Section 4: Project Execution
Anchor: #i1000645Work Order
The district is responsible for issuing the work order to the railroad for any railroad force account work not involving installation of new railroad signal devices and coordinating work in progress on railroad right-of-way. The work order should be issued soon after the contract has been awarded to allow the railroad sufficient time to order materials and schedule work. A copy of the work order should also be sent to TRF and FIN. The work order authorizes payment to the railroad.
Anchor: #i1000655Pre-construction Meeting
A pre-construction meeting is recommended and is the district’s responsibility. Representatives from the railroad, TxDOT’s contractor, and TxDOT should attend the meeting so that work can be coordinated. The construction schedule and individual points of concern and coordination are discussed.
Anchor: #i1000665Inspection
The district inspects the work performed by the railroad and verifies that the work complies with the approved plan layout and specifications.
Anchor: #i1000675Completion Letter
The district issues the completion letter to the railroad when the project is complete. A copy of the completion letter should be sent to TRF and FIN. The completion letter authorizes final payment to the railroad.