Prepare a monthly estimate in accordance with the contract as specified in Article 9.5, “Progress Payments”, of the

Standard Specifications

. Additional guidance regarding estimates can be found on the page, Construction Support TIPS.

According to , the department may not pay a contractor for highway improvement, construction, or maintenance before the 10th day of the month after the month in which the work is performed or the material is used. Finance Accounts Payable determines and notifies the districts via email of the monthly estimate deadline for construction projects.