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=136.9.1 Introduction=
 
  
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The preparation of the PS&E for local federally funded projects is the responsibility of the local public agency (LPA).  The LPA can either prepare the PS&E, or if they are not adequately staffed to do so, they can hire a consultant to prepare the PS&E.  In either case, if using federal funds, the LPA must ensure that Preliminary Engineering (PE) funds are obligated prior to beginning any work.  The LPA shall ensure that the PS&E complies with all applicable Federal and State Laws and they must certify that that each project complies by signing and submitting the LPA Certification of PS&E ([[media:136.9.5 2020.docx|Fig. 136.9.5]]).  The PS&E Submittal Checklist ([[media:Fig_136_9_1_Jan_23.xlsx|Fig. 136.9.1]]) references the Federal and State Laws that pertain to the PS&E submittal package.  Most Federal Laws pertaining to the PS&E submittal package can be found in, but not limited to, [http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title23/23cfr635_main_02.tpl 23 CFR 635] (Code of Federal Regulations).
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The PS&E package must be submitted to MoDOT for review and approval. Any changes that need to be made to the PS&E package will be made by the LPA. After all changes are incorporated, MoDOT will request construction funding obligation from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).   After FHWA approves the obligation of federal funds for construction, MoDOT will notify the LPA of the authority to advertise for bids. This notification by MoDOT is officially the construction authorization. No project shall be advertised for bids until construction authorization has been issued (23 CFR 635.112).
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* Revised monetary limits due to the new 49 CFR part 24 final rule for relocation benefits and minor grammar updates were also made in [[236.8_Relocation_Assistance_Program|EPG 236.8 Relocation Assistance Program]].
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* Update guidance on addressing apprenticeship guidance on prevailing wage rates in [[:Category:110_State_and_Federal_Wage_Rates_and_Other_Requirements#110.3_Prevailing_Wages_and_Records_.28Guidance_for_Sec_110.3.29 | EPG110.3 Prevailing Wages and Records (Guidance for Sec 110.3)]].
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Competitive bidding will be required except where work by local forces by the LPA (refer to [[136.3 Federal Aid Basics#136.3.12 Federal-aid Participation for Local Work|EPG 136.3.12]]) or work by utility companies has been authorized.   A minimum of 12 weeks is the typical timeframe from PS&E submittal to award of the construction contract.
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* Updated EPG [[:Category:408_Prime_Coat#408.1.5_Method_of_Measurement_.28Sec_408.5.29|408.1.5 Method of Measurement (Sec 408.5)]] to provide guidance and specifications for volume correction of liquid asphalt.
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* Updated Longitudinal Buffer Spaces (Table  616.3.6) in EPG [[616.3_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Elements_(MUTCD_Chapter_6C)#616.3.6.4_Side_Road_Tapers|616.3.6.4 Side Road Tapers]].
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* Updates to EPG [[:Category:618_Mobilization|618 Mobilization]], this eliminates a separate payment for contract bond and RR insurance. No change to the retention of mobilization in excess of 10% of the contract (released at acceptance for maintenance).
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* Updates to reflect LRFD seismic bridge and retaining wall design policy implementation in EPG [[321.2_Geotechnical_Guidelines#321.2.4.4_Light_Towers|321.2.4.4]], [[:Category:720_Mechanically_Stabilized_Earth_Wall_Systems#720.1_Materials_Guidance_for_Sec_720|720.1]], [[:Category:747_Bridge_Reports_and_Layouts#747.2.6.2_Mechanically_Stabilized_Earth_.28MSE.29_Wall_Systems|747.2.6.2]], [[:Category:751_LRFD_Bridge_Design_Guidelines|multiple articles in 751]], [[:Category:756_Seismic_Design|756]] and [[:Category:1052_Mechanically_Stabilized_Earth_Wall_(MSE)_and_Sound_Wall_System_Components|multiple articles in 1052]].
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* Include EPG guidance for use of stay-in-place transparent forms for bridge decks in EPG [[751.6_General_Quantities#751.6.1_Index_of_Quantities|751.6.1 Index of Quantities]], [[751.10_General_Superstructure#751.10.1.7_Standard_Bridge_Deck_Details|751.10.1.7 Standard Bridge Deck Details]], [[751.10_General_Superstructure#751.10.2.4_Transparent_Forms|751.10.2.4 Transparent Forms]] and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#B3c._Slabs_on_Steel.2C_Concrete_and_Semi-Deep_Abutment.2C_and_Reinforced_Concrete_Wearing_Surfaces.|751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]].
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* Chain link fence revised for LRFD specifications and added 120-inch straight and 96-inch curved chain link fence options. Fence posts are attached to top of curb. Chain link fence with Type D and H barrier options also added to allow the barrier to be slip-formed with chain link fence posts attached to back face of barrier, see EPG [[751.5_Structural_Detailing_Guidelines#751.5.8.5_Pedestrian_Railing|751.5.8.5 Pedestrian Railing]], [[751.6_General_Quantities|751.6 General Quantities]], [[751.12_Barriers,_Railings,_Curbs_and_Fences#751.12.4_Chain_Link_Fence|751.12.4 Chain Link Fence]] and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#H11._Fences_and_Sidewalks|751.50-H11 Standard Detailing Notes]].
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* EPG [[751.1_Preliminary_Design#751.1.3.4_Barrier_or_Railing_Type.2C_Height_and_Guidelines_for_Curb_Blockouts|751.1.3.4 Barrier or Railing Type, Height and Guidelines for Curb Blockouts]] was updated to correct the crash test classification for the 12” x 29” vertical bridge barrier.
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In order for the LPA to get Construction Authorization which allows advertisement for bids, the PS&E documents must be approved by MoDOT. There are multiple items that should be considered and documented during the preparation of the PS&E. Some of these items are applicable to all projects, while others may or may not be pertinent to a project depending upon the project characteristics.  The LPA must fill out the PS&E Submittal Checklist ([[media:Fig_136_9_1_Jan_23.xlsx|Fig. 136.9.1]]) by initialing each item in the checklist and identifying a location of each document the submittal.
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* Current armor detail is no longer in production. An optional armor detail is provided in bridge standard drawings. Added a standard note for those drawings to EPG [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#H5d._Strip_Seal_.28Notes_for_Bridge_Standard_Drawings.29|751.50]].
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==136.9.2.1 Environmental, Historical and Cultural Requirements==
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* Updated Safer Document in EPG [[907.9_Safety_Assessment_For_Every_Roadway_(SAFER)|907.9]].
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* Updated the language in EPG [[:Category:128_Conceptual_Studies#128.2_Preventive_Maintenance_Projects_.281R_and_2R.29|128.2 Preventive Maintenance Projects (1R and 2R)]] to be consistent with the messaging for the SAFER program.
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There are multiple clearances, certifications and a classification that must be considered and/or obtained '''prior to bid advertisement.'''  [[136.6 Environmental and Cultural Requirements|EPG 136.6]] provides details regarding the environmental, historical and cultural requirements that must be met in conjunction with the development of the project.  The LPA should ensure all environmental mitigation commitments pertaining to the project are included in the contract provisions.  Failure to meet mitigation commitments may render the project ineligible for federal reimbursement. The LPA is also responsible for communicating permit conditions and restrictions in the final design. All environmental permits applicable to the construction of the project should be included in the proposal.  A copy of the Corps of Engineers 404 Permit, Farmland Conversion Impact Statement, SHPO Section 106 concurrence, FEMA Floodplain Development Permit and <U>ALL</u> hazardous waste reports (lead paint and asbestos inspection reports) must be included in the bid proposal.  LPA’s should work closely with the permitting agency to ensure accurate interpretation and proper transfer of permit conditions and restrictions (as appropriate) into final design. 
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* EPG [[:Category:941_Permits_and_Access_Requests#941.9.8.4_Culvert_Pipe|941.9.8.4 Culvert Pipe]] updates the terminology of the plastic pipes and updates the guidance on use with driveways.
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==136.9.2.2 Right of Way Clearance ==
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* Update EPG [[147.3_Job_Order_Contracting_(JOC)|147.3 Job Order Contracting (JOC)]] to provide clarity for submitting non-standard JOCs.
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In accordance with [http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2010-title23-vol1/pdf/CFR-2010-title23-vol1-sec635-309.pdf 23CFR635.309], authorization to advertise for bids cannot be given until a statement is submitted indicating that all right-of-way clearances have been obtained or all necessary arrangements have been made for proper coordination with the physical construction schedule.  The right-of-way clearance statement may be made separately or in conjunction with the utility status and railroad statement.  Details regarding right-of-way acquisition and clearance can be found in [[136.8 Local Public Agency Land Acquisition|EPG 136.8]].
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* Updated processes and procedures related to Environmental/Historic Preservation work on LPA projects in EPG [[:LPA:136.6_Environmental_and_Cultural_Requirements|136.6 Environmental and Cultural Requirements]].
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==136.9.2.3 Utility Status==
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* Added a standard note to ensure that touch-up products for galvanized reinforcing steel do not contain aluminum in EPG [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#C1._Bill_of_Reinforcing_Steel|751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]].
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In accordance with [http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2010-title23-vol1/pdf/CFR-2010-title23-vol1-sec635-309.pdf 23CFR635.309], authorization to advertise for bids cannot be given until a statement regarding utility clearance is submitted.  Prior to authorization to advertise for bids, utility work must be completed or necessary arrangements must have been made for completion of the work for proper coordination with the contract construction schedules.  The utility status statement may be made separately or in conjunction with the right of way clearance and railroad statements.  Details regarding utilities are found in [[136.7 Design|EPG 136.7]].
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* EPG [[:Category:105_Control_of_Work#105.15.2_Final_Acceptance|105.15.2 Final Acceptance]] was updated to clarify the DBE Final Payment Form now serves as the required DBE Participation List and Final Verification.
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The LPA shall prepare a Utility Status Letter ([[media:136.9.6.docx|Fig. 136.9.6]]) and provide it to MoDOT with the final plans submittal. Projects must be cleared prior to construction obligation and the MoDOT district contact must receive the status letter prior to the bid opening date. Utilities “status” is defined as:
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* Updated EPG [[751.37_Drilled_Shafts#751.37.1.1_Dimensions_and_Nomenclature|751.37.1.1 Dimensions and Nomenclature]], [[751.37_Drilled_Shafts#751.37.1.6_Drilled_Shaft_General_Detail_Considerations|751.37.1.6 Drilled Shaft General Detail Considerations]] and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#G8._Drilled_Shaft|751.50 Standard Detailing Notes - G8. Drilled Shaft]] to clarify column and drilled shaft connection details so contractors do not insert column reinforcements or dowel bars into drilled shaft’s wet concrete.
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:1. All utilities are physically adjusted on the projects, or
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* Updated EPG [[106.3.2.59_TM-59,_Determination_of_the_International_Roughness_Index|106.3.2.59 TM-59, Determination of the International Roughness Index]] - Profiler certification requirements have changed. Smoothness dispute resolutions no longer settled by the MoDOT SurPro and will require a Third Party.
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* MoDOT's guidance for use of guard cable has been updated to clarify low-tension references are for repairs only and all new installations will be high-tension guard cable. These revisions also include guidance for splicing both high-tension and low-tension guard cable in EPG [[231.1_Median_Width#231.1.2_Barrier_Types|231.1.2 Barrier Types]], [[606.2_Guard_Cable|606.2 Guard Cable]], [[:Category:617_Traffic_Barrier|617 traffic barrier]] and [[:Category:1040_Guardrail,_End_Terminals,_One-Strand_Access_Restraint_Cable_and_Guard_Cable_Material|1040 Guardrail, End Terminals, One-Strand Access Restraint Cable and Guard Cable Material]].
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* Updated EPG [[:Category:612_Impact_Attenuators|612 Impact Attenuators]], [[:Category:612_Impact_Attenuators#612.4_Construction_Inspection_Guidelines|612.4 Construction Inspection Guidelines]] and [[616.23_Traffic_Control_for_Field_Operations#616.23.2.5.11_Protective_Vehicles|616.23.2.5.11 Protective Vehicles]] - This clarifies usage of Impact Attenuators within Work Zones. These clarifications align with recent revisions to TAs and TMA usage.
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* Revised content in EPG [[616.19_Quality_Standards_for_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Devices|616.19 - Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices]] to language consistent with current policy and rearranged to flow with the order of first appearance in a work zone. Some revisions included eliminating outdated or unnecessary content, including pictures, for the specific article.
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* Updates to EPG [[751.1_Preliminary_Design#751.1.3.4_Barrier_or_Railing_Type.2C_Height_and_Guidelines_for_Curb_Blockouts|751.1.3.4 Barrier or Railing Type, Height and Guidelines for Curb Blockouts]], [[751.8_LRFD_Concrete_Box_Culverts#751.8.3.5_Miscellaneous|751.8.3.5 Miscellaneous]], [[751.12_Barriers,_Railings,_Curbs_and_Fences#751.12.2_Two_Tube_Rail_.28Top_Mounted.29|751.12.2 Two Tube Rail (Top Mounted)]], [[751.12_Barriers,_Railings,_Curbs_and_Fences#751.12.6_Culvert_Guardrail_.28Top_Mounted.29|751.12.6 Culvert Guardrail (Top Mounted)]] and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes|751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]] provide a MASH option for attaching guardrail to box culverts. These revisions also include guidance for Two Tube Bridge Railings.
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* Updated the Missouri Uniform Crash Report Preparation Manual in [[907.4_Missouri_Uniform_Accident_Report|EPG 907.4]].
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* [[902.15_Designing_a_Traffic_Signal#902.15.3.1_Optional_Bidding_of_Traffic_Signal_Detectors|EPG 902.15.3.1]] has been revised to allow core team to specify signal detection type to be documented with memo in eProjects instead of a design exception.
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*[[751.1_Preliminary_Design|EPG 751.1 Preliminary Design]] and [[751.36_Driven_Piles|EPG 751.36 Driven Piles]] were revised to clarify guidance for field verification of pile driving which affects design and construction.
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*[[751.5_Structural_Detailing_Guidelines#751.5.9.2.1.2_Bend_Shapes|EPG 751.5.9.2.1.2 Bend Shapes]]: New article under the general information for reinforcing steel explaining MoDOT’s bent bar shapes used in structures.
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*[[751.5_Structural_Detailing_Guidelines#751.5.9.2.7_Length_Calculations|EPG 751.5.9.2.7 Length Calculations]]: Clarified calculations for hook dimensions and bend deductions.
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*Changes made to [[902.5_Traffic_Control_Signal_Features_(MUTCD_Chapter_4D)#902.5.23_Signal_Indications_for_Left-Turn_Movements_.E2.80.93_General_.28MUTCD_Section_4D.17.29|902.5.23 Signal Indications for Left-Turn Movements – General (MUTCD Section 4D.17)]] due to new guidelines for Protected Only Left Turns.
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*Change made to [[230.1_Horizontal_Alignment#230.1.5_Spiral_Transition_Curves|EPG 230.1.5 Spiral Transition Curves]] due to a change in the 2018 AASHTO Green Book for superelevation runoff lengths for 50+ mph.
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*[[616.8_Typical_Applications_(MUTCD_6H)#616.8.1_Temporary_Traffic_Control_for_Contract_Plan_Sheet_Development|616.8.1 Temporary Traffic Control for Contract Plan Sheet Development]] clarifies stationary TMAs will become a new lump sum bid item with applicable new TMA JSP.  Mobile operation TMAs will be incidental to the bid items that utilize such methods to get a task done.
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*Clarified guidance for conduit clamp anchors versus anchor bolts in [[751.12_Barriers,_Railings,_Curbs_and_Fences#751.12.1.2.7_Details_of_Mounting_Light_Poles_on_Safety_Barrier_Curbs|EPG 751.12.1.2.7 Details of Mounting Light Poles on Safety Barrier Curbs]] and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#H4._Conduit_System|EPG 751.50 - H4. Conduit System]].
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*Provided a MASH TL-4 steel barrier alternate for bridges. Creating MO Std Plans 606.61 and Bridge Standard Drawings TTR04 & 05. Adding standard notes to [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#H9._Thrie_Beam_and_Other_Rail_Types_.28Notes_for_Bridge_Standard_Drawings.29|EPG 751.50 - H9. Thrie Beam and Other Rail Types (Notes for Bridge Standard Drawings).]]
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*Updated [[:Category:1048_Pavement_Marking_Material#1048.2.1.1_Qualified_List|EPG 1048.2.1.1 Qualified List]] due to NTPEP has changed their name to AASHTO Product Evaluation and Audit Solutions.
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In accordance with [http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2010-title23-vol1/pdf/CFR-2010-title23-vol1-sec635-309.pdf 23CFR635.309], authorization to advertise cannot be given until a statement regarding any railroad involvement is submitted even when no railroads are affected by the project.  Projects on railroad right of way or crossing railroad right of way require the railway company’s written approval of the final plans prior to construction authorization.  This statement may be made separately or in conjunction with the right of way clearance and utility status statements. Details regarding Railroads are found in [[136.7 Design|EPG 136.7]] and [[643.4 Railroads|EPG 643.4 Railroads]].
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*Updates were made to [[236.12_Quality_Assurance_Reviews|236.12 Quality Assurance Reviews]] to provide a more accurate description of the current processes and procedures of our QARs.
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Where construction of a federally funded project requires use of railroad properties or adjustments to railroad facilities, there shall be an agreement in writing between the LPA and the railroad company.  
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*Changes made to EPG guidelines for flags in [[616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_(MUTCD_6F)#616.6.2.2_Flags_and_Advance_Warning_Rail_System_on_Signs|616.6.2.2 Flags and Advance Warning Rail System on Signs]] and [[616.5_Flagger_Control_(MUTCD_Chapter_6E)#616.5.3.4_Single_Flagger|616.5.3.4 Single Flagger]] to meet the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).  [[:Category:612_Impact_Attenuators#612.1.4_MoDOT_Equipment.2FMaterials_Stored_in_Bed_of_Protective_Vehicle_Guidelines|612.1.4 MoDOT Equipment/Materials Stored in Bed of Protective Vehicle Guidelines]] was updated to describe how to safely carry loads/cargo in back of the PV as long as it is secure.
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FHWA approval of railroad agreements is required for federal full oversight projects. A copy of the written agreement shall be transmitted to the [http://www.modot.org/business/manuals/LPAContacts.htm MoDOT district contact] for FHWA review.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">September 19, 2023
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*Added new EPG article [[907.10_Complete_Streets|907.10 Complete Streets]].
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Authorization will not be granted until any necessary railroad agreements are executed.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">September 15, 2023
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*[[616.8_Typical_Applications_(MUTCD_6H)|616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)]] was updated.
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==136.9.2.5 Bridge (Structure) Submittals==
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*Added info and related notes & pay items to EPG for Decorative Pedestrian Fence. Creating Bridge Standard Drawings. Incorporating a Bridge Pre-qualified Listing (BPPL) for decorative fencing in EPG [[751.6_General_Quantities#751.6.1_Index_of_Quantities|751.6.1 Index of Quantities]], [[751.12_Barriers,_Railings,_Curbs_and_Fences#751.12.5_Decorative_Pedestrian_Fence|751.12.5 Decorative Pedestrian Fence]], and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes|751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]].
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The LPA is required to submit various deliverables on federally funded projects which include structures as defined in [[136.7 Design#136.7.2.2.2 General Types of Structures|EPG 136.7.2.2.2 General Types of Structures]].  The requirement for PS&E submittal deliverables is mandatory for structures that meet the definition for highway bridges and culverts as found in [[136.7 Design#136.7.2.2.1 Funding/Programs|EPG 136.7.2.2.1 Highway Bridges and Culverts]]. For structures that fit the definitions given in [[136.7 Design#136.7.2.2.2.2 Non-NBI Length Bridges and Culverts|EPG 136.7.2.2.2.2 Non-NBI Length Bridges and Culverts]], [[136.7 Design#136.7.2.2.2.3 Pedestrian Structures|EPG 136.7.2.2.2.3 Pedestrian Structures]], [[136.7 Design#137.7.2.2.2.4 Retaining Walls|EPG 136.7.2.2.2.4 Retaining Walls]] and [[136.7 Design#136.7.2.2.2.5 Structures on MoDOT Right of Way|EPG 136.7.2.2.2.5 Structures on MoDOT Right of Way]], the engineer of record shall review these sections to determine the appropriate PS&E deliverables that  are required and to determine the required input from MoDOT Bridge Division.  
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">August 14, 2023
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*Updated guidance that indicates when temporary stop signs should be placed at signalized intersections where the electric is out in EPG [[902.5_Traffic_Control_Signal_Features_(MUTCD_Chapter_4D)#902.5.43.1_Temporary_Stop_Signs_at_Signalized_Intersections|902.5.43.1 Temporary Stop Signs at Signalized Intersections]].
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*Updated wind loads in EPG [[751.2_Loads#751.2.2.3_Wind_Loads|751.2.23 Wind Loads]] to current LRFD Bridge design Specifications.
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To aid in the determination of the various deliverables and the responsibilities for these deliverables, the tables in [[136.7 Design#136.7.2.2.7 Structure Submittal Requirements|EPG 136.7.2.2.7 Structure Submittal]] shall be reviewed by the engineer of record. For structures that will be NBI length, [[media:Fig_136_9_1_Jan_23.xlsx|Fig. 136.9.1]] may also be used for guidance on the deliverables required.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">August 11, 2023
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*Updated EPG [[:Category:753_Bridge_Inspection_Rating|753.15 (Section 15) - Bridge Inspection Rating Manual]] to make the load rating process clearer to users. For efficiency purposes, excel Load Rating Summary Sheets have also been added to the EPG.
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Renovation or demolition of structures requires hazardous waste reports (lead paint and asbestos inspection reports) and must be in the bid proposal. Additionally, a notification of demolition 10 days prior to the start of structure work is required per [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=5 Sec 202.40.1.1].  For more guidance, refer to [[136.6 Environmental and Cultural Requirements#136.6.4.10.1 Renovation and Demolition of Structures|EPG 136.6.4.10.1 Renovation and Demolition of Structures]].
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">July 21, 2023
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*Updated and created new graphs for EPG [[751.22_Prestressed_Concrete_I_Girders#751.22.1.3_Typical_Span_Ranges|751.22.1.3 Typical Span Ranges]] and [[751.22_Prestressed_Concrete_I_Girders#751.22.1.4_Span_and_Structure_Lengths|751.21.4 Span and Structure Lengths]] to better reflect current design practices,
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==136.9.2.6 Proprietary Items==
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*Revised [[616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_(MUTCD_6F)|616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)]] to add Type IV Fluorescent Orange, replacing Type IV Orange and Type IX/XI Fluorescent Orange for trim-line and drum-like channelizers. Type IV Fluorescent Orange will provide better visibility and luminance at driver's normal observation angle. Type IX/XI are designed for higher observation angle performance and incur higher costs to the TTCD.
  
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The use of proprietary items on federally funded projects is discouraged. However, circumstances may exist that require specific products to meet the project need. In these instances, in order for the proprietary item to be eligible for federal funds, three separate, competing products must be identified in the contract documents and an alternative product approval process must be indicated for each proprietary item included.  If certain conditions exist that cause this requirement to be unachievable a Public Interest Finding must be obtained.  Any proprietary item that does not meet one of the two previously described conditions, must be noted as non-participating on the estimate. Prior to submitting the PS&E, the LPA should obtain a public interest finding for any proprietary items included in the project.  The proprietary item and the date the public interest finding was issued should be noted on the PS&E Submittal Checklist that accompanies the PS&E submittal.  See [[136.7 Design|EPG 136.7]] for details regarding proprietary items and public interest findings.
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*Revised [[:Category:1041_Polypropylene_Culvert_Pipe#1041.7_Polypropylene_Culvert_Pipe_Properties|1041.7 Polypropylene Culvert Pipe Properties]] for current AASHTO references concerning polypropylene storm sewer pipe and NTPEP requirement to be placed on the qualified list. [[750.7_Non-Hydraulic_Considerations#750.7.2_Types|750.7.2]] was also updated to clean up some wording to accurately describe which pipe type is allowable for each group of pipe.
  
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==136.9.2.7 Design Exceptions/Variances==
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*Added guidance on the change from the contractor self perform requirement from 40% to 30% in  [[:Category:108_Prosecution_and_Progress#108.1.1_Review_and_Approval_of_a_Subcontract_Request|108.1.1 Review and Approval of a Subcontract Request]].
  
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A registered Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri must sign the approval for design exceptions.  In addition, the LPA representative with approval authority shall sign approvals for design exceptions.  Additional procedures concerning documentation requirements can be found in [[136.7 Design|EPG 136.7]].
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*[[:Category:1017_Slag_Cement|1017 Slag Cement]] was revised to better define slag. Slag cement is the industry terminalolgy and intended material.
  
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==136.9.2.8 Work By Local Forces==
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*Modify referenced ASTM materal standards for HDPE in [[:Category:1060_Electrical_Conduit|1060 Electrical Conduit]] to accurately reflect use as electrical conduit.
  
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When an LPA desires to use their own forces to construct a project financed with federal funds, a request must be submitted to MoDOT for approval.  See [[136.3 Federal Aid Basics#136.3.12 Federal-aid Participation for Local Work|EPG 136.3.12]] for details on work by local forces.
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*[[:Category:1007_Aggregate_for_Base|1007 Aggregate for Base]] processes for the Districts and CM Lab are being updated to establish how comparable and non-comparable tests and material will be handled.  
  
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==136.9.2.9 Non-Infrastructure Projects==
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*Added AASHTO Reference for filter sock to [[806.2_Sediment_Control_Measures|806.2 Sediment Control Measures]] and [[806.8_Storm_Water_Pollution_Prevention_Plan_(SWPPP)#806.8.6.4_Sediment_Control_Measures|806.8.6.4 Sediment Control Measures]].
  
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Submittals for non-infrastructure projects will vary. See [[136.5 Non-Infrastructure|EPG 136.5 Non-Infrastructure]] for details concerning various types of non-infrastructure projects and the required submittals.
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*[[616.27_Fleet_Lighting|Fleet Lighting]] and [[:Category:612_Impact_Attenuators#612.1.2_MoDOT_Protective_Vehicle.2FTMA_Marking_and_Lighting|612.1.2 MoDOT Protective Vehicle/TMA Marking and Lighting]] were updated to align with the new typical applications.
  
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==136.9.2.10 ADA Checklist==
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*Shop drawing review and fabrication inspection responsibilities have been updated in [[106.16_Special_Designs_and_Shop_Drawings#106.16.2_Shop_Drawings|106.16.2 Shop Drawings]] and [[:Category:1080_Structural_Steel_Fabrication#1080.2_Fabrication_Inspection_Shipment_Release_.28FISR.29|1080.2 Fabrication Inspection Shipment Release (FISR)]]
  
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The [https://epg.modot.org/forms/CM/ADA_Checklist.pdf ADA Checklist (PDF version of Fig. 136.9.4) (Rev. June 15, 2022)] (or the  [https://epg.modot.org/forms/CM/ADA_Checklist.docx MS Word version of the ADA Checklist, Fig. 136.9.4 (Rev. June 15, 2022)]), must also be submitted as supporting documentation to the PS&E.
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*Updated [[:Category:950_Automated_Traffic_Enforcement#950.1.4_Violation_Study|950.1.4 Violation Study]] and [[:Category:950_Automated_Traffic_Enforcement#950.1.6_Conditions_for_Intersections_with_Automated_Red-Light_Violation_Enforcement_Equipment_Installed_After_January_2011|950.1.6 Conditions for Intersections with Automated Red-Light Violation Enforcement Equipment Installed After January 2011]]. Clarifcation was added for who at MoDOT will review the data.
  
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==136.9.2.11 PS&E Certification==
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*[[751.10_General_Superstructure#751.10.1.12_Slab_Pouring_Sequences_and_Construction_Joints|751.10.1.12 Slab Pouring Sequences and Construction Joints]] and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#H6._Pouring_and_Finishing_Concrete_Slabs|H6. Pouring and Finishing Concrete Slabs]] have been updated to clarify for simple spans and for redecks (both don’t require pouring sequences) that decks shall be poured up grade.
  
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The LPA certification of PS&E (Fig. 136.9.5) must be submitted with the PS&E when the LPA decides to use standard specifications other than ''Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction''.  The LPA must certify that the specifications meet all state and federal laws and regulations.
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*[[:Category:242_Optional_and_Alternate_Pavement_Designs#242.6_Specifying_One_Pavement_Type|242.6 Specifying One Pavement Type]] was updated to change documentation requirements from Design Exception, to file a memo in eProjects.  The State Design Engineer and State Construction and Materials Engineer will still need to be informed when one pavement type is specified on a MoDOT contract.
  
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=136.9.3 Plans =
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*Added acceeleration/decereation lane guidance lookup table to [[233.2_At-Grade_Intersections_with_Stop_and_Yield_Control#233.2.6_Type_4:_Directional_Median_Opening_with_Downstream_U-Turns|233.2.6 Type 4: Directional Median Opening with Downstream U-Turns]]
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The LPA must submit plans as a part of the PS&E submittal package.  For requirements on the content of the plans see [[136.7 Design|EPG 136.7]].  Before submitting plans, the LPA should ensure that all plan sheets are signed and sealed by the engineer of record and that the title sheet is signed by the LPA.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">June 27, 2023
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*Updated TRB’s NCHRP Report 1043, Guide for Roundabouts in [[233.3_Roundabouts|233.3 Roundabouts]]
  
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=136.9.4 Bid Documents=
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*Updated [[:Category:753_Bridge_Inspection_Rating|753 Bridge Inspection Rating]] - A new section was added to the Bridge Inspection Rating Manual - Tunnel Inspection Requirements in Missouri
  
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Bid documents include the [[#136.9.4.1 Bid Proposal|bid proposal]], [[#136.9.4.2 Specifications|specifications]] and [[#136.9.4.3 Standard Plans|standard plans]].
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*Updated [[:Category:941_Permits_and_Access_Requests#941.10_Automated_License_Plate_Readers_and_Pan-Tilt-Zoom_Cameras|941.10 Automated License Plate Readers and Pan-Tilt-Zoom Cameras]] to reflect new approval process with the Department of Public Safety and clearification on existing guidance.
  
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EPG 136.9.4 includes a breakdown of required provisions and restrictions.  Many are included in the boilerplate ([[media:Fig. 136.9.3 Jan 2023.docx|Fig. 136.9.3]]) and FHWA 1273 ([http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/contracts/1273/1273.pdf Fig. 136.9.7]).  Others should to be included in the specifications and job special provisions, as necessary.
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*Updates to [[:Category:941_Permits_and_Access_Requests#941.2_Entrance_Requests_Within_Controlled_Access_Right_of_Way|941.2 Entrance Requests Within Controlled Access Right of Way]] have been made to improve coordination between district traffic and right of way staff.
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==136.9.4.1 Bid Proposal ==
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">May 24, 2023
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*Added two new Material Inspection Test Methods to 106.3.2:  [[106.3.2.91_TM-91,_Determination_of_Total_Sulfur_in_Fly_Ash_by_Sodium_Carbonate_fusion|106.3.2.91 TM-91, Determination of Total Sulfur in Fly Ash by Sodium Carbonate fusion]] and [[106.3.2.92_TM-92,_Determination_of_Sulfide_sulfur_by_oxidation_of_blended_slag_cements|106.3.2.92 TM-92, Determination of Sulfide sulfur by oxidation of blended slag cements]].
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The LPA is required to use the Federal Project Bid Proposal Boilerplate ([[media:Fig. 136.9.3 Jan 2023.docx|Fig. 136.9.3]]) or an approved modified version of the boilerplate. For approval of a modified version of the boilerplate, the LPA must submit a proposed version to their [http://www.modot.org/business/manuals/LPAContacts.htm MoDOT district contact].The approval of the modified version must occur prior to submitting a project for review and approval.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">May 1, 2023
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*Updated [[Media:903.2a_Signpost_Selection_Guide_2022-5-23.xls|Signpost Selection Guide]] to show "BREAKAWAY REQUIRED" note for applicable entries in the PSST tab.
  
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The bid proposal must contain <u>The Notice to Contractors</u>.  This notice is located in the front of the bid proposal and  provides prospective bidders with the bid opening date, time and location where bids will be received and opened; a brief description of the project; and the time and location of any pre-bid meetings.  
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*Revised [[751.21_Prestressed_Concrete_Slab_and_Box_Beams#751.21.3.4_Prestressing_Strands|EPG 751.21.3.4]] to always use regular-size and fully stressed prestressing strands for the top two prestressing strands for the purpose of supporting the reinforcement cage. The 3/8” support strands are not sufficiently supporting the reinforcement cage.  
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The bid proposal must also contain a List of items required in order for the bids to be considered responsive:  Federal regulations state that any requirements the bidder must comply with to be considered responsive should be clearly identified in the bidding documents. (Refer to [http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov/cgi/t/text/text-idx?c=ecfr&sid=ad83a0198b1b37c4c10512d1b769e803&rgn=div8&view=text&node=23:1.0.1.7.23.1.1.12&idno=23 Title 23 CFR, Sections 635.112]).  
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">April 26, 2023
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*Due to a new code of federal regulations relating to bridge weight classifications, [[903.5_Regulatory_Signs#903.5.36_Weight_Limit_Signs_.28R12_Series.29_.28MUTCD_Section_2B.59.29|903.5.36]] has been updated to reflect the changes in signs which will be associated with the new classifications.
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The [[media:Fig_136_9_1_Jan_23.xlsx|Final PS&E Submittal Checklist Fig. 136.9.1]] includes a list of required federal provisions.
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*A revision to Sec 401.7.6 will clarify that the density requirement applies to only unconfined longitudinal joints. [[:Category:401_Bituminous_Base_and_Pavement#401.2.6_Construction_Requirements_.28Sec_401.7.29|EPG 401.2.6]] pertaining to this spec has been modified.
  
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===136.9.4.1.1 Bid Proposal – Required Provisions===
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*Updated [[751.10_General_Superstructure#751.10.4_Conduit_Systems|EPG 751.10.4]] and [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#H4._Conduit_System|751.50]] to clarify allowed conduit size and junction box size in concrete barrier Type D, Type H, bridge abutment wing and slab.
  
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====136.9.4.1.1.1 Contract Time====
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*Added the reasoning behind the 90 day camber for typical bridge projects in [[751.22_Prestressed_Concrete_I_Girders|EPG 751.22]] and consideration of line sag is necessary to retrieve accurate camber measurements in [[:Category:1029_Fabricating_Prestressed_Concrete_Members_for_Bridges#1029.2.13_Inspection_of_Completed_Members|EPG 1029.2.13.]]
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Contract Time must be specified in the bid proposal and must be monitored by the LPA.  Contract time is defined as the maximum time allowed in the contract for completion of all work contained in the contract documents. This time can be established in the specifications by either a specific completion date or a fixed number of calendar days or working days. The definition of calendar days and workings days must be included in the bid proposal if the LPA is not using MoDOT specifications. Contract time often becomes an issue when the traveling public is inconvenienced without any apparent reason. While there may be several reasons for a project to appear dormant, frequently the cause can be traced to excessive contract time or poor contractor scheduling.  
 
  
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Insufficient contract time can result in higher bid prices, increased time overruns and claims, inefficiencies and safety problems. On the other hand, excess contract time can result in increased inefficiencies, unnecessary delays and inconvenience to the public.
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*Updated [[750.6_Erosion_Control_and_Energy_Dissipation#750.6.3.3_Rock_Ditch_Liner|EPG 750.6.3.3]] clarifying that geotextile is required with Rock Blanket, and now requiring in all installations of Rock Ditch Liner.
  
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There are several different techniques used to determine contract time.  See [[237.8 Contract Time|EPG 237.8]] for more information.
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*Updated [[:Category:450_Bituminous_Pavement_Design|EPG 450]] to reflect a change in policy to increase minimum lift thicknesses for Superpave and Bituminous Pavement mixes, as per "four times the nominal maximum aggregate size" as recommended by NCHRP study.  Additionally, language was added to explain MSCR Graded binders.
  
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The LPA should strive for the shortest practical duration of traffic interruptions during highway construction. Innovative contracting methods including incentive/disincentive (I/D), lane rental, A+B contracts or other contract provisions for early completion are available to minimize traffic inconvenience and delay. The FHWA Technical Advisory 5080.10, Incentive/Disincentive for Early Completion, describes this technique in detail, and is available in the appendix of FHWA's [http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/contracts/coretoc.cfm ''Contract Administration Core Curriculum''].
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*Update to current sheeting types in [[616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_(MUTCD_6F)|EPG 616.6.]]
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*References to LRFD specifications for development lengths and splice lengths have been updated to those of the current version of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
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*Articles [[751.5_Structural_Detailing_Guidelines|751.5]] and [[751.37_Drilled_Shafts#751.37.6.1_Reinforcement_Design|751.37.6.1]] have been updated to reflect these changes.
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A provision for liquidated damages must be included in the bid proposal and must be administered by the LPA. The term liquidated damages means the daily amount set forth in the contract to be deducted from the contract price to cover additional costs incurred by the LPA because of the contractor’s failure to complete the contract work within the number of calendar days or work days specified.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">April 12, 2023
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*Added verification of signature link and updating language addressing types of appraisals required during condemnations in [[:LPA:136.8_Local_Public_Agency_Land_Acquisition#136.8.5.2_Title_Information|EPG 136.8.5.2]], [[236.7_Negotiation#236.7.1.13_Pre-Negotiation_Preparation|EPG 236.7.1.13]], and [[EPG 236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.5_Appraisal.2C_Waiver_Valuation_and_Written_Offer_.28RSMo_523.253.29|236.10.7.5]].
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The actual liquidated damage rate must be specified in the bid proposal.  The amount of project costs that will be eligible for federal participation will be reduced by the amount of any liquidated damages assessed against the contractor.  In determining the amount eligible for participation, the amount of liquidated damages will first be deducted from the amount of construction engineering claimed and then from construction costs if the amount of liquidated damages exceeds the amount of construction engineering.  The liquidated  damages should be, at a minimum,  the amount  shown in the following table corresponding to the original contract amount to minimize the risk of losing full federal participation.
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*Updated the terminology of divisional (formerly median) islands constructed with non-mountable curbs in EPG Articles [[233.2_At-Grade_Intersections_with_Stop_and_Yield_Control#233.2.12_Islands|233.2.12 Islands]], [[643.4_Railroads#643.4.1.14_Railroad_Crossing_Median_Islands|643.4.1.14 Railroad Crossing Median Islands]] and [[901.1_Lighting_to_be_Provided,_Operated,_and_Maintained_at_State_Expense|901.1.2 Basic Lighting and Intersections Including Ramp Terminals at Crossroads]].
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The bid proposal must include criteria requiring a bid guarantee of at least 5% of the bid amount. The bid proposal may include bid bond requirements over 5%, although the LPA should consider excessive burdens put on the contractor where higher percentage bid bonds are required on large projects. Bid bond requirements expressed as a dollar amount are not allowed. The bid guaranty can be in the form of a cashier’s check, certified check or bid bond.  Bid bonds must be guaranteed by a surety company authorized by the director of the department of insurance, financial institutions and professional registration to conduct surety business in the state of Missouri.  More detail regarding bid guaranty can be found in [https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=227.100 RSMO 227.100] and [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=4 Sec 102.9].  MoDOT has included an example bid bond in the Federal Project Bid Proposal Boilerplate [[media:Fig. 136.9.3 Jan 2023.docx|Fig. 136.9.3]].
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*Archived [[:Category:405 Processing Reclaimed Asphalt|405 Processing Reclaimed Asphalt]]. The information in this Article is outdated and has been removed.
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====136.9.4.1.1.4 Certifications Regarding Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ====
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The LPA shall include requirements for certification pursuant to 41 CFR Parts 60-2, 60.1, 60.1.4 and Executive Order No. 11246 regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity in the bidding documents. [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=4 Sec 102.18.1] details the compliance requirements. The Federal Project Bid Proposal Boilerplate ([[media:Fig. 136.9.3 Jan 2023.docx|Fig. 136.9.3]]) addresses this in (6) <u>CERTIFICATIONS FOR FEDERAL JOBS</u> for the prime contractor. .  If the bid proposal boilerplate is modified, Section 102.18.1 of the Missouri Standard Specification for Highway Construction cannot be waived.  A certification regarding affirmative action and equal opportunity for the subcontractor ([[media:136.9.2.doc|Fig. 136.9.2]]) must be submitted for all subcontractors prior to the notice to proceed for construction.
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*Updated [[:Category:401_Bituminous_Base_and_Pavement#401.2.3_Job_Mix_Formula_.28Sec_401.4.29|EPG 401.2.3]] and [[:Category:403_Asphaltic_Concrete_Pavement#403.1.4_Job_Mix_Formula|EPG 403.1.4]] so that District Materials may approve mix transfers if the mix quantity per project is 250 tons or less provided the mix type and contract binder grade match what’s listed on the plan sheets or change order.
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====136.9.4.1.1.5 Suspension and Debarment Certification ([http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=d55e4f29583a8177baf0aa23e2919235&mc=true&node=se23.1.635_1112&rgn=div8 23 CFR 635.112])====
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On all federal-aid construction contracts and all related subcontracts, the contractor and lower tier participants must certify they are in compliance with this provision. This includes subcontractors, material suppliers and vendors.
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*[[616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_(MUTCD_6F)#616.6.87_Temporary_Rumble_Strips_.28MUTCD_6F.87.29|616.6.87 Temporary Rumble_Strips  (MUTCD_6F.87)]] has been updated to discontinue short-term temporary rumble strips and continue the use of long-term temporary rumble strips.
  
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Each participant in the contract must certify “that it is not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any federal agency and they have not been convicted or had civil judgment rendered within the past 3 years for certain types of offenses”. It is the LPA’s responsibility to assure that the contractor is not suspended or debarred from federal contracts. The [https://www.sam.gov/portal/SAM/#1 System for Award Management] website is helpful.
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The LPA shall include the lobbying certification requirement 49 CFR Part 29 regarding suspension and debarment certification in the bidding documents.  The Federal Project Bid Proposal Boilerplate, covers this requirement in Section (6) <u>CERTIFICATIONS FOR FEDERAL JOBS</u>.  If the bid proposal boilerplate is modified, [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=4 Sec 102.18.1] cannot be waived.
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*Updated [[:Category:139_Design_-_Build|EPG 139 Design-Build]]</br>
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This revision updates the Design-Build guidance and processes for invoice reviews, risk to identify auditing, and other minor revisions.
  
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====136.9.4.1.1.6 Anti-collusion Provision ([http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=d55e4f29583a8177baf0aa23e2919235&mc=true&node=se23.1.635_1112&rgn=div8 23 CFR 635.112])====
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The bidding documents shall include a non-collusion provision to the following effect: Each bidder shall file a statement executed by, or on behalf of the person, firm, association, or corporation submitting the bid certifying that such person, firm, association, or corporation has not, either directly or indirectly, entered into any agreement, participated in any collusion, or otherwise taken any action, in restraint of free competitive bidding in connection with the submitted bid.
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Revisions to EPG 134 better emphasize how conflicts of interest are identified, better defines the solicitation and selection process, rating/scoring of consultants, and brings the entire process up to current practices.  
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The Federal Bid Proposal Boilerplate ([[media:Fig. 136.9.3 Jan 2023.docx|Figure 136.9.3]]), includes the anti-collusion certification requirements in Section (6) <u>CERTIFICATIONS FOR FEDERAL JOBS</u> and Section (14) <u>SIGNATURE AND IDENTITY OF BIDDER</u>. If the bid proposal boilerplate is modified, [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=4 Sec 102.18.3] cannot be waived.
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*Updated [[LPA:136.4_Consultant_Selection_and_Consultant_Contract_Management|EPG 136.4]]
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====136.9.4.1.1.7 Lobbying Certification ([http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/hep/49cfr20.htm 49 CFR part 20])====
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On all federally funded construction contracts and all related subcontracts of $100,000 or more, federal funds may not be used to provide financial gain to a member of congress or a federal agency. Awarding a federal-aid contract to a constituent would be an example of financial gain. This applies to contractors as well as subcontractors. A certification by the contractor indicating they have not and will not use federal funds to make any payments for lobbying must be included in the contract proposal.
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*Revising various specs and EPG articles ([[751.1_Preliminary_Design#751.1.2.9_Girder_Type_Selection|EPG 751.1.2.9]], [[751.6_General_Quantities|751.6]], [[751.14_Steel_Superstructure#751.14.5.8_Protective_Coating_Requirements|751.14.5.8]], [[751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes|751.50]], [[:Category:1045_Paint_for_Structural_Steel|1045]]) for updates to preferred paint systems. Adding organic zinc coatings and removing calcium sulfonate.
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The LPA shall include the lobbying certification requirement pursuant to 49 CFR part 20 in the bidding documents.  The Federal Project Bid Proposal Boilerplate ([[media:Fig. 136.9.3 Jan 2023.docx|Figure 136.9.3]]) includes the lobbying certification requirements in Section (6) <u>CERTIFICATIONS FOR FEDERAL JOBS</u>.  If the bid proposal boilerplate is modified, [http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=4 Sec 102.18.4] cannot be waived.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">January 10, 2023
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*Update [[903.6_Warning_Signs#903.6.11_Chevron_Alignment_Sign_.28W1-8.29_.28MUTCD_Section_2C.09.29|EPG 903.6.11]] Chevron Alignment Sign (W1-8)
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====136.9.4.1.1.8 Title VI Civil Rights Assurances ([http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=d55e4f29583a8177baf0aa23e2919235&mc=true&node=se23.1.635_1112&rgn=div8 23 CFR 635.112(d)])====
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The following Title VI Civil Rights Assurances notification must be included in the invitation to bidders in the front of all bid proposals and in any bid advertisements and invitations for bids:
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*Updated [[616.8_Typical_Applications_(MUTCD_6H)]]</br>
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*Added new Typical Applications Effective January 1, 2023
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:“The County/City/Organization of _______________________ hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals 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, religion, creed, sex, age, ancestry, or national origin in consideration for an award.”
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*Renamed and updated 127.28 Linking Planning and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to [[127.28_Planning_and_Environmental_Linkages_(PEL)_and_the_National_Environmental_Policy_Act_(NEPA)|127.28 Planning and Environmental Linkages (PEL) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)]]. The intent and definition of a PEL has changed since the EPG article was written. This update makes it current to practice.  
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====136.9.4.1.1.9 Inspection by MoDOT and FHWA ([http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=4 Sec 105.10])====
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The project Bid Proposal shall stipulate that MoDOT and FHWA may make inspections of the work at any time and that the contractor shall grant them access to all parts of the work.
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*[[910.5_ITS_Improvements_Procurement#910.5.1_ITS_Procurement_Overview|910.5.1]] - Added 2 CFR 200.216 reference on prohibited vendors
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====136.9.4.1.1.10 Wage Rates ([https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=290.263 RsMO 290.263])====
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A statement is required in the Bid Proposal  indicating that when state and federal wage rates are both required the higher of the two for each job classification should be used.
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*Added new EPG Article [[153.4 Administrative|153.4 Administrative]] in [[:Category:153 Agreements and Contracts|EPG 153 Agreements and Contracts]]
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The payment of predetermined minimum wages on federal-aid contracts is derived from the Davis-Bacon Act of 1931 and is prescribed by 23 USC 113. These wage rates must be physically inserted in the Bid Proposal on all federal-aid highway construction projects exceeding $2,000 and to all related subcontracts.
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*[[131.2_Proprietary_Items_and_Public_Interest_Findings|EPG 131.2]] - Removed FHWA and CFR references due to the Changes in 2019 no longer requiring it.
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The federal minimum wage rates are available directly from the [http://www.wdol.gov/ Department of Labor's Home Page]. Click on “Selecting DBA WDs” then, under "By Selection criteria beginning with:" select “Missouri”, select the appropriate county in which the work is taking place. For LPAs in Missouri to be in conformance with the federal “10-day rule”, LPAs are to access the “Federal Wage Rates” ten days prior to bid opening to see if updated federal wage rates have been posted. The applicable wage rates will be posted 10 days prior to the bid opening. When the wage rates change within the 10-day window, the LPA will not update the wage rates since doing so will not provide contractors with sufficient time to accommodate the revised wage order. If the updated wage rates have been posted, LPAs are required to issue an addendum to insert the updated wage rates in their final contract package.  
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">November 10, 2022
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*Correcting language related to NEPA and plan development milestones in EPG  [[127.1_Request_for_Environmental_Services#127.1.2.2_Preliminary_Plans_Stage|127.1.2.2]],  [[:Category:235_Preliminary_Plans#235.1_Purpose|235.1]], [[:Category:235_Preliminary_Plans#235.2_Procedure|235.2]], [[:Category:235_Preliminary_Plans#235.6_Approval_of_Preliminary_Plan|235.6]], [[236.13_Designing_Right_of_Way_Plans|236.13]]
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Federal wage rates are not required to be physically included in the contract advertising package provided they are referenced to an Internet web site address where they can be found or they can be posted at a referenced location that is readily accessible by all bidders. The final contract package signed by the LPA and the contractor must physically contain the federal wage rates, including updates if applicable.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">November 01, 2022
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*Modified [[LPA:136.1 Introduction#136.1.3.2 Preliminary and Final Design|EPG 136.1.3.2]], [[LPA:136.7 Design#136.7.2.1.6.1 Minimum Plan Requirements|EPG 136.7.2.1.6.1]], and [[LPA:136.7 Design#136.7.2.2.5.1 General Guidance|EPG 136.7.2.2.5.1]].  Added clarification of the requirement to have LPA preliminary plans reviewed and approved prior to submitting ROW plans for review and approval and provide the approval on a specific memo.  
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=====136.9.4.1.1.10.2 State Wage Rates ([http://www.sos.mo.gov/adrules/csr/current/8csr/8c30-3.pdf 8 CSR 30-3])=====
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The LPA must request an Annual State Wage Determination for each contract from the Industrial Commission, Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DOLIR), Box 449, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102 or by calling (573) 751-3403. The LPA will receive a password from the Missouri DOLIR which is required to access the official Annual Wage Order and incremental increases on the [http://labor.mo.gov/ Missouri DOLIR webpage]. Contracts must be awarded within one year of the issuance of the official Annual Wage Order or the LPA will be required to request a new Annual Wage Order determination.  '''The Annual Wage Order must be included in the proposal and must be part of the contract.'''
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*[[:Category:403_Asphaltic_Concrete_Pavement#403.1_Construction_Inspection_for_Sec_403|EPG Section 403.1]] has been revised primarily to incorporate a longstanding separate Word doc, which explained sampling, testing and acceptance procedures for projects with Superpave mixes.  Additional revisions were made to update in accordance with current construction and materials specifications.
  
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====136.9.4.1.1.11 E-Verify Affidavit & MOU ([https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=285.530 RsMO 285.530])====
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*[[903.3_Ground-Mounted_Sign_Supports#903.3.4.4_Pipe_Posts|903.3.4.4]] was updated to eliminate redundant 3" pipe post and update capacities.
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The bid proposal must state that requirements regarding the Federal Work Authorization Program and list the Federal website for E-Verify.  The bid proposal must state that the E-verify affidavit and MOU must be submitted prior to award of the contract.
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====136.9.4.1.1.12 OSHA 10-Hour Training ([https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=292.675 RsMO 292.675])====
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The bid proposal must state that the bidders must adhere to the OSHA 10-Hour Training requirements.
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*[[:Category:712_Structural_Steel_Construction#712.1.5_High_Strength_Bolts_.28Sec_712.7.29|EPG 712.1.5]] updated to reflect modified testing requirements for high strength bolts.
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On all federal-aid construction projects, 23 CFR 635.410 requires that steel and iron used be made in the United States. The “Buy America” provision is applicable to all steel and iron materials, except as noted below, regardless of the percentage of steel in the manufactured product.  All manufacturing processes involved in steel or iron products must occur within the United States. These processes include rolling, extruding, machining, bending, grinding, drilling, coating, welding and smelting. Domestically produced steel billets or iron ingots shipped overseas for any process and returned to the United States do not conform to this requirement.
 
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:* Minimal use of all foreign material in which the total delivery cost to the project site is less than $2500 or 0.1 percent of the contract amount, whichever is greater.  
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Updated wording in [[806.1 Erosion Control Measures#806.1.7 Temporary Seeding|EPG 806.1.7 Temporary Seeding]], [[806.1 Erosion Control Measures#806.1.7.1 Design Considerations|EPG 806.1.7.1 Design Considerations]] and [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)|EPG 806.8.6.3.7.1 Temporary Seeding and Mulching ]]to be in sync with the July 2022 Revisions
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:* Raw materials; scrap temporary steel items such as sheet pilings, bridges, steel scaffolding and false work.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">September 8, 2022
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Updated the guidance for [[:Category:129 Public Involvement|EPG Category:129 Public Involvement]]
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:* Materials that remain in place at the contractor’s convenience such as sheet pilings and forms.
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">September 6, 2022
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Updated Request for Environmental Services(RES) Instruction Manual in [[:Category:101 Standard Forms|EPG Category:101 Standard Forms]], [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services|EPG 127.1 Request for Environmental Services]] and [[:Category:128 Conceptual Studies|EPG Category:128 Conceptual Studies]]
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:* Pig iron manufactured outside the United States.  
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<div style="margin: 15px; border:1px solid black; width:97%; background-color:white; padding:5px; border-radius:5px; box-shadow:10px 10px 5px #888888">September 1, 2022
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Updated figures  [[Media:136.6.15_e106_Example_2022.pdf|136.6.15 Example e106 Form]] and [[Media:136.6.16 2022.pdf|136.6.16 LPA Project Checklist for Adverse Effects]] in [[LPA:136.6 Environmental and Cultural Requirements|EPG LPA:136.6 Environmental and Cultural Requirements]]
  
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An LPA shall not list an ineligible iron or steel product as “nonparticipating” in order to circumvent the Buy America requirements.
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Updated the table in [[153.21 Traffic|EPG 153.21 Traffic]] TR06 was modified and TR07 and TR30 were removed
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A waiver of the Buy America requirements by the FHWA Division Administrator is permitted for specific projects, specific products, specific geographical areas or combinations if:
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Noise Ordinance Signing overhauled to [[903.5 Regulatory Signs#903.5.43 Engine Brake Muffler Required Signing|EPG 903.5.43 Engine Brake Muffler Required Signing]]
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Update to [[:616.14 Work Zone Safety and Mobility Policy#616.14.3.4_Work_Zone_Review_Team|EPG 616.14.3.4 Work Zone Review Team]] - During work zone reviews, video recording is used to help viewing work zone after the formal review if there is questions of the work zone.  The video recording allows to retain up to 5 buisiness days and then shall be deleted
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:* There is not a sufficient supply of domestic materials of satisfactory quality.
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The [[:Category:753 Bridge Inspection Rating|Bridge Inspection Rating Manual]] has been updated
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Failure to comply with the Buy America Policy can result in loss of federal funding, not just for the item, but for the entire project. Approval for waiver of Buy America requirements must be obtained from FHWA.
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Removed Warning lights from [[616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices|EPG 616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices]], [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations|EPG 616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations]], [[616.4 Pedestrian and Worker Safety (MUTCD Chapter 6D)|EPG 616.4 Pedestrian and Worker Safety (MUTCD Chapter 6D)]], [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)|EPG 616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)]] and [[616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)|EPG 616.7 Type of Temporary Traffic Control Zone Activities (MUTCD 6G)]]
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'''Buy America should not be confused with Buy American.'''
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[[620.6 Colored Pavements#620.6.1 School Logo Pavement Markings|EPG 620.6.1 School Logo Pavement Markings]] - This new guidance clarifies that these markings are not permitted
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File Naming Convention for all eProject Documents - New guidelines are available in [[237.13 Contract Plan File Name Convention#237.13.1 Design Contract Plans|EPG 237.13.1 Design Contract Plans]] for a filing convention that is searchable without bringing undue pressure or constraint upon the districts
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The bid proposal shall stipulate that the prime contractor on a project must perform, with its own staff, contract work amounting to not less than 30% of the total original contract price.
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[[751.14 Steel Superstructure|EPG 751.14 Steel Superstructure]] - Guidance for tension flanges with holes was clarified in [[751.14 Steel Superstructure#Tension Flanges with Holes|EPG 751.14.2.2 Analysis Methods]], [[751.14 Steel Superstructure#Holes in the tension flange1|EPG 751.14.5.1 Bearing Stiffeners]] and [[751.14 Steel Superstructure#Holes in the tension flange2|EPG 751.14.5.2 Int. Diaphragms and Cross Frames]]
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The bid proposal shall also stipulate that second-tier subcontracting will not be permitted on the project. The bid proposal must state that it will be the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that subcontractors do not subcontract any portion of the work.
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Pushbutton Locations - In [[902.6 Pedestrian Control Features (MUTCD Chapter 4E)#902.6.8 Pedestrian Detectors (MUTCD Section 4E.08)|EPG 902.6.8 Pedestrian Detectors]] and in the [https://epg.modot.org/forms/CM/ADA_Checklist.pdf ADA Checklist], guidance has been updated to reflect the minimum distance of pushbuttons from the curb line has been returned to 30 inches
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Prequalification of contractors may be required as a condition of submission of a bid or award of contract only if the period between the date of issuing a request for bids and the date of opening of bids affords sufficient time to enable a bidder to obtain the required prequalification rating or approval. All prequalification criteria must be submitted to MoDOT for approval in advance of the date of issuing a request for bids.   The intent of the pre-qualification of contractors is not to intentionally disqualify contractor but to qualify contractors based on a set criteria.
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[[236.5 Property Management#236.5.25.5 Risk Assessment|EPG 236.5.25.5 Risk Assessment]] - Sovereign immunity limits increased in January 2022 and MoDOT's per occurrence coverage increased from $3.0 M to $3.5 M
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Depending upon the project type and the LPA’s preference, one of the following scenarios will apply to a project: 
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In [[751.11 Bearings#751.11.3.6 Girder/Beam Chairs|EPG 751.11.3.6 Girder/Beam Chairs]], [[751.22 Prestressed Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.5 Strands at Girder Ends|EPG 751.22.3.5 Strands at Girder Ends]] and [[751.22 Prestressed Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.7 Closed Concrete Intermediate Diaphragms|EPG 751.22.3.7 Closed Concrete Intermediate Diaphragms through EPG 751.22.3.11 Steel Intermediate Diaphragms]], guidance was revised to decrease the footprint of girder/beam chairs, clarify and expand concrete diaphragm details to incorporate larger girders, and remove web coil ties in bulb-tees and NU girders to reflect the recent change to standard drawings
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:* LPA shall require MoDOT Pre-Qualification
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[[907.8 Speed Trailers Deployed by Others|EPG 907.8 Speed Trailers Deployed by Others]] - This new article provides guidance for speed trailer deployment to aid local law enforcement in the proper use of these devices
  
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:* LPA shall waive MoDOT Pre-Qualification and use no pre-qualification requirement
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[[:Category:941 Permits and Access Requests#941.10 Automated License Plate Readers and Pan-Tilt-Zoom Cameras|EPG 941.10 Automated License Plate Readers and Pan-Tilt-Zoom Cameras]] - Guidance for the License Plate Reader (LPR) was clarified and expanded for proper LPR installations as identified through processing initial requests
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:*  LPA shall waive MoDOT Pre-Qualification and use their own pre-qualification process i.e. LPA pre-qualification
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[[:Category:747 Bridge Reports and Layouts#747.2.2.4 HEC-RAS GEO Files for Stream Crossings|EPG 747.2.2.4 HEC-RAS GEO Files for Stream Crossings]] - This subarticle was retitled and its guidance updated to reflect the current use of the "HEC-RAS Convertor for Open Roads Designer" spreadsheet
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'''136.9.4.1.1.14.2.1 Required MoDOT Pre-qualification '''
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The guidelines, book job guidelines, JSP packages, book job JSP packages and contractor pdf files were updated in [[:Category:402 Bituminous Surface Leveling|EPG 402 Bituminous Surface Leveling]] and [[:Category:409 Seal Coat|EPG 409 Seal Coat]]
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In accordance with Section 102.2 of the Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, a prime contractor must have a fully responsive contractor questionnaire on file with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) at least seven (7) days prior to the bid opening date if this project involves roadway or bridge work. To get on the approved contractor listing prior to letting, click here. A statement regarding this pre-qualification of a prime contractor must be included in the bid proposal.   For projects involving a roadway or bridge construction, the MoDOT pre-qualification process is required unless the LPA has their own pre-qualification process that had been approved by MoDOT in advance of the project being advertised for bids. For LPA pre-qualification see EPG 136.9.4.1.1.14.2.3.
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[[751.9 LFD Seismic#751.9.3.1.1 Anchor Bolts|EPG 751.9.3.1.1 Anchor Bolts through EPG 751.9.3.1.4 Concrete Shear Blocks]], [[751.11 Bearings#Anchor Bolts|EPG 751.11.2.1 Elastomeric Bearings]], [[751.11 Bearings#751.11.3.5 Anchor Bolts|EPG 751.11.3.5 Anchor Bolts]], [[751.22 Prestressed Concrete I Girders#751.22.2.7 Dowel Bars|EPG 751.22.2.7 Dowel Bars]] and [[751.22 Prestressed Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.14 Concrete Shear Blocks|EPG 751.22.3.14 Concrete Shear Blocks]] - Guidance for the design of bearing anchor bolt, dowel bar and shear block has been expanded and clarified
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'''136.9.4.1.1.14.2.2 Waiving MoDOT Pre-qualification '''
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[[:Category:105 Control of Work#105.15 Project Acceptance|EPG 105.15 Project Acceptance]] - Guidance for project acceptance has been clarified and updated to current practice in EPG 105.15, [[:Category:108 Prosecution and Progress#8. Date of Final Inspection|EPG 108.16.1 Informational Dates]] and [[:Category:109 Measurement and Payment#109.8 Final Acceptance and Payment (for Sec 109.8)|EPG 109.8 Final Acceptance and Payment]]
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If the LPA elects to waive MoDOT’s prequalification process, the following sentence must be inserted into the bid proposal in order to allow contractors not on the listing to submit a bid for the project. “Sec 102.2 of the Missouri Standard Specifications for Highway Construction will be waived for this project.” This statement may only be used on proposed improvements that do not contain roadway or bridge construction (i.e., landscaping, sidewalks, bicycle path, etc.).   
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[[:Category:712 Structural Steel Construction#712.1.4.1.3 Shear Connector Welding|EPG 712.1.4 Welding]] - Guidance for stud welding has been updated to align with Sec 712.6.3. Also, outdated references to field welder cards has been removed
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'''136.9.4.1.1.14.2.3 LPA Pre-qualification'''
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Construction Inspection Guidance for Records to be Maintained - [[:Category:137 Construction Inspection Guidance for Records to be Maintained#137.1 Location|EPG 137.1 Location]] and [[:Category:137 Construction Inspection Guidance for Records to be Maintained#137.6 Close Out Procedure for External CM SharePoint Quality Management Documents|EPG 137.6 Close Out Procedure for External CM SharePoint Quality Management Documents]] now present updated information about how CM Division stores electronic contract documents
  
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An LPA may wish to use a pre-qualification other than MoDOT’s for proposed improvements. A statement regarding the pre-qualification of a prime contractor must be included in the bid advertisement. The statement should include information for how the contractor can become pre-qualified or indicate where the information can be found. The LPA pre-qualification process must be approved by MoDOT prior to the advertisement for bids for the project.   Requests for approval of qualification criteria must be submitted to MoDOT at least 60 calendar days in advance of the advertisement for bids.  
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Guidance for PSST anchor installations has been updated and clarified. [[903.3 Ground-Mounted Sign Supports#903.3.4.3 Perforated Square Steel Tube Posts (PSST)|EPG 903.3.4.3 Perforated Square Steel Tube Posts (PSST)]]
  
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While developing qualification criteria, the LPA should keep in mind that any requirements for the pre-qualification must be based upon a full and appropriate evaluation of the contractor’s capability to perform the work.  For further discussion on prequalification of bidders see AASHTO’s [http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/contracts/ashtobid.cfm ''Suggested Guidelines for Strengthening Bidding and Contract Procedures''].  This publication contains useful information for consideration when developing pre-qualification criteria.
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Seeding, Mulching and Temporary Seeding - Guidance in [[:Category:802 Mulching|EPG 802 Mulching]], [[:Category:805 Seeding|EPG 805 Seeding]], [[806.1 Erosion Control Measures|EPG 806.1 Erosion Control Measures]] and [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)#806.8.6.3.7.1 Temporary Seeding and Mulching (MO Specifications Sec 802 and Sec 805)|EPG 806.8.6.3.7.1 Temporary Seeding and Mulching]] reflects the new standard seed mixes, fertilizer, and lime rates (as shown in the new [https://www.modot.org/media/37677 Standard Plan 805.00 Seeding]) to promote a more effective vegetative establishment, allowing for quicker project  finalization.  MoDOT is obligated to stabilize disturbed areas with permanent building materials or perennial vegetative cover to minimize erosion and sedimentation of disturbed areas. New guidance for cool season and warm season grasses is available. Mulching will not be required for final seeded areas where temporary seeding is planned for temporary stabilization of areas to receive warm season grasses.  A new [[media:Table 805.2.4a.docx|Guide for Grass Species]] is available in [[:Category:805 Seeding#805.2.4 Acceptance (Sec 805.4)|EPG 805.2.4 Acceptance]] to assist with general inspection and acceptance of vegetative covers.
  
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====136.9.4.1.1.15 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) ([http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/hep/49cfr26.htm 49 CFR Part 26])====
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Pre-MASH 2016 Temporary Traffic Control Device Sunset Dates - Guidance in [[:Category:612 Impact Attenuators|EPG 612 Impact Attenuators]], [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.1 Types of Devices (MUTCD 6F.01)|EPG 616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices]], [[616.18 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Sec 616#For Sec. 616.3.2|EPG 616.18 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Sec 616]], [[616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices#https://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=616.6_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Zone_Devices_%28MUTCD_6F%29#616.6.84_Temporary_Traffic_Control_Signals_.28MUTCD_6F.84.29|EPG 616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices]], [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations#616.23.2.5 Temporary Traffic Control Devices|EPG 616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations]], [[617.1 Temporary Traffic Barriers|EPG 617.1 Temporary Traffic Barriers]], [[617.2 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Sec 617|EPG 617.2 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Sec 617]], [[:Category:1063 Temporary Traffic Control Devices#1063.2 Procedure|EPG 1063 Temporary Traffic Control Devices]] and [[:Category:1064 Temporary Concrete Traffic Barrier|EPG 1064 Temporary Concrete Traffic Barrier]] now reflects that all temporary traffic control devices on a project must be NCHRP 350 or MASH 2016 Test Level 3 compliant. The use of two-loop temporary Type F concrete traffic barrier shall not be allowed after January 1, 2023.
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All federal-aid projects are subject to the legislative and regulatory DBE requirements in order to ensure that DBE firms have an opportunity to participate in federally funded projects.
 
  
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The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Contract Provisions are found in [[media:136.9.8 2022.docx|Fig. 136.9.8]]. All bidding documents must refer to 49 CFR Part 26. For each project, the LPA shall submit a request to the MoDOT district representative to establish a DBE goal. The MoDOT district representative must request a DBE goal from MoDOT’s External Civil Rights Division by emailing LPADBEGoal@modot.mo.gov. The DBE goal request must include the engineer’s estimate for the project, preferably in Excel format.  
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[[:Category:403 Asphaltic Concrete Pavement#Lots|EPG 403.1.19 Acceptance of Material]] - The maximum number of contractor QC sublots that can be used for one lot of superpave asphalt pavement is 28. Regardless of lot size, QA testing will always be at a frequency of one per four sublots. Any remaining quantity less than 4000 tons, that cannot be treated as a separate lot, will be combined with the previous full lot and the pay factors will be determined on the combined lot.
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Since federal funds are used, the DBE goal will apply to the entire project (to include line items which may be funded by other sources). The bid proposal shall require that upon letting the project, the ([[media:Fig. 136.9.9 2020.docx|DBE Submittal Forms, Fig. 136.9.9]]) must be completed and submitted with the bid proposal or delivered by all bidders within three working days after the bid opening date. DBE Identification Submittal Form (Page 2 of the DBE Submittal Forms, Fig. 136.9.9) must be submitted for each DBE to be utilized on the project. DBE requirements are also covered in [[:Category:146 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)|EPG 146 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)]].
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*Guidance Documents Needed for Property Closings - In [[236.7 Negotiation#236.7.1.13 Pre-Negotiation Preparation|EPG 236.7.1.13 Pre-Negotiation Preparation]] and [[236.7 Negotiation#236.7.4.1 Purpose|EPG 236.7.4.1 Purpose]], additional guidance is available for greater clarity about what is needed from property owners to close on the properties either with MoDOT or a title company.
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Any provision setting a DBE/MBE/WBE goal cannot be allowed unless that program meets the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26. Specifically, Part 26 does not permit separate goals for minorities and females without a specific authorization and waiver. Therefore, no project funded by federal money, whether administered by MoDOT or any other entity receiving federal funds, can contain an MBE or WBE goal, even if mandated by city ordinance. Any project submitted with such a goal will not be approved for federal funds.
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*In [[751.22 Prestressed Concrete I Girders#751.22.2.5 Pretensioned Anchorage Zones|EPG 751.22.2.5 Pretensioned Anchorage Zones]], the bursting resistance guidance now allows a larger number of bonded strands for many of these girders, effectively increasing the span limits for the girders. Guidance was expanded in [[751.22 Prestressed Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.2.1 Type 2 Girder|EPG 751.22.3.2.1 through 751.22.3.2.6]] to eliminate or reduce conflict between the lowest middle two strands and the B bars.
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The intent of the OJT program, based on 23 CFR Section 230, is to recruit entry-level individuals and provide them with meaningful training with the intent of leading to journey-level employment. It is the policy of the program to require full use of all available training and skill-improvement opportunities to assure the increased participation of minority groups, disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry.  A request to establish an OJT goal must be submitted to the [http://www.modot.org/business/manuals/LPAContacts.htm MoDOT district contact] for all projects.
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*Guidance about the timelines for completing the Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act review process has been clarified in [[127.2 Historic Preservation and Cultural Resources#127.2.5 Approximate Timelines for Section 106 Compliance|EPG 127.2.5 Approximate Timelines for Section 106 Compliance]]
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When a project receives a goal, the [[media:136.9.4.1.1.16_Training.docx|Training Provision]] (contract version) shall be included in the bid proposal.  
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*Coil Ties in Prestressed Girder Webs in several [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(G1.9.1)|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]], references to web coil ties in bulb-tee and NU girders have been removed since these are now no longer being used.
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*Guidance has been expanded to produce more uniform administration of delay claims. - [[:Category:109 Measurement and Payment#109.11 Compensation for Project Delays (for Sec 109.11)|EPG 109.11 Compensation for Project Delays]]
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The bid proposal shall require the acknowledgement and the incorporation of all addenda issued for the project.  Failure of the contractor to do so shall make the bid nonresponsive and not eligible for award consideration.  Verification that bidders received and incorporated any/all addenda issued for the project must be evident in the submitted bidding documents.
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*The recommended replacement age for signal cabinets was updated to 25 years from 20 years in [[902.4 Signal Installations and Equipment#902.4.2.1 Controller and Cabinet Replacement Program|EPG 902.4.2.1 Controller and Cabinet Replacement Program]].
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Federal regulations state that any requirement the bidder must comply with to be considered responsive shall be clearly identified in the bidding documents (Title 23 CFR, Sections 635.112).   Should the LPA choose to require any additional documentation as a condition of responsiveness, the requirement should be pre-approved by MoDOT and then noted in the bidding documents.  Per Title 23 & 29 CFR federal-aid contracts cannot include any provisions that do not meet federal law.
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*Right of Way Mediation in [[236.7 Negotiation#Prior to offering mediation|EPG 236.7.2.19 Acquisition by Mediation]] and [[236.11 Mediation#Prior to offering mediation|EPG 236.11.1.3 Purpose]], guidance has been updated to reflect current process and procedures, including the MoDOT Impasse Letter.
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Federal-aid contracts must be awarded based on the lowest responsible and responsive bid.  Responsible is determined <u>prior to award</u> and therefore is referred to as pre-qualified.  Responsive means that a bidder has submitted all required documents as outlined in the bid proposal. See [[136.10 Advertisement for Bid and Project Award|EPG 136.10]] for more information on awarding a contract.  If using innovative contracting such as add alternates, the bid proposal must have award language stating how the alternates will be considered and how the job will be awarded.  See [[136.7 Design#136.7.5 Innovative Contracting|EPG 136.7.5]] for more information on innovative contracting.
 
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This clause provides for adjustments resulting from formal change orders by the engineer of record for the LPA, in writing, to the extent that the impacted work is part of the contract. Either party may initiate an adjustment and both must be in agreement before the work is performed. As with the suspension of work provision, this clause does not preclude the recognition of construction suspensions or delays.
 
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In accordance with [http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov/cgi/t/text/text-idx?c=ecfr&sid=5eef70b643d18bbd1698859321364bcb&rgn=div8&view=text&node=23:1.0.1.7.23.1.1.12&idno=23 Title 23 CFR, Section 635.112], nondiscriminatory bidding procedures shall be afforded to all qualified bidders regardless of National, State or local boundaries and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or handicap. If any provisions of State laws, specifications, regulations, or policies may operate in any manner contrary to Federal requirements, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, to prevent submission of a bid, or prohibit consideration of a bid submitted by any responsible bidder appropriately qualified in accordance with §635.110, such provisions shall not be applicable to Federal-aid projects.
 
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Care should be taken to ensure that the Bid Proposal do not contain any of the restricted provisions listed below.
 
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The FHWA Division Administrator has determined that the PS&E provide for the erection of only those information signs and traffic control devices that conform to the standards developed by the Secretary of Transportation or mandates of Federal law and shall not include promotional or other informational signs regarding such matters as identification of public officials, contractors, organizational affiliations, and related logos and symbols.
 
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[[Category:136 Local Public Agency (LPA) Policy|136.09]]
 

Revision as of 15:05, 8 October 2024


October 10, 2024
July 22, 2024
July 18, 2024
July 11, 2024
  • Current armor detail is no longer in production. An optional armor detail is provided in bridge standard drawings. Added a standard note for those drawings to EPG 751.50.
July 3, 2024
July 2, 2024
  • EPG 941.9.8.4 Culvert Pipe updates the terminology of the plastic pipes and updates the guidance on use with driveways.
June 27, 2024
June 21, 2024
June 5, 2024
May 28, 2024
  • EPG 105.15.2 Final Acceptance was updated to clarify the DBE Final Payment Form now serves as the required DBE Participation List and Final Verification.
May 23, 2024
May 16, 2024
May 13, 2024
  • Updated the Missouri Uniform Crash Report Preparation Manual in EPG 907.4.
May 10, 2024
  • EPG 902.15.3.1 has been revised to allow core team to specify signal detection type to be documented with memo in eProjects instead of a design exception.
March 27, 2024
March 14, 2024
January 23, 2024
October 18, 2023
September 22, 2023
September 19, 2023
September 15, 2023
August 22, 2023
August 14, 2023
August 11, 2023
July 21, 2023
July 19, 2023
  • Revised 616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F) to add Type IV Fluorescent Orange, replacing Type IV Orange and Type IX/XI Fluorescent Orange for trim-line and drum-like channelizers. Type IV Fluorescent Orange will provide better visibility and luminance at driver's normal observation angle. Type IX/XI are designed for higher observation angle performance and incur higher costs to the TTCD.
  • Revised 1041.7 Polypropylene Culvert Pipe Properties for current AASHTO references concerning polypropylene storm sewer pipe and NTPEP requirement to be placed on the qualified list. 750.7.2 was also updated to clean up some wording to accurately describe which pipe type is allowable for each group of pipe.
  • 1017 Slag Cement was revised to better define slag. Slag cement is the industry terminalolgy and intended material.
  • Modify referenced ASTM materal standards for HDPE in 1060 Electrical Conduit to accurately reflect use as electrical conduit.
  • 1007 Aggregate for Base processes for the Districts and CM Lab are being updated to establish how comparable and non-comparable tests and material will be handled.
  • 242.6 Specifying One Pavement Type was updated to change documentation requirements from Design Exception, to file a memo in eProjects. The State Design Engineer and State Construction and Materials Engineer will still need to be informed when one pavement type is specified on a MoDOT contract.
June 27, 2023
  • Updated 753 Bridge Inspection Rating - A new section was added to the Bridge Inspection Rating Manual - Tunnel Inspection Requirements in Missouri
May 1, 2023
  • Revised EPG 751.21.3.4 to always use regular-size and fully stressed prestressing strands for the top two prestressing strands for the purpose of supporting the reinforcement cage. The 3/8” support strands are not sufficiently supporting the reinforcement cage.
April 26, 2023
  • Due to a new code of federal regulations relating to bridge weight classifications, 903.5.36 has been updated to reflect the changes in signs which will be associated with the new classifications.
April 20, 2023
  • A revision to Sec 401.7.6 will clarify that the density requirement applies to only unconfined longitudinal joints. EPG 401.2.6 pertaining to this spec has been modified.
  • Updated EPG 751.10.4 and 751.50 to clarify allowed conduit size and junction box size in concrete barrier Type D, Type H, bridge abutment wing and slab.
  • Added the reasoning behind the 90 day camber for typical bridge projects in EPG 751.22 and consideration of line sag is necessary to retrieve accurate camber measurements in EPG 1029.2.13.
  • Updated EPG 750.6.3.3 clarifying that geotextile is required with Rock Blanket, and now requiring in all installations of Rock Ditch Liner.
  • Updated EPG 450 to reflect a change in policy to increase minimum lift thicknesses for Superpave and Bituminous Pavement mixes, as per "four times the nominal maximum aggregate size" as recommended by NCHRP study. Additionally, language was added to explain MSCR Graded binders.
April 18, 2023
  • References to LRFD specifications for development lengths and splice lengths have been updated to those of the current version of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
  • Articles 751.5 and 751.37.6.1 have been updated to reflect these changes.
April 12, 2023
March 8, 2023
March 7, 2023
February 9, 2023
  • Updated EPG 401.2.3 and EPG 403.1.4 so that District Materials may approve mix transfers if the mix quantity per project is 250 tons or less provided the mix type and contract binder grade match what’s listed on the plan sheets or change order.
February 1, 2023
January 27, 2023

This revision updates the Design-Build guidance and processes for invoice reviews, risk to identify auditing, and other minor revisions.

Revisions to EPG 134 better emphasize how conflicts of interest are identified, better defines the solicitation and selection process, rating/scoring of consultants, and brings the entire process up to current practices.

January 19, 2023
January 18, 2023
January 10, 2023
January 1, 2023
December 12, 2022
December 6, 2022
  • 910.5.1 - Added 2 CFR 200.216 reference on prohibited vendors
November 28, 2022
November 15, 2022
  • EPG 131.2 - Removed FHWA and CFR references due to the Changes in 2019 no longer requiring it.
November 10, 2022
November 01, 2022
  • Modified EPG 136.1.3.2, EPG 136.7.2.1.6.1, and EPG 136.7.2.2.5.1. Added clarification of the requirement to have LPA preliminary plans reviewed and approved prior to submitting ROW plans for review and approval and provide the approval on a specific memo.
October 24, 2022
  • EPG Section 403.1 has been revised primarily to incorporate a longstanding separate Word doc, which explained sampling, testing and acceptance procedures for projects with Superpave mixes. Additional revisions were made to update in accordance with current construction and materials specifications.
  • 903.3.4.4 was updated to eliminate redundant 3" pipe post and update capacities.
October 21, 2022
  • EPG 712.1.5 updated to reflect modified testing requirements for high strength bolts.


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