M-39 Reconstruction Project Overview 

Value Engineering, serving as a sub-consultant, will provide complex roadway design services for the M-39 freeway and associated ramps within Detroit and Dearborn, specifically from Cathedral St to Tireman Rd. M-39 (Southfield Freeway), originally constructed in the 1960s, spans through Detroit and Dearborn. This includes developing a comprehensive 3-D model for alignments, profiles, unique templates, and tie-ins at ramp terminal intersections, among other detailed design aspects.

This project entails a comprehensive 4R reconstruction of the M-39 freeway and all ramps within the specified limits, excluding the I-96 interchange. Key components of the project include:

• Complete removal and replacement of mainline and ramp pavements.
• Installation of single-face concrete median barriers.
• Modification or replacement of service road screening walls.
• Upgrading storm sewer systems with oversized dual trunk lines.
• Analysis and upgrade of pump stations.
• Replacement of raised outside shoulders with flush shoulders.
• Installation of freeway lighting, signing, permanent pavement marking, landscaping, and other associated works.
• Signal work at ramp terminal intersections is not within the scope.

SCOPE OF WORK:
As a sub-consultant under AECOM, VE's responsibilities include:

• Detailed roadway design from Cathedral St to Tireman Rd.
• Development of a 3-D model incorporating alignments, profiles, unique templates, and tie-ins.
• Coordination with AECOM and other subconsultants for project deliverables.
• Design and coordination of pedestrian traffic at Cathedral St.
• Participation in the Value Engineering Study using Base Plan submittal.

DELIVERABLES:

• Base Plan Submittal:
  • Project PDF sheets for alignment, removal, construction, and profiles.
  • Typical cross-section sheets.
  • 3-D model with alignments, side slopes, end conditions, and template drops.
• Preliminary Plan Submittal and Final Plan Coordination (FPC) Submittals:
  • Updated 75% and 90% models with ramp terminal intersections.
  • Finalized typical cross-sections, pavement design, and superelevation transitions.
  • Updated sheets with existing utilities, drainage, and cross-section information.
  • Ramp gore detail sheets, guardrail details, intersection and ADA curb ramp details.
  • Miscellaneous details, special provisions, and standard plans summaries.
• Final Plan Submittal:
  • Finalized 100% model with refined terminal intersections, side slopes, and grading.
  • Final supplemental documentation (quantity books, engineering calculations).
  • Annotation of Geometric Plot for VE Project Segment.
  • Plans and specifications for Over-The-Shoulder Reviews.​