Crips Report
A summary of CRIPs,
Contractors' Cost Reduction Proposals, has been prepared to cover
the twelve-months period from October, 2003 through September, 2004.
A spreadsheet is also included
with additional details.
Claims
Attached is a current
summary of claims and disputes have been submitted to the FHWA
for review. Additional information may be found in the attached
Excel Spreadsheet.
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Laptops
in the Field
Laptop capabilities used in the field to make our
processes faster, increase accuracy and streamline contract documentation.
Technology Innovations in Construction Inspection and Documentation
presentation for the 2007 Winter Construction Project Development
Conference.
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Phase-In
of Fluorescent Orange Sheeting & NCHRP 350 Compliant Construction
Signs
Effective October 1, 2000, state DOTs receiving
federal funds are to ensure that Category 2 traffic control devices
(cones, drums, barricades, temporary construction signs and sign
stands) meet NCHRP 350 crash test requirements. Contractors can
self-certify certain devices, as per the specifications. OSC Construction
Office met with representatives from industry, WSDOT and FHWA to
develop a reasonable implementation plan for phasing in compliant
construction signs and sign stands. WSDOT is also implementing fluorescent
orange sheeting on our construction signs at the same time.
- For now, the standard requirement for construction
signs made with aluminum sign panels has not been changed.
- WSDOT will require NCHRP 350 compliant Category
2 signs and sign stands on contracts advertised after December
31, 2007. Until then, existing signs and sign stands are acceptable,
but they will be replaced with compliant devices as they wear
out.
- The WSDOT New Products Committee has a team
working on how to approve NCHRP 350 compliant devices for use
on construction projects, as not all compliant devices would be
acceptable. Currently, roll-up signs which are compliant do not
meet the specifications (aluminum panel required) and
a change order would be required to allow their use.
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Partnership for Excellence
in Construction Administration
From : AGC/WSDOT Lead Team Re:
Recognizing Excellence In Contract Administration
A Joint AGC-WSDOT Award
“Partnership For Excellence In Contract
Administration”
Associated General Contractors (AGC) and Washington
State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) enjoy a close and productive
relationship. Over many years WSDOT and the contractors of Washington
State have together built an impressive transportation system, often
without fanfare and often under difficult circumstances. Both WSDOT
and the contractors must deal with the realities of cost constraints,
difficult construction logistics and challenging field situations
while at the same time keeping the best interest of our customer,
the traveling public, foremost in their thoughts.
In review of the many great projects that have been
accomplished and recognizing the pride that is shown by project
teams winning other industry awards for excellence in construction
work, it was noted that the PROCESS of a successful partnership
in the administration of a project has not been given due recognition.
The staff that works in the Project Engineer’s office and the team
the contractor dedicates to a project all work largely behind the
scenes. This team of people and their efforts are rarely recognized
for what is a key part of the work and is essential for the project’s
success.
With this in mind, AGC and WSDOT have established
an awards program that will recognize outstanding administrative
team efforts in accomplishing successful highway construction projects.
The goal for the award is to specifically recognize those successful
Contractor/WSDOT partnerships that utilize effective processes maintaining
the highest regard for quality, timeliness, and effective contract
delivery with a minimum of impact for all involved, including the
traveling public. Issues that are successfully addressed by such
partnerships are:
- Dedication to cooperation and partnering, both
formally and informally.
- Successful and early resolution of disputes.
- Timely project delivery including an expedited
project closeout.
- Environmental commitments met and effective preventative
measures taken.
- Utilizing unique innovations leading to cost
savings, higher quality and/or better project delivery.
- Employing early and aggressive approaches to
complete required contract documentation. Identifying customers
who may be impacted by the project with a focus on mitigating
impacts to the public, quick response, and professional dealings
with regard to complaints, sensitivity to impacts of the work
on adjacent businesses, along with open and forthright public
involvement.
- Excellent risk and safety management.
While there are many more examples of success that
could be noted, the essence of the award is to recognize the complete
contracting picture, including how the entire integrated workforce,
dedicated at all levels of the project team, works together to overcome
the many challenges presented to the best possible benefit of all
those who are involved or impacted by the project.
In the completion of your projects we encourage
you to establish partnerships that promote these concepts. We also
encourage you to be recognized for your successes in contract administration
by competing for this award. If you have any questions or need additional
information please contact Randy
Dubigk at WSDOT, (360) 705-7833 dubigkr@wsdot.wa.gov or Van
Collins at Associated General Contractors, (206) 284-0061 vcollins@agcwa.com.
AGC/WSDOTLead Team
Click on the cover for more information or you can
open up an application in MS
word or PDF.
2007 Partnership in Excellence for Contract Administration
nominated projects and
winning projects.
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