Title
Approval of a Resolution Authorizing the Washington State Department of Transportation Certification Acceptance Qualification Agreement
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve the Resolution authorizing the Washington State Department of Transportation Certification Acceptance Qualification Agreement.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve the Resolution authorizing the Washington State Department of Transportation Certification Acceptance Qualification Agreement.
Staff Contact:
Heather Reed, Procurement and Contract Manager, Public Works Department, 360.753.8771
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) requires local agencies administering Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) funds to maintain Certification Acceptance (CA) status. The CA program allows qualified agencies to independently administer federal transportation projects while adhering to WSDOT Local Agency Guidelines and federal requirements.
To maintain CA status, the City must execute the Certification Acceptance Qualification Agreement (DOT Form 140043), which outlines required policies, procedures, and designated approval authorities for project development, environmental review, consultant agreements, construction contract award, and contract administration. The Agreement also states that CA projects must comply with WSDOT/APWA (American Public Works Association) Standard Specifications and remain available for FHWA and State review at any time.
WSDOT requires governing body authorization of specific staff positions responsible for approving plans, specifications, estimates, consultant agreements, and contract awards. The accompanying Resolution establishes those positions, including City Engineer, Assistant City Engineer, Public Works Director, Deputy Public Works Director, and City Manager, as designated approval auth...
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