IX. CONSTRUCTION AND INSPECTION - Subcontractor Prequalification, Construction Posters, and Construction Inspection

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Provides procedural guidance for Infrastructure Projects covering ground disturbance or work involving existing structures. Defines subcontractor prequalification requirements with KYTC and the written approval process through the Administering Office before any subcontractor is used. Specifies requirements for construction posters on Federal-aid sites and details construction inspection responsibilities, including inspector qualification standards, certifications, daily inspection work report (DIR) contents, deviation handling, and DBE utilization verification.

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IX. CONSTRUCTION AND INSPECTION

IX.1 Subcontractor Prequalification

IX.2 Construction Posters

IX.3 Construction Inspection

IX. CONSTRUCTION AND INSPECTION This section only applies to Infrastructure Projects. Infrastructure projects are those that involve any ground disturbance or that involve an existing structure. Examples include sidewalks, streetscape projects, installing signs, restoration of historic buildings, and any major construction project. IX.1. Subcontractor Prequalification Prime contractors may use subcontractors for components of project construction. The LPA should be aware of the following: Subcontractors must be prequalified with KYTC for the type of work they are to perform. Prior to the contractor using a subcontractor on any phase of project construction, it must request approval of that subcontractor in writing from the Administering Office by filling out a subcontractor request form found here: HYPERLINK "http://transportation.ky.gov/Organizational-Resources/Forms/TC%2063-35.xls" http://transportation.ky.gov/Organizational-Resources/Forms/TC%2063-35.xls A copy of this form is also provided as an attachment to this chapter. For more information regarding the proper way to request subcontractor approval please see section CST 304-1 in the KYTC construction manual located at HYPERLINK "http://transportation.ky.gov/Organizational-Resources/Policy%20Manuals%20Library/Construction.pdf" http://transportation.ky.gov/Organizational-Resources/Policy%20Manuals%20Library/Construction.pdf. The LPA must also submit an Affidavit for Bidders, Offerors, and Contractors signed by each subcontractor, found here: Jackie, please provide link A copy of this form is also provided as an attachment to this chapter. Any prime contractor must perform at least 30% of the construction work and must perform more than any single subcontractor. IX.2 Construction Posters Signs required to be posted on Federal-aid project job sites can be found here: HYPERLINK "http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/contracts/poster.cfm" http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/programadmin/contracts/poster.cfm IX. 3 Construction Inspection Inspectors A construction inspector must inspect the contractor’s work on the project pursuant to the inspection plan. These inspections ensure that the project is well built, compliant with the construction specifications, and that the LPA is getting a good value from the contractor. They also play a role in determining when work has been completed, allowing the contractor to receive progress payments on their contract. The inspector must be qualified by having at least five (5) years of roadway and/or bridge construction experience. Engineering education may be substituted on a year by yearyear-by-year basis with the KYTC State Highway Engineer (SHE) approval. The inspector must have experience and understanding of construction practices, record keeping and workmanship in regard toregarding inspections. The inspector must be capable of handling the physical requirements needed to access and perform all inspection activities on any construction project. Certifications listed below shall be held and maintained throughout the duration of the contract: ACI Level I Certification Aggregate Sampling Technician Grade Level I Technician Asphalt Lay-Down Technician Structural Inspection Level I KEPSC-RI qualification Grade I certification requires use of nuclear density machine (furnished by the KYTC Engineer). The consultant inspector will be required to furnish his own badge and will track and report to appropriate safety organization. Consultant inspector will have to transport nuclear density machine from storage area to job site and be in compliance with policy on transportation and storage and supervision while in his possession until stored properly at end of work dayworkday. Inspectors are required to KYTC inspectors are required to attend safety classes presented by Troxler or equivalent. and all other inspectors must have that same level of training. The inspector(s) must have all qualifications before reporting to duty. The inspector

FAQs

What types of projects does this construction and inspection section apply to?

It applies to Infrastructure Projects involving any ground disturbance or work on existing structures, including sidewalks, streetscape projects, sign installation, historic restoration, and major construction projects.

What is required before a prime contractor uses a subcontractor?

Subcontractors must be prequalified with KYTC for the work type they will perform, and the prime contractor must request written approval from the Administering Office using the subcontractor request form before use on any project phase.

What must a construction inspector do during the project, and what reports are required?

The inspector must inspect the contractor’s work per the inspection plan, be qualified with required experience and certifications, be present on the job site while construction is ongoing, and create Daily Inspection Work Reports (DIRs) including specified operational, equipment, personnel, DBE utilization, measurements, material tests, and traffic control information.

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