Special Provisions

Table of Contents

Article	Description	Page #

1.	General.	2

2.	Scope of Work.	2

3.	Prosecution and Progress.	2

4.	Traffic.	3

5.	Holiday Work Restrictions.	4

6.	Utilities.	5

7.	Other Contracts.	9

8.	Environmental Protection.	9

9.	Environmental Protection, Threatened and Endangered Species.	10

10.	Information to Bidders, WPDES General Construction Storm Water Discharge Permit.	10

11.	Notice to Contractor, Environmentally Sensitive Area.	10

12.	Notice to Contractor, Historic Property.	10

13.	Coordination with Local Officials and Residents.	10

14.	Borrow; Item 208.0100	10

15.	Select Borrow, Item 208.1100.	11

16.	Base Aggregate Dense ¾-Inch, Item 305.0110.	11

17.	Concrete Pavement Joint Layout, Item 415.5110.S.	11

18.	QMP HMA Pavement Nuclear Density.	11

19.	Reinforced Concrete Pipe Class IV 12-Inch, Item 608.0412.	16

20.	Inlet Covers Type C, Item 611.0612 & Manholes 4-FT Diameter, Item 611.2004	16

21.	Insulation Board Polystyrene, 4-Inch, Item 612.0902.S.	16

22.	Fence Safety, Item 616.0700.S.	16

23.	Salvaged Topsoil, Item 625.0500.	17

24.	Nighttime Work Lighting-Stationary.	17

25.	Temporary Portable Rumble Strips, Item 643.0310.S.	19

26.	Optimized Aggregate Gradation Incentive, Item 715.0710.	19

27.	Flexural Strength for Concrete Mix Design.	22

28.	Crack and Damage Survey, Item 999.1500.S.	22

29.	Abandoned Watermain Exploration, Item SPV.0105.01.	23

30.	Crushed Concrete Fill Material Restoration, Item SPV.0105.02.	23

STSP’S Revised June 28, 2018

SPECIAL PROVISIONS

General.

Perform the work under this construction contract for Project 1670-02-77, Baraboo – Sauk City, CTH C – Waterbury Road, USH 12, Sauk County, Wisconsin as the plans show and execute the work as specified in the State of Wisconsin, Department of Transportation, Standard Specifications for Highway and Structure Construction, 2019 Edition, as published by the department, and these special provisions.

If all or a portion of the plans and special provisions are developed in the SI metric system and the schedule of prices is developed in the US standard measure system, the department will pay for the work as bid in the US standard system.

100-005 (20180628)

Scope of Work.

The work under this contract shall consist of clearing and grubbing, grading, excavation common, borrow, base aggregate dense, select borrow, HMA pavement, concrete pavement, culvert pipes, storm sewer, concrete curb and gutter, and finishing items and all incidental items necessary to complete the work as shown on the plans and included in the proposal and contract.

104-005 (20090901)

Prosecution and Progress.

Begin work within ten calendar days after the engineer issues a written notice to do so.

Provide the start date to the engineer in writing within a month after executing the contract but at least 14 calendar days before the preconstruction conference. Upon approval, the engineer will issue the notice to proceed within ten calendar days before the approved start date.

To revise the start date, submit a written request to the engineer at least two weeks before the intended start date. The engineer will approve or deny that request based on the conditions cited in the request and its effect on the department’s scheduled resources.

The contract time for completion is based on an expedited work schedule and may require extraordinary forces and equipment.

The completion of clearing and grubbing, grading, excavation common, borrow, base aggregate dense, select borrow, HMA pavement, concrete pavement, culvert pipes, storm sewer, concrete curb and gutter, and finishing items prior to suspension of operations in the fall of 2019 is based on the expedited work schedule and may require extraordinary forces and equipment.

Stage 3A Construction Restrictions

Construction for the USH 12 Temporary Ramp T4 (‘T4’ Line, Sta. 600’T4’+00 – Sta. 608’T4’+55.39) shall be completed during non-peak traffic hours. Construction requiring flagging operations will be allowed from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM the following day for this segment. If the contractor fails to complete the work necessary to open Temporary Ramp T4 to traffic within 3 consecutive, non-weekend (M, T, W, or Th) nights, the department will assess the contractor $4,000 in interim liquidated damages for each additional night the contract work remains incomplete. An entire calendar day will be charged for any period of time within a calendar day that the Temporary Ramp T4 is closed beyond 5:01 AM. Damages will be assessed under the administrative item Failing to Open Road to Traffic.

Northern Long-eared Bat (Myotis septentrionalis)

Northern Long-eared Bats (NLEB) have the potential to inhabit the project limits because they roost in trees. Roosts may not have been observed on this project, but conditions to support the species exist. The species and all active roosts are protected by the Federal Endangered Species Act. If an individual bat or active roost is encountered during construction operations, stop work and notify the engineer and the WisDOT Regional Environmental Coordinator (REC).

In accordance to the final 4(d) rule issued for the NLEB, the department has determined that the proposed activity may affect, but will not result in prohibited take of the NLEB. The activity involves tree removal but will not occur within 0.25 miles of a known hibernacula, nor will the activity remove a known maternity roost tree or any other tree within 150 feet of a known maternity roost tree.

If additional trees need to be removed, no Clearing shall occur without prior approval from the engineer, following coordination with the WisDOT REC. Additional tree removal beyond the area originally specified will require consultation with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and may require a bat presence/absence survey. Notify the engineer if additional Clearing cannot be avoided to begin coordination with the WisDOT REC. The WisDOT REC will initiate consultation with the USFWS and determine if a survey is necessary.

Submit a schedule and description of Clearing operations with the ECIP 14 days prior to any Clearing operations. The department will determine, based on schedule and scope of work, what additional erosion control measures shall be implemented prior to the start of Clearing operations, and list those additional measures in the ECIP.

Traffic.

USH 12 will remain open to traffic during construction. Maintain access to CTH C, Old Bluff Trail, Maple Park Road, Staff Village Road, private entrances, and field entrances located within the project limits during construction. Reconstruction of USH 12 will be conducted using staged construction. Staging operations will consist of the following:

Stage 1:

Construct temporary median crossovers (R1/R2/R3-lines) as shown on Traffic Control – Stage 1A details. Perform Stage 1A activities for temporary median crossovers including excavation common, select borrow, base aggregate dense, asphaltic surface temporary, and finishing items.

Place traffic control devices as shown on the Traffic Control – Stage 1B details. Limit direction of travel on USH 12 to one lane in either direction while utilizing the existing USH 12 roadway. Close/remove access to Gate 16. Existing access to USH 12 from CTH C, Old Bluff Trail, Maple Park Road, Staff Village Road and private/field entrances (except to Gate 16) located within USH 12 will be detoured from USH 12 (south of project) to Prairie Road to Old Bluff Trail to USH 12 eastbound to CTH C for Traffic Control Stages 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, and 5.

Stage 2:

Match traffic patterns as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 2A details. Perform Stage 2A activities on CTH C (including temporary roadway ramp (T3-line)) as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 2A details including excavation common, borrow, select borrow, base aggregate dense, HMA pavement, asphaltic surface temporary, and finishing items. Construct temporary private entrance (M-line) to provide access to residential dwellings and agricultural fields. Use standard flagging operations to construct the temporary roadway ramp (T3-line) from Sta. 700’T3’+20 – Sta. 704’T3’+00

Match traffic patterns as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 2B details. Perform Stage 2B activities on USH 12, CTH C, Old CTH C as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 2B details including excavation common, borrow, select borrow, base aggregate dense, concrete pavement, HMA pavement, culvert pipes, storm sewer and finishing items. Use standard flagging operations to construct CTH C from Sta. 301’C’+00 – Sta. 305’C’+00.

Stage 3:

Maintain Stage 2B traffic patterns through Stage 3A. Perform Stage 3A activities consisting of the construction of a temporary roadway ramp (T4-line) from the existing USH 12 westbound roadbed to the proposed USH 12 westbound roadbed including excavation common, borrow, select borrow, base aggregate dense, asphaltic surface temporary, and finishing items. Follow Traffic Control - Stage 3A temporary ramp details for construction of temporary roadway ramp. Use standard flagging operations to construct Sta.600’T4’+00 – Sta. 608’T4’+55.39 (Temporary Ramp).

Match traffic patterns as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 3B details. Perform Stage 3B activities on USH 12, CTH C, Old Bluff Trail, and Old CTH C as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 3B details including excavation common, select borrow, base aggregate dense, concrete pavement, HMA pavement, culvert pipes, storm sewer and finishing items.

Stage 4:

Place traffic control devices as shown on the Traffic Control – Stage 4 details. Limit direction of travel on USH 12 to one lane in either direction while utilizing the proposed USH 12 eastbound roadbed.

Stage 5:

Match traffic patterns as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 5 details. Perform Stage 5 activities on USH 12 as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 5 details including excavation common, borrow, select borrow, base aggregate dense, concrete pavement, HMA pavement, culvert pipes and finishing items. Remove temporary ramp ‘T4-line’.

Stage 6:

Match traffic patterns as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 6 details. Open USH 12 (4-lanes; 2-lanes in each direction), CTH C (including access onto USH 12), and Old CTH C to traffic. Close Old Bluff Trail to thru traffic. Maintain access to the Maple Park Subdivision via Maple Park Road or Staff Village Road through Stage 6 construction operations. Perform Stage 6 activities on Old Bluff Trail as shown on the Traffic Control - Stage 6 details including excavation common, base aggregate dense, HMA pavement, culvert pipes and finishing items. Remove temporary ramp ‘T3-line’ using standard flagging operations.

Wisconsin Lane Closure System Advance Notification

Provide the following advance notification to the engineer for incorporation into the Wisconsin Lane Closure System (LCS).

TABLE 108-1 CLOSURE TYPE AND REQUIRED MINIMUM ADVANCE NOTIFICATION

Closure type with height, weight, or width restrictions (available width, all lanes in one direction < 16’)	MINIMUM NOTIFICATION
Lane and shoulder closures	7 calendar days
Full roadway closures	7 calendar days
Ramp closures	7 calendar days
Detours	7 calendar days
Closure type without height, weight, or width restrictions (available width, all lanes in one direction ≥16’)	MINIMUM NOTIFICATION
Lane and shoulder closures	3 business days
Ramp closures	3 business days
Modifying all closure types	3 business days

Discuss LCS completion dates and provide changes in the schedule to the engineer at weekly project meetings in order to manage closures nearing their completion date.

Provide for a PCMS seven days prior to the start of construction notifying the travelling public of road construction. PCMS signs to be placed 3 miles north and south of construction limits for work on USH 12.

Maintain all ingress and egress to businesses, residences, and field entrances at all times. Construct temporary driveways by 5:00 p.m. If temporary driveways are not in place by 5:00 p.m., inform the engineer and directly communicate with the property owners. Establish a time with the property owners that the temporary driveway will be in place. Provide a minimum 12-foot temporary driveway width or match the existing driveway width if less than 12-feet.

Holiday Work Restrictions.

Do not perform work on, nor haul materials of any kind along or across any portion of the highway carrying STH 12 traffic, and entirely clear the traveled way and shoulders of such portions of the highway of equipment, barricades, signs, lights, and any other material that might impede the free flow of traffic during the following holiday periods:

-	From noon Friday, May 24, 2019 to 6:00 AM Tuesday, May 28, 2019 for Memorial Day;

-	From noon Wednesday, July 3, 2019 to 6:00 AM Monday, July 8, 2019 for Independence Day;

-	From noon Friday, August 30, 2019 to 6:00 AM Tuesday, September 3, 2019 for Labor Day.

-	From noon Friday, November 22, 2019 to 6:00 AM Monday, November 25, 2019 for deer hunting.

stp-107-005 (20050502)

Utilities.

This contract comes under the provision of Administrative Rule Trans 220.

stp-107-065 (20080501)

This contract comes under the provisions of Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter Trans 220.

There are underground and overhead utility facilities located within the project limits. The contractor shall coordinate his construction activities with a call to Digger’s Hotline or a direct call to the utilities that have facilities in the area as required per statutes. The contractor will use caution to ensure the integrity of underground facilities and maintain OSHA code clearances from overhead facilities at all times.

The following utilities have facilities within the project area:

Alliant Energy (Electric)

The field contact person for Alliant Energy’s electric facility is Chris Hamm. He can be reached at (608) 356-0607 or at chrishamm@alliantenergy.com.

Alliant Energy has an overhead electric line that enters the begin of project (STA 100+00, 240’ RT) along the east side of USH 12 (outside of the project limits) and continues 2,700 feet north where it changes direction and continues east traveling outside of the project limits. An underground electric line spurs off of this overhead line at a point located 2,700 feet north of the begin of project and continues north outside of the project limits. An overhead electric line enters the construction limits along the east side of Old Bluff Trail (STA 400’B’+00, 38’ RT) and continues north crossing through the existing median and across USH 12. The overhead line continues north along the east side of USH 12 traveling outside of the project limits. An overhead electric line branches off of this primary line and crosses the existing USH 12 to service the Maple Park Subdivision (north side of Maple Park Road). Another line branches off of the primary line at the existing USH 12/CTH C intersection traveling west along the north side of the existing CTH C. Overhead service lines branch off of the overhead line located on the existing CTH C to service residences on both north and south sides of the highway. The overhead crossing is located approximately 200 feet west of the existing USH 12/CTH C intersection. Power poles are located at STA 162+55, 3’ LT, STA 164+90, 43’ RT, STA 167+31, 62’ RT, STA 169+69, 63’ RT, STA 172+07, 62’ RT, STA 174+43, 62’ RT, STA 160’A’+06, 10’ LT, STA 158’A’+62, 67’ LT, STA 301’C’+74, 38’ LT, STA 303’C’+39, 38’ LT, STA 305’C’+45, 67’ LT, STA 307’C’+50, 101’ LT, STA 319’C’+48, 120’ LT, STA 321’C’+07, 42’ LT, STA 322’C’+16, 95’ RT, STA 401’B’+20, 41’ RT, STA 403’B’+60, 103’ RT, STA 405’B’+59, 108’ RT, STA 407’B’+62, 113’ RT, STA 409’B’+85, 41’ RT, STA 411’B’+02, 111’ LT, STA 500’F’+45, 34’ LT, STA 500’G’+94, 158’ RT, STA 502’G’+32, 129’ RT, STA 503’G’+75, 123’ RT, STA 503’G’+90, 123’ RT, STA 3’H’+74, 29’ LT, STA 5’H’+87, 28’ LT, STA 6’H’+98, 43’ RT, STA 7’H’+17, 28’ LT, and STA 8’H’+28, 28’ LT. Power poles in conflict are located at STA 162+55, 3’ LT, STA 164+90, 43’ RT, STA 167+31, 62’ RT, STA 169+69, 63’ RT, STA 172+07, 62’ RT, STA 174+43, 62’ RT, STA 158’A’+62, 67’ LT, STA 160’A’+06, 10’ LT, STA 303’C’+39, 38’ LT, STA 321’C’+07, 42’ LT, STA 322’C’+16, 95’ RT, STA 503’G’+75, 123’ RT, and STA 3’H’+74, 29’ LT. Power poles will be relocated to STA 175’A’+40, 55’ LT, STA 303’C’+39, 51’ LT, STA 319’C’+30, 125’ RT, STA 319’C’+80, 130’ RT, STA 322’C’+30, 110’ RT, and STA 3’H’+25, 30’ LT.

Two underground electric lines will continue north 5’ east of the west right-of-way line from the power poles at STA 319’C’+30, 125’ RT and STA 319’C’+80, 130’ RT and cross under CTH C (STA 316’C’+10). The underground electric lines continue north along the left side of Old CTH C (‘G’-line) 5’ east of the west right-of-way line. Both lines continue north under the ‘H’-line (STA 8’H’+45) and one line continues along the ‘L’-line and the reference line (‘A’-line) 5’ east of the west right-of-way line to a power pole located at STA 175’A’+40, 55’ LT The other line continues west 5’ south of the north right-of-way line along Old CTH C (‘H’-line) to a power pole located at STA 5’H’+87, 28’ LT. Power poles at STA 162+55, 3’ LT, STA 164+90, 43’ RT, STA 167+31, 62’ RT, STA 169+69, 63’ RT, STA 172+07, 62’ RT, STA 174+43, 62’ RT, STA 158’A’+62, 67’ LT, STA 160’A’+06, 10’ LT, STA 303’C’+39, 38’ LT, STA 321’C’+07, 42’ LT, STA 322’C’+16, 95’ RT, STA 503’G’+75, 123’ RT, and STA 3’H’+74, 29’ LT will be removed after the new electric lines are installed and Charter Communication’s facilities have been removed from the old poles. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

Alliant Energy (Gas)

The field contact person for Alliant Energy’s gas facility is Chris Hamm. He can be reached at (608) 356-0607 or at chrishamm@alliantenergy.com.

Alliant Energy has underground gas facilities that enter the construction limits along the west side of Old Bluff Trail (STA 400’B’+00) and continues north varying 4’-280’, LT. The underground gas facility continues north along the realigned CTH C varying 0’-299’ RT and 0’-50’ LT. The underground gas facility continues north along west side of the Old CTH C (‘G’-line) varying 0’-36’ LT. The underground gas line continues north along the west side of the realigned USH 12 varying 38’ – 168’ LT of the reference line (‘A’-line) continuing beyond the project limits. A spur line branches off at the intersection of USH 12/Maple Park Road (STA 500’F’+88, 39’ LT) and travels west along the north side of Maple Park Road (‘F’-line, 24’ LT) to service the Maple Park Subdivision continuing beyond construction limits. Another spur line is located at STA 161’A’+80, 122’ LT to service an adjacent residence. The underground line crosses at STA 3’E’+23 (Staff Village Road), STA 500’F’+99 (Maple Park Road), STA 7’D’+06 (‘D’-Line), STA 317’C’+81 (CTH C), STA 500’G’+50 (Old CTH C), STA 8’H’+46 (Old CTH C), and STA 32’L’+49 (‘L’-Line). Underground gas facilities in conflict include STA 173+35 (culvert replacement), STA 400’B’+21, LT (culvert replacement), STA 408’B’+00 – STA 409’B’+90, LT (drainage ditch), and STA 318’C’+00 – STA 320’C’+86, RT (drainage ditch).

Gas facilities will be relocated along the right-of-way line west of the corridor. The underground gas line will be relocated 11-13’ east of the west right-of-way line from STA 400’B’+00 – STA 410’B’+00 (Old Bluff Trail). A 2” gas line will branch off at STA 402’B’+15 to service the Maple Park Subdivision continuing along Staff Village Road (‘E’-line, RT). The existing gas line servicing Maple Park Subdivision along Maple Park Road (‘F’-line) will be cut off and capped. The new gas line will continue north under Maple Park Road (‘F’-line) along CTH C (‘C’-line) 7-9’ east of the west right-of-way line from STA 316’C’+00 – STA 324’C’+00. The new gas line will cross under the ‘D’-line (STA 6’D’+90) 18 feet below the existing grade. The new gas line will cross under CTH C (STA 316’C’+00) and tie into the existing gas line (STA 501’G’+40, LT). The new gas line will tie into the existing gas line (STA 162’A’+65, LT) and continue along the reference line (‘A’-line) within 7 feet east of the west right-of-way line to tie into the existing gas line (STA 174’A’+50). The existing gas line in areas being relocated will be abandoned in place. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

ATC Management, Inc. (Electric – Transmission)

The field contact person for ATC Management, Inc.’s electric transmission facility is Matt Dopp. He can be reached at (608) 877-3525 or at mdopp@atcllc.com.

ATC Management, Inc. has an overhead electric (transmission) line which enters the begin of project (STA 100+00, 355’ RT) along the east side of USH 12 and travels north to a point located at STA 124+24, 1,076’ RT. The transmission line changes direction traveling to the northwest crossing USH 12 at STA 139+93, continuing to a point located at STA 143+26, 229’ LT. The transmission line continues north from this point crossing USH 12 at STA 146+43 continuing north beyond the project limits. Anticipated conflicts include two transmission poles located at (STA 140+24, 20’ LT) and (STA 146+21, 17’ LT).

Power poles will be relocated to STA 502’I’+68, 53’ LT, STA 142+43, 146’ RT, and STA 148+16, 127’ RT. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

Bluffview Sanitary District

The field contact for Bluffview Sanitary District’s sanitary sewer facility is Robin Meier. She can be reached at (608) 643-7930 or at bluffsd@merr.com.

Bluffview Sanitary District has an underground sanitary sewer forcemain line enters the begin of project (Sta. 100+00, 206’ Rt.) along the east side of USH 12 and travels north along the east side of the USH 12 outside of the project limits for the entire project length varying 206’-1,598’ Rt. No conflicts are anticipated.

CenturyLink

The field contact for CenturyLink’s communication facility is Steve Bishop. He can be reached at (608) 355-7501 or at steven.bishop@centurylink.com.

CenturyLink has an underground fiber optic line that enters the begin of project (STA 100+00; 108’ LT) along the west side of the existing USH 12 EB alignment and continues north and west along the west / southwest side of the existing USH 12 EB alignment varying 36’-98’ LT from the existing edge of pavement and continues west along the south side of a private road. The fiber optic reenters the project crossing CTH C (STA 301’B’+90) and continues north outside of the project limits. Pedestals are located at STA 105+76, 101’ LT, STA 115+45, 6’ LT, STA 123+53, 272’ RT, and STA 131+09, 254’ LT. Underground facilities in conflict include those located from STA 100+00 – STA 110+00, LT (ditching; underground fiber optic), STA 118+50 – STA 119+50, RT (ditching; underground fiber optic), STA 128+00 – STA 129+00, RT (ditching; underground fiber optic), and STA 301’C’+90 (ditching; underground fiber optic). Pedestals in conflict include those located at STA 105+76, 101’ LT, and STA 115+45, 6’ LT.

The underground fiber optic cable will be relocated within 3’ of the west right-of-way line from a new handhole at STA 100’A’+00, 62’ LT. to a new handhole located at STA 130’A’+27, 115’ LT. The underground fiber optic line crossing at STA 301’C’+92 will be lowered to a depth of 5’. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

Charter Communications

The field contact for Charter Communications’ communication facility is Glen Jakusz. He can be reached at (608) 209-3202 or at glen.jakusz@charter.com.

Charter Communications has an underground fiber optic line that enters the project from an Alliant Energy power pole located at STA 160+27, 79’ LT. The fiber optic line continues west along the south side (varying 14’-24’ from the existing edge of pavement) of the existing CTH C roadbed continuing beyond the construction limits. An overhead communication line is located on Alliant Energy’s power poles throughout the project. Anticipated conflicts include lines located on Alliant Energy’s power poles at STA 162+55, 3’ LT, STA 164+90, 43’ RT, STA 167+31, 62’ RT, STA 169+69, 63’ RT, STA 172+07, 62’ RT, STA 174+43, 62’ RT, STA 158’A’+62, 67’ LT, STA 160’A’+06, 10’ LT, STA 303’C’+39, 38’ LT, STA 321’C’+07, 42’ LT, STA 322’C’+16, 95’ RT, STA 409’B’+85, 41’ RT, STA 503’G’+75, 123’ RT, STA 3’H’+74, 29’ LT. The overhead communication will be relocated to Alliant Energy’s new poles located at STA 321’C’+07, 42’ LT and STA 322’C’+16, 95’ RT.

New underground fiber optic line will be relocated within 7’ of the east side of the west right-of-way line from STA 321’C’+07 to STA 162’A’+66 at a depth of 48” except for the ‘D’-Line crossing which will cross at a depth of 11’. The new underground fiber optic line will continue north from STA 162’A’+66 to an Alliant Energy power pole located STA 176’A’+00, LT. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

Frontier Communications of WI, LLC

The field contact for Frontier Communications of WI, LLC’s communication facility is Calvin Klade. He can be reached at (715) 847-1525 or at calvin.klade@ftr.com.

Frontier Communications of WI, LLC has an underground telephone line and an underground fiber optic line. The underground telephone line enters the begin of project (STA 100+00; 116’ LT) along the west side of the existing USH 12 EB alignment and continues north and west along the west / southwest side of the existing USH 12 EB alignment varying 40’-98’ LT from the existing edge of pavement and continues to a pedestal located at STA 136+58, 1,020’ LT. Two telephone lines branch off of the pedestal; one continues south to service a farmstead outside of the construction limits and a second continues north along the west side of the existing USH 12 EB alignment to a pedestal located at STA 500’F’+48, 38’ LT. Two lines branch out from this pedestal; one travels west to service the Maple Park Subdivision along Maple Park Drive/Staff Village Road and the other continues north to a pedestal located at STA 506’G’+51, 52’ LT (southwest quadrant of the existing USH 12 / CTH C intersection). Two lines branch out from this pedestal; one travels west along the south side (varying 14’-24’ from the existing edge of pavement) of the existing CTH C roadbed continuing beyond the construction limits. The second underground telephone line continues north along USH 12 varying 104’-265’ LT of the USH 12 transit line traveling north outside of the project limits. An underground fiber optic line enters the construction limits along the east side of Old Bluff Trail (STA 400’B’+00, 29’ RT) continues north crossing underneath Old Bluff Trail (STA 402+54), Maple Park Drive (STA 500’F’+84), CTH C (STA 317’C’+52) and continues to a pedestal located at STA 8’H’ +26, 34’ RT (southwest quadrant of the existing USH 12/CTH C intersection). Two fiber optic lines branch off of this pedestal. One fiber optic line continues north crossing Old CTH C at STA 8’H’+37 and continues west along the north side of Old CTH C. The second underground fiber optic line continues north crossing Old CTH C at STA 8’H’+33 and continues north along the west side of USH 12 varying 99’-267’ LT of the USH 12 transit line continuing north outside of the project limits. Pedestals are located at STA 105+76, 101’ LT, STA 115+45, 6’ LT, STA 123+53, 272’ RT, STA 131+09, 254’ LT, STA 136+58, 1,020’ LT, STA 166’A’+72, 54’ LT, STA 319’C’+33, 105’ RT, STA 402’B’+76, 11’ RT, STA 407’B’+38, 29’ LT, STA 506’G’+51, 52’ LT, STA 500’F’+48, 38’ LT. Underground facilities in conflict include those located from STA 100+00 – STA 110+00, LT (ditching; underground telephone), STA 118+50 – STA 119+50, RT (ditching; underground telephone), STA 128+00 – STA 129+00, RT (ditching; underground telephone), STA 301’C’+00 – STA 309’C’+00 (ditching; underground telephone), STA 401’B’+50 – STA 409’B’+75, LT (ditching; underground telephone and fiber optic), STA 318’C’+00 – STA 320’C’+86, RT (ditching; underground telephone and fiber optic), STA 30’L’+38 – STA 31’L’+25, LT (ditching; underground telephone), STA 173+35, LT (culvert replacement), STA 400’B’+21, RT (culvert replacement), STA 503’G’+15, LT (culvert replacement), and STA 6’H’+55, RT (culvert replacement). Pedestals in conflict include those located at STA 105+76, 101’ LT, STA 115+45, 6’ LT, STA 319’C’+33, 105’ RT, STA 402’B’+76, 11’ RT, STA 407’B’+38, 29’ LT, and STA 166’A’+72, 54’ LT.

The underground telephone line will be lowered 3’ from STA 105+00 – STA 109+00, STA 304’C’+00 – STA 306’C’+00, STA 30’L’+38 – STA 31’L’+25, STA 173’A’+35, LT, and STA 6’H’+55, RT. The underground telephone line and fiber optic line will be relocated within 3’ of the east side of the west right-of-way line from STA 400’B’+00 to STA 160’A’+00 at 42” deep except for the ‘D’-Line crossing which will be at a depth of 15’. Pedestals to be relocated along the new R/W line STA 105+76 LT, STA 402’B’+76, RT, STA 407’B’+38, LT, and STA 319’C’+33, RT. Pedestals at STA 115’A’+45, LT and STA 166’A’+72, LT will be removed. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

TDS Metrocom LLC

The field contact for TDS Metrocom LLC’s communication facility is Brandon Suchla. He can be reached at (608) 493-9470 or at Brandon.Suchla@tdstelecom.com.

TDS Metrocom LLC has an underground fiber optic line that enters the construction limits along the east side of Old Bluff Trail (STA 400’B’+00, 29’ RT.) continues north crossing underneath Old Bluff Trail (STA 402+54), Maple Park Drive (STA 500’F’+84), CTH C (STA 317’C’+52) and continues to a pedestal located at STA 8’H’+26, 34’ RT. (southwest quadrant of the existing USH 12/CTH C intersection). Two fiber optic lines branch off this pedestal. One fiber optic line continues north crossing Old CTH C at STA 8’H’+37 and continues northwest to service an adjacent residence located in the northwest quadrant of the existing USH 12/CTH C intersection. The second underground fiber optic line continues north crossing Old CTH C at STA 8’H’+33 and continues north along the west side of USH 12 varying 99’-267’ LT. of the USH 12 transit line continuing north outside of the project limits. A spur line branches off the primary fiber optic line located at STA 500’F’+48 and travels west along the north side of Maple Park Road to Staff Village Road to service the Maple Park Subdivision. Pedestals are located at STA 400’B’+61, 33’ RT. and STA 8’H’+26, 34’ RT. Underground facilities in conflict include those located from STA 401’B’+50 – STA 409’B’+75 (ditching), STA 318’C’+00 – STA 320’C’+67, RT. (ditching), STA 173+35, LT. (culvert replacement), and STA 400’B’+21, RT. (culvert replacement).

The underground fiber optic line will be relocated along the right-of-way line west of the corridor at a minimum of 36” deep. The underground fiber optic line will be relocated within 15’ east of the west right-of-way line from STA 400’B’+00 – STA 410’B’+00 (Old Bluff Trail). The new underground fiber optic line will continue north under Maple Park Road (‘F’-line) along CTH C (‘C’-line) within 10’ east of the west right-of-way line from STA 316’C’+00 – STA 324’C’+00. The new underground fiber optic line will cross under the ‘D’-line (STA 6’D’+75) 20 feet below the existing grade. The new underground fiber optic line will cross under CTH C (STA 316’C’+00) and continue north within 15’ east of the west right-of-way line along the ‘G’-line and ‘L’-line to STA 174’A’+50, LT. New handholes will be located at STA 400’B’+00, LT, STA 3’E’+05, LT, STA 500’F’+50, LT, STA 501’G’+40, LT, STA 8’H’+26, RT, and STA 174’A’+50, LT. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

US Dairy Forage Research Center

The field contact for US Dairy Forage Research Center’s water facility is Mike Stanek. He can be reached at (608) 572-0781 or at Michael.stanek@ars.usda.gov.

US Dairy Forage Research Center has an underground water line that enters the project limits from STA 139+30 – STA 140+30, 105’-145’ RT. No conflicts are anticipated.

Wisconsin Independent Network

The field contact for Wisconsin Independent Network’s communication facility is John Louis. He can be reached at (715) 838-4012 or at jlouis@wins.net.

Wisconsin Independent Network has an underground fiber optic line that enters the construction limits along the west side of Old Bluff Trail (STA 400’B’+00, 25’ LT) continues north crossing underneath Maple Park Drive (STA 500’F’+84), CTH C (STA 317’C’+52) and continues to a pedestal located at STA 8’H’ +26, 34’ RT (southwest quadrant of the existing USH 12/CTH C intersection). The fiber optic line branches off of this pedestal crossing underneath the existing CTH C (STA 7’H’+94). The fiber optic line continues west along the north side (varying 14’-24’ from the existing edge of pavement) of the existing CTH C roadbed continuing beyond the construction limits. Underground facilities are in conflict where the fiber optic line crosses the ‘D’-line.

The underground fiber optic line will be relocated to cross the ‘D’-line at a depth of 20’. Relocation work will be completed prior to construction.

Other Contracts.

Modifications to the traffic control plan may be required by the engineer to be safe and consistent with adjacent work by others.

The following contracts are anticipated to be under construction within the time period of the contract unless otherwise indicated.

Project ID: 1670-04-71:

This project involves the resurfacing of USH 12 from STH 60 to Ski Hi Road (net exception to centerline length 1.439 miles of USH 12) abutting the southern termini at Station 100+00 (begin of project) and the northern termini at Station 176+00 (end of project) of Project ID: 1670-02-77. Coordination with this project will be required for traffic control staging.

Bluffview Sanitary District – Wastewater Treatment Plant:

This project involves replacing the existing Bluffview Sanitary Sewer District’s wastewater treatment plant. The entrance to this facility is located approximately 0.22 miles south of the begin of project (across from the Waterbury Road intersection). Coordination with this project will be required for traffic control staging.

Environmental Protection.

Special precautions for emerald ash borer apply to this project.

Do not move or transport ash material, the emerald ash borer, or hardwood debris (firewood) from Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) quarantined areas to a non-quarantined area without a compliance agreement issued by Wi Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection. Regulated items include cut hardwood (non-coniferous) firewood, ash logs, ash mulch or bark fragments larger than one inch in diameter, or ash nursery stock (DATCP statute 21).

For more information regarding the EAB and quarantine areas please follow the links below.

http://datcpservices.wisconsin.gov/eab/article.jsp?topicid=20

http://datcpservices.wisconsin.gov/eab/articleassets/Recommendations%20to%20reduce%20the%20spread%20of%20EAB.pdf

Protect and adequately restore all disturbed bank areas as soon as feasible.

Provide proper erosion control measures at the chosen location for the asphalt plant to prevent erosion. Install properly sized stilling basins to intercept runoff to settle out suspended solids prior to discharge. Provide WDNR erosion control plan for any on-site gravel washing. Follow Best Management Practices for any staging areas or other areas located outside of the project limits.

Environmental Protection, Threatened and Endangered Species.

The project is located in a high potential zone for the rusty patched bumble bee and contains suitable habitat (ie. woodland areas). Use Seeding Mixture No. 70 (permanent native seeding mixture) on all vegetated side slopes from Sta. 130+00 – Sta. 133+00, Sta. 130’A’+00 – Sta. 134’A’+00, Sta. 327’C’+00 – Sta. 336’C’+00, and Sta. 800’T’+00 – Sta. 804’T’+17.41.

Due to the close proximity of the Baraboo Hills and Sauk Prairie Recreation Area, there are an abundance of threatened and endangered migratory and grassland birds that could utilize habitats located within the project area. To minimize impacts to these species clear trees and brush in the following areas prior to May 1st: Sta. 130+00 – Sta. 134+00, Sta. 131’A’+00 – Sta. 136’A’+00, Sta. 327’C’+00 – Sta. 336’C’+00.

Information to Bidders, WPDES General Construction Storm Water Discharge Permit.

The department has obtained coverage through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to discharge storm water associated with land disturbing construction activities of this contract under the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Construction Storm Water Discharge Permit (WPDES Permit No. WI-S066796-1). A certificate of permit coverage is available from the regional office by contacting Craig Fisher, P.E. at (608) 785-9946. Post the permit in a conspicuous place at the construction site.

stp-107-056 (20180628)

Notice to Contractor, Environmentally Sensitive Area.

The Sauk Prairie Conservation Alliance is in the process of restoring a portion of a field to a native prairie state located in the project area. The subject area is a small grassland used by the alliance as a nursery and is located in the northeast quadrant of the USH 12/Gate 16 entrance on the USDA property.

Do not operate equipment outside of the slope intercept from Sta. 513’I’+00 to Sta. 514’I’+00, Lt.

Notice to Contractor, Historic Property.

The Calvin Danforth House is located in the northwest quadrant of the USH 12 /CTH C intersection (Sta. 160’A’+64 – Sta. 162’A’+65, Lt. and Sta. 4’H’+87 – Sta. 8’H’+39, Lt.) and has been determined to be of historical significance. To avoid adverse impacts to the historic property closely match into the existing ditchline along the western side of the existing USH 12 eastbound corridor (Sta. 30’L’+16.46 – Sta. 32’L’+50, Lt.). Do not impact the existing U-shaped driveway that provides access to the historic property (Sta. 6’H’+00 – Sta. 7’H’+00, Lt.). Do not remove any trees or branches from the historic property.

Coordination with Local Officials and Residents.

The contractor shall arrange and conduct a meeting between the contractor, the department, affected residents, and local officials to discuss the project schedule of operations including vehicular access during construction operations. Hold the first meeting at least one week before the start of work under this contract and hold one meeting per month thereafter. The contractor shall arrange for a suitable location for meetings that provides reasonable accommodation for public involvement. The department will prepare and coordinate publication of the meeting notices and mailings for meetings. The contractor shall schedule meetings with at least 2 weeks prior notice to the engineer to allow for these notifications.

Borrow; Item 208.0100

Supplement the following to standard spec 208.2.2 (6):

Use crushed concrete fill material currently located in the former Badger Ammunition Plant site. A map of the crushed concrete stockpile locations and the required haul roads to access the material in included in the plan. Access stockpile during normal work hours, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Hours outside of this timeframe can be requested to the Department. Submit request a minimum 36 hours in advance of requested timeframe extension. The Department will coordinate with both the Wisconsin DNR and the Ho-Chunk Nation to obtain permission on the requested timeframe extension.

Recover any spilt crushed concrete fill material from hauling operations from the current stockpile location located inside the former Badger Ammunition site to the project site.

Supplement the following to standard spec 208.3(7):

Place crushed concrete fill material below the frost line (minimum 7 foot below the finished grade) along USH 12 westbound (T/L; Sta. 100+00 – Sta. 176+00) and USH 12 eastbound (R/L; Sta. 100’A’+00 – Sta. 176’A’+00) as indicated in the plans. Approximately 60,000 CY of crushed concrete fill material is available for use as borrow material.

Compact crushed concrete fill as specified in subsection 207.3.6.2 of the standard specifications.

Select Borrow, Item 208.1100.

Conform to standard spec 208 as modified in this special provision.

Material

Furnish and use material that consists of granular material meeting the following requirements: Maximum particle size of 12 inches when measured from any face. The material passing the No. 4 sieve shall have a maximum of 20% by weight passing the No. 200 sieve.

stp-208-005 (20031103)

Base Aggregate Dense ¾-Inch, Item 305.0110.

Add the following to standard spec 301.2.4.3:

Furnish only aggregate classified as crushed stone for Dense ¾-Inch when used in the top 3 inches of the unpaved portion of the shoulder or for unpaved driveways and field entrances.

(SWR 305.01-07112017)

Concrete Pavement Joint Layout, Item 415.5110.S.

A Description

This special provision describes providing a concrete pavement or concrete base joint layout design for intersections and marking the location of joints in the field

B (Vacant)

C Construction

Plan and locate all points necessary to establish the horizontal position of the transverse and longitudinal joints in the concrete to prevent uncontrolled cracking. Submit a joint layout design to the engineer at least 7 calendar days before paving each intersection. Do not lay out joints until the engineer has reviewed the joint layout design. Mark the location of concrete joints in the field. Follow the plan details for joints in concrete making adjustments as required to fit field conditions.

D Measurement

The department will measure Concrete Pavement Joint Layout as a single lump sum unit for all joint layout designs and marking acceptably completed.

E Payment

The department will pay for measured quantities at the contract unit price under the following bid item:

ITEM NUMBER	DESCRIPTION	UNIT

415.5110.S	Concrete Pavement Joint Layout	LS

Payment is full compensation for providing the intersection joint layout designs and marking all joints in the field.

The department will adjust pay for crack repairs as specified in standard spec 415.5.3.

stp-415-020 (20170615)

QMP HMA Pavement Nuclear Density.

A Description

Replace standard spec 460.3.3.2 (1) and standard spec 460.3.3.2 (4) with the following:

(1)	This special provision describes density testing of in-place HMA pavement with the use of nuclear density gauges. Conform to standard spec 460 as modified in this special provision.

(2)	Provide and maintain a quality control program defined as all activities and documentation of the following:

1.	Selection of test sites.

2.	Testing.

3.	Necessary adjustments in the process.

4.	Process control inspection.

(3)	Chapter 8 of the department’s construction and materials manual (CMM) provides additional detailed guidance for QMP work and describes required procedures.

http://wisconsindot.gov/rdwy/cmm/cm-08-00toc.pdf

(4)	The department’s Materials Reporting System (MRS) software allows contractors to submit data to the department electronically, estimate pay adjustments, and print selected reports. Qualified personnel may obtain MRS software from the department’s web site at:

http://www.atwoodsystems.com/

B Materials

B.1 Personnel

(1)	Perform HMA pavement density (QC, QV) testing using a HTCP certified nuclear technician I, or a nuclear assistant certified technician (ACT-NUC) working under a certified technician.

(2)	If an ACT is performing sampling or testing, a certified technician must coordinate and take responsibility for the work an ACT performs. Have a certified technician ensure that all sampling and testing is performed correctly, analyze test results, and post resulting data. No more than one ACT can work under a single certified technician.

B.2 Testing

(1)	Conform to ASTM D2950 and CMM 8.15 for density testing and gauge monitoring methods. Perform nuclear gauge measurements using gamma radiation in the backscatter position. Perform each test for 4 minutes of nuclear gauge count time.

B.3 Equipment

B.3.1 General

(1)	Furnish nuclear gauges from the department’s approved product list at

http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/doing-bus/eng-consultants/cnslt-rsrces/tools/appr-prod/default.aspx

(2)	Have the gauge calibrated by the manufacturer or an approved calibration service within 12 months of its use on the project. Retain a copy of the manufacturer’s calibration certificate with the gauge.

(3)	Before each construction season, and following any calibration of the gauge, the contractor must perform calibration verification for each gauge using the reference blocks located in the department’s central office materials laboratory. To obtain information or schedule a time to perform calibration verification, contact the department’s Radiation Safety Officer at:

Materials Management Section

3502 Kinsman Blvd.

Madison, Wisconsin 53704

Telephone: (608) 243-5998

B.3.2 Comparison of Nuclear Gauges

B.3.2.1 Comparison of QC and QV Nuclear Gauges

(1)	Select a representative section of the compacted pavement before or on the first day of paving for the comparison process. The section does not have to be the same mix design.

(2)	Compare the 2 or more gauges used for density measurement (QC, QV). The QC and QV gauge operators will perform the comparison on 5 test sites jointly located. Record each density measurement of each test site for the QC, QV and back up gauges.

(3)	Calculate the average of the difference in density of the 5 test sites between the QC and QV gauges. Locate an additional 5 test sites if the average difference exceeds 1.0 lb/ft3. Measure and record the density on the 5 additional test sites for each gauge.

(4)	Calculate the average of the difference in density of the 10 test sites between the QC and QV gauges. Replace one or both gauges if the average difference of the 10 tests exceeds 1.0 lb/ft3 and repeat comparison process from B.3.2.1 (2).

(5)	Furnish one of the QC gauges passing the allowable comparison tolerances to perform density testing on the project.

B.3.2.2 Comparison Monitoring

(1)	After performing the gauge comparison specified in B.3.2.1, establish a project reference site approved by the department. Clearly mark a flat surface of concrete or asphalt or other material that will not be disturbed during the duration of the project. Perform comparison monitoring of the QC, QV, and all back-up gauges at the project reference site.

(2)	Conduct an initial 10 density tests with each gauge on the project reference site and calculate the average value for each gauge to establish the gauge’s reference value. Use the gauge’s reference value as a control to monitor the calibration of the gauge for the duration of the project.

(3)	Check each gauge on the project reference site a minimum of one test per day if paving on the project. Calculate the difference between the gauge’s daily test result and its reference value. Investigate if a daily test result is not within 1.5 lb/ft3 of its reference value. Conduct 5 additional tests at the reference site once the cause of deviation is corrected. Calculate and record the average of the 5 additional tests. Remove the gauge from the project if the 5-test average is not within 1.5 lb/ft3 of its reference value established in B.3.2.2(2).

(4)	Maintain the reference site test data for each gauge at an agreed location.

B.4 Quality Control Testing and Documentation

B.4.1 Lot and Sublot Requirements

B.4.1.1 Mainline Traffic Lanes, Shoulders, and Appurtenances

(1)	A lot consists of the tonnage placed each day for each layer and target density specified in standard spec 460.3.3.1. A lot may include partial sublots.

(2)	Divide the roadway into sublots. A sublot is 1500 lane feet for each layer and target density.

(3)	A sublot may include HMA placed on more than one day of paving. Test sublots at the pre-determined random locations regardless of when the HMA is placed. No additional testing is required for partial sublots at the beginning or end of a day’s paving.

(4)	If a resulting partial quantity at the end of the project is less than 750 lane feet, include that partial quantity with the last full sublot of the lane. If a resulting partial quantity at the end of the project is 750 lane feet or more, create a separate sublot for that partial quantity.

(5)	Randomly select test locations for each sublot as specified in CMM 8.15 before paving and provide a copy to the engineer. Locate and mark QC density test sites when performing the tests. Perform density tests before opening the roadway to traffic.

(6)	Use Table 1 to determine the number of tests required at each station, depending on the width of the lane being tested. When more than one test is required at a station, offset the tests 10 feet longitudinally from one another to form a diagonal testing row across the lane.

Table 1

Lane Width	No. of Tests	Transverse Location
5 ft or less	1	Random
Greater than 5 ft to 9 ft	2	Random within 2 equal widths
Greater than 9 ft	3	Random within 3 equal widths

B.4.1.2 Side Roads, Crossovers, Turn Lanes, Ramps, and Roundabouts

(1)	A lot represents a combination of the total daily tonnage for each layer and target density.

(2)	Each side road, crossover, turn lane, ramp, and roundabout must contain at least one sublot for each layer.

(3)	If a side road, crossover, turn lane, or ramp is 1500 feet or longer, determine sublots and random test locations as specified in B.4.1.1.

(4)	If a side road, crossover, turn lane, or ramp is less than 1500 feet long, determine sublots using a maximum of 750 tons per sublot and perform the number of random tests as specified in Table 2.

Table 2

Side Roads, Turn Lanes, Crossovers, Ramps, Roundabouts: Sublot/Layer tonnage	Minimum Number of Tests Required
25 to 100 tons	1
101 to 250 tons	3
251 to 500 tons	5
501 to 750 tons	7

B.4.2 Pavement Density Determination

B.4.2.1 Mainline Traffic Lanes and Appurtenances

(1)	Calculate the average sublot densities using the individual test results in each sublot.

(2)	If all sublot averages are no more than one percent below the target density, calculate the daily lot density by averaging the results of each random QC test taken on that day’s material.

(3)	If any sublot average is more than one percent below the target density, do not include the individual test results from that sublot when computing the lot average density and remove that sublot’s tonnage from the daily quantity for incentive. The tonnage from any such sublot is subject to disincentive pay as specified in standard spec 460.5.2.2.

B.4.2.2 Mainline Shoulders

B.4.2.2.1 Width Greater Than 5 Feet

(1)	Determine the pavement density as specified in B.4.2.1.

B.4.2.2.2 Width of 5 Feet or Less

(1)	If all sublot test results are no more than 3.0 percent below the minimum target density, calculate the daily lot density by averaging all individual test results for the day.

(2)	If a sublot test result is more than 3.0 percent below the target density, the engineer may require the unacceptable material to be removed and replaced with acceptable material or allow the nonconforming material to remain in place with a 50 percent pay reduction. Determine the limits of the unacceptable material according to B.4.3.

B.4.2.3 Side Roads, Crossovers, Turn Lanes, Ramps, and Roundabouts

(1)	Determine the pavement density as specified in B.4.2.1.

B.4.2.4 Documentation

(1)	Document QC density test data as specified in CMM 8.15. Provide the engineer with the data for each lot within 24 hours of completing the QC testing for the lot.

B.4.3 Corrective Action

(1)	Notify the engineer immediately when an individual test is more than 3.0 percent below the specified minimum in standard spec 460.3.3.1. Investigate and determine the cause of the unacceptable test result.

(2)	The engineer may require unacceptable material specified in B.4.3(1) to be removed and replaced with acceptable material or allow the nonconforming material to remain in place with a 50 percent pay reduction. Determine limits of the unacceptable area by measuring density of the layer at 50-foot increments both ahead and behind the point of unacceptable density and at the same offset as the original test site. Continue testing at 50-foot increments until a point of acceptable density is found as specified in standard spec 460.5.2.2(1). Removal and replacement of material may be required if extended testing is in a previously accepted sublot. Testing in a previously accepted sublot will not be used to recalculate a new lot density.

(3)	Compute unacceptable pavement area using the product of the longitudinal limits of the unacceptable density and the full sublot width within the traffic lanes or shoulders.

(4)	Retesting and acceptance of replaced pavement will be as specified in standard spec 105.3.

(5)	Tests indicating density more than 3.0 percent below the specified minimum, and further tests taken to determine the limits of unacceptable area, are excluded from the computations of the sublot and lot densities.

(6)	If 2 consecutive sublot averages within the same paving pass and same target density are more than one percent below the specified target density, notify the engineer and take necessary corrective action. Document the locations of such sublots and the corrective action that was taken.

B.5 Department Testing

B.5.1 Verification Testing

(1)	The department will have a HTCP certified technician, or ACT working under a certified technician, perform verification testing. The department will test randomly at locations independent of the contractor’s QC work. The department will perform verification testing at a minimum frequency of 10 percent of the sublots and a minimum of one sublot per mix design. The sublots selected will be within the active work zone. The contractor will supply the necessary traffic control for the department’s testing activities.

(2)	The QV tester will test each selected sublot using the same testing requirements and frequencies as the QC tester.

(3)	If the verification sublot average is not more than one percent below the specified minimum target density, use the QC tests for acceptance.

(4)	If the verification sublot average is more than one percent below the specified target density, compare the QC and QV sublot averages. If the QV sublot average is within 1.0 lb/ft3 of the QC sublot average, use the QC tests for acceptance.

(5)	If the first QV/QC sublot average comparison shows a difference of more than 1.0 lb/ft3 each tester will perform an additional set of tests within that sublot. Combine the additional tests with the original set of tests to compute a new sublot average for each tester. If the new QV and QC sublot averages compare to within 1.0 lb/ft3, use the original QC tests for acceptance.

(6)	If the QV and QC sublot averages differ by more than 1.0 lb/ft3 after a second set of tests, resolve the difference with dispute resolution specified in B.6. The engineer will notify the contractor immediately when density deficiencies or testing precision exceeding the allowable differences are observed.

B.5.2 Independent Assurance Testing

(1)	Independent assurance is unbiased testing the department performs to evaluate the department’s verification and the contractor’s QC sampling and testing including personnel qualifications, procedures, and equipment. The department will perform the independent assurance review according to the department’s independent assurance program.

B.6 Dispute Resolution

(1)	The testers may perform investigation in the work zone by analyzing the testing, calculation, and documentation procedures. The testers may perform gauge comparison according to B.3.2.1.

(2)	The testers may use comparison monitoring according to B.3.2.2 to determine if one of the gauges is out of tolerance. If a gauge is found to be out of tolerance with its reference value, remove the gauge from the project and use the other gauge’s test results for acceptance.

(3)	If the testing discrepancy cannot be identified, the contractor may elect to accept the QV sublot density test results or retesting of the sublot in dispute within 48 hours of paving. Traffic control costs will be split between the department and the contractor.

(4)	If investigation finds that both gauges are in error, the contractor and engineer will reach a decision on resolution through mutual agreement.

B.7 Acceptance

(1)	The department will not accept QMP HMA Pavement Nuclear Density if a non-compared gauge is used for contractor QC tests.

C (Vacant)

D (Vacant)

E Payment

E.1 QMP Testing

(1)	Costs for all sampling, testing, and documentation required under this special provision are incidental to the work. If the contractor fails to perform the work required under this special provision, the department may reduce the contractor’s pay. The department will administer pay reduction under the Non-performance of QMP administrative item.

E.2 Disincentive for HMA Pavement Density

(1)	The department will administer density disincentives as specified in standard spec 460.5.2.2.

E.3 Incentive for HMA Pavement Density

(1)	The department will administer density incentives as specified in standard spec 460.5.2.3.

stp-460-020 (20161130)

Reinforced Concrete Pipe Class IV 12-Inch, Item 608.0412.

Supplement the following to standard spec 608.5.2 (2):

Payment is full compensation for excavation, removal and disposal of storm sewer pipe.

Inlet Covers Type C, Item 611.0612 & Manholes 4-FT Diameter, Item 611.2004

Supplement the following to standard spec 611.5.2 (3):

Payment is full compensation for excavation, removal and disposal of storm sewer manhole.

Supplement the following to standard spec 611.5.4 (2):

Payment is full compensation for excavation, removal and disposal of inlet cover.

Insulation Board Polystyrene, 4-Inch, Item 612.0902.S.

A Description

This special provision describes furnishing and placing polystyrene insulation board as the plans show.

B Materials

Provide polystyrene insulation board that conforms to the requirements for Extruded Insulation Board, AASHTO Designation M230 as modified in this special provision.

Delete flammability requirement.

B.1 Certification

Before installation, obtain from the manufacturer a certification indicating compliance and furnish it to the project engineer.

C Construction

Once the Abandoned Watermain Exploration is complete, determine the cover over the existing abandoned watermain. Cover is to be measured from finished grade of proposed drainage ditch to top of existing abandoned watermain. Place Insulation Board Polystyrene, 4-Inch when the cover over the existing abandoned watermain is 7 feet or less.

D Measurement

The department will measure Insulation Board Polystyrene, 4-Inch by area in square yards of work completed and accepted.

E Payment

Payment for Insulation Board Polystyrene, 4-Inch is full compensation for providing materials, including polystyrene board; for all excavating, backfilling, and disposing of surplus material; and for furnishing all labor, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the contract work.

Fence Safety, Item 616.0700.S.

A Description

This special provision describes providing plastic fence at locations the plans show.

B Materials

Furnish notched conventional metal "T" or "U" shaped fence posts.

Furnish fence fabric meeting the following requirements.

Color:	International orange (UV stabilized)
Roll Height:	4 feet
Mesh Opening:	1 inch min to 3 inch max
Resin/Construction:	High density polyethylene mesh
Tensile Yield:	Avg. 2000 lb per 4 ft. width (ASTM D638)
Ultimate Tensile Strength:	Avg. 3000 lb per 4 ft. width (ASTM D638)
Elongation at Break (%):	Greater than 100% (ASTM D638)
Chemical Resistance:	Inert to most chemicals and acids

C Construction

Drive posts into the ground 12 to 18 inches. Space posts at 7 feet.

Use a minimum of three wire ties to secure the fence at each post. Weave tension wire through the top row of strands to provide a top stringer that prevents sagging.

Overlap two rolls at a post and secure with wire ties.

D Measurement

The department will measure Fence Safety by the linear foot along the base of the fence, center-to-center of posts acceptably completed.

E Payment

The department will pay for measured quantities at the contract unit price under the following bid item:

ITEM NUMBER	DESCRIPTION	UNIT

616.0700.S	Fence Safety	LF

Payment is full compensation for furnishing and installing fence and posts; maintaining the fence and posts in satisfactory condition; and for removing and disposing of fence and posts at project completion.

stp-616-030 (20160607)

Salvaged Topsoil, Item 625.0500.

Replace standard spec 625.3.2 (4) with the following:

(4)	Salvage topsoil from excavation areas as shown on the plan in excess of 3-inches to USDA. Stockpile excess topsoil in designated locations pre-determined by USDA. Pre-determined locations are anticipated to be located on the USDA property located adjacent to the USH 12 corridor. Contact the USDA to coordinate stockpile locations. Mike Stanek, USDA at (608) 572-0781 or Michael.Stanek@ars.usda.gov.

Replace standard spec 625.3.3 (1) with the following:

After preparing and finishing the areas designated for topsoil to the required lines, grades, slopes and cross-section, place, and spread the topsoil to a uniform depth of 3-inches.

Supplement standard spec 625.5.2 with the following:

Payment for salvaged topsoil is full compensation for hauling and stockpiling excess topsoil to pre-determined locations.

Nighttime Work Lighting-Stationary.

A Description

This special provision describes furnishing portable lighting as necessary to complete nighttime work. Nighttime operations consist of work specifically scheduled to occur after sunset and before sunrise.

B (Vacant)

C Construction

C.1 General

This provision shall apply when providing, maintaining, moving, and removing portable light towers and equipment-mounted lighting fixtures for nighttime stationary work operations, for the duration of nighttime work on the contract.

At least 14 days before the nighttime work, furnish a lighting plan to the engineer for review and acceptance. Address the following in the plan:

1.	Layout, including location of portable lighting – lateral placement, height, and spacing. Clearly show on the layout the location of all lights necessary for every aspect of work to be done at night.

2.	Specifications, brochures, and technical data of all lighting equipment to be used.

3.	The details on how the luminaires will be attached.

4.	Electrical power source information.

5.	Details on the louvers, shields, or methods to be employed to reduce glare.

6.	Lighting calculations. Provide illumination with average to minimum uniformity ratio of 5:1 or less throughout the work area.

7.	Detail information on any other auxiliary equipment.

C.2 Portable Lighting

Provide portable lighting that is sturdy and free standing and does not require any guy wires, braces, or any other attachments. Furnish portable lighting capable of being moved as necessary to keep up with the construction project. Position the portable lighting and trailers to minimize the risk of being impacted by traffic on the roadway or by construction traffic or equipment. Provide lightning protection for the portable lighting. Portable lighting shall withstand up to 60 mph wind velocity.

If portable generators are used as a power source, furnish adequate power to operate all required lighting equipment without any interruption during the nighttime work. Provide wiring that is weatherproof and installed according to local, state, federal (NECA and OSHA) requirements. Equip all power sources with a ground-fault circuit interrupter to prevent electrical shock.

C.3 Light Level and Uniformity

Position (spacing and mounting height) the luminaires to provide illumination with an average to minimum uniformity ratio of 5:1 or less throughout the work area.

Illuminate the area as necessary to incorporate construction vehicles, equipment, and personnel activities.

C.4 Glare Control

Design, install, and operate all lighting supplied under these specifications to minimize or avoid glare that interferes with all traffic on the roadway or that causes annoyance or discomfort for properties adjoining the roadway. Locate, aim, and adjust the luminaires to provide the adequate level of illumination and the specified uniformity in the work area without the creation of objectionable glare.

Provide louvers, shields, or visors, as needed, to reduce any objectionable levels of glare. As a minimum, ensure the following requirements are met to avoid objectionable glare on the roadways open to traffic in either direction or for adjoining properties:

1.	Aim tower-mounted luminaires, either parallel or perpendicular to the roadway, so as to minimize light aimed toward approaching traffic.

2.	Aim all luminaires such that the center of beam axis is no greater than 60 degrees above vertical (straight down).

If lighting does not meet above-mentioned criteria, adjust the lighting within 24 hours.

C.5 Continuous Operation

Provide and have available sufficient fuel, spare lamps, generators, and qualified personnel to ensure that the lights will operate continuously during nighttime operation. In the event of any failure of the lighting system, discontinue the operation until the adequate level of illumination is restored. Move and remove lighting as necessary.

D (Vacant)

E Payment

Costs for furnishing a lighting plan, and for providing, maintaining, moving, and removing portable lighting, tower mounted lighting, and equipment-mounted lighting required under this special provision are incidental to the contract.

stp-643-010 (20100709)

Temporary Portable Rumble Strips, Item 643.0310.S.

A Description

This special provision describes providing, relocating, maintaining, and removing temporary portable rumble strips.

B Materials

Furnish RoadQuake2 or Roadquake2F temporary portable rumble strips, by Plastic Safety Systems. Do not use alternate products or methods without preapproval by the Bureau of Traffic Operations.

C Construction

C.1 Placement

Provide rumble strips where the plans show or the engineer directs as follows:

1.	Before placing rumble strips, clean the roadway of sand and other materials that may cause slippage.

2.	Place one end of the rumble strips 6 inches from the roadway centerline. Extend the strips perpendicular to the direction of travel. Ensure strips lay flat on the roadway surface.

3.	Only one series of rumble strips, placed before the first work zone, is required per direction of travel for multiple work zones spaced 1 mile or less apart. Work zones spaced greater than 1 mile apart require a separate series of rumble strips.

C.2 Maintenance

Maintain rumble strips as follows:

1.	If rumble strips slide, become out of alignment, or are no longer in the wheel path of approaching vehicles during the work period, thoroughly clean both sides of the rumble strips and reset on a clean roadway.

2.	Repair or replace damaged rumble strips immediately.

D Measurement

The department will measure temporary portable rumble strips as a single lump sum unit of work acceptably completed.

E Payment

The department will pay for measured quantities at the contract unit price under the following bid item:

ITEM NUMBER	DESCRIPTION	UNIT

643.0310.S	Temporary Portable Rumble Strips	LS

Payment is full compensation for providing, relocating, maintaining or replacing, and removing temporary portable rumble strips.

stp-643-020 (20161130)

Optimized Aggregate Gradation Incentive, Item 715.0710.

Description

This special provision describes optional contractor optimized aggregate gradation, optional optimized mixture designs, and associated additional requirements for class 1 concrete used in concrete pavements. Conform to standard specification part 7 and as follows:

Optimized Aggregate Gradation

A Job Mix Formula (JMF) contains all of the following:

Proportions for each aggregate fraction conforming to table 1.

Individual gradations for each aggregate fraction.

Composite gradation of the combined aggregates including working ranges on each sieve in accordance with table 2.

Submit the target JMF and aggregate production gradation test results to the engineer for review 10 business days before initial concrete placement.

TABLE 1 TARANTULA CURVE GRADATION BAND

SIEVE SIZES	PERCENT RETAINED
2 in.	0
1 1/2 in.	≤5
1 in.	<16
3/4 in.	<20
1/2 in.	4-20
3/8 in.	4-20
No. 4	4-20
No. 8[1]	<12
No. 16[1]	<12
No. 30[1] [2]	4-20
No. 50 [2]	4-20
No. 100 [2]	≤10
No. 200 [2]	≤2.3

[1]	Minimum of 15% retained on the sum of the #8, #16, and #30 sieves.

[2]	Conform to 24-34% retained of fine sand on the #30-200 sieves.

TABLE 2 JMF WORKING RANGE

SIEVE SIZES	WORKING RANGE[1] (PERCENT)
2 in.	+/- 5
1 1/2 in.	+/- 5
1 in.	+/- 5
3/4 in.	+/- 5
1/2 in.	+/- 5
3/8 in.	+/- 5
No. 4	+/- 5
No. 8	+/- 4
No. 16	+/- 4
No. 30	+/- 4
No. 50	+/- 3
No. 100	+/- 2
No. 200	≤ 2.3

[1]	Working range limits of composite gradation based on moving average of 4 tests.

Test each component aggregate once per 1,500 cubic yards during concrete production. Take samples by one of the following sampling methods:

1.	At the belt leading to the weigh hopper.

2.	Working face of the stock piles at the concrete plant if approved by the engineer.

The department will take independent QV samples using the same sampling method the contractor uses for QC sampling. QV samples may be taken by the contractor's QC personnel if witnessed by the department's QV personnel. The department will split each QV sample and retain half for all dispute resolutions. If QV test results conform to the specification, the department will take no further action. If QV test results are nonconforming, add the QV to the QC test results as if it were an additional QC test.

If, during concrete production, the moving average of four for any sieve fall outside the allowable JMF working range do the following:

1.	Notify the engineer of the test results within 1 business day from the time of sampling.

2.	Make immediate adjustments to the JMF, within the limits specified in Table 3;

3.	Review JMF adjustments with the engineer. Both the contractor and engineer will sign the adjusted JMF if the adjustments comply with Table 3.

4.	If the moving average of four falls outside the adjusted allowable working range, stop production and provide a new mix design including JMF to the engineer.

TABLE 3 ALLOWABLE JMF ADJUSTMENTS

SIEVE SIZES	ALLOWABLE ADJUSTMENT (PERCENT)
>= No. 4	+/- 5
No. 8 – No. 30	+/- 4
No. 50	+/- 3
No. 100	+/- 2

Dispute Resolution

The department will resolve disputes as specified in standard spec 106.3.4.3.5 using QV split samples.

Sublot and Lot Size

A sublot consists of up to 1,500 cubic yards. A lot consists of two sublots.

Optimized Concrete Mixtures

The contractor may use a reduced cementitious content for concrete pavement placed if the contractor does the following:

1.	Use an optimized aggregate gradation as defined in this special provision.

2.	Conform to the additional testing requirements for flexural strength as specified in the contract special provisions.

3.	Submit aggregate gradation result records no more than 2 years old when developing the mix design.

4.	Determine the volume of voids in the optimized aggregates using ASTM C29.

5.	Download and follow the instructions tab of the Optimized Gradation and Mix Design Spreadsheet located at:

http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/doing-bus/eng-consultants/cnslt-rsrces/qmp/default.aspx

6.	Design an appropriate paste content based upon the Performance-based PCC Mix Design Guide located at:

http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/doing-bus/eng-consultants/cnslt-rsrces/qmp/default.aspx

7.	Provide a minimum Vpaste/Vvoids of 1.25. (Paste/Void ratio equals the volume of paste divided by the volume of voids.).

8.	Evaluate workability of trial batches by following section 6.8 of AASHTO Draft Performance Engineered Concrete Pavement Mixtures Specifications located at:

http://wisconsindot.gov/Pages/doing-bus/eng-consultants/cnslt-rsrces/qmp/default.aspx

9.	Submit trial batch workability results when submitting the mix design.

10.	Submit the CP Tech center computer spreadsheet concrete mix design to the engineer for review at least 3 business days before producing concrete.

11.	Provide a minimum cement content of 520 pounds per cubic yard, except if using type I, IL, or III cement in a mix where the geologic composition of the coarse aggregate is primarily igneous or metamorphic materials, provide a minimum cement content of 660 pounds per cubic yard.

12.	The contractor may use class C fly ash or grade 100 or 120 slag as a partial replacement for cement. For binary mixes use up to 30% fly ash or slag. For ternary mixes use up to 30% fly ash plus slag in combination. Replacement values are in percent by weight of the total cementitious material in the mix.

13.	See CMM 8-70.2.2.3 for additional guidance.

Measurement

The department will measure Optimized Aggregate Gradation Incentive by the dollar, for each combined averaged lot of QC test results meeting Table 1.

Payment

The department will pay incentive of 3 percent of the contract unit price for concrete pavement under the following bid item:

ITEM NUMBER	DESCRIPTION	UNIT

715.0710	Optimized Aggregate Gradation Incentive	DOL

stp-715-005 (20180628)

Flexural Strength for Concrete Mix Design.

This special provision describes optional testing requirements for flexural strength during the mix design process. Conform to standard spec part 7 as modified in this special provision.

Add the following to standard spec table 701-2:

TEST	TEST STANDARD
Flexural Strength of Concrete	AASHTO T97

Replace 715.2.3.1(1) with the following:

(1)	Provide both compressive and flexural strength information to demonstrate the strength of the proposed mix design. Use either laboratory strength data for new mixes or field strength data for established mixes as follows:

1.	Use at least 5 pairs of cylinders for compressive strength. Demonstrate that the 28-day compressive strength will equal or exceed the 85 percent within limits criterion specified in 715.5.2.

2.	Use at least 5 pairs of beams for flexural strength. Demonstrate that the 28-day flexural strength will equal or exceed 650 psi.

stp-715-010 (20170615)

Crack and Damage Survey, Item 999.1500.S.

A Description

This special provision describes conducting a crack and damage survey of the sewer pump house located at Sta. 406’B’+56 – Sta. 406’B’+79, 61.0’ LT.

This Crack and Damage Survey shall consist of two parts. The first part, performed before construction activities, shall include a visual inspection, digital images, and a written report describing the existing defects in the building(s) being inspected. The second part, performed after the construction activities, shall also include a visual inspection, digital images, and written report describing any change in the building’s condition.

B (Vacant)

C Construction

Before any construction activities, thoroughly inspect the building structures for existing defects, including interior and exterior walls. Electronically submit a written report with the inspector’s name, date of inspection, descriptions and locations of defects, and digital images. The intent of the written report and digital images is to procure a record of the general physical condition of the building’s interior and exterior walls and foundation.

Use a digital camera capable of producing sharp, grain free, high-contrast colored digital images with good shadow details. Label each digital image with the following information:

ID:

Building Location:

View looking:

Date:

Photographer:

Before the start of any construction activities related to this survey, submit a copy of the written report and digital images to the engineer electronically.

After the construction activities are complete, conduct another survey in the same manner, take digital images, and submit another written report to the engineer electronically.

Instead of digital images, a digital video camera capable of producing sharp, high contrast, colored digital video with good shadow detail may be used to perform this work.

D Measurement

The department will measure Crack and Damage Survey as single complete lump sum unit of work acceptably completed.

E Payment

The department will pay for measured quantities at the contract unit price under the following bid item:

ITEM NUMBER	DESCRIPTION	UNIT

999.1500.S	Crack and Damage Survey	LS

Payment is full compensation for providing the before and after written reports, and for photographs or video.

Abandoned Watermain Exploration, Item SPV.0105.01.

A Description

This special provision describes excavating an exploratory trench to locate an existing abandoned watermain.

B Materials (Vacant)

C Construction

Perform the exploratory excavation in sufficient advance of the grading operations to allow uninterrupted progress of these operations.

Excavate a 4 foot wide, 10 foot deep trench from Sta. 139+57 – Sta. 140+14, 110’ Rt. Keep the area open until the engineer orders it backfilled. Backfill the area with the material obtained from the exploratory excavation activities.

D Measurement

The department will measure Abandoned Watermain Exploration by the lump sum acceptably completed.

E Payment

The department will pay for measured quantities at the contract unit price under the following bid item:

ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION UNIT

SPV.0105.01 Abandoned Watermain Exploration	LS

Payment for Abandoned Watermain Exploration is full compensation for all excavating and backfilling required to complete the work.

Crushed Concrete Fill Material Restoration, Item SPV.0105.02.

A Description

This special provision describes restoration of the existing Crushed Concrete Fill Material stockpile located in the former Badger Army Ammunition Plant.

B Materials (Vacant)

C Construction

Restore the stockpile area to existing adjacent contours. Restoration includes minor grading and finishing of the stockpile area at the location shown in the plans. Furnish materials and construct as the plans show and engineer directs conforming to the following:

Common excavation and material disposal……………………………………………..205

Topsoil…………………………………………………………………………………..625

Mulching………………………………………………………………………………...627

Fertilizer…………………………………………………………………………………629

Seeding…………………………………………………………………………………..630

Conduct soil test to determine the pH of existing soils. Apply lime as needed to achieve a pH of 5.5 of higher. Apply lime prior to seeding. Do not use nitrogen within the same seeding year.

D Measurement

The department will measure Crushed Concrete Fill Material Restoration by the lump sum acceptably completed.

E Payment

The department will pay for measured quantities at the contract unit price under the following bid item:

ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION UNIT

SPV.0105.02 Crushed Concrete Fill Material Restoration	LS

Payment for Crushed Concrete Fill Material Restoration is full compensation for excavation and grading, topsoil, mulch, fertilizer, and seeding bid items. Payment also includes soil test and lime required to achieve desired pH level.