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Advertised Electronic Plans

 


Frequently Asked Questions
                  
                  

                     
I select the view button or select copy out and nothing happens.
From the Internet Explorer Browser select Tools > Internet Options menu.  In the Internet Options on the Advanced tab Enable the Microsoft Virtual Machine (VM) as shown below. 
Internet Options  
Microsoft  VM
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Java console enabled (requires restart)
  
Java logging enabled
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JIT compiler for virtual machine enabled (requires restart)
                      
If the Microsoft Virtual Machine  does not appear on the Advanced tab for a Windows XP workstation then apply Service Pack 1.  
     
Click Here  Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 1         
                            
                                  

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Every time I view a Tif file it always ask me to "open" or "save to disk".
A plug-in for your web browser should be installed.  AlternaTIFF is a web browser add-on (ActiveX control or plug-in) that displays most of the common types of TIFF image files.  It works in most web browsers for Windows 95 or higher (98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP, etc.). 
               
Click
Here    AlternaTIFF                               
               
                                     

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I want to view MicroStation files and I don't have MicroStation.
Install a viewer for MicroStation files.  WebDGN delivers the CAD file without any translations, in its native format, allowing you to perform all view operations as if you were using the original CAD application (DGN). You can zoom in on small details without any loss of resolution. Level and layer information remains intact, so that you may alter the display of the CAD file to turn specific layers on or off (by default the file will come up as it was last saved).  This is taken one step further, as you can also control the levels or layers in any attached reference CAD files. 
         
Install WebDGN Client Software 11.3MB
Click Here  Download                

                                                                                                                                                           

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How do I get to the Falcon Web Site for Advertised Electronic Plans?

    
Click Here   
Advertisement WebPage  
        
Click Here   
Falcon Web Site
The web address for the Falcon Web Site has changed to:
http://falcon.virginiadot.org/falcon/falconweb.htm it is reflected in the link above.
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How do I create a search to find the files I need?
Creating a Search - Follow Steps 1 through 3 Below:
Step 1
Step 2
  • Select which "Types of Files" you need
  • If "final submission" is selected, you will receive a list of all CADD software related files (ex. MicroStation, IGrds, CAiCE, GEOPAK & Reports)
  • If "pre award revision" is selected, you will receive a list of only the CADD software related files that have been revised since Advertisement
  • If "tif files" is selected, you will receive the complete plan assembly list of the Official Tif Files
Step 3
  • Click on Submit Search
    From there you can view & download the files as needed.
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How do I know if I need access to Falcon?  
Beginning with the April 13, 2004 Advertisement, in order to view/download electronic plans for specific projects, All Contractors & Suppliers who view online plans will need access.  Each employee of the firm who will be using the Falcon Web Site will need an individual login and password.
                       
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How long does it take to get access?                 
You may request access Monday through Friday. It takes one or two days to get a response to your request.  You may email B. Trent after FAXING your form to (804) 786-5157 and 
she will grant access as soon as possible.     
                   
                                              
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How will I be notified when I have been given a logon and password to the Falcon Web Site?                 
Your logon and password will be e-mailed to you as soon as your request has been completed. If two or more employees use the same e-mail address, their logon and password will be mailed to them. If this is the case, the firm will receive an e-mail stating their logon and passwords will be mailed to them.  
                               
                                        
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What type of files are available on the Advertised Electronic Plans Web Site?
  • CADD software related files (ex. MicroStation, IGrds, CAiCE, GEOPAK & Reports)
  • Pre Award Revisions
  • Official Plan Assembly (Tif file format)
                                                        
MicroStation or Bentley Redline is required to open MicroStation (.dgn files).                       
Please call the Location and Design Division Customer Service Desk at (888)683-0345 to get a copy of the software.     
                                       
Click here for more information  
WebDGN can be used to view MicroStation files within your browser
                                  
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Where can I get the Access Forms?
You can acquire access by completing the request and security Access Forms and faxing the forms to (804)786-5157, attn: B.Trent.           

  
              
                     
If you experience problems accessing the content or need help 
send your questions to the Location and Design Helpdesk.


Page last modified: Oct. 16, 2008

 


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