In an effort to share the risk of fluctuating materials prices with the contractor, the Department uses several escalation clauses. The Fuel Escalation Clause can be used for any contract greater than $250,000. The Fuel Factor Percentage for a contract is calculated based on the value of selected items in the Engineers Estimate to provide an average fuel usage for the contract items. The Asphalt Escalation Clause is used for any contract with more than 4,000 tons of plantmix. Currently the clause only applies to paving grade asphalts. The Emulsified Asphalt Escalation Clause is intended to minimize the cost effects of price uncertainty to the Contractor and the Department. Prices are the same as AWP Asphalt Prices.

Select a link below to see currently posted escalation prices.

• Weekly West Coast (PADD 5) Except California No 2 Diesel Retail Prices
• AWP Asphalt Prices

Questions on the escalation clauses can be directed to the Construction Division at 775-888-7460.

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