LPP 16-03, LAPM Manual Update

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The Caltrans Division of Local Assistance has issued Local Program Procedures (LPP) 16-03 which has been recently incorporated into the Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM).  Specifically, LPP 16-03 has impacted the following chapters: Chapter 2, Roles and Responsibilities Chapter 3, Project Authorization Chapter 5, Invoicing Chapter 10, Consultant Selection Chapter 12, Plans, Specifications, & Estimate Chapter 15, Advertise and Award Project Chapter 16, … Read more LPP 16-03, LAPM Manual Update

Safe Harbor Cost Rate Test and Evaluation Program Extended

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NOTICE TO LOCAL AGENCIES AND A&E CONSULTING FIRMS WITH FEDERAL AID HIGHWAY FUNDED PROJECTS  Beginning July 1, 2013, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) initiated a Safe Harbor Cost Rate Test and Evaluation program for Architectural and Engineering (A&E) consulting firms involved in federal-aid highway funded projects in 12 designated states, including California. The FHWA established … Read more Safe Harbor Cost Rate Test and Evaluation Program Extended

Road Diets – Free Workshop from FHWA and Caltrans

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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Caltrans is offering a one-day workshop on this low-cost, proven safety countermeasure that explores how agencies can use Road Diets to improve safety, operations, and livability in their communities.  Participants will be introduced to the FHWA Road Diet Informational Guide and guided through a decision-making process to determine when a … Read more Road Diets – Free Workshop from FHWA and Caltrans

2015 Construction Contract Standards Webcast

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(A recording of this webcast can be found on the Caltrans Division of Construction Training page)   Join Caltrans for a webcast on the 2015 Construction Contract Standards on May 18, 2016 from 10am – 12pm PST. This webcast will include a presentation followed by questions and answers.  The presentation will cover: How do the … Read more 2015 Construction Contract Standards Webcast

Local HSIP Cycle 8 Call for Projects Announced

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The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) is a core federal-aid program for the purpose of achieving a significant reduction in fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads. On May 9, 2016, Caltrans Division of Local Assistance announced HSIP Cycle 8 Call for Projects. The deadline to submit applications for this Call for Projects is … Read more Local HSIP Cycle 8 Call for Projects Announced

New Caltrans Consultant Selection and Procurement Web Page

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Caltrans Division of Local Assistance recently launched a new web page to assist local agencies with Consultant Selection and Procurement. This web page contains important information and guidance on the consultant procurement process related to federal-aid highway program funded projects. Consultant services contracts funded in whole, or in part, with federal-aid program funds must be procured … Read more New Caltrans Consultant Selection and Procurement Web Page