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Current Memorandums

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Previous Construction Memo's that have expired will still apply to the projects let prior to the dates referenced in the memo,
but will now require State Construction Engineer approval to ensure the intent of the memo is still applicable.
Matrix of DCE Memos for Zero Dollar Spec Changes

 

  DCE Memo's 2013
23-13 External Sign Lighting on Overhead Signs
22-13 Public Records Law Specification Article 3-9
21-13 Programming & Funding for Landscape Contracts
20-13 American Cement Company Plant (CMT 40)
19-13  Replacement of Comp Books with Plan Summary Boxes
18-13 Identification of Concrete Testing Technicians on the Material Sample Transmittal Card
(C-22 Card)
17-13 Specification 430-4.8 Pipe Inspection
16-13 Demonstration Project for Non-Metallic Rebar Fasteners
15-13 Change from ARB-5 and ARB-12 to PG 76-22 (ARB) on Projects Let Prior to 7/1/13
14-13 Changes to Standard CEI, Pre-Event & Hybrid Scope of Services Revised 6/28/13
13-13 Implementation of Electronic Submissions of Construction Documentation
12-13 Correction to Design Standard, Index 11200
11-13 Revisions to CTQM Requirements for Requalification of QC Manager, Asphalt Mix Designer, & Concrete Lab Level 2.
10-13 Boral Plant Bowen Fly Ash (FA02)
09-13 Implementation of New Concrete Surface Finish Policy on Projects in Progress
08-13 End of Asphalt Load Segregation Concerns
07-13 Technical Specification Change for Reclaimed Concrete Aggregate (on Federal-Aid Projects)
06-13 Approval of Chapter 8.4 of the Materials Manual
05-13 Headwaters Resources - Orlando, Stanton, Fly Ash (FA20)
04-13 Separation Technologies - Jacksonville, Fly Ash (FA17)
03-13 Structural Concrete Resolution Cost for Verification Being Upheld
02-13 Design-Build & Public-Private Partnership Phase Reviewers;
Modifications to Electronic Review Comment (ERC) System
01-13 Modification to Testing Requirements for RAP Stockpiles (Specification Sections 320 & 334)

 

  DCE Memo's 2012
28-12 Boral Plant Bowen Fly Ash (FA02)
27-12 Backfill Density Requirements for Pipe Culverts & Structures
26-12 Modifications to Section 916 - Bituminous Materials
25-12 FDOT 415 Temporary Concrete Barrier Wall Units
24-12 Titan America Pennsuco Cement Plant (CMT23)
23-12 High Visibility Safety Apparel - Design Standards Revision (R1303)
22-12 Permanent & Temporary Crash Cushion Selection
21-12 Barrier & Traffic Railing Mounted Signs - Design Standards Revision (R1302) REVISED 7/30/12
20-12 Modifications to Section 334 Superpave Asphalt Concrete
19-12 Modifications to Section 300 Prime and Tack Coats
18-12 Revision of Specification 451-4.6, Bearing Plates for Prestressed Soil Anchors
17-12 Acceptance of Photocopies of Certified Payrolls
16-12 Commercial Material for Driveway Maintenance
15-12 Lifting of Interim Restrictions on Class II HDPE Pipe
14-12 Coating of Structural Steel:  Soluble Salt Testing & Caulking
13-12 Silt Fence Stake Size Clarification
12-12 Interpretation of Supplemental Specification 455 (Dynamic Load Tests)
11-12 Cross-Hole Sonic Logging (CSL) Tubes
10-12 Inclusion of FHWA 1273 in Sub-Contracts Revised 10/8/13
09-12 Thermoplastic Observation Period
08-12 Implementation of Specification 4-3.9.1 (Cost Savings Initiative Proposals) for Design-Build Projects
07-12 Labeling of SW Highway Thermoplastic Material
06-12 American Cement Company Cement Plant (CMT40)
05-12 Specification Change for Coarse Aggregate - No. 89 Stone Specification for No. 8 Sieve
04-12 St. Johns River Power Park Fly Ash Plant (FA17)
03-12 Reinforcing Steel Sample Frequency, Metals & Guardrail Steel Acceptance
02-12 Waste Asphalt Quantity Determination
01-12 Pre-stressed Concrete Products Curing Period

 

  DCE Memo's 2011
14-11 Field Welding of Temporary Works
13-11 Required Specification Change for Section 916 Bituminous Materials
12-11 Payment of Streamline Contracts Via Electronic Estimates Delivery (EED) and Schedule of Values Submittal Requirements on Future Streamline Lump Sum Contracts  REVISED
11-11 Use of Continuous Rail Bolsters for Support of Bridge Deck Reinforcing Bars on Stay-In-Place (SIP) Forms
10-11 MSE Wall Design Standards Index 6000 Series    (View MicroStation Drawings)
09-11 Unverified Concrete Lots on the Project - Final Materials Certifications
08-11 Standardized Concrete Sample Number/Lot Number System
07-11 Substandard Burlap-Polyethylene Sheeting
05-11 Retained Yellow Color of Pavement Marking Materials
04-11 Specification Change for Section 914 - 2.2 Stabilization Materials
03-11 Loss of Crystal River Power Plant Fly Ash (FA-01)
02-11 OSHA Rule (29 CFR Part 1926) Cranes & Derricks in Construction
01-11 Introduction of the New FDOT Design Standards Index 6000 Series

 

  DCE Memo's 2010
17-10 High Slump Concrete with Lumps and Balls
13-10 Field Welding
05-10 Utilization of Embedded Data Collectors (EDC) in All Bridge Projects with Square
Prestressed Concrete Pile Foundations
01-10 Testing of Elastomeric Bearing Pads for Bridge Structures (Addendum to DCE memo 20-09)

 

  DCE Memo's 2009
20-09 Testing of Elastomeric Bearing Pads for Bridge Structures
18-09 Technical Considerations for Flexible Pipe Selection and Substitution
09-09 Making Revisions to Contractor Quality Control Plans

 

  DCE Memo's 2008
14-08 Clarification of Use of Compressive Strength Results to Determine Form Removal
10-08 Guidelines for Changing the Binder Type in Friction Course Mixtures from Asphalt Rubber to Polymer Modified
09-08 Requirement for Products Listed on the QPL to be Manufactured by a Qualified Producer
08-08 Use of Palm Beach Aggregates in FC-5 Mixtures
07-08 Modified Density & Compaction Requirements for 1" Thick Lifts of SP-9.5 & FC-9.5 Superpave Mixtures
06-08 Qualified Products for Structural Coatings REVISED
03-08 Substituting Higher Strength Concrete for Lower Strength Concrete & Structural Concrete for Non-Structural Concrete
   
  Construction Training Memo's 2008
001-08 Qualification Changes for Aggregate Technician Training

 

  DCE Memo's 2007
23-07 Sod Netting - Section 981
16-07 Initial Retroreflectivity for Thermoplastic
13-07 Preliminary and Semifinal Inspection of Construction Projects
08-07 Asphalt Plant Staffing Requirements
04-07 Payment of Bond for Extra Work for Subcontractors REVISED 4/16/07
   

 

  DCE Memo's 2006
24-06 Clarification for 455-43 Auger Cast Piles
08-06 Disputes Review Board & Claims Certifications Requirements
07-06 Revision of Specification 8-3.7.3e, DRB Membership
02-06 Buy American Steel Requirements
   

 

  DCE Memo's 2005
26-05 Use of Approved Aggregate Products w/out Producer Certification
14-05 Adjustment to Incentive/Disincentive & Non-excuse Bonus Contracts Due to Material Shortages
   
  DCE Memo's for 2004
N/A Role of CEI Firms
   
  DCE Memo's for 2003
28-03 Contractor Quality Control - Implementation of The Unsoaked LBR Test
   
   

 

Complete Listing of Previous SCO Memos by Year
2011 2006 2001  
2010 2005 2000  
2009 2004 1999  
2008 2003 1998  
2007 2002