Common use of SCOPE AND PROCEDURE Clause in Contracts

SCOPE AND PROCEDURE. The SCOPE AND PROCEDURE for this PROJECT shall be: (Description of Project), as set forth in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN, which is attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The scope of work is further defined by the PROJECT design and construction plans (“PROJECT PLANS”) on file with the DEPARTMENT and the SPONSOR and referenced as if attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The SPONSOR shall be responsible for assuring that the PROJECT will be economically feasible and based upon sound engineering principles, meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ("AASHTO") Guidelines and will be sensitive to ecological, environmental and archeological issues. The WORK PLAN sets out the scope of work for the PROJECT. It is understood and agreed that the DEPARTMENT shall participate only in the PROJECT as specified in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN. During the development of the PROJECT the SPONSOR has taken into consideration, as applicable, the DEPARTMENT's “Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges”, 1993 Edition; "Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; AASHTO standards for bicycle facilities; FHWA guidelines for pedestrian facilities; compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "Standards and Guidelines, Archaeology and Historic Preservation"; compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and with Section 4(f) of the US DOT Act of 1966; compliance with the Archaeology and Historic Preservation Act of 1974; compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 and with the Native American Xxxxxx Protection and Repatriation Act, the Georgia Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds Act of 1991; compliance with the DEPARTMENT's Scenic Byways Designation and Management Program, and with the American Society of Landscape Architect Guidelines; compliance with the Outdoor Advertising Requirements as outlined in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 32-6-70 et.seq. and other standards and guidelines as may be applicable to the PROJECT. The SPONSOR shall acquire rights of way for the PROJECT in accordance with State and Federal Laws, DEPARTMENT's Right of Way Procedure Manual, Federal Regulations and particularly Title 23 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR"), as amended, and any additional written instructions given by the DEPARTMENT. The SPONSOR further acknowledges that no acquisition of rights of way shall proceed until all applicable archaeological, environmental and historical preservation clearances have been approved. The SPONSOR shall ensure that all contracts as well as any subcontracts for implementation of the PROJECT shall comply with the Federal and State legal requirements imposed on the DEPARTMENT and any amendments thereto. The SPONSOR is required and does agree to abide by those provisions governing the DEPARTMENT's authority to contract, specifically, but not limited to Sections 32-2-60 through 32-2-77 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; the DEPARTMENT's Rules and Regulations governing the Prequalification of Prospective Bidders, Chapter 672-5; and the DEPARTMENT's “Standard Specifications”, 1993 Edition; "Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; and any Supplemental Specifications and Special Provisions as applicable for the PROJECT. The SPONSOR further agrees to comply with and shall require the compliance and physical incorporation of Federal Form FHWA-1273 into all contracts or subcontracts for construction.

SCOPE AND PROCEDURE. The SCOPE AND PROCEDURE for this PROJECT shall be: (Description of Project)be SR 3 FROM CS 8028/SOUTH CENTRAL AVENUE TO CS 3118/NORTH AVENUE-LCI, as set forth in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN, which is attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The scope of work is further defined by the PROJECT design and construction plans estimate sheets (“"PROJECT PLANS”") on file with the DEPARTMENT and the SPONSOR and referenced as if attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out forth herein. The SPONSOR shall be responsible for assuring that the PROJECT will be economically feasible and based upon sound engineering principles, meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ("AASHTO") Guidelines and will be sensitive to ecological, environmental and archeological archaeological issues. The WORK PLAN sets out the scope of work for the PROJECT. It is understood and agreed that the DEPARTMENT shall participate only in the PROJECT as specified in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN. The SPONSOR shall work with the Georgia Department of Transportation District 7 to advise the SPONSOR on the WORK PLAN and provide guidance during implementation of the PROJECT. During the development of the PROJECT the SPONSOR has taken into consideration, as applicable, the DEPARTMENT's “'S Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges”, 1993 Edition; "Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; AASHTO standards for bicycle facilitiesguidelines; FHWA guidelines for pedestrian facilitiesguidelines; compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "Standards and Guidelines, Archaeology and Historic Preservation"; compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and with Section 4(f) of the US DOT Act of 1966; compliance with the Archaeology and Historic Preservation Act of 1974; compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 and with the Native American Xxxxxx Protection and Repatriation Act, the Georgia Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds Act of 1991; compliance with the DEPARTMENT's Scenic Byways Designation and Management Program, and with the American Society of Landscape Architect Guidelines; compliance with the Outdoor Advertising Requirements as outlined in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 32-6-70 et.seq. and other standards and guidelines as may be applicable to the PROJECT. The SPONSOR shall acquire has acquired rights of way way, if required, and related services for the PROJECT in accordance with State and Federal Laws, DEPARTMENT's Right of Way Procedure Manual, Federal Regulations and particularly Title 23 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR"), as amended, and any additional written instructions given by the DEPARTMENT. The SPONSOR further acknowledges that no acquisition of rights of way shall proceed occurred until all applicable archaeological, environmental and historical preservation clearances have been were approved. The SPONSOR shall ensure that all contracts as well as any subcontracts for implementation the construction of the PROJECT shall comply with the Federal and State legal requirements imposed on the DEPARTMENT and any amendments thereto. The SPONSOR is required and does agree to abide by those provisions governing the DEPARTMENT's ’s authority to contract, specifically, but not limited to Sections 32-2-60 through 32-2-77 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; the DEPARTMENT's Rules and Regulations governing the Prequalification of Prospective Bidders, Chapter 672-5; and the DEPARTMENT's “Standard Specifications”, 1993 Current Edition; "“Supplemental Specifications Book"”, current edition; and any Supplemental Specifications and Special Provisions as applicable for the PROJECT. The SPONSOR further agrees to comply with and shall require the compliance and physical incorporation of Federal Form FHWA-1273 into all contracts or subcontracts for construction, as attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit B, Terms and Conditions.

SCOPE AND PROCEDURE. The SCOPE AND PROCEDURE for this PROJECT shall be: (Description of Project)be SR 120 FROM CR 119/STATE BRIDGE ROAD TO CR 65/XXXXX BRIDGE ROAD, as set forth in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN, which is attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The scope of work is further defined by the PROJECT design and construction plans estimate sheets (“"PROJECT PLANS”") on file with the DEPARTMENT and the SPONSOR and referenced as if attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out forth herein. The SPONSOR shall be responsible for assuring that the PROJECT will be economically feasible and based upon sound engineering principles, meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ("AASHTO") Guidelines and will be sensitive to ecological, environmental and archeological archaeological issues. The WORK PLAN sets out the scope of work for the PROJECT. It is understood and agreed that the DEPARTMENT shall participate only in the PROJECT as specified in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN. The SPONSOR shall work with the Georgia Department of Transportation District 7 to advise the SPONSOR on the WORK PLAN and provide guidance during implementation of the PROJECT. During the development of the PROJECT the SPONSOR has taken into consideration, as applicable, the DEPARTMENT's “'S Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges”, 1993 Edition; "Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; AASHTO standards for bicycle facilitiesguidelines; FHWA guidelines for pedestrian facilitiesguidelines; compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "Standards and Guidelines, Archaeology and Historic Preservation"; compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and with Section 4(f) of the US DOT Act of 1966; compliance with the Archaeology and Historic Preservation Act of 1974; compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 and with the Native American Xxxxxx Protection and Repatriation Act, the Georgia Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds Act of 1991; compliance with the DEPARTMENT's Scenic Byways Designation and Management Program, and with the American Society of Landscape Architect Guidelines; compliance with the Outdoor Advertising Requirements as outlined in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 32-6-70 et.seq. and other standards and guidelines as may be applicable to the PROJECT. The SPONSOR shall acquire has acquired rights of way way, if required, and related services for the PROJECT in accordance with State Laws and Federal Laws, the DEPARTMENT's Right of Way Procedure Manual, Federal Regulations and particularly Title 23 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR"), as amended, and any additional written instructions given by the DEPARTMENT,. The SPONSOR further acknowledges that no acquisition of rights of way shall proceed occurred until all applicable archaeological, environmental and historical preservation clearances have been were approved. The SPONSOR shall ensure that all contracts as well as any subcontracts for implementation the construction of the PROJECT shall comply with the applicable Federal and State legal requirements imposed on the DEPARTMENT and any amendments theretorequirements. The SPONSOR is required and does agree to abide by those provisions governing the DEPARTMENT's ’s authority to contract, specifically, but not limited to Sections 32-2-60 through 32-2-77 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; the DEPARTMENT's Rules and Regulations governing the Prequalification of Prospective Bidders, Chapter 672-5; and the DEPARTMENT's “Standard Specifications”, 1993 Current Edition; "“Supplemental Specifications Book"”, current edition; and any Supplemental Specifications and Special Provisions as applicable for the PROJECT. The SPONSOR further agrees to comply with and shall require the compliance and physical incorporation of Federal Form FHWA-1273 into all contracts or subcontracts for construction.

SCOPE AND PROCEDURE. The SCOPE AND PROCEDURE for this PROJECT shall be: (Description of Project)be AIRPORT LOOP ROAD ACCESS ROADS IN HAPEVILLE, as set forth in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN, which is attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The scope of work is further defined by the PROJECT design and construction plans estimate sheets (“"PROJECT PLANS”") on file with the DEPARTMENT and the SPONSOR and referenced as if attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out forth herein. The SPONSOR shall be responsible for assuring that the PROJECT will be economically feasible and based upon sound engineering principles, meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ("AASHTO") Guidelines and will be sensitive to ecological, environmental and archeological archaeological issues. The WORK PLAN sets out the scope of work for the PROJECT. It is understood and agreed that the DEPARTMENT shall participate only in the PROJECT as specified in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN. The SPONSOR shall work with the Georgia Department of Transportation District Seven (7) to advise the SPONSOR on the WORK PLAN and provide guidance during implementation of the PROJECT. During the development of the PROJECT the SPONSOR has taken into consideration, as applicable, the DEPARTMENT's “'S Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges”, 1993 Edition; "Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; AASHTO standards for bicycle facilitiesguidelines; FHWA guidelines for pedestrian facilitiesguidelines; compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "Standards and Guidelines, Archaeology and Historic Preservation"; compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and with Section 4(f) of the US DOT Act of 1966; compliance with the Archaeology and Historic Preservation Act of 1974; compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 and with the Native American Xxxxxx Protection and Repatriation Act, the Georgia Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds Act of 1991; compliance with the DEPARTMENT's Scenic Byways Designation and Management Program, and with the American Society of Landscape Architect Guidelines; compliance with the Outdoor Advertising Requirements as outlined in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 32-6-70 et.seq. and other standards and guidelines as may be applicable to the PROJECT. The SPONSOR shall acquire has acquired rights of way way, if required, and related services for the PROJECT in accordance with State and Federal Laws, DEPARTMENT's Right of Way Procedure Manual, Federal Regulations and particularly Title 23 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR"), as amended, and any additional written instructions given by the DEPARTMENT. The SPONSOR further acknowledges that no acquisition of rights of way shall proceed occurred until all applicable archaeological, environmental and historical preservation clearances have been were approved. The SPONSOR shall ensure that all contracts as well as any subcontracts for implementation the construction of the PROJECT shall comply with the Federal and State legal requirements imposed on the DEPARTMENT and any amendments thereto. The SPONSOR is required and does agree to abide by those provisions governing the DEPARTMENT's ’s authority to contract, specifically, but not limited to Sections 32-2-60 through 32-2-77 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; the DEPARTMENT's Rules and Regulations governing the Prequalification of Prospective Bidders, Chapter 672-5; and the DEPARTMENT's “Standard Specifications”, 1993 Current Edition; "“Supplemental Specifications Book"”, current edition; and any Supplemental Specifications and Special Provisions as applicable for the PROJECT. The SPONSOR further agrees to comply with and shall require the compliance and physical incorporation of Federal Form FHWA-1273 into all contracts or subcontracts for construction, as attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit B, Terms and Conditions.

SCOPE AND PROCEDURE. The SCOPE AND PROCEDURE for this PROJECT shall be: (Description of Project)be XX 0000/Xxxxxx Xxxxxxx from Westside Parkway to North Point Parkway, as set forth in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN, which is attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The scope of work is further defined by the PROJECT design and construction plans estimate sheets (“"PROJECT PLANS”") on file with the DEPARTMENT and the SPONSOR and referenced as if attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out forth herein. The SPONSOR shall be responsible for assuring that the PROJECT will be economically feasible and based upon sound engineering principles, meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ("AASHTO") Guidelines and will be sensitive to ecological, environmental and archeological archaeological issues. The WORK PLAN sets out the scope of work for the PROJECT. It is understood and agreed that the DEPARTMENT shall participate only in the PROJECT as specified in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN. The SPONSOR shall work with the Georgia Department of Transportation District 7 to advise the SPONSOR on the WORK PLAN and provide guidance during implementation of the PROJECT. During the development of the PROJECT the SPONSOR has taken into consideration, as applicable, the DEPARTMENT's “'S Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges”, 1993 Edition; "Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; AASHTO standards for bicycle facilitiesguidelines; FHWA guidelines for pedestrian facilitiesguidelines; compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "Standards and Guidelines, Archaeology and Historic Preservation"; compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and with Section 4(f) of the US DOT Act of 1966; compliance with the Archaeology and Historic Preservation Act of 1974; compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 and with the Native American Xxxxxx Protection and Repatriation Act, the Georgia Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds Act of 1991; compliance with the DEPARTMENT's Scenic Byways Designation and Management Program, and with the American Society of Landscape Architect Guidelines; compliance with the Outdoor Advertising Requirements as outlined in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 32-6-70 et.seq. and other standards and guidelines as may be applicable to the PROJECT. The SPONSOR shall acquire has acquired rights of way way, if required, and related services for the PROJECT in accordance with State and Federal Laws, DEPARTMENT's Right of Way Procedure Manual, Federal Regulations and particularly Title 23 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR"), as amended, and any additional written instructions given by the DEPARTMENT. The SPONSOR further acknowledges that no acquisition of rights of way shall proceed occurred until all applicable archaeological, environmental and historical preservation clearances have been were approved. The SPONSOR shall ensure that all contracts as well as any subcontracts for implementation the construction of the PROJECT shall comply with the Federal and State legal requirements imposed on the DEPARTMENT and any amendments thereto. The SPONSOR is required and does agree to abide by those provisions governing the DEPARTMENT's ’s authority to contract, specifically, but not limited to Sections 32-2-60 through 32-2-77 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; the DEPARTMENT's Rules and Regulations governing the Prequalification of Prospective Bidders, Chapter 672-5; and the DEPARTMENT's “‘‘Standard Specifications”’’, 1993 Current Edition; "‘‘Supplemental Specifications Book"’’, current edition; and any Supplemental Specifications and Special Provisions as applicable for the PROJECT. The SPONSOR further agrees to comply with and shall require the compliance and physical incorporation of Federal Form FHWA-1273 into all contracts or subcontracts for construction, as attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit B, Terms and Conditions.

SCOPE AND PROCEDURE. The SCOPE AND PROCEDURE for this PROJECT shall be: (Description of Project)be XX 000/XXX XX XX I-20 TO SR92/FAIRBURN RD-PHASE II, as set forth in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN, which is attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The scope of work is further defined by the PROJECT design and construction plans estimate sheets (“"PROJECT PLANS”") on file with the DEPARTMENT and the SPONSOR and referenced as if attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out forth herein. The SPONSOR shall be responsible for assuring that the PROJECT will be economically feasible and based upon sound engineering principles, meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ("AASHTO") Guidelines and will be sensitive to ecological, environmental and archeological archaeological issues. The WORK PLAN sets out the scope of work for the PROJECT. It is understood and agreed that the DEPARTMENT shall participate only in the PROJECT as specified in Exhibit A, WORK PLAN. The SPONSOR shall work with the Georgia Department of Transportation District 7 to advise the SPONSOR on the WORK PLAN and provide guidance during implementation of the PROJECT. During the development of the PROJECT the SPONSOR has taken into consideration, as applicable, the DEPARTMENT's “'S Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges, AASHTO guidelines; Federal Highway Administration (“FHWA”, 1993 Edition; "Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; AASHTO standards for bicycle facilities; FHWA guidelines for pedestrian facilities) guidelines; compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "Standards and Guidelines, Archaeology and Historic Preservation"; compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and with Section 4(f) of the US DOT Act of 1966; compliance with the Archaeology and Historic Preservation Act of 1974; compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 and with the Native American Xxxxxx Protection and Repatriation Act, the Georgia Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds Act of 1991; compliance with the DEPARTMENT's Scenic Byways Designation and Management Program, and with the American Society of Landscape Architect Guidelines; compliance with the Outdoor Advertising Requirements as outlined in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 32-6-70 et.seqet seq. and other standards and guidelines as may be applicable to the PROJECT. The SPONSOR shall acquire has acquired rights of way way, if required, and related services for the PROJECT in accordance with State and Federal Laws, DEPARTMENT's Right of Way Procedure Manual, Federal Regulations and particularly Title 23 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR"), as amended, and any additional written instructions given by the DEPARTMENT. The SPONSOR further acknowledges that no acquisition of rights of way shall proceed occurred until all applicable archaeological, environmental and historical preservation clearances have been were approved. The SPONSOR shall ensure that all contracts as well as any subcontracts for implementation the construction of the PROJECT shall comply with the Federal and State legal requirements imposed on the DEPARTMENT and any amendments thereto. The SPONSOR is required and does agree to abide by those provisions governing the DEPARTMENT's ’s authority to contract, specifically, but not limited to Sections 32-2-60 through 32-2-77 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; the DEPARTMENT's Rules and Regulations governing the Prequalification of Prospective Bidders, Chapter 672-5; and the DEPARTMENT's “Standard Specifications”, 1993 Current Edition; "“Supplemental Specifications Book"”, current edition; and any Supplemental Specifications and Special Provisions as applicable for the PROJECT. The SPONSOR further agrees to comply with and shall require the compliance and physical incorporation of Federal Form FHWA-1273 into all contracts or subcontracts for construction, as attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit B, Terms and Conditions.

SCOPE AND PROCEDURE. The SCOPE AND PROCEDURE for this PROJECT shall be: (Description be an Intersection Improvement and Pedestrian Amenities. Project will correct the skew at the intersection of Project)Xxxxxxx Bridge Road and Xxxxxxxx Road and construct a 10-foot wide, enhanced sidewalk from the improved intersection area to Niblick Drive. The sidewalk is on the west side of the road, as set forth in Exhibit A, the “WORK PLAN”, which is attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out herein. The scope of work is further defined by the PROJECT design and construction plans estimate sheets (“"PROJECT PLANS”") on file with the DEPARTMENT and the SPONSOR and referenced as if attached hereto and incorporated as if fully set out forth herein. The SPONSOR shall be responsible for assuring that the PROJECT will be economically feasible and based upon sound engineering principles, meet American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ("AASHTO") Guidelines and will be sensitive to ecological, environmental and archeological archaeological issues. The WORK PLAN sets out the scope of work for the PROJECT. It is understood and agreed that the DEPARTMENT shall participate only in the PROJECT as specified in Exhibit “A”, WORK PLAN. The SPONSOR shall work with the Georgia Department of Transportation District 7 to advise the SPONSOR on the WORK PLAN and provide guidance during implementation of the PROJECT. During the development of the PROJECT the SPONSOR has taken into consideration, as applicable, the DEPARTMENT's “'S Standard Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges”, 1993 EditionAASHTO guidelines; Federal Highway Administration("FHWA"Supplemental Specifications Book", current edition; AASHTO standards for bicycle facilities; FHWA guidelines for pedestrian facilities) guidelines; compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior "Standards and Guidelines, Archaeology and Historic Preservation"; compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and with Section 4(f) of the US DOT Act of 1966; compliance with the Archaeology and Historic Preservation Act of 1974; compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 and with the Native American Xxxxxx Protection and Repatriation Act, the Georgia Abandoned Cemeteries and Burial Grounds Act of 1991; compliance with the DEPARTMENT's Scenic Byways Designation and Management Program, and with the American Society of Landscape Architect Guidelines; compliance with the Outdoor Advertising Requirements as outlined in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, Section 32-6-70 et.seq. and other standards and guidelines as may be applicable to the PROJECT. The SPONSOR shall acquire has acquired rights of way way, if required, and related services for the PROJECT in accordance with State and Federal Laws, DEPARTMENT's Right of Way Procedure Manual, Federal Regulations and particularly Title 23 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations ("CFR"), as amended, and any additional written instructions given by the DEPARTMENT. The SPONSOR further acknowledges that no acquisition of rights of way shall proceed occurred until all applicable archaeological, environmental and historical preservation clearances have been were approved. The SPONSOR shall be solely responsible for construction of the PROJECT and the procurement of and execution of all applicable agreement(s) required to provide for any and all construction services required to construct the PROJECT. Construction shall be accomplished in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, 23 CFR 1 (specifically see also 23 CFR §1.9 (Limitation on Federal Participation) and §1.27 (Maintenance)) and 23 CFR 645 (Utilities), as well as Section 101 of Title 23 of the United States Code (“USC” or “U.S.C.”) (Definitions-Construction) and 23 USC 116 (Mainatenance), the DEPARTMENT’s Locally Adminstered Projects (“LAP”) Manual, and all applicable design guidelines and policies of the DEPARTMENT in order to produce a cost effective PROJECT. Failure to follow all applicable guidelines and policies will jeopardize the reimbursement of federal funds in some or all categories outlined in this Agreement, and it shall be the responsibility of the SPONSOR for any loss of funding. The SPONSOR shall ensure that all contracts as well as any subcontracts for implementation the construction of the PROJECT shall comply with the Federal and State legal requirements imposed on the DEPARTMENT and any amendments thereto. The SPONSOR is required and does agree to abide by those provisions governing the DEPARTMENT's ’s authority to contract, specifically, but not limited to Sections 32-2-60 through 32-2-77 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated; the DEPARTMENT's Rules and Regulations governing the Prequalification of Prospective Bidders, Chapter 672-5; and the DEPARTMENT's “Standard Specifications”, 1993 Editioncurrent edition; "“Supplemental Specifications Book"”, current edition; and any Supplemental Specifications and Special Provisions as applicable for the PROJECT. The SPONSOR further agrees to comply with and shall require the compliance and physical incorporation of Federal Form FHWA-1273 into all contracts or subcontracts for construction, as attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit “B,” REQUIRED CONTRACT PROVISIONS, FEDERAL-AID CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS. The SPONSOR shall be solely responsible for letting the PROJECT to construction, for the execution of all applicable agreements, and for securing and awarding the construction contract for the PROJECT. The work shall be procured by the SPONSOR and subcontracted through the appropriate procurement process to a private contractor or government entity as may be appropriate. If the work is performed by a private contractor, the SPONSOR is responsible for preparing the bid contract documents and letting the work out for bid in accordance with the express limitations provided in this Agreement, the DEPARTMENT’s LAP Manual or any other applicable provisions of State law. Upon opening bids, the SPONSOR shall award the PROJECT to the lowest reliable bidder. The SPONSOR shall follow the requirements of the DEPARTMENT’s LAP Manual and remain LAP certified during the term of this Agreement. Prior to award of the PROJECT, the SPONSOR shall submit to the DEPARTMENT a bid tabulation and the SPONSOR’s recommendation for awarding the PROJECT. The DEPARTMENT will review the information focusing on budget proposals and issue a written recommendation to award or reject the bids. If a recommendation to award is given by the DEPARTMENT, the DEPARTMENT shall issue a written Notice to Proceed to construction. No work shall begin until this Notice to Proceed has been issued to the SPONSOR. The SPONSOR will be responsible for performing the construction, inspection, supervision and documentation. At the discretion of the DEPARTMENT, spot inspection and material testing will be performed by the DEPARTMENT when deemed necessary by the DEPARTMENT and pursuant to the LAP Manual.