Description
The contract is for the repair of the Androscoggin River Bridges' substructure and superstructure in the town of Auburn/Lewiston, Maine. The work includes abutment concrete repairs, pier concrete repairs, bearing repairs, joint repairs, post-tensioning sleeve repairs, maintenance of traffic, and all other work incidental thereto. The contract is governed by the Maine Department of Transportation Standard Specifications and the Maine Turnpike Authority's Supplemental Specifications. The contractor is required to follow all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to lead-based paint and stormwater management. The contract also includes provisions for utility coordination, cooperation with other contractors, and the use of best management practices to minimize stormwater pollution.
Some key points of the contract include:
• The contractor is required to remove and dispose of lead-based paint and paint residue before cutting, grinding, drilling, and sandblasting existing materials.
• The contractor must submit a Project-specific Health and Safety Plan and a Hazardous Waste Management Plan before undertaking the removal of lead-based paint.
• The contractor is required to use best management practices to minimize stormwater pollution, including the installation of silt fences and the application of hay mulch to soil at the end of each workday.
• The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to stormwater management and lead-based paint.
• The contract includes provisions for utility coordination and cooperation with other contractors.
The contract is an important investment in the maintenance and repair of the Androscoggin River Bridges, and it is essential that the contractor follows all applicable laws and regulations to ensure the safety of the public and the environment.