12-IFB 26-1-25200 Vol. 5A Special Provisions.pdf

SPECIAL PROVISIONS

ISSUED FOR BIDS OCTOBER 7, 2025

MADISON COUNTY TRANSIT

TRAIL CROSSING SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

VARIOUS LOCATIONS

MCT PROJECT NO. 26-1-25200

INDEX TO SPECIAL PROVISIONS

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

TESTING & STAKING

EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

SAFETY AND HEALTH

SAFETY AND PROTECTION

JOINT UTILITY LOCATING INFORMATION FOR EXCAVATORS (J.U.L.I.E.)

INSURANCE

SHOP DRAWINGS

CONTRACTOR ACCESS

TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PROTECTION

REMOVE SIGN PANEL ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY TYPE A (COMPLETE)

ASSEMBLY TYPE B (COMPLETE)

ASSEMBLY TYPE C (COMPLETE)

PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING

WOOD SIGN SUPPORT

SEEDING, CLASS 2

EARTH EXCAVATION (SPECIAL)

Trail Crossing Safety Improvements MCT Project No. 26-1-25200

SPECIAL PROVISIONS

MADISON COUNTY TRANSIT

TRAIL CROSSING SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

MADISON COUNTY, ILLINOIS

MCT PROJECT NO. 26-1-25200

The following Special Provisions supplement the "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction" adopted January 1, 2022, the latest edition of the “Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways” and the “Supplemental Specifications and Recurring Specials Provisions” in effect on the date of the invitation for bids. In case of conflict with any part, or parts, of said Specifications, the Special Provisions shall take precedence and shall govern.

Any reference to “MCT” or “Owner” shall indicate Madison County Mass Transit District.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The proposed improvements are located at various locations along existing MCT trail alignments throughout Madison and St. Clair County as shown on the plans.

The work on this project consists of furnishing all material, equipment and labor to install new pedestrian crossing beacon assemblies, posts and foundations, advanced signage, pavement markings, and all other ancillary work as described in the Special Provisions and as shown on the plans.

TESTING & STAKING

Initial field layout and staking will be performed by the Owner with the Contractor present.

Contractor will be responsible for material testing of the concrete footings for the beacon assemblies. The Contractor shall protect all right of way, layout stakes and control points set by the Owner. The cost of this work shall not be paid for separately but shall be considered incidental to the other various items of work included in this contract.

EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

It is recommended that the Bidder and any sub-contractors he or she anticipates using to construct the project visit the project site(s) to determine such details of construction that may require handwork or other incidental items affecting the cost of the work to be performed.

The cost of featheredging, meeting existing topographic features or any other incidental work necessary for the successful completion of the project shall be considered incidental to the contract and no additional compensation will be allowed.

With receipt of a bid, it shall be assumed that the Bidder is fully familiar with the project, the site(s) and existing conditions.

SAFETY AND HEALTH

The Contractor shall be responsible for enforcing all O.S.H.A. Safety and Health Standards (29 CFR 1926/1910), pertaining to the construction industry, as established by the United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration 2207.

SAFETY AND PROTECTION

A. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for initiating, maintaining and supervising all safety and precautions and programs in connection with the Work. CONTRACTOR shall take all necessary precautions for the safety of, and shall provide the necessary protection to prevent damage, injury or loss to:

1. All employees on the work and other persons and organizations who may be affected thereby;

2. All the Work and materials and equipment to be incorporated therein, whether in storage on or off the site; and

3. Other property at the site adjacent thereto, including trees, shrubs, lawns, walks, pavements, roadways, structures, utilities and underground facilities not designated for removal, relocation or replacement in the course of construction.

CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations of any public body having jurisdiction for the safety of persons and property or to protect them from damage, injury or loss;

and shall erect and maintain all necessary safeguards for such safety and protection.

CONTRACTOR shall notify owners of adjacent property and of underground facilities and utility owners when prosecution of the Work may affect them and shall cooperate with them in the protection, removal, relocation and replacement of their property. All damage, injury or loss to any property referred to in paragraph 2 or 3 caused, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, by CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, Supplier or any other person or organization directly or indirectly employed by any of them to perform or furnish any of the Work or anyone for whose acts either of them may be liable, shall be remedied by CONTRACTOR (except damage or loss attributable to the fault of Drawings or Specifications or to the acts or omissions of OWNER or ENGINEER or anyone employed by either of them or anyone for acts either of them may be liable, and not attributable, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, to the fault or negligence of CONTRACTOR). CONTRACTOR's duties and responsibilities for the safety and protection of the Work shall continue until such time as all the Work is completed and ENGINEER has issued a notice to OWNER and CONTRACTOR that the Work is acceptable (except as otherwise expressly provided in connection with Substantial Completion).

B. CONTRACTOR shall designate a responsible representative at the site whose duty shall be the prevention of accidents. This person shall be CONTRACTOR's superintendent, unless otherwise designated in writing by CONTRACTOR to OWNER.

C. In EMERGENCIES affecting the safety or protection of persons or the Work or property at the site or adjacent thereto, CONTRACTOR, without special instructions or authorization from ENGINEER or OWNER, is obligated to act to prevent threatened damage, injury or loss.

CONTRACTOR shall give ENGINEER prompt, written notice if CONTRACTOR believes that any significant changes in the Work or variations from the Contract Documents have been caused thereby. If ENGINEER determines that a change in the Contract Documents is required because of the action taken in response to an emergency, a Work Directive Change or Change Order will be issued to document the consequences of the changes or variations.

Compliance with this special provision shall be considered included in the contract and no additional compensation will be allowed.

JOINT UTILITY LOCATING INFORMATION FOR EXCAVATORS (J.U.L.I.E.)

This work shall be done in accordance with Article 107.31 of the "Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction", except as herein modified.

If any of the location markers placed by a utility company in conformance with this procedure are destroyed by Contractor operations, the Contractor shall immediately notify the utility owner and bear the cost of remarking the facilities at his own cost and expense. Compliance with this special provision shall be considered incidental to the contract and no additional compensation will be allowed for any costs incurred.

INSURANCE

In addition to the requirements of Article 107.27 of the Standard Specifications, the Contractor will, in all insurance policies required by Article 107.11 and 107.27, name Madison County Mass Transit District, its officers, agents and employees as additional insureds.

SHOP DRAWINGS

The Contractor shall submit shop drawings of the following items according to Articles 1042.03(b) and 105.04 of the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction”:

Beacon Assemblies Type A, B & C Sign Panels and Posts Pavement Marking Paint

Submit shop drawings for review and approval to:

Madison County Transit Attn: Dave Massey 1 Transit Way Pontoon Beach, IL 62040

CONTRACTOR ACCESS

Contractor shall limit their operations to within existing MCT or Public ROW at all times. No work shown on the drawings is intended to be performed on private property. Contractor shall take due care to locate existing property corners and monuments at all locations where work is being done to confirm there are no encroachments.

All MCT center drop-down bollards at crossings and points of entry are locked with padlocks. If drop-down bollards need to be dropped for access to the trails, the Contractor shall request in advance that the Owner unlock them. Any damage to existing bollard assemblies shall be fixed at the Owner’s expense.

TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PROTECTION

The Contractor shall close one lane of the trail when working within 5’ of the edge of trail and when placing pavement markings on trails. Lane closures on roadways shall be performed in accordance with the appropriate IDOT traffic control standards. Advance signage and a flagman shall be used when closing one lane of roadway traffic. The trail and roadways shall be open when not working. Excavations adjacent to the trail shall be barricaded or fenced off. Traffic Control and Protection and associated work in this provision shall be considered included in the pay item TRAFFIC CONTROL AND PROTECTION, (SPECIAL) and paid at the contract unit price Lump Sum.

REMOVE SIGN PANEL ASSEMBLY

This item of work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment and materials as necessary to remove the signs and posts in accordance with Section 724 of the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction. STOP sign panels shall not be removed until 12 hours prior to flashing beacons are operational. Contractor has the option to temporarily relocate STOP signs.

Removed sign panels and posts in new condition that are not reinstalled shall be returned to the Owner at 1 Transit Way, Pontoon Beach, IL 62040. Payment for this work shall be made at the contract unit price per each for REMOVE SIGN PANEL ASSEMBLY and all references in the standard spec to assembly type shall be ignored.

ASSEMBLY TYPE A (COMPLETE)

This work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment, and material necessary for the installation and assembly of the solar powered flashing 24” LED STOP sign complete, which includes traffic signal post, signs, solar panel, controller, battery, infrared or radar detector, and flashing lights. Additional work may consist of but not limited to topsoil furnished and placed, and seeding minor areas around any disturbed turf surfaces.

The work for signs, solar panels, and flashing lights shall be in accordance with Section 720 of the Standard Specifications and plan details for the specified locations. This work shall be in accordance with the applicable items contained in Sections 720, 858, 875, 880, 1073, and 1078.

The traffic signal post shall be in accordance with Section 875 of the Standard Specifications and plan details for the specified locations. The installation of the sign shall be placed at the location staked by Owner.

Functional Specifications. The STOP sign assembly shall conform to the following minimum specifications:

1. The primary function is to provide a highly visible, enhanced warning for the purpose of alerting trail users. Flashing signs shall be activated by detection of trail users in advance of the road crossing. Both STOP signs shall flash when activated.

2. Autonomy with a fully charged battery shall be up to 14-28 days without sun, dependent upon ambient temperature and number of activations.

Materials

1. Flashing LED STOP sign

a. The flashing 24” LED STOP sign shall be constructed of durable, corrosion resistant, powder-coated aluminum with stainless steel fasteners.

b. Enclosed components shall be modular in design whereby any component can be easily replaced using common hand tools, without having to remove the housing from the post.

c. All mounting hardware required for mounting the STOP sign shall be provided and shall be stainless steel.

d. Red LED lights shall be around the perimeter of the sign and visibility of 1,000 feet.

e. The LEDs used shall be rated for a minimum 15-year life span.

f. The LED lights shall be easily replaceable.

g. The lights shall have the capability of variable dimming based on the input from an integrated photocell.

2. Controller

a. The Controller shall be housed in a lockable NEMA 3R rated aluminum or stainless steel lockable enclosure, intended for indoor or outdoor use, primarily to provide a degree of protection against corrosion, windblown dust and rain, splashing water, hose-directed water, and damage from ice formation.

b. The LED light output and flash pattern shall be completely programmable, with the capability to actuate LED-enhanced signs.

c. The flashing output shall have 50 to 60 periods of flashing per minute.

d. The Controller flash pattern shall be Interim Approval 21 compliant WW + S.5. The

Controller flash rate shall be Interim Approval 21 compliant at 50 milliseconds.

e. The Controller shall be, in the unlikely event of failure, replaceable independently of other components.

f. Wireless activation-communications.

3. Battery

a. The Battery shall be a 6-12VDC Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) sealed lead-acid, maintenance-free battery.

b. The Battery shall be rated at 14AH minimum and shall conform to Battery Council International (BCI) specifications.

c. The Battery shall be solar charged with a capacity up to 28 days of autonomy without sunlight, varying with ambient temperature and number of activations.

d. The Battery shall be replaceable independently of other components.

e. The Battery shall have a minimum operating temperature range of -76°F to 140°F

(-60°C to 60°C)

4. Solar Panel

a. The Solar Panel shall 12 volt and provide 13-20 watts at peak total output.

b. The Solar Panel shall be affixed to an aluminum plate and bracket, adjustable at an angle of 45°-60° to facilitate adjustment for maximum solar collection and optimal battery strength.

c. The Solar Panel Assembly (panel, plate and bracket) shall be mounted on a 360° rotatable pole/post cap mount, to facilitate adjustment for maximum solar collection and optimal battery strength.

d. Rated for 90mph wind conditions.

e. The Solar Panel shall have minimum operating temperature range of -40°F to 122°F

(-40°C to 50°C).

5. Thermal Detector or Remote Radar

a. Powered by 12VDC.

b. Detection distance 30 to 80 feet.

c. Aluminum color black or stainless steel housing with sunshield and able to operate in a temperature range of --40°C to +55°C.

d. Supplied with fixed mount hardware for mounting to pole or post.

e. Purpose is to activate flashing STOP signs as trail users approach road crossing.

6. Signs and Plaques

a. All signs shall conform to MUTCD standards. 24” STOP sign R1-1.

b. All sign blanks and plaques shall be Federally specified .080-guage, 5052 aluminum.

c. Unless specified otherwise, sign sheeting shall be 3MTM DG3 diamond grade cubed or equivalent prismatic sheeting, with anti-graffiti overlay.

d. All sign assemblies shall use provided anti-vandal fasteners and tools to mount components to sign, and sign fixture.

e. Ground mounted posts shall be 2”X2”X12’ black galvanized steel with matching anchors as shown on Hwy. Std. 728001. An optional 2”-3” black galvanized steel pole may be used.

f. Finish Colors

a. Posts, supports, bases, and sign panel backs shall be either enameled or polyester coated with a BLACK FINISH. The application rates of Section 1006.29(b).

Warranty. The Flashing LED STOP sign assembly shall have a 3-year limited battery warranty, 2-year limited system warranty, and 5-year limited solar panel warranty.

Payment for this work shall be made at the contract unit price per each for ASSEMBLY TYPE A

(COMPLETE).

ASSEMBLY TYPE B (COMPLETE)

This work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment, and material necessary for the installation and assembly of the solar-powered flashing LED STOP sign, rectangular rapid flashing beacon complete (RRFB), which includes traffic signal post, foundation, signs, pedestrian push button, solar panel, controller, battery, wireless transceiver radio, infrared or radar detector, mounting hardware and flashing lights. Additional work may consist of but not limited to topsoil furnished and placed, and seeding minor areas around any disturbed turf surfaces.

The work for signs, pedestrian push button, solar panel, and flashing lights shall be in accordance with Section 720 of the Standard Specifications and plan details for the specified locations. This work shall be in accordance with the applicable items contained in Sections 720, 858, 875, 880, 1073, and 1078 and plan details for the specified locations. The installation of the STOP sign and RFFB shall be placed at the location staked by Owner.

Functional Specifications. The flashing LED STOP sign shall conform to Assembly Type A (Complete). The RRFB assembly shall conform to the following minimum specifications:

1. The light intensity of the vehicle indications shall meet the minimum specifications of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standard J595 (Directional Flashing Optical Warning Devices for Authorized Emergency, Maintenance, and Service Vehicles) dated November 2008. Manufacturer Certification of Compliance shall be provided upon request.

2. When activated, all indications associated with a given crosswalk (including flashing STOP sign and those with an advance flashing crossing warning sign, if used) shall simultaneously commence operation of their alternating rapid flashing within 120 m/sec and shall cease operation at a predetermined time after the pedestrian actuation.

3. The Pedestrian indication shall be directed at and visible to pedestrians in the crosswalk, and it shall flash concurrently with the vehicle indications to give confirmation that the RRFB is in operation. The RRFB shall have a push button and STOP sign radar detector.

4. Autonomy with a fully charged battery shall be up to 14-28 days without sun, dependent

5. Rectangular flashing beacon shall be in conformance with the latest version of the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices

Materials.

1. Flashing LED STOP Sign (See Assembly Type A (Complete)

2. Single Sided Light Bar Housing and Indications

a. The Light Bar housing shall be constructed of durable, corrosion resistant, powder-coated aluminum with stainless steel fasteners.

b. Enclosed components shall be modular in design whereby any component can be easily replaced using common hand tools, without having to remove the housing from the post.

c. All mounting hardware required for mounting the Light Bar housing shall be provided and shall be stainless steel.

d. Each of the vehicle RRFB LED indications shall be approximately 7.25” wide x 3” high.

e. A pedestrian LED indication, approximately 0.5” wide x 2.5” high, shall be side mounted in the Light Bar housing to be directed at and visible to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

f. The LEDs used shall be rated for a minimum 15-year life span.

g. The lights shall have the capability of variable dimming based on the input from an integrated photocell. Yellow lights shall not exceed 1,000 candles during daylight hours AND 500 candles after dark.

3. Controller

a. The Controller shall be housed in a NEMA 3R rated aluminum or stainless steel lockable enclosure, intended for indoor or outdoor use, primarily to provide a degree of protection against corrosion, windblown dust and rain, splashing water, hose-directed water, and damage from ice formation.

b. The LED light output and flash pattern shall be completely programmable, with the capability to actuate RRFB, round LED signal beacons and LED-enhanced signs.

c. The flashing output shall have 50 to 60 periods of flashing per minute, during which one of the yellow indications shall emit two medium pulses of light and the other yellow indication shall emit four short rapid pulses of light followed by a long pulse. The output current shall be maintained as programmed for the duration of the pulse. The flashing output shall be programmable.

d. The Controller flash pattern shall be Interim Approval 21 compliant WW + S.5. The Controller flash rate shall be Interim Approval 21 compliant at 50 milliseconds.

e. The Controller shall be reconfigurable if future MUTCD or State guidelines specify a different flash pattern.

f. The Controller shall be capable of storing input count data in preset intervals, with downloadable capabilities using option Windows based PC software program and standard RS232 programming cable.

g. The Controller shall be, in the unlikely event of failure, replaceable independently of other components.

h. Mounting hardware shall be either aluminum or stainless steel with anti-vandal fasteners.

4. Battery

a. The Battery shall be a 12VDC Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) sealed lead-acid, maintenance-free battery.

b. The Batteries shall be rated at 40AH minimum and shall conform to Battery Council

International (BCI) specifications.

c. The Battery shall be solar charged with a capacity up to 28 days of autonomy without sunlight, varying with ambient temperature and number of activations.

d. The Battery shall be replaceable independently of other components.

e. The Battery shall have a minimum operating temperature range of -76°F to 140°F

(-60°C to 60°C).

f. Shall be fused for short circuit protection.

5. Wireless Transceiver Radio

a. Radio control shall be solar powered, operating on a license free FCC approved 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz frequency, hopping spread spectrum network with a normal operating range of 900 feet.

b. Radios shall provide wireless communication between the assemblies to integrate the pushbutton activation of indications and thermal or radar detector.

c. To ensure all integral indications consistently flash in unison, the radio shall synchronize the controllers to activate the indications with 120 m/sec of one other and remain synchronized throughout the duration of the flashing cycle.

d. Radio systems shall operate from 3.6 VDC to 15 VDC.

e. The Radio shall be, in the unlikely event of failure, replaceable independently of other components.

f. The Radio shall have a minimum operating temperature range of -30°F to 160°F

(-34.4°C to 73.8°C).

g. Shall include two LED indicators for status and troubleshooting.

6. Solar Panel

a. The Solar Panel shall be 12VDC and provide 20 watts at peak total output.

b. The Solar Panel shall be affixed to an anodized aluminum plate and bracket, adjustable at an angle of 45°-60° to facilitate adjustment for maximum solar collection and optimal battery strength. Panel shall have a high-transmission 1.8” tempered glass, with silicon cells encapsulated in double layer EVA, and with white polymer backing.

c. The Solar Panel Assembly (panel, plate and bracket) shall be mounted at the top of the pole on a 360° rotatable pole cap mount, to facilitate adjustment for maximum solar collection and optimal battery strength.

d. Rated for 90mph wind conditions.

e. The Solar Panel shall have minimum operating temperature range of -40°F to 122°F

(-40°C to 50°C).

f. The solar panel must be IEC61215,TUV, and UL 1730 certified.

g. All solar panels fasteners shall be anti-vandal pin type set screws. Wrench shall be provided.

h. Solar charge controller shall utilize 4-stage algorithm and pulse width modulation for battery charging. Shall automatically provide low voltage disconnect to protect batteries when needed. Shall protect against and automatically recover from: short circuit, overload, reverse polarity, high temperatures, lightning and transient surge, as well as voltage spikes. Shall be independently replaceable of other control panel components.

7. Thermal or Remote Radar Detector

a. Powered by 12VDC.

b. Detection distance 30 to 80 feet.

c. Aluminum or stainless steel housing with sunshield and able to operate in a temperature range of --40°C to +55°C.

d. Supplied with fixed mount hardware for mounting to pole assembly.

8. Signs and Plaques

a. All signs shall conform to MUTCD standards.

b. All sign blanks and plaques shall be Federally specified .080-guage, 5052 aluminum.

c. Unless specified otherwise, sign sheeting shall be 3MTM DG3 diamond grade cubed or equivalent prismatic sheeting, with anti-graffiti overlay.

d. All sign assemblies shall use provided anti-vandal fasteners and tools to mount components to sign, and sign fixture.

e. Cross signs shall be W11-15 per MUTCD. Color shall be fluorescent yellow-green.

f. Crossing plaques W16-7P shall also accompany the crossing signs. Color shall be fluorescent yellow-green.

g. Pedestrian pushbutton instructional signs shall be R10-25 per MUTCD and installed integral with each pedestrian pushbutton.

9. Pushbutton to Activate RRFB

a. The Push Button shall be capable of continuous operation within a temperature range of -30°F to 165°F ( -34°C to 74°C).

b. The Push Button shall be ADA compliant, NEMA rated, ultra-durable long-life button and shall operate as normally open (n/o) circuit.

c. A low-profile push button frame shall be provided. The pushbutton frame shall be constructed of aluminum and shall accommodate a 9” x 12” sign and pedestrian pushbutton.

10. Foundations shall be installed with Type A foundations shown on Hwy. Std. 878001 Posts.

11. Finish Colors

a. Posts, supports, bases, and sign panel backs shall be either enameled or polyester coated with a BLACK FINISH. The application rates of Section 1006.29(b).

Warranty. The RRFB assembly shall have a 3-year limited battery warranty, 2-year limited system warranty, and 5-year limited solar panel warranty.

Operational Requirements. The RRFB assembly shall conform to the following IDOT Operational Requirements:

1. Beacon Flashing Requirements

a. When actuated, the two yellow indications in each RRFB unit shall flash in a rapidly flashing sequence.

b. As a specific exception to the requirements for the flash rate of beacons provided in

Paragraph 3 of Section 4L.01 of the 2009 MUTCD, RRFBs shall use a much faster flash rate and shall provide 75 flashing sequences per minute. Except as provided in Condition Sf below, during each 800-millisecond flashing sequence, the left and right RRFB indications shall operate using the following sequence:

• The RRFB indication on the left-hand side shall be illuminated for approximately 50 milliseconds. Both RRFB indications shall be dark for approximately 50 milliseconds.

• The RRFB indication on the right-hand side shall be illuminated for approximately 50 milliseconds. Both RRFB indications shall be dark for approximately 50 milliseconds.

• The RRFB indication on the left-hand side shall be illuminated for approximately 50 milliseconds. Both RRFB indications shall be dark for approximately 50 milliseconds.

• The RIRFB indication on the right-hand side shall be illuminated for approximately 50 milliseconds. Both RRFB indications shall be dark for approximately 50 milliseconds.

• Both RRFB indications shall be illuminated for approximately 50 milliseconds. Both RRFB indications shall be dark for approximately 50 milliseconds.

• The RRFB indication on the right-hand side shall be illuminated for approximately 50 milliseconds. Both RRFB indications shall be dark for approximately 250 milliseconds.

Payment for this work shall be made at the contract unit price per each for ASSEMBLY TYPE B

(COMPLETE).

ASSEMBLY TYPE C (COMPLETE)

This work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment, and material necessary for the installation and assembly of the flashing LED STOP signs with rectangular rapid flashing beacon complete (RRFB) and advance flashing LED Bike/Ped Warning signs, which includes traffic signal post, foundation, signs, pedestrian push button, solar panel, controller, battery, wireless transceiver radio, infrared or radar detector and flashing lights. Additional work may consist of but not limited to concrete repairs, topsoil furnished and placed, and seeding minor areas around any disturbed turf surfaces.

The work for signs, pedestrian push button, solar panel, and flashing lights shall be in accordance with Section 720 of the Standard Specifications and plan details for the specified locations. This work shall be in accordance with the applicable items contained in Sections 720, 858, 875, 880, 1073, and 1078 and plan details for the specified locations. The installation of the STOP sign, RFFB and advanced warning sign shall be placed at the location staked by Owner.

Functional Specifications. The RRFB and flashing LED STOP sign assembly shall conform to Assembly Type B (Complete). The flashing LED ped/bike warning sign shall conform to the following minimum specifications:

1. The light intensity of the vehicle indications shall meet the minimum specifications of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standard J595 (Directional Flashing Optical Warning Devices for Authorized Emergency, Maintenance, and Service Vehicles) dated November 2008. Manufacturer Certification of Compliance shall be provided upon request.

2 When activated, all indications associated with the Stop sign, RRFB, including the advance crossing sign, shall simultaneously commence operation of their alternating rapid flashing within 120 m/sec and shall cease operation at a predetermined time after the pedestrian actuation by push button or detection.

4. Autonomy with a fully charged battery shall be up to 14-28 days without sun, dependent

Materials.

1. Advance Warning Sign and Indications

a. The Advance Warning sign housing shall be constructed of durable, corrosion resistant, powder-coated aluminum or stainless steel with stainless steel fasteners.

b. Enclosed components shall be modular in design whereby any component can be easily replaced using common hand tools, without having to remove the housing from the post.

c. All mounting hardware required for mounting the Sign housing shall be provided and shall be stainless steel.

d. The LEDs used shall be rated for a minimum 15-year life span.

e. The lights shall have the capability of variable dimming based on the input from an integrated photocell.

2. Controller

a. The Controller shall be housed in a NEMA 3R rated aluminum or stainless steel lockable enclosure, intended for indoor or outdoor use, primarily to provide a degree of protection against corrosion, windblown dust and rain, splashing water, hose-directed water, and damage from ice formation.

b. The LED light output and flash pattern shall be completely programmable and activated by the STOP sign detection or RRFB push button.

c. The flashing output shall have 50 to 60 periods of flashing per minute, during which one of the yellow indications shall emit two medium pulses of light and the other yellow indication shall emit four short rapid pulses of light followed by a long pulse. The output current shall be maintained as programmed for the duration of the pulse. The flashing output shall be programmable.

d. The Controller flash pattern shall be Interim Approval 21 compliant WW + S.5. The Controller flash rate shall be Interim Approval 21 compliant at 50 milliseconds.

e. The Controller shall be reconfigurable if future MUTCD or State guidelines specify a different flash pattern.

f. The Controller shall be capable of storing input count data in preset intervals, with downloadable capabilities using option Windows based PC software program and standard RS232 programming cable.

g. The Controller shall be, in the unlikely event of failure, replaceable independently of other components.

3. Battery

a. The Battery shall be a 6VDC or 12VDC Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) sealed lead-acid, maintenance-free battery.

b. The Battery shall be rated at 40AH minimum and shall conform to Battery Council

International (BCI) specifications.

c. The Battery shall be solar charged with a capacity up to 28 days of autonomy without sunlight, varying with ambient temperature and number of activations.

d. The Battery shall be replaceable independently of other components.

e. The Battery shall have a minimum operating temperature range of -76°F to 140°F

(-60°C to 60°C).

4. Wireless Transceiver Radio

a. Radio control shall be solar powered, operating on an FCC approved 900 MHz or

2.4 GHz frequency, hopping spread spectrum network with a normal operating range of 900 feet.

b. Radios shall provide wireless communication between the assemblies to integrate the push button and detection activation of indications.

c. To ensure all integral indications consistently flash in unison, the radio shall synchronize the controllers to activate the indications with 120 m/sec of one other and remain synchronized throughout the duration of the flashing cycle.

d. Radio systems shall operate from 3.6 VDC to 15 VDC.

e. The Radio shall be, in the unlikely event of failure, replaceable independently of other components.

f. The Radio shall have a minimum operating temperature range of -30°F to 160°F

(-34.4°C to 73.8°C).

5. Solar Panel

a. The Solar Panel shall provide 15 to 20 watts at peak total output.

b. The Solar Panel shall be affixed to an aluminum plate and bracket, adjustable at an angle of 45°-60° to facilitate adjustment for maximum solar collection and optimal battery strength.

c. The Solar Panel Assembly (panel, plate and bracket) shall be mounted on a 360° rotatable pole cap mount, to facilitate adjustment for maximum solar collection and optimal battery strength.

d. Rated for 90mph wind conditions.

e. The Solar Panel shall have minimum operating temperature range of -40°F to 122°F

(-40°C to 50°C).

6. Signs and Plaques

a. All signs shall conform to MUTCD standards.

b. All sign blanks and plaques shall be Federally specified .080-guage, 5052 aluminum.

c. Unless specified otherwise, sign sheeting shall be 3MTM DG3 diamond grade cubed or equivalent prismatic sheeting, with anti-graffiti overlay.

d. All sign assemblies shall use provided stainless steel anti-vandal fasteners and tools to mount components to sign, and sign fixture.

e. Advance Warning sign shall be W11-15 per MUTCD with eight yellow LED lights.

Color shall be fluorescent yellow-green.

7. Foundations shall be installed in accordance with Type A foundations shown on Hwy. Std.

878001 Posts.

8. Finish Colors

a. Posts, supports, bases, and sign panel backs shall be either enameled or polyester coated with a BLACK FINISH. The application rates of Section 1006.29(b).

Warranty and Training. The RRFB assembly shall have a 3-year limited battery warranty, 2-year limited system warranty, and 5-year limited solar panel warranty. Provide 1 hour training to the Owner on operation and maintenance of the STOP sign, RRFB and Advance LED sign.

Operational Requirements. The Flashing LED Warning Sign assembly shall conform to the following IDOT Operational Requirements:

1. Flashing Requirements

h. When actuated, the LED lights flash in a rapidly flashing sequence.

i. As a specific exception to the requirements for the flash rate of beacons provided in Paragraph 3 of Section 4L.01 of the 2009 MUTCD, RRFBs shall use a much faster flash rate and shall provide 75 flashing sequences per minute. Except as provided in Condition Sf below, during each 800-millisecond flashing sequence, the left and right RRFB indications shall operate using the following sequence:

Payment for this work shall be made at the contract unit price per each for ASSEMBLY TYPE C

(COMPLETE).

PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING

This item of work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment and materials as necessary to apply pavement marking as shown on the plans and in accordance with Section 780 of the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction.

Prior to placing paint pavement markings, the Contractor shall clean the road/trail surface and shoulders of all loose materials.

All paint shall be Sherwin-Williams TM2452 or TM2453 and shall be applied as specified by the manufacturer, unless otherwise approved by the Engineer. The Contractor shall apply two (2) coats of paint pavement markings two (2) hours apart. The second coat shall not be measured separately for payment and shall be considered included in the cost per unit of paint pavement markings of the type and size specified. All markings called to be painted within roadways shall have reflective beads. The cost for supplying and installing reflective beads within roadway pavement markings are not measured for payment separately but shall be considered incidental to the other pavement marking pay items. Trail pavement marking does not require reflective beads.

Payment for this work shall be included in the contract unit price per foot or per square foot for the various PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING pay items found within the project.

WOOD SIGN SUPPORT

The Contractor shall provide and install 4”x6” wood posts in accordance with Article 730.04 of the “Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction” and with the details and notes shown in the plans.

The timber posts shall comply with the requirements of Section 1007.01, 1007.02 and

1007.06. The posts shall be treated in accordance to Section 1007.12 of the Standard Specifications except that the preservative treatment shall only be a “Water-Borne Preservative”.

Timber signposts that have twisted or warped within 90 days of installation shall be replaced at no additional cost to the contract.

Wood sign supports located within public right-of-way shall be installed in accordance with Article 730.04(b). Concrete foundations will not be paid for separately but shall be included in the costs of the various wood sign supports. Wood sign supports located outside of public right-of-way shall be installed in accordance with Article 730.04(a).

Payment for this work shall be made at the contract unit price per foot for WOOD SIGN SUPPORT, which shall include all material and labor required to provide and place the posts according to the plans, and no additional compensation will be allowed.

SEEDING, CLASS 2

At all locations where the ground has been disturbed or filled and no other surface restoration is indicated on the plans, the Contractor shall restore the area by Class 2 seeding.

Seeding mixture shall be according to Article 250.07, except the application rate for the Class 2 mixture shall be modified as follows:

Tall Fescue: 125 lbs./acre

(Inferno, Tarhell II, Quest, Blade Runner or Falcon IV) Perennial Ryegrass: 62.5 lbs./acre Creeping Red Fescue: 50 lbs./acre Red Top: 12.5 lbs./acre

The Contractor shall guarantee a minimum of 95% uniform growth over the entire seeded areas.

Areas that do not attain adequate grass cover within 30 days shall be reseeded or interseeded, as directed by the Owner.

The cost for performing this work shall not be measured separately for payment but shall be considered incidental to the other various items of work within the Contract.

EARTH EXCAVATION (SPECIAL)

This item of work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment and materials necessary to excavate earth in the four corners of the intersection and grade a ditch to drain from the Lemen Settlement Road crossing road culvert as shown on the plans and in accordance with Section 202 of the Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction.

Earth excavation is needed to improve the sight distance by grading the four corners down, as directed by the Engineer. The ditch work begins at the downstream end of the existing culvert under Lemen Settlement Road and grading the ditch such that it has positive drainage for 200 feet.

Payment for this work shall be made at the contract unit price per Lump Sum for EARTH EXCAVATION (SPECIAL), which shall include all material and labor required to excavate, grade, seed, fertilize and mulch the disturbed areas according to the plans, and no additional compensation will be allowed.