Foundation for structures Sample Clauses

Foundation for structures. The contractor shall prepare the foundations at structure/sites by methods which will provide firm foundation for the structures. The bottom and side slopes of common excavation upon or against which the structure is to be placed shall be finished to the prescribed dimensions and the surfaces so prepared shall be moistened and tamped with suitable tools to form firm foundation upon or against which to place the structure. The contractor shall prepare the foundation for the structures as shown in respective drawings. The natural foundation material beneath, the required excavation shall be moistened if required and compacted in place. Separate payment will not be made to the contractor for moistening and compacting the foundation of structures. The contractor shall include the cost thereof in the price bid per cubic meter of the item of the Bill of Quantities for preparation of foundations. Whenever unsuitable material is encountered in the foundation for a structure the Engineer-in-Charge will direct additional excavation to remove the unsuitable material. The cost of such additional excavation shall be paid at the unit price bid in the Bill of Quantities for earth. The additional excavation shall be refilled by selected bedding material and compacted.