The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) requires utilities to relocate facilities that may conflict with transportation projects. TDOT provided a presentation on utility relocation requirements, including:
1) Utilities must submit engineering plans and cost estimates to TDOT by specified due dates to be eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses.
2) If consultants are used for engineering services, TDOT must approve the consultant and estimated costs before any reimbursable work begins.
3) To be included in the state construction contract, utilities must submit detailed relocation plans, specifications, cost estimates and permit sketches to TDOT by the specified "B" date.