Summary of Specifications:
The 2006 Annual Resurfacing Program includes approximately 22 local streets at various locations throughout the City, and portions of two major roads (Ann Arbor-Saline Road and Maple Road). Portions of Ann Arbor-Saline Road will also include some night work. The plans and specifications may be reviewed with a prior appointment at the City of Ann Arbor’s Public Services Department - Engineering Division, 4th Floor, City Hall (for an appointment, contact Mr. John Brink at 734-994-2744). The selected firm shall perform field observations, field and laboratory testing of construction materials, and engineering services to support, assure, control, and document the high quality construction of concrete curbs, sidewalks, and drives; the backfilling and compaction of underground utilities, placement and compaction of sand subbase and aggregate base courses; and the placement of bituminous concrete pavements.
The testing to be performed by the selected firm shall include, but is not limited to, in-place density testing of aggregates and bituminous concrete pavements; slump, air content, and compressive strength testing of Portland cement concrete; geotechnical and/or environmental engineering as required; sampling and testing at asphalt production plants (if required); laboratory testing of sampled materials; and the preparation and submittal in a timely manner of all test results and reports.
All tests and services shall be performed in compliance with all applicable standards including ASTM, ACI, MDOT, and the City of Ann Arbor, as well as any and all specifications of the subject project. All testing and observation shall be performed by certified personnel, under the direct supervision of a professional engineer registered in the State of Michigan and employed by the selected firm.
