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Carl Dominguez

Director Department of Public Works

Paving the Way for Economic Opportunities and Investment

Paving the Way for Economic Opportunities and Investment

• The Department of Public Works understands

the importance of sound infrastructure to Guam’s future

– Public sector investments build private sector investor confidence – Mobility is crucial to economic growth potential

• Efficient delivery of goods and services
• Safe and efficient access for workers customers

Paving the Way for Economic Opportunities and Investment

• Department of Public Works has launched a

massive effort to improve Guam’s existing public roadways

– Rehabilitation – Resurfacing – Reconstruction

• Effort has been carefully programmed and has been

driven by the 2030 Guam Transportation Plan

2030 Guam Transportation Plan

• The 2030 Guam Transportation Plan represents the

largest public investment in roadway improvements in Guam’s history

• Outlines Guam’s road improvement needs over the

next 20 years

– Based on organic growth – Includes projected needs to meet military buildup requirements – Fosters mobility, safety and economic expansion

2030 Guam Transportation Plan

• Plan was developed in partnership between the

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), DoD and the Guam Department of Public Works

• Current improvement program covers approx. 186

miles of routed primary roads and bridges throughout the island

• Identifies and prioritizes projects and funding

requirements

2030 Guam Transportation Plan

• Improved inspection standards
• Higher accountability of Contractors &

Construction Management Firms

• Continual Audits of Projects
• On–Going Training for consistency

– Workforce Safety Training Program

• Over 100 representatives from contractors
• Mayors, Law Enforcement Agencies & Utilities
• Focus on MUTCD Standards and Enforcement

2030 Guam Transportation Plan

• Plan includes a compendium of supportive

initiatives:

– Rights of Way Manual – Village Streets Master Plan – Storm Water Master Plan – Asset Management Information System – Guam Transportation Training Initiative – Bridge Inspection and Rating Program – Environmental Procedures Guide

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ONGOING PROJECTS

September 2014

Route 1/8 Intersection Improvements and Agana Bridge Replacement (Design Build) Project Start: September 2011 Completion: April 2015 Scope: Road improvements and Bridges Replacement Cost: $16.4M Contractor: Core Tech International

• Est. Progress: 80%

Route 4, Agfayan Bridge Replacement Project Start: August 2013 Completion: December 2014 Scope: Bridge Replacement Cost: $4.6M Contractor: Black Construction Corporation

• Est. Progress: 40%

Asan & Aguada Bridges Rehabilitation Project Start: January 2014 Completion: November 2014 Scope: Rehabilitation for two bridges Cost: $1.1M Contractor: Maeda Pacific Corporation

• Est. Progress: 30%

Route 4, Togcha to Ipan Beach Park Project Start: February 2014 Completion: July 2014 Scope: Roadway and Safety Improvements Cost: $700,000 Contractor: Nippo Corporation

• Est. Progress: 90%

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2 Route 17 Rehabilitation and Widening, Phase 2A Project Start: March 2014 Completion: March 2015 Scope: Drainage Improvements and Spot Repair Cost: $2.5M Contractor: Nippo Corporation

• Est. Progress: 25%

Route 20, Maga Haga Highway, Phase 1 Project Start: April 2014 Completion: March 2015 Scope: New Arterial Parkway Cost: $7.3M Contractor: IMCO General Construction

• Est. Progress: 40%

Route 25/26 Intersection Improvement Project Start: June 2014 Completion: February 2015 Scope: Intersection Improvement Cost: $2.5M Contractor: Korando Corporation

• Est. Progress: 40%

Inarajan North Leg (As Misa) Project Start: May 2014 Completion: May 2015 Scope: Bridge Rehabilitation Cost: $1.2 Million Contractor: IMCO General Construction

• Est. Progress: 40%

Bile/Pigua Bridge Replacements Project Start: July 2014 Completion: October 2015 Scope: Replace Two Bridges Cost: $3.7 M Contractor: Korando Corporation

• Est. Progress: 15%

Replacement of Welded Petroleum Distribution Piping and Appurtenances Project Start: May 2014 Completion: November 2015 Scope: Pipe replacement Cost: $1.5 M Contractor: Rex International

• Est. Progress: 0%

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CONSTRUCTION VALUE AT $42M

Roadway Improvement Value Summary

Category Construction Value Completed Projects $118 Million Projects Under Construction $42 Million Projects in Planning or Design $141 Million Total Construction Value $301 Million

Paving the Way for Economic Opportunities and Investment

• DPW stands ready to assist in creating new

economic opportunities for our island:

– Construction companies, planning and design firms and construction management firms

• We are prepared to provide potential

investors/developers/builders with assistance:

– Building permitting, inspections and development process guidance

For More Information visit:

Guam Transportation Program website at: www.guamtransportationprogram.com

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Department of Public Works website at: www.dpw.guam.gov

Paving the Way for Economic Opportunities and Investment