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PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE COMMISSION HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

TRAFFIC COUNTS STATION

AT

New Castle Interchange, Beaver Valley Interchange, Cranberry Interchange, Delaware Valley

Interchange, Highspire Interchange

WBS No: EN‐00132‐03‐02

December 2018

PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE COMMISSION HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

SPECIFICATIONS FOR


AT

New Castle Interchange, Beaver Valley Interchange, Cranberry Interchange,

Delaware Valley Interchange, Highspire Interchange

WBS No: EN‐00132‐03‐02

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Appendix A: General Requirements A1-A7

Appendix B: Special Provisions

B1-B39

Appendix C: Plans

Sheets 1-12

Appendix D: Holiday Restriction (March 2019-March 2020)

D1

Appendix E: Lane Charts

E1-E24

ATTACHMENTS

1. CS 107.34 Diverse Business Requirements 2. PTC Form 22-94-16R; DB Subcontractor and Supplier Solicitation Sheet 3. PTC Form 22-95-32R; DB Subcontractor and Supplier Commitment Sheet

TRAFFIC COUNTS STATION EN‐00132‐03‐02

Page A1 of A7 Appendix A – General Requirements

Traffic Counts Station – EN-00132-03-02

GENERAL

APPENDIX A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS


This specification and associated plan set provides the Contractor sufficient information to enable them to prepare and submit proposal for consideration by the Pennsylvanian Turnpike Commission (Commission) for a purchase order to install a fully functional Traffic Count Station (TCS) containing a microwave based Traffic Flow Detection System (TFDS) and Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) road side units (RSUs) and vehicle on-board units (OBUs). The below table indicates the general work to be performed at each project location:

Interchange Proposed

TFDS Units (#)

Proposed DSRC* Units (#)

Proposed Power Type

Proposed Communications

Type

Proposed Software Installation

MP 10 – New

Castle Interchange

2

RSU (1)

Utility AC

Power

Ethernet IP over Fiber Optic to Interchange

Facility

N/A

MP 13 – Beaver Valley Interchange

2

N/A

Solar Power with battery

back-up

Cellular Modem

N/A

MP 28 – Cranberry

Interchange

5

RSU (1)

AC Power from Existing

CCTV Camera Cabinet

Existing Cellular

Modem

N/A

MP H42 (Old MP 358) –Delaware

Valley Interchange

5

RSU (1)

Utility AC Power (DV-1)

AC Power from Existing

CCTV Camera Cabinet (DV2)

Ethernet IP over Fiber Optic to Interchange

Facility

N/A

Highspire Central Administration Building (CAB)

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

TFDS and DSRC* (if applicable)

Turnpike Vehicle* N/A OBU (2) Existing from Vehicle N/A N/A

*-Commission Provided

Work items to provide fully operational traffic count stations include, but are not limited to: • Design, procure, install, integrate, test and train for the operation of Traffic Count Stations TFDS and

DSRC (RSU and OBU) units and all associated structures and equipment along the Turnpike, in vehicles and at the PTCs Highspire facility.

• Provide all required Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT) for work at all sites, in accordance to PTC standards and specifications.

• Procure, install, and integrate a complete hardwire AC and/or solar electrical power supply to the aforementioned equipment, as noted on the plans and specifications.



• Procure, and install all required communications connections (cellular communication equipment to be provided by the Commission) between the field site cabinets and the designated local PTC facility. Communications shall be through either fiber optic cable or cellular modem.

• Provide TFDS vendor software capable of requesting (pull) and/or accepting (push) data from the TFDS field units for integration into the Commissions Integrated Toll Management System (ITMS)

• Provide a testing plan and conduct testing of all installed devices and vendor software to demonstrate full functionality in the field as well as data conveyance at the Commissions Highspire, PA facility and in the vehicles (DSRC).

Pre-Procurement Documentation Approvals

A. The Contractor shall submit for approval to the Representative, within 10 business days from NTP, a

detailed schedule showing dates for: product submittals and approvals; construction/installation; calibration; testing; burn-in period; and warranty of each Solar Powered Assembly.

1. The furnishing, installation, and testing of the Solar Powered Assembly site(s), shall be specifically noted in the overall project schedule.

B. The Proposer shall submit for approval to the Representative, within 10 business days from NTP, a completed Proposer Submittal Checklist provided within this special provision.

C. The Proposer shall submit for approval to the Representative, within 20 business days from NTP, associated submittals for catalog cut sheets, wiring diagrams, and calculations.

The Proposer must obtain approval of the schedule, catalog cut sheets, wiring diagrams, and calculations from the Representative prior to purchasing any equipment and subsequently performing the installation per the approved documents, contract plans, and specifications.

RESTRICTION OF OPERATIONS DURING HOLIDAY PERIODS

Arrange schedule to provide maximum use of the roadway during holiday periods. Have all shoulders, interchange ramps and toll lanes available to traffic and at same elevation during the holiday periods. Access to and from the construction area from or to the travel lanes, shoulders, interchange ramps and toll lanes is prohibited during the holiday periods. Applicable holiday periods are included as an attachment to the contract.

PROTECTION AND COORDINATION OF UTILITIES

Ascertain and locate any utility lines, including Commission owned facilities, in the vicinity of the entire project and take all precautions to fully protect the (utility) facility and service. Prior to performing any work in the vicinity of any underground or overhead line or service, advise the facility owner at least 72 hours in advance of initiating work and provide all measures for protection in accordance with the National Electric Safety Code, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's Regulations and as deemed necessary by the facility owner with the Representative's concurrence. Coordinate protection and relocation of utilities with the facility owner.

Attention is directed to the Provisions of Act 287 of 1974 and subsequent amendments which specify the responsibilities in regard to public health and safety during excavation and demolition operations in areas of underground utilities. Contact the One Call System at 1-800-242-1776 for all facilities prior to performing underground work.



Immediately report to the facility owner including the Commission any break, leak or other damage to the lines or protective coatings made or discovered during the work and immediately alert the occupants of the premises and the employees of any emergency created or discovered.

Perform all work required for the location, replacement, adjustment or reconstruction of underground utilities in accordance with Section 105.06.

The Commission may have both underground and aerial utility facilities within the project limits, specifically the Maintenance, Interchange, Tunnel, and Service Plaza areas. In addition to service lines, the Commission has lighting and various other facilities throughout the Turnpike system. The Commission's Tradesman Superintendent may be able to provide information about these sites and can be contacted through the Representative.

No work by facility owners with identified utility facilities within the project limits or Turnpike right-of- way is anticipated. Known utilities are listed within the contract documents. The correctness of the information is not guaranteed and the Commission will not pay costs incurred by the contractor or facility owners for work performed for their convenience, unless prior written consent is obtained from the Commission.

This work is incidental to the project.

CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

General –The Contractor shall design, furnish and warranty all material, install and test all equipment and supporting infrastructure, as identified on the contract plans and specifications. The Contractor shall install all equipment at field locations, as well as software at the PTC Highspire facility as shown on the contract plans, or as per this specification to make a complete and operational system. The Contractor shall install all electric connections as shown on the plan.

The Contractor shall maintain all Commission equipment provided/procured under this Contract in proper working condition throughout the period of construction, testing, the guarantee period and successful completion of the Operational tests.

When equipment malfunctions occur, the Commission Representative (Representative) will contact the Contractor during normal business hours. Within two (2) business days of notification of a non- emergency request as determined by the Representative, and within four (4) hours of an emergency request, provide a repair technician at the equipment location working to fix the problem.

For both emergencies and non-emergencies, restore the malfunctioning equipment to a fully operational condition within five (5) working days of notification. If the malfunction cannot be repaired within the time allotted, notify the Representative immediately and provide a written explanation why. The Representative may extend the time limit on a case-by-case basis.

Keep a neat and accurate log of failures reported by the Commission and the corrective actions taken. Submit two copies of the logs to the Commission every two (2) months. The logs become the property of the Commission upon final acceptance.



Keep an accurate inventory log of equipment including manufacture, model number, serial number, date installed, hardware revision, and software revision. Submit two copies of the logs to the Commission every two (2) months. The logs become the property of the Commission upon acceptance.

If the equipment is damaged or rendered inoperable due to external reasons including, but not limited to, vehicular accidents on the roadway, rainstorm, snowstorm, or other natural disasters, restore to proper operating conditions within the applicable time frame. If such damage occurs after the start of the 30- Day operational test and before the guaranty period begins, the Contractor will be reimbursed for the repair in accordance with Section 110.03.

COORDINATION OF WORK

In accordance with Section 105.07, as directed by the Representative and as follows:

During the course of this project, the following known contracts will be under construction:

EXIT Contract No. Project Name Location Schedule

10 & 13 T-009.00R001-3-02 Bituminous Overlay MP 9-19

New Castle and Beaver Valley I/C

4/2019- 4/2021

28 T-024.50T001-3-02 MP 28-31 Mainline Reconstruction MP 28-31 6/2019-

7/2022

H42 T-355.00P001-3-18 US13 Connector Delaware Valley I/C (Old 358)

2018- 8/2020

There may be other projects in the area of the construction. Coordinate with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission prior to construction to determine if other projects will be ongoing.

If a lane or shoulder closure is to be set within 2 miles of these or other projects, the maintenance and protection of traffic signing must be coordinated with the Representative and the above contractors. Provide a minimum of 1 week advance notice to the Representative for any anticipated lane or shoulder closures.

PROJECT PAY ITEMS

The following pay items will be included as part of this project:

Item Number Item Description Unit Quantity

4000-0010 Complete TFDS and DSRC System - New Castle Interchange (MP 10) Lump Sum 1

4000-0013 Complete TFDS System - Beaver Valley Interchange (MP 13) Lump Sum 1

4000-0028 Complete TFDS and DSRC System - Cranberry Interchange (MP 28) Lump Sum 1

4000-0358 Complete TFDS and DSRC System - Delaware Valley Interchange (MP H42 Old MP 358) Lump Sum 1

4000-1000 Complete TFDS and DSRC Testing Lump Sum 1 4000-1500 Training Lump Sum 1



All items and work noted below are associated with the above pay items and are required to be fully completed by the Contractor. Payment for work is part of the Lump Sum payment schedule. No other payments will be made to the Contractor by the Commission.

DOCUMENTATION FOR EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED BY THE CONTRACTOR

This Special Provision applies to all new TFDS and DSRC installations being provided under this contract. It is only applicable to the equipment supplied by the Contractor and is not applicable for the equipment supplied by the Commission.

Initial equipment submittals are required by the Contractor to demonstrate that the equipment they will supply for the project has the capability to meet the functional objectives and specifications required by these Special Provisions. The level of effort required for the submittal material could vary depending on the complexity of the equipment and the degree to which the proposed equipment is off-the-shelf or custom in nature.

Submit within 21 days following Notice-to-Proceed, system level block diagrams which demonstrate the feasibility of the system as well as the interconnection of all equipment. Include in the block diagrams, the electrical and mechanical details and the interconnection details showing equipment part numbers, cable type, connectors, etc. Use separate sheets for field, central and complete system configurations. Include block diagrams for every major functional area.

Furnish a complete list of equipment and material within 30 calendar days after Notice to Proceed. Include the name, manufacturer, part number and material specifications as applicable.

Provide descriptive material, (manuals, cut-sheets, drawings, brochures, etc.), for each type of equipment and apparatus proposed for this project to demonstrate that the intended equipment or integration of intended equipment will meet the functional objectives and specifications of the system. Include in these documents sufficient technical data for complete evaluation of the proposed system by the Representative. Provide original manuals or brochures or copies equal to originals

Design documentation consists of all drawings and text required to define the configuration of the system including both hardware and software documentation.

Describe methods of expansion and maximum capacities.

Provide all user manuals and maintenance manuals for third party equipment supplied by the Contractor.

Provide the following project documentation for all equipment supplied by the Contractor.

A. Equipment Manuals. Provide operating, maintenance and installation manuals for each type of equipment item to be furnished. Include in the manuals sufficient information to operate and maintain the equipment including schematic wiring and interconnection diagrams; complete instructions for proper installation including equipment outlines, mounting, weight, power and cooling requirements; a complete parts list and a list of recommended spares.

Include text, which completely describes all functional capabilities of the equipment. Explain all adjustments, how they are performed and their effect on equipment operation. Include flow charts, which



describe troubleshooting procedures in a logical manner. Define expected signal levels and waveforms at key test points. Describe required test equipment and incorporate descriptions of its use in manual sections dealing with maintenance and repair of equipment items.

Submit test procedures and checklists required for the various stages of equipment tests.

Include information necessary for the proper installation, start-up, initialization, operation and fine-tuning of the equipment item.

Include environmental and operational specifications such as operating temperature range, power requirements, equipment weight, special handling considerations and equipment power dissipation rates and cooling requirements.

Submit all manuals to the Representative for approval at least 30 calendar days prior to the anticipated start of the on-site stand-alone testing for that equipment item.

B. Shop Drawings. Section 105.02(c) and as follows:

Include, at a minimum the following in shop drawings:

1. Wiring Diagrams 2. Installation Drawings 3. Detail Drawings

C. Control Cabinet and Service Panel Drawings. Provide drawings, which show all terminals, terminations

and connections within each equipment cabinet. At each terminal illustrate the terminal designation for the other end of the wire or cable. Cross-reference connections that go to equipment harnesses or connectors to the nomenclature used in that equipment's manual.

Tailor drawings to each individual cabinet.

Submit all drawings to be attached in cabinets to the Representative for approval at least 30 calendar days prior to the on-site standalone testing. Supply marked up copies of all cabinet drawings to the Representative at the time of cabinet installation. Enclose drawings in a clear, plastic, waterproof enclosure.

Do not conduct the on-site standalone tests if the draft copies of all drawings are not submitted to the Representative for approval at least thirty (30) calendar days prior to the anticipated start of the stand- alone testing.

Provide to the Representative one final copy of each control cabinet and service panel drawing within 14 days following the start of 30-day operational test.

D. Installation Summary. Compile and furnish as-built installation summaries within 14 days of start of the

30-day operational test for each field installation. This summary will include the following information:

1. Equipment inventory including quantities of all equipment supplied under this contract, model number, manufacturer, and distributors for all equipment.

2. Cable lists specifying cable, wire pair and connector and pin assignments for all signal, power and ground



leads. 3. Composite drawing of the system. 4. As-built plans, including project grid coordinates.

The Representative has the right to stop the 30-day operational test if the installation summaries are not submitted within 14 days of the start of the test.

E. System Operations and Maintenance Manuals. Develop and deliver the comprehensive systems operation

and maintenance manuals for all the systems furnished under this contract. The objective of each manual is to present a systems oriented view of the operation and maintenance requirements of the system. Include a detailed functional description of the system. Include a description and step-by-step procedures for all routine operating events. Include equipment preventative maintenance procedures and equipment fine-tuning and adjustment procedures.

Submit all manuals to the Representative for approval at least 30 calendar days prior to the anticipated start of the 30-day operational test.

Supplying the information required by this special provision is incidental to the project and no separate payment will be made.

Page B1 of B39 Appendix B – Special Provisions


APPENDIX B SPECIAL PROVISIONS

TRAFFIC FLOW DETECTION SYSTEM

TRAFFIC FLOW DETECTION SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS COMPLETE TFDS AND DSRC SYSTEMS AT NEW CASTLE INTERCHANGE (MP10), COMPLETE TFDS SYSTEM AT BEAVER VALLEY INTERCHANGE (MP13), COMPLETE TFDS AND DSRC SYSTEMS AT CRANBERRY INTERCHANGE (MP28), COMPLETE TFDS AND DSRC SYSTEMS AT AND DELAWARE VALLEY INTERCHANGE (MP D42 OLD MP 358)

Description – This work is for furnishing of all labor, material, equipment and work necessary to design, deploy, integrate, test and provide training for microwave traffic volume, speed and vehicle length detectors at four (4) selected un-tolled interchanges of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to create a Traffic Flow Detection System (TFDS) as well as to install and integrate a Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) system at each of these interchanges with the exception of Beaver Valley interchange. All work is to be in accordance with these specifications and as directed by the Representative. Items not specifically covered in these Special Provisions will be governed by the applicable sections of Publication 408/2016-4, dated April 6, 2018, and the Commission Specifications.

These specifications provide the technical information for the following items

A. 40 Foot and 50 Foot Steel Pole with Foundation

B. Junction Boxes, J.B-1, J.B-2, Modified

C. Electric Cable

D. HDPE Communications/Power Conduit

E. Wireless Communications Systems

F. Fiber Optics Communications Systems

G. Fiber Optic Cable, Single Mode

H. Retrofit Conduit into Existing Junction Box

I. Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) Radio – Road-Side Unit

J. Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) Radios – On-Board Unit

K. Solar Panels and Battery Backup System

L. TFDS Central Software

M. Maintenance and Protection of Traffic

N. Complete TFDS and DSRC Device Testing

O. Training

P. Diverse Business Requirements



ATTACHMENTS

- CS 107.34 Diverse Business Requirements

- PTC Form 22-94-16R; DB Subcontractor and Supplier Solicitation Sheet

- PTC Form 22-95-32R; DB Subcontractor and Supplier Commitment Sheet

The following items that are anticipated for this contract shall be in accordance with the associated sections of Publication 408/2016-4, dated April 6, 2018.

Traffic Flow Detection Systems Section 1240 (Microwave Vehicle Detector) ITS Cabinet Section 1201 RGS Conduit Section 910

Payment for each interchange system shall be in accordance with the following schedule:

• 50% of payment will be made upon completion of material procurement and inspection. • 10% of payment will be made upon complete installation and energizing of the equipment at the site. • 15% of payment will be made upon completion of the system acceptance tests. • 15% of payment will be made upon completion of the 30-day operational test. • 10% of payment will be made upon acceptance of the system and submission of As-Built drawings.

40-FOOT AND 50-FOOT STEEL POLE WITH FOUNDATION

Description – This work is furnishing 40-foot and 50-foot steel ITS poles and installing of the designated height to hold ITS devices with appropriate foundations. The pole shall have no more than a 1-inch deflection at the top as per AASHTO Roadside Lighting Design Guide design requirements.

Material – Section 1210.2(j) for pole and Section 1210.2(k) for foundation.

Construction – Section 1210.3(k) for pole and Section 1210.2(l) for foundation.

Revise Sections 1210.3(k) and 1210.3(l) by adding:

Poles and foundations that conform to the Pole and Foundation Guide Drawings will require design calculations as outlined in Section 1101.01

JUNCTION BOXES, J.B.-1, J.B. 2, MODIFIED

Description – This work is furnishing and installing junction boxes at locations indicated on the plans.

Material – Section 910.2

Construction – Section 910.3 and as follows.

Revise Section 910.3(p) by adding:

A. Bond metal framed junction box and cover to ground. The bond shall provide a solid electrical and mechanical connection.



B. Cast the label “PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE COMMISSION ELECTRIC CABLE” into the covers of junction boxes used for Power.

C. Cast the label “PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE COMMISSION COMMUNICATION” into the covers of junction boxes used for communication cable.

D. Ground all junction boxes in accordance with NEC Article 250. E. Place on top of at least 12” of No. 57 coarse aggregate, 18” in poor drainage areas, as shown on the plans.

ELECTRICAL CABLE

Description - This work is furnishing and installation of electrical cable at locations indicated.

Material - Section 910.2 and as follows:

Revise Section 1101.08, by adding:

A. Supply electrical 600 Volt rated electrical cable. Installation shall be in accordance with Section 910.3(h).

B. Provide soft drawn copper conductors per ASTM B-3. Provide Type THWN/THHN insulation. Provide 600 Volt rated, UL Listed conductors.

C. Conductors sized AWG #8 or larger shall be Class B concentrically stranded per ASTM B-8. Conductors

sized AWG #10 or smaller shall be solid.

D. Use rubber molded breakaway connectors in accordance with PENNDOT RC-84M for all electrical cables that will be installed on breakaway posts.

E. Triplex cable may be used in lieu of individual cables for aerial runs. Aluminum conductors are not

acceptable.

Construction – Section 910.3.

HDPE COMMUNICATIONS/POWER CONDUIT

Description – This work is the furnishing and installation of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) conduits by method of Trench Modified, Type I (unpaved surfaces) and/or Directional Boring under the roadway and flexible delineator posts as shown on the plans or ordered by the Representative.

Material –

A. HDPE Conduit – SDR11 with smooth interior wall and smooth exterior wall. Manufactured in accordance with ASTM F2160 and ASTM D3035 from thermoplastic polymer conforming to the minimum standards defined in ASTM 3350 (See Table 1).

Table 1 – Resin Properties

The resin Properties shall meet or exceed the values listed below for HDPE ASTM Test Description Values HDPE D-1505 Density g/CM3 .941 - .955 D-1238 Melt Index, g/10 min. Condition E .05 - .50



D-790 Flexural Modulus, MPa (PSI) 80,000 min. D-1693 Environmental Stress Crack Resistance Condition B,F10 96 hrs. min. D-638 Tensile strength at yield ((PSI) 3000 min. D-746 Brittleness Temperature -75ºC

B. Plastic Detectable Marking Tape (Both Red and Orange) - Section 1101.12(e)

C. Pulling Lines – (Woven polyester or Aramid fiber with an average tensile strength in excess of that which is required to pull all proposed service cables) – Muletape as manufactured by Neptco Inc. – Teltek Sales 215-477-5888, Bull-Line; as manufactured by Arnco Corp. 1-800-321-7914; or approved equal.

D. Tracer Wire – Provide solid copper, or copper clad steel wire.

E. Flexible Delineator Post – Sections 937.2 and 938.2, and as follows: 1. Flexible Delineator Post – Similar to a Type 2 Guide Post manufactured by Safe-Hit Corporation, 1930 W

Winton Ave., Building 11, Hayward, CA 94545, (510) 783-6550 or approved equal and as detailed on the plans. Red for Power and Orange for Communications.

2. Decals – Non-reflective with warning message of “Buried Electrical Cable” or “Buried Communications Cable”.

Construction –

A. HDPE Conduit – Section 910.3(g), as indicated, and as follows:

Place communications and power conduits (SDR11) at locations indicated on the drawings. Place conduits such that it is a continuous run with no splicing between junction boxes.

Prevent conduits from twisting during installation and minimize variation in the horizontal and vertical alignment. Orientation of the conduits must be consistent throughout the project in and out of each junction box. Install conduit with the tracer wire in the upper left position, at approximately 10 o’clock on the conduit circumference. A tracer wire shall be included in one conduit in each trench.

At obstructions, taper conduit runs to provide vertical or horizontal offset at a rate of 20:1 or flatter.

Identify the conduits within the trench with 6” wide red plastic marker tape placed a minimum of 12” directly above each conduit.

After placing the conduit between junction boxes, provide red flexible delineator post electrical cable markers as required. Flexible markers are to be placed at the junction box and are to identify the conduit as underground electrical cable.

Install pulling lines in each individual conduit to insure that the conduit has not been damaged during installation and use for subsequent testing. Test the conduit after conduit is installed and after guide rail is installed and as directed by the Representative. If conduit is damaged, replace the conduit at no additional expense to the Commission. The pulling lines will remain in unused conduits for future use by others.

Seal all conduits at both ends with manufacturer’s plugs to make conduits watertight.



B. Trench Modified, Type I – Section 9 10.3(c), as indicated and as follows: Spider plow trenching is an acceptable method of construction.

Where conduit is to cross a drainage pipe or other lateral obstruction, identify the location in the field with paint or another method acceptable to the Representative prior to beginning trenching operations and provide suitable crossing method as per the Contract Plans.

Install plastic detectable marking tape, red for power trenches and orange for communications trenches.

C. Directional Boring – Section 954.3(b).

D. Flexible Delineator Posts – Install decals, sheeting, letters, and numbers on the posts as indicated on Standard Drawings.

For soil installations use a chisel pointed, drivable, reusable metal anchor into which the post is inserted and held in place with a locking mechanism.

Install red flexible delineator post power cable marker at junction boxes, and horizontal bend points in power conduit in unpaved areas, as indicated and as directed by the Representative.

WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

Description – Coordinate, install, integrate, and test a communications system to convey data between TFDS (1) and the DSRC (3) field locations and the TOC at the Highspire facility. The communications system will utilize a 4G LTE capable wireless WAN (WWAN) router for network connectivity to transfer the control and status data between the TFDS location and the Commission’s TOC in Highspire. The WWAN router and antennas along with other materials will be provided by the Commission. The Contractor shall provide all other equipment, fittings, Ethernet switch, serial to Ethernet converter, surge protection devices (SPD), power supplies, cables and ancillary items as indicated and as required to make complete and functional communication systems.

Install, integrate and test the communication system at the locations noted in this contract, to the approval of the Commission. No additional payments will be made for the communication system.

A. Applicable Standards, Codes and Publications – Perform all work in accordance with the latest codes,

standards and specifications listed below and all local codes.

1. National Electrical Code (NEC), Latest Edition 2. Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) 3. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) 4. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

B. WWAN Communications Equipment (Provided by the Commission) – The Commission will provide the

equipment listed below for installation by the Contractor. Coordinate the delivery and testing of the WWAN equipment with Mr. Mike Metz at 717-831-7410.

The Commission will provide the following for each location:



A. A pre-configured WWAN router B. Antennas C. RF surge protection devices D. RF connection cables E. Ethernet cable F. IP address, subnet mast, and default gateway for the TFDS G. An installation checklist

The specific equipment that the Commission will supply is as follows:

Manufacturer Model Description Quantity

Cisco CGR1240/K9 Cisco 1000 Series Connected Grid Router 4

Laird Technologies

TRA6927M3PWN-001 (or equivalent) 4G/3G multiband antennas 8

Polyphaser TSX-NFM (or equivalent) RF Surge Protector 8

Polyphaser BFN bulkhead adaptor (or equivalent)

BFN bulkhead adaptor (or equivalent) 8

Belden

RF-200

48” long LMR-200 (or equivalent) cable with N- male connector and TNC male connector

8

Belden (or Equivalent)

Outdoor CAT6 Straight Through RJ-45 Cable (3-

feet)

4

AC Power Supply

AC Power Supply for the CGR1240/K9 4

Construction – Coordinate with the Commission and install the cellular communications equipment provided by the Commission in the proposed ITS cabinet or existing CCTV cabinet, as denoted on the plans. Provide a shelf for router mounting and antenna layout space. Mount the antenna to the top portion of the cabinet to create a weather proof seal. Provide the necessary labor, supplies and material to provide 120 VAC power to the WWAN router’s DC power supply and to ground the WWAN router and RF surge protectors to grounding system and perform all other work necessary to make the communications system operational. When both the TFDS and the DSRC cellular communication equipment are installed and operational, provide support for complete testing of the communications system as part of system testing. Provide antenna location in shop drawing submittal. Utilize 100% silicone sealant on both interior and exterior of cabinet to ensure waterproofing. Mount Cisco equipment on shelf.

FIBER OPTIC AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

Description – This work is associated with all locations, except the Beaver Valley Interchange, as applicable, and includes furnishing equipment, coordinating, installing, integrating, and testing complete communication systems for network connectivity to transfer the control and status data between the TFDS/DSRC location and the Commission’s TOC in Highspire. This includes all work at the ITS cabinet in the field, and all work at Commission interchange facilities. Perform all work in accordance with Sections 910 and 1101, as applicable and as indicated.



Provide all required materials and equipment, in order to install, integrate and test the communication system, with the exception of the Commission provided materials listed in this special provision, at the locations noted in this contract, to the approval of the Commission. No additional payments will be made for the communication system.

Applicable Standards, Codes and Publications – Perform all work in accordance with the latest codes, standards and specifications listed below and all local codes.

• National Electrical Code (NEC), Latest Edition • Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) • Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

Material – Section 910.2 as applicable and as follows:

The Contractor shall provide all equipment, fittings, patch panels, surge protection devices (SPD), power supplies, cables and ancillary items as indicated and as required to make complete and functional communication systems.

To minimize long term maintenance issues and to provide interchangeability of systems across the Commission’s facilities, the following specific items of equipment will be provided by the contractor.

Manufacture Model Description

Belden 7927A Cat6+ Cable (Outdoor Use) Belden 2413 Cat6+ Cable (Indoor Use)

COMNET CNGE5MS with SFP-6 Ethernet Switch

COMNET CNFE2MC with SFP-10A & SFP-10B Media Converter (100Mbps)

Multilink 10-1817 (or equivalent)

Cat6 12 Port Patch Panel (Outdoor Rated)

EnableIT 824WP Outdoor PoE Extender PHIHong POE61W-560D Outdoor PoE Injector

Polyphaser CPX GbE/PoE Module (or equivalent) Ethernet Surge Protector

Polyphaser IX-1M1DC24 / TSP-9002 (or equivalent) RS-232/RS-422 Surge Protection

Any in Bull. 15 NEMA Type 3R Sized appropriate for devices

Construction – Coordinate closely with the Representative and the Commission’s IT staff to establish schedules and work interfaces

Protect all entering cables with surge arrestors and lightning protection.

Coordinate with the controller cabinet supplier, the Commission, and the contractor vendors and the equipment in the cabinet. Provide shelf(s) as required for equipment mounting. Provide the necessary labor, supplies and materials to provide power, grounding, and surge protectors to ground system and perform all other work necessary to make the communications system operational. When both the



TFDS/DSRC and the communication equipment are installed and operational, provide support for complete testing of the communications system as part of system testing.

Seal all openings for wire and other penetrations with a 100% silicone sealant on both interior and exterior of cabinet. Test and verify that penetrations are waterproof. Protect all entering wiring from abrasion and mechanical damage.

FIBER OPTIC CABLE, SINGLE MODE

Description – This work consists of furnishing and installing fiber optic cables of the types indicated. This cable will be the transmission medium for video and data signals between field equipment and nodes indicated on the plans.

Material –

A. General. Certify the manufacturer meets the following requirements and submit proof to the Representative.

1. ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified manufacturer 2. TL 9000 registered quality management system

B. Outside Plant Cable (OSP). Provide fiber optic cable meeting the following general requirements:

1. Cable shall contain a minimum of 6 fibers. 2. Meet the requirements of RUS 7CFR1755.900, ANSI/ICEA S-87-640-1999, and Telcordia GR-20-

Core. 3. All dielectric loose tube buffer design. 4. Incorporates a water swellable tape. 5. Provide fiber optic cable meeting the following optical requirements:

a. Single mode b. Meet the requirements of ITU-T G.652.D low water peak standard

6. Maximum attenuations shall be as follows:

a. at 1310 nm: 0.4 dB/km b. at 1550nm: 0.3 dB/km

7. Attenuation shall be uniform with no discontinuities greater than 0.1 dB. The attenuation at 1383±3 nm

shall not exceed 0.4 dB/km.

8. IEEE 802.3z performance: The fiber shall support laser-based Gigabit Ethernet operation in the 100Base-LX(1300 nm) operating window at 5000 m.

9. The Mode-field diameter shall be as follows:

a. at 1310 nm: 9.30 +/- 50 nm b. at 1550 nm: 10.50 +/- 1.00 nm c. Cutoff wavelength: less than or equal to 1260 nm d. Polarization mode dispersion: less than or equal to 0.5 ps/√km



e. Chromatic Dispersion: less than or equal to 3.3 ps/(nm.km) for 1285 nm through 1330 nm and less than or equal to 18 ps/(nm.km) at 1550 nm.

f. Macrobend attenuation: The attenuation due to 100 turns of fiber around a 75±2 mm diameter mandrel shall not exceed 0.05 dB at 1310 nm and 0.10 db at 1550 nm.

10. All fibers within a cable shall be from the same manufacturer and shall contain no factory splices.

Fibers shall be from Corning with the following: a. Typical core diameter: 8.3 mm b. Cladding diameter: 125.0 +/- 1.0 mm c. Core-to-cladding offset: less than or equal to 0.8 mm. d. Cladding non-circularity: less than or equal to 1.0 %

11. Each fiber shall have a dual layered, UV acrylate coating applied to it by the manufacturer. The

coating shall be mechanically strippable without damaging the fiber. The coating diameter shall be 245 +/- 10 mm.

12. Each fiber shall have a color coating applied to it by the manufacturer. The coating shall not affect the

optical characteristics of each fiber. The color coding shall be in accordance with EIA/TIA-598-A. The colored fiber nominal diameter shall be 250 mm.

13. The central strength member shall consist of a dielectric, glass-reinforced plastic rod.

14. All fibers shall be enclosed in a non-conductive loose buffer tube. For fiber cables containing less

than thirty-six (36) fibers, a maximum of six (6) fibers shall be placed in each buffer tube. For cables of thirty-six (36) or more fibers, a maximum of twelve (12) fibers shall be placed in each buffer tube. The fiber shall not adhere to the inside of the buffer tube. Each buffer tube containing fibers shall be color coded in accordance with EIA/TIA 598-A. In buffer tubes containing multiple fibers, the colors shall be stable during temperature cycling and not be subject to fading or smearing onto each other or into the gel filling material. Colors shall not cause fibers to stick together. Buffer tubes shall be of dual layer construction.

15. The buffer tubes shall be filled with a non-hygroscopic gel to prevent water and moisture penetration.

The gel shall contain anti-oxidant additives, and the gel shall be readily removable with conventional solvents. The gel shall be non-toxic and dermatologically safe to exposed skin. It shall be chemically and mechanically compatible with all cable components, non-nutritive to fungus and electrically non- conductive.

16. Filler rods shall be used to fill all unused buffer tubes, or shall be used instead of unused buffer tubes.

The filler rod shall be solid polyethylene material and shall be natural in color. The filler rods shall maintain the concentricity of the cable cross section where required.

17. Buffer tubes shall be stranded around the central strength member using the reverse oscillation, or “S-

Z”, stranding process. Water swellable yarns shall be applied longitudinally along the central strength member during stranding.

18. Two polyester yarn binders shall be applied contra-helically with sufficient tension to secure each

buffer tube layer to the dielectric central member without crushing the buffer tubes. The binders shall be non-hygroscopic, non-wicking, and dielectric with low shrinkage.



19. A water swellable tape shall be applied longitudinally around the outside of the stranded tubes/fillers. The water swellable tape shall be non-nutritive to fungus, electrically non-conductive, free from dirt and foreign matter and homogenous.

20. A ripcord shall be placed under the sheath for easy sheath removal. The ripcord color shall be orange.

21. Tensile strength shall be provided by the central member and dielectric yarns which shall be helically

stranded evenly around the cable core. 22. The cable shall be sheathed with medium density polyethylene (MDPE) with a minimum nominal

jacket thickness of 1.4 mm. The jacketing material shall be applied directly over the tensile strength members and water swellable tape. The polyethylene shall contain carbon black for ultraviolet protection and shall not promote the growth of fungus. The MDPE jacket material shall be defined by ASTM D1248, Type II, Class C and Grades J4, E7 and E8. The jacket shall be free of holes, splits and blisters, of uniform thickness and contain no metal elements. The jacket shall be marked in white with the following information:

a. Manufacturer’s name and part number followed by “OPTICAL CABLE – xx F” (where xx is the

number of fibers in the cable). b. Sequential foot markings with the actual length within –0/+1% of the length marking. c. Month and year of manufacture. d. A telephone handset symbol as required by Section 350G of the NESC. e. If a reprint of the marking is necessary, the re-print shall be in yellow.

23. The cable shall be rated for a maximum tensile loading of 600 lbs. during installation and 200 lbs. long

term installed. 24. The cable shall be capable of withstanding a minimum bending radius of 10 times its outer diameter

during operation and 15 times its outer diameter during installation without changing the characteristics of the optical fiber. The temperature rating of the cable shall be as follows: a. Shipping, storage and operating: -40 degree F to +158 degree F b. Installation: -22 degree F to +158 degree F

25. The cable manufacturer shall certify that each reel of cable that is furnished meets or exceeds the

following test requirements as defined in the EIA/TIA-455A Fiber Optic Test Procedures (FOTP): a. Fluid Penetration: When tested in accordance with FOTP-82, a one meter length of unaged fiber

optic cable shall withstand a one meter static head or equivalent continuous pressure of water for one hour without leakage through the open cable end.

b. Filling Compound Flow: When tested in accordance with FOTP-81, the cable shall exhibit no flow (drip or leak) of filling or flooding compound at 158 degree F.

c. Compressive Load: When tested in accordance with FOTP-41, the cable shall withstand a minimum compressive load of 125 lbf/in applied uniformly over the length of the sample. The load shall be maintained for a period of 1 minute. The load shall then be decreased to 63 lbf/in. Alternatively it is acceptable to remove the 125 lbf/in load entirely and apply the 63 lbf/in load within five minutes at a rate of 0.1 in per minute. Attenuation measurements shall be performed before release of the 63 lbf/in load. The change in attenuation shall not exceed 0.15 dB during loading at 1550 mm.



d. Cable Flex: When tested in accordance with FOTP-104, the cable shall withstand 25 mechanical flexing cycles at a rate of 30±1 cycles per minute with a sheath diameter not greater than 20 times the cable diameter. The fibers shall not experience an attenuation change greater than 0.1 dB at 1550 nm. The cable jacket shall exhibit no cracking or splitting when observed under five times magnification.

e. Temperature cycling: When tested in accordance with FOTP-3, the change in attenuation at extreme operational temperatures (-40F to +158F) shall not exceed 0.2 dB/km at 1550 nm.

f. Tensile load: When tested in accordance with FOTP-33, using a maximum mandrel and sheave diameter of 560 mm, the cable shall withstand a rated tensile load of 607 lbf and residual load of 30% of the rated installation load. The axial fiber strain shall be less than or equal to 60% of the fiber proof level after completion of 60 minute conditioning and while the cable is under the rated installation load. The axial fiber strain shall be less than or equal to 20% of the fiber proof level after completion of 10 minute conditioning and while the cable is under residual load. The change in attenuation at residual load and after load removal shall not exceed 0.15 dB at 1550 nm.

g. Low or high temperature bending: When tested in accordance with FOTP-37, the cable shall withstand four full turns around a mandrel of less than or equal to 10 times its diameter after conditioning four hours at test temperatures of -22 degree F and +140 degree F. Neither the inner or outer surface of the jacket shall exhibit visible cracks, splits, tears or other openings. Optical continuity shall be maintained throughout the test.

h. Cable twist: When tested in accordance with FOTP-85, a length of cable no longer than 2 meters shall withstand 10 cycles of mechanical twisting. The change in attenuation shall not exceed 0.15 dB at 1550 nm.

26. All optical fibers shall be 100% attenuation tested at the factory and the attenuation of each fiber shall

be provided with each reel.

27. The cable shall be delivered on reels without splices. Ten feet of each end of the cable shall be accessible for testing at the Contractor’s facility prior to installation. Both ends of the cable shall be sealed to prevent moisture ingress.

28. A durable weatherproof tag or label on each reel shall contain the following information:

a. Manufacturer’s name b. Cable Type c. Length of cable contained on the reel in feet d. Contractor’s name e. The Commission’s contract number f. Reel number

29. Attached to each reel in a weatherproof envelope shall be a shipping record. The shipping record shall

contain the following in addition to the above information: a. Date of manufacture b. Date cable tested c. Cable characteristics (size, attenuation of each fiber) d. Cable reel identification number

C. Splice Enclosures. Provide splice enclosures that meet the following requirements:



1. Rigid non-filled case.

2. Case molded out of flame retardant polyester/polycarbonate steel

3. Maximum dimensions consistent with pullbox size and minimum cable bend radius requirements.

4. Re-enterable without the use of special tools.

5. Accommodates a minimum of four 48-fiber cables.

6. Holds splice trays specified for fusion splices.

7. The enclosure shall have the capability of holding trays from various manufacturers and have the capacity to accommodate the sufficient trays for a minimum of 96 splices.

8. Provides for management of unopened buffer tubes and un-spliced fibers.

9. All hardware corrosion resistant aluminum or stainless steel.

10. Fiber bend radius controlled to a minimum of 1.5 inches.

11. Strain relief provided around the cable jacket and internal cable strength members.

12. Cable gripping and sealing hardware shall not cause an increase in fiber attenuation in excess of 0.05

dB.

13. Temperature rated -40 degree F to +158 degree F.

D. The splice trays furnished with the enclosure shall meet the following requirements:

1. Compatible with the fusion splices specified herein.

2. Accommodate loose buffer tubes and tight buffered cable. No cable ties are to be used. The loose buffer tubes shall be secured with a tube guide or channel snap.

3. Slack fiber within the tray shall be placed in an oval shape along the inside wall of the tray.

4. The tray shall accommodate both 250 μm and 900 μm fiber.

5. The trays shall be stackable within the enclosure.

Quality Assurance - Prior to installation, the Contractor shall perform a splice immersion test at their facility on the splice enclosure proposed for installation. Three samples of each type of configuration proposed for installation in the network shall be tested. Each sample shall be immersed in water under a head of ten feet for a period of one week. The ends of the cables installed into the enclosure shall either be sealed so as to prevent water penetration or installed such that they are above the top of the water head. After seven days, each of the samples shall be removed and examined for water ingress. Any visible dampness shall be cause for rejection. Rejection shall require that the test be repeated for three samples



of the configuration that failed. If the Contractor elects to substitute a different model, the test shall be repeated for three samples of each of the configurations.

E. Connectors. Provide Connectors that meet the following requirements:

1. Type LC for fiber connections to new equipment. The Contractor shall field verify the type to be

used for fiber connections to existing equipment.

2. Telcordia GR-326 Issue 3 compliant and as specified under these requirements, whichever requirement is more stringent shall apply.

3. Uses ceramic ferrules.

4. Fiber secured within the ferrule with epoxy, in accordance with the requirements of the connector or

epoxy manufacturer.

5. A strain relief mechanism shall be provided for coupling the connector to the fiber’s aramid strength member.

6. Operating temperature: -40 degree F to +158 degree F

7. Insertion loss: <0.25 dB typical individual loss, 0.4 dB maximum when measured in accordance with

FOTP-171.

8. Return loss: <-55 dB when measured in accordance with FOTP-107.

F. Cable Tags. Provide cable tags of weather resistant, non-ferrous metal, nylon or other non-conducting material. Provide tags not less than 0.75 inches in diameter, and not less than 0.03125 inches thick. Permanently mark each tag with identification information, legibly stamped on metal tags or legibly lettered with permanent ink on the nylon tags. Unless otherwise approved by the Representative, cable tags must read "Turnpike Fiber Optic Cable". The Representative must approve the method of labeling.

G. Fiber Patch Panel. Provide fiber patch panels that are compatible with the fiber optic cable being terminated and color coded to match the optical fiber color scheme. Coil and protect a maintenance loop of at least 5 ft. of buffer tube inside the rack mount enclosure, patch panel, or splice tray. Allow for future splices in the event of a damaged splice or pigtail.

H. Jumpers. Provide fiber optic jumper cables to cross connect the fiber patch panel to the fiber optic

transmission equipment as shown on the plans or as indicated. Match the core size, type, and attenuation from the cable to the simplex jumper. Use yellow jumper and provide strain relief on the connectors. Provide fiber with a 900 micron polymer buffer, Kevlar strength member, and a PVC jacket with a maximum outer jacket of 2.4 mm in diameter.

Provide 5 ft. long jumpers, unless otherwise shown on the plans. On the patch end of each jumper, provide an LC connector. On the opposite end of the jumper, provide a connector that is suitable to be connected to the fiber optic transmission equipment selected. When providing jumpers for existing equipment, provide connectors suitable to be connected to patch panels and fiber optic transmission in use. All jumpers must have factory terminated connectors. Field terminations of connectors is prohibited.



Construction – Sections 910.3(a) and 910.3(h) paragraphs one, three, four and five as indicated, and as described below.

A. Pre-installation Requirements. The Contractor is entirely responsible for the fiber optic cable security and

adherence to these specifications, from its manufacturer to the time the network is accepted. Prior to installation of the cable plant, provide to the Representative for approval, a Cable Plant Installation Plan and proof of appropriate training and experience for personnel who will be installing the fiber.

B. Cable Plant Installation Plan. Provide a Cable Plant Installation Submission including:

1. Shop drawings and catalog cuts for all cable, connectors, splice equipment, splice enclosures,

patch cable, optical fiber patch panel, and installation and test equipment.

2. Shop drawings and catalog cuts detailing method of attaching fiber optic cable to walls as shown in the Plans.

3. Manufacturer’s recommended cable installation techniques such that the optical and mechanical

characteristics of the cable are not degraded at the time of installation. The proposed recommendations shall include the following: a) Cable manufacturer’s approved pulling lubricants for use on the cable and method of

installation. No other lubricant will be permitted. b) Installation set-up includes size and type of rollers, feeder guides, tension gauge make and

model number, attachment of pulling jig to jacket and direction of pull. c) Maximum pulling tensions and corresponding method of attachment of pulling grip to the

cable. d) Slack of 50 feet of cable to be left in pull boxes and enclosures containing splices required

for splicing and splice enclosure preparation. e) Minimum bending radii, which shall specify a radius both for the installation and for the

long term installation. f) Method to pull multiple cables including a mixture of power and fiber, as recommended by

the fiber cable manufacturer. g) Method to seal cable ends to prevent water ingress until the cable is terminated h) Splice material manufacturer’s recommended procedures for installation of the splices. i) Expected attenuation between termination points of all fibers including losses resulting

from splices and connectors.

Do not install fiber optic cable until all of the items listed above have been submitted and approved by the Representative.

C. Experience Requirements. Provide proof of the experience requirements defined below, including

resumes listing each person’s name, address, telephone number, proof of appropriate training and projects worked on and the names of references who can be contacted regarding the installed optical fiber systems. Document for all personnel involved in the installation, splicing and testing of the optical fiber cable:

1. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the installation of optical fiber cable including

fusion splicing, terminating and testing of single mode fiber.



2. Installed a minimum of five (5) systems where the optical fiber cable has been installed outdoors in conduit and where the systems have been in continuous operation for at least two years.

3. Personnel involved in specific tasks shall be certified to meet the following requirements:

a. Trained and certified in optical fiber splicing procedures by the manufacturer of the fiber optic splice material/equipment.

b. Trained and certified in optical fiber cable installation and handling procedures by the manufacturer of the optical fiber cable used.

c. Trained and certified by the manufacturer of the optic fiber test equipment used in performing the test.

D. Pre-installation Verification Test: The fiber optic cable shall be tested at the site storage area prior to

installation. Each optical fiber in the cable shall be tested from one end with an OTDR compatible with wavelength and fiber type. Testing shall check for continuity, length, anomalies, and approximate attenuation. Each measurement shall be recorded with color, location and type of fiber. In the event that a meaningful measurement cannot be made from one end, it shall be performed from the opposite end of that fiber.

E. Installation. Pull fiber optic cable into existing conduit, existing cable trays, and new conduit or ducts

installed under this project. Do not degrade the optical and mechanical characteristics of the fiber during installation. Install the cable such that neither the minimum bend radius nor the maximum tension is violated, both during and after installation. Unless otherwise approved by the Representative, the equipment used and the procedures followed are as specified in the latest edition of Corning Cable Systems Recommended Procedure SRP-005-011. Do not proceed without the Representative being present, unless otherwise directed.

Do not pull cable through any intermediate junction box, pull box, or any other opening in the conduit, unless specifically approved by the Representative. Pull the necessary length of cable to be installed from junction box or cabinet to the immediate next downstream junction box or cabinet. Carefully store the remaining length of cable to be installed in the next conduit in a manner that allows that length of cable to be safely pulled into the next. Install cable entering a junction box or cabinet directly from the cable reel storage stack, and pull directly out of the immediate downstream pull box or cabinet.

Cable Installation Verification Test: After installing each cable section, but prior to splicing or termination, perform the following tests:

Using an OTDR, test each fiber in the link at 1310 nm and 1550 nm for fiber attenuation, continuity, length and anomalies. This test shall be performed from both ends. Each fiber shall meet the following criteria:

1 Attenuation: Not to exceed 0.4 dB/km at 1310 nm and 0.3 dB/km at 1550nm 2 Anomalies: No event shall exceed 0.3 dB.

Using an optical source and power meter, measure the attenuation from both ends. The measured attenuation shall meet the requirements defined for the attenuation using the OTDR.

If the above criteria are not met, the Contractor shall replace the entire section of cable.

F. Splicing: Provide all required equipment and consumable supplies. Do not splice between termination

points.



Make fusion splices, incidental to the cost of cable, wherever the cable is subject to transition to individual fibers or wherever two individual fibers are spliced. Splice all optical fibers, including spares, to provide continuous runs. Do not provide a full splice of the fiber optic cable, i.e., all fibers within the cable being spliced, more frequently than once every 5,000 feet. Store 60 feet of slack cable at each splice location, 30 feet on either side of the splice.

For connection of the fiber optic cable to fiber optic distribution panel or splicing to other cables, cut only those fibers needed for the connection or splice. Use splice trays to hold the spliced and un-spliced fibers, with each fiber neatly secured to the tray. Contain all buffer tubes entirely within the splice tray, with no tubes being exposed.

Package each spliced fiber in a protective sleeve or housing. Completely re-coat bare fibers with a protective, room-temperature vulcanizing (RTV) coating, gel or similar substance as recommended by the cable manufacturer, prior to application of the sleeve or housing, so as to protect the fiber from scoring, dirt, or microbending.

G. Termination: Where optical fibers are to be connected to terminal equipment, provide matching

connectors with factory-installed fiber pigtails of sufficient length, plus five feet of slack, and splice them to the corresponding optical fibers. Do not field install connectors. Provide fiber optic pigtails buffered and strengthened with aramid to reduce the possibility of accidental damage to the fiber or connection. Properly protect unused optical fibers with sealed end caps. Provide connectors meeting the requirements herein.

H. Replacement: If the above-specified cable, splice, and termination criteria are not met, replace the entire

section of cable. I. Identification: Install cable tags, incidental to the cost of cable, at each junction box, controller cabinet,

and splice cabinet. Affix tags to the cable using bands at least 0.5 inches wide to avoid crushing the buffer tubes and optical fibers in the cable. Nylon or plastic cable ties are not permitted. The Representative must approve the method of attachment.

J. Optical Fiber Cable Plant Installation Verification Test: Perform this test after the complete optical fiber

cable plant has been installed for the facility for each link and all patch chords specified in the plans to provide a continuous link have been installed.

Using an OTDR, test each fiber in the link at 1310 nm and 1550 nm for fiber attenuation, continuity, length and anomalies. Perform the test from both ends. Each fiber shall meet the following criteria:

1. Attenuation: Not to exceed 0.4 dB/km at 1310 nm and 0.3 dB/km at 1550nm + 0.1

dB/splice + 0.5 dB/connector for links. 2. Remake any splice with a loss exceeding 0.2 dB until its loss falls below 0.2 dB.

Record each attempt for purposes of acceptance. 3. Anomalies: No event shall exceed 0.3 dB. 4. Using an optical source and power meter, measure the attenuation from both ends. The

measured attenuation shall meet the requirements defined for the attenuation using the OTDR.



Successful completions of the above tests are the basis for acceptance. If the above criteria are not met, isolate the problem and replace the splice, section of cable or factory connectorized section of cable that causes the fiber not to meet the acceptance criteria.

K. Test Documentation: Prepare a form or table for documenting splices, and submit this form or table for

approval by the Representative. Use this form or table to record splice loss associated with each splice. Record all splice losses in tabular form and submit to the Representative for approval. Submit chart recordings of the "signature" with the splice data with a record of all OTDR settings and the OTDR locations written on the trace. The Representative must witness all splice loss measurements. Submit the form to the Representative within five days of the splice being made. Also submit the test results in electronic format that may be displayed on a PC operating under the Microsoft Windows 2000 or XP operating system. Provide any “viewer” software application required for the Representative to review the information.

RETROFIT CONDUIT INTO EXISTING JUNCTION BOX

Description -This work is retrofitting new conduit into existing Junction Boxes located in unpaved areas at the locations indicated on the plans. This work also includes restoring the disturbed areas after the conduit retrofit into the Junction Box.

Material - Conduit and Fittings - Section 910.2(a). Fittings and, as required, new conduit are to be provided to match the properties and characteristics of existing conduits. Provide conduit fittings and bonding agents to connect existing conduits to proposed conduits per manufacturer’s recommendations.

Construction - Coordinate conduit retrofitting into existing Junction Boxes with the Representative. Conduit retrofit is to be completed in accordance with materials and methods shown on the Plans, specified herein, and the ITS-1200 Standard Drawings.

Observe minimum conduit bending radius, per manufacturer’s recommendations, to ensure that conduits are not damaged during installation and that proposed/future cables can be installed easily.

Carefully excavate area in the vicinity of the existing junction box. Exercise care to ensure existing junction box and conduits are not damaged during excavation operations. Retrofit proposed conduit into junction box. As required and based on field conditions, provide conduit and fittings to retrofit existing conduit into Junction Box. Backfill area surrounding Junction Box and restore area to match existing field conditions.

DEDICATED SHORT RANGE COMMUNICATIONS (DSRC) RADIO – ROAD-SIDE UNIT

Description - This work involves the coordination , installation and testing of the field equipment required for a complete and functional Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) Radio assembly. The radio will utilize the 5.9GHz band capable of and flexible enough to integrate with various mobility, safety, and data applications within the Pennsylvania Turnpike System and PennDOT. The DSRC Radio (Roadside Unit and Antennas) will be provided by the Commission.

Material – The Commission will provide the equipment listed below for installation by the Contractor. Coordinate the delivery and testing of the equipment with Mr. Mike Metz at 717-831-7410.



In general, the Commission will provide the following:

A. A pre-configured Road Side Unit (RSU)

B. Antenna(s)

The specific equipment that the Commission will supply is as follow:

A. CohdaWireless MK5 RSU (3)

B. GNSS antenna (Quantity 1)

1. Taoglas Shockwave P/N TLS.40.1F11

C. 5.9 GHz Omni Antenna (Quantity 3)

1. MobileMark P/N ECO6-5500 or equivalent

D. 0-6 GHz Lightning Surge Protection (Quantity 3)

1. L-COM P/N: AL6-NFNFBW-9 or equivalent

The Contractor shall provide all other equipment, fittings, cables and ancillary items as indicated and as required to make complete and functional communication systems.

Coordinate with the Commissions IT representative, Mr. Mike Metz at 717-831-7410 to apply for or obtain any required FCC license(s) or registration for the DSRC Radio unit.

Attend all testing of the DSRC Radio units, including equipment and software needed to perform the testing. Transfer all necessary equipment and software to PTC’s ownership after testing is complete and the project has come to completion. Perform testing per the US Department of Transportation’s current version of “DSRC Roadside Unit Specifications” and OmniAir certifications. Additionally, perform testing per the manufacturer’srecommendations.

Follow the Commissions testing plan to verify that the DSRC Radio unit meets the operational availability requirements of 99.9%. Use vehicle probes and provide statistically significant results in the testing plan.

Construction – Install the DSRC RSU and antenna in accordance with the contract plans and with all requirements of the manufacturer, all applicable codes, regulations, standards, and specified herein.

A. Installation Requirements.

1. Powering the Roadside Unit (RSU) The PoE splitter, internal to the RSU, shall be configured to connect to a PoE (802.3af) Mode A/B Power Supply Equipment (PSE), supplying 48V DC or 110VAC over the Ethernet interface. If the installation site does not support 802.3af, then an additional PoE Injector taking DC input and supplying 48V DC 802.3af Mode A/B output will be required to power the unit. The maximum distance between the PSE and the Powered Device (PD), and the RSU, shall be 328 feet. Power consumption for the RSU shall not exceed 24 Watts.



2. RSU Antenna Connections. The RSU requires an Omni-directional antenna connected to each DSRC radio and a Global Positioning System (GPS) Antenna connected to the GNSS interface. All Radio Frequency(RF) connectors and lightning surge arresters shall be weatherproofed with self-fusing rubber tape.

3. Lightning Surge Arresters. The DSRC radios and GNSS receiver on the RSU will be protected by attaching Lightning Surge Arresters. They must be connected directly to the RSU Antenna 1, Antenna 2 and GNSS interfaces. All lightning surge arresters shall be connected to a common earthing/grounding point. An earth grounding wire must be attached to the body of each lightning surge arrester. The earth grounding wires should be connected to the same common earth ground point used by the RSU.

An optional Lightning Surge Arrester can be connected in-line with each DSRC radio. An earth grounding wire must be attached to the body of each lightning surge arrester. The earth grounding wires are connected to the same common earth ground point used by the RSU.

4. Pole Mounting. The RSU will have a flat surface, with equally spaced mounting holes that is capable of accepting a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket should be attached to facilitate mounting to a vertical or horizontal pole. Adjustable stainless steel straps can be threaded through slots in the mounting bracket to fasten the mounting bracket to the pole. When attaching an RSU to a horizontal pole, the minimum recommended separation between the pole and the Antenna closest to the pole is 6.56 feet. For vertical mounting of an RSU, the mounting height of the RSU unit varies based on roadway topology and the optimal line of sight.

DEDICATED SHORT RANGE COMMUNICATIONS (DSRC) RADIO – ON-BOARD UNIT (OBU)

Description - This work involves coordinating and testing of the DSRC Onboard Unit (OBU) for a complete and functional Dedicated Short Range Communication (DSRC) Radio assembly. The OBU will utilize the 5.9GHz band capable of and flexible enough to integrate with various mobility, safety, and data applications within the Pennsylvania Turnpike System and PennDOT.

Material – The Commission will provide the OBUs installed in a Commission vehicle for testing. Coordinate the delivery and testing of the equipment with Mr. Mike Metz at 717-831-7410.

The Commission will provide the following:

A. (2) Cohda WirelessMK5 OBUs

SOLAR POWER AND BATTERY BACKUP SYSTEM

Description - This work shall consist of designing, furnishing, installing, calibrating, and testing a solar power and battery back-up System. The system shall be mounted on a new 50-foot pole (not included in this item). The solar power and battery back-up system shall provide enough power to the site for 5-days of autonomy during the months of December - February. The main components of the system are as follows:



Pole mounted solar powered assembly shall consist of:

A. Solar Panels

B. Solar Controller (Morningstar TriStar MPPT-60 or equivalent)

C. Batteries (Deep cell gel with a minimum of 100 AHr rating)

D. Cabinet/Enclosure to house batteries and electronics

E. Mounting Brackets and Framing

F. Conduit and Cable to connect the panels and batteries to the equipment to be powered.

All work will require close coordination with the Representative. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

A. Pre-installation meeting with Representative B. Locating the pole mounted solar powered assembly

Materials - The Contractor shall confirm the below equipment to meet the above design criteria and furnish components for each solar powered assembly in accordance with the plan details and as specified herein.

Solar Powered Assembly (as noted below or equivalent):

A. All components shall be rated for a hardened operating temperature environment. B. The minimum operating temperature range shall be -4 degrees Fahrenheit (-20° C) to +140 degrees

Fahrenheit (+60 C) C. The solar powered shall consist of a minimum of:

1. Two (3) 120 watt solar panels and associated mounting system 2. Three (3) 12 volt batteries 3. Solar controller (Morningstar TriStar MPPT-60) 4. 12V DC Surge Protection (Atlantic Scientific Zone Barrier 24575) 5. All necessary panels, brackets, battery cables, wiring, terminal blocks, and circuit breakers required

for a complete and operational system.

Electrical Design Criteria (as noted below or equivalent): A. Each solar panel shall meet or exceed the following requirements:

1. Surface area for an 80 Watt or 120 Watt solr panel B. Individual Battery Voltage: 12V Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) style

1. Each Battery to be minimum 100 Amp hour (Ahr) rated based on 20hr rate @ 77 degrees Fahrenheit (+25° C)

C. Provide conduit between the Solar and the pole. All cable to be routed through the pole. D. Tilt Range: 15-65 degrees E. Terminal Blocks F. Ground Bar G. DIN Rail

The following equipment shall be placed in the enclosure along with associated components, cables, hardware and electronics for a fully functioning system deployment:



A. Sensor Surge Suppressor B. RS-232/RS-485 to Ethernet Converter C. Multi-Conductor Cable to equipment

Electrical design shall meet applicable International Building Construction (IBC) requirements and National Electric Code (NEC) standards.

Solar Power System Cabinet/Enclosure The Proposer shall provide and ITS cabinet to accommodate the batteries, breakers and solar charge controller and all other equipment, as necessary at no additional cost. The cabinet shall include shelving as necessary to house the batteries and any other pieces of electronics in the enclosure. Battery terminals must have adequate clearance to avoid incidental contact with other metallic surfaces/components within the cabinet.

Batteries Batteries shall be fully charged and tested by the manufacturer. Prior to their installation with the solar power , battery test results shall be submitted to the Representative for approval. After the solar power installation is completed, but before the any equipment is powered from the system, the batteries shall be fully charged for 48 hours.

Solar Panel Mounting A rack-mounted system for fixed mount pole top attachment of solar panels with ability to tilt at least within +/- 10 degrees of Latitude to accommodate two (2) solar panels of the dimensions of the solar panels provided by the Proposer for the solar power .

Grounding System The Solar Powered ground shall be connected to the equipment ground system along with the external Master Ground Bus connections. All associated material and labor associated with connecting the Solar Powered to the external enclosure ground system and connection made internally to the equipment assembly is included.

Prior to construction, the Contractor shall submit to the Representative for review and approval the Solar Power and Battery Back-up System design along with the pole and foundation design to demonstrate adherence to the 5-days of autonomy as well as structural and foundation compliance.

Construction - The Proposer shall closely coordinate with the Representative.

A. The Proposer shall install the ITS cabinet, solar panels, and associated cables and wiring at the location necessary to provide a working system as approved by the Representative.

B. The solar panels shall be mounted in an orientation open 171 degrees from magnetic North and tilted 34

degrees, then optimized to achieve maximum possible solar exposure. The Proposer must submit the orientation and tilt to the Representative for approval. The Proposer shall document the orientation and tilt in the as-built record drawings.

C. A ground rod shall be installed with a bare #2 AWG ground cable installed from the master ground bus

and cadwelded to each ground rod.



D. The components shall be installed in the solar cabinet in accordance with approved Proposer detail drawings. Once all equipment is installed at the solar power , the battery system must be fully charged before the equipment is connected. The Proposer shall submit documentation to the Representative of the initial solar package turn-on time and the time in which the equipment is connected. Once the batteries are fully charged, the component subsystem testing will be performed as described herein and per the manufacturer’s recommendations. The Proposer will complete the installation of the power cables from the solar to the equipment. The solar package shall be completed in time to allow testing of the other equipment.

TFDS CENTRAL SOFTWARE

Description – This work involves the procurement, installation and integration of a central software (provided by the TFDS vendor) to either be housed at one of the Commissions Highspire facilities or securely web-hosted (accessible by Commission staff) that has, at a minimum, the following capabilities:

A. Access to software via username/password.

1. Integrate the Commissions existing username/password files.

B. Access to Field Devices (TFDS)

1. Communicating with each of the TFDS microwave unit via the Commissions wide area network

(WAN) in a wireless or hardwired mode.

a. IP configurable TFDS

b. Uniquely identify each location, direction and lane.

C. Data

1. Automatically “push” or “pull” raw data (volume, speed and 3-types of vehicle classification) from

each of the TFDS units.

a. Provide raw 15-minute, 1-hour or 24-hour aggregated data in 150-minute increments.

b. Identify data gaps and alert the Commission.

2. Utilize a FTP server/client protocol

3. Export data in either a XML or common delineated text file format

D. Data Integration

1. Ability to integrate data into the Commissions Integrated Toll Management System (ITMS) system

via XML or common delineated text file format TFDS.

E. Alerts

1. Provide Commission personnel with the following alerts:

a. Loss of communications

b. Data loss

F. Reports

1. 1-hour and 24-hour aggregated reports for each of the interchanges illustrating:



a. Volume, vehicle classification, and speed by direction for the following conditions:

1. EB entering the system

2. EB existing the system

3. WB entering the system

4. WB existing the system

Material A. The vendor software shall have a track record of being in existence for over 5-years. The Contractor shall

provide the Commission vendor references of three (3) tolling or surface transportation agencies that are currently utilizing similar software in a successful manner.

B. The contractor shall, as part of their TFDS product submission, include information on the vendor’s

central software.

C. The central software shall include a 2-year enterprise product license.

D. Prior to approval of the TFDS microwave detector and central software submittal, the Commission shall conduct a one-on-one meeting with the vender to discuss the software capabilities, customizations, integration requirements with the Toll Host system, and security attributes before approving the submittal.

Construction - The Contractor shall coordinate the installation and integration of the TFDS central software with the Commissions IT (Steve Durburough – 717.831-7605) and Electronic Toll Collections (Chris Maugans – 717.831.7486) staff. IP configuration of all TFDS field units will be provided by Mike Metz (717-831-7410). Central software installation will be completed prior to the start of system acceptance testing.

MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF TURNPIKE TRAFFIC DURING CONSTRUCTION

Description - This work is the furnishing, installing, maintaining, resetting, relocating, storing, and removal of all traffic control devices necessary for maintenance and protection of traffic during construction.

Construction - Perform maintenance and protection of traffic according to Section 901, PTS (910, 915, 940), the contract drawings and the special provisions.

Furnish, install and maintain all required lights, guides, sandbags and appurtenances as deemed necessary by the Representative for the proper maintenance and protection of traffic and to warn of any obstruction or hazard to traffic. Use Type A and Type B flasher units and Sequential Warning Lights on this project. Furnish, install and maintain all shadow vehicles. Shadow vehicles without a truck mounted attenuator must be a 33,000 lb GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) or larger vehicle and loaded to weigh a minimum of 22,000 lbs., or as indicated on the Standard Drawings, in addition to meeting the requirements of Publication 212.

Provide signs with PennDOT approved Type XI reflectorized material.



Utilize the following general procedures for maintenance and protection of traffic:

A. For Pre-Construction Signing: Erect these signs prior to the performance of any work that may affect or alter the normal traffic pattern on the Turnpike.

1. Erect MPT-09, INTERCHANGE AREA CONSTRUCTION. In addition, erect R22-1 signs,

WORK ZONE STATE LAW TURN ON HEADLIGHTS, as the first sign approaching the work zone.

Furnish, install and maintain an adequate post-mounted sign support system that will retain the signs in-place during the course of the project. PennDOT approved Type III barricades may be used as conditions warrant and as directed by the Representative.

Maintain, relocate, and repair all signs, including necessary replacement. At the conclusion of the project, remove all temporary signs and mountings and properly repair and restore the area.

B. Do not exceed a maximum work zone of 4 miles in length for operations not behind barrier. In the

event a 4 mile work zone for operations not behind barrier is not required or the work zone is not used in an efficient manner, the Representative will direct the length of the work zone be shortened to that length sufficient for the Contractor's operation and efficiency. Maintain a minimum of 1 mile of unrestricted roadway between patterns on the same side of the road.

1. Furnish, operate, and maintain in the following manner, additional safety devices and controls for

operation adjacent to traffic patterns:

a. Furnish all equipment and vehicles with a yellow flashing light attached to the equipment to indicate its outer limit, visible 360 degrees. Lights are to be according to Section 901.

2. Use PennDOT approved vertical panels with self-ballasting bases for channelizing devices. The

entire face of the vertical panel visible to traffic is to be reflectorized with PennDOT approved Type XI reflectorized material. Completely remove channelizing devices from the roadway so they are not visible to motorists during non-working hours. Channelizing devices may be temporarily relocated to the minimum offset to allow for work to be performed, as directed by the Representative. The channelizing devices must remain between traffic and the work zone. Relocate channelizing devices to original position as work progresses. Nonmetallic drums can only be used within the interchange and service plaza areas. Do not mix different types of channelizing devices.

3. Lane restrictions will not be permitted during non-working hours, required by Attachment A or the specified holiday restrictions, for any operation requiring a mobile lane restriction, stationary lane restriction, mobile shoulder restriction, or stationary shoulder restriction.

4. Lane or shoulder restrictions not behind temporary concrete barrier are not permitted when work

is not being performed at any location within the work zone for a period of more than 60 minutes.

5. The maximum pavement differential for this project is 2-inches.

7. Arrange construction operations so that no portion of the median (excluding slow speed ramps) is



without barrier (concrete or MB-2B) between opposing travel lanes or that any blunt end of the median barrier is exposed to oncoming traffic.

8. Install, reset, relocate, and remove any permanent and/or temporary concrete barrier so that no

blunt end of the barrier is exposed to oncoming traffic. Temporary concrete barrier used must be manufactured after October 1, 2002.

9. Pin temporary concrete barrier or glare screen used to separate motorists from the work zone

when the back edge of the median barrier or glare screen is less than 12” from the work zone and the dropoff into the work zone is greater than 12” in depth. The temporary concrete barrier or glare screen must be pinned for non-movement.

10. Do not set up a traffic pattern for work on the mainline within 2 miles of the New Castle, Beaver

Valley, Cranberry and Delaware Valley Interchanges while working on the New Castle, Beaver Valley, Cranberry and Delaware Valley Interchanges, respectively.

11. The Representative is to coordinate the work in the New Castle Interchange area with Fare

Collection personnel. Notify the Representative a minimum of fourteen (14) days in advance of the scheduled work in the New Castle Interchange areas.

12. Maintain access for emergency and authorized vehicles to the New Castle Interchange building(s)

at all times.

13. Queuing of traffic onto the Turnpike mainline must be avoided. If queuing occurs, remove all work zone lane restrictions immediately to alleviate the queue. Resume work after approval from the Representative.

14. Maintain access for emergency and authorized vehicles to the Ramps and the Interchange

Building at all times.

C. Utilize the following sequences to perform all RAMP AND INTERCHANGE WORK.

Perform work on ramps to minimize impedance of traffic. Use advance signing, flaggers and warning and traffic control devices to the extent necessary to provide for the maintenance and protection of traffic. Per PTS-940 and as directed by the Representative and at a minimum, provide W21-101, RAMP WORK AHEAD, W3-4, BE PREPARED TO STOP, W20-7, Flagger Symbol, W21-10, Stop and Slow Paddle, and channelizing devices before and through the work area while performing the work. Locate channelizers with Type "A" flasher lights as necessary to aid in the delineation of the pattern established. Remove all channelizers from the travel lanes during all non-working hours.

During all working operations that require flaggers, flaggers will be utilized in advance of, as shown on the contract drawings, and within the work zone. Flaggers must be in radio communication for ramp operations and are to be equipped with PennDOT approved stop and slow paddles.

Additional signs, devices and flaggers may be required for construction and protection of traffic within the interconnecting ramps. Secure signs and devices for such conditions, if available, from those of the project. If signs and devices cannot be secured from those on the project, provide these at no additional cost to the Commission. Consider erection, relocation, and maintenance of such signs and devices incidental to the work of the project.



Complete all ramp work according to the plans and as directed by the Representative.

NEW CASTLE INTERCHANGE (MP 10)

Stage 1 – Traffic Flow Detector Pole Support Foundation Installation

1. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound off-ramp near the Traffic Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940.

2. Install Traffic Flow Detector pole foundation, as shown on the plans.

Stage 2 – Junction Box, Conduit/Cabling Installation

1. During allowable working hours, erect MPT-09, INTERCHANGE AREA CONSTRUCTION and R22-1 signs, WORK ZONE STATE LAW TURN ON HEADLIGHTS, as the first sign approaching the work zone as shown on PTS-940.

2. Install junction boxes, conduit and associated power cable and fiber optic cables as shown on the plans.

Stage 3 – Traffic Flow Detector Pole, ITS Cabinet, Detector and DSRC Antenna Installation


2. Install Traffic Flow Detector pole, ITS cabinet, detector(s), DSRC antenna and all associated cabling, as shown on the plans.

3. Test the entire TCS and DSRC site within two week of completion of the installation.

BEAVER VALLEY INTERCHANGE (MP 13)


1. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound on-ramp near the Traffic Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940.


Stage 2 – Traffic Flow Detector Pole, ITS Cabinet, Solar Panels and Detector Installation


2. Install Traffic Flow Detector pole, ITS cabinet, solar panels, detector(s), and all associated cabling, as shown on the plans.

3. Test the entire TCS site within two week of completion of the installation.

CRANBERRY INTERCHANGE (MP 28)

Stage 1 – Traffic Flow Detector Pole Support Foundation Installations

1. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound off-ramp near the Traffic



Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940. 2. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound on-ramp near the Traffic

Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940. 3. Install Traffic Flow Detector pole foundation, as shown on the plans.

Stage 2 – Junction Box, Conduit/Cabling Installation for Location CR-2

1. When performing construction near the ramp that requires a closure and during allowable working hours, erect MPT-09, INTERCHANGE AREA CONSTRUCTION and R22-1 signs, WORK ZONE STATE LAW TURN ON HEADLIGHTS, as the first sign approaching the work zone as shown on PTS-940.

2. When performing construction near the main-line and during allowable working hours, erect W21-7, UTILITY WORK AHEAD, and WORK ZONE STATE LAW TURN ON HEADLIGHTS, as the first sign approaching the work zone as shown on PTS-910.


Stage 3 – Junction Box, Conduit/Cabling Installation for Location CR-1

1. When performing construction near the ramp that requires a closure and during allowable working hours, erect MPT-09, INTERCHANGE AREA CONSTRUCTION and R22-1 signs, WORK ZONE STATE LAW TURN ON HEADLIGHTS, as the first sign approaching the work zone as shown on PTS-940.

2. When performing construction near the main-line and during allowable working hours, erect W21-7, UTILITY WORK AHEAD, and WORK ZONE STATE LAW TURN ON HEADLIGHTS, as the first sign approaching the work zone as shown on PTS-910.







DELAWARE VALLEY INTERCHANGE (MP H42 – OLD MP 358)


1. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound on-ramp (Ramp B) near the Traffic Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940.

2. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound on-ramp (Ramp C) near the Traffic Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940.




Stage 2 – Junction Box, Conduit/Cabling Installation

1. During allowable working hours, erect MPT-09, INTERCHANGE AREA CONSTRUCTION and R22-1 signs, WORK ZONE STATE LAW TURN ON HEADLIGHTS, as the first sign approaching the work zone as shown on PTS-940.



1. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound on-ramp (Ramp B) near the Traffic Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940.

2. During allowable working hours, close the shoulder of the westbound on-ramp (Ramp C) near the Traffic Count Station (TCS) site as shown on PTS-940.



COMPLETE TFDS AND DSRC DEVICE TESTING General

A. A Turnpike Representative shall be present to witness and/or assign a representative to witness any test required in the Contract Documents. No testing shall commence or shall be approved without a representative in attendance to witness all tests.

B. All tests shall be conducted in accordance with approved test procedures. The Contractor shall

supply the testing procedures for the TFDS and DSRC (RSU and OBU) systems for review and approval by the Commission prior to the installation of any field, power or communications equipment. The Commission will have 10 business days to review and provide comments on the testing procedures. The Commission will have five (5) business days to review any subsequent test procedures, until they are accepted. The Contractor will not be permitted to conduct any tests without an approved test procedure.

C. All test procedures shall document what equipment function is being tested (specifically, but not

limited to, volume, speed, classification and DSRC communications between the OBU and RSU), the exact testing procedures, and outcome. All tests will demonstrate manufactures stated tolerances and will be pass or fail. At the end of each testing section, an area for Contractor signature, the Representative’s signature and date will be required. Also, at the end of each testing section, an Ad- hoc area (1 page) will be required for the documentation of any other tests performed.

D. Testing is to be conducted by a qualified representative of the manufacturer of the element to be

tested. Pertinent quantitative and qualitative test results shall be recorded on data summary sheets. All test records shall be submitted to the Commission immediately following the test.

E. Except for the Operational Acceptance Test (OAT), the Contractor shall complete testing for each

element and subsystem within 2 calendar weeks of completion.



F. The Contractor shall provide all testing equipment necessary to perform and complete the testing described in the Contract Documents.

G. Complete testing for each equipment unit in as few consecutive days as possible as determined by the

Representative. Schedule testing with additional time allotted for the Representative to request that certain portions of a test be repeated. The Representative has the right to witness and/or assign their designee to witness any test.

H. The acceptance of test procedures and witness of such tests does not relieve the responsibility to

provide a completely acceptable and operating subsystem that meets the indicated requirements. Equipment Tests

A. The Contractor shall perform all tests required by the Contract Documents to ensure that the equipment and assemblies intended to be furnished and installed, meet or exceed the requirements of the Contract Documents and are ready to be integrated into the overall existing Commissions Integrated Toll Management System (ITMS) at the Commission’s Highspire facility.

B. The Contractor shall conduct the System Acceptance Test (SAT), Communications Test and 30-Day

Operational Acceptance Test (OAT) on each subsystem that will be furnished and installed under this Contract. Costs for testing and re-testing any parts within project testing, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1. System Acceptance Testing (SAT): After the equipment has been installed and commissioned at

the designated locations, the Contractor shall perform system acceptance testing. This testing shall verify that equipment has been installed properly and is fully functional in the field, all communications links are fully functional and Commission IT personnel can denote data traffic from the field devices onto the Commissions network, as well as data being received from the TFDS and DSRC vendor software. It will be the responsibility of the Contractor, during SAT testing, to demonstrate through testing procedures that each piece of field equipment is fully functional in the field as a stand-alone unit, the TFDS and DSRC data can be conveyed from the field to the vendors software (installed either on the Commissions network or via the Cloud) from the Turnpikes Highspire facility. The Contractor shall obtain the approval by the Commission of the SAT testing plan a minimum of 30-days before the start of SAT testing. The Contractor shall utilize a traceability matrix format to the testing procedures to demonstrate compliance to the specifications.

2. Communication Tests: Concurrent to the SAT, all communication equipment will be tested in the

field. For this testing, Commission IT personnel must be able to denote data traffic from the field devices onto the Commissions network

3. 30-day Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT): Upon installation of all field equipment of this

contract and completion of the SAT, 30-day Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) will begin. For this testing, 24-hour TFDS field device data (volume and 3 vehicle type classification) and DSRC RSU data must be accurately (within manufactures specification) conveyed from the field to the vendor software. Should there be a 24-hour period with complete or partial missing data, the OAT shall be stopped and shall constitute a failed test.

System Acceptance Testing (SAT)



A. System Acceptance Tests shall verify that all equipment (TFDS, TFDS Software, DSRC-OBU, DSRC-RSU) has been installed properly in the field and is fully operational at the field site as well as through the communications channels back to the Highspire facility, via the Commissions network. The Contractor shall be in direct communications with the Commission Construction Inspection Representatives to coordinate the testing. Two weeks advance notice of the scheduled date for the SAT shall be provided to the Commission. The Contractor shall provide all support required to complete the testing. It will be the joint responsibility of the Contractor and the Commissions IT department, during SAT testing, to demonstrate through testing procedures that each piece of field equipment is fully functional in the field as a stand-alone unit, as well as a piece of equipment that is part of the entire system and can be operated from the Highspire facility. Refer to Fiber Optic Cable Special Provision for required fiber optic cable testing. SAT approval of all contract equipment is required before the start of Operation Acceptance Testing (OAT).

B. Demonstrate that the communications subsystem (cellular, fiber optic) is fully functional. In the event

of test failure, perform a partial or total re-test to demonstrate the subsystem is functioning as a whole. Conduct system tests on all subsystems and components that are being furnished under this contract.

C. Grounding Test

1. All testing shall be conducted in the presence of the Representative after a forty-eight (48)

hour notification period. All test results, including those where the design criteria was not achieved, shall be documented. All retests shall be witnessed and documented.

2. The installed grounding system shall be tested to confirm that there is at most five (5) ohms

to ground in the grounding system. The site grounding electrode system shall be tested using the three-point/fall-of-potential method. Testing of resistance to ground from the chassis of electronic equipment is not recommended due to the potential of damage to the electronics; however, the Proposer shall be required to test resistance to ground from each bus bar after all chassis grounds have been disconnected and taped to avoid accidental contact during testing. If the grounding fails to achieve five (5) ohms to ground, additional ground rods shall be installed and tested until five (5) ohms is achieved. All material and labor associated with the external ground system and connections made to the Solar Powered Assembly shall be paid for under this pay item. For more details pertaining to the grounding system.

D. Contractor shall prepare System Acceptance Test (SAT) documentation for approval before SAT

begins. The SAT shall be conducted on all field devices, as well as on the vendor’s central software. The Contractor shall give the Commission a minimum of twenty (20) business-days’ notice and a complete testing schedule to assure availability of Commission personnel, or their designee.

E. The installed grounding system at all locations shall be tested to confirm that there is at most five (5)

ohms to ground in the grounding system. The site grounding electrode system shall be tested using the three-point/fall-of-potential method. Testing of resistance to ground from the chassis of electronic equipment is not recommended due to the potential of damage to the electronics; however, the Proposer shall be required to test resistance to ground from each bus bar after all chassis grounds have been disconnected and taped to avoid accidental contact during testing. If the grounding fails to achieve five (5) ohms to ground, additional ground rods shall be installed and tested until five (5) ohms is achieved.



F. SAT tests shall be conducted by the Contractor and approved by the Commission prior to the start of Operational Acceptance Testing.

G. During SAT testing, if there are more than 3 failures of any device testing procedure, the testing will

be stopped and the Contractor shall make any and all necessary repairs. All repairs will be documented. Once the repairs are completed, and the systems are retested by the Contractor to verify proper functionality, the Contractor shall send a written letter to the Commission requesting the continuance of SAT testing, and provide verification that the system is functional. Re-testing, due to equipment failure, or due to Contractor delay, will not be at the expense of the Commission.

H. After installation and agreement by the Commission to initiate testing, the System shall be tested in

compliance with the System Acceptance Test Plan. The System Acceptance Test shall be conducted with all devices and components integrated as a system at the construction site with use of simulation expressly limited to perform stress and performance testing. The test scripts developed by the Contractor shall be used to validate the intended function and performance of all field devices and infrastructure components, e.g., local processors, network components, etc. System Acceptance Testing shall demonstrate that all equipment satisfies the specification requirements herein and design changes approved by Commission.

I. All repairs, construction, or modifications as required to comply with this Section shall be performed

by the Contractor without additional cost to the Commission.

J. Submit to Commission a System Acceptance Test Report at the conclusion of the test for the purpose of verifying and validating the accuracy and integrity of the system as installed. The Commission will review the report and respond; indicating approval or noting changes required either in the performance30 of the Work or in the report. Make all changes or perform additional Work as the Commission may direct prior to the start of the Operational Test.

30-Day Operational Acceptance Test (OAT)

A. Upon notification from the Commission of approval of the System Acceptance Test Report including all of the subsystems and the Contractor’s certification that all of the Systems are ready for operational testing, an Operational Test phase shall commence. The Operational Test will be for all locations simultaneously and shall be performed by the Commission’s staff with the advice and assistance of the Contractor during a sixty (30) consecutive day period.

B.The OAT will be conducted on all field devices, as well as on all parts of the communication systems

to the vendor software at the Highspire facility.

C.During this period, the Commission’s staff will monitor the system as specified in the Operational Acceptance Test Plan using the final version of all applicable manuals, printed guides and procedures. During the test, field elements must be continuously monitored with daily reports generated to confirm proper integration with the software. Correct, as determined by the Commission, any Failure or malfunction of material significance during the test period. Said malfunctions include, but are not to be limited to, equipment failure or failure of the System or any subsystem to comply with the requirements stipulated in the Contract, or missing data, as defined earlier in the general testing language. A Failure that requires correction before proceeding with the testing is defined as any failure



of any item of the equipment or software, or both, that prevents the Commission operating staff from performing meaningful use of the System or any subsystem.

D. If a subsystem has a Failure, as determined by the Commission or its representatives, then the

Operational Test for that subsystem shall restart from day one. After the Contractor corrects a failure for two (2) or more subsystems, the Operational Test for the entire System shall restart at day one, and shall continue until the results meet the conditions and terms of the performance period. During the Operational Test phase, the Commission, based upon information provided by the Commission operating staff, will determine the System’s standard of performance as described herein and whether any failure shall be considered a Failure.

E. In the case where ten percent (10%) of similar components malfunction during the test period, the

Commission may declare a system defect and require replacement of similar components. When a system defect is declared, restart the 30-Day test for that specific system. The 30-day test period is to begin when all similar components are replaced and a system acceptance retest has been successfully completed. A total of 45 calendar days is provided for all testing.

1. Performance Period – The Performance Period for operational testing shall begin on the date

of notification to the Contractor by the Commission to commence operational testing and shall end when the System has met the Standard of Performance for the consecutive days required by operating in conformity with the Contract as stated in the Specifications.

2. Exchange and Expansion Equipment During System and Operational Testing – Certify in

writing to the Commission when exchange or expansion equipment, devices, or components are installed and ready for use. Provide an Equipment or Component Installation Certificate, including date, for the equipment or component. If this occurs during the 30-Day Operational Test, the performance period of 30 consecutive calendar days for the operational test shall recommence on the first Commission work day following acceptance of the Contractor’s Equipment or Component Installation Certificate, at which time operational testing shall commence. It is not required that one sixty day period expire in order for another performance period to begin.

Make available a systems technician who is fully knowledgeable and capable of operating all functions of the specified subsystem on an on-call basis for technical support during the 30-day test period.

Following the completion of 30-day test, clear the inside of all field cabinet enclosures using brushes and vacuums, as appropriate, perform component cleaning and filter replacements at all enclosures installed in the project. Ownership of the subsystem will be transferred to the Commission upon successful completion of the 30-day test and final acceptance of the project.

Test Documentation

A. The Contractor shall provide test documentation, including at a minimum, test equipment, special test software, test procedures, checklist, test forms and data summary sheets. Test documentation shall:

1. Demonstrate that the system satisfies the intended project functionalities. 2. Demonstrate that the communications system satisfies the intended project functionalities. 3. Reference the requirements matrix to show that all requirements will be tested to demonstrate

compliance with the Basic Design Criteria.



B. Test procedures, test forms and checklists shall be referenced to the Contract Document requirements, listing each requirement to be tested.

C. Test documentation shall be submitted for Representative’s approval, at least 30 days prior to the

scheduled start of testing. Test documentation that does not receive the Commission’s approval shall be reworked until approved. Testing shall not start until test documentation has been approved. After test documentation is approved, Contractor shall provide at least twenty (20) working days’ notice prior to all tests to permit the Commission to schedule and observe each test.

Test Results and Analysis

A. The outcome of each test shall be compared with the specified functional performance and operational requirements. Failure to conform to the requirements of any test shall be considered a defect, and equipment and/or subsystems shall be subject to rejection by the Commission.

B. When an element unit is modified as a result of a defect, the Contractor shall prepare a report for the

Commission’s approval. The report shall describe the nature of the failure and the corrective action taken. If a failure pattern develops, the Commission may direct that design and construction modifications be made.

C. Equipment rejected because of defects limited to the specific unit being tested, may be offered for

retest provided all non-compliant items have been corrected and re-tested by the Contractor and evidence thereof submitted to Commission.

D. The Contractor shall analyze and categorize all defects as to whether they are limited to the specific

unit being tested or are potential problems for all units.

E. For the case of defects common to multiple units, all deliverable units shall be modified without additional cost to the Commission. This modification includes design changes required to pass design approval tests.

F. If any of the test results fail to conform to the requirements of the applicable Technical Requirement,

the equipment, subsystem or system failing shall be considered a defective item and shall be subject to rejection by the Commission. Rejected elements, sub-system or system may be offered for re-test, provided all the defects have been rectified by the Contractor and/or manufacturer and the required documentation thereof submitted to the Commission.

System Testing and Acceptance

A. In addition to or as a supplement to all testing requirements described elsewhere in this part and the specifications, the Contractor shall conduct a full program of testing, the purpose of which shall be to demonstrate to the Commission’s satisfaction that the system fulfills all of the specifications and requirements as set forth herein.

B. Pre-Acceptance Testing

1. The Contractor shall be allowed to proceed with pre-acceptance testing without regular

monitoring by the Commission. Without interrupting the Contractor’s installation and testing



schedule, the Commission and its representatives shall reserve the right to review testing progress and to witness the Contractor pre-acceptance tests. Test milestones for pre- acceptance testing shall be reflected in the Project Plan and Schedule, and testing progress shall be documented in the Contractor’s regularly issued project status reports. The Contractor shall conduct all pre-acceptance tests to ensure compliance with the specification requirements herein and design changes approved by the Commission. Before proceeding with the assembly and integration of the subsystem equipment the Contractor shall test each unit of installed equipment on a stand-alone basis. Subsequent to stand-alone equipment testing, the Contractor shall test the software and hardware components as an integrated subsystem.

2. The Contractor shall certify the results of all pre-acceptance tests and submit a certification

to the Commission. C. Acceptance Testing Provisions - Prepare and deliver to the Commission a comprehensive Acceptance

Test Plan that describes all the activities and tasks associated with testing during each test phase at least 30-days prior to the scheduled start of each test phase (System and Operational). The Acceptance Test Plan for each phase shall describe the activities and tasks associated with the tests to be performed during the appropriate acceptance test phase. At a minimum, the Acceptance Test Plan shall contain the following elements:

1. A summary statement of the purpose and goal of each test phase

2. The method of testing 3. A description of the overall test environment 4. A block diagram of all equipment and components used in the test configuration 5. Specification of the hardware and software required for the test which describes the number and

type of devices to be used, describes what real-world inputs and outputs will be simulated and how the inputs and outputs will be simulated

6. A detailed matrix that identifies all design requirements and indicates where each requirement will be demonstrated as part of the test procedure. The matrix shall include, at a minimum, references to both the individual specification requirements and each approved design change.

7. A detailed test procedure which: a) Demonstrates that every feature and function to be provided in the furnished hardware

and software conforms to the requirements of the Contract. b) Identifies the contract requirements to be demonstrated as part of each individual test

procedure through the specific references to both the specification requirements and the approved design changes.

c) Identifies the steps for each test to be performed, test purpose, conditions which will exist at the start of the test, and conditions/results expected at the conclusion of the test.

d) Identifies the success/failure status of each test along with adequate space for comments of the test witness to be recorded.

e) Describes the outputs to be provided to the Commission to document the test results (reports, database listings, statistical analyses, message displays, etc.).

8. After receipt of each Acceptance Test Plan, the Commission will review and comment on its content, and if necessary, the Contractor shall make appropriate changes to the Acceptance Test Plan to address the Commission’s comments and resubmit the plan for Commission review and approval. The Commission requires a minimum of fifteen (15) workdays to review and comment or approves resubmitted test plans. Incorporate adequate time in the project schedule to address comments, resubmit a revised test plan, seek approval and perform each acceptance test without



changing the scheduled acceptance test date. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the scheduled date of all acceptance tests.

9. When all tests for a testing phase have been executed to the satisfaction of the Commission, prepare and deliver to the Commission an Acceptance Test Report along with the Contractor’s written certification that the system has successfully passed all tests for that specific test phase. The Acceptance Test Report shall contain at a minimum the following sections:

a) Summary of the test phase b) Description of the tests performed to include, test conditions at start and end of each test,

expected test results with Pass/Fail criteria, actual test results, signature block for individuals who witnessed the successful completion of the test, itemized list of unresolved items that were not completely compliant with the contract items and require correction prior to initiation of the next level of testing

c) Action plan to conduct the next iteration of the test phase or a statement that the phase was completed successfully

10. The Commission and its representatives will evaluate each Acceptance Test Report and notify the Contractor of its evaluation. No acceptance test phase shall be initiated without the Commission’s written approval of the Acceptance Test Plan specific to that phase, and no test phase shall be considered complete, nor shall the Contractor proceed to the next step until the Commission has approved, in writing, the Contractor’s Acceptance Test Report for the previous phase.

TRAINING

A. Submit to Commission for review and approval, a Training Plan which shall address TFDS office and

field Operations Training, System Administration Training and Maintenance Training. The Training Plan shall include at a minimum:

1. A description of all training courses including identification of the purpose and goals of each

course, duration of the course, type of presentations (lectures, field) and identification of the facility and training equipment requirements (e.g., overhead projectors, televisions, specific System hardware elements, etc.).

2. A list of classroom instructors who shall conduct the training and description of their skills,

experience and qualifications. a. Individual course curricula, course materials, manuals, study guides and workbooks. b. Course critique and evaluation forms for students. c. Post-training and or on-the-job technical reference guides. d. A detailed schedule for the delivery of all training courses.

3. At a minimum, the Training shall include:

a. TFDS i. Field unit setup, troubleshooting, and operations.

ii. Vendor software installation, configuration, troubleshooting and operations. iii. Routine and emergency maintenance.

After receipt of the Training Plan, the Commission will comment on its content. Make appropriate changes to the Training Plan and resubmit for review and approval.



B. Training Program

1. After approval of the Training Plan and 3-days prior to the beginning of the System Acceptance Testing, conduct the specified training to the staff. The training program shall be implemented through the use of formal classroom training and/or other forms of presentation as recommended by the Proposer. The curriculum shall be designed so that each group of trainees shall be trained in the full repertoire of System commands which they may have to use in the course of performing their designated functions. Students shall be provided with complete sets of training materials and operating manuals during the training sessions, which they shall retain for use on the job at the completion of training. Formal training shall also include a comprehensive student- testing program for determining that the intended training has been successfully imparted.

2. Submit to the Commission an electronic copy of each training manual for review and comment.

After incorporating the Commission’s comments, resubmit an electronic copy or each such manual until approved by the Commission. After approval by the Commission, submit to the Commission the number of copies of each approved manual as stipulated herein. In addition, submit an electronic version (PDF format) of the training manuals for future reproduction by the Commission.

3. Upon completion of each training program, prepare and submit to the Commission a training

report which shall summarize the results of the training program, including a list of attendees and individual test results, course evaluation forms and recommendations for follow-up training or modifications to the curriculum.

C. Conduct of Training

1. Conduct two (2) consecutive 1-day training sessions to allow two (2) opportunities for staff

or designees to attend the required training at the scheduled times and locations designated by the Commission consistent with the approved Training Plan. The full complement of training courses shall be conducted over the duration of this contract to accommodate shift personnel, vacations, new personnel and make-up sessions. The training shall include, but not be limited to, the following groupings of staff (with an estimated student population as stipulated herein).

Staff

Category Number of

Staff # Classroom / Filed Hours

Commission IT 4 2/4 Commission Traffic

Operations 4 2/4

Maintenance Staff 2 2/4 Consultants 2 2/4

D. Training Manuals

1. Provide the Training Manuals and any other associated course materials, study guides and workbooks, as described in the approved Training Plan. These manuals shall be for instructional use during the Training Program, for study and for refresher use to provide



training of all the features and functions of the System during normal and emergency operations. These manuals shall also be suitable for the Commission use to train new operators, supervisors, system administrators and maintenance staff on an ongoing basis.

a) Standard Operating Procedures Manual - A System Standard Operating

Procedures Manual for the TFDS shall be provided which contains graphical depictions and explanations of system operation for all operator functions specified under Operator Training. This manual shall be for instructional, study and refresher use and shall explain all the features and functions of the System for day-to-day operation (e.g., log-on, monitors, prints daily reports). The manual shall also have a section for problems and/or exception conditions so the operator can resolve common operating problems (e.g., trouble shoot network problems, restart the System in the event of a component failure, clear jams). The manual shall also contain instructions on how to perform normal maintenance (e.g., changing paper for the printer). Submit to the Commission five (5) copies of approved Standard Operating Procedures manual and three (3) CD-ROM’s with PDF version of the full manual.

b) System Administration Manual - A System Administrator’s Manual for

the TFDS shall be provided which contains graphical depictions and written descriptions of all functions required for system maintenance and specified under System Administrator Training. This manual shall contain all procedures necessary for the proper monitoring and administration of the System. At a minimum, the manual shall contain separate sections that cover the following topics: backup and recovery, performance analysis, scheduled maintenance, audit and control, report production, contingency plan, configuration control, system diagnostics, database integrity, special requests and expendable supplies. A separate, removable section of the System Administration Manual shall contain information on the proper administration and control of the security features built into the System. Some of the information to be contained in this section includes: maintenance of user identifiers, password control, and security policy review. This System Administrator’s manual shall also include computer- generated listings of all system programs as an addendum under separate cover. Submit to the Commission an electronic PDF version of the full manual.

c) System Performance - After System installation and until the System is

formally accepted by the Commission, the Proposer shall undertake and perform all System performance activities to ensure a fully functioning System that operates in conformance to the requirements of the Contract. Such activities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Systems monitoring; System and application backup and archiving;

System fault detection, diagnosis and correction, database initialization and updates, and report generation.

2. Administration and control of System access and backup security.



3. Capacity management and performance monitoring. 4. Management of hardware, firmware, and software configuration

changes. 5. System documentation maintenance. 6. Training and System user assistance. 7. Monitor and manage physical protection devices stipulated in

Technical Parameter herein. DIVERSE BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS

In accordance with Section 107.34 and as follows:

The Diverse Business minimum level of participation established for this project is:

DB 2%



ENUMERATION OF DRAWINGS

SHEET NO. DESCRIPTION 1 General Notes

2-3 New Castle Interchange 4-5 Beaver Valley Interchange 6-8 Cranberry Interchange

9-12 Delaware Valley Interchange

PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION STANDARD DRAWINGS

STANDARD DRAWING NO.

DESCRIPTION

APPLICABLE DATE

RC-81M HIGHWAY LIGHTING JUNCTION BOXES – LIGHT DUTY JUNE 1, 2010 RC-84M HIGHWAY LIGHTING AND ELECTRICAL DETAILS JUNE 1, 2010 TC-8716 TYPE III BARRICADE JUNE 13, 2013 TC-8717 TEMPORARY PORTABLE SIGN POST, “H” BASE AND JUNE 13, 2013 ITS-1201

“X” BASE ITS DEVICES - GENERAL

MARCH 1, 2013

ITS-1210 CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION CAMERA MARCH 1, 2013

PENNSYLVANIA TURNPIKE COMMISSION STANDARD DRAWINGS

STANDARD DRAWING NO.

DESCRIPTION

APPLICABLE DATE

PTS-910 MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF TRAFFIC JANUARY 2017 PTS-940

CONSTRUCTION SHORT TERM MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF TRAFFIC

JANUARY 2017

PTS-960

INTERCHANGE OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF TRAFFIC

JANUARY 2017

SIGN FABRICATION



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ATTACHMENTS TO:

APPENDIX B SPECIAL PROVISIONS

TRAFFIC COUNTS STATIONS

4. CS 107.34 Diverse Business Requirements 5. PTC Form 22-94-16R; DB Subcontractor and Supplier Solicitation Sheet 6. PTC Form 22-95-32R; DB Subcontractor and Supplier Commitment Sheet

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107.34 DIVERSE BUSINESS (DB) REQUIREMENTS - This section does not apply to projects that are partially or totally financed with federal funds.

(a) General Requirements. Section 303 of Title 74 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, 74

Pa.C.S. § 303, requires bidders and contractors on contracts funded pursuant to the provisions of Title 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicle Code) administered and issued by the Commission to make good faith efforts to solicit subcontractors that are Diverse Businesses (DBs) as defined in Section 303. The DB requirements of Section 303 apply to this contract.

Section 303 requires bidders to make good faith efforts, as described below, to solicit subcontractors that are DBs during the bidding process to maximize participation of DBs in competitive contracting opportunities.

The Commission is committed to participation by DBs and will enforce the requirements of Section 303 and this section. Failure to make good faith efforts and demonstrate such good faith efforts in the

solicitation of subcontractors may result in rejection of the bid. Bidder shall document and submit to the Commission all good faith efforts, as described in this section,

to solicit subcontractors that are DBs during the bidding process. Bidders are encouraged to utilize and give consideration to contractors offering to utilize DBs in the

selection and award of contracts. Bidder shall not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, creed or color in the award and performance

of contracts in accordance with 62 Pa.C.S. §3701. Failure to comply with the requirements of Section 303 or this specification may result in the imposition

of sanctions as appropriate under section 531 of the Procurement Code, 62 Pa.C.S.§ 531 relating to debarment and suspension.

The Commission’s Director of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or his or her designee, is designated the Responsible Official who shall supervise the DB program and ensure that the Commission complies with the DB program.

(b) Diverse Business Participation Level. The Commission has established the Diverse Business

(DB) minimum level of participation indicated in the Special Provisions for this project. This minimum level of participation serves exclusively as a guide in determining bidder responsibility.

Attainment of the level is not a measure of bid responsiveness. Predetermined amounts shown in the proposal will be excluded from the total bid price for determination of participation level.

DB Subcontractors and Manufacturers will be credited at 100%. Regular dealers will be credited at 60% of the costs of materials or supplies. DB Transaction Expeditor/Broker and others providing BONAFIDE services not listed above will be credited the entire amount of the fees or commissions charged for assistance in the procurement of the materials and supplies, or fees or transportation charges for the delivery of materials or supplies required on a job site, provided the fees are determined to be reasonable and not excessive as compared with fees customarily allowed for similar services

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1. Manufacturers. A DB Manufacturer is a firm that operates or maintains a factory or establishment that produces on the premises the materials or supplies obtained by theContractor.

2. Regular Dealers. A DB Regular Dealer is a firm that owns, operates or maintains a store,

warehouse or other establishment in which the materials or supplies required for the performance of the contract are bought, kept in stock and regularly sold to the public in the usual course of business. A regular dealer, is a firm that engages in, as its principal business, and in its own name, the purchase and sale of the products in question. A DB regular dealer in such bulk items as steel, cement, gravel, stone and petroleum products need not keep such products in stock if it owns or operates distribution equipment. DB brokers and DB packagers are not regarded as DB manufacturers or DB regular dealers.

3. Providers of BONA FIDE Services. This includes fees or commissions charged for providing

a BONA FIDE service, such as professional, technical, consultant or managerial services and assistance in the procurement of essential personnel, facilities, equipment, materials or supplies required for performance of the contract, fees charged for delivery of materials and supplies required on job site (but not the cost of the materials and supplies themselves) when the DB hauler, DB trucker or DB delivery service is not also the DB manufacturer or DB regular dealer in the materials and supplies, the fees or commission charged for providing any bonds or insurance specifically required for the performance of the contract, provided that all above such fees or commissions are determined by the Commission to be reasonable and not excessive as compared with fees customarily allowed for similar services.

4. Transaction Expeditor/Broker. A DB packager, broker, manufacturers’ representatives, or

other persons who arrange or expedite transactions and who arrange for materialdrop-shipments.

(c) Definitions. The following definitions apply to terms used in thisspecification:

1. Disadvantaged Business – A business that is owned or controlled by a majority of persons, not limited to members of minority groups, who are subject to racial or ethnic prejudice or cultural bias.

2. Diverse Business – A disadvantaged business, minority-owned or women-owned business or

service-disabled veteran-owned or veteran-owned small business that has been certified by a third-party certifying organization.

3. Minority-owned Business – A business owned and controlled by a majority of individuals

who are African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, Alaskans or Pacific Islanders.

4. Professional Services – An industry of infrequent, technical or unique functions performed by

independent contractors or consultants whose occupation is the rendering of the services, including: (1) design professional services as defined in 62 Pa.C.S.§ 901 (relating to definitions); (2) legal services; (3) advertising or public relations services; (4) accounting, auditing or actuarial services; (5) security consultant services; (6) computer and information technology services; and (7) insurance underwriting services.

5. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business – A business in the United states which is

independently owned and controlled by a service-disabled veteran(s), not dominant in its field of operation, and employs 100 or fewer employees.

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6. Subcontractor- Any individual, partnership, firm, or corporation entering into a contract with the prime contractor for work under the contract, including those providing professional and other services.

7. Third-party Certifying Organization – An organization that certifies a small business,

minority-owned business, women-owned business or veteran-owned small business as a diverse business. The term includes: (1) the National Minority Supplier Development Council; (2) the Women’s Business Development Enterprise National Council; (3) the Small Business Administration; (4) The Department of Veteran Affairs; (5) the Pennsylvania Unified CertificationProgram.

8. Veteran-owned Small Business –A small business owned and controlled by a veteran or veterans.

9. Women-Owned Business – A business owned and controlled by a majority of individuals who

are women.

(d) Responsibilities of Bidder at Bidding Stage and Prior to Award

1. Submission Requirements – Contractor Responsiveness. Bidders are required to submit documentary evidence of DBs that have been contacted and that are to be used. Bidders must submit documentation of such solicitations and commitments, concurrently with the bid, on PTC Form 22-94-16R (DB Subcontractor and Supplier Solicitation Sheet) and on PTC Form 22-95-32R (DB Subcontractor and Supplier Commitment Sheet). When applicable, Bidder shall indicate the appropriate DB credit as defined in 107.34(b) on PTC Form 22-95-32R (DB Subcontractor and Supplier Commitment Sheet). Failure to submit the required information on DB participation may result in rejection of the bid as being non-responsive. The aforementioned forms are included in the bid documents. Completed forms 22-94-16R and 22-95-32R and accompanying documents regarding solicitation of and commitments to DBs become part of the contract.

Mailings to large numbers of DBs which are intended to provide notice of a contractors' interest in bidding a Commission contract will not be deemed solicitations, but rather will be treated as informational notifications only.

Only make actual solicitation of DB subcontractors, manufacturers, regular dealers, transaction expeditor/broker and/or providers of BONA FIDE services whose work, material, supplies, equipment and/or services are within the project scope and are related to project line items or portions thereof which the Contractor reasonably believes it will choose to subcontract, purchase or lease.

If the minimum level of participation is not met, the three (3) low bidders are required to deposit, fax, mail or electronically transmit sufficient evidence, which demonstrates to the Commission that the bidder has not engaged in discriminatory practices in the solicitation and commitment of subcontracts and supply contracts. Sufficient evidence must be documentation of good faith efforts made prior to bid submission and must be received by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s Contract Management Services Manager by 3:00 PM, Prevailing Local Time, of the second business day following the day of the bid opening by any of the following methods:

• Deposit required documents in or send overnight mail service to Pennsylvania Turnpike

Commission’s Construction Department, Attention: Contract Management Services Manager, 700 S. Eisenhower Boulevard, Middletown, PA 17057.

• or send them to Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s Contract Management Services Manager by facsimile (FAX) 717-986-9762.

• or e-mail them to [email protected].

2. Evidence of Good Faith Efforts. If the Commitment Sheet demonstrates that the bidder has met the minimum level of participation, the bidder will be deemed to have met the Good Faith Efforts

mailto:[email protected]

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requirement. The Commission will only review documentation corresponding to the commitments submitted with the bid on the DB Subcontractor and Supplier Commitment Sheet (PTC Form 22-95-32R) as well as any additional commitments. Any discrepancy between the commitments submitted with the bid and the documentary evidence submitted subsequent to the opening of bids may result in the rejection of the bid. The evidence submitted by the bidder is required to demonstrate thefollowing:

2.a. The bidder, whose actions resulted in a limited or no commitment to diverse businesses,

was not motivated by considerations of race or gender, and its solicitation and commitment decisions were not based upon policies which disparately affect diverse businesses.

2.b. If the minimum participation level is not met, the bidder should indicate whether DBs

were solicited, or permitted an opportunity to quote, for each type of work the bidder intends or expects to subcontract or for all materials and services the bidder intends or expects to procure. If any quotation was received and not used, explain the non-usage.

2.c. In any instance where a DB has not been committed to for a type of subcontract work or

materials contract in any area where a quote was received from a DB, the reason should be expressly indicated.

2.d. If no quotations are received from solicitation of DBs, this information should be noted

with the bid submittal along with detailed information on the solicitation effort (Form22-94-16R).

If the bidder who has not met the required minimum participation level does not submit sufficient evidence such that it is received by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s Contract Management Services Manager by 3:00 PM of the second business day following the day of the bid opening, the bid submissions will be considered non-responsive and the bid rejected. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that the Commission’s Contract Management Services Manager has timely received sufficient evidence of good faith efforts.

3. Replacement of a DB Subcontractor During Bid Evaluation. If at any time during the

evaluation of a bid it becomes necessary to replace a subcontractor that is a DB, the bidder, as appropriate, shall immediately notify the Director of the Commission’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion or his/her designee of the need to replace the Diverse Business, which notice shall include the reasons for the replacement.

4. Contractor Responsibility – Acceptance or Rejection of Bids. Upon receipt of bids for a

construction contract, the submittals of each bidder will be subject to review by the Commission to determine whether the bidder has complied with Section 303 and this specification in the selection of subcontractors, manufacturers, regular dealers, transaction expeditor/broker and other providers of a BONA FIDE service. If a bidder has met the minimum level for DB participation, the bidder will be presumed not to have discriminated in its selections. Where the minimum level is not met and the bid has not otherwise been rejected for reasons of non-responsiveness, the Commission will determine whether discrimination has occurred.

After review of PTC Form 22-94-16R (DB Subcontractor and Supplier Solicitation Sheet), PTC Form 22-95-32R (DB Subcontractor and Supplier Commitment Sheet), and other relevant information, the Commission will make a determination of whether or not discrimination has occurred. If the Commission determines that discrimination has occurred, the bidder will thereby be deemed to be not responsible and its bid will be rejected.

DB firms and commitment amount made at the time of bidding are to be maintained throughout the term of the contract. Any change in DB firms or commitment amount must be pre-approved by the Commission.

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The Commission, its designees or agents have the right to obtain documents and information from any contractor, subcontractor, manufacturer, regular dealer, transaction expeditor/broker or other provider of a BONA FIDE service that may be required in order to ascertain bidder or contractor responsibility. Except as otherwise provided by law and/or for use by the Commission, its designees or agents for investigations and proceedings following therefrom, the documents submitted with the bid will be confidential.

(e) Contractor Requirements During Construction

1. Replacement of a DB Subcontractor. Contractor must continue good faith efforts through

completion of the project. If at any time during the construction of a project, it becomes necessary to replace a subcontractor that is a DB, the contractor, as appropriate, shall immediately notify the Director of the Commission’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion or his/her designee of the need to replace the DB, which notice shall include the reasons for the replacement.

2. Records. Maintain project records as are necessary to determine compliance with its DB

commitments. Maintain all records for a period of 3 years following acceptance of final payment. Make these records available for inspection by the Commission, its designees or agents. These records shouldindicate:

2.a. The number of DB and non-DB subcontractors, manufacturers, regular dealers,

transaction expeditor/broker and other providers of BONA FIDE service, and the type of work or materials or services performed on or incorporated in this project.

2.b. The progress and efforts made in seeking out DB contractor organizations and individual

DB contractors for work on this project to increase the amount of DB participation and/or to maintain the commitments made at the time of the bid to DBs.

2.c. Documentation of all correspondence, contacts, telephone calls, and other contacts made

to obtain the service of DBs on this project.

3. Reports. Submit reports as required by the Commission, or at least on a monthly basis, of those contracts and other business executed with DBs with respect to the records referred to in subsection (e)2. above in such form and manner as prescribed by the Commission. Submit the monthly reports to the Representative by the twentieth day of the following month and have themcontain:

3.a Number of contracts awarded to DBs noting the type of work and amounts of each contract

executed with each firm, including the execution date of eachcontract.

3.b The amounts paid to each DB during the month and the date ofpayment.

3.c Upon completion of individual DB firm's work, submit paid invoices or a certification attesting to the actual amount paid to each firm. In the event the actual amount paid is less than the award amount, a complete explanation of difference is required.

4. Subcontracts/Purchase Orders

4.a. Subcontracts with DB firms will not contain provisions waiving legal rights or remedies

provided by laws or regulations of the Federal Government or the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or the Commission through contract provisions orregulations.

4.b. Prime contractor will not impose provisions on DB subcontracts that are more onerous or

restrictive than the terms of the prime's contract withnon-DBs.

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4.c. Subcontracts should evidence that DB subcontractors were advised of the availability of mobilization funds and that they were provided an opportunity to refuse said mobilization. Include a signed statement with the subcontract attesting to theaforementioned.

4.d. Executed copies of subcontracts/purchase orders are to be received by the Commission

before the commencement of work by the DB.

5. Payments to DB Subcontractors

projects.

5.a. Checks should be issued for this project only and not commingled with payment forother

5.b. Dual party checks should be issued only with the concurrence of both the DB and the prime contractor. If no agreement can be reached, the prime contractor must demonstrate a clear business necessity for same.

5.c. Payments to DBs are to be made within five business days of receipt of payment by the

prime contractor.

6. Construction

6.a. Sufficient notice is to be given to DBs concerning the initial and subsequent construction meeting which impact on their area of work. Written notice is to be provided concerning the time, date, and location of the aforementioned meetings. Before the commencement of work by the DBs, a meeting will be scheduled by the project superintendent to clarify scheduling, work expectations, and payment schedule. Notice will be provided to the Director of the Commission’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion or his/her designee that the aforementioned meeting has occurred.

6.b. DBs should not have more restrictive requirements placed upon them than is placed upon

other non-DBs subcontractors/suppliers on the project.

(f) Post-Construction Evaluation. Following completion of the Contractor’s work, the Director of the Commission’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion or his/her designee will review the overall DB participation to assess the Contractor’s compliance with Section 303 and this specification section. Appropriate sanctions may be imposed under 62 Pa.C.S. § 531 (relating to debarment or suspension) for a Contractor’s failure to comply with Section 303 or the withinspecification.

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P.T.C. FORM 22-94-16R

Prime Contractor:

DIVERSE BUSINESS (DB) SUBCONTRACTOR AND SUPPLIER

SOLICITATIONSHEET

Bid Date: County:

Contract No.

Address:

Telephone Number: Contact Person:

FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE REQUIRED INFORMATION ON DB PARTICIPATION WILL RESULT IN REJECTION

OF THE BID AS BEING NON-RESPONSIVE

Twp./Boro

Minimum Participation Level:

List DB firms solicited to perform subcontracting work or to supply materials.

INDICATE DB TYPE OF CONTACTED QUOTE COMPANY NAME AND CONTACT

PERSON’S NAME

ADDRESS AND ZIP CODE

TELEPHONE NUMBER WITH

AREA CODE

DESIGNATION (MBE, WBE,

VBE OR SDVBE)

SUBCONTRACT WORK OR

MATERIALS Date

Method (Phone, Fax E-mail, etc)

RECEIVED

YES NO

DOLLAR AMOUNT

CONTRACTOR’S CONTACT WITH THE SOLICITED SUBCONTRACTORS AND SUPPLIERS SHALL BE AT LEAST 10 DAYS PRIOR TO THE BID DATE TO ENSURE THAT THE SOLICITED FIRMS HAVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO ADEQUATELY PREPARE THEIR BID. IF THE CONTRACT’S MINIMUM PARTICIPATION LEVEL IS NOT ACHIEVED THROUGH A COMBINATION OF SUBCONTRACTOR AND SUPPLIER ACTIVITY, YOU MUST SUPPLY SUFFICIENT INFORMATION FOR A DETERMINATION TO BE MADE THAT YOUR FIRM IS A RESPONSIBLE BIDDER.

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Prime Contractor:

Address:

Telephone Number: Contact Person:

DIVERSE BUSINESS (DB) SUBCONTRACTOR AND SUPPLIER

COMMITMENT SHEET

FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE REQUIRED INFORMATION ON DB PARTICIPATION WILL

RESULT IN REJECTION OF THE BID AS BEING NON-RESPONSIVE

Bid Date: County:

Contract No.

Twp./Boro

Minimum Participation Level:

List DB firms committed to perform subcontracting work or to supply materials.

DB Firm, Address,

INDICATE CONTACTED Subcontractor, Manufacturer,

Telephone No., Contact Person, Federal ID No.,

PennDOT Business Partner ID, if applicable

Certifying Organization

Cert.

Designation (MBE, WBE,

VBE or SDVBE)

Date

Method (Phone, Fax, E-mail, etc)

Commitment Letter Date

Sent

Description of work and Item Numbers,

if performing as a subcontractor

Regular Dealer, Transaction Expeditor/

Broker, Provider of BONA FIDE

Service

Agreement

Amount

Agreement:

Mobilization: DB Credit

Amount: Agreement:

Mobilization:

DB Credit Amount:

Agreement:

Mobilization: DB Credit

Amount: Agreement:

Mobilization:

DB Credit Amount:

CONTRACTOR’S CONTACT WITH THE SOLICITED SUBCONTRACTORS AND SUPPLIERS SHALL BE AT LEAST 10 DAYS PRIOR TO THE BID DATE TO ENSURE THAT THE SOLICITED FIRMS HAVE SUFFICIENT TIME TO ADEQUATELY PREPARE THEIR BID. IF THE CONTRACT’S MINIMUM PARTICIPATION LEVEL IS NOT ACHIEVED THROUGH A COMBINATION OF SUBCONTRACTOR AND SUPPLIER ACTIVITY, YOU MUST SUPPLY SUFFICIENT INFORMATION FOR A DETERMINATION TO BE MADE THAT YOUR FIRM IS A RESPONSIBLE BIDDER.

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