TRANSPORTATION

Issue

The need for consistent scopes of work in 3R construction projects which focus on the original purpose of 3R work and minimize the potential for added work and increased project costs.

Action

At the March 14, 2012 Executive Workshop, a list of work items commonly included in 3R construction projects was discussed. It was agreed this list would be distributed to the Districts for review and to be used as guidance for determining the work items included in the scope of work on 3R projects. The list identifies three groups of work items common to most 3R projects:

1. To Be Eliminated from All Resurfacing Projects: Items on this list can only remain in a project if an analysis shows that the savings in construction would be eliminated by the redesign fees associated with the item's elimination.

2. To Remain in Resurfacing Projects: Items on this list are generally necessary to fulfill commitments made to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA); satisfy statutory requirements; or maintain/upgrade to the safety of the facility.

3. To Remain in Resurfacing Projects at the Engineer's Discretion: Items on this list are often included in 3R projects because of their nominal safety value, public input, district practice, or any number of other reasons - many of which are valid but known only by the Design Team.

The objective of the list of work items is to provide more consistency in 3R projects, identify items of work which may lead to scope creep, and reduce or control project costs. The District are to begin using this information to review and adjust, as necessary, the scope of work for 3R projects included in the September 2012 letting and beyond.

List of Optional Items to Review on RRR Projects

Project Management Memorandum 12-02 - 3R project review requirements