Specifications include, but are not limited to: The work shall consist of the removal by mechanical sweeping, or other approved means, of dirt and debrissuch as tire and metal fragments, hub caps, rocks, etc. accumulated on the roadway along curbs, gutters, median barriers, bridge curbs and gore areas and ramps at interchanges. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and supplies required to complete the work in accordance with these specifications and terms of the contract. The Engineer, or his appointed representative, will decide all questions, which may arise as to the quality and acceptability of the work performed and his decision will be binding on the parties. If at any time the required equipment fails to meet acceptable standards, the Engineer shall notify the Contractor and suspend payments immediately. . The Contractor shall furnish all equipment necessary to perform the work within the specified time. The use of mechanized vacuum or broom sweepers is required for this contract. Air flow vacuum sweepers shall have a blower capacity of not less than 17,000 CFM and broom mechanical sweepers shall have a minimum 100 HP @ 2,500 RPM diesel engine. All sweepers shall have a minimum 26,000 GVD and 10 foot sweeper path. All sweeping equipment shall be designed and operated with a water spray system to ensure that dust does not create a traffic hazard. All sweepers shall be equipped with a centrifugal dirt separator at the air return outlet of the hopper. All of the Contractor’s equipment shall clearly display the Contractor’s name and phone number on each side of the vehicle.
