Specifications - City of Montpelier, Vermont

Title:Montpelier District HeatingCity of Montpelier, VT01730 – Removals, Cutting, and PatchingIssue Date:September 28, 2012Page #:1 of 3REVISION HISTORYRev Description of Change AuthorEffective Date0 Initial ReleaseA For Bidding September 28, 2012SECTION 01730 REMOVALS, CUTTING, AND PATCHINGPART 1GENERAL1.1 PROJECT CONDITIONSA. Existing Conditions: Do not disturb existing structures, construction, materials orequipment unless required by the Contract.1. Do not cut, drill or remove structural members such as joists, beams orcolumns supporting construction that is to remain unless expresslyrequired by the Contract Documents.B. Existing Paint: Assume existing painted surfaces to contain lead based paints.Take precautions as required to prevent spread of lead containing particles anddust.PART 2PRODUCTS2.1 MATERIALSA. Match the appearance and performance of existing corresponding materials asclosely as practicable, unless otherwise indicated.PART 3EXECUTION3.1 EXAMINATIONA. Prior to cutting, drilling or removal, investigate both sides of the surface involved.Determine the exact location of structural members.B. If unforeseen obstructions are encountered, take precautions necessary to preventdamage and obtain instructions from the Director’s Representative beforeproceeding with the Work.REMOVALS, CUTTING AND PATCHING 01730 1