County Route	Job Number	Core Team Member

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CONSTRUCTION and MATERIALS

SCOPING CHECKLIST

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A project’s scope can be defined as the set of design parameters that precisely satisfy the purpose and need of the project. A poorly identified scope that is broader than the purpose and need will result in an unnecessarily high project budget and schedule, while a scope which falls short will yield a project that accomplishes little of significance. While an accurate project scope is difficult to identify early in development, a careful, multidisciplinary examination of the purpose and need will produce a solid foundation upon which project development can occur.

This checklist is designed to stimulate thought on those project parameters that are sometimes overlooked and whose omission can jeopardize the integrity of the scope. At the initial scoping meeting, the appropriate core team member should fill out the checklist as completely as possible. As project development progresses, the core team member should continue to update the checklist and coordinate with the project manager. In this manner, potential changes to the project scope can be dealt with as they emerge and the scope represented by the preliminary plan will be as accurate as possible.

General Constructability Issues

Evaluate the construction impacts of rapid commercial development in the project area.
Evaluate construction staging to ensure minimal impact to the motorist.
Consider availability of material staging areas.
Consider work zone signing requirements.
Consider need for contract incentives or disincentives to minimize construction time.
Evaluate necessary temporary construction easement sites.

Project Administration Issues – Division 100

Evaluate potential utility conflicts.
Ensure the project completion is reasonable for the work involved and the department’s needs. (Should work days, completion date, or a combination of the two be specified? Is an incentive/disincentive clause needed to ensure timely completion? Should workdays and liquidated damages be counted between December 15 and March 15?)
Evaluate the impact of project on other ongoing projects in the area.

Earthwork Issues – Division 200

Consider need for any soil stability for high plastic soils.
Evaluate the existence of any possible hazardous wastes (e.g. underground storage tanks, buildings with asbestos, railroad ties, rubber tires, etc.; or any buildings or structures with footings or foundations that may interfere with the new project?)
Ensure the assumed soil shrinkage factors are reasonable, based upon local soil types and other area projects.
Evaluate the ability for soils to be easily classified. If not, consider using ‘Unclassified Excavation’.
Evaluate the disposition of excess material. ( Can it be used within project limits or on adjacent projects?)
Evaluate the existence of stable rock on the project.
Consider undergrading in areas such as old ponds or creek beds.
Consider effects of edge drop-offs created by the project.

Bases & Aggregate Surface Issues – Division 300

Consider appropriate stabilization of bypasses and shoulders that will be used to carry traffic during staged construction.
Consider permeable asphalt base or concrete base if applicable.

Flexible Pavement Issues – Division 400

Ensure consideration is given to matching the existing conditions (e.g. existing cross slope, existing entrances, existing curbing).

Rigid Pavement Issues – Division 500

Consider the use of high early strength concrete in critical locations to eliminate cure time and accelerate the project?

Incidental Construction Issues – Division 600

Evaluate the traffic control plan to ensure it reflects construction staging.
Ensure the roadway cross-sections are of adequate width for guardrail and end terminal installation.
Consider bringing existing guardrail up to standard rail height.
Ensure the correct type and locations are identified for fencing.
Ensure construction personnel make an updated survey of the pavement repair areas on the project and the quantities are included.

Roadside Development Issues – Division 800

Ensure erosion control is adequate for adjacent terrain and for type of work. Consider past experience with the DNR inspector for a particular area.

For questions, comments, or suggested revisions to this checklist, please contact the State Construction and Materials Engineer