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SECTION 02050 DEMOLITION
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 SCOPE:
A. Summary of Work: The CONTRACTOR shall include the removal of existing
construction to limits indicated on drawings where earthwork or other construction
operations are to be performed as specified herein. The ENGINEER shall not be
responsible for the condition of any items to be removed or salvaged.
1.02 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS: (Not Used)
1.03 DEFINITIONS: (Not Used)
1.04 SUBMITTALS:
A. Schedule of Demolition:
1. Submit proposed methods and operations of demolition for review prior to the
start of work.
B. Permits:
1. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for acquiring appropriate necessary
permits for the work. Copies of the permits shall be submitted to the
ENGINEER.
1.05 QUALIFICATIONS: (Not Used)
1.06 RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. The CONTRACTOR shall not commence demolition prior to written permission of the
CITY.
B. Condition of structures to be demolished:
1. The ENGINEER assumes no responsibility for actual condition of structures to
be demolished.
2. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purposes will be
maintained by ENGINEER insofar as practicable.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall remove all foundations to one foot below the proposed
sub-grades.
D. Explosives: The use of explosives will not be permitted. The CONTRACTOR may
use a non-explosive, expanding agent in drilled holes for the demolition of concrete,
and shall conform to all manufacturers’ recommendations, including safety
precautions for mixing and placing the agent.
E. The CONTRACTOR shall ensure the safe passage of persons around the area of
demolition and clearing. The CONTRACTOR shall conduct operations to prevent
injury to adjacent structures, other facilities, and persons.
1. The CONTRACTOR shall protect existing finish work that is to remain in place
from damage due to demolition operations.
F. Traffic:
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1. The CONTRACTOR shall conduct operations and the removal of debris to
ensure minimum interference with existing access roads and other adjacent
occupied or used facilities.
2. Do not close, block or otherwise obstruct access roads or other occupied or
used facilities without permission from the ENGINEER.
G. The CONTRACTOR shall promptly repair damages caused to adjacent facilities by
demolition operations at no cost to the ENGINEER.
1.07 CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING: (Not Used)
1.08 INSPECTION COORDINATION: The CONTRACTOR shall provide access to the WORK
for the ENGINEER as requested for inspection. The Contractor shall provide 48 hours
notice of its intention to begin new WORK activities.
1.09 WARRANTY: (Not Used)
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 SALVAGE MATERIALS:
A. The CONTRACTOR shall salvage and store the following material:
1. Water meters.
2. Other materials and equipment as directed by the CITY.
3. The CONTRACTOR shall use extreme care not to damage the equipment and
material during their removal and replacement.
4. Salvage material shall be transferred to City Facilities as directed by the City.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 DEMOLITION:
A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide services for effective air and water pollution
controls as required by local authorities having jurisdiction.
B. If hazardous materials are found, the contractor shall notify the ENGINEER
immediately.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall completely backfill below-grade areas and voids resulting
from demolition work. The CONTRACTOR shall provide fill consisting of approved
soil, gravel or sand (free of trash and debris) and compact fill to approximate density
of surrounding native soil.
3.02 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS:
A. The CONTRACTOR shall remove debris, rubbish, and other materials resulting from
demolition operations.
B. If hazardous materials are encountered during demolition operations, the
CONTRACTOR shall comply with applicable regulations, laws, and ordinances
concerning removal, handling, and protection against exposure or environmental
pollution.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall transport materials removed during demolition activities
and properly dispose of them at an approved site according to the State, Federal,
and local regulations.
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3.03 CONNECTIONS TO EXISTING CONSTRUCTION:
A. The CONTRACTOR shall cut and remove portions of existing construction as
required to allow proper installation of new construction.
B. The CONTRACTOR shall shore, brace and maintain existing structure(s) in a safe
condition until permanent supports are completed.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall repair all damage as a result of installation of shoring and
bracing.
3.04 CLEANUP AND REPAIR:
A. Upon completion of demolition work, the CONTRACTOR shall remove tools,
equipment and demolished materials from site; see SECTION 1.0 and 3.02 A and B
of this specification.
B. The CONTRACTOR shall repair demolition performed in excess of that required and
return structures and surfaces to conditions existing prior to commencement of
demolition work. The CONTRACTOR shall repair adjacent construction or surfaces
soiled or damaged by demolition work.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall remove or modify as indicated all existing construction
within the construction limits to the extent necessary to permit construction of the
work. The CONTRACTOR shall properly dispose of the material at an approved site
according to the State, Federal, and local regulations.
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