2010 Construction and Material Specifications - Ohio Department of ...

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B. Roadway Width. The clear width measured at right angles to the
longitudinal centerline of the bridge between the bottom of curbs or guard timbers
or, in the case of multiple heights of curbs, between the bottoms of the lower
risers. For curb widths of 1 foot (0.3 m) or less, the roadway width is measured
between parapets or railings.
Calendar Day or Day. Every day shown on the calendar.
Certified Test Data. A test report from a manufacturer’s or an independent
laboratory approved by the Director listing actual test results of samples tested for
compliance with specified Department requirements. The Department will accept
certified test data from manufacturers’ laboratories if their products have been used
satisfactorily on prior Department contracts and their test data has been confirmed.
Include a statement that the test data furnished is representative of the material
furnished to a Department project or to a supplier. The report is identified by
number or date and identifies the Department project or supplier to which the
material is shipped. Submit reports signed by a person having legal authority to
act for the manufacturer or independent laboratory.
Change Order. A written order issued by the Director to the Contractor,
covering changes to the terms and conditions, plans and/or quantities, within or
beyond the scope of the Contract and establishing the basis of payment and time
adjustments for the work affected by the changes.
Claims. Disputes that are not settled through Steps 1 and 2 of the Dispute
Resolution and Administrative Claim Process and for which the Contractor has
documented costs or time incurred as a result of such disputes. The Dispute
becomes a Claim when the Contractor submits a Notice of Intent to File a Claim.
Completion Date. The date, as shown in the Contract Documents, on which
the Work contemplated shall be completed.
Contract. The written agreement between the Department and the Contractor
setting forth the obligations of the parties, including, but not limited to, the
performance of the Work and the basis of payment.
Contract Bond. The approved forms of security, executed by the Contractor
and its Sureties, guaranteeing complete execution of the Work as required by the
Contract Documents and the payment of all legal debts pertaining to the
construction of the Project which security shall comply with and be subject to
ORC 5525.16 and 5525.13, and related provisions.
Contract Documents. The Contract Documents include the Invitation for
Bids, Addenda, Proposal, contract form and required bonds, Specifications,
Supplemental Specifications, Special Provisions, general and detailed plans, Plan
notes, standard construction drawings identified in the Plans, notice to contractor,
Change Orders, Supplemental Agreements, Extra Work Contracts, and any other
document designated by the Department as a Contract Document, all of which
constitute one instrument.
Contract Item (Pay Item). A specifically described unit of Work for which a
price is provided in the Contract.
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