Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1) Include selective or entire demolition of the existing buildings and structures, inclusive of all contents shown to be demolished, including but not limited to; the structure as noted, foundations, masonry, all interior framing, sheetrock, ceilings, fire sprinklers and pipe, ductwork and HVAC devices, electrical, fixtures, conduit, glazing and storefront, doors, frames and hardware, toilet partitions, accessories, flooring, millwork and casework, kitchen equipment in accordance with the contract documents. 2) Trade Contractor is responsible for the disconnection of all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing included within the demolition scope as a requirement to proceed with demolition. The contractor is to take care in avoiding disruption of service to existing facilities during normal business hours. Trade Contractor to coordinate with CM to avoid disruption of respective systems. 3) Include demolition of existing structural steel and concrete slabs if shown on the contract document. Include steel joists, girts, beams, columns, decking, bracing, etc. as indicated. Structural members shown to remain in place shall be shored and supported as needed. 4) Remove any existing slabs including sawcut, paving (asphalt or concrete), and foundations. Infill existing foundation voids with dirt from the site to leave the areas smooth and free of debris. Trade contractor to provide a clean, straight line for all saw cutting. 5) Asbestos abatement, if necessary and, if an asbestos survey is available, will be the responsibility of this Trade Contract. 6) Trade Contractor is to properly dispose of demolished items per contract documents and local municipality requirements. Include all fees and/or permits required for proper waste removal. Provide plan of disposal, including dump locations. 7) Include door openings required to be cut into existing walls. Doors and frames by others. Support openings, as necessary. Trade contractor to provide clean, straight lines for all wall demolition. 8) Trade Contractor shall provide, install, and remove all shoring and temporary supports if required for demolition. Include all associated with the delegated engineered design for the shoring and signed and sealed shop drawings. 9) This Trade Contract will be responsible for maintaining a weather-proof exterior for openings created by the demolition of this contract. Care is to be taken to prevent water and humidity damage to materials that are to remain. 10) Trade Contractor shall coordinate with Construction Manager and, other trades on all items to remain, are properly protected, capped, temporarily supported, and/or removed prior to demolition. 11) All demolition and construction activities shall be coordinated with the Construction Manager and Owner. Contractor shall take necessary precautions to prevent damage to Owner’s occupied areas adjacent to areas of construction or occupied areas where various system connections or extensions are required. 12) Provide protection for all existing materials or items shown to remain, to salvage, to be re-used, or relocated during demolition. Disconnect or remove all items, load, and relocate to a location on site as provided by the Construction Manager. Repair of damaged items to remain will be the responsibility of this Trade Contract. 13) It is the responsibility of this Trade Contractor to maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with applicable codes. 14) This Trade Contract is intended to be all inclusive of labor and equipment required for the scope of work. 15) This Trade Contract includes all items of work covered by the specifications be they named, inferred, or normally performed by members of the Trade Contractor's industry. For purposes of clarification, we may list items to be included in addition to those which are covered in the plans and specifications.
