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Current News
New FieldManager Helpdesk Number
The FieldManager Helpdesk activated its new phone number, 1-844-4MI-MDOT (1-844-464-6368). On the new phone menu, you can reach the FieldManager Helpdesk by selecting option 2 for AASHTOWare and then option 3 for FieldManager. The old number was deactivated on May 1st. The new number is part of the new unified help desk solution, MI MDOT Software Support, used to track and resolve software related issues from customers.
Recent Major Changes
The table below is a list of Major changes.
| Updated | Division | Section | Summary | What Changed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Updated Construction Field Services Indirect Testing codes | Compare Here | |||
| Created new section 700-Closure of Unsafe Structures under Division 7. | View Here | |||
| Added new item Bi-Annual FieldManager User Account Verification Process | View Here | |||
| Updated Records Retention content and Training Manual | Compare Here | |||
| A new Mandrel Testing of Plastic Pipe page was created to provide all-inclusive, in-depth descriptions with images. In sections 401 and 402, under Mandrel Testing, there is a link to the new page. | View Here | |||
| Updated Local Agency Program (LAP) guidance including an index for program specific project administration instructions labeled as 'LAP Project Considerations' within various sections of the manual | Compare Here | |||
| Updated MERS User Guide | Compare Here | |||
| Created new Structural Fabrication Quality Manual page under Section 105 | View Here | |||
| Added new subsection "Overhead Sign Covers" with examples | View Here | |||
| Removed Proof of Payment Requirement for Materials in Force Account | Compare Here | |||
| Added 2020 MQAP content | View Here | |||
| Updated content for the Project & Worksite Safety subsection | Compare Here | |||
| Created a new FPR Frequently Asked Questions page | View Here | |||
| Created a new FHWA CAP Action Plans page to address IDR issues | View Here | |||
| Created a new Final Project Review Report page | View Here | |||
| Created a new Interim File Review page | View Here | |||
| Removed the e-File Project Review Procedures from Section 109.07 | Compare Here | |||
| Created a new Letter to File page | View Here | |||
| Created a new Project Closeout Escalation of Accountability page | View Here | |||
| Created a new Final Project Review page | View Here | |||
| Created new Certified Engineer Process page | View Here | |||
| Created new Prompt Payment section with flow chart | View Here | |||
| Updated to Boilerplate Progress Clause Template (Revision 2/10/2020) | Compare It | |||
| Update to Worker Visibility information and photos | Compare It | |||
| Update to Local Agency Boilerplate Preconstruction Meeting Minutes - January 2020 | View Here | |||
| Update for entire Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control (NPDES) section | Compare It | |||
| Update for FY 2020 Indirect Testing Coding | Compare It | |||
| 2019 Summary of revisions to the Materials Quality Assurance Procedures Manual | Compare It | |||
| Permanent Pavement Markings Field Inspection and Processing of Progress Payments: Updated new content | Compare It | |||
| Load Transfer Assemblies: Updated new content and included Presentation for Load Transfer Assemblies Inspections | Compare It | |||
| Updated Paint pricing for 2019 | View Updated Table Here | |||
| Update to Trunkline Boilerplate Preconstruction Meeting Minutes - 2019 | View Here | |||
| New guidance related to the Standard Rounding Convention | Compare It | |||
| July update to the Documentation Guide which includes corrections related to density requirements. It also includes updated language related to the "e-Final Project Review Procedures" | View Here |
A definition to the types of changes that you might see in the Construction Manual can be found under Content Revision Procedures, Types of Changes.
Recent Minor Changes
The table below is a list of Minor changes.
| Updated | Division | Section | Summary | What Changed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Updated Permanent Pavement Markings payment table to include 2020 prices | Compare Here | |||
| Added Guardrail-Steel to the Long-Lead item table | Compare Here | |||
| Updated contact information for MDOT's Title VI Coordinator to Orlando Curry 517-241-7462 | View Here | |||
| Updated Record Certification List with added Consultants | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section under Design/Construction Package Evaluation | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section under Post-Construction Reviews | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section under Processing of Contractor Performance Evaluations | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section under Final Inspection, Acceptance, and Final Payment-Acceptance of work | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section under Final Inspection, Acceptance, and Final Payment-Pay Estimate and Inactive Project Notification | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section under Final Estimates | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section under Required Signature on Construction Pay Estimates | View Here | |||
| Added 'LAP Project Considerations' to the section | View Here | |||
| Updated MDOT Production Rates link. Old link did not work properly. | View Here | |||
| Updated Content for Showing Detail Calculations on Inspector’s Daily Report and Added Rounding Convention Example | Compare Here | |||
| Added FPR Report User Guide link to FPR FAQ page | Compare Here | |||
| Added FAQs link for Final Project Review to page | Compare Here | |||
| Added links to the new Final Project Review Report page | Compare Here | |||
| Reformatted the Certified Engineer Renewal Process for clarity | Compare Here | |||
| Updated Final Project Review page with Interim File Review link | Compare Here | |||
| Updated Engineer Record Certification List | View Here | |||
| Added updated DRB Procedures to include those let on and after 6-5-2020/Removed older links | Compare Here | |||
| Edited page to reflect only Certified Technician Process information | Compare Here | |||
| Removed "Review of Prompt Payment Complaints" section as it's now its own page | Compare Here | |||
FieldManager |
Updated Helpdesk number from 517-322-1556 to 1-844-4MI-MDOT (1-844-464-6368) in these sections along with the Main page Current News area above | Compare Here Compare Here | ||
| Added the newly created Prompt Payment link to Section 102.18 | Compare Here | |||
| Changed Density Control Manual to Density Testing and Inspection Manual | Compare Here | |||
| Changed Density Control Handbook to Density Control Manual | Compare Here | |||
| Updated Jobsite Poster | View Here | |||
| Deleted information no longer applicable, or is covered in other documents/Renamed section due to changes | Compare It | |||
| Updated links to the new 1302-Fed form. | Compare Here | |||
| General Contract Modification Information Format Revision | Compare It | |||
| Updated Naming Convention Table to reflect recent changes. Also included updated PDF and XLSX files (Rev 2-13-20) | Compare It | |||
| Updated Engineer Record Certification List | View Here | |||
| Updated contact information on the Title VI Poster and Coordinator site information | Compare It | |||
| Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Notifications: Updated Notice of Coverage (NOC) and Notice of Termination (NOT) charts | Compare It | |||
| Updated first bullet information for clarity and to include examples | Compare It | |||
| Updated Engineer Record Certification List | View Here | |||
| Removal of references to outdated paint marking turn arrows | Compare It | |||
| Update related to the process for archeological findings | Compare It | |||
| Added 2 flowcharts for Notice of Coverage (NOC) and Notice of Termination (NOT) in section 208 between “Notification” and “Training”. Also updated language to reflect recent name change of the "Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ)" to the "Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)" | Compare It |
Preamble
This manual provides guidance to administrative, engineering, and technical staff. Engineering practice requires that professionals use a combination of technical skills and judgment in decision making. Engineering judgment is necessary to allow decisions to account for unique site-specific conditions and considerations to provide high quality products, within budget, and to protect the public health, safety, and welfare. This manual provides the general operational guidelines; however, it is understood that adaptation, adjustments, and deviations are sometimes necessary. Innovation is a key foundational element to advance the state of engineering practice and develop more effective and efficient engineering solutions and materials. As such, it is essential that our engineering manuals provide a vehicle to promote, pilot, or implement technologies or practices that provide efficiencies and quality products, while maintaining the safety, health, and welfare of the public. It is expected when making significant or impactful deviations from the technical information from these guidance materials, that reasonable consultations with experts, technical committees, and/or policy setting bodies occur prior to actions within the timeframes allowed. It is also expected that these consultations will eliminate any potential conflicts of interest, perceived or otherwise. MDOT Leadership is committed to a culture of innovation to optimize engineering solutions. The National Society of Professional Engineers Code of Ethics for Engineering is founded on six fundamental canons. Those canons are provided below. Engineers, in the fulfillment of their professional duties, shall:
- Hold paramount the safety, health, and welfare of the public.
- Perform Services only in areas of their competence.
- Issue public statement only in an objective and truthful manner.
- Act for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees.
- Avoid deceptive acts.
- Conduct themselves honorably, reasonably, ethically and lawfully so as to enhance the honor, reputation, and usefulness of the profession.
This manual has been revised throughout to incorporate changes brought about by the release of the 2012 Standard Specifications for Construction and by progress in equipment, construction practices, and materials. The format has been established to follow the standard specification outline with divisions and sections set up to facilitate revision and addition of new information as needed.
Additional information about the Wiki Construction Manual and submitting revision suggestions is located in the Help:Contents page.