1. 1 In 2002, Florida Legislature created Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise to manage the Turnpike System as part of the FDOT Turnpike Enterprise Mission: Public sector mission; private sector methods Entrepreneurial Innovative technology applications Challenged to be “laboratory for change” Performance-based approaches

2. 2 Florida’s Open Roads Policy

3. 3 Prior to RISC: Towing and Recovery episodes with uncertified operators and outdated equipment “six to seven hour closures not uncommon”

4. 4 Response Required:  24/7 response within sector tow vendor covers  One heavy duty recovery wrecker on-scene within 45 minutes; 2nd heavy duty wrecker & support vehicle within 60 minutes Plan for Activation:  Florida Highway Patrol notifies Turnpike’s TMC for any major Large Vehicle incidents, including spilled loads  TMC contacts tow vendor for activation Equipment Required:  Two 50-ton+ wreckers, at least one being a rotator-type  One support truck containing: – MOT/traffic control elements – Spill mitigation measures

5. 5 Contracting Mechanism:  An Open Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) advertised by FDOT  Allows multiple companies and contracts to cover the same geographic areas – Non-exclusivity with a Rotation system  Supported by Florida’s Professional Tow association (PWoF) Incentive-based Elements:  Cash Incentive for ‘Quick Clearance’ of travel lanes within 90 minutes following the Notice to Proceed (currently $2,500)  Requires training and certifications be met for operator competency, including incident scene traffic control provisions  After 150 minutes from the Notice to Proceed, time penalty will start ($10 per minute)

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7. 7 John Easterling, P.E., PTOE 954-934-1620 john.easterling@dot.state.fl.us