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of boring locations, with elevation. The Foundation Report shall also include: • Nature of materials found on the site. • Liquefaction potential. • Any geological hazards that may exist and recommend mitigation measures. • Seismic design data in accordance with Caltrans seismic design criteria. The report shall be developed in accordance with the guidelines for foundation studies and report as referenced in EFPB Information and Procedures Guide and the Bridge Design Aids Manual. It shall be assured that the design parameters and potential construction difficulties are identified and addressed, together with the proper mitigation measures in the Foundation Report. For the bridge structure, alternative types of foundations shall be evaluated to insure the selection of the most suitable type of foundation. A log of Test Borings sheet shall be prepared and included as part of the report and as part of the structure plans. This Foundation Report and Log Test Borings sheet shall be prepared in accordance with Caltrans Standard Procedures and shall be approved by Caltrans. • Laboratory Testing — Bulk and undisturbed samples shall be selected for laboratory testing. All tests shall be conducted in accordance with Caltrans Test Methods or ASTM Standards. • Engineering Analyses -- Results obtained from the field and laboratory investigation program shall be used to establish idealized soil profiles and design soil parameters for bridge foundation design. 9. RIGHT-OF-WAY This Project shall require the acquisition of additional right-of-way. Consultants must demonstrate the minimum qualifications as established in the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Right of Way Manual which can be accessed at: http://www.dot.ca,gov/hq/row/rowman/manual/index The acquisition process shall be conducted in accordance with applicable codes, procedures and regulations, including California Government Code, Code of Civil Procedure, California Relocation Assistance and the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act). City shall review and approve all right -of -way -related work and deliverables. Consultants must demonstrate ability to have successfully negotiated and closed escrow on acquisition of parcels and minimized the eminent domain process on similar projects. In conjunction with the Environmental Review, the Consultant shall determine right-of-way needs and prepare maps for submittal to the City. The Consultant shall identify the need for new right-of-way, new access control, permanent easements, and temporary construction easements. The Consultant shall coordinate with affected agencies to determine right-of-way impacts (including utility right-of-way needs). The City shall approve right-of-way requirements prior to initiating preparation of right-of-way maps.