The local government agency who anticipates doing their
own bidding and construction on their Transportation Enhancement
(TE) project must be certified for self-administration by ADOT and the Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA).
The following table provides guidance of key steps for obtaining
self-administration of TE projects.
Local Self-Administration Guidance
One:These
guidelines are for TE projects only for local self-administration
of right of way activities, design, bidding, and construction.
These guidelines are for TE projects only for local self-administration
of right of way activities, design, bidding, and construction.
Two:During
the project application or kick-off meeting phase, make
known your intentions for self-bidding and administration.
Not applicable to active projects.
Three:Make
your request in writing for self- bidding and administration
to the ADOT TE section manager, who will then forward to
the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Four:State
of Arizona procurement procedures must be utilized.
Five:Environmental,
utility and right of way clearances must follow FHWA/ADOT
processes.
Six:District
Engineer must approve the request.
Seven:Scoping
documents and 60% level bid documents and estimate must
be reviewed and approved by ADOT.
Eight:All
activities must be conducted under the direct supervision
of a registered professional. Final documents must have
the registrant's seal.
Nine:There
may be instances when the Davis-Bacon Wage Act applies.
This will need to be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Ten:Disadvantage
Business Enterprise (projects over $300,000) and Americans
with Disabilities Act requirements apply.
