EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES CONTRACT. Financial Project Number

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1 EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES CONTRACT Financial Project Number Revised: 05/02/ /01/2016

2 EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES CONTRACT Financial Project Number Table of Contents I. PURPOSE... A-3 II. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED... A-3 A. Project Initiation... A-2 B. Data Collection... A-2 C. Field Reconnaissance... A-3 D. Field Investigation (Roadway)... A-4 E. Laboratory Testing (Roadway)... A-6 F. Preliminary Report (Roadway)... A-8 G. Field Investigation (Structures)... A-8 H. Laboratory Testing (Structures)... A-10 I. Preliminary Report (Structures)... A-12 J. Final Analysis and Report... A-14 K. Construction... A-14 L. Emergency Subsurface Investigations... A-16 III. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS... A-16 IV. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT... A-16 V. GENERAL... A-17 A. Kick-Off Meeting (Optional)... A-17 B. Submittals... A-17 C. Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CADD)... A-17 D. Project-Related Correspondence... A-17 E. Legal Proceedings... A-18 F. Professional Endorsement... A-18 G. Quality Assurance... A-18 H. Unforeseen Units of Work... A-18 I. Permitting Maintenance of Traffic... A-18 VI. DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES... A-19 VII. BEGINNING AND LENGTH OF SERVICES... A-19 i

3 EXHIBIT "A" SCOPE OF SERVICES FOR GEOTECHNICAL SERVICES CONTRACT Financial Project Number I. PURPOSE Consultant services in the areas of geotechnical investigation, analysis and design are required by the Department in support of preliminary engineering and construction-related efforts. In the execution of its services, the Consultant will work principally with and coordinate its activities with the Department's Project Manager(s) and Professional Services Unit. II. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED This section describes various work items which may be required of the Consultant. All of the work items will not necessarily be required in a single assignment. The Consultant shall be prepared to perform all work included in the work areas covered by the contract. When work items are referenced to existing specifications and/or standards, all work must strictly adhere to those specifications and/or standards unless alternate methods are approved in advance by the District Materials Engineer or the District Geotechnical Engineer. The Consultant shall be responsible for obtaining all manuals, guides, standards and procedures referenced in the following sections. A list of Department and Federal Highway Administration publications is available from the District Materials Engineer. The most recent editions of any publications shall be used. Services to be provided by the Consultant will be initiated and completed as directed by the Department s Project Manager for each assignment authorized under this Agreement. All work performed by the Consultant shall be in accordance with the Department's current Soils and Foundations Procedure Manual, the Federal Highway Administration's Checklist and Guidelines for Review of Geotechnical Reports and Preliminary Plans and Specifications, related directives, and referenced standards and specifications. The Consultant s services shall include, but not be limited to the following: Stage II A-1 May 2, 2016

4 A. Project Initiation Project initiation shall be a combined effort of the Consultant and the Department's Project Manager and shall include the appropriate activities listed or any other activity deemed necessary by the Department's Project Manager. All activities shall be measured and paid as stated in Exhibit B, Method of Compensation, and shall be considered incidental to project initiation. Project initiation shall include the following: 1. Meet with the Department's Project Manager to determine project scope and requirements 2. Meet with other Department employees and consultants as deemed necessary by the Department's Project Manager 3. Input geotechnical expertise and experience in early planning stages 4. Obtain preliminary plan and location for project 5. Initiate necessary calls and meetings for project B. Data Collection Data collection shall be a combined effort of the Consultant and the Department's Project Manager and shall include the appropriate activities listed or any other activity deemed necessary by the Department's Project Manager. All activities shall be measured and paid as stated in Exhibit B, Method of Compensation, and shall be considered incidental to data collection. Obtain all existing geotechnical data from: 1. Topographic maps 2. County agricultural soil maps 3. Aerial photographs 4. Ground water resources 5. Construction plans 6. Geology bulletins 7. Pile driving and construction records 8. Existing plans 9. Other sources Stage II A-2 May 2, 2016

5 C. Field Reconnaissance Field reconnaissance shall be a combined effort of the Consultant and the Department's Project Manager and shall include the appropriate activities listed or any other activity deemed necessary by the Department's Project Manager. All activities shall be measured and paid as stated in Exhibit B, Method of Compensation, and shall be considered incidental to field reconnaissance. Perform a site reconnaissance and note the following: 1. Location with detailed land description 2. Horizontal and vertical survey control 3. Geologic formations 4. Surface soils 5. Surface water (if applicable) 6. General site condition 7. Debris and/or sanitary dump locations 8. Presence of rock outcrop and rock type 9. Bridge condition from the aspect of widening or replacing (if applicable) 10. Conditions for detours 11. Foundation type, condition and location 12. Type, condition, and location of nearby structures 13. Visual evidence of scour at bridges or culverts 14. Site conditions relative to boring plan including site access, private property, and checking all field testing locations for existing utilities/obstructions and revising locations where necessary 15. Flow through dunes, soils, exposure, and flood elevations on FIRM maps 16. Presence of Hazardous Materials and Waste 17. Other pertinent data 18. Perform preliminary cost estimate Stage II A-3 May 2, 2016

6 19. Based on information from Section II, A, B and C, develop a plan for geotechnical investigation 20. Report field reconnaissance results covering items in Section II, C (1 and 19) D. Field Investigation (Roadway) The geotechnical investigation for roadways shall be conducted according to the Department's current Soils and Foundations Procedures Manual, the Federal Highway Administration's Checklist and Guidelines for Review of Geotechnical Reports and Preliminary Plans and Specifications, related directives, referenced standards and specifications, and/or as directed by the Department's Project Manager. The investigation plan (Section II, C, 19) must be approved in advance by the District Geotechnical Engineer and may be altered based on conditions encountered with the written consent of the District Geotechnical Engineer. The field investigation for roadway design may include, but is not limited to: 1. Mobilization of all equipment required for the operation of an individual field drilling or penetrometer rig under the following conditions: a. Site accessible to truck-mounted drilling equipment b. Site only accessible to all-terrain vehicle, track-mounted rig and/or extensive clearing required c. Testing to take place over water requiring use of a barge d. Use of a support vehicle to transport personnel and equipment e. Use of tripod mounted drilling equipment in locations inaccessible to vehicle mounted drills 2. Auger borings or soundings including water table readings: a. Hand auger b. Vehicle mounted auger 3. Standard Penetration Test (SPT) borings per ASTM D 1586 including water table readings. Test intervals are typically 5 ft in homogeneous strata, but may be specified at 2.5 ft. Extra samples are taken in areas where continuous sampling is desired or at every change in strata. a. 0' to 50' depth Stage II A-4 May 2, 2016

7 b. 50' to 100' depth c. 100' to 150' depth d. 150' to 200' depth e. 200' to 250' depth 4. Cone Penetrometer Test (CPT) borings per ASTM D 3441 including water table readings a. 0' to 100' depth b. 100' to 200' depth 5. Field Vane Shear Tests per ASTM D Dilatometer tests 7. Thin-walled tube samples per ASTM D Grout and seal bore holes in accordance with state and local laws 9. Permits for test borings or other work items 10. Field Permeability Tests with documentation of method used 11. Double ring infiltration tests per ASTM D Percolation tests with documentation of method used. 13. Muck probing (Two man or three man crew with equipment, includes mobilization) 14. Pavement cores in asphaltic concrete 15. Pavement cores in portland cement concrete 16. Provide survey services to locate and determine elevations of field testing locations (three man crew with equipment) 17. Groundwater samples for physical and chemical analysis 18. Geophysical Investigations (including electrical resistivity and ground penetrating radar) 19. Temporary Casing Stage II A-5 May 2, 2016

8 20. Stand by time for drilling 21. Traffic control 22. Monitor well installation and data acquisition 23. Plug/seal existing water wells in accordance with state and local laws. Provide all necessary materials, labor and equipment. 24. Obtain environmental corrosion samples of soil and water for testing 25. Install and monitor Time Domain Reflectometry equipment E. Laboratory Testing (Roadway) The laboratory testing shall be carried out according to the designated procedures or directives. The laboratory testing plan shall be included in the plan for geotechnical investigation (Section II, C, 19). Neither the laboratory testing plan nor the designated procedures may be altered without the advance written consent of the District Geotechnical Engineer. The laboratory testing for roadway may include, but is not limited to: 1. Grain size analyses conducted according to FM 1-T88 and related standards (Complete Hydrometer Analysis) 2. Atterberg limits conducted according to FM 1-T89 and FM 1-T90 and related standards 3. Moisture content tests conducted according to FM 1-T265 and related standards 4. Organic content by loss on ignition tests conducted according to FM 1-T267 and related standards 5. Organic content by wet combustion tests conducted according to FM 1- T194 and related standards 6. Specific gravity tests conducted according to FM 1-T100 and related standards 7. LBR tests conducted according to FM and related standards using a minimum of four (4) molds and four (4) data points on the curve 8. Consolidation tests conducted according to FM 1-T216 and directions from the Department's Project Manager Stage II A-6 May 2, 2016

9 9. Triaxial compression tests conducted according to FM 1-T234 and directions from the Department's Project Manager 10. Unconfined compression tests conducted according to ASTM D 2166 and directions from the Department's Project Manager 11. Corrosion classification tests conducted according to Department directives and the following: a. ph tests conducted according to ASTM D 1293 (water) and ASTM G 51 (soil) b. Resistivity tests conducted according to ASTM D 1125 (water) and ASTM G 57 (soil) c. Chloride content tests conducted according to ASTM D 512 d. Sulfate content tests conducted according to ASTM D 4130 l2. ph tests conducted according to ASTM E Gradation Test for Classification (Method FM1-T088 or FM1-T027) 14. Mineral identifications 15. Standard water quality determination 16. Splitting Tension tests according to ASTM D Direct shear tests according to AASHTO T236 or ASTM D Standard Proctor compaction tests, FM Modified Proctor compaction tests, FM Maximum index relative density, ASTM D Minimum index relative density, ASTM D Permeability test for granular soils with constant head, ASTM D Permeability test for fine-grained soils with falling head, FM Measurement of hydraulic conductivity of saturated porous materials using a flexible wall permeameter, ASTM D Extraction of bitumen, FM 5-T164 Stage II A-7 May 2, 2016

10 26. Analysis of extracted aggregate, FM 1-T030 F. Preliminary Report (Roadway) The Consultant shall prepare a Preliminary Geotechnical Report for review by the District Geotechnical Engineer. The Preliminary Report shall incorporate all elements derived in Section II, A and E, inclusive, as well as any additions, alterations, and changes directed by the Department's Project Manager. If additional field investigation and/or laboratory testing is required, such work shall be performed and payment made under Section A and E as is appropriate. The Preliminary Report shall include, but not be limited to: 1. Soil boring data plotted on roadway cross sections and boring logs as directed by the Department's Project Manager including water table elevations 2. Report of tests sheets drawn with recommendations for roadway construction in accordance with the Department's Standard Index 500 and Index Determination of design LBR for soil support in conformance with the Department's Flexible Pavement Design Manual 4. Report of corrosion classification tests and classification for alternate drainage structure design 5. Table of permeability parameters for specific soils 6. A soil survey report describing soil conditions and other pertinent data 7. Determination of special consideration and consideration and recommendations for treatment of unsuitable materials 8. Determination of preconsolidation of weak soils from laboratory tests 9. Determination of estimated settlement and settlement rate 10. Estimate of seasonal high/low ground water table elevations 11. Submittal of Preliminary Report (Roadways) to Department's District Geotechnical Engineer for review G. Field Investigation (Structures) The geotechnical investigation for structures shall be conducted according to the Department's current Soils and Foundations Procedures Manual, the Federal Stage II A-8 May 2, 2016

11 Highway Administration's Checklist and Guidelines for Review of Geotechnical Reports and Preliminary Plans and Specifications, related directives referenced standards and specifications, and/or as directed by the Department's Project Manager. The investigation plan (Section II, C, 19) must be approved in advance by the District Geotechnical Engineer and may be altered based on conditions encountered with the written consent of the District Geotechnical Engineer. The field investigation for structures may include, but is not limited to: 1. Mobilization of all equipment required for the operation of an individual field drilling or penetrometer rig under the following conditions: a. Site accessible to truck-mounted drilling equipment b. Site only accessible to all-terrain vehicle, track-mounted rig and/or extensive clearing required c. Testing to take place over water requiring use of a barge d. Use of a support vehicle to transport personnel and equipment e. Use of tripod mounted drilling equipment in locations inaccessible to vehicle mounted drills 2. Auger borings or soundings including water table readings a. Hand augers b. Vehicle mounted augers 3. Standard Penetration Test (SPT) borings per ASTM D 1586 including water table readings. Test intervals are typically 5 ft in homogeneous strata, but may be specified at 2.5 ft. Extra samples are taken in areas where continuous sampling is desired or at every change in strata. a. 0' to 50' depth b. 50' to 100' depth c. 100' to 150' depth d. 150' to 200' depth e. 200' to 250' depth 4. Cone Penetrometer Test (CPT) borings per ASTM D 3441 including water table readings Stage II A-9 May 2, 2016

12 a. 0' to 100' depth b. 100' to 200' depth 5. Field Vane Shear Tests per ASTM D Dilatometer Tests 7. Thin-walled tube samples per ASTM D Rock cores to be obtained using a BW core barrel (2.38 i.d.) or larger, if necessary for increased recovery, at the discretion of the District Geotechnical Engineer as per ASTM D-2113 or AASHTO T Engineering support required in conjunction with determination of piezometric head of artesian aquifers if encountered 10. Obtain environmental corrosion samples of soil and water for testing 11. Obtain samples to determine D50 grain size 12. Monitor well installation and data acquisition 13. Grout and seal bore holes in accordance with state and local laws 14. Permits for test borings or other work items 15. Miscellaneous drilling services not covered elsewhere 16. Traffic control 17. Provide survey services to locate and determine elevations of field testing locations (three man crew with equipment) 18. Temporary casing 19. Stand-by time for drilling H. Laboratory Testing (Structures) The laboratory testing shall be carried out according to the designated procedures or directives. The laboratory testing plan shall be included in the geotechnical investigation plan (Section II, C, 19). Neither the laboratory testing plan nor the designated procedures may be altered without the advance written consent of the District Geotechnical Engineer. The laboratory testing for structures may include, but is not limited to: Stage II A-10 May 2, 2016

13 1. Grain-size analyses conducted according to FM 1-T88 and related standards (Complete Hydrometer Analysis) 2. Atterberg limits conducted according to FM 1-T89 and FM 1-T90 and related standards 3. Moisture content tests conducted according to FM 1-T265 and related standards 4. Organic content by loss on ignition tests conducted according to FM 1-T267 and related standards 5. Organic content by wet combustion tests conducted according to FM 1- T194 and related standards 6. Specific gravity tests conducted according to FM 1-T100 and related standards 7. Sieve analyses (3) minimum for D50 determinations conducted according to FM 1-T88 8. Consolidation tests conducted according to FM 1-T216 and directions from the Department's Project Manager 9. Triaxial compression tests conducted according to FM 1-T234 and directions from the Department's Project Manager 10. Unconfined compression tests conducted according to ASTM D 2166 and directions from the Department's Project Manager 11. Corrosion tests for environmental classification conducted according to Department directives and the following: a. ph tests conducted according to ASTM D 1293 (water) and ASTM G 51 (soil) b. Resistivity tests conducted according to ASTM D 1125 (water) and ASTM G 57 (soil) c. Chloride content tests conducted according to ASTM D 512 d. Sulfate content tests conducted according to ASTM D ph tests conducted according to ASTM E Gradation Test for Classification (Method FM1-T088 or FM1-T027) Stage II A-11 May 2, 2016

14 14. Splitting Tension tests ASTM D-3967 with variations noted 15. Unconfined compression testing (rock), ASTM D Preparation of core, ASTM D-4543 I. Preliminary Report (Structures) The Consultant shall prepare a Preliminary Geotechnical Report for review by the District Geotechnical Engineer. The Preliminary Report shall incorporate all elements derived in Section II, A through C, G and H inclusive as well as any additions, alterations, and changes directed by the Department's Project Manager. If additional field investigation and/or laboratory testing is required, such work shall be performed and payment made under Section II, G and H, as is appropriate. The Preliminary Report shall include, but not be limited to: 1. Summary of background data 2. Analysis of foundation alternatives, to include: a. Spread footings b. Prestressed concrete piling of various sizes and capacities c. Steel H-piles of various sizes and capacities d. Steel pipe piles of various sizes and capacities e. Drilled shafts of various sizes and capacities f. Other feasible foundation types g. Basis of recommended selection h. Reasons for dismissal of non-feasible alternatives i. Evaluation of retained earth walls for external and internal stability (if applicable) j. Evaluation of other wall systems for external stability (if applicable) 3. Analysis of design soil resistance, including: a. Plots of design and ultimate compression and tension (if applicable) soil resistance versus elevation for all feasible foundation sizes and alternatives Stage II A-12 May 2, 2016

15 b. Calculation of lateral soil resistance and allowable lateral load for all feasible foundation alternatives (if applicable) c. Plots of allowable lateral loads (if applicable) 4. A detailed boring/sounding standard sheet for inclusion in the construction plans as directed by the Department's Project Manager, to include: a. Environmental classifications for substructure and superstructure b. Specialized construction requirements 5. A summary of all pertinent soil parameters used in analysis calculations. The source of all parameters shall be clearly indicated as deriving from tests, correlations with tests, or standard references. The summary shall include, but is not limited to: a. Unit weight b. Existing ground water (dated) and seasonal high groundwater elevations c. Consolidation parameters d. Cohesion e. Internal friction angle f. 50% stress level g. Modulus of subgrade reaction h. Other parameters as required by the Department's Project Manager 6. A Construction information report. As a minimum, the report should address: a. Estimated hammer requirements and maximum driving resistance anticipated b. Provisions for footing or shaft construction, as applicable c. Recommendations on test pile/shaft plans, as applicable d. Recommended Special Provisions for soils-related construction considerations Stage II A-13 May 2, 2016

16 e. Plan sheets for special treatments, as necessary 7. An appendix, to include as a minimum: a. SPT boring logs b. CPT sounding logs c. Data from specialized field tests d. Laboratory test data sheets e. Engineering analysis notes 8. The preliminary structures report shall be submitted to the District Geotechnical Engineer for review and approval prior to incorporation into the final report. J. Final Analysis and Report After review of the Preliminary Reports (Roadway and Structures) by the District Geotechnical Engineer, the Consultant shall prepare a Final Geotechnical Report incorporating all elements of the Preliminary Reports and any additions, alterations, and changes directed by the Department's Project Manager. If additional field investigation and/or laboratory testing is required, such work shall be performed and payment made under Section II D, E, G and H, as is appropriate. The Final Geotechnical Report shall include final recommendations for roadway and structure designs and all design data necessary to implement those recommendations, as well as the same design data for all technically and economically feasible alternatives. The Final Geotechnical Report shall also include all drawings, plans, and special provisions necessary to implement the recommended designs in a format consistent with Department standards and specifications. The Consultant shall also attach as an appendix a copy of the checklist contained in the Checklist and Guidelines for Review of Geotechnical Reports and Preliminary Plans and Specifications, duly completed. The Consultant shall submit the Final Geotechnical Report to the District Geotechnical Engineer for review and approval. The Consultant shall make any improvements directed by the District Geotechnical Engineer and the Department's Project Manager and resubmit the Final Geotechnical Report appropriately signed and sealed as directed by the Department of Professional Regulation. K. Construction The Consultant shall perform activities during the pre-construction and/or construction phases as requested by the Department's Project Manager. All Stage II A-14 May 2, 2016

17 activities shall be coordinated with the District Geotechnical Engineer and District Construction Engineer or their representatives according to standard Department practice. Activities may include, but are not limited to: 1. Analysis of pile driving dynamics based on data supplied by the Contractor employing the wave equation analysis. The computer program used shall be approved in advance by the District Geotechnical Engineer. The Consultant shall provide graphs of the following: 1) ultimate soil resistance as a function of the number of blows per foot and 2) maximum pile tensile and compression stresses as a function of blows per foot 2. Conduct pile/drilled shaft load tests by standard methods as approved by the District Geotechnical Engineer 3. Conduct pile/drilled shaft load tests by quick-load methods as approved by the District Geotechnical Engineer 4. Perform pile driving analysis utilizing dynamic measurement devices as approved by the District Geotechnical Engineer 5. Perform drilled shaft inspections and construction monitoring as approved by the District Geotechnical Engineer 6. Analysis and reporting of load test data 7. Monitoring of settlement platform installation 8. Monitoring, performing analysis, and reporting settlement platform data 9. Pile Integrity Tester 10. Installation of piezometers 11. Monitoring, analyzing, and reporting of piezometer data 12. Installation of slope inclinometer casing 13. Monitoring, analyzing, and reporting of slope inclinometer data 14. Monitoring of geotextile/geogrid installation 15. Monitoring of sand drain/wick drain installation 16. Monitoring of other specialized geotechnical methods and/or equipment during construction phase including PIT testing of piles and shafts 17. Serve as technical expert in the investigation and analysis of unforeseen Stage II A-15 May 2, 2016

18 geotechnical problems during the construction phase 18. Providing the labor necessary to perform Section II, K1, K2, K3, K4, K5 19. Perform building condition surveys before construction begins and after work is complete. Monitor vibrations during construction to determine potential for structural or cosmetic damage 20. Perform cross-hole sonic logging to determine the integrity of drilled shaft foundations and slurry walls L. Emergency Subsurface Investigations The Consultant may be requested to investigate roadway, drainage or structural problems to determine if the cause is a geotechnical issue. Investigations may occur on existing facilities or on-going construction projects. All activities shall be coordinated with the District Geotechnical Engineer, the Department s Project Manager or their representative. Conditions that potentially endanger the public, facilities or the environment may require immediate response (i.e., after normal working hours, at night, weekends or holidays). Activities may include, but are not limited to any field and laboratory services previously listed in this Scope, and preparation of plans and/or specifications to remediate unsuitable soil conditions. III. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS The Consultant shall have in their employ at least two (2) professional engineers currently registered in the State of Florida with geotechnical expertise to sign and seal all final reports and plans. The Consultant shall have sufficient staff and equipment to provide the services requested in time to meet production schedules. All sampling, testing and inspection shall be performed by qualified personnel. The minimum requirements acceptable for each area of work is shown below: A. FDOT-certified laboratory and roadway technician and previous experience B. Previous experience in inspection, sampling and testing C. FDOT inspected and approved laboratory with previous experience in performing testing according to Florida methods Individual technicians performing tests shall demonstrate competence to FDOT on appropriate test. IV. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT Stage II A-16 May 2, 2016

19 Measurement and payment for the Consultant services shall be in accordance with Exhibit B, Method of Compensation. Appropriate field logs, laboratory test sheets and/or summary sheets shall be included in payment requests to verify work which has been performed. V. GENERAL A. Kick-Off Meeting (Optional) The Department shall conduct a Kick-Off meeting with the Consultant immediately following execution of the Agreement. The Consultant representation should include at a minimum the Project Engineer and the Assistant Project Manager. The purpose of this introductory meeting is threefold: 1. The Department will render all relevant information in its possession. 2. The Department will establish any ground rules upon which the work will be conducted. 3. The Department will explain the financial and technical administration of the contract. B. Submittals Upon completion of a work order, the Consultant shall deliver to the Department, in an organized manner, all project files, maps, sketches, worksheets, plans, aerial photography, computer aided drafting and design tapes, and other materials used or generated during the performance of services requested in this Scope. C. Computer-Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) The use of CADD is mandatory for the performance of services required in connection with this project. The deliverable plans/maps shall be produced to the level of quality required by the Department s Structures Detailing Manual, CADD Manual (Production Criteria) and Plans Preparation Manual. D. Project-Related Correspondence The Consultant shall furnish copies of all written correspondence between the Consultant and any other party pertaining specifically to a work order to the Department for their records within one week of the receipt or mailing of such correspondence. The Consultant is responsible for recording and distributing the minutes of all Stage II A-17 May 2, 2016

20 meetings pertaining to this contract. E. Legal Proceedings The Consultant shall serve as an expert witness in any legal proceeding if required by the Department. The fee for these services shall be established if, and when, they are needed. F. Professional Endorsement The Consultant shall furnish to the Department upon completion of a work order all original plan sheets, two sets of record prints, one set of special provisions and all reference and support documents utilized in the preparation of the contract plans package (when applicable). Record prints, special provisions, and/or reference and support documents shall be professionally endorsed by the Consultant's Professional Engineer in responsible charge of the work order. The professional endorsement shall be performed in accordance with Chapter of the Florida Statutes, Chapter 61G15-23 of the Florida Administrative Code and Chapter 19 of the Department's Plans Preparation Manual. G. Quality Assurance In order to assure that the Department will be provided with accurate, high quality test results and reports, the Consultant is required to establish a Quality Control process for reviewing all work efforts prior to submittal to the Department. A Quality Control Plan shall be submitted outlining the process for reviewing test procedures, calculations, and test reports. H. Unforeseen Units of Work The Consultant may be required to perform units of work related to the Scope of Services described herein; but not specifically identified as an item for payment in Exhibit B, Method of Compensation. The unit costs for unforeseen units of work shall be negotiated in accordance with Exhibit B, Section 2.2, Optional Services. I. Permitting Maintenance of Traffic During the performance of any work activity by the Consultant within the right-ofway, traffic shall be maintained on all affected roadways throughout the duration of the contract. If an activity is to be performed which will disturb the right-of-way, place permanent or long term reference points, monuments, monitoring installation, etc., or will require a Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) setup to be in compliance with the Series 600 Standard Indices, a Special Use Permit must be submitted to the Local Maintenance Office (LMO) and approved. If excavation, boring or otherwise disturbing the right-of-way takes place, a letter of notification to all concerned Stage II A-18 May 2, 2016

21 utilities shall be submitted with the permit submittal. Only one (1) permit need be submitted prior to the initial field activity of the contract; however, during the duration of the contract, the LMO shall be notified 48 hours in advance of initiating any activity that disturbs the right-of-way or requires an MOT. In the event an activity is scheduled which requires an MOT plan that is not covered by any of the Series 600 Indices, a site specified MOT plan signed and sealed by a registered engineer must be submitted to the LMO for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the planned activity. Special Use Permit forms may be obtained from and submitted to the following LMO's: Brooksville Operations Pinellas Operations Tampa Operations Springhill Drive 5211 Ulmerton Road 2820 Leslie Road Brooksville, FL Clearwater, FL Tampa, Florida VI. DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES The Department will provide technical administration of the contract, conduct laboratory inspections, review actual test methods and procedures, review test results and reports, review invoice submittals, and generally determine compliance with this contract. VII. BEGINNING AND LENGTH OF SERVICES Services to be rendered by the CONSULTANT, as herein described, for this Agreement shall be for a period of sixty (60) months. The time of completion for each assigned project shall be stated in the Scope of Services for that particular project. The DEPARTMENT's District Professional Service's Administrator shall furnish the CONSULTANT a Task Work Order specifying the work to be done and the fees to be paid for each task authorized under this Agreement. No work shall be commenced by the CONSULTANT before receipt of a Task Work Order. Stage II A-19 May 2, 2016