Newsletter 2016-1 January 8, 2016 MAKE PLANS NOW TO ATTEND TRANSPORTATION DAY - JANUARY 18, 2016; FUNDING CAMPAIGN TO BE UNVEILED West Virginians for Better Transportation (WVBT) will be hosting “Transportation Day at the State Capitol” on Monday, January 18. Plan to join with others interested in the future of West Virginia’s transportation system and show support for a long-term solution for the state’s roads, bridges and highways. Members are urged to gather at the state Capitol and meet with legislators to help educate lawmakers about the challenges facing transportation across the state. “We are expecting another great day…with a large number of organizations and companies participating in the 2016 event,” said Carol Fulks, WVBT’s Chairman. This is the fifth year that WVBT has organized this gathering. “We’ve invited Gov. Tomblin, Senate President Bill Cole, House Speaker Tim Armstead and the Transportation Committee chairs in both houses to speak to our group. I know that I am looking forward to hearing their plans for funding roads and bridges,” the chairwoman said. “We also will be unveiling the new “Fix Our Roads” campaign that will kick off January 18. The campaign will talk about the needs to maintain our roads and bridges.” NEW SECURITY AT STATE CAPITOL CAWV members are asked to arrive by 9:00 a.m. New security procedures are in place and visitors will have to go through a metal detector. Only two entrances are open to the public. One is the East Wing Entrance on California Avenue at the door closest to Washington Street. The second is the West Wing Entrance at the door directly across from the Culture Center. The program will begin at 10 a.m. The good news is that January 18 is a state and federal holiday so there may be less people trying to enter the Capitol that day. After the presentations, members are asked to visit their legislators to talk about the impact the lack of highway funding is having on their companies and their employees. Since it is a holiday, WVBT will be the main attraction at the Capitol. Companies and organizations wishing to exhibit will have prime space. There is no cost to exhibit, but pre- registration is required (these are available on a first-come, first reserve basis). A registration form is attached to this week’s Newsletter for those interested in attending or exhibiting. For additional information, call the CAWV at (304) 342-1166. RESIGNATIONS DOT THE LEGISLATIVE LANDSCAPE New legislators will be named before the start of next week’s legislative session as a number of veteran lawmakers recently announced their resignations. Senator Daniel Hall made news in 2014 when he switched his party registration from Democrat to Republican to give Republicans an 18-16 majority and control of the West Virginia Senate. He announced that he is leaving the Senate to accept a position with the National Rifle Association. A number of pundits and lawyers have weighed in on whether the position should be filled by a Democrat since Sen. Hall was a Democrat at the time of the election or whether a Republican should be appointed since we was a
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Newsletter 2016-1 January 8, 2016 MAKE PLANS NOW TO ATTEND TRANSPORTATION DAY - JANUARY 18, 2016; FUNDING CAMPAIGN TO BE UNVEILED West Virginians for Better Transportation (WVBT) will be hosting “Transportation Day at the State Capitol” on Monday, January 18. Plan to join with others interested in the future of West Virginia’s transportation system and show support for a long-term solution for the state’s roads, bridges and highways. Members are urged to gather at the state Capitol and meet with legislators to help educate lawmakers about the challenges facing transportation across the state. “We are expecting another great day…with a large number of organizations and companies participating in the 2016 event,” said Carol Fulks, WVBT’s Chairman. This is the fifth year that WVBT has organized this gathering. “We’ve invited Gov. Tomblin, Senate President Bill Cole, House Speaker Tim Armstead and the Transportation Committee chairs in both houses to speak to our group. I know that I am looking forward to hearing their plans for funding roads and bridges,” the chairwoman said. “We also will be unveiling the new “Fix Our Roads” campaign that will kick off January 18. The campaign will talk about the needs to maintain our roads and bridges.” NEW SECURITY AT STATE CAPITOL CAWV members are asked to arrive by 9:00 a.m. New security procedures are in place and visitors will have to go through a metal detector. Only two entrances are open to the public. One is the East Wing Entrance on California Avenue at the door closest to Washington Street. The second is the West Wing Entrance at the door directly across from the Culture Center. The program will begin at 10 a.m. The good news is that January 18 is a state and federal holiday so there may be less people trying to enter the Capitol that day. After the presentations, members are asked to visit their legislators to talk about the impact the lack of highway funding is having on their companies and their employees. Since it is a holiday, WVBT will be the main attraction at the Capitol. Companies and organizations wishing to exhibit will have prime space. There is no cost to exhibit, but pre-registration is required (these are available on a first-come, first reserve basis). A registration form is attached to this week’s Newsletter for those interested in attending or exhibiting. For additional information, call the CAWV at (304) 342-1166. RESIGNATIONS DOT THE LEGISLATIVE LANDSCAPE New legislators will be named before the start of next week’s legislative session as a number of veteran lawmakers recently announced their resignations. Senator Daniel Hall made news in 2014 when he switched his party registration from Democrat to Republican to give Republicans an 18-16 majority and control of the West Virginia Senate. He announced that he is leaving the Senate to accept a position with the National Rifle Association. A number of pundits and lawyers have weighed in on whether the position should be filled by a Democrat since Sen. Hall was a Democrat at the time of the election or whether a Republican should be appointed since we was a
Republican when he resigned. Many think no matter what party the governor appoints to fill the position a challenge will be made to the West Virginia Supreme Court. Amanda Pasdon, R-Monongalia, cited health reasons for her decision to give up her House of Delegates seat and chair of the House Education Committee. Delegate Paul Espinoza, R-Jefferson, who previously announced he would run for Senate in the 16th District will now run for reelection in the House after being appointed Education Committee chair by Speaker Tim Armstead. Linda Good Phillips, D-Wyoming, is resigning, as is Harry Keith White, D-Mingo, former House Finance Committee Chairman and House Majority Leader. Senator David Nohe, R-Wood, resigned earlier and has been replaced by Del. Bob Ashley, R-Roane. Del. Larry Williams, D-Preston, resigned and was replaced by Steven Shaffer. The 2017 Legislature will see newcomers as four senators have already announced they will not seek reelection, including Senate President Bill Cole and Senate Minority Leader Jeff Kessler who are running for governor. Twelve delegates are either retiring at the end of this year or are giving up their seats in order to run for other offices, including Senate, Auditor and Secretary of State. Senator Kent Leonhardt is running for Agriculture Commissioner but he is in the middle of his four year term. If he is not successful in his campaign, he will continue to serve his term in the Senate. In related issues, Booth Goodwin announced his resignation as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia to run in the Democratic primary for Governor. He joins Senate President Jeff Kessler and Greenbrier Hotel owner Jim Justice in a three-way race. Secretary of Administration Jason Pizatella chaired his last meeting Wednesday of the West Virginia Infrastructure Council. He has announced his is retiring to run for the position of State Auditor. CAWV LEGISLATIVE BULLETINS AND ALERTS TO BEGIN JANUARY 18 Starting Monday, January 18, members will receive, via e-mail, the CAWV Legislative Bulletin. It will contain up-to-the-minute information on issues affecting the contracting industry and association members. The Legislative Bulletin will not be included with the weekly Newsletter. The 2016 legislative session kicks off Wednesday, January 13. In addition to the Monday morning Legislative Bulletins, the CAWV will be sending out Legislative Alerts throughout the coming weeks to members via email. Members will also find requests to send letters through the CAWV’s Legislative Action Center, powered by BIPAC. When necessary, the CAWV will provide members with a letter template, and with just a few clicks, a personalized letter or email can be sent. BIPAC also provides a “Find Your Legislator” feature, election information and a refresher on government. Members will be encouraged to contact their senators and delegates on key legislative issues, and instructions on how to do so through BIPAC will be included in Legislative Alerts. CAWV WELCOMES RENA MOLES The CAWV is pleased to announce that Rena Moles has joined the staff as Staff Assistant to both the CAWV and the West Virginia Construction and Design EXPO. Her knowledge and experience of the construction industry will be beneficial to the association, as she has worked with CAWV firms Rudd Equipment Company and Walker Machinery Company for nearly 20 years. “We are pleased that Rena has joined the CAWV family,” said CAWV Executive Director Mike Clowser. “She brings attributes to our staff that will be of great benefit to our members and our organization.” Members are encouraged to call Rena at 304-342-1166 and welcome her to the Association.
CHANGES NOTED ON SCHEDULE OF EVENTS PAGE Members will note a few changes in this week’s Schedule of Events page. The Bid Date, Project Name and Contact information on each project remains the same. Added is “Document Location” which will show where plans and documents can be obtained. The “Bulletin” section will show the date and specific bulletin in which the original notification was published. This section will also note which bin in the CAWV Plan Room the plans are located. The Schedule of Events will also note if plans are available in paper, disc or digital form. The CAWV will no longer be putting an iSqFt tracking number on a project (the number on the far right such as 2547729). The changes stem from a new arrangement with iSqFt, the internet plan room services company that the CAWV has partnered with since 2005. CAWV members who subscribe to iSqFt will continue to get project information directly through iSqFt as they have in the past. The CAWV will continue to operate our project information and plan room, just as we have for over five decades. Rena Moles will be assisting CAWV Plan Room Administrator Cheryl Clark in working with owners, architects and engineers in obtaining bidding information on building, heavy/highway and utility construction projects. Architects and engineers will continue to send plans and specs for inclusion in the CAWV Plan Room. Architects and engineers will continue to schedule prebid meetings by contacting Cheryl at 304-342-1166 or [email protected] Members are welcome to review plans in the CAWV Plan Room. Members can use the computer and monitor in the Plan Room if documents are only available in disc or digital format. For new members of the CAWV, the Plan Room is accessible to members 24 hours a day, seven days a week, via a combination lock on the Plan Room door. Anyone needing the combination in order to view plans and specs when the CAWV office is closed, please call Cheryl Clark or Rena Moles. WEST VIRGINIA INCREASES MINIMUM WAGE FOR SECOND YEAR IN A ROW Starting January 1, 2016, West Virginia’s lowest-earning workers received a pay raise, as the state’s minimum wage increased from $8 to $8.75 an hour. The last increase was included in a 2014 law, which raised the wage in January 2015 from $7.25 to $8 an hour. Prior to the 2015 change, West Virginia hadn’t seen an increase in the wage since 2008. The Mountain State was one of 14 states to see the minimum wage raise on New Year’s Day. FEEDBACK REQUESTED: 811 NEEDS CONTRACTOR INPUT – SEE MUNICIPAL/UTILITY BULLETIN AGC of America is conducting a survey on behalf of the Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the national association representing the underground utility industry and the 811 Number. Everyone who digs or excavates is asked to take one minute to provide feedback that will directly impact the evolution of the 811 Call Before You Dig effort. See this week’s Municipal/Utility Bulletin to take the survey. LAST CHANGE TO GET THE EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT FOR WV EXPO Nearly 100 companies have already reserved booth space for the 37th Annual West Virginia Construction and Design Exposition on March 23 and 24, 2016 at the Charleston Civic Center. Reserve your space today to take advantage of the early payment discount. Get $50 off per booth if purchased before January 15, 2016. Additional information on the show can be found at www.wvexpo.com.
CAWV MIDYEAR MEETING APPROACHING, SPONSORS NEEDED CAWV Associate Division Chairman Eric Ramey is seeking sponsors for the Saturday evening reception and cocktail party being held during the CAWV Midyear Meeting, February 12 - 17, 2016, at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in the Walt Disney World Resort. Members of the Associate Division who wish to participate will be listed in the convention program, Newsletter, CAWV website and in the West Virginia Construction News magazine. “This is a great opportunity to show that your firm supports the CAWV and its membership,” said Chairman Ramey. “The Saturday evening reception is always very well attended and is a great time for members to network with their peers and catch up with friends. This year’s reception will feature your favorite Disney characters Mickey and Minnie and friends. I wholeheartedly encourage every member of the Associate Division to support this function.” Additional sponsorship opportunities are also available for various functions Forms are available on the CAWV website at www.cawv.org under events. Members who would like to sponsor can contact Wendy Long at (304) 342-1166 or [email protected].
2016 TRANSPORTATION DAY AT THE WEST VIRGINIA CAPITOL
Monday, January 18, 2016
SIGN-UP & EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION FORM
MAKE PLANS NOW TO ATTEND TRANSPORTATION DAY - JANUARY 18, 2016; FUNDING CAMPAIGN TO BE UNVEILED
West Virginians for Better Transportation (WVBT) will be hosting “Transportation Day at the State Capitol” on Monday, January
18. Plan to join with others interested in the future of West Virginia’s transportation system and show support for a long-term
solution for the state’s roads, bridges and highways. Members are urged to gather at the state Capitol and meet with
legislators to help educate lawmakers about the challenges facing transportation across the state.
“We are expecting another great day…with a large number of organizations and companies participating in the 2016 event,”
said Carol Fulks, WVBT’s Chairman. This is the fifth year that WVBT has organized this gathering. “We’ve invited Gov. Tomblin,
Senate President Bill Cole, House Speaker Tim Armstead and the Transportation Committee chairs in both houses to speak to
our group. I know that I am looking forward to hearing their plans for funding roads and bridges,” the chairwoman said. “We
also will be unveiling the new “Fix Our Roads” campaign that will kick off January 18. The campaign will talk about the needs to
maintain our roads and bridges.”
NEW SECURITY AT STATE CAPITOL
Attendees are asked to arrive by 9:00 a.m. New security procedures are in place and visitors will have to go through a metal
detector. Only two entrances are open to the public. One is the East Wing Entrance on California Avenue at the door closest
to Washington Street. The second is the West Wing Entrance at the door directly across from the Culture Center. The
program will begin at 10 a.m.
The good news is that January 18 is a state and federal holiday so there may be less people trying to enter the Capitol that day.
After the presentations, members are asked to visit their legislators to talk about the impact the lack of highway funding is
having on their companies and their employees.
Since it is a holiday, WVBT will be the main attraction at the Capitol. Companies and organizations wishing to exhibit will have
prime space outside the House chamber. There is no cost to exhibit, but pre-registration is required (these are available on a
first-come, first reserve basis). A registration form is attached to this week’s Newsletter for those interested in attending or
exhibiting. For additional information, call the CAWV at (304) 342-1166.
___ I would like my organization’s/company’s name listed as part of the participating entities for
Transportation Day on January 18, 2016. ___ I would like to reserve an exhibit spot at the State Capitol for 2015 Transportation Day. Company/Firm/Organization ___________________________________________________________ (please print - indicate how to be listed) Name ____________________________________________________________________________ Email ____________________________________________________________________________ Contact Phone # ____________________________________________________________________ For more info, please call (304) 342-1166. Return form by fax to (304) 342-1074 or via email to [email protected]
Parking is available at the Laidley Street lot and shuttle service will be provided to the Capitol. Please note new security at Capitol Complex
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January 8, 2016 **Plans in CAWV Physical Plan Room (^) Paper (+) Disc or Digital
# CAWV Listed as plan holder
The CAWV posts all projects announced in the Newsletter along with where the plans and specifications can be viewed. For more information, contact Cheryl Clark at (304) 342-1166 or email [email protected]. Bid Date Project Name Contact or Document Location Bulletin
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CAWV / WVDOH Aggregate Inspector Training Course Cedar Lakes, Ripley Contact Pat McDonald at (304) 342-1166 or [email protected]
1/12 WVU Art Museum Nath Sculpture Garden VanNostrand Architects (304) 473-0555
2562401
1/13 Daycare Window Replacement, Building 16, Capitol Complex
Jonathan Trout (304) 957-7153 (GSD16000000015)
2562582
1/13 New
**^OSR Cheyenne Sales Company S-2009-96, Upshur County
Beth Collins (304) 558-2157 (DEP1600000014)
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1/14 **^Water System Improvements Phase II, Contract 1, Marshall County PSD #2
Chairman Derick Foster has scheduled a meeting of the CAWV Joint Architects Committee on Wednesday, January 27, at 10:00 A.M. at the CAWV headquarters. Several industry issues will be on the agenda including: the recent changes to the School Building Authority of West Virginia Policy and Procedures Handbook, as well as the recent hiring of construction managers for some SBA projects. David Sneed, SBA Executive Director, and Scott Raines, SBA Director of Architectural Services, will join the committee at 11:30 to discuss both of these issues. Committee members will also receive updates from the various committee task forces. ONE-TIME PURCHASE OF PAGING EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION
Bids will be accepted until 12:00 PM on 1/19/2016 for a service / maintenance or supply contract for paging system equipment compatible with Motorola Minitor V pagers at William Sharpe, Jr. Hospital, Weston, West Virginia. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting to be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital, 936 Sharpe Hospital Road, Weston, WV 26452.Ask the switchboard to notify Bryan Gustke of your arrival. Bids should be submitted to www.wvOasis.gov and solicitation number WSH1600000015. For additional information contact WV State Purchasing Division, Mary Susie Teel at (304) 558-1294 or email [email protected] Plans and specifications are available from WV State Purchasing Division, Mary Teel, 2019 Washington St., E, PO Box 50130, Charleston, WV 25305 (304)558-1294. RECEIVING AREA/ PARKING LOT, RESTORE, CHARLESTON
Bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM on 1/29/2016 for construction of a new receiving area and front parking lot at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Charleston. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will bel held at 1:00 PM on 1/15/2016 at the Restore, 301 Piedmont Road, Charleston, WV 25301. Bids should be submitted to Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha and Putnam Counties, 301 Piedmont Road, Charleston, WV 25301. Plans and specifications are available from ZMM, Inc. Architects and Engineers at (304) 342-0159. Plans and specifications on CD are expected in the CAWV Physical Planroom.
A/E SERVICES, SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS, ROBERT SHELL JUVENILE CENTER Expressions of Interests will be accepted until 1:30 PM on 2/11/2016 from professional firms to provide architectural / engineering services for enhancements to the physical security by adding security cell doors, locks, sally ports and fencing upgrades at the Robert Shell Juvenile Center, Barboursville. Proposals should be submitted to www.wvOasis.gov and solicitation number DJS1600000001. For additional information contact WV State Purchasing Division, Crystal Rink, 2019 Washington Street, E, Charleston, WV 25305 (304)558- 2402 or email [email protected].
ROOF REPLACEMENT, CLEAR SPRING HIGH SCHOOL, WASHINGTON COUNTY, MARYLAND Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM on 2/4/2016 for roof replacement at Clear Spring High School for Washington County Public Schools. A pre-bid meeting will be held on 1/12/2016 at 4:00 PM at Clear Spring High School, 12630 Broadfording Road, Clear Spring, Maryland, 21722. Bids should be submitted to Washington County Public Schools Center for Education Services Purchasing Department, 10435 Downsville Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21740. Plans and specifications are available from http://wcpspurchasing.com/group/983/roof-replacement-clear-spring-high-school or phone (301) 766-2800. Plans and specifications are available in the CAWV Physical Planroom on CD in BIN 2. WVU MOUNTAINEER PRACTICE FIELD PHASE 2 UPGRADE (Bid 1/7/2016)
March-Westin Company, Inc. ............................................................................... $ 968,128
Lombardi Development Company ............................................................................ 1,096,300 Manheim Corporation............................................................................................... 1,107,000 Bedway Development Corporation ........................................................................... 1,150,000 Lee Reger Builds, Inc. ........................................................................................... 1,366,000 Wolf Creek Contracting Company, LLC ............................................................... 1,427,582
PRT LOW VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR FOR SUBSTATIONS 2, 3, 5, AND 7 (Bid 12/30/2015) Chapman Corporation ............................................................................................. $1,467,000 F. K. Everest, Inc. .................................................................................................. 1,490,000 Infinity Electric, Inc. ................................................................................................ 1,653,055 Lighthouse Electric Company, Inc. ......................................................................... 1,733,000 Casteel Corporation ................................................................................................ 1,789,797 GEC, Inc. ................................................................................................................ 3,397,940 *CAWV Members in bold type
Seven Common Accident Causes Consider this statistic: 80 out of every 100 accidents are the fault of the person involved in the incident. Unsafe acts cause four times as many accidents and injuries as unsafe conditions. Accidents occur for many reasons. In most industries, people tend to look for "things" to blame when an accident happens, because it's easier than looking for "root causes," such as those listed below. Consider the underlying accident causes described. Have you been guilty of any of these attitudes or behaviors? If so, you may have not been injured…but next time you may not be so lucky. 1. Taking Shortcuts: Every day we make decisions we hope will make the job faster and more
efficient. But do time savers ever risk your own safety, or that of other crew members? Short cuts that reduce your safety on the job are not shortcuts but an increased chance for injury.
2. Being Over-Confident: Confidence is a good thing. Overconfidence is too much of a good thing.
"It'll never happen to me" is an attitude that can lead to improper procedures, tools, or methods in your work. Any of these can lead to an injury.
3. Starting a Task with Incomplete Instructions: To do the job safely and right the first time you
need complete information. Have you ever seen a worker sent to do a job, having been given only a part of the job's instructions? Don't be shy about asking for explanations about work procedures and safety precautions. It isn't dumb to ask questions; it's dumb not to.
4. Poor Housekeeping: When clients, managers or safety professionals walk through your work
site, housekeeping is an accurate indicator of everyone's attitude about quality, production and safety. Poor housekeeping creates hazards of all types. A well maintained area sets a standard for others to follow. Good housekeeping involves both pride and safety.
5. Ignoring Safety Procedures: Purposely failing to observe safety procedures can endanger you
and your co-workers. You are being paid to follow the company safety policies-not to make your own rules. Being "casual" about safety can lead to a casualty!
6. Mental Distractions from Work: Having a bad day at home and worrying about it at work is a
hazardous combination. Dropping your 'mental' guard can pull your focus away from safe work procedures. You can also be distracted when you're busy working and a friend comes by to talk while you are trying to work. Don't become a statistic because you took your eyes off the machine "just for a minute."
7. Failure to Pre-Plan the Work: There is a lot of talk today about Job Safety Analysis. JSA's are
an effective way to figure out the smartest ways to work safely and effectively. Being hasty in starting a task, or not thinking through the process can put you in harms way. Instead, Plan Your Work and then Work Your Plan.
"It is better to be careful 100 times than to get killed once." Mark Twain
Contact the CAWV at (304) 342-1166 for assistance with the safety program. The Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America is collaborating with ClickSafety, an OSHA-authorized provider, to deliver a wide range of construction related safety courses online for members at a 10% discount. To view the full course catalog, and for information on ordering, visit: www.cawv.org then click on the Safety link.
(Reported in Millions) Total water and sewer construction in 2013 was 132 projects at about $210 million. One reason total construction is more in 2014 is due to the Chesapeake Bay projects that were designed and built as a result of stringent pollution limits set by U.S. EPA. These projects include Berkeley County, Moorefield and Ronceverte, among others.
FEEDBACK REQUESTED: 811 NEEDS CONTRACTOR INPUT AGC of America is conducting a survey on behalf of the Common Ground Alliance (CGA), the national association representing the underground utility industry and the 811 Number. If you have ever called before digging, we ask that you take one minute to provide feedback that will directly impact the evolution of the 811 Call Before You Dig effort. The 811 “Call Before You Dig” campaign reminds homeowners and professional contractors of the steps required to mark underground utilities before any digging begins. Currently, the campaign stresses that one call, to the national 811 telephone number, is all it takes to start the process. However the use of mobile, online and other platforms to access 811 services, the “Call Before You Dig” message may need to be evolved. In 2016, CGA will debut a new tagline that better represents current and future practices. All of the questions in this brief survey relate to the development of the new tagline, your experience with 811 and important changes to the 811 platform. Contractor feedback is critical to the survey. Click here to take the brief survey. In a related issue, the November/December issue of West Virginia Construction News magazine has an article from West Virginia 811’s new magazine on the importance of excavators calling before digging operations begin. WVCN will be on members’ desks next week. COOL RIDGE – FLAT TOP SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION (PHASE 2A), CONTRACT 1 Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM on 2/2/2016 for construction of a grinder pump pressure sewer system to serve the communities of Ghent and Cool Ridge including approximately 17,200 LF of 1-1 ½ “pressure sewer piping, 14,670 LF of 2” sewer piping, 2,590 LF of 3” sewer piping, 2,425 LF of 4” sewer piping, 9,150 LF of 8” sewer piping, 520 LF of 6” gravity sewer piping, valves, grinder pups, cleanouts, flushing connections, pump station upgrades and other appurtenances for Contract 1. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at the Office of Shady Spring Public Service District, Beaver January 14, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Bids should be submitted to Shady Spring Public Service District, P. O. Box 235, Beaver, WV 25813 (304) 255-1565. Plans and specifications are available from Cardno Inc. 200 George Street, Suite 6, Beckley, WV 25801 (304) 255-8937. Plans and specifications are available on CD in the CAWV Physical Planroom, BIN 9. COOL RIDGE – FLAT TOP SANITARY SEWER EXTENSION (PHASE 2A), CONTRACT 2 Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM on 2/2/2016 for construction of approximately 22,245 LF of 1 -1 ½” pressure sewer piping, 2,700 LF of 8” pressure sewer piping, 1,430 LF of 3” pressure sewer piping, 4,865 LF of 4” pressure sewer piping, 4,900 LF of 6” sewer piping, 2,700 LF of 8” sewer piping valves, grinder pups, cleanouts, flushing connections, pump station upgrades, a 2,400 SF wood frame administration building and site work, and other appurtenances for Contract 2. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held at the Office of Shady Spring Public Service District, Beaver January 14, 2016 at 2:00 PM. Bids should be submitted to Shady Spring Public Service District, P. O. Box 235, Beaver, WV 25813 (304) 255-1565. Plans and specifications are available from Cardno Inc. 200 George Street, Suite 6, Beckley, WV 25801 (304) 255-8937. Plans and specifications are available on CD in the CAWV Physical Planroom, BIN 9. A/E, KEYSER RIDGE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, GARRETT COUNTY, MARYLAND Proposals will be accepted until 2:00 PM on 2/9/2016 from professional firms for the design, preparation of documents and approvals for the construction of a 50,000 gallons per day
wastewater treatment plant for the Keyser Ridge area near Grantsville, Maryland. A pre-proposal conference will be held at 10:00 AM on 1/20/2016 in the Commissioners Public Meeting Room, 203 South Fourth Street, Room 209, Oakland, Maryland. Sealed proposals should be submitted to the Garrett County Purchasing Department, 313 East Alder Street, Room 104, Oakland Maryland 21550. Documents can be downloaded from https://www.garrettcounty.org/purchasing/current-bids. For additional information contact Brian E. Bowers at (301) 334-5003. SANITARY SEWER REPLACEMENT, TOWN OF BUFFALO (Bid 1/5/2016) Rover Construction Company ................................................................................... $106,000 Litman Excavating ..................................................................................................... 107,914 Famco, Inc. .............................................................................................................. 107,955 Eastern Tank Utility ................................................................................................... 138,320 Hazlett Construction Company .................................................................................. 173,150 *CAWV Members in bold type
FIRST SIX MONTHS OF HIGHWAY REVENUES LAG LAST YEAR’S NUMBERS Total revenues for the State Road Fund revenues for the first six months of the fiscal year are slightly ahead of estimates but are running below actual collections for the same period last year. Through December 31, 2015, the State Road Fund collected $359.6 million, or 5.3% above the governor’s $341.5 million estimate. However, actual 2015 collections for six months were $375 million which is $15.3 million more than this year. Gas tax collections from July to December totaled $215.3 million, down $11.3 million from the same time frame the previous year. Registration fees collections are $37.7 million, $7.2 million down from last year’s figure. The Privilege Tax generated $106.6 million, $2.8 million above last year. Gas tax revenue is expected to be down since the gas tax on the wholesale price of gas dropped 1.4 cents per gallon, effective January 1. The wholesale gas tax dropped 1.1 cents per gallon in 2015 due to the reduction in the price of gas. The 1.1 cents represented about a $15 million loss of gas tax revenue in 2015 and this year’s 1.4 cents drop equals about $23 million. This represents a nearly $40 million loss of gas tax revenue over the past two years. Other states whose gas tax is based on the price of gas have also seen a drop in their road revenues. UPDATE ON PROJECT BIDS—GET YOUR NEW DIGITAL ID’S NOW TO BID IN 2016
We want to, again, remind contractors that they need a new Digital ID in order to bid on WVDOH projects in 2016. Expedite is out! Bidders now need to download Project Bids software and register for a new Digital ID. The DOH will NOT be deferring any jobs due to a bidder claiming he was not aware of the changeover in bidding software. In fact, the WVDOH and InfoTech are reportedly contacting former Expedite users to advise them of the new requirement. To date, about 30 percent of former Expedite users have secured a new Project Bids Digital ID. A current Prequalification is required to complete the registration process. Need help - You may email or call the Bid Express customer support team for assistance at 888-352-BIDX (2439) or [email protected]. The WVDOH is the lead state on the use of Project BIDS. The January 12, 2016 letting will be the first to utilize the new software. Please feel free to call us if we can be of help in any way. 36TH ANNUAL ASPHALT PAVING CONFERENCE It’s time to register for March 3 Asphalt Paving Conference at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Charleston, WV. A Welcome Night Reception will be held the evening of March 2nd. The WVDOH will again hold their Statewide Asphalt Preconstruction Conference the morning of March 3rd in conjunction with the event. Registration materials are included with this newsletter and are also available at www.asphaltwv.com or by calling 304.342.1166. WVDOH ANNOUNCES 2016 ESTIMATES SCHEDULE
Please find the 2016 Estimate Cutoff Calendar and Schedule with this edition of the CAWV Highway Bulletin.
HIGHWAY NEWS IN OTHER STATES The state of Pennsylvania awarded in 2015 highway and bridge contracts worth more than $2.5 billion, almost double what was done two years ago prior to the Pennsylvania General Assembly increasing funding for PennDOT’s program. New Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin this week ordered a $112.5 million reduction in the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s budget for this fiscal year to offset an estimated shortfall in road fund revenues. The bulk of the cuts – nearly $62 million – are budget-balancing measures required by law and affect a revenue-sharing program that doles out money to counties and cities for smaller road projects. An additional $22.8 million will be slashed from the cabinet’s highway budget. Transportation Cabinet spokesman Ryan White told reporters that the state hasn’t yet determined how it will enact the cuts to its highways budget. He suggested some projects in the design and utility relocation phases could be slowed. WVDOH / FHWA ENCOURAGE CONTRACTOR PARTICIPATION IN BIKE SUMMIT On January 24th & 25th, 2016 the non-profit organization West Virginia Connecting Communities
is hosting a first of its kind Bicycle Summit in Charleston. West Virginia Connecting Communities is a non-profit organization working through education, outreach and advocacy to support the use of transportation alternatives in West Virginia. The mission of the organization is to “…support pedestrian and bicycle safety, transit, high volume occupancy automobile use, and development of complete streets leading to the improved overall well-being of residents.” The purpose of this conference is to improve communication and cooperation between cyclists and policy offices, increase awareness of cycling safety, and discuss how to make West Virginia a more cycling friendly state. It is anticipated that cyclists, highway engineers, planners, bike shop owners, cycling clubs, the wellness community, local business leaders, wellness coordinators, tourism & economic development officials, mayors, members of city councils, county commissions, legislators, and consulting engineers will all be represented at the meeting. The FHWA Division Office, with assistance from the Office of the Secretary and FHWA HQ, is actively participating in the planning for this event. The conference will directly support the goals of the Secretary’s Safer People, Safer Streets initiative. Members can register for the
conference at the following link: West Virginia Bike Summit and program information, including exhibitor information is attached. BRIDGE SPOT PAINTING, WV TURNPIKE Bids will be accepted until 3:00 PM on 2/25/2016 for spot painting of the approximately 110,000 SF steelwork of Yeager SB Bridge on the WV Turnpike. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be
held on 02/11/2016 at 10:00 AM at the office of the West Virginia Parkways Authority, Administration Building, 3310 Piedmont Road, Charleston. Bids should be submitted to WV Parkways Authority, 3310 Piedmont Road, P. O. Box 1469, Charleston, WV 25306 (304)926-1900. Plans and specifications are available from HNTB Corporation, 41 Mission Way, Scott Depot, WV 25560 (304)760-1840 or email [email protected] . Plans and specifications are expected in the CAWV Physical Planroom. REBID-PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING LANDSCAPE ENHANCEMENT, MORGANTOWN
Bids will be accepted until 10:00 AM on 1/27/2016 for clearing, grubbing, excavation and grading, erosion controls, stormwater management improvements, sidewalk and paver construction, landscaping and other miscellaneous site improvements for the Public Safety Building, Morgantown. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on 1/8/2016 at 10:00 AM at
the City Municipal Building, 389 Spruce Street, Morgantown, WV 26505. Bids should be submitted to City of Morgantown, 389 Spruce Street, Morgantown, WV 26505 (304)284-7404. Plans and specifications are available from Larson Design Group, 2502 Cranberry Square, Morgantown, WV 26508 (304)777-2940 or visit www.larsondesigngroup.com . Plans and specifications are available on CD and hard copy in the CAWV Physical Planroom, BIN11. REBID - CHARLES STREET SIDEWALKS, WELLSBURG Bids will be accepted until 2:00 PM on 2/2/2016 for demolition and partial salvaging of the existing streetscape on Charles Street, resetting brick work, new concrete, brick paving, tree island bump outs, concrete curbs, asphalt site amenities, electrical and landscaping for the City of Wellsburg. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on 1/20/2016 at 10:00 AM at Wellsburg City Building, 70 Town Square, Wellsburg. Bids should be submitted to City of Wellsburg, 70 Town Square, Wellsburg, WV 26070 (304)737-2104. Plans and specifications are available from Hays Landscape Architecture Studio, Ltd., 145 East Main Street, Saint Clairsville, OH 43950 (740)695-6505. RECEIVING AREA/ PARKING LOT, RESTORE, CHARLESTON
Bids will be accepted until 1:00 PM on 1/29/2016 for construction of a new receiving area and front parking lot at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Charleston. A mandatory pre-bid
meeting will bel held at 1:00 PM on 1/15/2016 at the Restore, 301 Piedmont Road, Charleston, WV 25301. Bids should be submitted to Habitat for Humanity of Kanawha and Putnam Counties, 301 Piedmont Road, Charleston, WV 25301. Plans and specifications are available from ZMM, Inc. Architects and Engineers at (304) 342-0159. Plans and specifications on CD are expected in the CAWV Physical Planroom.
F.R. WELLS #30 WELL PLUGGING PROJECT, SISTERSVILLE
Bids will be accepted until 1:30 PM on 2/17/2016 for professional services for the plugging of the oil and natural gas well(s) and the reclaiming of all land disturbed in association with the plugging operations at F. R. Wells #30, Sistersville. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on January 20, 2016 at 10:00 AM at the Wells Island Campground, one mile South of Sistersville on Route 2. Bids should be submitted to www.wvOasis.gov and solicitation number DEP1600000035. For additional information contact Beth Collins at (304) 558-2157 or email [email protected]. Documents are available at www.wvOasis.gov . CONSTRUCTION, PETERSBURG / GRACE CABIN CROSSING REPLACEMENT
Bids will be accepted until 1:30 PM on 2/11/2016 for installation of new crossing surface and signals at three highway-railroad grade crossing on the South Branch Valley Railroad, Petersburg. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on 1/20/2016 at 10:00 AM at WV State Rail Authority Office, 120 Water Plant Drive, Moorefield. Bids should be submitted to www.wvOasis.gov and solicitation number RMA1600000004. For additional information contact State of WV, Guy Nisbet, 2019 Washington Street, East, Charleston, WV 25305 (304)558-2596 or email [email protected]. Plans and specifications are available online at www.wvOasis.gov .
Bids will be accepted until 1:30 PM on 2/9/2016 for the construction and delivery of piling steel for District 10, Princeton, WV. Bids should be submitted to www.wvOasis.gov and solicitation number DOT1600000061. For additional information contact State of WV, Sheila Hannah, 2019 Washington Street, East, Charleston, WV 25305 (304)558-4317 or email [email protected]. Plans and specifications are available online at www.wvOasis.gov . PRESTRESSED CONCRETE BOX BEAMS
Bids will be accepted until 1:30 PM on 1/28/2016 for the construction and delivery of ten prestressed concrete box beams with accessories for the Horton Bridge, Project S342-29/5-0.01, District 8, Elkins, WV. Bids should be submitted to www.wvOasis.gov and solicitation number DOT1600000057. For additional information contact State of WV, Misty Delong, 2019 Washington Street, East, Charleston, WV 25305 (304)558-8802 or email [email protected]. Plans and specifications are available online at www.wvOasis.gov. EOI, LANDFILL ENGINEERING AND QA/QC SERVICES Expression of Interests will be accepted on 1/20/2016 at 12:00 PM from engineering firms interested in providing general landfill engineering, landfill cell expansion design and landfill expansion QA/QC services and site work for a municipal facility in Princeton, West Virginia. Proposal will be accepted by The Mercer County Solid Waste Authority (MCSWA) 753 Frontage Road Princeton, WV 24740. For additional information contact Eli Testerman at 304-425-2939 or 304-575-8000 or by email at [email protected]. PRECAST CONCRETE LAGGING, DISTRICT 10, WVDOH (Bid 12/30/2015)
Eastern Vault Company Inc. ...................................................................................$37,845 CXT Inc. ..................................................................................................................... 44,700 Foster Supply, Inc. ................................................................................................... 55,344
Eastern Tank & Utility Service .................................................................................... 66,400 BROAD RUN PORTALS RECLAMATION (Bid 12/30/2015)
Virco Contracting Inc. ............................................................................................... $186,226 Carpenter Reclamation Inc. ...................................................................................... 247,900 Eastern Arrow Corp. Inc. ........................................................................................ 258,030
A broad range of educational topics will be offered at this conference by state and national experts who will share their insights on the asphalt industry. Topics to be discussed will include Asphalt Materials and Construction Issues; Pavement Design; Quality Paving; Performance Paving Provisions; WVDOH Construction & Design Opportunities; Construction and Specification Issues and other timely asphalt topics.
Please visit www.asphaltwv.com for the complete agenda and latest program updates.
* Statewide Asphalt Pre-Construction Conference The WVDOH will be holding its 2016 Asphalt Pre-Construction Conference in conjunction with the Asphalt Paving Conference. The event will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 3. There is no fee for attending the Pre-Construction Conference, but registration is required for the Paving Conference. Please see the enclosed flyer for additional information. The Pre-Construction Conference will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel and is open to contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and highway personnel from each District.
Asphalt Pavement Association of WV WV Division of Highways Federal Highway Administration WVU
Who Should Attend? This conference is designed for firms, agencies and individuals involved in the selection construction, design, production and maintenance of asphalt pavements. Fee: $135 Contractors, designers, suppliers and other firms involved directly or indirectly in the construction industry. The registration fee covers Welcome Reception, instruction, handouts, awards luncheon, breaks and amenities. Continuing Education Attendees will be provided a certificate for reporting Professional Development Hours (PDH’s). Hotel/Lodging Persons requiring hotel reservations should contact: Embassy Suites Hotel 300 Court Street ~ Charleston, West Virginia 25301 304-347-8700 www.EmbassySuitesCharlestonWV.com
Make room reservations by February 16, 2016 to assure room availability at the conference rate. You must use the code ASP to receive discounted rate. Single/Double Occupancy . . . . $139 This rate includes 2 adults. Any additional adults over the 2 will be charged $10.00 per person
per night. Rates include complimentary manager’s reception and breakfast.
Again, please mention the code ASP for special rate. Additional Information Please feel free to contact the Asphalt Pavement Association at 304-342-1166 for any additional information concerning the conference or last-minute reservations. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
36th ANNUAL ASPHALT PAVING CONFERENCE March 3, 2016
Embassy Suites Hotel
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Please make checks payable to: Asphalt Pavement Association of WV 2114 Kanawha Boulevard, East Charleston, West Virginia 25311 Payment Enclosed $ ____________
Meet for long ride Snub your nose at the cold, hardy souls will ride 30-35 miles
3:00pm Location?
Bike ride around Charleston, learn about bike & trail plan Casual urban ride through downtown, east end, west side and Kanawha City, ride length 8-10 flat miles
3:00pm – 6:00pm Marriott
Exhibitor set up
3:00pm – 6:00pm Marriott
Registration
5:00pm – 8:00pm Marriott
Reception and Exhibits Presentations, cycling club meeting and networking
Monday, January 25
7:00am - 8:45am Marriott
Registration and Breakfast
9:00am – 10:15am Marriott
General Session: Health and Quality of Life
How do active transportation systems impact the health of our people and the quality of life of our communities? Introductions: Dennis Strawn, President, WV Connecting Communities Honorable Danny Jones, City of Charleston Mayor Speaker: Honorable Steve Williams, City of Huntington Mayor Dr. Rahul Gupta, West Virginia Public Health Officer West Virginia Bureau for Public Health Jason Broehm, U.S. Department of Transportation
10:15am – 10:30am Marriott
Break
10:30am – 12:00pm Marriott
General Session: Tourism and Economic Development
How can working together expand economic opportunities for all of us? What actions can we take to break down silos? Speakers: Alisa Bailey, Charleston Convention and Visitors’ Bureau Barb Chamberlain, Executive Director Washington Bikes Kelly Pack, National Rails to Trails Conservancy
12:00pm – 1:30pm Marriott
Lunch: Federal Policy Discussion:
Moderator: Tom Smith, Appalachian Regional Commission
Speaker: John Drake, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy, U.S. Department of Transportation Greg Bailey, State Highway Engineer, WV Div. of Highways Linda Bunn, Associate State Director, AARP WV
Thinking Bigger: How can we develop statewide plans and corridors? What are the opportunities facing us right now, and how can we take advantage of them? Speakers: Bob Patten, Toole Design Group Dan Goodman, Federal Highway Administration
2:30pm – 2:45pm Marriott
Break
Head to breakout sessions
Monday, January 25 – Breakout Sessions
2:45pm – 5:00pm Marriott
Technical Session Panel
How to retrofit bike/ped networks into current layouts; multi-modal coordination; engineering and public safety perspectives on cycling and walking. (note: eligible for professional development, please provide proper forms)
Moderator: Perry Keller, West Virginia Department of Transportation Panelists: Dan Goodman, Federal Highway Administration Damien Davis, PE, CFM, City of Morgantown Engineer Jason Broehm, U.S. Department of Transportation Bob Patten, Toole Design Group Sgt. David Payne, Chief of Police, City of Charleston Ed Compton, West Virginia, Federal Highway Administration Tom Smith, Appalachian Regional Commission
2:45pm – 6:00pm Marriott
Advocacy Session
2:45pm – Go over Capitol visit 3:15pm – Leave for Capitol, reconvene at Capitol Rotunda 3:45pm – Welcome by a cycling friendly Legislators 4:00pm – Meet individually with Delegates and Senators
2016 WV Bike Summit Sponsors and Partners
Federal Highway Administration
Charleston Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
AARP West Virginia
Huntington Bank
Highmark WV
WV Department of Transportation
Rahall Transportation Institute
West Virginia HUB
Mountain State Wheelers Bicycle Club
WV Citizen’s Action Group
ACE Cycling
Join the movement: www.wvconnectingcommunities.com
