Existing pipes, electrical work, and all other utilities encountered, which may interfere with new work, shall be re-routed, capped, cut off, or replaced by the Trades having jurisdiction, in accordance with the Contract Documents. Foundations are designed for soil pressure indicated. Because of variation in bearing capacity of the ground, some foundations may have to be revised after excavation has been completed. Project Representative's approval to proceed with foundation work must be obtained before concrete is poured. Changes in the work due to revisions of foundations because of unsatisfactory soil conditions will be classed as additional work. Contractor shall obtain complete data at the site and inspect surfaces that are to receive the Work before proceeding with fabricating, assembling, fitting or erecting any work under this contract. Contractor shall notify Project Representative in writing in case of discrepancies between existing work and drawings, and of any defects in such surfaces that are to receive the Contractor's work. the University's Project Representative will evaluate the notice and direct what remedial action will be taken.
