag on pole and in the foundation per City of Renton Standard Plan 139 (Signal
Pole Foundation and Pole Identification Tag Detail). All pole shafts shall have nut covers or
decorative plate over locking nuts.
8-20.3(14)F Opticom Priority Control Systems
Section 8-20.3(14)F is added as follows:
Emergency preemption detectors shall be installed in a drilled and tapped hole in the top of
the mast arm unless otherwise shown in the Plans. They shall be tightly fitted to point in the
direction shown in the plan view. Lead-in cable back to the controller shall be GTT detector
138 cable, or equivalent, and shall have no splices. All lead-in cables shall be connected to
terminals in the controller cabinet as shown in the wiring diagram. The shields shall be
grounded to the grounding bar. A GPS opticom antenna shall be installed on top of the
luminaire pole that is closest to the signal cabinet.
8-20.3(14)G Terminal Cabinets
Section 8-20.3(14)G is added as follows:
The terminal cabinets shall be mounted on the pole using a 4 inch wide aluminum channel
away from the traffic side, with the bottom of the cabinet above the pedestrian signal heads
where present and in no case less than 8 feet above the ground level. Terminal cabinets shall
be factory finish painted to match signal pole color per Section 6-07 of these Special
Provisions.
8-20.3(14)H Pedestrian Push Button Assembly
Section 8-20.3(14)H is added as follows:
The Contractor shall furnish and field-install complete APS type pedestrian pushbutton
assemblies and signs on the signal poles and all associated equipment in the signal cabinets.
The position and orientation of the pedestrian push buttons shall be located as shown on
Plans; however, final positioning for the optimum effectiveness shall be approved by the
Engineer or Transportation Maintenance Manager.
8-20.3(15) Grout
Section 8-20.3(15) is supplemented with the following:
After the pole is plumbed the space between the concrete foundation and the bottom of the
pole base plate shall be filled with a dry pack mortar grout troweled to a smooth finish
conforming to the contour of the pole base plate. Dry pack mortar grout shall consist of a 1:3
mixture of Portland cement and fine sand with just enough water so that the mixture will stick
together on being molded into a ball by hand and will not exude moisture when so pressed. A
one-half inch drain hole shall be left in the bottom of the grout pad as shown on the standard
detail.
8-20.3(16) Reinstalling Salvaged Material
Section 8-20.3(16) is supplemented with the following:
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Signal Standards
Signal equipment and signs removed from existing signal standards shall be reinstalled on
new decorative signal standards with the same mountings as existing mountings and at
locations shown and noted on the Plans.
Wiring shall be fully restored to new decorative signal standards so that the signal, including
all reinstalled salvage equipment, is fully functional.
8-20.3(17) “As Built” Plans
Section 8-20.3(17) is supplemented with the following:
Upon completion of the construction and prior to the turn-on of any traffic control equipment,
the Contractor shall furnish an “as-built” plans of each intersection showing all signal heads,
pole locations, detectors, junction boxes, miscellaneous equipment, conductors, cable wires
up to the signal controller cabinet, and with a special symbol identifying those items that have
been changed from the original Contract Drawings. All items shall be located within 1-foot
horizontal distance and 6 inches vertical distance above, below, or at the surface.
8-20.3(18) Video Detection System
Section 8-20.3(18) is added as follows:
The permanent video detection system shall consist of the following:
Video cameras, including camera enclosure, filter, sunshield and connector kit.
Camera mount assemblies, including extensions as specified in the Plans.
Video image processors
Remote communications module
9-inch Video Monitor, including cable
Programming devices and/or software
Remote management software
Camera lenses and lens adjustment modules
Surge Suppressor
Coaxial and power cables
All other equipment necessary for a fully operational video detection system.
Cameras shall be mounted at a sufficient height to prevent occlusion from cross traffic. The
Contractor shall provide the camera mounts and cable per these Specifications. The
Contractor shall install the cameras and controller cabinet video camera equipment under the
presence of City of Renton Transportation Maintenance Representative and the
Representative will program the cameras to provide detection. The Contractor shall notify the
Engineer 48 hours in advance of changes that will require reprogramming cameras.
8-20.4 Measurement
Section 8-20.4 is deleted and replaced with the following:
The lump sum Contract price for “Traffic Signal System, Complete – ________”, shall be full
pay for construction of the complete traffic signal system. All items and labor necessary to
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supply, install, and test the conduit, junction boxes, vehicular and pedestrian signal heads,
pedestrian pushbuttons, emergency vehicle preemption, vehicle detection system,
connections with existing conduit and junction boxes, mast arm mounted traffic signs,
restoring facilities destroyed or damaged during construction, salvaging existing materials,
and all other components necessary to make a complete traffic signal system shall be
included within the lump sum measurement. This includes and is not limited to all work
related to the removal of existing signal equipment, the installation of the temporary video
detection system, the installation of the temporary signal system, relocation of temporary
signal equipment (vehicle heads, pre-emption, pedestrian heads, pedestrian push buttons,
video detection) to accommodate construction phasing throughout the project. All costs for
installing signing on signal mast arms or temporary signal installations shall be incidental to
the bid item(s) in this section and no additional compensation will be made. Luminaires and
luminaire arms positioned on signal poles and as shown on the Traffic Signal Plans will be
considered a part of the traffic signal system lump sum measurement. Removal of an
existing signal system or existing signal components shall be included within the lump sum
measurement. After construction is complete, it is Contractor’s responsibility to adjust,
relocate, and reposition all traffic signal heads to their final position as shown on the
Contract Documents, and shall be considered incidental to the lump sum measurement. All
painting of components shall be considered incidental to the lump sum measurement. No
specific unit of measurement shall apply, but measurement will be made for the sum total of
all items to be furnished and installed.
The lump sum Contract price for “RRFB System, Complete – ________”, shall be full pay for
construction of the complete electrical system, as described above and as shown in the
Plans, and herein specified, including excavation and backfilling, concrete foundations,
poles, RRFB light bars, signs, cabinets/enclosures, junction boxes, conduit, wiring, electrical
service cabinets, restoring facilities destroyed or damaged during construction, salvaging
existing materials, and for making all required tests. All additional materials and labor, not
shown in the Plans or called for herein and which are required to complete the electrical
system, shall be included in the lump sum Contract price.
8-20.5 Payment
Section 8-20.4 is deleted and replaced with the following:
“Traffic Signal System, Complete – NE Sunset Boulevard & Edmonds Avenue NE”, per lump
sum.
“RRFB System, Complete – NE Sunset Boulevard”, per lump sum.
Coordination of service connections with Puget Sound Energy and any necessary permits
and fees associated with the service connections shall be considered incidental to the bid
items included in this section and no additional compensation will be made.
All costs for installing junction boxes and conduit containing traffic signal system, illumination
system, and/or RRFB system wiring shall be incidental to the bid items per this section and
Section 8-20.4 and no additional compensation will be made.
All costs for painting shall be incidental and included in the bid items included in this section
and no additional compensation will be made.
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Adjustment of junction boxes shall be incidental and included in the bid items included in this
section and no additional compensation will be made.
Restoration of facilities destroyed or damaged during construction shall be considered
incidental to the bid items included in this section and no additional compensation will be
made.
8-22 PAVEMENT MARKING
8-22.3 Construction Requirements
Section 8-22.3 is supplemented with the following:
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Contractor shall notify the Engineer and request approval of the pre-mark channelization at
least 48 hours prior to placement of pavement markings.
All Pavement markings on concrete intersections shall be permanent pre-formed raised
diamond pattern tape which provides wet reflectivity for all-weather visibility. Thermal plastic
on Asphalt shall contain elements that form highly visible markings when used with compatible
binders under both day and night, dry and wet weather conditions.
Temperature needs to be above 40 degrees and dry for a minimum of 48 hours before any
markings can be applied.
8-22.3(6) Removing Pavement Markings
Section 8-22.3(6) is supplemented with the following:
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Existing pavement markings within the construction limits, including stop bars, traffic arrows,
lane markers, and raised pavement markers shall be removed prior to overlaying the roadway
surface.
All conflicting channelization shall be removed as necessary by sand blasting to install
temporary pavement markings or after the final channelization has been installed.
Removal of existing pavement markings shall be conducted using such methods to prevent
damage to the remaining pavement. The use of chemicals that may be harmful to the
pavement will not be allowed. Damaged pavement shall be replaced at the Contractor's
Section 8-22.3 is supplemented with the following new sub-section:
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8-22.3(7) Painted Curb
The purpose of this section is to provide for curb painting of new curb bulbs and center islands.
The locations of the painting are shown on the Plans and are intended to cover only new curbs
being placed. No painting of existing curbs is anticipated. No curb painting is anticipated at
the northeast corner of the McKnight location.
All requirements of section 8-22 shall apply. Paint shall be applied to extruded curb, or cast
in place curb and gutter, using colors identified on the Plans, at locations shown on the Plans.
Paint shall be applied in such a manner as to completely cover both the vertical face of curb
and top face of curb. Paint may be applied separately to the face of curb and top of curb, but
must provide complete, continuous coverage of the curb from the gutter flow line to the top
back of curb.
For extruded curb, it is not necessary to paint the back of the curb. If the contractor elects to
paint the back of the curb as a means of simplifying application, no additional payment will be
made. In all cases gutter pans, sidewalks, and roadway surfaces in front of curbs shall not
be painted.
The flush curb at the low end of ADA ramps shall not be painted.
Paint may be applied either by sprayer, brush, or roller. Sufficient control of the sprayer or
masking of adjoining surfaces shall be used to prevent paint from being applied either in the
gutter or on finished surfaces behind or in front of the curb. Two applications of paint will be
required to complete painting of curbs.
The Engineer may direct the Contractor to paint additional curbs not identified on the Plans
but within the project limits. If the Engineer directs the Contractor to paint additional curbs not
identified on the Plans, the additional curb painting will be performed by the Contractor at the
Contract unit bid price. Nothing in this section shall be construed to override the requirements
of section 1-04.6 Variation in Estimated Quantities.
8-22.4 Measurement
Section 8-22.4 is modified as follows:
Removal of lines, 4, 8, 18, and 20 inches in width, removal of traffic arrows, traffic letters,
access parking space symbol, HOV lane symbol, railroad crossing symbol, bicycle lane
symbols, drainage markings, aerial surveillance full and ½ markers, yield line symbol, yield
ahead symbol, and speed bump symbol, and removal of crosswalk lines will be measured as
lump sum.
Section 8-22.5 is supplemented as follows:
Shared lane symbols and bicycle detection marking will be measured per each.
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8-22.5 Payment
Section 8-22.5 is supplemented as follows:
“Removing Pavement Markings”, per lump sum
“Plastic Bicycle Detection Marking”, per each
“Plastic Shared Lane Symbol”, per each
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DIVISION 9 – MATERIALS
9-29 ILLUMINATION, SIGNAL, ELECTRICAL
Section 9-29 is supplemented with the following:
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General
All bolts, nuts, washers, and other fasteners shall be stainless steel unless otherwise specified
herein.
Where applicable, all materials, equipment, and installation procedures shall conform to the
current requirements and standards of the State of Washington Department of Labor and
Industries.
9-29.1 Conduit, Innerduct, and Outerduct
Section 9-29.1 is supplemented with the following:
Fiber optic cable conduit shall be supplied as a system from a single manufacturer providing
all of the conduit, all required fittings, termination and other installation accessories; all in
accordance with the Contract Documents.
The conduit PVC - non-metallic shall be of the two types indicated below:
1. Schedule 80 extra heavy wall PVC conforming to ASTM Standards, to be used in all
installations under roadways.
2. Schedule 40 heavy wall PVC conforming to ASTM Standards.
Add the following new section:
9-29.1(10) Conduit Sealing
Conduit Sealing
Cabinet conduit sealing shall be one of the following:
1. Duo-fill 400 – self expanding waterproof foam
2. Jackmoon – Triplex Duct Plugs
3. O-Z Gedney – Conduit Sealing Bushings
Mechanical plugs shall be installed per manufacturer’s recommendations.
9-29.1(1) Rigid Metal Conduit, Galvanized Steel Outerduct, and Fittings
Section 9-29.1(1) is supplemented with the following:
RGS conduit fittings shall be coated with galvanizing repair paint in the same manner as
conduit couplings. Electroplated fittings/couplings are not allowed. Conduit entering concrete
shall be wrapped in 2 inch wide pipe wrap tape with a minimum 1 inch overlap for 12 inch on
each side of the concrete face. The tape shall have a synthetic rubber adhesive with a fungus
inhibitor.
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Surface Mounting Conduit Attachment Components
Unistrut type channel supports and fastening hardware components shall be stainless steel.
Conduit clamps shall be hot-dip, galvanized steel or stainless steel, and shall be one piece,
two bolt units with lock washers. The clamps shall be attached to the unistrut type channel
supports on both sides of the conduit with bolts and associated hardware. The minimum
distance between adjacent clamps and between the clamp and the end of the unistrut type
channel supports shall be one inch. Unistrut type channel supports shall be installed with
stops, which prevent clamps from sliding out of the ends.
9-29.1(10) Directional Boring
Section 9-29.1(10) is added as follows:
If the Contractor elects or is directed to directional bore, bored conduit shall be High Density
Polyethylene (HDPE). All piping system components shall be the products of one
manufacturer. The conduit and fittings shall be free, within commercial tolerances of
objectionable lines, striations, bubbles, welds or other manufacturing defects which would
impair the service of the conduit or fittings. Conduit shall be appropriate for the stress
generated by the selected equipment and field conditions. Bored conduit couplings shall meet
or exceed all ASTM strength and composition standards for the particular type used. All
couplings shall be leak proof. Drilling fluid used for directional boring shall be an inert mixture
of water and bentonite clay conforming to the drilling equipment manufacturer’s
recommendations.
9-29.2 Junction Boxes, Cable Vaults, and Pull Boxes
9-29.2(1) Standard Duty and Heavy-Duty Junction Boxes
9-29.2(1)A Standard Duty Junction Boxes
Section 9-29.2(1)A is supplemented with the following:
Junction boxes shall be reinforced concrete with galvanized steel frame anchored in place
and galvanized steel cover plate with non-slip treatment. Grounding lugs shall be stainless
steel and shall be mechanically and electrically bonded. Junction boxes for copper wire shall
incorporate a locking lid. Junction boxes placed in the sidewalks shall have non-skid lids.
Junction boxes shall be marked for use in accordance with the following schedule:
System Type Legend
Illumination LT
Traffic Signal TS
Interconnect Only ITS
(August 1, 2016 WSDOT GSP)
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Concrete Junction Boxes
Both the slip-resistant lid and slip-resistant frame shall be treated with Mebac#1 as
manufactured by IKG industries, or SlipNOT Grade 3-coarse as manufactured by W.S. Molnar
Co. Where the exposed portion of the frame is ½ inch wide or less the slip-resistant treatment
may be omitted on that portion of the frame. The slip-resistant lid shall be identified with
permanent marking on the underside indicating the type of surface treatment (“M1” for
Mebac#1; or “S3” for SlipNOT Grade 3-coarse) and the year manufactured. The permanent
marking shall be 1/8 inch line thickness formed with a stainless steel weld bead.
Type 1 and Type 2 Junction boxes shall be as noted in the Plans and in conformance with
WSDOT Standard Plan J-40.10.
9-29.2(2) Small Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes
Section 9-29.2(2) is supplemented with the following:
All communication vaults shall be Small Cable Vaults type per WSDOT Standard Plan J-90.21,
shall be reinforced concrete with galvanized steel frame anchored in place and galvanized
steel cover plate (Diamond pattern) and shall include all mounting hardware and racks as
shown in the Standard Plans. Grounding lugs shall be stainless steel and shall be
mechanically and electrically bonded. Slip resistant frame and lid shall be per Section 9-
29.2(1)A per these Special Provisions.
9-29.3 Fiber Optic Cable, Electrical Conductors, and Cable
Section 9-29.3(1) is supplemented with the following:
Fiber optic cable conduit shall be supplied as a system from a single manufacturer
providing
all the conduit, all required fittings, termination and other installation accessories, all in
accordance with the Contract Documents.
An orange trace wire shall be installed in all conduits that contain a fiber optic cable. The
fiber optic cable network shall be single mode, non-zero dispersion shifted, loose tube
fiber capable of supporting both SONET transmission speeds and protocols up to 2.4
GE/s,
and NTSC quality color video applications. Trace wire will need to be in cable or pulled in
conduit with fiber cable.
Install signal controller mounted patch panels for all fiber terminating applications.
Patch panels shall accept SC style connectors.
The Contractor shall provide all necessary tools, consumables, cleaner, mounting
hardware
and other materials required for the complete installation of each patch panel.
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A wiring diagram shall be supplied with each patch panel. The wiring diagram shall identify
the destination of each fiber terminated in the patch panel. The destination information
shall
include at a minimum, an intersection name, cabinet number, patch panel number and
patch
panel port. The wiring diagram shall be placed in a plastic sheet protector next to the patch
panel and a copy submitted to the Project Representative with As-Built drawings. Each
row of
ports in the patch panels shall be labeled with the associated port numbers with the
assumption that the numbers increase from top to bottom or left to right.
The Contractor is responsible for demonstrating the functionality of the installed system
through testing. These tests shall be conducted in accordance with an approved test plan
that
shall cover the key functional requirements of the Work. The Contractor shall, at its cost,
provide suitable test equipment, instruments and labor for the purpose of tests.
The Contractor shall provide sufficient notice of not less than three (3) working days prior
to
the commencement of the first test. The Contractor shall submit with this notice a schedule
of
all tests covered by this notice.
9-29.3(2) Electrical Conductors and Cable
Section 9-29.3(2) is supplemented with the following:
Each wire shall be numbered at each terminal end with a wrap-around type numbering strip
bearing the circuit number shown on the Plans.
The Contractor shall provide and install all the necessary wiring, fuses and fittings so as to
complete the installation of the signal and lighting equipment as shown on the Plans. All
materials and installation methods, except as noted otherwise herein, shall comply with
applicable sections of the National Electrical Code.
Communications cable shall meet REA specification PE-39 and shall have No. 19 AWG wires
with 0.008 inch FPA/MPR coated aluminum shielding. The cable shall have a petroleum
compound completely filling the inside of the cable.
9-29.3(2)H Three-Conductor Shielded Cable
Section 9-29.3(2)H is deleted and replaced with the following:
Three conductor shielded cable (3CS) for the detector circuit for optical fire preemption
receivers shall be Model 138 Opticom cable.
9-29.3(2)J Cable for Vehicle Video Detection Cameras
Section 9-29.3(2)J is added as follows:
Video detection cable shall be Ethernet type and conform to the video detection
manufacturer’s recommendations.
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9-29.6 LIGHT AND SIGNAL STANDARDS
(January 10, 2022, WSDOT GSP)
Section 9-29.6 is supplemented with the following:
Traffic Signal Standards
Traffic signal standards shall be furnished and installed in accordance with the methods
and materials noted in the applicable Standard Plans, pre-approved plans, or special
design plans.
All welds shall comply with the latest AASHTO Standard Specifications for Structural
Supports for Highway Signs, Luminaires and Traffic Signals. Welding inspection shall
comply with Section 6-03.3(25)A Welding Inspection.
Hardened washers shall be used with all signal arm connecting bolts instead of
lockwashers. All signal arm ASTM F 3125 Grade A325 connecting bolts tightening shall
comply with Section 6-03.3(33).
Traffic signal standard types, applicable characteristics, and foundation types are as
follows:
Type PPB
Pedestrian push button posts shall conform to Standard Plan J-20.10 or to one of
the following pre-approved plans:
Fabricator Pre-Approved Drawing No.
Valmont Ind.,
Inc. DB01165 Rev. B (4 sheets)
Ameron Pole
Products
Division
WA15TR10-1 Rev. C (1 sheet) and
WA15TR10-3 Rev. B (1 sheet)
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74514-WA-PED-PPB Rev J (2 sheets)
Foundations shall be as noted in Standard Plan J-20.10
Type PS, Type I, Type RM, and Type FB
Type PS pedestrian signal standards, Type I vehicle signal standards, Type RM
ramp meter signal standards, and Type FB flashing beacon standards shall conform
to Standard Plan J-20.16, J-21.15, J-21.16, and J-22.15 respectively, or to one of
the following pre-approved plans:
Fabricator Pre-Approved Drawing No.
Valmont Ind.,
Inc. DB01165 Rev. B (4 sheets)
Ameron Pole
Products
Division
WA15TR10-1 Rev. C (1 sheet) and
WA15TR10-2 Rev. C (1 sheet)
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Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74514-WA-PED-FB Rev. H (2 sheets)
Millerbernd
Manufacturing
Co.
74514-WA-PED-SB Rev. H (2 sheets)
Foundations shall be as noted in Standard Plan J-21.10.
Type II
Type II signal standards are single mast arm signal standards with no luminaire arm
or extension. Type II standards shall conform to one of the following pre-approved
plans. Maximum arm length (in feet) and wind load (XYZ value, in cubic feet) is
noted for each manufacturer.
Fabricator Pre-Approved
Drawing No.
Max. Arm
Length (ft)
Max. Wind
Load
(XYZ) (ft3)
Valmont Ind.,
Inc.
DB00162 Rev. B (5
sheets) 65 3206
Ameron Pole
Products
Division
WA15TR3724-1
Rev. C
(sheet 1 of 2), and
WA15TR3724-2
Rev. D
(sheet 2 of 2)
65 2935
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74516-WA-TS-II
Rev. L (4 sheets) 65 3697
Foundations shall be as noted in the Plans and Standard Plan J-26.10. Type II
signal standards with two mast arms installed 90 degrees apart may use these pre-
approved drawings. Standards with two arms at any other angle are Type SD and
require special design.
Type III
Type III signal standards are single mast arm signal standards with one Type 1
(radial davit type) luminaire arm. The luminaire arm has a maximum length of 16
feet and a mounting height of 30, 35, 40, or 50 feet, as noted in the Plans. Type III
standards shall conform to one of the following pre-approved plans. Maximum arm
length (in feet) and wind load (XYZ value, in cubic feet) is noted for each
manufacturer. Wind load limit includes a luminaire arm up to 16 feet in length.
Fabricator Pre-Approved Drawing
No.
Max.
Arm
Length
(ft)
Max. Wind
Load
(XYZ) (ft3)
Valmont Ind.,
Inc.
DB00162 Rev. B (5 sheets),
with Type “J” luminaire arm 65 3259
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Ameron Pole
Products
Division
WA15TR3724-1 Rev. C
(sheet 1 of 2), and
WA15TR3724-2 Rev. D
(sheet 2 of 2),
with Series “J” luminaire
arm
65 2988
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74516-WA-TS-III-J Rev. L
(5 sheets) 65 3750
Foundations shall be as noted in the Plans and Standard Plan J-26.10. Type III
signal standards with two mast arms installed 90 degrees apart may use these pre-
approved drawings. Standards with two arms at any other angle are Type SD and
require special design.
Type IV
Type IV strain pole standards shall be consistent with the Plans and Standard Plan
J-27.15 or one of the following pre-approved plans:
Fabricator Pre-Approved Drawing No.
Valmont Ind.,
Inc. DB01167 Rev. B (2 sheets)
Ameron Pole
Products
Division
WA15TR15 Rev. A (2 sheets)
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74554-WA-SP-IV Rev. H (2 sheets)
Foundations shall be as noted in the Plans and Standard Plan J-27.10.
Type V
Type V strain poles are combination strain pole and light standards, with Type 1
(radial davit type) luminaire arms. Luminaire rams may be up to 16 feet in length,
and a mounting height of 40 or 50 feet, as noted in the Plans. Type V strain poles
shall be consistent with the Plans and Standard Plan J-27.15 or one of the following
pre-approved plans:
Fabricator Pre-Approved Drawing No.
Valmont Ind.,
Inc. DB01167 Rev. B (2 sheets),
Ameron Pole
Products
Division
WA15TR15 Rev. A (2 sheets)
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74554-WA-SP-V Rev. J (3 sheets)
Foundations shall be as noted in the Plans and Standard Plan J-27.10.
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Type CCTV
Type CCTV camera pole standards shall conform to Standard Plan J-29.15 or to
one of the following pre-approved plans:
Fabricator Pre-Approved Drawing No.
Valmont Ind.,
Inc. DB01166 Rev. C (4 sheets)
Ameron Pole
Products
Division
WA15CCTV01 Rev. B (2 sheets)
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74577-WA-LC1 Rev. H (2 sheets)
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74577-WA-LC2 Rev. H (2 sheets)
Millerbernd
Manufacturing,
Co.
74577-WA-LC3 Rev. H (3 sheets)
Foundations shall be as noted in the Plans and Standard Plan J-29.10.
Type SD
Type SD signal standards are outside the basic requirements of any pre-defined
signal standard and require special design. All special design shall be based on the
latest AASHTO Standard Specifications for Structural Supports for Highway Signs,
Luminaires and Traffic Signals and pre-approved plans and as follows:
1. A 115 mph wind loading shall be used.
2. The Mean Recurrence Interval shall be 1700 years.
3. Fatigue category shall be III.
Complete calculations for structural design, including anchor bolt details, shall be
prepared by a Professional Engineer, licensed under Title 18 RCW, State of
Washington, in the branch of Civil or Structural Engineering or by an individual
holding valid registration in another state as a civil or structural Engineer.
All shop drawings and the cover page of all calculation submittals shall carry the
Professional Engineer's original signature, date of signature, original seal,
registration number, and date of expiration. The cover page shall include the
contract number, contract title, and sequential index to calculation page numbers.
Two copies of the associated design calculations shall be submitted for approval
along with shop drawings.
Details for handholes and luminaire arm connections are available from the Bridges
and Structures Office.
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Foundations for Type SD standards shall be as noted in the Plans.
9-29.6(1) STEEL LIGHT AND SIGNAL STANDARDS
Add the following new section:
9-29.6(1)A Decorative Signal Poles Type II and III
Section 9-29.6(1)A is added as follows:
Decorative Pole
The decorative steel traffic signal pole shall be capable of supporting one (1) mast arm up
to sixty-five (65) feet in length, or two (2) mast arms up to fifty (50) feet in length, and up
to one (1) luminaire arm, and shall be complete in all respects. No welding will be allowed
at the site at the time of erection. The vertical pole shaft shall be round tapered steel. Multi-
sided poles are not acceptable.
The pole shaft shall consist of a round smooth steel tapered pole, with adequate wall
thickness to meet all design requirements. The vertical section shall be continuous taper
(0.14/ft.) for the entire length without a reducing cone. The pole shaft and mast arm shall
meet ASTM A595 Grade A or Grade 572 specifications, minimum yield 55 KSI. The pole
shall have a base plate meeting ASTM Grade A-36 specifications welded to the pole shaft
per the manufacturer’s recommendations and have four (4) holes at 90 degrees to accept
the properly sized anchor bolts. The pole shall have a 4” x 6” oval handhole located 18”
up from the base plate to the top of the centerline of the handhole and oriented as per
detail in the Signal Pole Specifications sheet. A pressure type grounding nut shall be
welded 180 degrees from the handhole opening. Four (4) galvanized steel anchor bolts
(design to be supplied by pole manufacturer) conforming to ASTM F1554 GR105
specifications shall be provided for each pole complete with two (2) nuts and washers for
each bolt.
Pole top tenon shall be 4 ¼” OD X 11” tall with removable pole top cap.
Decorative Luminaire Arm Assembly
Decorative luminaire arm assembly shall be per City of Renton Std. Plan 117.3.
Pole and its subassemblies shall be painted, including color, per these Special
Provisions, Section 6-07.2 Materials.
9-29.6(1)B Decorative Signal Poles Type I
Section 9-29.6(1)B is added as follows:
Decorative Pole
Decorative signal poles shall be per WSDOT Standard Plan J-21.15 and the Plans.
Decorative Base
The decorative base shall be constructed of cast iron and shall comprise of two (2) parts which
are made in two (2) halves, resembling in design the VISCO OCT6 split base assembly. The
bottom of the base is designed to be assembled around the pole base plate and has a bottom
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dimension of 18" point-to-point. The base is octagonal in design, and the top decorative
section of the base is designed to be assembled around the pole, and shall have a 6" round
I.D. to match the pole, with minimal clearance between base and pole. The overall height of
the base shall be 24” tall. This casting has a removable access door that is positioned to match
the handhole opening in the pole. The access door is secured to the base with two (2) stainless
steel tamper proof machine screws. Each part’s half must bolt together in such a manner that
there remains a minimal vertical seam, and each part is free of voids, porosity, fins and
generally have a smooth sand cast finish.
Pole and its subassemblies color shall be per Section 6-07 of these Special Provisions.
9-29.6(1)C Signal Poles Type PPB
Section 9-29.6(1)C is added as follows:
Type PS signal poles shall be per WSDOT Standard Plan J-20.16.
Pole and its subassemblies shall be painted, including color, per these Special Provisions,
Section 6-07.2 Materials.
9-29.6(1)D Signal Poles Type PS
Section 9-29.6(1)D is a new section:
Type I signal poles shall be per WSDOT Standard Plan J-21.15.
Poles and arms shall be factory galvanized, primed and finish coated as referenced in Section
6-07 of these Special Provisions.
9-29.11(2) Photoelectric Controls
Section 9-29.11(2) is replaced with:
The photo cell to control the system shall be mounted inside the service/contactor cabinet.
The Contractor shall verify, before manufacturing, the photocell window shall not be obscured
by the adjacent cabinets.
Photoelectric controls shall be a plug-in device, rated to operate on 120 volts, 60 Hz. The unit
shall consist of a light sensitive element connected to necessary control relays. The unit shall
be so designed that a failure of any electronic component will energize the lighting circuit.
The photocell shall be a solid state device with stable turn-on values in the temperature range
of -55 degrees C to +70 degrees C. The photocell shall be rated as a ten-year (or higher) life
expectancy.
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9-29.13 Control Cabinet Assemblies
9-29.13(6) Emergency Pre-emption
Section 9-29.13(6) is replaced with the following:
Immediately after a valid call has been received, the preemption controls shall cause the
signals to display the required clearance intervals and subsequent preemption intervals.
Preemption shall sequence as noted in the contract. Preemption equipment shall be installed
so that internal wiring of the controller, as normally furnished by the manufacturer, is not
altered. Termination of the pre-emption sequence shall NOT place a call on all vehicle and
pedestrian phases. Pre-emption indicators, if required, shall turn on when the controller
reaches the pre-empted phase.
Emergency vehicle pre-emption shall be furnished as modules that plug directly into a rack
wired to accept GTT Opticom discriminator type units. The pre-emption system operation
shall be compatible with the 764 GTT company "Opticom" system which the City of Renton is
currently using and shall be capable of being activated by the same transmitters and GPS
Opticom antenna.
Emergency Pre-emption Detection - Infra-Red (I.R.) Type
The optical signal discriminator system shall enable an authorized vehicle to remotely control
traffic control signals from a distance of up to 1800 feet (0.54 kilometers) along an
unobstructed "line of sight" path or within range of the antenna if the vehicle is equipped with
a GPS receiver. The system shall cause the traffic signals controller to move into an
appropriate fire pre-emption program. this optical discriminator shall interface to the 562
software, for field programmability. It shall consist of the following components:
1. Optical energy detectors which shall be mounted on the traffic signal mast arms and
shall receive the optical energy emitter's signal. There shall also be a GPS antenna
on the signal pole located closest to the traffic signal controller cabinet and shall
receive a GPS signal.
2. Discriminators which shall cause the signal controller to go into internal pre-emption
which will give the authorized vehicle the right of way in the manner shown on the
phase sequence diagram.
3. Pre-emption Indicator Lights.
Optical Detector
1. Shall be of solid state construction.
2. Fittings shall meet the specifications of the system manufacturer to facilitate ease of
installation.
3. Shall operate over an ambient temperature range of -40F to +180F (-40C to +85
C).
4. Shall have internal circuitry encapsulated in a semi-flexible compound and shall be
impervious to moisture.
5. Shall respond to the optical energy impulses generated by a pulsed Xenon source with
a pulse energy density of 0.8 micro joule per square meter at the detector, a rise time
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less than one microsecond and half power point pulse width on not less than thirty
microseconds.
GPS Radio Unit Antenna
The Opticom GPS System assists authorized vehicles through signalized intersections by
providing temporary right-of-way through the use of common traffic controller functions. The
GPS receiver with antenna and a 2.4 GHz spread spectrum transceiver with antenna shall be
weather resistant RF energy-emitting Opticom 3100 GPS Radio Unit with installation cable
per manufacturer’s recommendations.
Discriminator
Each module shall do the following:
Shall provide for a minimum of two channels of optical detector input.
Shall provide for a minimum of two discrete channels of optically isolated output.
When a pre-emption detector detects an emergency vehicle, the phase selector shall hold the
controller in the required phase or advance directly to that phase after observing all vehicle
clearances. The phase selector shall hold the controller in the phase selected until the
detector no longer detects the emergency vehicle.
When the phase selector is responding to one detector, it shall not respond to any other
detector until calls from the first detector are satisfied. Indicator lights shall indicate power on,
signal being received, channel called. Switches shall control system power and simulate
detector calls for each phase.
Phase selectors shall be able to validate both IR detectors and GPS enabled receivers.
Emergency Pre-emption Detection – GPS Radio Unit Antenna Type
GPS type emergency pre-emptions system shall be Opticom GPS Priority Control System
and shall consists of:
The compact, weather resistant RF-energy-emitting Opticom Model 3100 GPS Radio
Unit containing a GPS receiver with antenna and a 2.4 GHz spread spectrum
transceiver with antenna.
The Opticom Model 764 Multimode Phase Selector - plug-in, four-channel, dual-
priority, multi-mode encoded signal device (designed for use with both Opticom
infrared system emitters and detectors and Opticom GPS radio/GPS intersection
units). Phase selectors shall be powered from AC mains or 24 VDC and contain their
own internal power supply to support Opticom infrared system detectors and Opticom
GPS radio/GPS units. The radio unit shall be connected to an Opticom™ Model 764
Multimode Phase Selector via an 11-conductor radio/GPS cable.
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Opticom Model 768 Auxiliary Interface Panel (AIP) to interconnect Opticom 764 Phase
Selectors with terminals inside a traffic cabinet and twelve foot cable to connect the
AIP to the Model 764 Phase Selector.
The Opticom Model 1070 GPS Installation Cable consisting of ten (5-pair) color-coded
twisted conductors, a conductive shield and drain, and a black PVC jacket. This cable
shall provide power to the Opticom Radio/GPS unit from the Opticom™ Phase
Selector. The maximum cable distance shall be 250 feet.
9-29.13(7) Wiring Diagrams
Section 9-29.13(7) is modified and supplemented by retaining the first three sentences and
replacing the remainder with:
The controller cabinet shall have a waterproof envelope with a side access attached to the
inside of the cabinet door. The cabinet shall be furnished with (3) complete sets of cabinet
prints. All cabinet wiring, and layout shall come on (1) E1 size sheet, multiple pages shall not
be allowed. Upon request (1) USB memory stick with AutoCAD v2008 cabinet drawing for the
cabinet wiring can be provided direct to the agency.
9-29.13(9) Radio Interference Suppressors
Section 9-29.13(9) is added as follows:
A Cornell-Dubiler radio interference filter NF 10801-1 30 amps or approved equal shall be
used to filter the A.C. power. Additionally, all power supplies shall have noise immunity from
other devices within the cabinet.
9-29.13(10) NEMA, TYPE 170E, 2070 CONTROLLERS AND CABINETS
9-29.13(10)A Auxiliary Equipment for NEMA Controllers
Section 9-29.13.(10)A is revised as follows:
The following auxiliary equipment shall be furnished and installed in each new cabinet for
NEMA traffic-actuated controllers, or as shown on the Plans:
Auxiliary Panel
The cabinet shall include an auxiliary switch panel mounted to the interior side of the police
panel compartment on the cabinet door. The panel shall be secured to the police panel
compartment by (2) screws and shall be hinged at the bottom to allow access to the soldered
side of the switches with the use of only a Phillips screwdriver. Both sides of the panel shall
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be silkscreened. Silk-screening on the backside of the switch panel shall be upside down so
that when the panel is opened for maintenance the silk-screening will be right side up. All of
the switches shall be protected by a hinged see-through Plexiglas cover.
At a minimum the following switches shall be included:
Controller ON/OFF Switch: There shall be a switch that renders the controller and load-
switching devices electrically dead while maintaining flashing operations for purpose
of changing the controller or load-switching devices. The switch shall be a general-
purpose bat style toggle switch with .688-inch long bat.
Signals ON/OFF Switch: There shall be a switch that renders the field signal displays
electrically dead while maintaining controller operation for purpose of monitoring
controller operations. The switch shall be a general-purpose bat style toggle switch
with .688-inch long bat.
Stop Time Switch: There shall be a 3-position switch labeled “Normal” (up), “Off”
(center), and “On” (down). With the switch in the “Normal” position, a stop timing
command shall be applied to the controller by the police flash switch or the MMU
(Malfunction Management Unit). When the switch is in its “Off” position, stop timing
commands shall be removed from the controller. The “On” position shall cause the
controller to stop time. The switch shall be a general-purpose bat style toggle switch
with .688-inch long bat. There shall be a red LED indicator light that illuminates when
stop time is applied.
Technician Flash Switch: There shall be a switch that places the field signal displays
in flashing operation while the controller continues to operate. This flash shall have no
effect on the operation of the controller or MMU. The switch shall be a general-purpose
bat style toggle switch with .688-inch long bat.
Vehicle Test Switches: All eight vehicle phase inputs shall have a 2 position (on, on)
test switch. Switches shall be labeled “On” (up) and “Test” (down). With the switches
in the “On” position normal operations of the vehicle detection. When in the “Test”
position a constant input shall be applied to the controller. The switches shall directly
input a call to the related controller vehicle phase without routing the call through the
detector rack(s) when activated. These switches shall be labeled 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and
8.
Pedestrian Test Switches: All eight pedestrian phase inputs shall have momentary
pushbutton test switches with black caps. The switches shall directly input a call to the
related controller pedestrian phase. These switches shall be labeled 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
and 8.
Police Panel
Behind the police panel door there shall be switches for use by emergency personnel. The
wiring for these switches shall be accessible when the auxiliary panel is open. The following
switches shall be included:
Flash Switch: There shall be a switch for the police that puts the cabinet into flashing
operations. The switch shall have two positions, “Auto” (up) and “Flash” (down). The
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“Auto” position shall allow normal signal operation. The “Flash” position shall
immediately cause all signal displays to flash as programmed for emergency flash and
apply stop time to the controller. When the police flash switch is returned to “Auto”,
stop time shall be removed from the controller except when the MMU has commanded
flash operation. The effect shall be to disable the police panel switch when the MMU
has detected a malfunction and all controller and MMU indications shall be available
to the technician regardless of the position of the police flash switch. The switch shall
be a general-purpose bat style toggle switch with .688-inch long bat.
Cables
All wire cable bundles shall be encased in flex or expandable braided sleeving along their
entire free length.
All SDLC cables shall be terminated on both ends, securely terminated to the SDLC interface
panel with screw type connection and professionally routed in the cabinet interior to easily
reach the load bay, controller, malfunction management unit and detector racks. All SDLC
connectors shall be fully populated with 15 pins each.
Flashing Operation
All cabinets shall be wired to flash for all vehicle channels. Flashing operation shall alternate
between the used vehicle phases 1, 4, 5, 8, OLA, OLD, OLE & OLG and 2, 3, 6, 7, OLB, OLC,
OLF & OLH. Flash programming shall be either red, yellow or no flash simply by changing
wires on the front of the load-bay.
Detector Racks
At a minimum, the cabinet shall be wired to accommodate (32) channels of detection as
follows:
1. One detector rack shall be standard size and support (16) channels of loop detection,
(1) Buss Interface Unit (BIU) and (4) channel of Opticom™ preemption. This rack shall
be capable of using both two channel or four channel detection devices or Opticom™
cards.
2. One detector rack shall be half width size and support (16) channels of loop detection
and one (1) Buss Interface Unit (BIU). This rack shall be capable of using half width
four channel detection devices.
3. The loop cabling shall be connected via a 37-pin DB connector using spring clips. The
Opticom cable shall be connected via a 24-pin connector using locking latches. The
power cable shall be a 6-pin connector. All power wires shall be 18AWG. The
addressing of detector racks shall be accomplished via dipswitches mounted to the
PCB. There shall be the capability to turn off the TS2 status to the BIU for the uses of
TS1 detector equipment via dipswitches mounted to the PCB. There shall be a 34-pin
connector using locking latches that breaks the output from the detector to the input of
the BIU, there shall also be +24VDC and logic ground on this connector. All racks shall
have space at the bottom front for labeling. All racks shall be designed for horizontal
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stacking. Separate racks for detection and preemption are not allowed.
Detection Panel
The detection panel shall support (32) channels of vehicle detection, (4) channels of
emergency vehicle preemption detection, (8) channels of auxiliary emergency vehicle
preemption detection, (8) channels of pedestrian detection and (8) pedestrian returns on a
single panel. The pedestrian call terminal block shall be (2) single row terminals. They shall
be connected by removable buss bars.
The loop wires shall be a 22AWG twisted pair, color coded as follows; channel one brown,
channel two red, channel three orange and channel four yellow. One of the twisted pair wires
of all colors shall have a white tracer and land on the second position terminal of each loop.
The emergency preempt wires shall be color coded as follows; +24VDC orange, preempt
inputs yellow and ground blue.
This panel will be mounted on the left side of the cabinet below the bottom shelf. The panel
shall also include a (19) position solid aluminum, tin plated neutral and ground buss bars with
raised slotted & torque style screws heads. They shall be mounted vertically at the bottom of
the panel.
The Opticom and pedestrian terminal blocks shall be labeled as follows:
Opticom + orange: 5A1, 5B1, 5C1, 5D1
Opticom call yellow: 5A2, 5B2, 5B3, 5B4
Opticom – blue: 5A3, 5B3, 5C3, 5D3
Pedestrian Calls: 714, 724, 734, 744, 754, 764, 774, 784
Pedestrian returns: 715, 725, 735, 745, 755, 765, 775, 785
Power Supply Interface Panel
The power supply interface panel shall include terminations for all the cabinet power supply
inputs and outputs. It shall have a protective plastic cover. This panel shall be mounted on the
left wall of the cabinet.
SDLC Panel
The SDLC panel shall have (12) 15 socket DB connectors mounted to a PCB. The PCB shall
be mounted to an “L” bracket for attaching to cabinet “C” channel. All SDLC cables shall attach
with screw type retainers. There shall be one position with latching blocks to mate with latching
spring blocks. This panel shall be mounted on the left wall of the cabinet between the shelves.
Video Detection Panel
The video detection interface panel shall be the single point interface for video power and
coax cabling. The panel shall have (6) individual coax surge arrestor EDCO CX06-M and 1
amp circuit breaker so that individual cameras can be replaced in the field without disrupting
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the entire video detection system. A 10 position terminal block with #8 screws, to provide
termination for 120VAC and camera 120AC line. A solid aluminum tin plated neutral and
ground buss bar with raised slotted & torque style screw heads shall also be mounted to this
panel.
Service Surge Suppression
The cabinet shall be equipped with an CITEL surge protection device model DS72US-120S/G-
F-ASSM mounted on the power panel. It shall be installed after the main breaker (CB1). The
auxiliary breaker (CB2) shall be wired after the SPD. (1) spare modular cube for the MOV &
GSG circuits shall be supplied with each cabinet. CITEL part numbers DSM70U-210 and
DSM70UG-600.
Power Panel
The power panel shall handle all the power distribution and protection for the cabinet and shall
be mounted in the bottom right side of the facility. All equipment shall be mounted on a 12” x
17” or smaller silkscreened aluminum panel and include at a minimum the following
equipment:
• A 40-amp main breaker shall be supplied. This breaker shall supply power via CITEL
DS72US-120S/G-F-ASSM to the load bay, load switches, auxiliary panel, controller,
MMU, power supply, detector racks, quad & quad ITS smart convenience outlet.
• A 20-amp auxiliary breaker shall supply power to the fan, light and GFI
• A 15-amp auxiliary breaker shall supply power to the ITS compartment power panel.
This breaker shall have its own line in from the service cabinet & not pass through the
UPS equipment or main cabinet SPD.
• A 50-amp, 125 VAC radio interference line filter.
• A normally open, 50-amp, solid-state relay. The relay shall have a green LED light that
is on when energized.
• One see-through Plexiglas cover on stand-offs to protect maintenance personnel from
AC line voltages. It shall cover the top and front of the power panel. With cover on
access to the neutral and ground busses is possible. It shall also cover the utility power
in terminal block. The protective cover shall have a slot to access the field side of said
power block with a standard screwdriver. This shall be removable by loosening screws
but without removing screws.
• Two (19) position solid aluminum, tin plated neutral buss bar with raised slotted &
torque style screw heads.
• One (19) position solid aluminum, tin plated ground buss bar with raised slotted &
torque style screw heads.
Fiber Optic Termination Panel
The cabinet shall come with a 12-port wall mounted fiberoptic termination panel with loaded
duplex single-mode SC coupler plates and splice tray. The panel shall be a Corning SPH-01P
with (1) CCH-CP12-59 coupler plate.
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Ethernet Switch
The RUGGEDCOM is a utility-grade, fully managed Ethernet switch, providing six or eight
ports of Gigabit Ethernet. Six 10/100/1000BaseTX triple speed copper ports are standard. An
additional two Gigabit fiber or copper ports can be added. Provide connections to a cluster of
field devices to a Gigabit Ethernet backbone. Provide two fiber optical Gigabit Ethernet ports
for creating a fiber optical backbone with high noise immunity and long-haul connectivity.
The Ethernet switch shall be a SIEMENS/RuggedCom model RSG910c with (2) 99-25-0100
mini SFP transceivers SM LC 1310nm, 10km distance. The Ethernet switch warrantees shall
be in the name of City of Renton.
The following cables and cords shall be supplied with the Ethernet switch:
• Two single mode patch cords (LC to SC)
• One 16-gauge 3 conductor power adapter
• Four Cat6 patch cables
Malfunction Management Unit (MMU)
The cabinet shall come with a (MMU) that meets all the requirements of NEMA TS2-2003
while remaining downward compatible with NEMA TS1. It shall have (2) high contrast LCD
displays and an internal diagnostic wizard. It shall come with a 10/100 Ethernet port. It shall
come with software to run flashing yellow arrow operation. The MMU shall be an Eberle
Design, Inc. (EDI) model MMU2-16LEip.
Load Switch
The cabinet shall come with (16) load switches. All load switches shall be discreet type and
have LED indications for both the input and output side of the load. The load switches shall
be PDC model SSS-87 I/O.
Flasher
The cabinet shall come with (1) flasher. The flasher shall be discrete type and have LED
indications. The flasher shall be PDC model SSF-87.
Flasher Transfer Relay
The cabinet shall come with (8) heavy duty flash transfer relays. The relays shall be Detrol
Controls model 295.
Bus Interface Unit (BIU)
The cabinet shall come with (4) bus interface units (BIU). These shall meet all the
requirements of NEMA TS-2 1988 standards. In addition, all BIUs shall provide separate front
panel indicator LED’s for DC power status and SDLC Port 1 transmit and receive status. The
(BIU)’s shall be Eberle Design, Inc. (EDI) model BIU-700.
Power Supply (PS)
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The cabinet shall come with a shelf mounted cabinet power supply meeting at minimum TS
2-2003 standards. It shall be a heavy-duty device that provides +12VDC at 5 Amps / +24VDC
at 2 Amps / 12VAC at .25 Amp, and line frequency reference at 50 mA. The power supply shall
provide a separate front panel indicator LED for each of the four outputs. Front panel banana
jack test points for 24VDC and logic ground shall also be provided. The power supply shall
provide 5A of power and be able to cover the load of four (4) complete detector racks. The
(PS) shall be Eberle Design, Inc. (EDI) model PS250.
Detection Processor
Detection processors shall be provided for each video/radar multi-sensor devices in the
intersection. These shall be 2-channel processors that accept (NTSC) or (PAL) signals from
an external video source via BNC type connectors located on the front of the processing unit.
The sensor input shall also facilitate the data from the radar sensor. An LED indicator shall be
provided to indicate the presence of the sensor signal. The LED shall illuminate upon valid
sensor synchronization and turn off when the presence of a valid sensor signal is removed.
One video output shall be provided. The real time video output shall have the capability to
show text and graphical overlays to aid in system setup. The overlays shall display real-time
actuation of detection zones upon vehicle detection or presence. Four (4) open collector
outputs shall be provided. Additionally, the detection processor shall allow the use of extension
modules to provide up to 24 open collector contact closures per camera input. Each open
collector output shall be capable of sinking 30 mA at 24 VDC. Open collector outputs will be
used for vehicle detection indicators as well as discrete outputs for alarm conditions.
The system shall be capable of automatically detecting a low-visibility condition such as fog
and respond by placing all effected detection zones in a constant call mode. A user-selected
alarm output shall be active during the low-visibility condition that can be used to modify the
controller operation if connected to the appropriate controller input modifier. The system shall
automatically revert to normal detection mode when the low-visibility condition no longer
exists.
Placement of detection zones shall be done by using only a pointing device, and a graphical
interface built into the processor and displayed on a video monitor, to draw the detection zones
on the video image from each video camera. No separate computer shall be required to
program the detection zones.
Up to six video detection zones per sensor input shall have the capability to count the number
of vehicles detected. The zone shall also have the capability to calculate and store average
speed and lane occupancy at bin intervals. One radar sensor zone shall also count vehicles,
calculate, and store the average speed and lane occupancy across the approach. In addition
to the count type zone, the processor shall be able to calculate and/or acquire average speed
and lane occupancy using both video and radar sensors.
The processor shall support bicycle type zones where the zone can differentiate between
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motorized vehicles and bicycles, producing a call for one but not the other. Bicycle zone types
shall only output when a bicycle is detected. Larger motorized vehicles such as cars and
trucks that traverse a bicycle zone shall not provide an output. Bicycle zones shall have the
ability to have extensions assigned to individual bicycle zones for applications where the traffic
controller does not have bicycle specific detection inputs. The DP shall provide the ability to
assign a separate output channel for bicycle zones to allow traffic controllers to implement
special bicycle timing for applications where the traffic controller has separate bicycle
detection inputs.
The detection processors shall be an Iteris model EDGE2-2N-PAK.
Remote Communication Module
A rack mount remote communications module shall be provided that allows for remote viewing
and management of detection processor programming zone information via Ethernet
communications. The module shall use MPEG4 or H.264 compression achieving frames rates
up to 30 frames per second. The video input shall be via (4) BNC connectors with a DB15
spider cable. There shall be (4) RJ45 connectors for connection to extension modules, and
(1) RJ45 connector with 10/100TX connection for IP communications.
The remote communications module shall be an Iteris model EDGECONNECT-PAK.
Opticom
The cabinet shall come with (1) 4-channel rack mounted Opticom™ phase selector. This
device shall be capable of receiving encoded signals from Opticom series 700 emitters and
detectors. The Opticom™ phase selectors shall be Global Traffic Technologies model 764.
UPS System
The cabinet shall come with a complete uninterruptable power system (UPS) which shall
include at a minimum a UPS invertor module with SNMP adapter, automatic transfer switch
assembly, batteries, battery cables and a remote battery management system. All other
auxiliary equipment for a complete functioning UPS system shall be included.
UPS Module
The cabinet shall come with (1) FXM 1100W uninterruptible power supply invertor that
supplies clean reliable power control and management. It shall have Automatic Voltage
Regulation (AVR), an Ethernet SNMP interface and a control and power connection panel that
is rotatable for viewing in any vertical or horizontal orientation. It shall have nominal
dimensions of 5.22” x 15.5” x 8.75” and come with mounting brackets. The UPS module shall
be an Alpha model 017-201-23.
UATS/UGTS Assembly
The cabinet shall come with (1) universal automatic transfer switch and universal generator
transfer switch connected between the UPS module and the batteries. It shall have surge
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protection, have dimensions of 3.25” x 15.5” x 6.00” and come with mounting brackets. The
ATS module shall be an Alpha model 020-168-25.
UPS Batteries
The cabinet shall come with (4) high performance silver alloy sealed valve regulated lead acid
AlphaCell™ XTV Gel Cell batteries with 112Ah runtime. The UPS batteries shall be Alpha
model 240XTV.
UPS Battery Harnesses
The cabinet shall come with (1) battery cable (10) foot long wired for (4) batteries. The battery
harness shall be Alpha model 740-628-32.
Battery Management System
The cabinet shall come with a Remote Battery Monitoring System (RBMS)™ battery charge
management system which extends battery operational life. It shall have (4) BS3B01204-EQ
sensors for (4) battery systems and shall be an Alpha model 0370260-002.
UPS Operation LED
The cabinet shall have an externally mounted 24V blue LED lamp which will indicate to City
of Renton personnel when the intersection is under UPS control. The LED needs to be
supplied with the cabinet but will be installed by City of Renton personnel. The LED shall be
a Noark model EX9IL2D6.
9-29.13(10)C NEMA CONTROLLER CABINETS
Section 9-29.13(10)C is supplemented with the following:
The standard traffic signal controller cabinet shall be a NEMA TS2 – Type 1, Western Systems
ITSP+2515509990, with all auxiliary equipment installed.
The traffic signal cabinet(s) built to NEMA TS2 – Type 1 P+ standards shall be supplied in
compliance with Section 9-29.13, Control Cabinet Assemblies of the Standard Specifications
and modified as stated herein:
Cabinet Minimum Requirements
The cabinet shall be completely wired and tested to the 2003 NEMA Traffic Controller
Assemblies specification with NTCIP Requirements Version 02.06 (as amended here in). In
addition, and at a minimum, the following requirements shall be met:
City of Renton traffic signal cabinet specification shall supersede any applicable parts
of the State of Washington, Department of Transportation Standard Specifications and
Standard Plans. This specification shall apply to all controller cabinet types with noted
exceptions.
All items not covered by these specifications shall conform to State of Washington,
Department of Transportation Standard Specifications and Standard Plans. Traffic
signal cabinets shall also comply with NEMA specifications where applicable.
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The controller cabinet shall be furnished and installed by the contractor. The controller cabinet
shall be equipped with all auxiliary equipment and plug-ins required to operate 8 vehicle
phases, 4 pedestrian phases and 4 overlap phases (NEMA TS-2, Type 1). Solid state
switching devices shall conform to the provisions in Section Solid State Switching Devices,"
of these Special Provisions and the following:
The cabinet manufacturer shall have pre-approval by the City of Renton, prior to bid
letting, on any cabinet that they propose to provide to the City. Said pre-approval shall
have been obtained no less than 60 days prior to the closing date of the bid.
The cabinet shall be designed for 16 channel operation where each load switch socket
can be configured for a vehicle phase, pedestrian phase or overlap operation. These
load switch sockets shall be configured in this manner without rewiring the back side
of the load-bay. BIU load switch drivers 1-16 shall be wired to their appropriate load
switch sockets via a terminal block located on the front side of the load bay, to allow
voltage inputs to the load switch sockets to be checked without lowering the load bay.
The cabinet shall be wired for a minimum of (32) channels of detection and (4)
channels of Opticom™ preemption.
The use of PC boards shall not be allowed except in detector racks, SDLC interface
panels or BIU cages.
The use of plug and play modules shall not be allowed, except in detector rack(s).
The cabinet shall be wired to provide a 55-pin “A” connector.
All cabinet 120VAC wires shall be 18AWG or greater, including controller “A” and MMU
“A & B” cables.
The complete cabinet assembly with electronics shall undergo complete input/output
function testing by the manufacturer before being released to the City of Renton.
The wired cabinet facility shall use the latest technology applicable and shall be 100%
compliant with Section 1605 of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009,
requiring the use of American iron, steel and manufactured goods.
The cabinet assembly shall be completely manufactured in the United States of
America.
Cabinet Enclosure
At a minimum the cabinets shall meet the following criteria:
1. It shall have nominal dimensions of 70” height x 44” width x 25.5” depth and meet the
footprint dimensions as specified in Section 7.3, table 7-1 of NEMA TS2 standards for
a Type P cabinet. The cabinet base shall have continuously welded interior mounting
reinforcement plates with the same anchor bolt hole pattern as the footprint
dimensions.
2. Shall be fabricated from 5052-H32 0.125-inch thick aluminum.
3. The cabinet shall be double-flanged where it meets the cabinet door.
4. The top of the cabinet shall be sloped 1” towards the rear to facilitate water runoff. And
shall bend at a 90° angle at the front of the cabinet. Lesser slope angles are not
allowed.
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5. The inside of the cabinet shall have (3) separate compartments:
A. The main compartment shall be accessible from the front door and shall house
the cabinet load facilities and electronics.
B. The UPS compartment shall be accessible from the side door and shall contain
the UPS system batteries. The UPS inverter and transfer switch assemblies
shall be mounted in the UPS compartment but shall be accessible when the
main compartment door is open.
C. The ITS compartment shall be accessible from the upper front door and shall
house ITS equipment, TSP equipment or third-party equipment that is part of
the transportation network but not part of the traffic signal operations.
6. The inside of the cabinet shall utilize C channel rails. (2) channels welded on the back
wall on 25” center and (4) channels welded on each side wall on 08” center with a 02”
gap between sets. The C channel rails on the back wall shall be 48” in length and start
05” from the bottom of the cabinet interior. The C channel rails on the side walls shall
be 48” in length and start 05” from the bottom of the cabinet interior. Adjustable rails
are not allowed.
7. The Cabinet shall be supplied with the following finishes; the interior natural mill finish.
The exterior natural mill finish.
8. All external fasteners shall be stainless steel. Pop rivets shall not be allowed on any
external surface.
9. The front door handle shall be ¾” round stock stainless steel bar. The side door shall
use a recessed hexagonal socket in lieu of a door handle. All door handle mechanisms
shall be interchangeable and field replaceable.
10. The main (front) door shall contain a police door with a conventional police lock. The
main door lock shall be a Best™ CX series green core lock with a deadbolt. The police
door shall be recessed so that it is flush with the main door. Closed-cell neoprene
gasket material shall be bonded to the enclosure door. The gasket shall cover all areas
where the door contacts the double flanged cabinet housing exterior and be thick
enough to provide a watertight seal. A stiffener plate shall be welded across the width
of the inside of the main door to prevent flexing. A bar stop shall be provided that
provides a two-position, three-point stop accommodating open-angles of 90º, 125º,
and 150º. A louvered air entrance located at the bottom of the main door shall satisfy
NEMA rod entry test requirements for 3R ventilated enclosures. Bearing rollers shall
be applied to ends of door latches to discourage metal-on-metal surfaces from rubbing.
The lock assembly shall be positioned so handle does not cause interference with key
when opening the door.
11. The UPS (side) door shall be one-piece construction without any recessed
compartments. The side door lock shall be a Best™ CX series green core lock with a
deadbolt. Closed-cell neoprene gasket material shall be bonded to the enclosure door.
The gasket shall cover all areas where the door contacts the double flanged cabinet
housing exterior and be thick enough to provide a watertight seal. A bar stop shall be
provided that provides a two-position, three-point stop accommodating open-angles of
80º, 100º, and 120º. A louvered air entrance located at the bottom of the side door
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shall satisfy NEMA rod entry test requirements for 3R ventilated enclosures. Bearing
rollers shall be applied to ends of door latches to discourage metal-on-metal surfaces
from rubbing. Lock assembly shall be positioned so handle does not cause
interference with key when opening the door.
12. The ITS (upper front) door shall be one-piece construction without any recessed
compartments. The ITS lock shall be a Best™ CX series green core lock with a tapered
bolt and shall accept the same key as the main door. Closed-cell neoprene gasket
material shall be bonded to the enclosure door. The gasket shall cover all areas where
the door contacts the double flanged cabinet housing exterior and be thick enough to
provide a watertight seal. A bar stop shall be provided that provides a two-position,
three-point stop accommodating open-angles of 90º, 125º, and 150º Closed-cell,
neoprene gaskets shall be bonded to the inside of the cabinet doors. The gaskets shall
cover all areas where the doors contact the double flanged cabinet housing exterior
and be thick enough to provide a watertight seal.
13. A key shall be provided for each cabinet lock.
14. The cabinet shall be equipped with a universal lock brackets capable of accepting
Best™ CX style lock or Corbin #2 tumbler series locks and cyberlock CL-SF03 cores.
6 cyberlock keys shall be provided to the city maintenance shop along with a usb
station, cyber audit web, 6 wall chargers and cleaning brush.
15. The cabinet shall be supplied with one (1) door switch which controls the cabinet
interior lighting circuits.
16. All exterior seams shall be manufactured with a neatly formed continuously weld
construction. The weld for the police door shall be done on the inside of the cabinet
door. All welds shall be free from burrs, cracks, blowholes or other irregularities.
17. The fan baffle panel seams shall be sealed with RTV sealant or equivalent material on
the interior of the cabinet.
18. The cabinet shall be UL listed.
19. The cabinet shall come with lifting ears affixed to the upper exterior of the cabinet.
These ears shall utilize only one bolt for easy reorientation. (The cabinet lifting ears
shall not be used when UPS batteries are installed).
20. The cabinet shall come with two (2) dual-ply Dustlock™ Media polyester, disposable
air filters; and the filter performance shall conform to listed UL 900 Class 2 and conform
to MERV-8 & ASHRAE Standard 52.2-1999. The filter element shall be secured to
louvered entrance on the main and UPS doors with a metal filter cover. The filter and
metal cover shall be secured to entrance on main and UPS doors by two (2)
horizontally-mounted restraints.
21. All cabinet doors shall be mounted with a single continuous stainless steel piano hinge
that runs the length of the door. The hinge shall be attached via stainless steel tamper
resistant bolts.
22. All steel incorporated in the cabinet shell shall be manufactured in the United States
of America.
23. The cabinet enclosure shall be an ITSP+ style Western Systems Part # 3017500080.
24. The cabinet top level wiring/assembly shall be Western Systems Part # 2515509990.
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Labels
A permanent printed thermo vinyl, engraved or silk screened label shall be provided for all
terminals and sockets. Labels shall be legible and shall not be obstructed by cabinet wiring,
panels or cables. All labels shall conform to the designations on the cabinet wiring prints.
Shelves
Cabinet shall come with two (2) 33.25” double beveled shelves 10” deep that are reinforced
welded with V channel, fabricated from 5052-H32 0.125-inch thick aluminum with double
flanged edges rolled front to back. Slotted hole shall be inserted every 7” for the purpose of
tying off wire bundles. The UPS compartment shall come with (4) shelves designed to hold
batteries and capable of supporting 75lbs each.
Cabinet Layout
The shelves shall be populated as follows:
The controller and power supply shall be placed on the bottom shelf. The two (2)
detector racks and malfunction management unit shall be placed on the top shelf.
The roll out drawer shall be mounted under the bottom shelf just left of center.
Load bay shall be mounted on the back wall with 5” of clearance to the bottom of the
cabinet.
The detector panel for all field inputs shall be located on the lower left wall.
The 120VAC video power panel shall be mounted on the left wall above the detector
panel.
The load resistor panel shall be mounted on the lower left wall under the bottom shelf.
The quad 120VAC convenience outlet shall be mounted on the left wall, near the top
shelf.
The quad 120VAC ITS smart convenience outlet shall be mounted on the right wall,
near the top shelf.
The SDLC and power supply interface panels shall be located on the left wall between
the shelves.
The power panel shall be located on the lower right wall.
The Ethernet switch din-rail bracket shall be mounted on the right wall, between the
shelves on the back “C” channel rail set.
Ventilating Fans
The cabinet shall be provided with two (2) finger safe fan mounted on the right and left sides
of the cabinet plenum. The fans shall be thermostatically controlled separately (adjustable
between 4-176° Fahrenheit). Each fan shall have its own circuit consisting of the following
components. The safe touch thermostat, fuse holder and power terminal block(s). These items
shall be din rail mounted on right and left side of cabinet plenum. Each fan shall be on separate
independent circuit and capable of continued independent operation.
Computer Shelf
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A slide-out computer shelf 16” length by 12” width by 2” depth shall be installed below the
middle shelf underneath the controller. The shelf shall be mounted just right of center so that
controller cables will not interfere with the operation of the shelf when equipment is installed.
The shelf shall have a hinged cover that opens from the front and shall be powder-coated
black. It shall be a General Devices Part # VC4080-99-1168. The door when fully extended
shall hold up to 50lbs.
Main Panel Configuration (Load-Bay)
The design of the panel shall conform to NEMA TS2 Section 5, Terminals and Facilities, unless
modified herein. This panel shall be the termination point for the controller unit (CU) MSA,
(MMU) MSA & B cables, bus interface units 1 & 2 (BIU) and field terminal facilities. The
terminal and facilities layout shall be arranged in a manner that allows all equipment in the
cabinet and all screw terminals to be readily accessible by maintenance personnel.
The load-bay shall be fully wired and meet the following requirements:
• The load-bay shall have the following dimensions; constructed from aluminum with a
nominal thickness of 0.125”, a maximum height of 24” and maximum width of 28.5”.
The field terminals width shall be 31.5” including attached wiring bundles.
• The entire assembly shall roll down and provide access to all of the back of panel
wiring. All solder terminals shall be accessible when the load-bay is rolled down. The
assembly shall be able to roll down without requiring other components, cables or
switches to be removed.
• The load-bay shall be designed so that all other cabinet screw terminals are accessible
without removing cabinet electronics.
• All the controller (CU) and malfunction management (MMU) cables shall be routed
through the back of the load-bay so that they will not be subject to damage during
load-bay roll down.
• The top of the load-bay panel shall attach directly to “C” channel rails and detach
without the use of tools or loose hardware for roll down purposes.
• The load-bay shall be balanced such that it will not roll down when the top of the load
bay is detached from the “C” channel, even when fully loaded with BIUs, load switches,
flasher and flash transfer relays.
• The load-bay facility shall be wired for 16 channels. Load switches 1-8 shall be vehicle
phases 1-8; load switches 9-16 shall be overlaps A, B, C, D, E, F, G & H. Overlaps A,
B, C & D shall be pedestrian phases 2, 4, 6 & 8. Load switches 1-16 shall be routed
through a flash transfer relay.
• (16) Load switch sockets in two rows of (8) spaced on 2” center per NEMA TS2 section
5.3.1.2, figure 5-2.
• (8) Flash transfer relay sockets.
• (1) Flasher socket.
• All load switches and flasher shall be supported by a bracket extending at least ½ the
length of the load switch.
• (2) Bus interface unit rack slots for BIU’s 1 and 2. The main panel BIU racks shall be
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left of the load switches, placed vertically with BIU 1 above BIU 2. Both BIU racks shall
have the BIU stop brackets.
• BIU socket wire connections to the PCB shall be via (2) 34 pin connectors with locking
latches.
• All BIU wiring shall be soldered to backside of a screw terminal. All BIU functions shall
be accessible from a screw terminal.
• Wiring for one Type-16 MMU. All MMU wiring shall be soldered to backside of a screw
terminal. All MMU functions shall be accessible from a screw terminal.
• All 24 VDC relays shall have the same base socket, but it shall be different from the
120VAC relays.
• All 120VAC relays shall have the same base socket, but it shall be different from the
24VDC relays. (not applicable to flash transfer relays)
• The cabinet shall have a relay that drops +24VDC to the load switches when the
cabinet is in flash.
• load bay shall have terminals to access the flash circuits 1 and 2.
• The load-bay shall be silkscreened on both sides. Silkscreen shall be numbers and
functions on the front side, and numbers only on the back side. The back side shall
have labels upside down, so when load bay is rolled down labels will be oriented
correctly for maintenance or service personnel.
• The field terminals shall be labeled with 300 series numbers for load-bay wiring
purposes, and 600 & 700 series numbers for termination of field wiring.
Channel Wiring chart:
Red: 611, 621, 631, 641, 651, 661, 671, 681, 7E1, 7F1, 7G1, 7H1, 6A1, 6B1, 6C1,
6D1
Yellow: 612, 622, 632, 642, 652, 662, 672, 682, 7E2, 7F2, 7G2, 7H2, 6A2. 6B2, 6C2,
6D2
Green: 613, 623, 633, 643, 653, 663, 673, 683, 7E3, 7F3, 7G3, 7H3, 6A3, 6B3, 6C3,
6D3
The Don’t Walk, Ped Clearance and Walk indications shall utilize OLE thru OVG field
numbers.
• Field wiring terminations shall be per channel across the bottom of the load-bay. Each
channel shall have 3 terminations corresponding to the appropriate vehicle phase Red,
Yellow and Green. Default wiring shall be left to right vehicle phases 1-8, pedestrian
phases 2, 4, 6 & 8 (overlap channels E, F, G & H) and overlap channels A, B, C & D
following the order of the load switches. Field terminals shall be #10 screw terminal
and be rated for 600V.
• All cable wires shall be terminated. No tie-off of unused terminals will be allowed.
• Shall be 100% manufactured in the United States of America
All wiring shall conform to NEMA TS2 Section 5.2.5 and table 5-1. Conductors shall conform
to military specification MIL-W-16878D, Electrical insulated high heat wire, type B. Conductors
#14 or larger shall be permitted to be UL type THHN. Main panel wiring shall conform to the
following colors and minimum wire sizes:
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Vehicle green load switch output 14 gauge brown
Vehicle yellow load switch output 14 gauge yellow
Vehicle red load switch output 14 gauge red
Pedestrian Don’t Walk switch 14 gauge orange
Pedestrian Walk switch 14 gauge blue
Pedestrian Clearance load switch 14 gauge yellow
Vehicle green load switch input 22 gauge brown
Vehicle yellow load switch input 22 gauge yellow
Vehicle red load switch input 22 gauge red
Pedestrian Don’t Walk input 22 gauge orange
Pedestrian Walk input 22 gauge blue
Pedestrian Clearance input 22 gauge yellow
Logic Ground 18 gauge white with red tracer
+24V DC 18 gauge red with white tracer
+12V DC 18 gauge pink
AC+ Line 14 gauge black
AC- Line 14 gauge white
Earth Ground 16 gauge green
AC line (load bay) 12/14 gauge black
AC neutral (load bay) 12/14 gauge white
Controller A cables 22 gauge blue with the exception of power
wires (AC+ Black, AC- White & Earth Ground
Green) These wires shall be 18AWG
MMU A & B cables 22 gauge orange with the exception of power
wires (AC+ Black, AC- White & Earth Ground
Green Start Delay Relay Common Black,
Normally open Black & Normally Closed
Black) These wires shall be 18AWG
Four conductors will supply alternating current (AC) power to the load switch sockets. The
load switch sockets shall be supplied 1-4, 5-8, 9-12 & 13-16 by each conductor.
The field terminal blocks shall have a screw Type No. 10 post capable of accepting no less
than 3 No. 12 AWG wires fitted with spade connectors. Four (4) 12-position terminal blocks
shall be provided in a single row across the bottom of the main panel. Spade lugs from internal
cabinet wiring are not allowed on field terminal screws. There shall be a second row of four
(4) 12-position terminal blocks with screw type #10 above the field terminal blocks. These
blocks shall operate the flash program. It shall be changeable from the front of the load-bay.
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The power terminal blocks shall have a screw Type No. 10 post capable of accepting no less
than 3 No. 12 AWG wires fitted with spade connectors. One (1) 12-position terminal block and
one (1) 6-position terminal block shall be provided vertically on the right side of the load bay.
The placement of the power terminal block on any other panel shall not be allowed.
All load switches, flasher, and flash transfer relay sockets shall be marked and mounted with
screws. Rivets and clip-mounting is unacceptable.
Wire size 16 AWG or smaller at solder joints shall be hooked or looped around the eyelet or
terminal block post prior to soldering to ensure circuit integrity. All wires shall have lugs or
terminal fittings when not soldered. Lap joint/tack on soldering is not acceptable. All soldered
connections shall be made with 60/40 solder and non-corrosive, non-conductive flux. All wiring
shall be run neatly and shall use mechanical clamps and conductors shall not be spliced
between terminations. Cables shall be sleeved in braided nylon mesh and wires shall not be
exposed.
Load-Bay and Panel Wire Termination
All wires terminated behind the main panel or on the back side of other panels shall be
SOLDERED. No pressure or solder-less connectors shall be used. Printed circuit boards shall
only be used on the load bay where connecting to the bus interface units (BIU).
Cabinet Light Assembly
The cabinet shall have three (3) LED lighting fixtures with 15 high power LEDs. LEDs shall
use a cool white color emitting 300Im min @ 12VDC/750mA. The LED shall be a Rodeo
Electronics TS-LED-05M02. The LED fixture shall be powered by a Mean Well class 2 power
supply LPV-35-12 that shall be mounted on the inside top of the cabinet’s main compartment,
near the front edge. The cabinet light circuit shall be designed so all three LED fixture can be
installed in the cabinet without the need a of a second power supply. The LEDs shall be
attached in the cabinets upper compartment, main compartment, near the front edge & under
the cabinet drawer so that it remains stationary when drawer is extended. An on/off switch
that is turned on when the cabinet door is opened and off when it is closed shall activate the
lighting fixture(s) power supply.
Convenience Outlet
The cabinet shall be wired with one (1) convenience outlet with a ground fault interrupter (GFI),
one (1) quad convenience outlet without ground fault interrupters and one (1) quad ITS smart
convenience outlet without ground fault interrupters. The ground fault outlet (GFI) shall be
mounted on the right side of the cabinet on or near the power panel. The quad convenience
outlet shall be mounted on the left side near the top shelf. The quad ITS smart convenience
outlet shall be mounted on the right side near the top shelf. No outlets shall be mounted on
the door. The GFI power shall be fed through the auxiliary breaker (CB2). The quad & quad
ITS smart convenience outlets shall be fed through the main breaker (CB1).
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9-29.15 FLASHING BEACON CONTROL
(January 7, 2019, WSDOT GSP, Option 1)
Section 9-29.15 is supplemented with the following:
Rapid Flashing Beacons
Rapid Flashing Beacon (RFB) indications shall comply with the dimensional, operational, and
flash pattern requirements of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Interim Approval 21
(IA-21, Conditions 4, 5, and 6, excluding Condition 5f;
https://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov/resources/interim_approval/ia21/index.htm). RFB systems shall
be capable of providing, at a minimum, the following two-channel flashing patterns:
1. NEMA Standard 50-50:
• Channel one is ON and channel two is OFF for 0.5 seconds.
• Channel one is OFF and channel two is ON for 0.5 seconds.
(Cycle repeats; the total flashing pattern cycle length is 1.00 second.)
2. RFB “WW+S” Pattern (IA-21 Condition 5b):
• Channel one is ON and channel two is OFF for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are OFF for 0.05 seconds.
• Channel one is OFF and channel two is ON for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are OFF for 0.05 seconds.
• Channel one is ON and channel two is OFF for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are OFF for 0.05 seconds.
• Channel one is OFF and channel two is ON for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are OFF for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are ON for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are OFF for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are ON for 0.05 seconds.
• Both channels are OFF for 0.25 seconds.
(Cycle repeats; the total flashing pattern cycle length is 0.80 seconds.)
The flashing pattern shall be user-selectable in the field.
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RFB system pushbuttons shall include a locator tone, but shall not include tactile arrows,
speech messages, or vibrotactile indications. RFB system pushbuttons may include speech
message and vibrotactile functionality, provided these features can be deactivated. RFB
system pushbuttons shall use a 9” x 12” R10-25 sign. The R10-25 sign may include integral
yellow warning lights.
9-29.16 VEHICULAR SIGNAL HEADS, DISPLAYS, AND HOUSING
9-29.16(2) Conventional Traffic Signal Heads
Section 9-29.16(2) is supplemented by adding the following:
Vehicular signal heads shall be by McCain, 12 inch lens sizes unless shown otherwise on the
signal Plans.
Each signal head shall have a 1/4 inch drain hole in its base.
Signal heads shall be mounted on the mast arm such that the red indicators lie in the same
plane and such that the bottom of the housing including a back plate of a signal head shall
not be less than 16 feet 6 inches nor more than 18 feet 6 inches above the grade at the center
of the roadway.
9-29.16(2)A Optical Units
Section 9-29.16(2)A has been revised as follows:
GE Light Emitting Diode (LED) light sources are required for all displays.
9-29.16(2)B Signal Housing
The fifth paragraph of Section 9-29.16(2)B has been revised as follows:
Each lens shall be protected with a removable visor. The visor shall be tunnel type unless
noted otherwise in the contract. Tunnel, cap, and cut away type visors shall be made of
aluminum throughout. Visors shall be flat black in color inside and shall be yellow baked
enamel on the outside. Visors shall have attaching ears for installation to the housing door.
The signal display shall have square doors. End caps shall be made from aluminum and shall
be installed with fittings to provide a watertight seal. A bead of silicone sealant shall be applied
around the perimeter of all top end cap openings prior to installation of the end cap assembly.
Plastic end caps shall utilize a threaded stud with seal and wing nut. End caps shall have the
same color as the signal housing.
Modular Signal Sections:
Each Section shall be 13.5” wide by 13.5” tall and 7.0” deep with 2.0” hole top and
bottom that fits 1.5” NPT fittings. Top and bottom of modular signal sections shall not
be curved in shape.
Shall include 72-tooth serrated boss and reinforcing ribs, top and bottom
Shall include Brass threaded inserts for visor attachment (4)
Housings shall have a cast boss for mounting a 5 or 6-position terminal block; one side
of terminal block with fast-on terminals, the other side with screw terminals
The words red, amber, and green shall be cast next to each boss to identify light source
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lead wires
5 or 6-position terminal block shall be installed in center section (1) (alternate mounting
is available)
Shall include stainless steel door roll pins and eye bolt/wing nut assemblies
Shall include integral lugs on the housing and doors with stainless steel roll pins
provide effective door hinges
Shall include weathertight E.P.D.M. rubber door gasket
Shall be capable of supporting visors, back plates, and various mounting hardware
9-29.16(2)C Louvered Visors
Section 9-29.16(2)C has been revised as follows:
Where noted in the Contract, louvered tunnel visors shall be furnished and installed.
Directional louvers shall be constructed to have a snug fit in the signal visor. The outside
cylinder shall be constructed of aluminum, and the louvers shall be constructed of anodized
aluminum painted flat black. Dimensions and arrangement of louvers shall be as shown in the
contract.
9-29.16(2)D Back Plates
Section 9-29.16(2)d has been deleted and replaced with:
Back plates shall be furnished and attached to the signal heads. Back plates shall be 3-S
half-hard aluminum sheet, 0.058-inch minimum thickness, with 5-inch square cut border and
painted black in front and yellow in back. Back plates shall have 1” reflective yellow tape
border.
9-29.16(2)E Painting Signal Heads
Section 9-29.16(2)E has been revised as follows:
Traffic signal heads (vehicle and pedestrian) shall be finished with two coats of factory applied
traffic signal federal yellow baked enamel or shall be finished with a traffic signal federal yellow
oven baked powder coating comprised of resins and pigments. Aluminum end caps and the
back of back plates shall be painted to match the color of the signal housing. The inside of
visors, front of back plates, and louvers shall be finished with two coats of factory applied flat
black enamel.
9-29.17 Signal Head Mounting Brackets and Fittings
Section 9-29.17 is replaced as follows:
Mounting hardware will provide for a rigid connection between the signal head and mast arm.
All mounting hardware will be of the top-mount plumbizer type as shown on the standard
Plans, unless specified otherwise on the Plans.
Vehicle and pedestrian signal head mountings shall be as detailed in the Standard Plans.
Material requirements for signal head mounts are as follows:
Aluminum
1. Arms and slotted tube fittings for Type N mount (temporary signals only).
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2. Tube clamp and female clamp assembly for Type N mount.
Bronze
1. Terminal compartments for Type A, B, C, F, H, and K mounts.
2. Collars for Type C, D, and F mounts.
3. Ell fittings for Type L and LE mounts.
4. Messenger hanger and wire entrance fittings for Type P, Q, R, and S mounts.
5. Balance adjuster for Type Q, R, and S mounts.
Galvanized Steel
1. Washers for Type A, B, C, D, F, H, and K mounts.
2. Fasteners for Type A, B, E, H, and K mounts.
Stainless Steel
1. All set screws and cotter Keys.
2. Bands for Type N mount.
3. Bolt, nut and washers for Type L mount.
4. Bolts, nuts, washers, and screw buckle swivels.
Steel
1. Center pipes, nipples, elbow and tee fittings for Type A, B, C, F, H, and K mounts.
2. Nipples for Type L, LE, and P mounts.
All other miscellaneous hardware shall be stainless steel.
All hardware for mounts shall be painted with two coats of factory applied traffic signal federal
yellow baked enamel.
Pins for messenger hanger fittings shall be a minimum of 1 /2 inch in diameter.
Terminal compartments for Type A, B, C, F, H, and K mounts shall contain a 12 section terminal
block.
All hardware for mounts shall be painted with two coats of factory applied traffic signal Federal
yellow baked enamel.
9-29.18 Vehicle Detector
9-29.18(3) Video Detection System
Section 9-29.18(3) is a new section:
Vehicle Detection System:
The multi-sensor system shall utilize two different sensors of different technologies, video
imaging and radar, to detect and track licensed and unlicensed vehicles at distances over 500
feet (152 meters). The sensor system shall fuse vehicle information from the two sensors to
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provide highly accurate and precise detection for simultaneous stop bar presence detection,
advanced detection, and special or advanced applications.
The multi-sensor system shall use a primary detector rack mounted processor to interface
with the traffic control cabinet. The module shall process information from both video imaging
and radar sensors simultaneously in real-time.
The multi-sensor detection system shall consist of a hybrid video camera/radar sensor,
detection processors (DP) capable of processing from one to two sensors, output extension
modules, surge suppressors, a setup tool, a monitor, and a pointing device.
The system shall include software that detects vehicles in multiple lanes. Video imaging
detection zones shall be defined using only an on-board video menu, a monitor, and a pointing
device to place the zones on a video image. Up to 24 video detection zones per camera view
shall be available. Five additional trigger zones for the radar sensor shall be available and be
configurable by using the same system setup menu on the DP. A separate computer shall not
be required to program the detection zones, but a PC-based setup tool shall be provided free-
of-charge if a user chooses this option for setup. A portable tablet-based setup tool shall be
available for sensor alignment and adjustment of camera’s field of view and focus.
The field hardware shall consist of the following four elements:
a. Video imaging camera sensor
b. Radar sensor
c. Multi-sensor assembly
d. Sensor data combiner
Video Imaging Camera Sensor
The camera enclosure shall include a proportionally controlled Indium Tin Oxide heater design
that maximizes heat transfer to the lens. The output power of the heater shall vary with
temperature, to assure proper operation of the lens functions at low temperatures and prevent
moisture condensation on the optical faceplate of the enclosure. The transparent coating
shall not impact the visual acuity and shall be optically clear.
The camera sensor shall allow the user to set the focus and field of view via Wi-Fi connectivity.
The camera shall produce a useable video image of the bodies of vehicles under all roadway
lighting conditions, regardless of time of day. The minimum range of scene luminance over
which the camera shall produce a useable video image shall be the minimum range from
nighttime to daytime, but not less than the range 1.0 lux to 10,000 lux.
The camera electronics shall include automatic gain control to produce a satisfactory image
at night.
The imager luminance signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) shall be more than 50 dB with the automatic
gain control disabled.
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The imager shall employ three-dimensional dynamic noise reduction (3D-DNR) to remove
unwanted image noise.
The camera imager shall employ wide dynamic range (WDR) technology to compensate for
wide dynamic outdoor lighting conditions. The dynamic range shall be greater than 100 dB.
The camera shall be digital signal processor (DSP) based and shall use a CCD sensing
element and shall output color video with resolution of not less than 550 TV lines. The color
CCD imager shall have a minimum pixel count of 380K (NTSC) / 440K (PAL).
The camera sensor shall include an electronic shutter control based upon average scene
luminance and shall be equipped with an auto-iris lens that operates in tandem with the
electronic shutter. The electronic shutter shall operate between the ranges of 1/4 to 1/10,000 th
second.
The camera sensor shall utilize automatic white balance.
The camera sensor shall include a variable focal length lens with variable focus that can be
adjusted, without opening up the camera housing, to suit the site geometry by means of a
portable interface device designed for that purpose and manufactured by the detection system
supplier.
The horizontal field of view shall be adjustable from 4.6 to 53.6 degrees. This camera
configuration may be used for most detection approaches in order to minimize the setup time.
The lens shall be a 12x zoom lens with a focal length of 3.7mm to 44.0mm. The lens shall
also have an auto-focus feature with a manual override to facilitate ease of setup.
The camera shall incorporate the use of preset positioning that store zoom and focus
positioning information. The camera shall have the capability to recall the previously stored
preset upon application of power.
The camera shall be housed in a weather-tight sealed enclosure conforming to IP-67
specifications. The housing shall allow the camera to be rotated to allow proper alignment
between the camera and the traveled road surface.
The camera enclosure shall be equipped with a sunshield. The sunshield shall include a
provision for water diversion to prevent water from flowing in the camera's field of view. The
camera enclosure shall be designed so that the pan, tilt and rotation of the camera assembly
can be accomplished independently without affecting the other settings.
The glass face on the front of the enclosure shall have an anti-reflective coating to minimize
light and image reflections.
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When mounted outdoors in the enclosure, the camera shall operate in a temperature range
from -30 oF to +165 oF (-34 °C to +74 °C) and a humidity range from 0% to 100% RH.
The camera sensor shall acquire its power from the sensor data combiner.
Recommended camera placement height shall be 18-33 feet (or 6-10 meters) above the
roadway, and over the traveled way on which vehicles are to be detected. For optimum
detection the camera should be centered above the traveled roadway. The camera shall view
approaching vehicles at a distance not to exceed 350 feet (107 meters) for reliable detection
(height to distance ratio of 10:100). Camera placement and field of view (FOV) shall be
unobstructed and as noted in the installation documentation provided by the supplier.
The video signal shall be fully isolated from the camera enclosure and power cabling
A weather-proof protective cover shall be provided to protect all terminations at the camera.
Radar Sensor
The radar sensor shall operate in the 24 GHz frequency band and shall operate on 1 of 7
available enumerated channels that is user selectable.
The radar detection range shall be over 500 feet (152 meters) minimum, +/- 5%.
The radar sensor shall be able to track up to 20 independent objects simultaneously.
Object speed detection shall be within a range of 0 to 150 miles per hour +/- 1.0 miles per
hour (240 km per hour ± 1.5 km per hour).
The radar sensor shall be able to detect vehicles in 1 to 4 traffic lanes.
The radar sensor shall be housed in a weather-tight sealed enclosure conforming to IP-67
specifications. The housing shall allow the radar to be adjusted to allow proper alignment
between the sensor and the traveled road surface.
When mounted outdoors in the enclosure, the radar shall operate in a temperature range from
-30 oF to +165 oF (-34 °C to +74 °C) and a humidity range from 0% to 100% RH.
The radar sensor shall communicate with the sensor data combiner.
The radar sensor shall acquire its power from the sensor data combiner.
Multi-Sensor Assembly
Both camera and radar sensors shall be housed in an overall, single enclosure assembly. The
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overall size of the multi-sensor enclosure shall not exceed 14 inches x 15 inches x 17 inches
(355mm x 380mm x 430mm). The overall weight of the multi-sensor unit shall not exceed 11
pounds (5kg).The maximum power consumption for the multi-sensor assembly shall be less
than 10 watts typical, 20 watts peak.
Sensor Data Combiner
A sensor data combiner that combines sensor information from both video and radar sensors
shall be employed. The sensor data combiner shall supply primary power to each sensor unit
and shall facilitate digital communications between the sensor data combiner and each of the
sensor units.
The sensor data combiner shall communicate with the detection processor using a single coax
cable. Both video imaging and radar data shall use the single coax cable.
The sensor data combiner shall also employ industry standard Wi-Fi connectivity for remote
sensor system setup using a mobile programming device such as a netbook or tablet
computer. Video camera and radar sensor shall be able to be configured independently.
The sensor data combiner shall be housed in a weather-tight sealed enclosure conforming to
IP-67 specifications.
Detection Processor (DP)
Detection processors shall be provided for each video/radar multi-sensor devices in the
intersection. These shall be 2-channel processors that accept (NTSC) or (PAL) signals from
an external video source via BNC type connectors located on the front of the processing unit.
The sensor input shall also facilitate the data from the radar sensor. An LED indicator shall be
provided to indicate the presence of the sensor signal. The LED shall illuminate upon valid
sensor synchronization and turn off when the presence of a valid sensor signal is removed.
One video output shall be provided. The real time video output shall have the capability to
show text and graphical overlays to aid in system setup. The overlays shall display real-time
actuation of detection zones upon vehicle detection or presence. Four (4) open collector
outputs shall be provided. Additionally, the detection processor shall allow the use of extension
modules to provide up to 24 open collector contact closures per camera input. Each open
collector output shall be capable of sinking 30 mA at 24 VDC. Open collector outputs will be
used for vehicle detection indicators as well as discrete outputs for alarm conditions.
The system shall be capable of automatically detecting a low-visibility condition such as fog
and respond by placing all effected detection zones in a constant call mode. A user-selected
alarm output shall be active during the low-visibility condition that can be used to modify the
controller operation if connected to the appropriate controller input modifier. The system shall
automatically revert to normal detection mode when the low-visibility condition no longer
exists.
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Placement of detection zones shall be done by using only a pointing device, and a graphical
interface built into the DP and displayed on a video monitor, to draw the detection zones on
the video image from each video camera. No separate computer shall be required to program
the detection zones.
Up to six video detection zones per sensor input shall have the capability to count the number
of vehicles detected. The zone shall also have the capability to calculate and store average
speed and lane occupancy at bin intervals. One radar sensor zone shall also count vehicles,
calculate, and store the average speed and lane occupancy across the approach. In addition
to the count type zone, the processor shall be able to calculate and/or acquire average speed
and lane occupancy using both video and radar sensors.
The fully functional video detection systems shall be provided and installed by the Contractor.
The Contractor shall submit complete equipment list to the City Engineer for approval prior to
the systems purchase. The video detection system shall be capable of providing presence
vehicle detection and shall be expandable without removing or replacing existing units. All
materials furnished during construction for temporary and permanent detection shall be new,
unused, current production models and shall be items currently in distribution. The video
detection system shall have a minimum 18-month warranty (from the time of permanent
installation) against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship from the date of
shipment. The Contractor shall supply the warranty and all documentation necessary to
maintain and operate the system to the COR Transportation Operations Maintenance
Representative prior to approval of the video detection system by the Transportation
Operations Maintenance Manager.
The Video Detection System shall consist of VECTOR video detection equipment, auxiliary
equipment, cameras, housings, and mounts, and all required mounting hardware, cables,
connectors, and wiring. The video detection camera mounting hardware shall be painted per
Section 6-07 of these Special Provisions. The video detection equipment shall be of the
quantities shown in the Plans, and shall meet the following specifications (The contractor
shall submit to the COR Transportation Operations Maintenance Shop Representative
a detailed summary of video detection equipment prior to placing an order):
Camera and Mounting:
Vantage RZ-4 Advanced WDR color camera with integrated weatherproof housing
The camera mounting hardware shall be Pelco Astro-Brac Extended Tilt & Pan mount with
cable mount and 72 inch tube to be mounted on mast arm. The cable mount shall be suitable
for the mast arm diameter at each camera installation location. The Contractor shall have
approval for the mounting location from the Transportation Operations Maintenance Manager
prior to installation.
Camera and Mounting:
Vantage Vector color camera with video and radar sensor fusion and with integrated
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weatherproof housing.
The camera mounting hardware shall be mounted on a mast arm per manufacturer’s
recommendations. The Contractor shall have approval for the mounting location from the
Transportation Operations Maintenance Manager prior to installation.
Video Detection Board:
Iteris Dual Camera Processor that operable with above Camera model(s)
Monitor Equipment:
Include (1) shelf mounted 9” LCD color monitor and (1) computer optical USB mouse per one
signal cabinet
Modem: Edge Connect Network Modem
Surge Suppression: Each camera assembly shall have a surge suppressor which shall be
installed inside the traffic signal controller cabinet. The surge suppressor shall be an EDCO
CX06-BNCY meeting these specifications:
Peak Surge Current 5Ka
Technology Hybrid, Solid State
Attenuation 0.1dB @ 10 Mhz
Response Time <1 nanosecond
Protection Line to Ground
Clamp Voltage 6 V
Connectors BNC
Impedance 75 ohms
Environmental -40F to 185F
Mechanical 4½" x 1½" x 1¼"
9-29.19 Pedestrian Push Buttons
Section 9-29.19 is replaced by the following:
The Contractor shall furnish and install a fully functioning accessible pedestrian push button
system at locations specified in the Contract Plans. The pedestrian push button system shall
include the following items:
Pedestrian push button assemblies shall be ADA Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS),
Model IN23TN1-Y, by Polara Engineering, Inc.
The push button assemblies shall include the following features:
Operates over a single pair of wires with the option of operating with a pedestrian
head control unit
All PBS wired in parallel, individually assignable to any phase
16 buttons can operate on a single iCCU (dependent on power requirements and
wire runs)
All sounds are synchronized
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4 Locate Tone selectable options
13 Walk Sound selectable options, 3 of them custom options
7 Clearance Sound selectable options
Walk, Clearance, and Don’t Walk sounds automatically adjust to ambient
Separate ambient response settings for Locate Tone (for quiet ambient conditions)
Most sounds have independent Min/Max settable limits
Button vibrates during Walk
Button push confirmed by latching LED, tactile bounce, and audible “wait” sound
Extended button push can boost volume for next Walk and Clearance
Direction of travel message with extended button push, capable
Extended Push Priority: mutes all but selected crosswalk, capable
Extended Push activation settings: 0-6 second range, 0.5 second increments
Beaconing and Ping Pong features available
Select audio messages, change settings, and perform firmware updates wirelessly
using iOS (9.0+) or Android (5.0+) devices, or a Windows PC with Polara’s Bluetooth
Dongle
Built in health/event logging feature, up to 1000 events
False walk detection: four independent checks
External speaker option at time of order
External button input for bike lanes, horses, etc.
9”x15” Hi-Intensity Retroreflective MUTCD R10-3e 800H-84 countdown sign (per
WSDOT Standard Plan J-20.26)
One Shelf Mount Central Control Unit shall be provided and installed in the traffic controller
cabinet per intersection as an interface between the signal controller and the pedestrian push
button stations. The Shelf Mount iNTELLIGENT CENTRAL CONTOL UNIT, Model iCCU-S2,
by Polara Engineering, Inc., shall:
Designed to site on a shelf, and interfaces to traffic cabinet either through the Polara
cable assembly, or a SDLC cable
Support full bidirectional Bus Interface Unit (BIU) capability allow the control unit to get
interval timing information and place calls to the traffic controller directly through the
SDLC interface the power supply and signaling interface between the existing
intersection Traffic Control Unit and the Push Button Stations installed on the
intersection include one (1) Custom Cable Harness cable assembly with all cables 12-
feet long for double wide cabinets
Accommodate up to 16 push button stations
Support SDLC communication in TS1 and TS2 cabinets
Include a front panel with a backlit LCD for displaying system status information
Perform setup functions via Ethernet or Wi-Fi/Bluetooth using a PC, iPhone or iPad
Provide free apps for both Windows PCs (Windows 7 or higher) and iOS (8.0 or higher)
devices.
Supports multiple configurations, with ability to change operational features based on
time of day
Include a built in conflict monitoring system that monitors pedestrian push button
stations and pedestrian signal head lights and powers off in the event of a conflict
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Include health log data capture that is downloadable and contains extensive
status/fault reporting
Support remote monitoring over Ethernet
Include an Ethernet port for communication
Include a USB port
Include the Interconnect Board, Model iN2-ICB, for termination of field wiring
intersection/field button
Include two (2) SDLC Cables, Model iN2-SDLC-CABLE, a standard 6-feet long SDLC
cable
Include a three (3) year manufacturer limited warranty
Include one (1) power cable for 120VAC, 60Hz, 5A
9-29.20 Pedestrian Signals
9-29.20(1) LED Pedestrian Displays
Section 9-29.20(1) is supplemented with the following:
The pedestrian signal shall be hand/man with a countdown feature. The hand and man and
countdown symbols shall have a uniform appearance; individual LEDs shall not be visible.
The hand and man symbols shall be on the left side superimposed and the countdown symbol
on the right side and shall comply with the latest MUTCD requirements.
The countdown feature shall allow countdown time to remain stored internally, even when
power is removed for extended periods of time, shall automatically adjust to traffic controller
interval changes and the symbol shall be minimum 9 inches high.
The housing shall be 18 inches and the face shall have z-crates.
Except as noted in the following pre-approved list of this section, samples of each item shall
be submitted to the Engineer for approval.
9-29.24 Service Cabinets
Section 9-29.24 is replaced by the following:
The electrical service cabinet shall be per the City Standard Plan 122.1 and 122.2 the breaker
configuration shall be per the panel schedule as shown on the Plans. All electrical conductors,
buss bars and conductor terminals shall be copper or brass. The cabinet shall be fabricated
from aluminum with mill finish. Door hinges shall be the continuous concealed piano type and
no screws, rivets or bolts shall be visible outside the enclosure. The cabinet door shall be
fitted for a Best internal type lock. The cabinet shall have ventilation louvers on the lower and
upper sides complete with screens, filters and have rain tight gaskets. The cabinet door shall
have a one piece weather proof neoprene gasket.
9-29.24(2) Electrical Circuit Breakers and Contactors
Section 9-29.24(2) is deleted and replaced with the following:
The electrical circuit breakers and contactors shall be as indicated on the contract Plans and
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detail sheets. The following equipment shall be featured within the cabinet.
1. Main circuit breaker 200 AMP
2. Branch circuit breakers
3. Utility plug (120 volt-20 Amp rated) G.F.I. Type
4. Light control test switch (120 volt-15 Amp)
5. Contactor relay for each circuit
6. Double pole branch breaker(s) for lighting circuits (240 volt)
7. One 120 volt, 20 Amp single pole branch breaker (for utility plugs)
8. Type 3-single phase 120/240 volt grounded neutral service
9. One 120 volt 40 Amp single pole branch breaker (signal service)
10. Complete provisions for 16 breaker poles
11. Name plates phenolic black with white engraving except the main breaker which shall
be red with white lettering. All name plates shall be attached by S.S. screws.
12. Meter base sections are unnecessary
9-29.25 Amplifier, Transformer, and Terminal Cabinets
Section 9-29.25 is supplemented as follows:
The terminal box shall be weather tight, have a single door with continuous hinge on one side
and screw hold-downs on the door locking side. All hardware will be stainless steel. All
mounting hardware shall be stainless steel and shall be incidental to the unit price of terminal
box.
Terminal blocks shall be 600V heavy duty, barrier type. Each terminal shall be separated by
a marker strip. The marker strip shall be permanently marked with the circuit number indicated
in the Plans. Each connector shall be a screw type with No. 10 post capable of accepting no
less than 3 #12 AWG wires fitted with spade tips.
Interconnect splice tower cabinets shall be Type F, with nominal dimensions of 22" high x 13"
wide x 11" deep and constructed of cast aluminum and fitted with a Best internal lock.
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City of Renton
Contract Provisions for
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APPENDICES
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Contract Provisions for
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APPENDIX A. WAGE RATES
Washington State Prevailing Wage Rates
Supplemental to Wage Rates
Benefit Code Key
Fringe Benefit Calculation Policy
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Policy Statement
(Regarding the Production of "Standard" or "Non-standard" Items)
Below is the department's (State L&I's) list of criteria to be used in determining whether a
prefabricated item is "standard" or "non-standard". For items not appearing on WSDOT's
predetermined list, these criteria shall be used by the Contractor (and the Contractor's
subcontractors, agents to subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, and fabricators) to
determine coverage under RCW 39.12. The production, in the State of Washington, of
non-standard items is covered by RCW 39.12, and the production of standard items is not.
The production of any item outside the State of Washington is not covered by RCW 39.12.
1. Is the item fabricated for a public works project? If not, it is not subject to RCW 39.12.
If it is, go to question 2.
2. Is the item fabricated on the public works jobsite? If it is, the work is covered under
RCW 39.12. If not, go to question 3.
3. Is the item fabricated in an assembly/fabrication plant set up for, and dedicated
primarily to, the public works project? If it is, the work is covered by RCW 39.12. If not,
go to question 4.
4. Does the item require any assembly, cutting, modification or other fabrication by the
supplier? If not, the work is not covered by RCW 39.12. If yes, go to question 5.
5. Is the prefabricated item intended for the public works project typically an inventory
item which could reasonably be sold on the general market? If not, the work is covered
by RCW 39.12. If yes, go to question 6.
6. Does the specific prefabricated item, generally defined as standard, have any unusual
characteristics such as shape, type of material, strength requirements, finish, etc? If yes,
the work is covered under RCW 39.12.
Any firm with questions regarding the policy, WSDOT's Predetermined List, or for
determinations of covered and non-covered workers shall be directed to State L&I at (360)
902-5330.
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WSDOT's
Predetermined List for
Suppliers - Manufactures - Fabricator
Below is a list of potentially prefabricated items, originally furnished by WSDOT to
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, that may be considered non-
standard and therefore covered by the prevailing wage law, RCW 39.12. Items marked
with an X in the "YES" column should be considered to be non-standard and therefore
covered by RCW 39.12. Items marked with an X in the "NO" column should be
considered to be standard and therefore not covered. Of course, exceptions to this
general list may occur, and in that case shall be evaluated according to the criteria
described in State and L&I's policy statement.
ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO
1. Metal rectangular frames, solid metal covers, herringbone grates,
and bi-directional vaned grates for Catch Basin
Types 1, 1L, 1P, and 2 and Concrete Inlets. See Std. Plans X X
2. Metal circular frames (rings) and covers, circular grates,
and prefabricated ladders for Manhole Types 1, 2, and 3,
Drywell Types 1, 2, and 3 and Catch Basin Type 2. X X
See Std. Plans
3. Prefabricated steel grate supports and welded grates,
metal frames and dual vaned grates, and Type 1, 2, and
3 structural tubing grates for Drop Inlets. See Std. Plans. X X
4. Concrete Pipe - Plain Concrete pipe and reinforced
concrete pipe Class 2 to 5 sizes smaller than 60 inch diameter. X X
5. Concrete Pipe - Plain Concrete pipe and reinforced
concrete pipe Class 2 to 5 sizes larger than 60 inch diameter. X X
6. Corrugated Steel Pipe - Steel lock seam corrugated
pipe for culverts and storm sewers, sizes 30 inch
to 120 inches in diameter. May also be treated, 1 thru 5. X X
7. Corrugated Aluminum Pipe -Aluminum lock seam corrugated
pipe
for culverts and storm sewers, sizes 30 inch to 120 inches in X X diameter. May also be treated, #5.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO
8. Anchor Bolts & Nuts -Anchor Bolts and Nuts, for
mounting sign structures, luminaries and other items, shall be
made from commercial bolt stock. X X See Contract Plans and Std. Plans for size and material type.
9. Aluminum Pedestrian Handrail - Pedestrian handrail
conforming to the type and material specifications set forth in
the
contract plans. Welding of aluminum shall be X X
in accordance with Section 9-28.14(3).
10. Major Structural Steel Fabrication - Fabrication of major steel
items such as trusses, beams, girders, etc., for bridges. X X
11. Minor Structural Steel Fabrication - Fabrication of minor steel
Items such as special hangers, brackets, access doors for
structures, access ladders for irrigation boxes, bridge expansion
joint systems, etc., involving welding, cutting, punching and/or X boring of holes. See Contact Plans for item description and X
shop
drawings.
12. Aluminum Bridge Railing Type BP - Metal bridge railing
conforming to the type and material specifications set forth
in the Contract Plans. Welding of aluminum shall be in X X accordance with Section 9-28.14(3).
13. Concrete Piling--Precast-Prestressed concrete piling for use as
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and 70 ton concrete piling. Concrete to conform to X Section 9-19.1 of Std. Spec.. X
14. Precast Manhole Types 1, 2, and 3 with cones, adjustment X sections and flat top slabs. See Std. Plans. X
15. Precast Drywell Types 1, 2, and with cones and adjustment
Sections. X See Std. Plans. X
16. Precast Catch Basin - Catch Basin type 1, 1L, 1P, and 2
With adjustment sections. See Std. Plans. X X
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ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO
17. Precast Concrete Inlet - with adjustment sections,
See Std. Plans X X
18. Precast Drop Inlet Type 1 and 2 with metal grate supports.
See Std. Plans. X X
19. Precast Grate Inlet Type 2 with extension and top units.
See Std. Plans X X
20. Metal frames, vaned grates, and hoods for Combination
Inlets. See Std. Plans X X
21. Precast Concrete Utility Vaults - Precast Concrete utility vaults
of
various sizes. Used for in ground storage of utility facilities and
controls. See Contract Plans for size and construction X X requirements. Shop drawings are to be provided for approval
prior to casting
22. Vault Risers - For use with Valve Vaults and Utilities
X X X Vaults.
23. Valve Vault - For use with underground utilities. X See Contract Plans for details. X
24. Precast Concrete Barrier - Precast Concrete Barrier for
use as new barrier or may also be used as Temporary Concrete
Barrier. Only new state approved barrier may be used as X X permanent barrier.
25. Reinforced Earth Wall Panels – Reinforced Earth Wall Panels in
size and shape as shown in the Plans. Fabrication plant has
annual approval for methods and materials to be used.
See Shop Drawing.X X Fabrication at other locations may be approved, after facilities
inspection, contact HQ. Lab.
26. Precast Concrete Walls - Precast Concrete Walls - tilt-up wall
panel in size and shape as shown in Plans. X Fabrication plant has annual approval for methods and materials X
to be used
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ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO
27. Precast Railroad Crossings - Concrete Crossing Structure
Slabs. X X
28. 12, 18 and 26 inch Standard Precast Prestressed Girder –
Standard Precast Prestressed Girder for use in structures.
Fabricator plant has annual approval of methods and materials
to
be used. Shop Drawing to be provided for approval prior to X X
casting girders.
See Std. Spec. Section 6-02.3(25)A
29. Prestressed Concrete Girder Series 4-14 - Prestressed Concrete
Girders for use in structures. Fabricator plant has annual
approval
of methods and materials to be used. Shop Drawing to be X X provided for approval prior to casting girders.
See Std. Spec. Section 6-02.3(25)A
.
30. Prestressed Tri-Beam Girder - Prestressed Tri-Beam Girders for
use in structures. Fabricator plant has annual approval of
methods and materials to be used. Shop Drawing to be
provided X X for approval prior to casting girders.
See Std. Spec. Section 6-02.3(25)A
31. Prestressed Precast Hollow-Core Slab – Precast Prestressed
Hollow-core slab for use in structures. Fabricator plant has
annual
approval of methods and materials to be used. Shop Drawing to X X be provided for approval prior to casting girders.
See Std. Spec. Section 6-02.3(25)A.
32. Prestressed-Bulb Tee Girder - Bulb Tee Prestressed Girder for
use in structures. Fabricator plant has annual approval of
methods and materials to be used. Shop Drawing to be
provided X X for approval prior to casting girders.
See Std. Spec. Section 6-02.3(25)A
33. Monument Case and Cover X See Std. Plan. X
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ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO
34. Cantilever Sign Structure - Cantilever Sign Structure
fabricated from steel tubing meeting AASHTO-M-183. See Std.
Plans, and Contract Plans for details. The steel structure X shall be galvanized after fabrication in accordance with X
AASHTO-M-111.
35. Mono-tube Sign Structures - Mono-tube Sign Bridge
fabricated to details shown in the Plans. Shop drawings for X approval are required prior to fabrication. X
36. Steel Sign Bridges - Steel Sign Bridges fabricated from steel
tubing meeting AASHTO-M-138 for Aluminum Alloys.
See Std. Plans, and Contract Plans for details. The steel
structure X X shall be galvanized after fabrication in accordance
with AASHTO-M-111.
37. Steel Sign Post - Fabricated Steel Sign Posts as detailed in Std
Plans. Shop drawings for approval are to be provided prior to X X
fabrication
38. Light Standard-Prestressed - Spun, prestressed, hollow
concrete poles. X X
39. Light Standards - Lighting Standards for use on highway
illumination systems, poles to be fabricated to conform with
methods and materials as specified on Std. Plans. See Specia X X Provisions for pre-approved drawings.
40. Traffic Signal Standards - Traffic Signal Standards for use on
highway and/or street signal systems. Standards to be
fabricated X to conform with methods and material as specified on Std. X
Plans.
See Special Provisions for pre-approved drawings
41. Precast Concrete Sloped Mountable Curb (Single and
DualFaced) X X
See Std. Plans.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO
42. Traffic Signs - Prior to approval of a Fabricator of Traffic Signs,
the sources of the following materials must be submitted and
approved for reflective sheeting, legend material, and
aluminum X X X X sheeting.
NOTE: *** Fabrication inspection required. Only signs tagged
"Fabrication Approved" by WSDOT Sign Fabrication Inspector
to be installed
Std Custom Signing Message Message
43. Cutting & bending reinforcing steel X X
44. Guardrail components X X X X
Custom ,m Standard
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45. Aggregates/Concrete mixes Covered by
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46. Asphalt Covered by
WAC 296-127-0 18
47. Fiber fabrics X X
48. Electrical wiring/components X X
49. treated or untreated timber pile X X
50. Girder pads (elastomeric bearing) X X
51. Standard Dimension lumber X X
52. Irrigation components X X
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ITEM DESCRIPTION YES NO
53. Fencing materials X X
54. Guide Posts X X
55. Traffic Buttons X X
56. Epoxy X X
57. Cribbing X X
58. Water distribution materials X X
59. Steel "H" piles X X
60. Steel pipe for concrete pile casings X X
61. Steel pile tips, standard X X
62. Steel pile tips, custom X X
Prefabricated items specifically produced for public works projects that are prefabricated in a
county other than the county wherein the public works project is to be completed, the wage for
the offsite prefabrication shall be the applicable prevailing wage for the county in which the actual
prefabrication takes place.
It is the manufacturer of the prefabricated product to verify that the correct county wage rates are
applied to work they perform.
See RCW 39.12.010
(The definition of "locality" in RCW 39.12.010(2) contains the phrase "wherein the physical work is being performed." The department
interprets this phrase to mean the actual work site.
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WSDOT's List of State Occupations not applicable to Heavy and
Highway Construction Projects
This project is subject to the state hourly minimum rates for wages and fringe benefits in
the contract provisions, as provided by the state Department of Labor and Industries.
The following list of occupations, is comprised of those occupations that are not normally
used in the construction of heavy and highway projects.
When considering job classifications for use and / or payment when bidding on, or building
heavy and highway construction projects for, or administered by WSDOT, these
Occupations will be excepted from the included "Washington State Prevailing Wage Rates
For Public Work Contracts" documents.
Building Service Employees
Electrical Fixture Maintenance Workers
Electricians - Motor Shop
Heating Equipment Mechanics
Industrial Engine and Machine Mechanics
Industrial Power Vacuum Cleaners
Inspection, Cleaning, Sealing of Water Systems by Remote Control
Laborers - Underground Sewer & Water
Machinists (Hydroelectric Site Work)
Modular Buildings
Playground & Park Equipment Installers
Power Equipment Operators - Underground Sewer & Water
Residential *** ALL ASSOCIATED RATES ***
Sign Makers and Installers (Non-Electrical)
Sign Makers and Installers (Electrical)
Stage Rigging Mechanics (Non Structural)
The following occupations may be used only as outlined in the preceding text concerning
"WSDOT's list for Suppliers - Manufacturers - Fabricators"
Fabricated Precast Concrete Products
Metal Fabrication (In Shop)
Definitions for the Scope of Work for prevailing wages may be found at the Washington
State Department of Labor and Industries web site and in WAC Chapter 296-127.
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Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Policy Statements
(Regarding Production and Delivery of Gravel, Concrete, Asphalt, etc.)
WAC 296-127-018 Agency filings affecting this section
Coverage and exemptions of workers involved in the production and delivery of
gravel, concrete, asphalt, or similar materials.
(1) The materials covered under this section include but are not limited to: Sand, gravel,
crushed rock, concrete, asphalt, or other similar materials.
(2) All workers, regardless of by whom employed, are subject to the provisions of
chapter 39.12 RCW when they perform any or all of the following functions:
(a) They deliver or discharge any of the above-listed materials to a public works project
site:
(i) At one or more point(s) directly upon the location where the material will be
incorporated into the project; or
(ii) At multiple points at the project; or
(iii) Adjacent to the location and coordinated with the incorporation of those materials.
(b) They wait at or near a public works project site to perform any tasks subject to this
section of the rule.
(c) They remove any materials from a public works construction site pursuant to
contract requirements or specifications (e.g., excavated materials, materials from
demolished structures, clean-up materials, etc.).
(d) They work in a materials production facility (e.g., batch plant, borrow pit, rock quarry,
etc.,) which is established for a public works project for the specific, but not necessarily
exclusive, purpose of supplying materials for the project.
(e) They deliver concrete to a public works site regardless of the method of
incorporation.
(f) They assist or participate in the incorporation of any materials into the public works
project.
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(3) All travel time that relates to the work covered under subsection (2) of this section
requires the payment of prevailing wages. Travel time includes time spent waiting to load,
loading, transporting, waiting to unload, and delivering materials. Travel time would
include all time spent in travel in support of a public works project whether the vehicle is
empty or full. For example, travel time spent returning to a supply source to obtain another
load of material for use on a public works site or returning to the public works site to obtain
another load of excavated material is time spent in travel that is subject to prevailing wage.
Travel to a supply source, including travel from a public works site, to obtain materials for
use on a private project would not be travel subject to the prevailing wage.
(4) Workers are not subject to the provisions of chapter 39.12 RCW when they deliver
materials to a stockpile.
(a) A "stockpile" is defined as materials delivered to a pile located away from the site
of incorporation such that the stockpiled materials must be physically moved from the
stockpile and transported to another location on the project site in order to be incorporated
into the project.
(b) A stockpile does not include any of the functions described in subsection (2)(a)
through (f) of this section; nor does a stockpile include materials delivered or distributed
to multiple locations upon the project site; nor does a stockpile include materials dumped
at the place of incorporation, or adjacent to the location and coordinated with the
incorporation.
(5) The applicable prevailing wage rate shall be determined by the locality in which the
work is performed. Workers subject to subsection (2)(d) of this section, who produce such
materials at an off-site facility shall be paid the applicable prevailing wage rates for the
county in which the off-site facility is located. Workers subject to subsection (2) of this
section, who deliver such materials to a public works project site shall be paid the
applicable prevailing wage rates for the county in which the public works project is located.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 39.12 RCW, RCW 43.22.051 and 43.22.270. 08-24-101, §
296-127-018, filed 12/2/08, effective 1/2/09. Statutory Authority: Chapters 39.04 and 39.12
RCW and RCW 43.22.270. 92-01-104 and 92-08-101, § 296-127-018, filed 12/18/91 and
4/1/92, effective 8/31/92.]
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Overtime Codes
Overtime calculations are based on the hourly rate actually paid to the worker. On public works projects, the hourly rate
must be not less than the prevailing r ate of wage minus the hourly rate of the cost of fringe benefits actually provided for
the worker.
1. ALL HOURS WORKED IN EXCESS OF EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY OR FORTY (40) HOURS PER WEEK SHALL BE
PAID AT ONE AND ONE-HALF TIMES THE HOURLY RATE OF WAGE.
B. All hours worked on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on
Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
C. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first ten (10) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All other overtime hours and all hours worked on
Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
D. The first two (2) hours before or after a five-eight (8) hour workweek day or a four-ten (10) hour workweek day and
the first eight (8) hours worked the next day after either workweek shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly
rate of wage. All additional hours worked and all worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly
rate of wage.
E. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first eight (8) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All other hours worked Monday through Saturday,
and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
F. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first ten (10) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All other overtime hours worked, except Labor Day,
shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on Labor Day shall be paid at three times the hourly
rate of wage.
G. The first ten (10) hours worked on Saturdays and the first ten (10) hours worked on a fifth calendar weekday in a four-
ten hour schedule, shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked in excess of ten
(10) hours per day Monday through Saturday and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double
the hourly rate of wage.
H. All hours worked on Saturdays (except makeup days if work is lost due to inclement weather conditions or equipment
breakdown) shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked Monday through
Saturday over twelve (12) hours and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate
of wage.
I. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall also be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
J. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first ten (10) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked over ten (10) hours Monday through
Saturday, Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
K. All hours worked on Saturdays and Sundays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours
worked on holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
M. All hours worked on Saturdays (except makeup days if work is lost due to inclement weather conditions) shall be paid
at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double
the hourly rate of wage.
N. All hours worked on Saturdays (except makeup days) shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage.
All hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
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1. O. The first ten (10) hours worked on Saturday shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours
worked on Sundays, holidays and after twelve (12) hours, Monday through Friday and after ten (10) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
P. All hours worked on Saturdays (except makeup days if circumstances warrant) and Sundays shall be paid at one and
one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
Q. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and up to ten (10) hours worked on
Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked in excess of ten (10)
hours per day Monday through Saturday and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays (except Christmas day) shall
be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on Christmas day shall be paid at two and one-half times
the hourly rate of wage.
R. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at two times the hourly rate of wage.
U. All hours worked on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on
Sundays and holidays (except Labor Day) shall be paid at two times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on
Labor Day shall be paid at three times the hourly rate of wage.
V. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays (except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas day) shall be paid at one and
one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas day shall be paid at
double the hourly rate of wage.
W. All hours worked on Saturdays and Sundays (except make-up days due to conditions beyond the control of the
employer)) shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on holidays shall be paid
at double the hourly rate of wage.
X. The first four (4) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first twelve (12) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly r ate of wage. All hours worked over twelve (12) hours Monday
through Saturday, Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. When holiday falls on
Saturday or Sunday, the day before Saturday, Friday, and the day after Sunday, Monday, shall be considered the
holiday and all work performed shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
Y. All hours worked outside the hours of 5:00 am and 5:00 pm (or such other hours as may be agreed upon by any
employer and the employee) and all hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours per day (10 hours per day for a 4 x 10
workweek) and on Saturdays and holidays (except labor day) shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate
of wage. (except for employees who are absent from work without prior approval on a scheduled workday during the
workweek shall be paid at the straight-time rate until they have worked 8 hours in a day (10 in a 4 x 10 workweek) or
40 hours during that workweek.) All hours worked Monday through Saturday over twelve (12) hours and all hours
worked on Sundays and Labor Day shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
Z. All hours worked on Saturdays and Sundays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All
hours worked on holidays shall be paid the straight time rate of pay in addition to holiday pay.
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2. ALL HOURS WORKED IN EXCESS OF EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY OR FORTY (40) HOURS PER WEEK SHALL BE
PAID AT ONE AND ONE-HALF TIMES THE HOURLY RATE OF WAGE.
B. All hours worked on holidays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly r ate of wage.
F. The first eight (8) hours worked on holidays shall be paid at the straight hourly rate of wage in addition to the holiday
pay. All hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours on holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
M. This code appears to be missing. All hours worked on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the
hourly rate of wage.
O. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage.
R. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays and all hours worked over sixty (60) in one week shall be paid at double
the hourly rate of wage.
U. All hours worked on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked
over 12 hours in a day or on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
3. ALL HOURS WORKED IN EXCESS OF EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY OR FORTY (40) HOURS PER WEEK SHALL BE
PAID AT ONE AND ONE-HALF TIMES THE HOURLY RATE OF WAGE.
F. All hours worked on Saturday shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on
Sunday shall be paid at two times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on paid holidays shall be paid at two and
one-half times the hourly rate of wage including holiday pay.
H. All work performed on Sundays between March 16th and October 14th and all Holidays shall be compensated for at
two (2) times the regular rate of pay. Work performed on Sundays between October 15th and March 15th shall be
compensated at one and one half (1-1/2) times the regular rate of pay.
J. All hours worked between the hours of 10:00 pm and 5:00 am, Monday through Friday, and all hours worked on
Saturdays shall be paid at a one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays
shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
K. Work performed in excess of eight (8) hours of straight time per day, or ten (10) hours of straight time per day when
four ten (10) hour shifts are established, or forty (40) hours of straight time per week, Monday through Friday, or
outside the normal 5 am to 6pm shift, and all work on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly
rate of wage. All work performed after 6:00 pm Saturday to 5:00 am Monday and Holidays, and all hours worked in
excess of twelve (12) hours in a single shift shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
After an employee has worked eight (8) hours at an applicable overtime rate, all additional hours shall be at the
applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break of eight (8) hours or more. When an employee
returns to work without at least eight (8) hours time off since their previous shift, all such time shall be a continuation
of shift and pa id at the applicable overtime rate until he/she shall have the eight (8) hours rest period.
4. ALL HOURS WORKED IN EXCESS OF EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY OR FORTY (40) HOURS PER WEEK SHALL BE
PAID AT ONE AND ONE-HALF TIMES THE HOURLY RATE OF WAGE.
A. All hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours per day or forty ( 40) hours per week shall be paid at double the hourly
rate of wage. All hours worked on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
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4. C. On Monday through Friday, the first four (4) hours of overtime after eight (8) hours of straight time work shall be
paid at one and one half (1-1/2) times the straight time rate of pay, unless a four (4) day ten (10) hour workweek has
been established. On a four (4) day ten (10) hour workweek scheduled Monday through Thursday, or Tuesday
through Friday, the first two (2) hours of overtime after ten (10) hours of straight time work shall be paid at one and
one half (1-1/2) times the straight time rate of pay. On Saturday, the first twelve (12) hours of work shall be paid at
one and one half (1-1/2) times the straight time rate of pay, except that if the job is down on Monday through Friday
due to weather conditions or other conditions outside the control of the employer, the first ten (10) hours on Saturday
may be worked at the straight time rate of pay. All hours worked over twelve (12) hours in a day a nd all hours worked
on Sunday and Holidays shall be paid at two (2) times the straight time rate of pay.
D. All hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours per day or forty (40) hours per week shall be paid at double the hourly
rate of wage. All hours worked on Saturday, Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of pay. Rates
include all members of the assigned crew.
EXCEPTION:
On all multipole structures and steel transmission lines, switching stations, regulating, capacitor stations, generating
plants, industrial plants, associated installations and substations, except those substations whose primary function is
to feed a distribution system, will be paid overtime under the following r ates:
The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday of overtime on a regular workday, shall
be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours in excess of ten (10) hours will be at two (2) times
the hourly rate of wage. The first eight (8) hours worked on Saturday w ill be paid at one and one-half (1-1/2) times
the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours on Saturday, and all hours worked on Sundays
and holidays will be at the double the hourly rate of wage.
All overtime eligible hours performed on the above described work that is energized, shall be paid at the double the
hourly rate of wage.
E. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first eight (8) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All other hours worked Monday through Saturday,
and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
On a four-day, ten-hour weekly schedule, either Monday thru Thursday or Tuesday thru Friday schedule, all hours
worked after ten shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. The Monday or Friday not utilized in the normal four-
day, ten hour work week, and Saturday shall be paid at one and one half (1½) times the regular shift rate for the first
eight (8) hours. All other hours worked Monday through Saturday, and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays
shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
G. All hours worked on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked
Monday through Saturday over twelve (12) hours and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at
double the hourly rate of wage.
I. The First eight (8) hours worked on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All
hours worked in excess of eight (8) per day on Saturdays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. All hours
worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
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4. J. The first eight (8) hours worked on a Saturday shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All
hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours on a Saturday shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. All hours
worked over twelve (12) in a day, and all hours worked on Sundays and Holidays shall be paid at double the hourly
rate of wage.
K. All hours worked on a Saturday shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage, so long as Saturday
is the sixth consecutive day worked. All hours worked over twelve (12) in a day Monday through Saturday, and all
hours worked on Sundays and Holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
L. The first twelve (12) hours worked on a Saturday shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All
hours worked on a Saturday in excess of twelve (12) hours shall be paid at double the hourly rate of pay. All hours
worked over twelve (12) in a day Monday through Friday, and all hours worked on Sundays shall be paid at double
the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on a holiday shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage,
except that all hours worked on Labor Day shall be paid at double the hourly rate of pay.
U. The first four (4) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first twelve (12) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. (Except on makeup days if work is lost due to inclement
weather, then the first eight (8) hours on Saturday m ay be paid the regular rate.) All hours worked over twelve (12)
hours Monday through Saturday, and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly
rate of wage.
V. Work performed in excess of ten (10) hours of straight time per day when four ten (10) hour shifts are established or
outside the normal shift (5 am to 6pm), and all work on Saturdays, except for make-up days shall be paid at time and
one-half (1 ½) the straight time rate.
In the event the job is down due to weather conditions, then Saturday m ay, be worked as a voluntary make-up day a t
the straight time rate. However, Saturday shall not be utilized as a make-up day w hen a holiday falls on Friday. All
work performed on Sundays and holidays and work in excess of twelve (12) hours per day shall be paid at double (2x)
the straight time rate of pay.
After an employee has worked eight (8) hours at an applicable overtime rate, all additional hours shall be at the
applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break of eight (8) hours.
When an employee returns to work without a break of eight (8) hours since their previous shift, all such time shall be
a continuation of shift and paid at the applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break of eight
(8) hours.
W. All hours worked on Saturdays (except makeup days if work is lost due to inclement weather conditions) shall be paid
at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double
the hourly rate of wage.
When an employee returns to work without at least eight (8) hours time off since their previous shift, all such time
shall be a continuation of shift and paid at the applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break
of eight (8) hours.
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4. X. All hours worked on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on
Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. Work performed outside the normal shift of 6
am to 6pm shall be paid at one and one-half the straight time rate, (except for special shifts or three shift operations).
All work performed on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. Shifts may be established
when considered necessary by the Employer.
The Employer may establish shifts consisting of eight (8) or ten (10) hours of work (subject to WAC 296-127-022),
that shall constitute a normal forty (40) hour work week. The Employer can change from a 5-eight to a 4-ten hour
schedule or back to the other. All hours of work on these shifts shall be paid for at the straight time hourly rate. Work
performed in excess of eight hours (or ten hour s per day (subject to WAC 296-127-022) shall be paid at one and one-
half the straight time rate.
When due to conditions beyond the control of the Employer, or when contract specifications require that work can
only be performed outside the regular day shift, then by m utual agreement a special shift may be worked at the straight
time rate, eight (8) hours work for eight (8) hours pay. The starting time shall be arranged to fit such conditions of
work.
When an employee returns to work without at a break of eight (8) hours since their previous shift, all such time shall
be a continuation of shift and paid at the applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break of
eight (8) hours.
Y. Work performed in excess of eight (8) hours of straight time per day, or ten (10) hours of straight time per day when
four ten (10) hour shifts are established, or forty (40) hours of straight time per week, Monday through Friday, or
outside the normal shift, and all work on Saturdays shall be paid at time and one-half the straight time rate. All work
performed after 6:00 pm Saturday to 6:00 am Monday and holidays shall be paid at double the straight time rate of
pay.
Any shift starting between the hours of 6:00 pm and midnight shall receive an additional one dollar ($1.00) per hour
for all hours worked that shift.
After an employee has worked eight (8) hours at an applicable overtime rate, all additional hours shall be at the
applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break of eight (8) hours or more.
11. ALL HOURS WORKED IN EXCESS OF EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY OR FORTY (40) HOURS PER WEEK SHALL BE
PAID AT ONE AND ONE-HALF TIMES THE HOURLY RATE OF WAGE.
B After an employee has worked eight (8) hours, all additional hours worked shall be paid at the applicable overtime
rate until such time as the employee has had a break of eight (8) hours or more.
C The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first eight (8) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All other overtime hours worked, except Labor Day,
and all hours on Sunday shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. All hours worked on Labor Day shall be paid
at three times the hourly rate of wage. All non-overtime and non-holiday hours worked between 4:00 pm and 5:00
am, Monday through Friday, shall be paid at a premium rate of 15% over the hourly rate of wage.
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11. D. All hours worked on Saturdays and holidays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours
worked on Sundays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
After an employee has worked eight (8) hours, all additional hours worked shall be paid at the applicable overtime
rate until such time as the employee has had a break of eight (8) hours or more.
E. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday, the first ten (10) hours on Saturday, and
the first ten (10) hours worked on Holidays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All hours
worked over ten (10) hours Monday through Saturday, and Sundays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
After an employee has worked eight (8) hours, all additional hours worked shall be paid at the applicable overtime
rate until such time as the employee has had a break of eight (8) hours or more.
F. The first two (2) hours after eight (8) regular hours Monday through Friday and the first eight (8) hours on Saturday
shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage. All other hours worked Monday through Saturday,
and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
On a four-day, ten-hour weekly schedule, either Monday thru Thursday or Tuesday thru Friday schedule, all hours
worked after ten shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage. The Monday or Friday not utilized in the normal four-
day, ten hour work week, and Saturday shall be paid at one-half times the hourly rate of wage for the first eight (8)
hours. All other hours worked Monday through Saturday, and all hours worked on Sundays and holidays shall be paid
at double the hourly rate of wage.
G. Work performed in excess of eight (8) hours of straight time per day, or ten (10) hours of straight time per day when
four ten (10) hour shifts are established, or forty (40) hours of straight time per week, Monday through Friday, or
outside the normal 5 am to 6pm shift, and all work on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly
rate of wage.
All work performed after 6:00 pm Saturday to 5:00 am Monday and Holidays, and all hours worked in excess of
twelve (12) hours in a single shift shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
After an employee has worked eight (8) hours at an applicable overtime rate, all additional hours shall be at the
applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break of nine (9) hours or more. When an employee
returns to work without at least nine (9) hours time off since their previous shift, all such time shall be a continuation
of shift and paid at the applicable overtime rate until he/she shall have the nine (9) hours rest period.
H. Work performed in excess of eight (8) hours of straight time per day, or ten (10) hours of straight time per day when
four ten (10) hour shifts are established, or forty (40) hours of straight time per week, Monday through Friday, or
outside the normal 5 am to 6pm shift, and all work on Saturdays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly
rate of wage.
All work performed after 6:00 pm Saturday to 5:00 am Monday and Holidays, and all hours worked in excess of
twelve (12) hours in a single shift shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
After an employee has worked eight (8) hours at an applicable overtime rate, all additional hours shall be at the
applicable overtime rate until such time as the employee has had a break of ten (10) hours or more. When an employee
returns to work without at least ten (10) hours time off since their previous shift, all such time shall be a continuation
of shift and paid at the applicable overtime rate until he/she shall have the ten (10) hours rest period.
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11. I. On Monday through Friday, the first four (4) hours of overtime after eight (8) hours of straight time work shall be
paid at one and one half (1-1/2) times the straight time rate of pay, unless a four (4) day ten (10) hour workweek has
been established. On a four (4) day ten (10) hour workweek scheduled Monday through Thursday, or Tuesday
through Friday, the first two (2) hours of overtime after ten (10) hours of straight time work shall be paid at one and
one half (1-1/2) times the straight time rate of pay.
On Saturday, the first twelve (12) hours of work shall be paid at one and one half (1-1/2) times the straight time rate
of pay. All work performed after 6:00 pm Saturday to 5:00 am Monday, all work performed over twelve (12) hours,
and all work performed on holidays shall be paid at double the straight time rate of pay.
Any shift starting between the hours of 6:00 pm and midnight shall receive an additional two dollar ($2.00) per hour
for all hours worked that shift.
J. All hours worked on holidays shall be paid at double the hourly rate of wage.
K. On M onday through Friday hours worked outside 4:00 am and 5:00 pm, and the first two (2) hours after eight (8)
hours worked shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate. All hours worked over 10 hours per day
Monday through Friday, and all hours worked on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays worked shall be paid at double
the hourly rate of wage.
L. An employee working outside 5:00 am and 5:00 pm shall receive an additional two dollar ($2.00) per hour for all
hours worked that shift. A ll hours worked on holidays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of
wage. All hours worked on holidays shall be paid at one and one-half times the hourly rate of wage.
Holiday Codes
5. A. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday a fter
Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day (7).
B. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday a fter
Thanksgiving Day, the day before Christmas, and Christmas Day (8).
C. Holidays: New Year's Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the
Friday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8).
D. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday and
Saturday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8).
H. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Day after Thanksgiving Day,
And Christmas (6).
I. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
(6).
J. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving Day,
Christmas Eve Day, And Christmas Day ( 7).
K. Holidays: New Year’s Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day,
Friday After Thanksgiving Day, The Day Before Christmas, And Christmas Day (9).
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6. L. Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Day, Friday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8).
N. Hol idays: New Year's Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day,
Thanksgiving Day, The Friday After Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day ( 9).
P. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday A nd Saturday
After Thanksgiving Day, The Day Before Christmas, And Christmas Day (9). If A Holiday Falls On Sunday, The
Following Monday Shall Be Considered As A Holiday.
Q. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas
Day (6).
R. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day A fter
Thanksgiving Day, One-Half Day Before Christmas Day, And Christmas Day. (7 1/2).
S. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day,
And Christmas Day (7).
Z. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, the
Friday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8).
G. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day,
Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Da y, Christmas Day, and Christmas Eve
Day (11).
H. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, New Year’s Eve Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Day, Friday A fter Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, The Day A fter Christmas, And A Floating H oliday (10).
T. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Thanksgiving Day, The Friday A fter Thanksgiving Day, The Last Working Day Before Christmas Day, And
Christmas Day (9).
Z. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (7). If a holiday falls on Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be
considered as the holiday. If a holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday shall be considered as the
holiday.
7. A. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday and
Saturday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8). Any H oliday Which Falls On A Sunday Shall Be Observed
As A Holiday On The Following Monday. If any of the listed holidays falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall
be a regular work day.
B. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday and
Saturday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as
a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday which falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the
preceding Friday.
C. Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8). Any holiday which falls on a Sunday shall be
observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday
on the preceding Friday.
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7. D. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day,
the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8). Unpaid Holidays: President’s Day. Any paid holiday
which falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any paid holiday which falls on a
Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
E. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (7). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on
the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
F. Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, the last working day before Christmas day and Christmas day (8). Any holiday w hich falls on a
Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be
observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
G. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
(6). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday.
H. Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Day, the Friday a fter Thanksgiving Day, the Last Working Day before Christmas Day a nd Christmas Day (9). Any
holiday which falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on
a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
I. Holidays: New Year's Day, President’s Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, The
Friday A fter Thanksgiving Day, The Day Before Christmas Day A nd Christmas Day (9). Any holiday w hich falls on
a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be
observed as a holiday on t he preceding Friday.
J. Holidays: New Year's Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day (6).
Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich
falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
K. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday a nd Saturday after
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on
the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
L. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving D ay, the Last Work Day
before Christmas Day, And Christmas Day (7). Any holiday which falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday
on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding
Friday.
N. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (7). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on
the following Monday. When Christmas falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be observed as a holiday.
P. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday a fter
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (7). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on
the following Monday.
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7. Q. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, the Last Working Day before Christmas Day a nd Christmas Day (8). Any holiday which falls on
a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. If any of the listed holidays falls on a Saturday, the
preceding Friday shall be a regular work day.
S. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, the Day after Christmas, and A Floating Holiday (9). If any of the listed holidays
falls on a Sunday, the day observed b y the Nation shall be considered a holiday and compensated accordingly.
V. Holidays: New Year's Day, President’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving D ay,
the Friday after Thanksgiving D ay, Christmas Day, the day before or after Christmas, and the day before or after New
Year’s Day. If any of the above listed holidays falls on a Sunday, the day observed by the Nation shall be considered
a holiday and compensated accordingly.
W. Holidays: New Year's Day, Day A fter New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, the day a fter Christmas, the day before
New Year’s Day, and a Floating Holiday.
X. Holidays: New Year's Day, Day before or after New Year’s Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day,
Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and the day before or after
Christmas day. If a holiday falls on a Saturday or on a Friday that is the normal day off, then the holiday will be taken
on the last normal workday. If the holiday falls on a Monday that is the normal day off or on a Sunday, then the holiday
will be taken on the next normal workday.
Y. Holi days: New Year's Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the
Friday after Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. (8) If the holiday falls on a Sunday, then the day observed by the
federal government shall be considered a holiday and compensated accordingly.
G. New Year's Day, Washington’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, The
Friday A fter Thanksgiving Day, the last scheduled workday before Christmas, and Christmas Day ( 9). If any of the
listed holidays falls on a Sunday, the day observed by the Nation shall be considered a holiday and compensated
accordingly.
H. Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Day, the Friday a fter Thanksgiving Day, the Last Working Day before Christmas Day a nd Christmas Day (9). Any
holiday which falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on
a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
I. Holidays: New Year's Day, President’s Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, The
Friday A fter Thanksgiving Day, The Day Before Christmas Day A nd Christmas Day (9). Any holiday w hich falls on
a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be
observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
J. Holidays: New Year's Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day (6).
Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich
falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
K. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday a nd Saturday after
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (8). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on
the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding Friday.
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7. L. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving D ay, the Last Work Day
before Christmas Day, And Christmas Day (7). Any holiday which falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday
on the following Monday. Any holiday w hich falls on a Saturday shall be observed as a holiday on the preceding
Friday.
N. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (7). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on
the following Monday. When Christmas falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be observed as a holiday.
P. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, And Christmas Day (7). Any holiday w hich falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on
the following Monday.
Q. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, the Last Working Day before Christmas Day a nd Christmas Day (8). Any holiday which falls on
a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. If any of the listed holidays falls on a Saturday, the
preceding Friday shall be a regular work day.
S. Paid Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, the Day after Christmas, and A Floating Holiday (9). If any of the listed holidays
falls on a Sunday, the day observed by the Nation shall be considered a holiday and compensated accordingly.
V. Holidays: New Year's Day, President’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving D ay,
the Friday after Thanksgiving D ay, Christmas Day, the day before or after Christmas, and the day before or after New
Year’s Day. If any of the above listed holidays falls on a Sunday, the day observed by the Nation shall be considered
a holiday and compensated accordingly.
W. Holidays: New Year's Day, Day A fter New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving
Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, the day after Christmas, the day before
New Year’s Day, and a Floating Holiday.
X. Holidays: New Year's Day, Day before or after New Year’s Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day,
Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and the day before or after
Christmas day. If a holiday falls on a Saturday or on a Friday that is the normal day off, then the holiday will be taken
on the last normal workday. If the holiday falls on a Monday that is the normal day off or on a Sunday, then the holiday
will be taken on the next normal workday.
Y. Holidays: New Year's Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the
Friday after Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. (8) If the holiday falls on a Sunday, then the day observed by the
federal government shall be considered a holiday and compensated accordingly.
15. G. New Year's Day, Washington’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, The
Friday After Thanksgiving Day, the last scheduled workday before Christmas, and Christmas Day (9). If any of the
listed holidays falls on a Sunday, the day observed by the Nation shall be considered a holiday and compensated
accordingly.
H. Holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day (8). When t he following holidays fall on a Saturday
(New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas Day) the preceding Friday w ill be considered as the holiday;
should they fall on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be considered as the holiday.
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15. I. Holidays: New Year's Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, the last regular workday before Christmas (8). A ny holiday w hich falls on a
Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday.
J. Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day,
Thanksgiving Day, the Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day ( 9). Any holiday w hich
falls on a Sunday shall be observed as a holiday on the following Monday. If any of the listed holidays falls on a
Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be a regular work day.
Note Codes
8. D. Workers working w ith supplied air on hazmat projects receive an additional $1.00 per hour.
L. Workers on hazmat projects receive additional hourly premiums as follows -Level A: $0.75, Level B: $0.50, And
Level C: $0.25.
M. Workers on hazmat projects receive additional hourly premiums as follows: Levels A & B: $1.00, Levels C & D:
$0.50.
N. Workers on hazmat projects receive additional hourly premiums as follows -Level A: $1.00, Level B: $0.75, Level
C: $0.50, And Level D: $0.25.
S. Effective August 31, 2012 – A Traffic Control Supervisor shall be present on the project whenever flagging or spotting
or other traffic control labor is being utilized. Flaggers and Spotters shall be posted where shown on approved Traffic
Control Plans or where directed by the Engineer. All flaggers and spotters shall possess a current flagging card issued
by t he State of Washington, Oregon, Montana, or Idaho. This classification is only effective on or after August 31,
2012.
T. Effective August 31, 2012 – A Traffic Control Laborer performs the setup, maintenance and removal of all temporary
traffic control devices and construction signs necessary to control vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic during
construction operations. Flaggers and Spotters shall be posted where shown on approved Traffic Control Plans or
where directed by the Engineer. All flaggers and spotters shall possess a current flagging card issued by the State of
Washington, Oregon, Montana, or Idaho. This classification is only effective on or after August 31, 2012.
U. Workers on hazmat projects receive additional hourly premiums as follows – Class A Suit: $2.00, Class B Suit: $1.50,
And Class C Suit: $1.00. Workers performing underground work receive an additional $0.40 per hour for any and all
work performed underground, including operating, servicing a nd repairing of equipment. The premium for
underground work shall be paid for the entire shift worked. W orkers who work suspended by a rope or cable receive
an additional $0.50 per hour. The premium for work suspended shall be paid for the entire shift worked. Workers who
do “pioneer” work (break open a cut, build road, etc.) more than one hundred fifty ( 150) feet above grade elevation
receive an additional $0.50 per hour.
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8. V. In addition to the hourly wage and fringe benefits, the following depth and enclosure premiums shall be paid. The
premiums are to be calculated for the maximum depth and distance into an enclosure that a diver reaches in a day.
The premiums are to be paid one time for the day and are not used in calculating overtime pay.
Depth premiums apply to depths of fifty feet or more. Over 50' to 100' - $2.00 per foot for each foot over 50 feet. Over
101' to 150' - $3.00 per foot for each foot over 101 feet. Over 151' to 220' - $4.00 per foot for each foot over 220 feet.
Over 221' - $5.00 per foot for each foot over 221 feet.
Enclosure premiums apply w hen divers enter enclosures (such as pipes or tunnels) where there is no vertical ascent
and is measured by the distance travelled from the entrance. 25’ to 300’ - $1.00 per foot from entrance. 300’ to 600’
- $1.50 per foot beginning at 300’. Over 600’ - $2.00 per foot beginning at 600’.
W. Meter Installers work on single phase 120/240V self-contained residential meters. The Lineman/Groundmen rates
would apply to meters not fitting this description.
X. Workers on hazmat projects receive additional hourly premiums as follows - Class A Suit: $2.00, Class B Suit:
$1.50, Class C Suit: $1.00, and Class D Suit: $0.50. Special Shift Premium: Basic hourly rate plus $2.00 per hour.
When due to conditions beyond the control of the Employer or when an owner (not acting a s the contractor), a
go vernment agency or the contract specifications requires that work can only be performed outside the normal 5 am
to 6pm shift, then the special shift premium will be applied to the basic hourly rate. When an employee works on a
special shift, they shall be paid a special shift premium for each hour worked unless they are in OT or Double-time
status. (For example, the special shift premium does not waive the overtime requirements for work performed on
Saturday or Sunday.)
Tide Work: When employees are called out between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. to work on tide work
(work located in the tide plane) all time worked shall be at one and one-half times the hourly rate of pay.
Swinging Stage/Boatswains Chair: Employees working on a swinging state or boatswains chair or under conditions
that require them to be tied off to allow their hands to be free shall receive seventy-five cents ($0.75) per hour above
the classification rate.
Z. Workers working w ith supplied air on hazmat projects receive an additional $1.00 per hour.
Special Shift Premium: Basic hourly rate plus $2.00 per hour. When due to conditions beyond the control of the
Employer or when an owner (not acting as a contractor), a government agency or the contract specifications require
that more than (4) hours of a special shift can only be performed outside the normal 6 am to 6pm shift, then the
special shift premium w ill be applied to the basic straight time for the entire shift. When an employee works on a
special shift, they will be paid a special shift premium for each hour worked unless they a re in overtime or double-
time status. (For example, the special shift premium does not waive the overtime requirements for work performed
on Saturday or Sunday.)
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9. A. Workers working w ith supplied air on hazmat projects receive an additional $1.00 per hour.
Special Shift Premium: Basic hourly rate plus $2.00 per hour. When due to conditions beyond the control of the
Employer or when an owner (not acting as the contractor), a government agency or the contract specifications require
that more than four (4) hours of a special shift can only be performed outside the normal 6 am to 6pm shift, then the
special shift premium will be applied to the basic straight time for the entire shift. When an employee works on a
special shift, they shall be paid a special shift premium for each hour worked unless they are in overtime or double-
time status. (For example, the special shift premium does not waive the overtime requirements for work performed on
Saturday or Sunday.)
Certified Crane Operator Premium: Crane operators requiring certifications shall be paid $0.50 per hour above their
classification rate.
Boom Pay Premium: All cranes including tower shall be paid as follows based on boom length:
(A) – 130’ to 199’ – $ 0.50 per hour over their classification rate.
(B) – 200’ to 299’ – $ 0.80 per hour over their classification rate.
(C) – 300’ and over – $1.00 per hour over their classification rate.
B. The highest pressure registered on the gauge for an accumulated time of more than fifteen (15) minutes during the
shift shall be used in determining the scale paid.
Tide Work: When employees are called out between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. to work on tide work (work
located in the tide plane) all time worked shall be at one and one-half times the hourly rate of pay. Swinging
Stage/Boatswains Chair: Employees working on a swinging stage or boatswains chair or under conditions that require
them to be tied off to allow their hands to be free shall receive seventy-five cents ($0.75) per hour above the
classification rate.
C. Tide Work: When employees are called out between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. to work on tide work (work
located in the tide plane) all time worked shall be at one and one-half times the hourly rate of pay. Swinging
Stage/Boatswains Chair: Employees working on a swinging stage or boatswains chair or under conditions that require
them to be tied off to allow their hands to be free shall receive seventy-five cents ($0.75) per hour above the
classification rate.
Effective August 31, 2012 – A Traffic Control Supervisor shall be present on the project whenever flagging or spotting
or other traffic control labor is being utilized. A Traffic Control Laborer performs the setup, maintenance and removal
of all temporary traffic control devices and construction signs necessary to control vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian
traffic during construction operations. Flaggers and Spotters shall be posted where shown on approved Traffic Control
Plans or where directed by the Engineer. All flaggers and spotters shall possess a current flagging card issued by the
State of Washington, Oregon, Montana, or Idaho. These classifications are only effective on or after August 31, 2012.
D. Industrial Painter wages are required for painting within industrial facilities such as treatment plants, pipelines,
towers, dams, bridges, power generation facilities and manufacturing facilities such as chemical plants, etc., or
anywhere abrasive blasting is necessary to prepare surfaces, or hazardous materials encapsulation is required.
E. Heavy Construction includes construction, repair, alteration or additions to the production, fabrication or
manufacturing portions of industrial or manufacturing plants, hydroelectric or nuclear power plants and atomic
reactor construction. W orkers on hazmat projects receive additional hourly premiums as follows -Level A: $1.00,
Level B: $0.75, Level C: $0.50, And Level D: $0.25.
F. Industrial Painter wages are required for painting within industrial facilities such as treatment plants, pipelines,
towers, dams, power generation facilities and manufacturing facilities such as chemical plants, etc., or anywhere
abrasive blasting is necessary to prepare surfaces, or hazardous materials encapsulation is required.
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PREVAILING WAGE POLICY MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 28, 2013
TO: All Interested Parties
FROM: ~· Ann Selover, Industrial Statistician, Prevailing Wage Program Manager
SUBJECT: How to Calculate the Hourly Rate of Contribution for Usual (Fringe)
Benefits as Part of the Prevailing Rate of Wage.
Policy Disclaim er
This policy is designed to provide general inform ation in regard to the current opinions of the
Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) on the subject matter covered. Thi s policy is intended as
a guide in the interpretation and application of the relevant statutes, regulations, and policies,
and may not be applicable to all situation s. This policy does not replace applicable RCW or WAC
standards. If additional clarification is required, the Program Manager for Prevailing Wage
should be consulted.
This document is effective as of the date of print and supersedes all previous interpretations
and guidelines. Changes may occur after the date of print due to sub seque nt leg is lation,
administrative rule, or judicial proceedings. The u ser is encouraged to notify the Program
Manager to provide or receive updated information. This docum ent will remain in effect until
rescinded, modified, or withdrawn by the Director or his or her designee.
PREVAILING WAGE RATE: The prevailing wage required under chapter 39.12 RCW to be
paid on public work projects is defined under RCW 39.12.01 0( l) to include a "rate of hourly
wage, usual benefits, and overtime." As a result, usual benefits are recognized as part of the
total wage rate when publishing the prevailing wage, and when gauging compliance with
prevailing wage Jaw. This document is intended to provide guidance to employers in determining
wh ich cont ributions qualify as usual benefits and how to calcul ate such benefits as part of the
prevailing wage rate.
USUAL BENEFITS: Usual benefits are defined in RCW 39.12.010(3) and WAC 296-127-0 14
and include employer payments for medical insurance, pensions, approved apprenticeship
training programs, vacation and holiday pay, and other bona fide benefits. Deductions from
workers' paychecks are not usual benefits. Usua l benefits are employer paid. Benefits that arc
required by law (Industrial Insurance, Social Security , State Unemployment Compensation taxes ,
etc.) do not qualify as usual benefits.
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Employers must pay a wage and usual benefit package that adds up to the published prevailing
rate of wage for the work perf01med. Employers are not required to provide usual or fringe
benefits, and if they do not, the total prevailing wage rate must be paid as an hourly wage. In any
event, employer paid usual benefits cannot be applied to reduce the hourly wage paid to les s than
the state minimum wage. Please note special overtime and holiday rates may also be establi sh ed
for so me trades and occupations.
A. Insurance (medical, dental, life, etc.): Insurance premiums include employer paid
portions of medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits. Do not include insurance
benefits that are employee paid through payroll deduction , workers' compensation premiums,
unemployment insurance, or any other federally or state mandated payroll deductions.
B. Pension or retirement plans: Pension and retirement contributions include employer paid
portions of pension and retirement plans which are irrevocably made to a trustee or to a third
person pursuant to a fund, plan, or program. Do not include pension or retirement benefits
that are employee paid through payroll deductions.
c. Vacation and/or holiday: Report employer paid vacation and/or holiday benefits. Do not
include vacation fund deposits that are employee paid through a payroll deduction.
D. Apprenticeship programs: Report employer paid contributions made to apprenticeship or
training programs recognized by the Washington State Apprenticeship and Training Council.
E. Other bona fide programs: Other employer paid programs may qualify as "usual
benefits." Please consult with L&I prior to including payments to such programs in your
repmied wage rate.
See RCW 39.12.010, WAC 296-127-014 and WAC 296-127-01410.
POSTING AND DOCUMENTATION: Employers must comply with all posting and
employee notification requirements provided by applicable federal and state laws concerning
usual benefits plans. Employers must also have and make available to L&I upon request, copies
of all docum ents concerning usual benefits identified in WAC 296-127-014. See WAC 296-127-
01410 . See also U.S. Department of Labor (U.S. DOL) Employee Benefits Security
Administration Reporting and Disclosure Guide {or Employee Benefit Plans.
CALCULATING BENEFIT AMOUNTS -APPORTIONING BENEFITS TO HOURS
WORKED: Although "usual benefits" are defined under RCW 39.12 .0 10(3), certain plans will
require additional information on how benefit payments should be apportioned to hours worked.
It has been the long-time position of L&I, consistent with the approach adopted by many other
states and by the U.S. DOL with respect to most plans, that contributions made to a fringe benefit
plan for public works should be based on the effective annual rate of ~ontributions for all hours,
public and private, worked during the year by an employee. In order to apportion benefits to
hours worked, L&I will generally look at contributions and hours worked over the course of a
year, assuming 2,080 hours per worker per year, unl ess an employer provides an alternate
schedule and can document actual hours worked. This approach is so metimes called
"annuali zation."
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As the U.S. DOL manu al explains the analogous principle under the Dav is-Bacon Act (federal
prevailing wage law), " ... contributions made to a fringe benefit plan for government work
generall y may not be used to fund the plan for periods of non-government work." See D av is-
Baco n a nd Re la ted Ac ts a nd Co ntrac t Wo rk llo urs and Safet y Sta ndards Ac t F ie ld Opera ti ons
H andbook -10/25/20 10 at 15fll (b). For a basic exampl e, if an emp loyer places $5,000 a year
into a health plan for an employee, and the employee works a full time sc hedule of 2,080 hours,
the credit is $2.40/h.r . Thus, the employer cam1ot say that the plan is only for public wo rk s, even
if conhibutions are tied to pub li c hours.
Examples Tllustrating the Use of Different Annual H ours
. Suppose that an employer places $5 ,000 a year into a health p lan for an employee, and the
employee works a fu ll time schedule of 2,080 homs on a combination of public a nd private
work. In order to obtain an hourly c redit, the total contribution is divided b y the total hours
worked. Thus, at these rates, the hourly contribut ion is $2.40 /lu.
$5,000 /2080 = $2.40
Alternative ly, the wo rker may be a part tim e employee, and only slated to work 1600 h ours in
the year. In that case, the employer may u se the employee's actual hours, with a resulting credit
of $3 .1 3/hr.
$5,000 I 1600 = $3.125
The use of a full year is not po ssible for all benefit calculation situations. In these cases, another
period may be allowed if an employer uses a cons istent rate of contri bution into a bona fide
benefit plan, but has di ffic ulty forecas tin g e ither the total worker hours or the total contributio ns
for the year. Please cont act L&I regarding such situations.
Special Provisions for Certain Defined Contribution Plans-"DOL Exception"
For defined contribution pension plans that provide for a higher hourly rate of contr ibutions to be
made for prevailing wage covered work than for non-covered work, the hi ghe r rate paid for
covered work will be fu lly credited toward satisfaction of the required prevailing wage rate only
if the plan prov ides for inunediate participation and an immediate or essentiall y immediate
ve sting schedule (e.g., 100% vesting after an e mpl oyee works 500 or fewer hours). Fo r su ch
plans the hourly rate of credit is arrived at by calculating the total contrib utions made on behalf
of each worker during th e course of the public works project, and dividing that number by the
number of hours worked by the same worker on the public works proj ect. This exemption
mirrors an exemption provided by the U.S. DOL in its a dministrati on of the Davis-Bacon Ac t.
TIMELY DEPOSIT OF CONTRIBUTIONS TO BENEFIT PLANS: Benefit pl an
contributions must b e made on a regular basi s, and no less often than quarterly .
PERIOD USED ("YEAR") FOR ANNUALIZATION PURPOSES: If yo ur plan does not
s pecify a time frame to calc ul ate the credit toward the prevailing wage ra te, in most inst anc es
L&I will use a cale ndar year. Otherwise, L&lmay look to t he time frame yo u use (e.g., a fi scal
yea r, cal endar year , plan year, et c.). The period yo u adopt must be reasonably consistent over
time .
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•
CONTACT L&l FOR ANSWERS TO YOUR PLAN-SPECIFIC QUESTIONS: If tlus
explanation and the above examples do not cover your specific situation, please contact L&I for
guidance on the appropriate calculation. P lease direct your questions to the Prevailing Wage
Office at (360) 902-5335 or by e-mail at PWl @ Lni.wa.gov.
How to Calculate Benefit Contributions Based on L&l's Annualization Policy
Example: Health, Pension and Apprentice Contributions Calculation
An employe r cont1·ibutes $10,000 towards a full-time employee's health care coverage from
January 1, 2011 to December 31 , 2011. A full-time employee works a total of 2,080 hours in a
fu ll -time year (52 weeks x 40 h ours a week).
Calculation: $10 ,000 pai'd during t he year I 2 ,080 hours worked = $4.81
The amount to be reported for health coverage in this example is $4.81 per hour. If the
employer contributed an equivalent amount to an employee's pension plan during the year
(except those plans that meet the "DOL Exception" noted above), the same calculation
method would be used to obtain the rate to report for pension benefits.
Example: Vacation and Holidav Calculation
An employee works a total of 1,750 hours in a year and receives 2 weeks (80 hours) of paid
vacation time from January 1, 2011 , to December 31 , 2011. The total amount received in paid
vacation is $1 ,050.
Calculation: $1 ,050 total vacation pay I 1,750 total hours worked = $0.60
The amount to be reported for vacation in this example is $0.60 per hour. If the employee
received paid holidays during the year, the same calculation method would be used to
obtain the rate to report for the holiday pay.
L&I will as sume 2,080 hours per year, per employee, in the absence of evidence to the contrary .
If actual hours worked are substantially more than 2 ,080, or can be reasonably anticipated to be
more th an 2,080, actual hours must be used for the calculation. If an employer calculates using
less than 2,080 hours per employee per year, it must be able to document the reduced schedule
which provides the basis for the calculation.
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SUMMARY
• Employers must comply with a ll posting and employee notification
requirements provided by appl icab le federal and state laws
concerning usual benefits plans. Employers must also have and make
available to L&J upon request, copies of all documents concerning
usual benefits as identified in W AC 296-127-0 14 . See WAC 296-127-
01410 .
• Usual benefits are credited on an hourly basis and are expected to
accrue at a regular rate. Employers may not count benefits associated
with public and private work as if they were only associated with
public work projects. L&I will generally apportion or annualize
benefit contribution or costs to all hours worked over the course of a
year unless an employer provides an alternate schedule and can
document actual hours worked. Certain defmed contribution pension
plans (DOL . exception) do not need to meet this annualization
requirement.
• Benefit contributions must be deposited on at least a quarterly basis.
• Basic Annuali zed Calculation Method: Divide the total yearly
contributions made by the employer for each individual worker by
2,080 hours ( 40 hours per week X 52 weeks = 2,080 hours).
• Generally a calendar year is used in calculating credits toward the
prevailing wage rate, but there may be instances when calculations
are appropriately based on a fiscal year or plan year.
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City of Renton
Contract Provisions for
NE Sunset Blvd – Safe Routes to Transit
______________________________________________________________________________
Appendix B – Permits
NAME: __________________________________________________________________ PHONE: __________________________
STATE OF WASHINGTON CONTACTOR’S LICENSE: _____________________________________ UBI#: ______________________
CITY OF RENTON BUSINESS LICENSE: ___________________________________________________________________________
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Development Services Division
1055 S. Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 430-7200
www.rentonwa.gov
ELECTRICAL PERMIT
APPLICATION
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY:
PERMIT NUMBER: _______________________ PROJECT NUMBER: ___________________ LAND USE NUMBER: ______________
ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT NUMBER (REQUIRED): ____________________________________________________________
This number is required if your work is associated with work being done under a Building Permit. The Building Permit could belong
to someone else, but we still need the number to keep all associated permits tied together. You may need to contact the Building
Permit owner.
1. LOCATION AND VALUATION INFORMATION
JOB ADDRESS: _____________________________________________ TENANT NAME: ___________________ LOT #: _________
VALUE OF WORK: (Fair market value for time + materials) $___________________ BOEING JOB # (If applicable): ______________
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: ______________________________________________________________________________________
2. OWNER INFORMATION
PROPERTY OWNER NAME: ____________________________________________________ PHONE: __________________________________
ADDRESS: ________________________________________________________ CITY: ______________ STATE: ________ ZIP: _______________
3. CONTACT INFORMATION
CONTACT NAME: _____________________________________________________ PHONE: ______________________________
EMAIL: ______________________________________________________________ FAX: _________________________________
4. CONTRACTOR INFORMATION
DOING WORK AS OWNER/CONTRACTOR? If yes, the owner will need to fill out the Electrical Owner Affidavit Form.
Include this form with your submittal. Tenants cannot do the work without written permission from the owner.
A LICENSED CONTRACTOR WILL BE DOING THE WORK. Fill out the portion below. (Required):
This application must be filled out completely in order to be submitted for review. We will not accept incomplete applications. This
application is good for one (1) year from the submittal date. A one-time extension of one (1) year can be requested at a cost of half
the plan review fee. Once issued, the permit is good for one (1) year from issue date. A one-time extension of one (1) year can be
requested at a cost of half the permit fee. Please follow our Electronic File Standards if your permit requires plan review. This
application must be a .pdf and included in your submittal.
RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES Cost** Qty
Single Family /Duplex New Service up to 200 AMPs $212
Single Family /Duplex New Service over 200 AMPs $225
Service Change up to 200 AMPS $165
Service Change over 200 AMPS $175
Any New Circuits added to above Service Change $20 ea. to max $80
Addition or alteration of outlet, new circuit, sub-panel, feeder, mast repair or similar
$165
Temporary Service $165
Mobile Home $165
Re-inspection Fee $125
MULTI-FAMILY, COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL PERMIT FEE ** (Based on value of permit)
$ 1.00- $ 500.00 $ 63.00
$ 500.01- $ 1,000.00 $ 47.00 + 3.5% of Value*
$ 1000.01- $ 5000.00 $ 82.00 + 3.05% of Value *
$ 5000.01- $ 50,000 $ 234.00 + 1.8% of Value*
$ 50,000.01- $ 250,000 $ 1,127.00 + 1.05% of Value*
$ 250,000.01 $ 1,000,000 $ 3,752.00 +0.85% of Value*
$ 1000000.01 $ And up +12,152.00 + 0.47% of Value*
LOW VOLTAGE Less than 50 volts shall be 50% of commercial/multi-family fee calculation based on value. (Min
$165.00)**
PLAN REVIEW FEE: When required, shall be 40% of the standard fee **
PLAN REVIEW REQUIRED: Services greater than 400 AMPS, Hospitals, Schools, Institutions, Nursing Homes, Assisted
Living Facilities, Commercial Generators and work in hazardous locations.
*Value of Work: Fair market value for time and material.
** +Add an Additional 5% Technology Surcharge to Calculated Fee
Re-Inspection Fees $ 125
Temporary Power $ 165
Job Trailers $ 165
Signs $ 165 Ea.
I certify that the information on this application furnished by me is true and correct and that the applicable requirements of the City of Renton will be met. I
understand that this application is valid for one year from the application date. If a permit is not issued during this time period, the application will become void.
This application does not constitute a permit to work. Work is not to commence until the building permit is posted on premises where work is to be performed.
Certification is hereby rendered that no work is to be done except as described, and that all work shall conform to applicable codes. Work in public rights-of-way
and/or utility easements are not authorized under this application. Any work done without the benefit of having a building permit issued is subject double the
permit fee. Fees to be paid at permit intake.
APPLICANT SIGNATURE______________________________________________________DATE__________________________
APPLICANT NAME PRINTED__________________________________________________________________________________
WITHOUT a service change
ELECTRICAL PLAN REVIEW
REQUIREMENTS
Development Services Division
1055 S. Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 430-7200
www.rentonwa.gov
Plan review required for: Service over 400 Amps, Hospitals, Schools, Institutions, Nursing Homes, Assisted
Living Facilities, when Replacing 50% or more of lighƟng luminaries, and in hazardous locaƟons per article
500 NEC.
ITEMS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL PLAN REVIEW SUBMITTAL
1. Completed Electrical Permit Application with description of the full scope and nature of electrical
installation. Provide name, phone number and email address for contact person for electrical plan review
questions. Call the Building Department to make an intake appointment. 425 430-7200 x1
2. Electronic copy of the plans on a USB flash drive according to Renton Electronic File Standards.
3. Indicate building use (or portion of) per WAC 296-46B-900-(1). Include the basis for designation of any
special occupancy or classified location (s).
4. Electrical Engineer’s stamp and signature shall be on all Educational Facilities, Hospitals, and Nursing
Homes; all services or feeders rated 1,600 amperes or larger; all installations identified in the National
Electrical Code requiring engineering supervision.
5. Symbol legends.
6. Circuit connecting lines with home runs shown for all equipment, lighting, and receptacle symbols.
7. One-line riser diagram; including available fault current; available Interrupt Current (AIC) ratings of
switchboards and/or panel boards, and equipment bracing. Riser diagrams and load calculations must be
complete to the point of connection between the facilities of the serving utility and the premises wiring.
Identify all service and feeder conductors, including conductor size, material, insulation, and overcurrent
protection, conduit size, number, and type. Show transformer primary/secondary voltage and KVA size.
8. Provide panel and switchboard schedules showing overcurrent protection, conductor size, insulation,
type, and branch circuit loads.
9. Provide load calculations for all panel boards and other distribution equipment affected by the
electrical work being done. Include total connected load, demand factors, and calculated loads.
10. Verify the street address (inspection address) for this project.
11. Floor plan views including lighting schedule and energy code switching requirements (occupancy
sensors, daylighting, automatic shut off controls, photo-sensors) of electrical installation or alteration.
12. Adequate capacity and rating shall be indicated when existing service feeder has additional loads
added.
13. Indicate if service or feeder is to be altered or installed.
All new services shall be underground except for existing residential dwellings. Underground service will be
required on any dwelling moved to a new location. This application does not constitute a permit to work.
Work is not to commence until electrical permit is posted on premises where work is to be performed.
Certification is hereby rendered that no work is to be done except as described, and that all work shall
conform to the applicable codes. Work in public rights-of-way and/or utility easements are not authorized
under this application.
GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
Concrete-Encased Electrode: An electrode encased by at least two (2) inches of concrete, located within and
near the bottom of a concrete footing that is in direct contact with the earth, consisting of at least 20 feet, #4
bare copper, sized in accordance with Table 250-66, 2008 NEC, shall be installed in all new residential and
commercial construction.
CONCRETE ENCASED ELECTRODES SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ALL NEW RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
CONSTRUCTION INSTALLATIONS.
Alternative Approved Method:
An electrode consisting of 20 feet, #4 rebar (not less than ½ inch in diameter meeting the requirements of
NEC 250.52) encased by at least 2 inches of concrete, located within and near the bottom of a concrete
footing that is in direct contact with the earth. Sections of reinforcing bar are permitted to be tied together
to make up the 20 foot length. Electrode splices shall overlap a minimum of 3 feet and be tied together at a
minimum of 6 inches on center.
The electrode shall be stubbed up vertically a minimum of 1 foot above the top of the foundation wall
adjacent to the service location. Service stubs shall be identified with orange fluorescent paint. Connection
from the vertical section of the electrode to the service ground shall be made with a direct burial clamp to a
minimum of a #4 copper conductor and made accessible.
The grounding electrode system inspection will be conducted with the footing inspection prior to
placement of concrete.
Note: The Applicant is responsible for compliance with all codes and regulations, whether or not described in this document.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
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Transportation Division | 1055 South Grady Way, 5th Floor | Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-7380
Website: rentonwa.gov
TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN APPLICATION
Published: 10/27/2021
TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN (TCP) MUST BE SUBMITTED TO PUBLIC WORKS TRANSPORTATION DIVISION
FOR REVIEW/APPROVAL AT LEAST FIVE (5) WORKING DAYS BEFORE THE DATE OF WORK.
The City of Renton requires any contractor, firm, corporation, or other public/private agency to prepare a traffic control
plan (TCP) and obtain city's approval of that plan when construction, repair, or maintenance work is to be conducted
within the city's right-of-way.
1. Fill out the Traffic Control Plan (TCP) Application form and prepare required submittal documents.
2. The following items are all required for submittal of the TCP Application:
☐ Electronic Copy of the TCP Application
☐ Electronic Copy of the TCP Layout, on 11” X 17” paper size format, which shall:
Include map(s) showing the location of the project and work area.
Be legible lettering and clear, contrasting, symbols of viewing or printing.
Must indicate street names, and north arrow and scale.
Types of plans required:
o Work hour plan – show all mobility impacts during construction hours.
o Non-work plan - show all mobility impacts after work hours when limited or no work is
happening in the right-of-way (ROW), if applicable.
o Changing construction phases – show construction sequence and each construction phase
change even if the traffic control is not modified, if applicable.
o Pedestrian access/detour plan, if applicable.
- Shall conform to the Washington State Traffic Control Flagger Certification handbook, by the
Evergreen Safety Council.
3. Submit Application via email to TCP@rentonwa.gov with the subject line “TCP Application – [Project Name].”
Project Name: Permit #:
Site Address:
Work Date: From _____________ To _____________ Work Time: Start ______________ End ______________
Construction Company:
Contact Name: Phone/Cell: _________________________
Business Address: City/State: Zip:
Description of Work:
Approval By: _________________________________________________ Date:____________________
Transportation Engineering
Note: The Applicant is responsible for compliance with all codes and regulations, whether or not described in this document.
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PERMIT HOLDER AGREES TO ALL THE FOLLOWING:
Must have approved Traffic Control Plan (TCP) prior to commencing the work.
Maintain existing pedestrian access. The work on pedestrian facilities, shall be limited to one corner at a time,
with the least possible inconvenience or delay to pedestrians.
WORK TIME begins when any street or travel lane is fully or partially closed. This includes set up within the
traveled way.
Comply with all traffic regulations of the City of Renton and the State of Washington.
Prepare a traffic control plan and obtain City approval of that plan. That plan shall be implemented for all street
and lane closures, and the plan shall be performed in compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices.
Notify emergency services (253-852-2121) twenty-four (24) hours before any street or lane closures.
Contractor or entity must call Renton School District (425-204-4455) or any public/private agency, including public
transit, to be affected by a temporary lane or road closure a minimum of five business days (excluding weekends
and holidays) prior to starting any work.
Contractor or entity must notify King County Metro in writing at construction.coord@kingcounty.gov a minimum
of five business days (excluding weekends and holidays) prior to starting any work impacting bus stops, a
temporary lane or road closure. Work requiring removing a bus shelter or sign requires notification in writing a
minimum of 30 business days (excluding weekends and holidays). Please call King County Metro at 206-477-1140
with any questions.
Any lane or street closures not in conformance with the approved traffic control plan and/or without notification
of emergency services may result in receiving a citation for violation of R.C.W. 47.36.200 Signs or Flaggers at
thoroughfare work sites and R.C.W. 9A.36.050 Reckless Endangerment, and other applicable State and City codes.
Indemnify and hold harmless the City of Renton from any and all claims, actions, and judgments, including all
costs of defense and attorney’s fees incurred in defending against same, arising from and related to
implementation of the approved traffic control plans including claims arising from towing of private vehicles and
the acts of the Permit Holder’s agents and employees.
The City of Renton shall be entitled, in its reasonable discretion, to settle claims prior to suit or judgment, and in
such event shall indemnify and hold harmless the City for any such claims paid, including the City’s reasonable
attorney’s fees and litigation costs incurred resulting from such claim.
In the event any claim or suit is brought against City within the scope of this Agreement, Permit Holder will pay for
legal counsel chosen by the City to defend against same.
Flagger and sign placement are subject to revision by the City Inspector on site, if needed to address traffic or
pedestrian safety or travel.
All permit conditions shall be met.
NOTES:
Total road closure lasting more than twenty-four (24) hours is subject to the approval by the City Council.
Work Zone Traffic Control shall be in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
and shown by a traffic control plan layout or reference to WSDOT.
Approved Temporary Traffic Control Plan must be at the work site during work hours.
Complete assistance and accommodation shall be provided to all kinds of pedestrian traffic when sidewalk or
walkway is impeded to safely redirect pedestrians around a work zone.
Signage shall be used to warn motorcyclists/bicyclists of the potential hazards on any uneven surfaced or slippery
road conditions during work and non-work hours.
Any vehicle, equipment, barricade, or portable tow-away sign used within the work area must display a company
logo or any legally acceptable sign showing the company name, address, and telephone number at a conspicuous
place on the vehicle or equipment.
Note: The Applicant is responsible for compliance with all codes and regulations, whether or not described in this document.
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In the case of Temporary No Parking Zones, all the following apply in addition to previous:
Contractor must complete form to show limits of Temporary No Parking Zone identifying barricade locations for
vacate parking or curb lane usage.
Contractor must post notice of dates and time of Temporary No Parking Zone with at least two signs per block
seventy-two (72) hours in advance of effective date and time.
The cover sheet of this Traffic Control Plan form must be attached to each Temporary No Parking Sign on the
project site.
Temporary traffic control devices must be removed immediately when work is done or no construction activities
are going on. If deemed abandoned, City crews will remove and store them at the City’s maintenance shop (3555
NE 2nd Street).
I certify that the information on this application and within the submittal documents are accurate to the best of my
knowledge and I acknowledge all the requirements on this application.
Applicant’s Signature Date
Applicant’s Name (Print)