District-Wide Safety
Studies Consultant
EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF WORK
For
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Federal Aid Project No.:
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District Three
District-Wide Safety Studies
Consultant
Table of Contents
Traffic Safety Studies, Support and Public Outreach
Acronyms
Purpose
Objective
General Requirements
A.
Beginning and Length of Services
B.
Personnel
C.
Consultant Resources
D.
Subcontracting
E.
Issuance of Work Orders
F.
Photographs and Aerials
G.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Studies and Counts
H.
Crash Analysis
I.
Reports
J.
Monthly Progress Report and Invoicing
K.
Use of Department's Computers
L.
Method of Compensation
M.
Ownership of Works and Inventions
Traffic Safety Studies
Description of Study Types
Study Type I – Composite Study
Study Type II – Intersection Analysis
Study Type III – Signal Warrant Analysis
Study Type IV – Arterial Study
Study Type V – RRR Safety Reviews
Study Type VI – Left Turn Phase Warrant Analysis
Study Type VII – Road (Bike/Ped) Safety Audit
Study Type VIII: School Study
Study Type IX: High Crash Location Review
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Traffic Safety Studies, Support and Public Outreach
Acronyms
AASHTO
CITS
DPM
DSE
DTOE
EDMS
FHWA
HCM
HSIPG
LRE
MUTCD
MUTS
PPM
PTOE
RRR
QA/QC
SSO
TEM
TOPCOP
TWO
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
Consultant Invoice Transmittal System
Department Project Manager
District Safety Engineer
District Traffic Operations Engineer
Electronic Document Management System
Federal Highway Administration
Highway Capacity Manual
Highway Safety Improvement Program Guideline
Long Range Estimate
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Manual of Uniform Traffic Studies.
Plans Preparation Manual
Professional Traffic Operations Engineer
Resurfacing, Restoration and Rehabilitation
Quality Assurance/Quality Control
State Safety Office
Traffic Engineering Manual
Traffic OPerations COmputer Programs Package
Task Work Order
Purpose
The purpose of this Exhibit is to describe the scope of work and the responsibilities of the
Consultant and the Department in connection with work to be authorized under this contract.
The primary purpose of this contract is to identify crash causes, crash trends, and recommend
the appropriate countermeasures to reduce these crashes.
The identified projects may be on State Highways, County and/or any City Streets as well as public
right of way within the sixteen (16) counties of District Three. The projects could be in the form
of studies, support, and/or outreach. All work on this project will be performed to Federal and
State Standards.
The Consultant shall perform those miscellaneous services required to conduct and/or support
studies. It shall be the Consultant's responsibility to utilize the very best engineering judgment,
practices, and principles possible during the prosecution of the work commissioned under this
contract. The Consultant shall be aware that as the project is developed, certain modifications
and/or improvements to the original recommendation may be required. The Consultant is to
incorporate these refinements into the study and will consider this effort to be an anticipated
and integral part of the work. This will not be a basis for any supplemental fee request(s).
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The Consultant shall demonstrate good project management practices while working on this
project. These include communication with the Department and others as necessary,
management of time and resources, and documentation. The Consultant shall set up and
maintain throughout the project a contract file in accordance to Department procedures.
The Department will provide contract administration, management services, and technical
reviews of all work associated with the development and preparation of the studies. The
Department will provide job specific information and/or functions as outlined in this contract.
Objective
The general objective is for the Consultant to conduct studies and develop solutions to crash
problems related to the study. The recommendations, when deemed appropriate, are to be used
by the Department, cities, counties, or others to implement for reducing crashes. Elements of
work shall include, as required, traffic and/or safety studies, surveys, cost estimates, benefit to
cost ratios, net present value, public meetings, conceptual drawings of recommendations, etc.
Thorough knowledge of the Department’s design standards, Plans Preparation Manual (PPM),
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), Traffic
Engineering Manual (TEM), Manual on Uniform Traffic Studies (MUTS), Manual on Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), etc. is necessary to perform these studies.
The analysis and conceptual recommendations produced by the Consultant will provide valuable
input into the development of traffic safety improvement projects to be included in the proposed
safety program. Final recommendations of studies shall be in such detail and format that projects
can be either submitted for the Department’s work program, Maintenance work order or to be
submitted to local cities or counties for their further handling.
General Requirements
The Department shall request Consultant services on an “as-needed” basis. Further, the
Consultant is providing these services on a nonexclusive basis. The Department, at its option,
may elect to have any of the services set forth herein performed by other Consultants or
Department staff.
The Consultant shall return a task schedule and price estimate within one (1) week from the
receipt of the formal written request, emailed by the Department, for each proposed Task Work
Order (TWO) assignment.
A. Beginning and Length of Services
Services to be provided by the Consultant under this agreement will be initiated and completed
as directed by the department project manager on each task work order assigned under this
agreement. This is a district-wide contract of duration up to 5 years. Individual task work orders
will be issued for the assignments, and may be issued either consecutively or concurrently.
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B. Personnel
The Consultant’s work shall be performed and/or directed by the key personnel identified in the
technical/fee proposal presentations by the Consultant. Any changes in the indicated personnel
or the Consultant’s office in charge of the work as identified in the Consultant’s proposal shall be
subject to review and approval by the Department.
At a minimum, the Consultant's local team shall have access to:
Minimum Area(s) of expertise
Position
(for the team making up each category)
1. Consultant Project Manager Traffic engineering, safety engineering, QA/QC, scheduling,
presentation and communication skills
2. Senior Engineer
Traffic engineering, safety engineering, cost estimation,
minor design
3. Engineer
Traffic engineering, safety engineering, conceptual design,
roadway lighting, cost estimation, minor design
4. Engineer in Training
Traffic engineering, safety engineering, roadway design
5. Office technician
Microstation, MS-Office
6. Data collection technician
Data collection equipment use and maintenance
7. GIS programmer
GIS, MS-Access, Other databases
8. Administrative Assistant
MS-Office
B1. Number of Personnel
The Consultant will be responsible for supplying as many personnel as needed to meet
the requirements of this Contract.
B2. Monitoring of Personnel
The Consultant will continuously monitor personnel performance as part of its own
management activity.
B3. Changes in Personnel
The Consultant shall provide the Department with a Project Manager for the life of the
Contract. Any changes to the Consultant's Project Manager or any of the other indicated
personnel in charge of the work shall be subject to review and approval by the
Department in writing before performing any billable services.
C. Consultant Resources
The Consultant should make use of technology tools, such as on-line meetings, teleconferences,
email, etc. to provide the most efficient service possible. In person meetings will likely be
required occasionally at the request of FDOT or the consultant. The on-call nature of this work
requires efficient turnaround of task orders, progress reports, invoices, and deliverables, as well
as efficient and effective work management practices. The workload can be expected to vary as
Department needs change. Responsiveness to on-site needs or meetings as requested is critical
to the success of the on-call work.
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D. Subcontracting
The Department Contract Manager and the Consultant Project Manager in accordance with this
agreement must approve services assigned to any sub-Consultant in advance. All subConsultants must be qualified by the Department to perform all work assigned to them.
Additional sub-Consultants with specialized areas of expertise may be required to complete
specific TWO assignments. The need for the sub-Consultant to be hired and all rates of
compensation shall be requested in writing and agreed to by the Consultant Project Manager,
the Department’s Procurement Office, and the Department Contract Manager and must be
added to the contract via a contract amendment prior to any work being performed by the subConsultant. All work assignments to be performed by a sub-Consultant shall be agreed to by the
Department Project Manager (DPM) and the Consultant Project Manager and documented in the
TWO prior to any work being performed by the sub-Consultant.
E. Issuance of Work Orders
The DPM shall issue a written work order authorizing the Consultant to perform one or more
assignments. The Consultant shall not begin any work prior to receiving a signed TWO document.
Such a TWO shall serve as a Notice to Proceed effective on the date specified in the TWO form.
The TWO issued by the DPM shall, at a minimum, specify:
▪ the type of work to be conducted
▪ the location and project limits (if applicable)
▪ the date on which the final deliverable is due
▪ the total price to be paid to the Consultant
Due to the nature of the work to be assigned under this contract, Consultant staff may be
required to work in the FDOT District Traffic Operations Office. Such a requirement will be
specified in the TWO.
F. Photographs and Aerials
It shall be understood that all locations selected for Study in this Scope shall include color
photographs in the Consultant’s submittal to the Department. When noted, photographs from
the Department’s most current Transportation Statistics Video Log may be used.
G. Pedestrian and Bicycle Studies and Counts
Any reference in this Scope to Pedestrians or Bicycles shall be taken to include both Pedestrians
and Bicycles. It shall also be understood to include golf carts, low speed vehicles, horses, mules,
or other devices not considered a conventional vehicle. The Consultant will keep a detailed
accounting of each type during any study.
H. Crash Analysis
A crash analysis includes the collection, review and analysis of crash data. The Consultant shall
obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for five (5) calendar years; the earliest year as
identified complete by the State Safety Office. This data shall be obtained through the Crash
Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, local agencies or other approved source by the DPM.
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State roadway analysis shall consist of long form crash data from CAR.
Off-system analysis shall consist of long form crash data from CAR and may be
supplemented by short-forms by local agencies or other approved source by the DPM.
This analysis includes the preparation of crash summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a
minimum include the classification of crashes by type, time of day, day of the week, and month.
Injury severity must also be documented in the summary as well as weather and lighting
conditions under which the crash occurred. The Consultant shall identify high crash locations for
the spots and segments within the study area. The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams
for the study area per year of crash data. An aerial may serve as the base image in lieu of a scaled
CADD drawing.
I. Reports
Both preliminary and final reports for each study type shall contain an executive summary
providing a general overview of the contents of the report including general comments about the
location, purpose, findings, conclusions and recommendations.
I1. Preliminary Report
All tasks requiring a report shall have a preliminary report submitted in a Departmentdesignated electronic format to the Project Manager prior to the submittal of the Final
Report. The Project Manager shall review and comment upon the Preliminary Report and
return comments to the Consultant. The Final Report will reflect the comments of the
Project Manager.
I2. Final Report
All final reports (and copies) submitted to the DPM shall be signed, sealed, and dated by
a Florida registered Professional Engineer of the Consultant’s firm (including all
subcontracted work). Reports should normally be in an 8 ½” x 11” format or as approved
by the DPM. Final reports submitted to the DPM shall also include submittal of electronic
files of the final report in Adobe Acrobat PDF format and any associated CADD files in DGN
and Adobe Acrobat PDF format. As applicable, electronic traffic modeling files (e.g.,
Synchro, etc.) shall also be submitted to the DPM.
J. Monthly Progress Report and Invoicing
Monthly the Consultant shall submit to the DPM a status update for each ongoing TWO. This
shall be in an approved format by the DPM with each TWO listed including the percentage
complete along with any necessary updates on sub-Consultant tasks as well as, but not limited
to, the project schedule. This information will be used to control invoicing.
The Consultant will develop and submit monthly reports documenting the progress of each task
during the reporting period regardless of invoicing. Reporting shall identify activities
accomplished during the reporting period, as well as activities anticipated during the next
reporting period. Monthly Progress Reports shall also identify whether funding is sufficient to
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complete each task, issues to be resolved, and schedule modifications. Each monthly status
report will, at a minimum, contain the following information:
▪ Review and analysis of the project including major task accomplishments and payment
milestones;
▪ Schedule status update and adherence, including a summary of all tasks that are behind
schedule or expected to fall behind schedule, all tasks that are over budget or expected
to go over budget, the reasons for the schedule slippage and/or cost over-run, and the
remedial actions in place or proposed;
▪ The status of all tasks that the Consultant has worked on during the reporting period, and
plans to work on during the subsequent reporting period; and
▪ The approved budget, the amount spent to date, the amount spent during the reporting
period, the estimated cost to complete, the percentage of the task completed, and the
anticipated completion date.
The Consultant shall submit to the Department, via the Consultant Invoice Transmittal System
(CITS), (within 5 days of the Progress Report approval) an invoice for each completed task, or in
the case of composite studies, for each completed study task. The invoice shall reference the
work order number, date, study type, unit costs, number of project locations studied, and a total
invoice amount. Upon approval and acceptance of all procedures for a study type or products
for individual study tasks, the DPM shall recommend payment for further processing with the
Department. Payments will not be made that exceed the percentage of work for any event on
any task until those events have actually occurred and the results are acceptable to the
Department.
K. Use of Department's Computers
The Consultant will be allowed remote access to the Department’s Mainframe Computer for any
work under this contract. Any associated fees are the responsibility of the Consultant.
L. Method of Compensation
Payment for the work accomplished will be in accordance with Exhibit “B.” The DPM and the
Consultant shall monitor the cumulative invoiced billings to insure the reasonableness of the
billings compared to the project schedule and the work accomplished and accepted by the
Department.
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Basis of Payment
Each study shall be priced individually and paid for as such. When more than one
assignment is issued simultaneously, regardless of whether it is issued through one or
multiple TWOs, payment shall be negotiated based on the expected reduction in the staffhour effort caused by economies of scale.
Assignments that require significant additional effort than the average negotiated task
shall be submitted with staff-hour estimates for each task. Whenever deemed necessary
by the Department, the total payment for an assignment shall be negotiated between the
Department and the Consultant.
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M. Ownership of Works and Inventions
The Department shall have full ownership of any works of authorship, inventions, improvements,
ideas, data, processes, computer software programs, and discoveries (hereafter called
intellectual property) conceived, created, or furnished under this Agreement, with no rights of
ownership in Consultant or any sub-Consultants/subcontractors. Consultant
and
subConsultants/subcontractors shall fully and promptly disclose to the Department all intellectual
property conceived, created, or furnished under this Agreement. Consultant or sub-Consultant/
subcontractor hereby assigns to the Department the sole and exclusive right, title, and interest
in and to all intellectual property conceived, created, or furnished under this Agreement, without
further consideration. This Agreement shall operate as an irrevocable assignment by Consultant
and sub-Consultants/subcontractors to the Department of the copyright in any intellectual
property created, published, or furnished to the Department under this Agreement, including all
rights thereunder in perpetuity. Consultant and sub Consultants/subcontractors shall not patent
any intellectual property conceived, created, or furnished under this Agreement. Consultant and
sub Consultants/ subcontractors agree to execute and deliver all necessary documents requested
by the Department to effect the assignment of intellectual property to the Department or the
registration or confirmation of the Department’s rights in or to intellectual property under the
terms of this Agreement. Consultant agrees to include this provision in all its subcontracts under
this Agreement.
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Traffic Safety Studies
The following list includes various Traffic Operations/Safety studies that the Department
anticipates to assign to the Consultant. However, since the work to be assigned to the Consultant
depends on the safety issues that are identified throughout the District, the Department does
not guarantee that the Consultant will be assigned a minimum number or type of studies.
Each of these studies (and its subsequent tasks and subtasks) is to be performed by a qualified
traffic engineer or approved specialist. Additional or supplemental tasks as determined by the
DPM might also be required.
Study Type IA – Composite Study
TS 1A – 1: 7-Day Continuous Traffic Count (Bidirectional)
TS 1A – 1A: Additional Count Stations Additive
TS 1A – 2: 24-hour Traffic Count (Intersection)
TS 1A – 2A: 24-hour Traffic Count (One Approach Additive)
TS 1A – 3: 24-Hour Two-Way Traffic Count (One Location)
TS 1A – 4: 8-Hour Turning Movement Count (including pedestrians and trucks)
TS 1A – 4A: Additional Person Additive
TS 1A – 5: 4-Hour Turning Movement Count (including pedestrians and trucks)
TS 1A – 5A: Additional Person Additive
TS 1A – 6: 2-Hour Turning Movement Count (including pedestrians and trucks)
TS 1A – 6A: Additional Person Additive
TS 1A – 7: 8-hour Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count
TS 1A – 7A: Additional Person Additive
TS 1A – 8: 4-hour Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count
TS 1A – 8A: Additional Person Additive
TS 1A – 9: 2-hour Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count
TS 1A –9A: Additional Person Additive
TS 1A – 10: Pedestrian Group Size/Vehicle Gap Size
TS 1A – 11: Travel Time and Delay Study
TS 1A – 11A: Additional 2-Hour Study Period Additive
TS 1A – 12: Intersection Delay Study
TS 1A – 13: Conflict Analysis
TS 1A – 14: Sight Distance Measured
TS 1A – 15: Safe Curve Speed Study
TS 1A – 16: Railroad Crossing Preemption Study
TS 1A – 17: Crash Analysis (Intersection)
TS 1A – 17A: Obtain Traffic Records (Additive)
TS 1A – 18: Crash Analysis (Arterial)
TS 1A – 18A: Obtain Traffic Records (Additive)
TS 1A – 19: Field Review Lite (Intersection)
TS 1A – 20: Field Review Lite (Arterial)
TS 1A – 21: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram (Intersection)
TS 1A – 22: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram (Arterial)
TS 1A – 23: Qualitative Assessment (Intersection)
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TS 1A – 24: Qualitative Assessment (Arterial)
TS 1A – 25: Roadway Signing Inventory
TS 1A – 26: School Zone Inventory
TS 1A – 27: Roadway Lighting Analysis (Intersection)
TS 1A – 28: Roadway Lighting Analysis (Arterial)
TS 1A – 29: Roadway Lighting Study (Intersection)
TS 1A – 30: Roadway Lighting Study (Arterial)
TS 1A – 31: Illuminance Measurement (Intersection)
TS 1A – 32: Illuminance Measurement (Arterial)
TS 1A – 33: Synchro/SimTraffic Analysis
TS 1A – 33A: Additional Signalized Intersection Additive
TS 1A – 33B: Additional Timing Plan Additive
TS 1A – 34: Arterial Analysis/Signal Optimization
TS 1A – 34A: Additional Arterial/Signal Optimization Analysis Additive
TS 1A – 35: Project Benefits, Net Present Value
TS 1A – 36: Preparation and Submission of Report
TS 1A – 37: Speed Zone Study
TS 1A – 37A: Speed Zone Study Additional Location
TS 1A – 38: Left Turn Delay Study
TS 1A – 39: Road Safety Audit (Limited Scope)
TS 1A – 40: Sight Distance Study
TS 1A – 41: Pedestrian Study
TS 1A – 42: Fatal Crash Database
TS 1A – 43: Fatal Crash Review (Office)
TS 1A – 44: Fatal Crash Review (Field)
TS 1 A – 45: Proposed Intersection Analysis
SS 1 – 1: Project Kick-off Meeting
SS 1 – 2: Agency Kick-off Meeting
SS 1 – 3: TWO Progress Meetings
SS 1 – 4: Agency Progress Meetings
SS 1 – 5: Development and Maintenance of Public Outreach Tools
SS 1 – 6: Development of Traffic Engineering Technical Documents
SS 1 – 7: Informational/Educational Efforts
SS 1 – 8: Meeting Support - Issues
SS 1 – 9: Technical Support to Local Agencies and/or Community Traffic Safety Teams (CTST)
SS 1 – 10: Meeting/Presentation Support
SS 1 – 11: Public Meeting Support – Preliminary Alternatives
SS 1 – 12: Presentation of Revised Alternatives
SS 1 – 13: Presentation of Recommendations/Findings
SS 1 – 14: Public Involvement Plan
SS 1 – 15: Development of Educational Materials
SS 1 – 16: In-House Support
Study Type IB – Composite Study
TS 1B – 1: Parking Study
TS 1B – 2: CORSIM Analysis
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TS 1B – 3:
TS 1B – 4:
TS 1B – 5:
TS 1B – 6:
TS 1B – 7:
Concept Development
Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates
Highway Safety Manual Analysis
Traffic Engineering Reviews
Districtwide Miscellaneous Safety Study
Study Type II – Intersection Analysis
Task 2 – 1: Qualitative Assessment
Task 2 – 2: Traffic Volume Data
Task 2 – 2A: Existing Intersection
Sub-Task 2 – 2B: Proposed Intersection
Task 2 – 3: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
Task 2 – 4: Intersection Delay Study
Task 2 – 5: Crash Analysis
Task 2 – 6: Improvement Recommendations and Concept Development
Task 2 – 7: Level of Service Analysis
Task 2 – 8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
Task 2 – 9: Preparation and Submission of Report
Study Type III – Signal Warrant Analysis
Task 3-1: Qualitative Assessment
Task 3-2: 24-hour Traffic Counts (intersection)
Task 3-3: 8-hour Turning Movement Counts (including pedestrians, bicyclists and trucks)
Task 3-4: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
Task 3-5: Intersection Delay Analysis (Side Street Approaches)
Task 3-6: Crash Analysis
Task 3-7: Warrant Analysis
Task 3-8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
Task 3-9: Preparation and Submission of Report
Study Type IV – Arterial Study
Task 4 – 1: Qualitative Assessment
Task 4 – 2: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
Task 4 – 3: Traffic Counts
Task 4 – 3A: Traffic Counts Additive
Task 4 – 4: Crash Analysis
Task 4 – 5: Arterial Analysis
Task 4 – 6: Access Management Review
Task 4 – 7: Improvement Recommendations and Concept Development
Task 4 – 8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
Task 4 – 9: Preparation and Submission of Report
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Study Type V – RRR Safety Reviews
Task 5 – 1: Background Data
Task 5 – 2: Data Analysis
Task 5 – 3: Field Review
Task 5 – 4: Potential Improvements
Task 5 – 5: Preparation and Submission of Report
Study Type VI – Left Turn Phase Warrant Analysis
Task 6 – 1: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
Task 6 – 2: Intersection Delay Study
Task 6 – 3: Crash Analysis
Task 6 – 4: Level of Service Analysis
Task 6 – 5: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
Task 6 – 6: Preparation and Submission of Report
Study Type VII – Road (Bike/Ped) Safety Audit
Task 7 – 1: Select RSA team
Task 7 – 2: Background Data
Task 7 – 3: Audit Team Meetings
Task 7 – 4: Crash Analysis
Task 7 – 5: Field Review
Task 7 – 6: RSA Analysis
Task 7 – 7: Preparation and Submission of Report
Study Type VIII: School Study
Task 8 – 1: Background Data
Task 8 – 2: Meetings
Task 8 – 3: Field Review
Task 8 – 4: Traffic Counts
Task 8 – 5: Crash Analysis
Task 8 – 6: Capacity Analysis
Task 8 – 7: Improvement Recommendations and Concept Development
Task 8 – 8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
Task 8 – 9: Preparation and Submission of Report
Study Type IX: High Crash Location Review
Task 9 – 1: Yearly Log
Task 9 – 2: Location Screening
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Description of Study Types
This section describes for each study type included in this scope the work required in each task
and the task product(s). Also, the unit of payment for each work task is defined for the purpose
of payment, and the period of performance typically expressed as a function of the number of
units to be studied by the Consultant.
Study Type IA – Composite Study
Purpose
The intended purpose of this study is to utilize the services of the Consultant in solving a variety
of traffic/safety concerns. The products will be used by Department staff in project planning,
preliminary engineering, and work program production and implementation. Other “work
program” tasks will be developed to support ongoing statewide programs.
The composite study is designed to be utilized as follows:
▪ Individual tasks
▪ Combination of tasks may be selected for a particular composite study
▪ Supplement other Study Types as needed
Basis of Payment
This study is designed to be flexible; therefore, each task shall be priced individually. The
established unit price per task shall be considered full compensation for all work required to
perform that task, unless otherwise noted.
Any combination of tasks may be selected for a particular composite study or as a supplement to
other Study Types. Payment for each composite study will be the summation of the individual
prices for selected tasks. For planning purposes, the basis of estimate shall be as follows unless
otherwise noted:
▪ Traffic Safety Studies (TS): The number of 1-mile segments (urban) or 2-mile segments
(rural) comprising the study section unless otherwise noted.
▪ Support Services/Public Outreach (SS): 1-hour of work
Period of Performance
The time period allowed for completion of a composite study shall be based on the types of tasks
to be performed. The normal period allowed for other types of studies in this contract should be
used as a general guide in determining the period of performance for a particular composite
study. The Project Manager and the Consultant will determine a mutually acceptable
performance period and due date.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the work tasks which may be performed by the Consultant for a particular
composite study; the responsibilities of the Consultant and the Department, and the work task
products to be developed by the Consultant and delivered to the Department.
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If a Task is delivered as an independent document, it shall be signed and sealed and shall include
a title page, location map, the data presented on standard FDOT forms or as provided by the
DPM, and any narrative necessary for the understanding or interpretation of the data.
A. Traffic Safety Studies (TS)
Tasks involving data collection, data analysis and project development.
TS 1A – 1: 7-Day Continuous Traffic Count (Bidirectional)
A count station is one location, two directions, or in the case of one-way pairs, one count for each
direction.
To determine the volume of traffic utilizing a road, the DPM may authorize the collection of
seven-day continuous traffic counts at select stations. In conducting the counts, the Consultant
shall utilize an automatic traffic counter which produces a written record of the traffic volume
and the time of day, either directly or through subsequent interconnection and processing with
external electronic hardware. From the count data, an acceptable tabular presentation of
directional traffic volumes shall be developed showing 15 minute interval volumes and hourly
summaries over the seven consecutive day period. A graphical presentation shall be developed
showing hourly interval volumes over the seven consecutive day period. The seven day period
shall not include a holiday unless otherwise directed by the Project Manager.
Task Product(s):
▪ Seven day graphs and tables
TS 1A – 1A: Additional Count Stations Additive
Additional 7-Day Continuous Traffic Count Stations requested for the same route and/or study.
TS 1A – 2: 24-hour Traffic Count (Intersection)
The Consultant shall collect traffic count data on each approach to the intersection for a
minimum period of 24 hours during typical weekday traffic conditions. In conducting the counts,
the Consultant shall utilize an automatic traffic counter which will produce a written record of
the traffic volumes and the time of day, either directly or through subsequent interconnection
and processing with external electronic hardware. The count data shall be presented in an
acceptable tabular form showing 15 minute interval volumes and hourly summaries.
Task Product(s):
▪ 24 hour approach volume counts
TS 1A – 2A: 24-hour Traffic Count (One Approach Additive)
When an intersection has more than 4 approaches or when there are adjacent legs or driveway
openings that should be counted with the regular intersection the DPM may authorize the
Consultant to collect hourly traffic count data on one approach to an intersection for a minimum
period of 24 hours. In conducting these supplemental counts, the Consultant shall utilize an
automatic traffic counter which produces a written record of the traffic volume and the time of
day as defined in Task 1 – 2 above. This Task may be authorized only with Task 1 – 2.
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TS 1A – 3: 24-Hour Two-Way Traffic Count (One Location)
The Consultant shall collect two-way hourly traffic count data at one location for a minimum
period of 24 hours. The 24 hour period will be specified by the DPM. In conducting the counts,
the Consultant shall utilize an automatic traffic counter which produces a written record of the
traffic volumes and the time of day, either directly or through subsequent interconnection and
processing with external electronic hardware. The count data shall be presented in a tabular
form previously approved by the DPM showing 15 minute interval volumes and hourly
summaries. A pair of one-way streets is considered as one (1) location.
Task Product(s):
▪ 24-hour two-way volume count at one specified location.
TS 1A – 4: 8-Hour Turning Movement Count (including pedestrians and trucks)
Fifteen-minute turning movement volumes shall be taken for a total of eight hours encompassing
the morning, midday peak, and afternoon traffic periods and/or other peak periods during which
warranting volumes exist and an off-peak period. Each period shall normally consist of the eight
(8) consecutive 15 minute intervals (2 hours) during each period which yield the highest total
volume of vehicles entering the intersection as determined from the 24 hour traffic counts. Note
that the 2 hour period could begin on any quarter hour. For example, the afternoon peak could
be from 4:45 PM until 6:45 PM. Vehicles must be counted by personnel. They shall use electronic
turning movement counter boards and must record separately the number of pedestrians and
commercial vehicles.
An intersection sketch will be made of sufficient detail to show each approach’s lanes, left and
right turn lanes (to include the full width lengths), and whether there is a median or other type
of separation. If the intersection is signalized the head arrangement shall be shown. The sketch
shall show whether the intersection is a "Tee" or a "Plus" type intersection, any offset, and the
approximate skew if one exists. In addition, an approximation of the radii on all curb returns shall
be shown. To supplement the sketch, colored photos shall be taken of each approach. The
photographs shall show the lane configuration along with stop bar detail. Photos should be taken
facing the approaching traffic.
Task Product(s):
▪ Eight-hour turning movement volumes.
▪ Eight-hour pedestrian volumes.
▪ Eight-hour commercial turning movement volumes.
▪ Sketch of lane configurations.
▪ Photos of all approaches to intersection.
▪ A CD containing the eight-hour TMC.
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TS 1A – 4A: Additional Person Additive
Additional person for conduct of TMC. One or more additional persons may be authorized by the
DPM for the conduct of TMC counts on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 5: 4-Hour Turning Movement Count (including pedestrians and trucks)
This task and products will be the same as Task 1 – 1 except that the turning movement counts
will be conducted over a 4-hour period.
TS 1A – 5A: Additional Person Additive
Additional person for conduct of TMC. One or more additional persons may be authorized by the
DPM for the conduct of TMC counts on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 6: 2-Hour Turning Movement Count (including pedestrians and trucks)
This task and products will be the same as Task 1 – 1 except that the turning movement counts
will be conducted over a 2-hour period.
TS 1A – 6A: Additional Person Additive
Additional person for conduct of TMC. One or more additional persons may be authorized by the
DPM for the conduct of TMC counts on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 7: 8-hour Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count
A pedestrian volume count shall be made for a total of eight hours encompassing the morning
and evening peak traffic periods and/or the peak pedestrian volume periods. A mid-block study
will be counted and treated as one location. An intersection will be counted and treated as one
location.
Task Product(s):
▪ Eight-hour pedestrian volume count.
TS 1A – 7A: Additional Person Additive
Additional person for conduct of Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count. One or more
additional persons may be authorized by the DPM for the conduct of Pedestrian and/or Bicycle
Volume Count on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 8: 4-hour Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count
This task and products will be the same as Task 1 – 7 except that the turning movement counts
will be conducted over a 4-hour period.
Task Product(s):
▪ Four-hour pedestrian volume count.
TS 1A – 8A: Additional Person Additive
Additional person for conduct of Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count. One or more
additional persons may be authorized by the DPM for the conduct of Pedestrian and/or Bicycle
Volume Count on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 9: 2-hour Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count
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This task and products will be the same as Task 1 – 7 except that the turning movement counts
will be conducted over a 2-hour period.
Task Product(s):
▪ Two-hour pedestrian volume count.
TS 1A –9A: Additional Person Additive
Additional person for conduct of Pedestrian and/or Bicycle Volume Count. One or more
additional persons may be authorized by the DPM for the conduct of Pedestrian and/or Bicycle
Volume Count on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 10: Pedestrian Group Size/Vehicle Gap Size
A pedestrian group size study shall be made for a total of four hours encompassing the morning,
and/or evening peak traffic periods and/or the peak pedestrian volume periods. A mid-block
study will be counted and treated as one location. An intersection will be counted and treated
as one location. A vehicle gap size study will also be made during the same time to identify the
number of adequate vehicle gaps.
Task Product(s):
▪ Four-hour pedestrian group and vehicle gap size studies
TS 1A – 11: Travel Time and Delay Study
The Consultant shall perform standard travel time and delay studies along the subject arterial
using the manual method or the computerized, both of which are demonstrated in the MUTS.
The DPM must approve other state-of-the-art techniques.
Travel time and delay studies shall be conducted in each direction of travel during the morning
and evening peak traffic periods and also during a daytime off-peak period. A minimum of six
runs shall be made for each direction and time period. Travel time and delay studies will be
conducted along a study section which for the purpose of this contract, it is assumed to be an
urban section of one mile in length with 4 signals or less, or a two mile rural section with no more
than two signals. From the travel time and delay data, a speed profile shall be developed for
each condition. The profiles shall be supplemented with a written analysis of the location and
determination of possible causes of the measured delays and constrained running speeds.
Task Product(s):
▪ Traffic system performance evaluation.
▪ Travel time and delay profiles
▪ Travel time and delay analysis
▪ Summarized data & most prominent delay location
▪ Speed profile.
▪ Arterial travel time and delay report.
TS 1A – 11A: Additional 2-Hour Study Period Additive
Additional 2-Hour study period to supplement the "Basic" study.
TS 1A – 12: Intersection Delay Study
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An Intersection Delay Study shall be conducted to include two approaches (one lane group/one
movement per approach). The study will include a total of four (4) hours, two (2) hours each for
the morning and afternoon peak periods, unless otherwise specified by the DPM. This study shall
be performed in accordance with the MUTS or any other method approved by the DPM. The
study will provide measures of delays for the left turn vehicle movements only. If the vehicle
delay cannot be measured for the left turn movements (i.e. when no exclusive left turn lane
provided) then delay for the whole approach shall be collected. This will cover both signalized
and un-signalized intersections.
Task Product(s):
▪ Intersection delay study
▪ Technician’s worksheets
TS 1A – 13: Conflict Analysis
The Conflict Analysis shall be consistent with the methodology presented in the ITE Manual of
Transportation Engineering Studies. The Consultant shall perform field observations and record
all conflicts and their frequencies. Conflict types should include (but not limited to): slow vehicle,
lane change, left-turn all directions, angle, U-turn, right-turn all direction, etc. The analysis shall
be both quantitative and qualitative. Due to the subjective nature of this type of analysis, the
Consultant shall make efforts to ensure the use of one highly qualified traffic engineer, registered
in the state of Florida (PTOE Certified Preferred) with practical/operational experience of all
conflict observations. The Consultant should collect data during four observation periods (AM
period, mid-day period, PM period, and one off peak period) each of 30 minutes in length. One
location consists of one approach.
Task Product(s):
▪ Conflict summaries
▪ Conflict diagram
▪ Summary of significant conflicts
TS 1A – 14: Sight Distance Measured
The Consultant will measure available sight distance for one approach (stopping, passing, or
intersection) and compare it with the appropriate criteria (AASHTO, MUTCD, FDOT, etc.). Sight
distances must be depicted graphically.
Task Product(s):
▪ Measured sight distances
TS 1A – 15: Safe Curve Speed Study
The Consultant shall conduct a Safe Curve Speed Study in accordance with the Department’s
Manual of Uniform Traffic Studies (MUTS).
Task Product(s):
▪ Safe Curve Speed Study
TS 1A – 16: Railroad Crossing Preemption Study
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The purpose of this study is to investigate the need, and make recommendation, for signal preemption features for intersections located within 500 feet of railroad/ highway crossings. To
determine if vehicle queues extend to the tracks, use queue length simulation program and verify
the results by making observations in the field. The study should be conducted in accordance
with the MUTCD and the Department's guidelines reflected in Topic No. 750-020-010-a.
Task Product(s):
▪ Railroad/highway Crossing Pre-emption Study
TS 1A – 17: Crash Analysis (Intersection)
The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, local
agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the preparation of crash
summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the classification of crashes by
type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must also be documented in the
summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the crash occurred. The
Consultant shall identify high crash locations by calculating the confidence level for the spots
within the study area.
The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams for the study intersection per year of crash data.
The Consultant shall analyze the crash data, collision diagrams and identify abnormal crash
characteristics or patterns. The Consultant will develop a list of possible causes and
countermeasures for each abnormal crash pattern. These causes must be site specific and
identified during field review of the location under study. The Consultant will quantify the
abnormal crash history whenever possible using scientifically based methods such as expected
value analysis, confidence level, statewide crash rates, or other statistical method. The
assumption is 25 crashes per year.
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Collision Diagrams
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
▪ Abnormal crash characteristics/patterns
▪ Possible crash causes and countermeasures for each abnormal pattern
TS 1A – 17A: Obtain Traffic Records (Additive)
The Consultant shall obtain copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent full time period
determined by the DPM for which data is available (minimum 5 years). This data shall be
obtained from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and/or local agencies. This task is applicable
when used in in conjunction with crash records obtained from CAR (ex: for short form crash
reports). The assumption is 10 crash reports.
Task Product(s):
▪ 10 crash record reports
TS 1A – 18: Crash Analysis (Arterial)
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The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, Signal
Four Analytics, local agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the
preparation of crash summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the
classification of crashes by type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must
also be documented in the summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the
crash occurred. The Consultant shall identify high crash locations by calculating the confidence
level for the spots and segments within the study area.
The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams for the study arterial per year of crash data. The
Consultant shall analyze the crash data, collision diagrams and identify abnormal crash
characteristics or patterns. The Consultant will develop a list of possible causes and
countermeasures for each abnormal crash pattern. These causes must be site specific and
identified during field review of the location under study. The Consultant will quantify the
abnormal crash history whenever possible using scientifically based methods such as expected
value analysis, confidence level, statewide crash rates, or other statistical method. The
assumption is 50 crashes per year.
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Collision Diagrams
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
▪ Abnormal crash characteristics/patterns
▪ Possible crash causes and countermeasures for each abnormal pattern
TS 1A – 18A: Obtain Traffic Records (Additive)
The Consultant shall obtain copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent full time period
determined by the DPM for which data is available (minimum 5 years). This data shall be
obtained from the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) and/or local agencies. This task is applicable
when used in conjunction with crash records obtained from CAR (ex: for short form crash
reports). The assumption is 25 crash reports.
Task Product(s):
▪ 25 crash record reports
TS 1A – 19: Field Review Lite (Intersection)
A qualified traffic engineer from the Consultant firm shall conduct an intersection field review to
determine the extent of the problem and its recommended action. As part of this task, the
Consultant shall fill out a checklist.
Task Product(s):
▪ Field review checklist
▪ Recommendation
TS 1A – 20: Field Review Lite (Arterial)
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A qualified traffic engineer from the Consultant firm shall conduct an arterial field review to
determine the extent of the problem and its recommended action. As part of this task, the
Consultant shall fill out a checklist.
Task Product(s):
▪ Field review checklist
▪ Recommendation
TS 1A – 21: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram (Intersection)
The Consultant shall conduct a field inventory of intersection under study and prepare a detailed
condition diagram. Condition diagrams shall include intersection geometry, dimensions, all
traffic control devices, and other roadway or roadside elements that contribute to the quality of
intersection operation. This shall include but not be limited to pertinent features to traffic
operations/safety such as driveways, sidewalks, bicycle paths, fixed objects, buildings, utility and
signal poles, lighting, etc. within 300 feet. An aerial may serve as the base image in lieu of a
scaled CADD drawing that allows for viewing the surrounding development, alternative access
routes, routing information and provide an overall perspective of the area.
Colored photographs shall be taken of each approach. The photographs shall show the lane
configuration and stop bar and shall be taken facing the approaching traffic. A minimum of one
photograph shall be taken of each approach. More photos shall be taken if needed to show the
physical conditions. Additional photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic, or traffic
control aspects about which the DPM should be aware.
Task Product(s):
▪ Condition diagram
▪ Colored Photographs
TS 1A – 22: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram (Arterial)
The Consultant shall conduct a field inventory of arterial under study and prepare a detailed
condition diagram. Condition diagrams shall include intersection geometry, dimensions, all
traffic control devices, and other roadway or roadside elements that contribute to the quality of
intersection operation. This shall include but not be limited to pertinent features to traffic
operations/safety such as driveways, sidewalks, bicycle paths, fixed objects, buildings, utility and
signal poles, lighting, etc. within 300 feet. An aerial may serve as the base image in lieu of a
scaled CADD drawing that allows for viewing the surrounding development, alternative access
routes, routing information and provide an overall perspective of the area.
Colored photographs should be taken to identifying key issues.
Task Product(s):
▪ Condition diagram
▪ Colored Photographs
TS 1A – 23: Qualitative Assessment (Intersection)
The Qualitative Assessment will be conducted at a study location that for the purpose of this
contract is assumed to be a 4-leg intersection.
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A qualified traffic engineer of the firm, experienced in the traffic engineering discipline, and
registered in the state of Florida, shall visit the intersection under study during the morning and
evening peak traffic period, or other period as specified by the DPM, in order to make qualitative
assessments of operation, particularly in terms of queue lengths, delays, travel speeds, high crash
segments, high crash spots, access, conflicts or any other operational characteristics that should
be considered in evaluating the need for safety or operational improvements.
The evaluation shall include an assessment of the nonconforming (deviating from the standard)
intersection that may be affecting safety and/or level of service. It should also include any
recommendations to rectify the deviation if warranted.
Photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic or traffic control aspect. Photographs shall
be taken of all intersection approaches with emphasis on obtaining visual information that would
be of value to the Department during any subsequent study activities. For example, utility
conflicts, right of way constraints, obstructions, unusual geometries, deficient pavement
conditions or markings, etc. should be photographed and/or otherwise detailed as appropriate.
The Consultant shall recommend to the Department the need for any improvements.
Task Product(s)
▪ Assessment
▪ Photographs
▪ Recommendation for improvements
TS 1A – 24: Qualitative Assessment (Arterial)
A qualified traffic engineer of the firm, experienced in the traffic engineering discipline, and
registered in the state of Florida, shall visit the arterial under study during the morning and
evening peak traffic period, or other period as specified by the DPM, in order to make qualitative
assessments of operation, particularly in terms of queue lengths, delays, travel speeds, high crash
segments, high crash spots, access, conflicts or any other operational characteristics that should
be considered in evaluating the need for safety or operational improvements.
The evaluation shall include an assessment of the nonconforming (deviating from the standard)
arterial that may be affecting safety and/or level of service. It should also include any
recommendations to rectify the deviation if warranted.
Photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic or traffic control aspect. The Consultant shall
recommend to the Department the need for any improvements and/or need of further study if
necessary.
Task Product(s):
▪ Assessment
▪ Photographs
▪ Recommendation for improvements
TS 1A – 25: Roadway Signing Inventory
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The Consultant shall conduct a field inventory of each roadway listing all existing signs and
locations for all of District 3, by County and/or State Route number. Roadways are for both
"Limited and Non-Limited Access Facilities.” Inventory shall include, but not be limited to, the
following information:
▪ Type of sign (R-1, W-11, etc.)
▪ Size of sign Panel
▪ Size of Letters
▪ Distance to nearest intersection or exit (in the case of Interstate).
▪ Color of sign background and color of letters.
▪ Horizontal clearance from the edge of the nearest travel lane to the nearest support.
▪ Vertical clearance from bottom of the sign panel to the ground at its closest point.
▪ Milepost where sign is located.
▪ Reflectivity Compliance
▪ Conformance/Nonconformance with prevailing criteria and standards
The unit of payment will be based on 1-mile urban/2-mile rural roadway segments.
Task Product(s):
▪ Inventory of all roadway signs for a County or State Route number which includes, as a
minimum, all of the information listed above. These results shall be submitted in Microsoft
Excel or the latest version of MicroStation.
TS 1A – 26: School Zone Inventory
The Consultant shall complete an on-site review of a designated school zone by location. Note
all inventory changes on the existing zones along with the date reviewed. Fill out complete
inventory for any new school zones. School zones should in accordance to Procedure 750-010027 and marked in accordance to Standard Index 17344.
Any drawings shall be submitted in Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat or the latest version of
MicroStation.
Task Product(s):
▪ A completely inventory of all school zones.
TS 1A – 27: Roadway Lighting Analysis (Intersection)
The Consultant will investigate from a safety standpoint the eligibility for Highway Safety
Improvement Program (HSIP) funding for installing a new lighting system, add lights to an existing
system, and/or upgrade the luminaries of an existing lighting system. The Consultant will choose
a lighting study technique (such as AASHTO criteria, NCHRP Report: Warrant for Highway
Lighting, NCHRP Guidelines for Roadway Lighting Based on Safety Benefits and Costs; light meter,
etc.) and shall get the DPM’s approval of the study method before conducting the study.
Task Product(s):
▪ Analysis forms
▪ Technical Memorandum
TS 1A – 28: Roadway Lighting Analysis (Arterial)
The Consultant will investigate from a safety standpoint the eligibility for Highway Safety
Improvement Program (HSIP) funding for the installation of either installing a new lighting
system, add lights to the existing system, or upgrade the luminaries of the existing lighting
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system. The Consultant will choose a lighting study technique (such as AASHTO criteria, NCHRP
Report: Warrant for Highway Lighting, NCHRP Guidelines for Roadway Lighting Based on Safety
Benefits and Costs; light meter, etc.) and shall get the Department project manager's approval of
the study method before conducting the study.
Task Product(s):
▪ Analysis forms
▪ Technical Memorandum
TS 1A – 29: Roadway Lighting Study (Intersection)
As part of this task the Consultant shall develop a Highway Lighting Justification Report to analyze
and justify the need for a roadway lighting system. The Study shall be developed according to the
guidelines provided in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Studies (MUTS).
Task Product(s):
▪ Roadway Lighting Justification Report
TS 1A – 30: Roadway Lighting Study (Arterial)
As part of this task the Consultant shall develop a Highway Lighting Justification Report to analyze
and justify the need for a roadway lighting system. The Study shall be developed according to the
guidelines provided in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Studies (MUTS).
Task Product(s):
▪ Roadway Lighting Justification Report
TS 1A – 31: Illuminance Measurement (Intersection)
The Consultant shall perform night time field reviews and take spot iIlluminance measurements
at specific locations agreed upon by the DPM. The Consultant shall document the field review
and the results.
Task Product(s):
▪ Field data sheets
TS 1A – 32: Illuminance Measurement (Arterial)
The established unit price per study segment shall be considered full compensation for all work
required to perform this task.
The Consultant shall perform night time field reviews and take spot iIlluminance measurements
at specific locations agreed upon by the DPM. The Consultant shall document the field review
and the results.
Task Product(s):
▪ Field data sheets
TS 1A – 33: Synchro/Sim Traffic Analysis
The established unit price for each system (containing 2 signals) shall be considered full
compensation for all work required to perform this study. Note: No compensation will be given
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to the modeling of full or directional crossovers and/or four-way stop sign intersections. An
additional established fee shall be earned for each additive signalized intersection. Roundabouts
and/or traffic circles modeled within an arterial shall be compensated for as a signalized
intersection.
The Consultant shall model the arterial using the latest Synchro/SimTraffic to evaluate the
recommended corridor improvements versus the existing arterial operation for the timing
pattern period (i.e., AM, PM or Off Peak) as referenced in the work order.
The Consultant shall be responsible for proposing, subject to Department approval, all input
values required for the analysis. The Consultant shall use their own computer to run the
programs and shall submit CD(s) of all input/output data files for the existing condition and any
recommended corridor improvement runs, along with a hardcopy of any link/node diagrams, to
the Department for review and approval PRIOR to running the analysis.
Task Product(s):
▪ Draft Synchro/SimTraffic link/node diagram(s)
▪ Draft data file(s) CD(s)
▪ Final Synchro/Sim Traffic output evaluation
TS 1A – 33A: Additional Signalized Intersection Additive
Additional signalized intersection may be authorized by the DPM to conduct Synchro/Sim Traffic
Analysis on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 33B: Additional Timing Plan Additive
Additional timing plan per intersection may be authorized by the DPM on an as needed basis.
TS 1A – 34: Arterial Analysis/Signal Optimization
An operational analysis will be used for the arterial(s). Using methodology based on the latest
Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), the Consultant shall determine the roadway's existing and
proposed Level of Service (LOS) for the existing conditions and for each of the proposed
alternatives. This analysis shall also include LOS analysis for the individual intersections within
the arterial under study.
The Consultant shall analyze various traffic signal control alternatives and determine the optimal
strategy using the measure of effectiveness produced by the program as a guide. Controller type,
phasing, cycle length, and splits shall be determined for two periods of the day. In developing
the optimum control parameters, the Consultant shall take into consideration system
requirements pertaining to each County/City (i.e. cycle length, minimum greens, etc.).
Optimization of the signal operation shall be evaluated for each candidate geometric
modification and each potential combination of modifications. The Consultant may also be
required to use Synchro for signal system optimization.
Task Product(s):
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for existing and proposed conditions
▪ Level of service for existing conditions, optimized existing conditions, and proposed
alternatives (Arterial and individual intersections)
▪ Summary of proposed recommendations
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Optimal signal control parameters
Revised controller timing sheets
Software input and output files (When requested by the DPM)
TS 1A – 34A: Additional Arterial/Signal Optimization Analysis Additive
Additional arterial analysis/signal optimization of arterial (0.25 miles for urban/0.5 miles for
rural).
TS 1A – 35: Project Benefits, Net Present Value
The Consultant shall develop a safety benefit/cost ratio and Net Present Value for each of the
proposed alternatives.
Task Product(s):
▪ Benefit/cost ratios
▪ Net Present Value
TS 1A – 36: Preparation and Submission of Report
The Consultant shall document the results and recommendations from all tasks in a Composite
Study in a bound, written report. The report shall recommend, in consideration of accepted
traffic engineering practices and optimal project/user benefits, to include but not be limited to
geometry and/or capacity enhancements, improved channelization and positive guidance,
improved signal operations, which may include display adjustments or phasing and timing
adjustments, and reduced fixed object and sight distance hazards. Appendices or figures (as
appropriate), shall include the products of subtasks described above. To the maximum extent
possible, each report shall be organized in such a manner so as to facilitate disassembly and
piecemeal presentation of specific conceptual recommendations to design engineers.
Task Product(s):
▪ Draft report – PDF format
▪ Final report
- Three (3) hard copies (signed and sealed)
- PDF format (digitally signed and sealed or scanned)
TS 1A – 37: Speed Zone Study
The Consultant shall conduct a Spot Speed Study as set forth in the MUTS. The Consultant will
present this data on an approved form or format. The studies will be taken with either a radar or
laser speed detection device or other approved device by the DPM and the results shall
document the in both directions of the roadway studied. At a minimum the following
requirements shall be adhered:
▪ Spot speeds of 100 vehicles in each direction should be recorded; or, if traffic volumes
are low, all free flowing vehicles during a two-hour time period should be the minimum
sample size;
▪ On some low volume roads and streets, a two hour study may contain a small number
of measured speeds (up to 50 mph in both directions);
▪ A minimum of three test runs in each direction shall be made;
▪ Results shall document the average speed, the 50th percentile speed, the 85th percentile
speed, the 90th percentile speed, the 95th percentile speed, the 10 mile per hour pace
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with the number of vehicles contained in the pace and the percent of vehicles contained
in the pace, for both directions of travel.
Task Product(s):
▪ Speed Zone Study
TS 1A – 37A: Speed Zone Study Additional Location
The Consultant shall conduct a Spot Speed Study for an additional location in the same area and
on the same day while collecting data under Task 1A - 37.
TS 1A – 38: Left Turn Delay Study
A left turn delay study consists of reviewing the left turning vehicles at a signalized intersection
where this movement is permissive or protected permissive (5 section signal head) to determine
if there are insufficient gaps in the opposing traffic stream to make this turn. This study consists
of documenting how many left turning vehicles per cycle are waiting at the beginning of the
green, how many move on the green arrow and/or green ball, how many make their movement
on the yellow and red arrow or ball and how many are waiting at the end of the yellow arrow or
ball. It also requires counting, per cycle, the opposing right turn, through, and left turn volumes.
The study will be done for each separate movement specified (i.e., northbound left turn is
considered one study) and will be done in both the am and pm peak hours. This data will be
presented in tabular form showing each cycle counted or observed.
Task Product(s):
▪ Left turn AM and PM peak hour delay per approach
TS 1A – 39: Road Safety Audit (Limited Scope)
The Consultant shall conduct a Road Safety Audit of limited scope. The DPM will identify the
audit team. The Consultant will prepare location crash history report and provide copies to team
members; the site visit will be arranged and attended; each team member will take notes of their
observations, concerns and findings, with the Consultant keeping notes of the conversations
during the site visit; Consultant notes will be shared via email with team members and members
additional notes will be attached to the email; summary of notes will be shared with team
members; audit report will be prepared.
Task Product(s):
▪ Pre-Audit information packet
▪ Summary of team notes
▪ Road Safety Audit
TS 1A – 40: Sight Distance Study
The Consultant shall determine the required sight distance at a given location and evaluate the
adequacy of the existing sight distance. Furthermore, the Consultant shall make
recommendations for improving the sight distance at such a location, as appropriate. This study
should be conducted in accordance with the MUTCD and AASHTO's Green Book (A Policy of
Geometric Design of Highways and Streets). The study results shall be in compliance with the
latest edition of the State of Florida Roadway and Traffic Design Standards.
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Task Product(s):
▪ Determination of required sight distance
▪ Documentation of existing sight distance
▪ Recommendation for improving sight distance, when appropriate
TS 1A – 41: Pedestrian Study
The Consultant shall conduct a pedestrian safety study consisting of requested, existing, and/or
proposed crosswalk locations. The safety study will include the analyzing data such as pedestrian
volume, AADT, posted speed, crossing width, lighting, sign inventory, roadway geometry
(curves), review of 5-year work program, 5-year crash data, pedestrian originators and
destinations, gap study, review FDOT manuals (MUTS/TEM), and discuss with local agency as
required (such as installation of a rectangular rapid flashing beacon). The volume counts will be
performed with its own task item.
Task Product(s):
▪ Pedestrian Study
TS 1A – 42: Fatal Crash Database
The Consultant shall review and maintain an electronic database (Microsoft Access) of all fatal
crashes that occur within District Three. Fatal crash data shall be obtained through the Crash
Analysis Reporting (CAR) System other approved source by the DPM. The database shall be
supplied by the Department. Any changes/additions/improvements to the database must be
approved by the DPM. This database will contain such information as report number, roadway
section number, milepost, injury severity, harmful event, roadway conditions, and other
pertinent information identified by the DPM in the database from the crash report. Other
information to be input from the Consultant shall be the date initially reviewed, the date field
reviewed (if applicable), description of recommended actions, etc.
For purpose of this contract it is assumed 250 crashes per year. The update or follow-up
information to an already input crash shall be included in the original task for that crash.
Task Product(s):
▪ Maintain crash database
TS 1A – 43: Fatal Crash Review (Office)
The Consultant is to investigate and analyze the fatal crash and make recommendations to
improve the safety and operation of the locations in the office only. Most crash reports will not
require further review than reviewing the crash report itself. Field reviews will not typically be
necessary unless crash data or the video log shows possible deficiencies or not enough
information.
For purpose of this contract it is assumed 250 crashes per year (or any other number as approved
by the DPM). As part of this study, a qualified Traffic Engineer of the firm shall study the fatal
crash report and may include the review the photo logs provided by the Department.
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All office reviewed fatal crash reports, findings and updates shall be inputted into the fatal crash
database log (TS 1A – 42). A summary memorandum shall be generated and submitted to the
DPM that contains at a minimum a list of the following:
▪ Fatalities (per county)
▪ Fatalities Reviewed (per county)
▪ Fatalities to be Field Reviewed (per county)
▪ Field Reviews Completed (per county)
Task Product(s):
▪ Fatal Crash Review Summary Memorandum
TS 1A – 44: Fatal Crash Review (Field)
The Consultant is to investigate and analyze the fatal crashes and their locations and make
recommendations to improve the safety and operation of the locations. Field reviews of specific
crashes (i.e., pedestrian and “hitting fixed objects” type crashes) will be required.
For the purpose of this contract, 5 fatal crashes are assumed (or any other number as approved
by the DPM). As part of this study, a qualified traffic engineer of the firm, experienced in the
traffic engineering discipline, and registered in the state of Florida shall study and investigate the
fatal crash and its location and identify any geometric, roadside elements, fixed objects, or traffic
control conditions, deficient pavement markings, necessary signage, etc. Photographs shall be
taken to identify the various geometric and roadway conditions described earlier.
The Consultant must also review a minimum of five years of crash history of the location. This
review includes the preparation of crash summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a
minimum include the classification of crashes by type, time of day, and day of the week, and
month. Injury severity must also be documented in the summary as well as lighting and weather
conditions under which the crash occurred.
Based on the investigation of the fatal crash location and the crash review, the Consultant shall
make recommendations to improve the safety and operation of the location.
All field reviewed fatal crash reports, findings and updates shall be inputted into the fatal crash
database log (TS 1A – 42).
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash summary sheets
▪ Fatal Crash Review Memorandum with recommendations
TS 1A – 45: Proposed Intersection Analysis
This task is an additive for a Study Type II, Intersection Analysis. The Consultant shall develop
eight (8) hours of traffic volume data appropriate for computerized analysis of the proposed
intersection. To estimate or project the required turning movement counts, the Consultant shall
utilize available network traffic and planning data furnished by the Department, ITE “Trip
Generation Manual”, or other means as approved by the DPM, and shall apply appropriate
factors as dictated by local trends and accepted practice.
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The Department shall furnish the Consultant with all available traffic data which is relevant to the
intersection under study.
Task Product(s)
▪ Eight (8) – hour projected turning movement volumes
B. Support Services and Public Outreach (SS)
SS 1 – 1: Project Kick-off Meeting
The Consultant will facilitate a kick-off meeting with the DPM and other personnel appropriate
to begin the project development process. This will be an interactive meeting to establish project
expectations, seek direction, and input regarding key issues. Everyone will leave this meeting
with a clear plan for project execution and completion and the Consultant will be able to
immediately begin work.
For budgeting purposes, meetings are assumed to last one (1) hour. These meetings will be held
remotely (via services like video conference/teleconference or GoToMeeting/Webinar) when the
Consultant office is beyond 1-hour of travel.
Task Product(s):
▪ Project Kick-off Meeting (1-hour)
▪ Meeting materials and meeting summaries
SS 1 – 2: Agency Kick-off Meeting
The Consultant will facilitate a Kick-off Meeting with partners in order to introduce studies,
campaigns and initiatives, etc., identifying key goals and issues, and outline the overall process.
The Consultant will plan, organize, and lead these meetings, at the direction of the FDOT Project
Manager. The Consultant is responsible for developing meeting materials and handouts, meeting
notifications, PowerPoint presentation materials, and preparing written summarizes of each
meeting.
For budgeting purposes, meetings are assumed to last one (1) hour. These meetings will be held
remotely (via services like video conference/teleconference or GoToMeeting/Webinar) when the
Consultant office is beyond 1-hour of travel.
Task Product(s):
▪ Agency Kick-off Meeting
▪ Meeting materials; (maps, presentations etc.) meeting summaries
SS 1 – 3: TWO Progress Meetings
The Consultant PM will meet with the DPM or Task Work Order (TWO) Manager regularly to
discuss the status of the project. Monthly status reports will be provided to detail major weekly
accomplishments, including documentation. Presentations regarding the TWO will be made at
the Department’s request.
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The Consultant may be required to attend other meetings necessary for completion of review
and analysis. Travel to and participation at any out of town meetings shall require the prior
approval of the DPM or TWO Manager and will be used to resolve deliverable issues.
For budgeting purposes, meetings are assumed to last one (1) hour. These meetings will be held
remotely (via services like video conference/teleconference or GoToMeeting/Webinar) when the
Consultant office is beyond 1-hour of travel.
Task Product(s):
▪ TWO Progress Meeting
▪ Meeting materials and meeting summaries
SS 1 – 4: Agency Progress Meetings
The Consultant will facilitate Progress Meetings with partners in order to provide studies,
campaigns and initiatives, etc., status updates and/or solicit stakeholder comment, and to act as
liaison on local issues pertinent to the Department. These progress meetings typically follow
major milestones. The Consultant will plan, organize, and lead these meetings, at the direction
of the FDOT Project Manager. The Consultant is responsible for developing meeting materials
and handouts, meeting notifications, PowerPoint presentation materials, and preparing written
summarizes of each meeting.
For budgeting purposes, meetings are assumed to last one (1) hour. These meetings will be held
remotely (via services like video conference/teleconference or GoToMeeting/Webinar) when the
Consultant office is beyond 1-hour of travel.
Task Product(s):
▪ Agency Progress Meeting
▪ Meeting materials; (maps, presentations etc.) meeting summaries
SS 1 – 5: Development and Maintenance of Public Outreach Tools
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
The Consultant will develop and/or maintain public outreach tools including a Website
application established for communication with established partners/stakeholders coordination
efforts. The Website application will be hosted by the Consultant outside of the FDOT computing
environment. Administrative/Developer/Editing rights shall be given to individuals provided by
the DPM. The Consultant managed web site shall be developed and maintained in accordance
with the following FDOT guidelines:
▪ Information Technology Resource User’s Manual (325-000-002),
Chapter 15:
http://www.dot.state.fl.us/ois/OISManual.shtm
▪ Consultant Managed Web Sites: http://www.dot.state.fl.us/OIS/consultantsites.shtm
▪ Department web sites and web applications must be designed according to the FDOT
Internet Web Site Design Standards as documented in the Adopted Information Technology
Resource Standards (325-000-002), Chapter 8:
http://www.dot.state.fl.us/ois/OISManual.shtm
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▪
The Public Information Office (PIO) will provide a content review to ensure the content of the
web site/application is appropriate, professional and is consistent with the overall design
commonly used by the Department.
Task Product(s):
▪ Website/SharePoint
SS 1 – 6: Development of Traffic Engineering Technical Documents
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
This work may involve review and develop appropriate technical documents such Directive
Memorandum, agreements, and guidance documents, handbooks, as needed to address stateof-the-practice, state-of-the-art methodology/guidance for various traffic engineering/safety
applications, practices and technology.
Task Product(s):
▪ Technical Documents
SS 1 – 7: Informational/Educational Efforts
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
The Consultant will be required to develop, facilitate and/or conduct informational/educational
efforts that may be provided via web based services. The subject matter will be provided by the
DPM related to District Safety Office functional areas. The Consultant will have effective
experience, knowledge and capabilities of conducting such efforts in a variety of forums
appropriate for varying audience types.
Task Product(s):
▪ Informational/EducationalEfforts
SS 1 – 8: Meeting Support - Issues
The Consultant will attend meetings on behalf or in conjunction with the Department by direction
of the DPM. The Consultants purpose is to identify and document issues brought up at the
meeting as an integral part of the meeting debriefing process. A summary of the meeting shall
be prepared by the Consultant and distributed to the Department.
For budgeting purposes, these meetings last one (1) hour. The main attendee for these meetings
shall be staff identified as (or equivalent):
▪ Engineering Intern
▪ Office Technician
▪ Secretary/Clerical
▪ Planner
Task Product(s):
▪ Meeting attendance
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Meeting Summary
▪
SS 1 – 9: Technical Support to Local Agencies and/or Community Traffic Safety Teams (CTST)
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
The Consultant shall serve as a liaison to local agencies and/or CTSTs within District 3 and provide
technical support in evaluation of traffic safety issues and/or in the development of safety
program candidates. The Consultant shall provide technical assistance to local agencies to
identify potential safety program activities consistent with FDOT procedures. The Consultant
shall develop and submit to DPM an evaluation of safety program candidate projects. The results
of this evaluation, the Consultant will coordinate with the local agencies to identify which
projects can meet the funding requirements of the safety program.
Task Product(s):
▪ Technical support
▪ Minutes of meeting
SS 1 – 10: Meeting/Presentation Support
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
The Consultant is responsible for developing meeting materials, handouts, meeting notifications,
PowerPoint presentation materials, and/or preparing written summaries of each meeting. The
Consultant shall be required to attend and participate actively in the meetings/presentations.
Other responsibilities for the Consultant include, but are not limited to the following:
▪
Meeting Notification and Presentation/Letters
All presentation media releases, legal and display advertisements, and general property
owners' letters, shall be reviewed and authorized by the Department Project Manager. The
Consultant is responsible for the preparation and distribution of these materials in
accordance with the Public Involvement Handbook based on the meeting format.
The Public Meetings are to be advertised by the Consultant and conducted in partnership
with the Department as Information Meetings. Notification shall be made to elected and
appointed officials by letter, prepared by the Consultant on official FDOT Letterhead, from
the Department’s Secretary or designee and reviewed by the Department’s Public
Information Office (PIO) and Project Manager prior to the scheduled public
meeting/workshop.
▪
▪
Display advertisements
A black-and-white display ad announcing meetings shall be prepared. This ad shall be
published in the local area newspapers having the largest daily circulation, twice, two (2)
weeks prior to and the day before the workshop. The Consultant shall coordinate this effort
with the Districts PIO to ensure ad is published in the appropriate newspapers.
News Releases
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News releases shall be prepared and submitted to the Department’s Project Manager for
publication during the week of the meeting/workshop.
▪
Displays and Graphics
The Consultant shall prepare displays and graphics necessary for meetings. They will include
typical sections, aerial photographs, renderings, charts and graphs, as needed. The
Consultant shall provide materials to the Department Project Manager for review and
approval prior to the meetings.
▪
Script and Audiovisual
The Consultant shall provide the script and audiovisuals including slide presentations to the
Department’s Project Manager for review and approval prior to the meetings.
▪
Briefing
Briefing of the Department’s staff shall be done before the meeting to make sure the staff is
up-to-date on the project and understands the study well enough to discuss it with the public
and to answer questions.
▪
Equipment
Meeting equipment setup and take-down shall be handled by Consultant staff members
familiar with audiovisual equipment and the meeting site facilities, if necessary.
▪
Conducting the meeting
Conducting the meeting requires knowledgeable Consultant staff and enough Consultant
staff members to handle the anticipated attendance.
▪
Identification of issues
Identification of issues brought up at the meeting is an integral part of the meeting debriefing
process. A summary of the meeting shall be prepared by the Consultant and distributed to
the Department.
Task Product(s):
▪ Fulfillment of requested responsibilities
SS – 11: Public Meeting Support – Preliminary Alternatives
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
The Consultant will conduct public meetings to present preliminary alternatives and solicit
feedback. The Consultant will prepare a Summary of Alternative Options Public Meeting by
location, including agendas, presentation materials, questions/answers and contact information
from participants.
The Consultant will plan, organize, and lead these meetings, at the direction of the FDOT Project
Manager. The Consultant is responsible for developing meeting materials and handouts, meeting
notifications, PowerPoint presentation materials, and preparing written summarizes of each
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meeting. For budgeting purposes, these meetings will consist of up to two team members and
last two (2) hours.
Task Product(s):
▪ Meeting attendance
▪ Meeting Summary
SS 1 – 12: Presentation of Revised Alternatives
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
Consultant will conduct a Revised Alternatives Online Review, to present revised alternatives and
solicit feedback. The Consultant will prepare Summary of Revised Alternatives Online Review,
presentation materials, questions/answers and contact information from participants.
Task Product(s):
▪ Online Review
▪ Review Summary
SS 1 – 13: Presentation of Recommendations/Findings
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
The Consultant will facilitate a Recommendations/Findings Meeting with Agency partners in
order to present findings and initiate the review of the final report and executive summary. For
budgeting purposes, the meetings will be held remotely (via services like video
conference/teleconference or GoToMeeting/Webinar)
Task Product(s):
▪ Meeting materials and meeting summaries
▪ Recommendations/FindingsMeeting
SS 1 – 14: Public Involvement Plan
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
A Public Involvement Plan (PIP) shall be developed for the project and submitted to the DPM for
approval, prior to implementation. The Public Involvement Plan shall outline each element of
the public involvement process. It will list the contact persons, media officials, agencies and
industry representatives, and the means, which shall be used to involve them in the process.
The PIP shall be designed to provide a variety of methods to address the diverse interests and
concerns of the various communities, groups within those areas, property owners, and the public
at large. The PIP shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
▪ Print/TV/Radio/Media Plan
▪ City/County/Regional Officials Involvement Plan
▪ PublicMeetings/Presentations
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▪
Mailing/Contact List
A schedule of all components of the plan milestones shall be developed. This schedule will
include a Department review of all public meeting materials, in accordance with the Public
Involvement Handbook based on the meeting format. All media- related activities shall be
developed and submitted to the DPM for approval. Scripts and audiovisual presentations shall
be developed for meetings, workshops, and presentations.
Task Product(s):
▪ Public Involvement Plan (PIP)
▪ Public Involvement Plan (PIP) schedule – living document
SS 1 – 15: Development of Educational Materials
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
The Consultant may be required to develop education publications and other program
documents related to any of the tasks identified in this contract and in support of the Strategic
Highway Safety Plan, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) campaigns and
Department campaigns. These efforts may require the creation, maintenance and storing of
documentation in both the printed and digital format. Additionally the efforts may require the
creation or original graphic artwork or complimentary artwork.
Task Product(s):
▪ Educational materials
SS 1 – 16: In-House Support
For this task, specific scope requirements and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per
Work Order” basis.
At the DPMs request, the Consultant shall make available the services of any of the positions
identified in the "personnel" section of the scope of services or amended contract. When inhouse support services are required, the Consultant will be compensated for hours on-the-job.
The following table lists some of the tasks that may be assigned to the Consultant as in-house
support services. The table also indicates the type of position that would be expected to perform
this task:
In-house task
Position
Fatal crash reviews
Engineer in Training
Draw collision diagrams
Technician
Retrieve crash data
Technician
Draw existing condition diagram
Technician
Draw proposed condition diagram
Technician
Develop maintenance task work orders
Technician / Engineer in Training
Crash analysis
Engineer
Operational analysis
Engineer
Field reviews and field measurements
Technician / Engineer in Training / engineer
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Others as needed
Depending on the task assigned
Task Product(s):
▪ In-House Support
Study Type IB – Composite Study
Study Type IB – Composite Study types are to be negotiated and scoped as needed.
TS 1B – 1: Parking Study
The purpose of this study is to investigate the safety impact of on-street parking and make
recommendations for altering/ removing parking on a given segment of roadway. As part of this
study, the Consultant will examine parking-related crashes, investigate the sight-restriction, if
any, resulting from parking and parking occupancy rates and available alternative parking in the
area.
Task Product(s):
▪ Parking Study with recommendations for modification of parking, if any
TS 1B – 2: CORSIM Analysis
The Consultant may be required, when requested by the DPM, to use the CORSIM model to
evaluate the existing and proposed alternatives.
Task Product(s):
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for existing and proposed conditions
▪ Level of service for existing conditions, optimized existing conditions, and proposed
alternatives (Arterial and individual intersections)
▪ Summary of proposed recommendations
▪ Optimal signal control parameters
▪ Revised controller timing sheets
▪ Software input and output files (When requested by the DPM)
TS 1B – 3: Concept Development
The Consultant shall make conceptual recommendations. The Consultant shall provide sketches,
created in CADD (DGN format) with detailed measurements as appropriate, of existing conditions
as well as proposed (improvement alternatives) conditions. As part of this effort the Consultant
shall evaluate the design criteria, design variances/exceptions, constructability, and impacts
(right of way, drainage, permits, utilities, environmental, access management, American with
Disabilities Act, etc.) of the alternatives.
Task Product(s):
▪ Drawings of proposed improvements
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for each improvement
TS 1B – 4: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates
The Consultant shall determine a preliminary cost estimate (which will include PE, CEI,
contingencies, and R/W if available), of the proposed improvement using recent Department
Long Range Estimating (LRE) system or other method as approved by the DPM.
Task Product(s):
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▪
Cost estimates for proposed improvements
TS 1B – 5: Highway Safety Manual Analysis
Perform crash analysis utilizing the Highway Safety Manual's (HSM) predictive method to predict
crashes based upon the no change option versus the prescribed change. The intent is to predict
the expected crash reduction thereby identifying the benefit of the change.
Task Product(s):
▪ HSM Analysis
▪ HSM spreadsheets
TS 1B – 6: Traffic Engineering Reviews
Tasks required for the various traffic engineering reviews will be detailed for each individual
project and compensation terms shall be negotiated on a “per Work Order” basis. These tasks
will vary depending on the size, complexity, location, and review timeline associated with the
projects.
This task is intended to provide the Department with professional traffic engineering peer review
services. The peer reviews will be needed on select projects that are submitted to and/or
generated by the Department. These include, but are not limited to:
▪ Traffic Operational Study/Safety Study Reviews – this may include also conducting a site
visit to verify existing conditions as well as gain an understanding of the subject site’s traffic
operations, posted speeds, travel speeds, geometry, pedestrian and vehicle movements,
curb cuts, sight lines, land uses and any other pertinent data.
▪ Traffic Impact Studies
▪ Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis
▪ Access Management and Development of Regional Impact (DRI) Reviews
▪ Intersection Traffic Control Studies (e.g., traffic signal warrant analysis, all-way Stop
analysis, roundabout, etc.)
▪ Highway Capacity Analyses (for intersections, segments, weaving situations, etc.)
▪ Traffic Signal/Intelligent Transportation Systems/Advanced Traffic Management System
Design
▪ Roadway Lighting Design
▪ Signing and Pavement Marking Plan Design
▪ Maintenance of Traffic / Work Zone Plan Design
▪ Review traffic counts, spot speed studies, and crash data analysis.
▪ Review sight distance measurements for conformance with DEPARTMENT and Federal
standards. This may include Stopping Sight Distance and Intersection Sight Distance. Review
of Passing Sight Distance may also be needed in certain instances.
▪ Various Permit Submittals
The main peer reviewer for the project shall be a Professional Engineer registered in the State
of Florida with a minimum of 5 years of experience in traffic engineering or other related fields.
The reviewer will be required to perform a thorough traffic engineering analysis of all assigned
design plans, permits, applications, etc. All written reviews shall be submitted in a professional
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report to the DPM. The reports shall provide a thorough traffic engineering analysis and include
review comments, recommendations, and a summary.
Task Product(s):
▪ Written review
TS 1B – 7: Districtwide Miscellaneous Safety Study
This study type is to allow for special studies to be performed as needed that are not covered
elsewhere.
Task Product(s):
▪ To be determined
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Study Type II – Intersection Analysis
Purpose
The Intersection Analysis is the tool by which an intersection is evaluated, after observation and
data analysis, to determine the need as well as opportunity for safety improvements. This study
involves the analysis of an existing intersection in order to develop a specific conceptual design
recommendation that can be utilized in preparing plans for construction. The limits of an
intersection analysis study are considered to extend in all approaches to the point where impact
on the roadways is no longer felt by the intersection.
Basis of Payment
An intersection analysis shall be authorized by the DPM on an intersection by intersection basis.
The established unit price per intersection shall be considered full compensation for all work
required to perform this study. However, additional established fees shall be earned for
supplemental work task(s) authorized by the DPM. The intersection exists and may be presently
signalized or unsignalized. For diamond interchanges, each ramp terminal shall be considered a
separate intersection.
The established unit price per intersection shall be considered full compensation for all work
required to perform this study. Includes Task 2-1 to 2-9 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of an Intersection Analysis shall be
four weeks for a single intersection, with an additional week for every additional adjacent
intersection to be studied. The DPM may allow additional time beyond the normal period as
other conditions warrant.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the work tasks to be performed by the Consultant, the responsibilities of
the Consultant and the Department, and the work task products to be developed by the
Consultant and delivered to the Department. The Consultant is expected to consider intersection
geometry, channelization, signal timing and phasing, display and operations, crash history, and
delays as well as any other factors that impact the safety and operation of the intersection.
Recommendations for improvements shall be evaluated for their effectiveness. A minimum of
three alternatives will be evaluated. The “Do Nothing” alternative shall be included but is not
counted as one of the three alternatives. As a minimum, an Intersection Analysis will include the
following activities:
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Task 2 – 1: Qualitative Assessment
The Qualitative Assessment (Intersection) will be conducted at a study location that for the
purpose of this contract is assumed to be a 4-leg intersection.
A Professional Engineer of the firm, experienced in the traffic engineering discipline, and
registered in the state of Florida, shall visit the intersection under study during the morning and
evening peak traffic period, or other period as specified by the DPM, in order to make qualitative
assessments of operation, particularly in terms of queue lengths, delays, travel speeds, high crash
segments, high crash spots, access, conflicts or any other operational characteristics that should
be considered in evaluating the need for safety or operational improvements.
The evaluation shall include an assessment of the nonconforming (deviating from the standard)
intersection that may be affecting safety and/or level of service. It should also include any
recommendations to rectify the deviation if warranted.
Photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic or traffic control aspect. Photographs shall
be taken of all intersection approaches with emphasis on obtaining visual information that would
be of value to the Department during any subsequent study activities. For example, utility
conflicts, right of way constraints, obstructions, unusual geometries, deficient pavement
conditions or markings, etc. should be photographed and/or otherwise detailed as appropriate.
The Consultant shall recommend to the Department the need for any improvements.
Task Product(s)
▪ Assessment of intersection
▪ Photographs
▪ Recommendation for improvements
Task 2 – 2: Traffic Volume Data
Separate work task descriptions exist for this task for an intersection analysis of either an existing
or proposed intersection. The 8-hour turning movement data will include pedestrian and
bicyclist count data. Fifteen-minute turning movement volumes shall be taken for a total of eight
(8) hours encompassing the morning, midday peak and afternoon traffic periods and/or other
peak periods. Each period shall normally consist of the eight (8) consecutive 15 minute intervals
(2 hours) during each period which yields the highest total volumes entering the intersection.
Note that the 2 hour period could begin on any quarter hour. For example, the afternoon peak
could be from 4:45 PM to 6:45 PM. Counts must be made by personnel. They may use tally
sheets or mechanical/electronic turning movement counter boards and must record separately
the number of pedestrians and trucks.
Task Product(s)
▪ Eight (8) – hour turning movement volumes
Task 2 – 3: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
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The Consultant shall conduct a field inventory of intersection under study and prepare a detailed
condition diagram. Condition diagrams shall include intersection geometry, dimensions, all
traffic control devices, and other roadway or roadside elements that contribute to the quality of
intersection operation. This shall include but not be limited to pertinent features to traffic
operations/safety such as driveways, sidewalks, bicycle paths, fixed objects, buildings, utility and
signal poles, lighting, etc. within 300 feet. An aerial may serve as the base image in lieu of a
scaled CADD drawing that allows for viewing the surrounding development, alternative access
routes, routing information and provide an overall perspective of the area.
Colored photographs shall be taken of each approach. The photographs shall show the lane
configuration and stop bar and shall be taken facing the approaching traffic. A minimum of one
photograph shall be taken of each approach. More photos shall be taken if needed to show the
physical conditions. Additional photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic, or traffic
control aspects about which the DPM should be aware.
Task Product(s):
▪ Condition diagram
▪ Colored Photographs
Task 2 – 4: Intersection Delay Study
An Intersection Delay Study shall be conducted to include two approaches (one lane group/one
movement per approach). The study will include a total of four hours, two hours each for the
morning and afternoon peak periods, unless otherwise specified by the DPM. This study shall be
performed in accordance with the MUTS or any other method approved by the DPM. The study
will provide some basic measures of delays, such as the average vehicle delay, presently existing
at the intersection. This will cover both signalized and un-signalized intersections.
Task Product(s):
▪ Intersection delay study
▪ Technician’s worksheets
Task 2 – 5: Crash Analysis
The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, local
agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the preparation of crash
summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the classification of crashes by
type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must also be documented in the
summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the crash occurred. The
Consultant shall identify high crash locations by calculating the confidence level for the spots
within the study area.
The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams for the study intersection per year of crash data.
The Consultant shall analyze the crash data, collision diagrams and identify abnormal crash
characteristics or patterns. The Consultant will develop a list of possible causes and
countermeasures for each abnormal crash pattern. These causes must be site specific and
identified during field review of the location under study. The Consultant will quantify the
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abnormal crash history whenever possible using scientifically based methods such as expected
value analysis, confidence level, statewide crash rates, or other statistical method. The
assumption is 25 crashes per year.
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Collision Diagrams
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
▪ Abnormal crash characteristics/patterns
▪ Possible crash causes and countermeasures for each abnormal pattern
Task 2 – 6: Improvement Recommendations and Concept Development
Based on the results of the previous tasks (appropriate analysis, and any supplemental work tasks
authorized by the DPM) the Consultant shall make conceptual recommendations for optimizing
the intersection operation - from both a safety and operational standpoint. The Consultant shall
provide sketches, created in CADD (DGN format) with detailed measurements as appropriate, of
existing conditions as well as proposed (improvement alternatives) conditions. All proposed
intersection improvements should be evaluated for their overall and peak period effectiveness.
The Consultant shall describe the expected number and type of crashes reduced by each
improvement. As part of this effort the Consultant shall evaluate the design criteria, design
variances/exceptions, constructability, and impacts (right of way, drainage, permits, utilities,
environmental, access management, American with Disabilities Act, etc.) of the alternatives.
Task Product(s)
▪ Drawings of proposed improvements
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for each improvement
Task 2 – 7: Level of Service Analysis
Using methodology based on the latest version of the Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), the
Consultant shall determine the existing and resulting level of service (LOS) for the proposed
alternatives or as directed by the Department. LOS results obtained from running available
software (HCS, SIGNAL 2000, Synchro, etc.) must be calibrated using field measured data such as
delay or saturation flow rate. In some cases, as determined by DPM, traffic simulation using
CORSIM model may be required. This task may be negotiated separately.
Task Product(s)
▪ Level of service for existing conditions
▪ Level of service of proposed conditions
▪ Summary of proposed recommendations
Task 2 – 8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
The Consultant shall determine a preliminary cost estimate (which will include PE, CEI,
contingencies, and R/W if available), of the proposed improvement using recent Department
Long Range Estimating (LRE) system or other method as approved by the DPM. The Consultant
shall develop a safety benefit/cost ratio and Net Present Value for each of the proposed
alternatives.
Task Product(s)
▪ Cost estimates for proposed improvements
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Benefit/cost ratios
Net Present Value
Task 2 – 9: Preparation and Submission of Report
The products of previous subtasks within this study shall be analyzed collectively. The Consultant
shall then prepare an Intersection Analysis report. The report shall recommend, in consideration
of accepted traffic engineering practices and optimal project/user benefits, intersection
improvements to include but not be limited to geometry and/or capacity enhancements,
improved channelization and positive guidance, improved signal operations, which may include
display adjustments or phasing and timing adjustments, and reduced fixed object and sight
distance hazards. Appendices or figures (as appropriate), shall include the products of subtasks
described above. To the maximum extent possible, each report shall be organized in such a
manner so as to facilitate disassembly and piecemeal presentation of specific conceptual
recommendations to design engineers.
Task Product(s)
▪ Draft report – PDF format
▪ Final report
- Three (3) hard copies (signed and sealed)
- PDF format (digitally signed and sealed or scanned)
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Study Type III – Signal Warrant Analysis
Purpose
The intended purpose of this study is to provide a specific determination whether or not an
intersection meets warrants for signalization and, if so, whether or not a signal should be
considered for installation or removal.
Basis of Payment
The basic unit of payment shall be per intersection and the intersection may be presently
signalized or un-signalized. The established unit price per intersection shall be considered full
compensation for all work required to perform this study. Includes Task 3-1 to 3-9 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of a Signal Warrant Analysis shall be
four weeks for a single intersection, with an additional week for every additional two (2)
intersections to be studied in the work order. The DPM may allow additional time beyond the
normal period for additional tasks or as other conditions warrant.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the tasks to be performed by the Consultant, the responsibilities of the
Consultant and the Department, and the task products to be developed by the Consultant and
delivered to the Department. As a minimum, a Signal Warrant Analysis will include the following
task activities:
Task 3-1: Qualitative Assessment
The Qualitative Assessment (Intersection) will be conducted at a study location that for the
purpose of this contract is assumed to be a 4-leg intersection.
A Professional Engineer of the firm, experienced in the traffic engineering discipline, and
registered in the state of Florida (PTOE Preferred), shall visit the intersection under study during
the morning and evening peak traffic period, or other period as specified by the DPM, in order to
make qualitative assessments of operation, particularly in terms of queue lengths, delays, travel
speeds, high crash segments, high crash spots, access, conflicts or any other operational
characteristics that should be considered in evaluating the need for safety or operational
improvements.
The evaluation shall include an assessment of the nonconforming (deviating from the standard)
intersection that may be affecting safety and/or level of service. It should also include any
recommendations to rectify the deviation if warranted.
Photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic or traffic control aspect. Photographs shall
be taken of all intersection approaches with emphasis on obtaining visual information that would
be of value to the Department during any subsequent study activities. For example, utility
conflicts, right of way constraints, obstructions, unusual geometries, deficient pavement
conditions or markings, etc. should be photographed and/or otherwise detailed as appropriate.
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The Consultant shall recommend to the Department the need for any improvements.
Task Product(s)
▪ Assessment of intersection
▪ Photographs
▪ Recommendation for improvements
Task 3-2: 24-hour Traffic Counts (intersection)
The Consultant shall collect hourly traffic count data on each approach (up to 4 approaches) to
the intersection for a minimum period of 24 hours during typical weekday traffic conditions. In
conducting the counts, the Consultant shall furnish an automatic traffic counter which produces
a written record of the traffic volumes by time of day. This record may produce either directly or
through subsequent interconnection and processing with external electronic hardware. The
count data shall be presented in an acceptable tabular form showing 15 minute interval volumes
and hourly summaries.
Task Product
▪ 24-Hour approach volume counts
Task 3-3: 8-hour Turning Movement Counts (including pedestrians, bicyclists and
trucks)
Using procedures in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Studies (MUTS), the Consultant shall collect
and summarize eight (8) hours of fifteen (15) minute turning movement counts with hourly
summaries, at the intersections. The counts shall include AM peak, PM peak and off-peak
periods. The specific time frames for each period during which turning movement counts are to
be collected shall be determined by the Consultant and approved by the DPM. The eight (8) hour
period recorded shall yield the highest total volume of vehicles entering the intersection.
The Consultant must manually count vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians. They may use tally
sheets or mechanical/electronic turning movement counter boards and must record separately
the number of trucks, bicyclists and pedestrians.
Task Product
▪ Eight-hour turning movement counts (per intersection)
▪ Eight-hour pedestrian counts (per intersection)
▪ Eight-hour bicyclists counts (per intersection)
▪ Eight-hour truck counts (per intersection)
Task 3-4: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
The Consultant shall conduct a field inventory of intersection under study and prepare a detailed
condition diagram. Condition diagrams shall include intersection geometry, dimensions, all
traffic control devices, and other roadway or roadside elements that contribute to the quality of
intersection operation. This shall include but not be limited to pertinent features to traffic
operations/safety such as driveways, sidewalks, bicycle paths, fixed objects, buildings, utility and
signal poles, lighting, etc. within 300 feet. An aerial may serve as the base image in lieu of a
scaled CADD drawing that allows for viewing the surrounding development, alternative access
routes, routing information and provide an overall perspective of the area.
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Colored photographs shall be taken of each approach. The photographs shall show the lane
configuration and stop bar and shall be taken facing the approaching traffic. A minimum of one
photograph shall be taken of each approach. More photos shall be taken if needed to show the
physical conditions. Additional photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic, or traffic
control aspects about which the DPM should be aware.
Task Product(s):
▪ Condition diagram
▪ Colored Photographs
Task 3-5: Intersection Delay Analysis (Side Street Approaches)
An Intersection Delay Study shall be conducted to include two approaches (one lane group/one
movement per approach). The study will include a total of four hours, two hours each for the
morning and afternoon peak periods, unless otherwise specified by the DPM. This study shall be
performed in accordance with the MUTS or any other method approved by the DPM. The study
will provide some basic measures of delays, such as the average vehicle delay, presently existing
at the intersection. This will cover both signalized and un-signalized intersections.
Task Product(s):
▪ Intersection delay study
▪ Technician’s worksheets
Task 3-6: Crash Analysis
The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, local
agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the preparation of crash
summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the classification of crashes by
type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must also be documented in the
summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the crash occurred. The
Consultant shall identify high crash locations by calculating the confidence level for the spots
within the study area.
The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams for the study intersection per year of crash data.
The Consultant shall analyze the crash data, collision diagrams and identify abnormal crash
characteristics or patterns. The Consultant will develop a list of possible causes and
countermeasures for each abnormal crash pattern. These causes must be site specific and
identified during field review of the location under study. The Consultant will quantify the
abnormal crash history whenever possible using scientifically based methods such as expected
value analysis, confidence level, statewide crash rates, or other statistical method. The
assumption is 25 crashes per year.
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Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Collision Diagrams
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
▪ Abnormal crash characteristics/patterns
▪ Possible crash causes and countermeasures for each abnormal pattern
Task 3- 7: Warrant Analysis
The analysis of the collected data and the evaluation of the applicable warrants described in the
in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), the Department’s Manual of Uniform
Traffic Studies (MUTS) shall form the basis for the report. From the analysis and in consideration
of accepted traffic engineering practices, the Consultant shall formulate a recommendation as to
whether or not a traffic signal should be considered for installation or removal.
Task Product(s):
▪ Worksheets
▪ Recommendation
Task 3-8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
The Consultant shall determine a preliminary cost estimate (which will include PE, CEI,
contingencies, and R/W if available), of the proposed improvement using recent Department
Long Range Estimating (LRE) system or other method as approved by the DPM. The Consultant
shall develop a safety benefit/cost ratio and Net Present Value.
Task Product(s):
▪ Cost estimates for proposed improvements
▪ Benefit/cost ratios
▪ Net Present Value
Task 3-9: Preparation and Submission of Report
The products of previous subtasks within this study shall be analyzed collectively. Satisfaction of
one or more traffic signal warrants shall not be the sole basis for any recommendation for
signalization. Both documented crash history and intersection delay shall also be evaluated and
taken into consideration as part of the traffic signal warrant analysis. The recommendation and
justification shall be documented in a report. Included in this report shall be: eight (8) hour
turning movement counts, twenty-four (24) hour counts, delay analysis, benefit to cost analysis,
completed warrant analysis forms, collision diagram, condition diagram, crash analysis,
photographs, and the products of any authorized additional tasks.
Task Product(s):
▪ Draft Report – Portable Document Format (PDF)
▪ Final Report
- Three (3) copies of the final warrant analysis report that are signed, sealed and dated
by a registered Florida Professional Engineer.
- CD with an electronic copy of the final report - Portable Document Format (PDF)
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Study Type IV – Arterial Study
Purpose
The Arterial Study involves a comprehensive, systematic review of a particular arterial from a
safety and operational perspective. The required product of this study sets forth specific
improvements which may be used as a basis for the development of an arterial improvement
program. The analysis will form the basis for up to 3 different recommended improvements
intended to control access, reduce travel time, delays, and queues, enhance safety, manage
and/or reduce conflicts, enhance positive guidance, and improve operational and traffic flow
characteristics ultimately reducing the number of crashes along the corridor. The Arterial Study
will be conducted along a study section that for the purpose of this contract is assumed
incremental of 1-mile (urban) or 2-mile (rural).
Basis of Payment
The basic unit of payment shall be per study section. The established unit price per study section
shall be considered full compensation for all work required to perform this study. Includes Task
4-1 to 4-9 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of an Arterial Study shall be eight
weeks. The DPM may allow additional time beyond the normal period as other conditions
warrant.
Scope of Work
The analysis will form the basis for recommended improvements intended to control access,
reduce travel time, delays and queues, enhance safety, manage and/or reduce conflicts, enhance
positive guidance, and improve overall operational and traffic flow characteristics. A minimum
of three alternatives will be evaluated. The “Do Nothing” alternative shall be included but is not
counted as one of the three alternatives. As a minimum, an Arterial Study will include the
following task activities:
Task 4 – 1: Qualitative Assessment
A qualified traffic engineer of the firm, experienced in the traffic engineering discipline, and
registered in the state of Florida (PTOE Preferred), shall visit the arterial under study during the
morning and evening peak traffic period, or other period as specified by the DPM, in order to
make qualitative assessments of arterial operation, particularly in terms of queue lengths, delays,
travel speeds, high crash segments, high crash spots, access, conflicts or any other operational
characteristics that should be considered in evaluating the need for safety or operational
improvements.
Photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic or traffic control aspect. The Consultant shall
recommend to the Department the need for any improvements and/or need of further study if
necessary.
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Task Product(s):
▪ Assessment of the arterial (safety and operation)
▪ Photographs of arterial
▪ Recommendation for improvements and/or need for further study if necessary
Task 4 – 2: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
The Consultant shall conduct a field inventory of arterial under study and prepare a detailed
condition diagram. Condition diagrams should be created that includes intersection geometry,
lane use/arrangements, dimensions, and identification of all traffic control devices including
pedestrian features, signal phasing, and other roadway or roadside elements that contribute to
the quality of intersection operation or safety such as driveways, fixed objects, buildings, lighting,
bus stops, school zones, sight distance obstructions, etc. within 300 feet. An aerial may serve as
the base image in lieu of a scaled CADD drawing that allows for viewing the surrounding
development, alternative access routes, routing information and provide an overall perspective
of the area.
Colored photographs should be taken to identify key issues.
Task Product(s):
▪ Condition diagram
▪ Colored Photographs
Task 4 – 3: Traffic Counts
The Consultant shall collect hourly traffic count data on each approach to all significant
intersections within the study limits for a period of 24 hours during typical weekday traffic
conditions or as otherwise specified. Automatic devices furnished by the Consultant shall record
count data. The DPM may authorize additional 24-hour traffic counts as a supplemental activity
to this study. In addition, the Consultant shall collect eight hours of fifteen-minute peak-hour
turning movement counts to include pedestrian counts (two hours each peak period during which
such volumes might exist). The DPM may authorize additional peak-hour turning movement
counts as a supplemental activity to this study.
Task Product(s):
▪ 24-hour approach volume counts
▪ Eight (8) -hour turning movement counts/with pedestrian counts.
Task 4 – 3A: Traffic Counts Additive
Additional traffic counts of arterial (0.5 miles for rural/0.25 miles for urban)
Task 4 – 4: Crash Analysis
The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, Signal
Four Analytics, local agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the
preparation of crash summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the
classification of crashes by type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must
also be documented in the summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the
crash occurred. The Consultant shall identify high crash locations by calculating the confidence
level for the spots and segments within the study area.
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The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams for the study arterial per year of crash data. The
Consultant shall analyze the crash data, collision diagrams and identify abnormal crash
characteristics or patterns. The Consultant will develop a list of possible causes and
countermeasures for each abnormal crash pattern. These causes must be site specific and
identified during field review of the location under study. The Consultant will quantify the
abnormal crash history whenever possible using scientifically based methods such as expected
value analysis, confidence level, statewide crash rates, or other statistical method. The
assumption is 50 crashes per year.
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Collision Diagrams
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
▪ Abnormal crash characteristics/patterns
▪ Possible crash causes and countermeasures for each abnormal pattern
Task 4 – 5: Arterial Analysis
Using methodology based on the latest Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), the Consultant shall
determine the roadway's existing and proposed Level of Service (LOS) for the existing conditions
and for each of the proposed alternatives. An operational analysis will be used for the arterial(s).
This analysis shall also include LOS analysis for the individual intersections within the arterial
under study.
The Consultant shall analyze various traffic signal control alternatives and determine the optimal
strategy using the measure of effectiveness produced by the program as a guide. Controller type,
phasing, cycle length, and splits shall be determined for two periods of the day. In developing
the optimum control parameters, the Consultant shall take into consideration system
requirements pertaining to each County (i.e. cycle length, minimum greens, etc.). Optimization
of the signal operation shall be evaluated for each candidate geometric modification and each
potential combination of modifications. The Consultant may also be required to utilize Synchro
for signal system optimization.
Task Product(s):
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for existing and proposed conditions
▪ Level of service for existing conditions, optimized existing conditions, and proposed
alternatives (Arterial and individual intersections)
▪ Summary of proposed recommendations
▪ Optimal signal control parameters
▪ Revised controller timing sheets
▪ Software input and output files (When requested by the DPM)
Task 4 – 6: Access Management Review
This task shall check compliance with Access Management Rules 14.96 & 14.97 as they relate to
signal spacing, median spacing, and driveway connection spacing on the State Highway System.
Any recommendations, such as adding frontage roads, channelization, etc., should be identified.
Task Product(s):
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Access Management Criteria Table
Access Management Non-Compliance Table
Access Management Recommendations
Task 4 – 7: Improvement Recommendations and Concept Development
Based on the results of the previous tasks, appropriate analysis, and any supplemental work tasks
authorized by the DPM, the Consultant shall make conceptual recommendations for optimizing
the operation of the arterial, from both a safety and operational standpoint. The Consultant shall
provide drawings, created in CADD (DGN format) with detailed measurements as appropriate, of
existing conditions as well as proposed conditions for the improvement alternatives identified.
The Consultant shall describe the expected number and type of crashes reduced by each
improvement type. As part of this effort the Consultant shall evaluate the design criteria, design
variances/exceptions, constructability, and impacts (Right of Way, drainage, permits, utilities,
environmental, access management, American with Disabilities Act, etc.) of the alternatives.
Task Product(s):
▪ Proposed improvement drawings
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for each improvement
Task 4 – 8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
The Consultant shall determine a preliminary cost estimate (which will include PE, CEI,
contingencies, and R/W if available), of the proposed improvement using recent Department
Long Range Estimating (LRE) system or other method as approved by the DPM. The Consultant
shall develop a safety benefit/cost ratio and Net Present Value for each of the proposed
alternatives.
Task Product(s):
▪ Cost estimates for proposed improvements
▪ Benefit/cost ratios
▪ Net Present Value
Task 4 – 9: Preparation and Submission of Report
The products of previous subtasks within this study shall be analyzed collectively. The Consultant
shall then form an Arterial Analysis report. The report shall recommend, in consideration of
accepted traffic engineering practices and optimal project/user benefits, a coordinated sequence
of improvements to enhance motorist safety (by reduction in crashes and their severity) and/or
increase the efficiency of traffic flow along the arterial corridor. The sketches for the existing
conditions as well as proposed improvements shall be included in the report. Recommended
improvements shall be based upon consideration of all relevant corridor elements (including the
crash history) and shall be directed at improving access, circulation, travel time, delays, stops,
and motorist safety. Emphasis should be given to those projects having low cost and high impact.
To the maximum extent possible, each report shall be organized in such a manner to facilitate
disassembly and piecemeal presentation of specific conceptual recommendations to design
engineers.
Task Product(s):
▪ Draft report – PDF format
▪ Final report
- Three (3) hard copies (signed and sealed)
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PDF format (digitally signed and sealed or scanned)
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Study Type V – RRR Safety Reviews
Purpose
The purpose of this study is to identify traffic safety concerns and recommend countermeasures
for locations that will be subject to a RRR project. These recommendations will be used in the
preparation of the design documents. The DPM shall approve the content of the completed RRR
safety review. All recommendations must meet current FDOT Standards and specifications, the
guidelines contained in the FDOT PPM (latest edition), and the Florida’s Design Standards for
RRR.
For the Purpose of this contract, a location shall be considered any length over which a design
project will take place.
Basis of Payment
The basic unit of payment shall be per design project. The established unit price per design
project shall be considered full compensation for all work required to perform this study. Includes
Task 5-1 to 5-5 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of a safety review shall be three
weeks. The DPM may allow additional time beyond the normal period as other conditions may
warrant.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the tasks to be performed by the Consultant, the responsibilities of the
Consultant and the Department, and the task products to be developed by the Consultant and
delivered to the Department. As a minimum, an RRR Safety Review will include the following
task activities:
Task 5 – 1: Background Data
The Consultant shall be responsible obtaining detailed information regarding the scope of the
project, its limits, number of signalized intersections within the project segment.
Task Product(s)
▪ Background Data
Task 5 – 2: Data Analysis
The Consultant shall be responsible for gathering and analyzing all data deemed necessary for
the performance of the Safety Review. The data to be reviewed shall include:
▪ Crash data: most recent complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined
by the DPM for which data is available.
▪ Department’s High Crash List (Segment and Intersection)
▪ Individual crash report for fatal crashes
▪ Scope of work for the RRR project
Analyzing crash data and identifying discernible crash patterns. At a minimum the
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Consultant shall create the following graphs and tables for analysis:
▪ Graphs:
- Crashes per study year
- Crashes by type
- Crashes by contributing cause
- Distribution of crashes by locations of interest (ex., signalized, non-signalized
intersections, median openings, ramp, etc.)
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Tables
High crash spots
High crash segments
Collision summary by type
Collision summary by contributing cause
Crash summary by location - assigning the rows to the locations of interest, and the
columns to the crash types, and highlighting crash patterns that need further study
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets, graphs and tables)
Task 5 – 3: Field Review
The Consultant shall be responsible for field reviewing the project location and identifying safety
concerns associated with geometric alignment, roadway condition, sight distance, peak hour
driver behavior, traffic signals, signing and marking, other traffic control devices and pedestrian,
bicycle safety concerns. The Consultant shall also report any fixed objects located within the
control zone.
Task Product(s):
▪ Field Notes
Task 5 – 4: Potential Improvements
The Consultant shall be responsible for producing recommendations that will address each one
of the identified safety concerns. All recommendations must meet current FDOT Standards and
specifications with the guidelines contained in the FDOT PPM (latest edition) and the Florida’s
Design Standards for RRR. The Consultant shall be responsible for discussing all
recommendations with the DPM before submission of the Final Memorandum to the DPM.
Task Product(s):
▪ PotentialImprovements
Task 5 – 5: Preparation and Submission of Report
The products of previous subtasks within this study shall be analyzed collectively. The Consultant
shall then produce a RRR Safety Review report.
Task Product(s)
▪ Draft report – PDF format
▪ Final report
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Three (3) hard copies (signed and sealed)
PDF format (digitally signed and sealed or scanned)
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Study Type VI – Left Turn Phase Warrant Analysis
Purpose
The Left Turn Phase Warrant Analysis is the study used to evaluate a location for a possible
protected left turn signal phase at an existing signalized intersection.
Basis of Payment
The established unit price per intersection shall be considered full compensation for all work
required to perform this study. Includes Task 6-1 to 6-7 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of a Left Turn Warrant Analysis is four
weeks. The DPM may allow additional time beyond the normal period as other conditions may
warrant.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the tasks to be performed by the Consultant, the responsibilities of the
Consultant and the Department, and the task products to be developed by the Consultant and
delivered to the Department. Although the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
provides no warrants for left turn phasing, the Traffic Control Devices Handbook (Section 4C-1)
provides guidelines for recommending a separate left turn phasing. As an absolute minimum,
the Left Turn Phase Warrant Analysis will include the following activities:
Task 6 – 1: Field Inventory/Condition Diagram
The Consultant shall conduct a field inventory of the intersection under study and prepare a
detailed condition diagram. Condition diagrams shall include intersection geometry, dimensions,
all traffic control devices, and other roadway or roadside elements that contribute to the quality
of intersection operation. This shall include but not be limited to pertinent features to traffic
operations/safety such as driveways, sidewalks, bicycle paths, fixed objects, buildings, utility and
signal poles, lighting, etc. within 300 feet. An aerial may serve as the base image in lieu of a
scaled CADD drawing that allows for viewing the surrounding development, alternative access
routes, routing information and provide an overall perspective of the area.
Colored photographs shall be taken of each approach. The photographs shall show the lane
configuration and stop bar and shall be taken facing the approaching traffic. A minimum of one
photograph shall be taken of each approach. More photos shall be taken if needed to show the
physical conditions. Additional photographs shall be taken of any geometric, traffic, or traffic
control aspects about which the DPM should be aware.
Task Product(s):
▪ Condition diagram
▪ Colored Photographs
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Task 6 – 2: 8-hour Turning Movement Counts (including pedestrians, bicyclists and
trucks)
Using procedures in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Studies (MUTS), the Consultant shall collect
and summarize eight (8) hours of fifteen (15) minute turning movement counts with hourly
summaries, at the intersections. The counts shall include AM peak, PM peak and off-peak
periods. The specific time frames for each period during which turning movement counts are to
be collected shall be determined by the Consultant and approved by the DPM. The eight (8) hour
period recorded shall yield the highest total volume of vehicles entering the intersection.
The Consultant must manually count vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians. They may use tally
sheets or mechanical/electronic turning movement counter boards and must record separately
the number of trucks, bicyclists and pedestrians.
Task Product
▪ Eight-hour turning movement counts (per intersection)
▪ Eight-hour pedestrian counts (per intersection)
▪ Eight-hour bicyclists counts (per intersection)
▪ Eight-hour truck counts (per intersection)
Task 6 – 3: Intersection Delay Study
An Intersection Delay Study shall be conducted to include two approaches (one lane group/one
movement per approach). The study will include a total of four (4) hours, two (2) hours each for
the morning and afternoon peak periods, unless otherwise specified by the DPM. This study shall
be performed in accordance with the MUTS or any other method approved by the DPM. The
study will provide measures of delays for the left turn vehicle movements only. If the vehicle
delay cannot be measured for the left turn movements (i.e. when no exclusive left turn lane
provided) then delay for the whole approach shall be collected. This will cover both signalized
and un-signalized intersections.
Task Product(s):
▪ Intersection delay study
▪ Technician’s worksheets
Task 6 – 4: Crash Analysis
The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, local
agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the preparation of crash
summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the classification of crashes by
type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must also be documented in the
summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the crash occurred. The
Consultant shall identify high crash locations by calculating the confidence level for the spots
within the study area.
The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams for the study intersection per year of crash data.
The Consultant shall analyze the crash data, collision diagrams and identify abnormal crash
characteristics o r p a t t e r n s .
The C o n s u l t a n t w i l l d e v e l o p a l i s t o f p o s s i b l e
causes and
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countermeasures for each abnormal crash pattern. These causes must be site specific and
identified during field review of the location under study. The Consultant will quantify the
abnormal crash history whenever possible using scientifically based methods such as expected
value analysis, confidence level, statewide crash rates, or other statistical method. The
assumption is 25 crashes per year.
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Collision Diagrams
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
▪ Abnormal crash characteristics/patterns
▪ Possible crash causes and countermeasures for each abnormal pattern
Task 6 – 5: Level of Service Analysis
Using methodology based on the latest Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), the Consultant shall
determine the existing level of service for the morning and afternoon peak periods. An
evaluation of projected left turn queue lengths during peak periods in consideration of existing
left turn storage capacity shall be made with recommendations for additional left turn capacity
because of any recommendation for ‘protected-only’ operation. If a left turn phase is warranted
or recommended then the Consultant shall determine the level of service with the proposed
phasing and timing. If a left turn phase is not warranted nor recommended then the Consultant
shall optimize the existing phasing and timing in order to improve the operation of the
intersection.
Task Product(s)
▪ Level of Service for existing conditions
▪ Level of Service for optimized existing conditions
▪ Level of Service of proposed conditions
▪ Summary of proposed recommendations
Task 6 – 6: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
The Consultant shall determine a preliminary cost estimate (which will include PE, CEI,
contingencies, and R/W if available), of the proposed improvement using recent Department
Long Range Estimating (LRE) system or other method as approved by the DPM. The Consultant
shall develop a safety benefit/cost ratio and Net Present Value for each of the proposed
alternatives.
Task Product(s)
▪ Cost estimates for proposed improvements
▪ Benefit/cost ratios
▪ Net Present Value
Task 6 – 7: Preparation and Submission of Report
The products of previous subtasks within this study shall be analyzed collectively. The Consultant
shall then prepare an Intersection Analysis report. The report shall recommend, in consideration
of accepted traffic engineering practices and optimal project/user benefits, intersection
improvements to include but not be limited to geometry and/or capacity enhancements,
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improved channelization and positive guidance, improved signal operations, which may include
display adjustments or phasing and timing adjustments, and reduced fixed object and sight
distance hazards. Appendices or figures (as appropriate), shall include the products of subtasks
described above. To the maximum extent possible, each report shall be organized in such a
manner so as to facilitate disassembly and piecemeal presentation of specific conceptual
recommendations to design engineers.
Task Product(s)
▪ Draft report – PDF format
▪ Final report
- Three (3) hard copies (signed and sealed)
- PDF format (digitally signed and sealed or scanned)
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Study Type VII – Road (Bike/Ped) Safety Audit
Purpose
The Road (Bike/Ped) Safety Audit (RSA) involves a comprehensive, systematic review of a
particular roadway segment from a safety perspective. The safety improvements typically
recommended vary from low cost quick fixes to significant improvement projects. The required
product of this study is recommendation. The Audit will be conducted along a study section
that for the purpose of this contract is assumed incremental of 2 - mile (urban) or 5-mile (rural).
Basis of Payment
The established unit price per audit shall be considered full compensation for all work required
to perform this task. Includes Task 7-1 to 7-7 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of a Road (Bike/Ped) Safety Audit shall
be three weeks for a single segment, with an additional week for every additional adjacent
segment to be studied. The DPM may allow additional time beyond the normal period as other
conditions warrant.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the work tasks to be performed by the Consultant, the responsibilities of
the Consultant and the Department, and the work task products to be developed by the
Consultant and delivered to the Department. As a minimum, a Road (Bike/Ped) Safety Audit will
include the following task activities:
Task 7 – 1: Select RSA team
The Consultant will serve as the coordinator for the study. In this role, the Consultant will identify
an unbiased, multidisciplinary audit team of four or five people with final approval of team
members by DPM - each RSA will likely require the participation of different areas of expertise.
While in the ideal RSA some of the expertise is provided by the local agency and/or the
Department, there may be occasions in which these agencies are unable to provide the necessary
expertise. For these cases, the consultant team shall have access to experts within the necessary
fields of expertise.
Task 7 – 2: Background Data
The Consultant shall obtain pertinent background data for use in the audit, including the
following:
▪ Aerial Photography
▪ Existing Transportation Plans and Studies
▪
Existing and Future Land Use
This step aims to help identify areas of safety concerns. The RSA team should restrict its
comments to those issues having a bearing on the safety of road users. Comments may be either
specific to a particular location or broad-based. Issues related to aesthetics, amenities, or
congestion should also be commented upon if they lead to less-safe conditions
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Task Product(s)
▪ Background Overview
Task 7 – 3: Audit Team Meetings
The Consultant shall conduct two (2) meetings with the Audit Team:
▪ Pre-Audit Meeting: This meeting shall bring together the project owner, the design team (if
any) and the audit team to discuss the context and scope of the RSA and to review all
project information available.
▪ Post-Audit Meeting: Review audit, discuss findings and recommendations.
These meetings will last up to two (2) hours each. The Consultant is responsible for developing
meeting materials, handouts, meeting notifications, and preparing written summaries of each
meeting. The Consultant shall be required to participate actively in the meetings.
Task Product(s)
▪ Meeting materials: handouts, meeting notifications, PowerPoint presentation materials,
and preparing written summaries of each meeting, etc.
Task 7 – 4: Crash Analysis
The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, Signal
Four Analytics, local agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the
preparation of crash summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the
classification of crashes by type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must
also be documented in the summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the
crash occurred. The Consultant shall identify high crash locations.
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
Task 7 – 5: Field Review
The Consultant shall be responsible for field reviewing the project location with audit team within
a 24 hour period. At least 3 field reviews ought to be performed: one during night time, one
during the daytime peak period, and one during day-time off-peak period. The number/time of
field reviews may be modified by DPM if the RSA study location justifies it. The objectives of the
field reviews are:
▪ Gain insight into the project or existing road
▪ Verify/identify areas of safety concerns
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Task Product(s)
▪ Field Review
▪ Field Notes
Task 7 – 6: RSA Analysis
The Consultant shall be responsible for producing suggestions that will address each one of the
identified safety concerns. RSA suggestions should be appropriate to the state in the RSA and
the elements being examined (ex., the suggestions of a construction phase RSA would be
different than those made in a preliminary design RSA). The RSA results are then succinctly
summarized in the formal RSA report. All recommendations must meet current FDOT Standards
and specifications with the guidelines contained in the FDOT PPM (latest edition), the Florida’s
Design Standards for RRR and/or Florida Greenbook. Recommendations shall be presented for:
▪ Short-term: low-cost; 0 – 12 month implementation; any type of maintenance
improvement or improvement activity for safety
▪ Mid-term: 1 – 3 year implementation; requires study, concept, cost estimate, B/C, NPV
▪ Long-term: > 3 year implementation; safety projects that require reconstruction or
geometric changes; requires study, concept, cost estimate, B/C, NPV
The Consultant shall be responsible for discussing all recommendations with the DPM before
submission of the Final Report to the DPM.
Task Product(s)
▪ Improvementrecommendations
Task 7 – 7: Preparation and Submission of Report
The products of previous subtasks within this study shall be analyzed collectively. The Consultant
shall then form a Road (Bike/Ped) Safety Audit report.
Task Product(s)
▪ Draft report – PDF format
▪ Final report
- Three (3) hard copies (signed and sealed)
- PDF format (digitally signed and sealed or scanned)
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Study Type VIII:
School Study
Purpose
The school study is to conduct traffic studies of existing schools to reduce vehicular and bus
congestion and enhance student safety by reducing conflicts. The School Study will be
conducted along a study section that for the purpose of this contract is assumed incremental
of 0.25-mile.
Basis of Payment
The established unit price per school shall be considered full compensation for all work required
to perform this study. Includes Task 8-1 to 8-9 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of a School Study shall be four weeks.
The DPM may allow additional time beyond the normal period as other conditions warrant.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the work tasks to be performed by the Consultant, the responsibilities of
the Consultant and the Department, and the work task products to be developed by the
Consultant and delivered to the Department. A minimum of three alternatives will be evaluated.
The “Do Nothing” alternative shall be included but is not counted as one of the three alternatives.
As a minimum, a School Study will include the following activities:
Task 8 – 1: Background Data
The Consultant shall obtain pertinent background data for use in the audit, including the
following:
▪ Aerial Photography
▪ Existing Transportation Plans and Studies
▪
Existing and Future Land Use
This step aims to help identify areas of safety concerns.
Task Product(s)
▪ Background Overview
Task 8 – 2: Meetings
The Consultant shall conduct two (2) meetings with City, County, school, and traffic/design
professionals to present the findings:
▪ Pre-Meeting: Discuss the context and scope, review all project information available and
gather understanding of perceived conflict(s).
▪ Post-Meeting: Discuss findings and recommendations.
These meetings will last up to two (2) hours each. The Consultant is responsible for developing
meeting materials, handouts, meeting notifications, and preparing written summaries of each
meeting. The Consultant shall be required to participate actively in the meetings.
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Task Product(s)
▪ Meeting materials: handouts, meeting notifications, PowerPoint presentation materials,
and preparing written summaries of each meeting, etc.
Task 8 – 3: Field Review
The Consultant shall be responsible for field reviewing the project location and identifying safety
concerns associated with geometric alignment, roadway condition, sight distance, peak hour
driver behavior, traffic signals, signing and marking, other traffic control devices and pedestrian,
bicycle safety concerns. The Consultant shall also report any fixed objects located within the
control zone. During the field review, the Consultant shall conduct field observations of the dropoff and pick-up times to identify conflicts and problems. Colored photographs should be taken
to identifying key issues.
Task Product(s):
▪ Field Notes
▪ Photographs
Task 8 – 4: Traffic Counts
The Consultant shall collect hourly traffic count data on each approach to all significant
intersections within the study limits for a period of 24 hours during typical weekday traffic
conditions or as otherwise specified. Automatic devices furnished by the Consultant shall record
count data. The DPM may authorize additional 24-hour traffic counts as a supplemental activity
to this study. In addition, the Consultant shall collect four (4) hours of fifteen-minute peak-hour
turning movement counts to include pedestrian counts (two hours each peak period during which
such volumes might exist). The DPM may authorize additional peak-hour turning movement
counts as a supplemental activity to this study.
Task Product(s):
▪ 24-hour approach volume counts
▪ Four (4) - hour turning movement counts/with pedestrian counts.
Task 8 – 5: Crash Analysis
The Consultant shall obtain and review copies of traffic crash reports for the most recent
complete five (5) calendar years or other time period determined by the DPM for which data is
available. This data shall be obtained through the Crash Analysis Reporting (CAR) System, local
agencies or other approved source by the DPM. This review includes the preparation of crash
summary sheets. The crash summary shall at a minimum include the classification of crashes by
type, time of day, day of the week, and month. Injury severity must also be documented in the
summary as well as weather and lighting conditions under which the crash occurred. The
Consultant shall identify high crash locations by calculating the confidence level for the spots
within the study area.
The Consultant shall prepare collision diagrams for the study intersection per year of crash data.
The Consultant shall analyze the crash data, collision diagrams and identify abnormal crash
characteristics or patterns. The Consultant will develop a list of possible causes and
countermeasures for each abnormal crash pattern. These causes must be site specific and
identified during field review of the location under study. The Consultant will quantify the
abnormal crash history whenever possible using scientifically based methods such as expected
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value analysis, confidence level, statewide crash rates, or other statistical method.
assumption is 50 crashes per year.
The
Task Product(s):
▪ Crash Reports
▪ Collision Diagrams
▪ Crash analysis (include crash summary sheets)
▪ Abnormal crash characteristics/patterns
▪ Possible crash causes and countermeasures for each abnormal pattern
Task 8 – 6: Capacity Analysis
Using methodology based on the latest Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), the Consultant shall
determine the roadway's existing and proposed Level of Service (LOS) for the existing conditions
and for each of the proposed alternatives. An operational analysis will be used for the arterial(s).
This analysis shall also include LOS analysis for the individual intersections within the arterial
under study (if applicable).
Task Product(s):
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for existing and proposed conditions
▪ Level of service for existing conditions, optimized existing conditions, and proposed
alternatives (Arterial and individual intersections)
▪ Summary of proposed recommendations
▪ Optimal signal control parameters
▪ Revised controller timing sheets
▪ Software input and output files (When requested by the DPM)
Task 8 – 7: Improvement Recommendations and Concept Development
Based on the results of the previous tasks, appropriate analysis, and any supplemental work tasks
authorized by the DPM, the Consultant shall make conceptual recommendations for optimizing
the operation of the arterial, from both a safety and operational standpoint. The Consultant shall
provide drawings, created in CADD (DGN format) with detailed measurements as appropriate, of
existing conditions as well as proposed conditions for the improvement alternatives identified.
The Consultant shall describe the expected number and type of crashes reduced by each
improvement type. As part of this effort the Consultant shall evaluate the design criteria, design
variances/exceptions, constructability, and impacts (Right of Way, drainage, permits, utilities,
environmental, access management, American with Disabilities Act, etc.) of the alternatives.
Task Product(s):
▪ Proposed improvement drawings
▪ Analysis of effectiveness for each improvement
Task 8 – 8: Development of Preliminary Cost Estimates, Project Benefits, Net Present Value
The Consultant shall determine a preliminary cost estimate (which will include PE, CEI,
contingencies, and R/W if available), of the proposed improvement using recent Department
Long Range Estimating (LRE) system or other method as approved by the DPM. The Consultant
shall develop a safety benefit/cost ratio and Net Present Value for each of the proposed
alternatives.
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Task Product(s):
▪ Cost estimates for proposed improvements
▪ Benefit/cost ratios
▪ Net Present Value
Task 8 – 9: Preparation and Submission of Report
The products of previous subtasks within this study shall be analyzed collectively. The Consultant
shall then form an Arterial Analysis report. The report shall recommend, in consideration of
accepted traffic engineering practices and optimal project/user benefits, a coordinated sequence
of improvements to enhance motorist safety (by reduction in crashes and their severity) and/or
increase the efficiency of traffic flow along the arterial corridor. The sketches for the existing
conditions as well as proposed improvements shall be included in the report. Recommended
improvements shall be based upon consideration of all relevant corridor elements (including the
crash history) and shall be directed at improving access, circulation, travel time, delays, stops,
and motorist safety. Emphasis should be given to those projects having low cost and high impact.
To the maximum extent possible, each report shall be organized in such a manner to facilitate
disassembly and piecemeal presentation of specific conceptual recommendations to design
engineers.
Task Product(s):
▪ Draft report – PDF format
▪ Final report
- Three (3) hard copies (signed and sealed)
- PDF format (digitally signed and sealed or scanned)
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Study Type IX:
High Crash Location Review
Purpose
The High Crash Location Review is the study used to screen and identified locations on the District
High Crash List for study and recommendations for improvement.
Basis of Payment
For this contract it is assumed 50 intersections and 75 segments per year. The established unit
price per yearly review shall be considered full compensation for all work required to perform
this study. Includes Task 9-1 to 9-4 as a group.
Period of Performance
The normal period of performance allowed for completion of a High Crash List Review is four
weeks. The DPM may allow additional time beyond the normal period as other conditions may
warrant.
Scope of Work
This section specifies the work tasks to be performed by the Consultant, the responsibilities of
the Consultant and the Department, and the work task products to be developed by the
Consultant and delivered to the Department. As a minimum, a High Crash Location Review will
include the following activities:
Task 9 – 1: Yearly Log
The Consultant shall review the Yearly High Crash Location List (Intersection and Segment) from
the Department’s mainframe database or Florida Traffic Safety Portal. Locations will be reviewed
in accordance with the HSIPG and District instructions. The Consultant shall maintain an
electronic log (Microsoft Access or spreadsheet) of Yearly High Crash Locations (segment and
intersection) that occur within District Three. This log will contain such information as
▪ HCL Year
▪ County
▪ Section Number
▪ Milepost (BMP/EMP)
▪ Length
▪ Road Name
▪ Intersecting Road
▪ Urban or Rural
▪ AADT
▪ No of Crashes
(Fatalities, Injuries, PDO)
▪ Course of Action (No Action Required, Work Program, Current Study Underway, etc.)
▪ Recommendations
▪ Estimated Cost
▪ Crash Rate (Actual Rate, Average Rate)
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Task Product(s):
▪ High Crash Location Log and Maintenance
Task 9 – 2: Location Screening
The Consultant shall conduct an initial screening of the yearly high crash segments and
intersections to filter only those locations that meet the following criteria:
▪ Have not been previously reviewed in the past three (3) years
▪ Are not duplicated or included in the Department’s future 5-year work program
▪ Are not Interstate locations
▪ Identified on the 25% Night Crash list that would benefit from highway lighting. Locations
that currently have highway lighting or have highway lighting within the scope of a
programmed project will not be considered for a potential safety project.
The Consultant will note in the log the reason a particular location is being excluded from review
during this cycle.
The Consultant will provide a revised list of locations to the DPM for review and selection for the
Consultant to conduct arterial and intersection studies. Findings found from the studies and
locations not selected shall be documented in the yearly log.
Task Product(s):
▪ High Crash Location Screening
▪ High Crash Location Revised List
.
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