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Overview of OAR Chapter 731 — Department of Transportation
The Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) are the official regulations that implement Oregon laws passed by the Legislature. Chapter 731 contains rules specific to the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). These rules provide detailed guidance on how the department operates, manages transportation projects, administers funding, and oversees public contracts.
The rules are organized into divisions, each covering a particular topic or program. Below is a detailed breakdown.
Division 1 — Procedural Rules
Covers general procedures ODOT must follow when creating, changing, or applying rules.
Includes requirements for notifying the public about proposed rules.
Ensures that ODOT follows consistent administrative procedures in line with Oregon law.
Division 3 — Interagency Services
Governs services ODOT provides to other state agencies.
Covers areas like accounting, information technology, payroll, and other administrative support.
Ensures that these services follow departmental standards and are consistent with state policies.
Division 5 — Public Contract Rules; Highway and Bridge Projects
Establishes rules for public contracts specifically related to highways and bridges.
Includes requirements for bidding, contractor qualifications, and compliance with laws.
Ensures fair competition and legal oversight on construction and improvement projects.
Division 7 — Public Improvement Contracts; Highway and Bridge Construction
Further defines contracting rules for public improvements like bridges, highways, and other transportation infrastructure.
Sets requirements for contract execution, contractor responsibilities, and monitoring.
Division 12 — Reduction of Vehicle-Carrying Capacity
Provides rules for cases when a roadway’s vehicle-carrying capacity is reduced.
Includes the review process, criteria for approval, and notifications to affected parties.
Ensures safe and orderly management of changes to traffic capacity.
Division 15 — Coordination Rules
Focuses on ODOT’s coordination with other agencies, including federal, state, local, and tribal entities.
Ensures that transportation projects are compatible with broader planning and legal requirements.
Promotes effective communication and shared responsibility across agencies.
Division 17 — Economic Development Projects Unable to Meet Transportation Planning Rule Requirements
Provides rules for handling projects that promote economic development but cannot fully comply with transportation planning standards.
Defines the process for evaluating exceptions and ensuring projects still meet safety and operational needs.
Division 20 — Methods of Establishing Gross Weights of Trucks
Sets out how truck gross weights are determined for regulatory and enforcement purposes.
Includes methods, standards, and procedures for classifying vehicles for road use.
Division 30 — Oregon Transportation Infrastructure Fund
Governs administration of the Oregon Transportation Infrastructure Fund.
Includes rules for funding eligibility, application processes, and project approval.
Ensures that state funding is allocated efficiently and transparently.
Division 35 — Connect Oregon Fund Program
Provides rules for administering grants under the Connect Oregon Fund Program.
Defines eligibility, selection criteria, application procedures, and fund distribution.
Supports transportation projects that enhance statewide economic and transportation goals.
Division 36 — Multimodal Active Transportation Fund
Covers funding for non-motorized transportation projects like biking, walking, and other active transportation modes.
Sets rules for applications, eligibility, and fund allocation.
Encourages safe, multimodal transportation infrastructure development.
Division 40 — Tollway Projects
Establishes rules for developing and managing tollways.
Includes requirements for planning, feasibility studies, financial evaluation, and project approval.
Ensures tollway projects meet state policy, safety standards, and public accountability.
Division 50 — Highway Projects
Governs the planning, design, funding, and execution of highway projects.
Includes contractor qualifications, project oversight, and legal compliance.
Ensures that highway projects are safe, effective, and properly funded.
Divisions 146–149 — Public Contracting and Procurement Rules
These divisions cover general rules for public contracting across the department:
Division 146: General rules for public contracting, applying to all types of procurements.
Division 147: Rules for procuring goods and services, including competitive bidding and vendor selection.
Division 148: Rules for selecting professional consultants (engineers, architects, land surveyors) and other specialized services.
Division 149: Rules for construction contracts, including responsibilities, compliance, and oversight.
These rules ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability in all ODOT procurement activities.
Purpose and Use of Chapter 731
Implementation of Statutes: Translates legislative laws into actionable rules for transportation programs.
Administrative Guidance: Provides clear procedures for ODOT staff, contractors, and the public.
Compliance and Enforcement: Establishes standards to ensure legal compliance in projects, contracting, and funding.
Coordination: Promotes collaboration with other agencies and stakeholders.
Public Accountability: Ensures transparency in funding, projects, and contracts.
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