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Construction Tools - Project Controls

MnDOT methods for project control, assessing contract time during construction, plus guidelines on innovative contracting techniques.
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Project Controls

 

Determining Contract Time
Guidelines to determine contract time on future projects

 

Innovative Contracting Techniques

Past experience and guidelines for using innovative contracting techniques -

  • A + B
  • Lane rental
  • Incentives
  • Liquidated savings
  • Warranties
  • Pay for performance specifications

 

Assessing Contract Time
How to assess contract time during construction projects, including:

  • Working days
  • Contract time extensions
  • Liquidated damages
  • Suspension of work
  • Documenting time in construction diaries

For more information on CPM, contact MnDOT's Project Control Engineer

 

Contract Time Diary

Check out the Contract Time Diary  for non-computerized systems

 

Weather Contingency Study (Lost Production Days Based on Weather Study)

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