Culvert & Slope Repairs MM 72.2

The contract is for culvert and slope repairs at MM 72.2 of the Maine Turnpike. The work includes replacing a portion of the inlet and outlet ends of the existing 30-inch reinforced concrete culvert and reconstructing the embankment over the pipe. The contract also includes excavation, reinforced concrete pipe installation, temporary earth support, slope stabilization, temporary erosion control, maintenance of traffic, and all other work incidental to the project. The contract is governed by the Maine Department of Transportation Standard Specifications, Revision of November 2014, and the Maine Turnpike Supplemental Specifications. The contract has a completion date of October 18, 2024, and substantial completion is expected by October 4, 2024. Some key points of the contract include: • The contract is valued at an estimated $500,000 to $1,000,000. • The contract includes a wage determination developed by the State of Maine Department of Labor. • The contract requires the contractor to follow the Maine Turnpike Authority's Standard Specifications and Supplemental Specifications. • The contract includes a provision for liquidated damages in the event of late completion. • The contract requires the contractor to maintain existing drainage and pipe flow during construction. • The contract includes a provision for the contractor to survey the edge of pavement and white stripe line prior to driving any sheeting for the temporary earth support system. Some key benefits of the contract include: • The contract provides for the repair and reconstruction of a critical infrastructure component of the Maine Turnpike. • The contract includes provisions for maintaining traffic flow and minimizing disruptions to motorists. • The contract requires the contractor to follow strict safety and environmental protocols. • The contract includes a provision for liquidated damages in the event of late completion, which provides an incentive for the contractor to complete the work on time.