Form 9130-3 is to be used to order signs from the National Sign Center only. Consult BLM Manual Section 9130 for other procurement sources and specific guidance. The originator completes all applicable blocks. Type all information except sketches. If attachments are submitted, count each attachment as an additional page. Submit the two Sign Center copies to the National Sign Center. |
Specific Instructions
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| Block 1. | Enter originating office name |
| Block 2. | Enter originating office contact. |
Block 3. | The originator obtains the next Field Office's consecutive order number from the Field Office Signs Coordinator. Each Field Office will establish their own consecutive orders (i.e., NM-010-90-001). NOTE: Order numbers are not assigned by procurement staffs. Submit a separate requisition for each change in sign message, sign size, sign type, or funding and accounting data. A requisition is required even if there are no direct costs to the ordering office. |
Block 4. | Enter all required funding and accounting data (example: NM-018-00-4333-1226). |
Block 4a. | Enter credit card number, expiration date, type of card and cardholder's name. |
Block 4b. | Enter certifying official's phone number. |
| Block 5. | Enter number of signs to be made. |
Block 6. | Enter approximate installation date. Advanced planning is the key, but allow 6-8 weeks for normal completion. |
| Block 7. | Enter vehicle speed in m.p.h. and/or sight distance if applicable. This determines the size of the letters and sign. |
| Block 8. | Enter road number and/or real property number (optional). |
| Blocks 9a-9d. | Check one block under each heading. (All standard signs are reflective.) |
| Block 10. | Check the block if Artwork or Graphics are submitted. Provide a Black and White Film Positive mylar for each color required. |
| Block 11. | Check if ORV symbols are being ordered. Specify sign number, size, message, etc., under Block 18. |
| Block 12. | Check if Federal Recreation Symbols are being ordered. Specify sign number, size, message, etc., under Block 18. |
| Block 13. | Check if Standard Back Country Byway signs are being ordered from Unicor. Specify size for rectangular signs or provide information for truncated signs under Block 18. |
| Block 14. | Check if Standard Desk Name Plates are being ordered. Type names in Block 18. |
| Block 15. | Check if sign is to be Back-to-Back. One Back-to-Back sign requires two substrate sign faces and therefore is counted as two signs in Block 5. |
Block 16. | Check if Other types of signs. Provide information under Block 18. |
| Block 17. | Sketch sign shape, show logo(s), show margins and type wording. |
| Block 18. | Identify any Special Instructions or conditions (i.e., special mounting, exact sizes, multiple colors, raised logo, etc.). |
| Block 19. | Sketch location, show roads or trails, indicate paved or unpaved roads, right-of-way width if applicable. Show sight distance, locate sign, show if back-to-back sign, locate any other signs, and give significant natural features. (Use attachment if needed.) |
Sign Center Use Only: The Sign Center will enter current data available and return it with the shipped order. Detailed information should be obtained from financial documents. |