02223_EXCAVATION__GRADING.rtf

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SECTION 02223

EXCAVATION AND GRADING

1. GENERAL:

1.1 Provide all labor, materials, equipment and services necessary for and reasonably incidental to the execution and completion of excavation and grading for paving and drainage improvements.

2. APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS: The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

29 CFR 1926, subpart P - Excavations

The work under this Section shall be in accordance with the applicable portions of the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration's "Standard Specifications for Construction and Materials," dated July 2008, including the latest errata and addenda thereto, referred to herein as the Maryland State Specification, except as may be modified herein.

a. All references to "Engineer" or "Administration" shall be interpreted to mean "Contracting Officer" or "Government," respectively.

3. MATERIALS:

3.1 The classifications for paving and drainage excavation shall conform to the requirements of Sections 201, 204, & 208 of the Maryland State Specification. Delete Maryland Specification section 201.03.03.

3.2 Materials for Borrow Excavation shall be in accordance with Section 916 of the Maryland State Specification.

4. CONSTRUCTION METHODS:

4.1 This work shall be performed in accordance with Sections 201, 204, and 208 of the Maryland State Specification, except as modified herein.

4.2 Where encountered, the Contractor shall salvage topsoil in accordance with Section 701 of the Maryland State Specifications.

4.3 Unsuitable or excess material shall be disposed of in accordance with governing environmental regulations and this specification.

4.4 All excavation and grading shall comply with all applicable requirements outlined in 29 CFR 1926, subpart P - Excavations.

5. MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT:

5.1 Measurement and Payment shall be based on the contract unit prices for the items listed.

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