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Dimensions of Existing Structures
Where the dimensions and locations of existing structures are of critical importance in the
installation or connections of new work, the Contractor shall verify such dimensions and
locations in the field before the fabrication of any material or equipment which is
dependent on the correctness of such information.
Occupying Private Property
The Contractor shall not enter upon nor occupy with men, equipment or materials any
property outside of the public highways or Owner's easements, except with the written
consent of the property owner or property owner's agent.
Existing Utility Locations - Contractor's Responsibility
The location of existing underground services and utilities shown on the drawings is based
on available records. It is not warranted that all existing utilities and services are shown,
nor that shown locations are correct. The Contractor shall be responsible for having the
utility companies locate their respective utilities on the ground prior to excavating.
To satisfy the requirements of New Hampshire law, RSA 374, the Contractor shall, at
least 72 hours, exclusive of Saturdays Sundays and holidays, prior to excavation in the
proximity of telephone, gas, cable television and electric utilities, notify the utilities
concerned by calling "DIG SAFE" at telephone number: 1-888-344-7233.
The Contractor shall coordinate all work involving utilities and shall satisfy himself as to
the existing conditions of the areas in which he is to perform his work. He shall conduct
and arrange his work so as not to impede or interfere with the work of other contractors
working in the same or adjacent areas.
Coordination of Work
The General Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating his own work as well as that
of any subcontractors. He shall be responsible for notification of the Engineer when each
phase of work is expected to begin and the approximate completion date.
Time for Completion of Contract
The time for completion of this contract is stipulated in the Form of General Bid. The
Bidder shall base his bid on completing the proposed work by the completion date
stipulated in INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS.
Maintenance of Trench Surface
After backfilling and compacting the trench, the Contractor shall be responsible for
keeping the ground surface dry and passable at all times until the surface has been
restored to original conditions.
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