General: a. The Contractor shall coordinate all work with various trades and material suppliers in order to complete the project expeditiously within the time limits of the contract. b. All work shall be performed in the best and most professional manner possible by mechanics skilled in their respective trades. c. All work shall be performed to minimize disruption to facility operations. Access over the road surface shall be open to traffic at all times during the project. d. Prior to starting work, the Contractor shall submit a work schedule for the entire project. e. Upon completion of the project the Contractor shall legally dispose of all excess materials, debris, etc., off state property. f. Throughout the duration of the project the Contractor shall take steps to insure adequate protection for State property. Any damage will be repaired and/or replaced by the contractor at no additional cost to the State. g. Prior to performing any excavation work, the Contractor shall have the work site checked and marked for existing underground utilities by Miss Utility. Meet with an Independent Marking Service to locate the underground electrical system. h. The Contractor shall supervise and direct the work, using his/her best skills and attention; and shall be responsible to the State for the acts and omissions of his employees, SubContractors and Suppliers or others that may be performing any of the work to or for the project. i. The Contractor shall adhere to Maryland Department of the Environment and Wicomico County’s regulations throughout the project. j. The Contractor shall maintain the job site in a safe, neat, and orderly manner throughout the project and shall be responsible for removal and proper disposal of project debris. k. Prior to moving any equipment into the work area, the Contractor shall evaluate all locations where building projections or overhead utilities, etc., that may be present and where they may interfere with the proper use of or movement of onsite equipment or trucks, deliveries, or debris removal etc.