Specifications include, but are not limited to: a. The work to be done under this Section includes furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, superintendence, transportation, and performing all work in strict accordance with these Specifications and Drawings for mechanically dredging the designated area. b. The Contractor shall adhere to the terms of the various permits and approvals issued to this project. This shall include permits and approvals from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), Worcester County (Owner), and any other applicable permits. c. The Contractor shall give all notices and comply with all laws, ordinances, rules and regulations applicable to work. If the Contractor observes that the Specifications and/or Drawings are at variance therewith, he will give the Owner prompt written notice thereof. If the Contractor performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, ordinances, rules and regulations, and without such notice to the Owner, he will bear all costs arising therefrom. d. Definitions: “Dredging” consists of removal of material riverward of the high tide line and subsequent disposal of materials removed. “Excavation” consists of removal of material landward of the high tide line encountered to elevations specified and subsequent disposal of materials removed.