BURIED CONDUIT Clause Samples
The Buried Conduit clause defines the requirements and responsibilities related to the installation, protection, and maintenance of conduits that are placed underground. Typically, this clause specifies standards for depth, materials, marking, and the process for locating and repairing conduits if they are damaged during or after installation. For example, it may require that all buried conduits be clearly mapped and that any excavation work in the area follow specific procedures to avoid accidental damage. The core function of this clause is to ensure the safe and reliable placement of underground conduits, minimizing the risk of service interruptions, property damage, or safety hazards.
BURIED CONDUIT. The work in these items shall include but not limited to the followings: Drilling boxes, going through curbs or buried walls Removal of boulders or any obstructions Where conduit is to terminate in a concrete box, Contractor shall use an electric drill and rotary core bit to drill the box as part of the conduit item
BURIED CONDUIT. Item 45(a)1 Replace conduit under paved surfaces including permanent pavement restoration (non-protected roadway). Furnish and install conduit size 1 1/2". Item 45(a)2 Replace conduit under paved surfaces including permanent pavement restoration (non-protected roadway). Furnish and install conduit size 2". Item 45(a)3 Replace conduit under paved surfaces including permanent pavement restoration (non-`protected roadway). Furnish and install conduit size 3".
BURIED CONDUIT. Item 45(a)1 - Replace conduit under paved surfaces including permanent pavement restoration (non- protected roadway). Furnish and install conduit size 1 1/2". Item 45(a)2 - Replace conduit under paved surfaces including permanent pavement restoration (non- protected roadway). Furnish and install conduit size 2". Item 45(a)3 - Replace conduit under paved surfaces including permanent pavement restoration (non-` protected roadway). Furnish and install conduit size 3". Item 45(b)1 - Replace conduit under unpaved surfaces. Furnish and install conduit size 1 1/2". Item 45(b)2 - Replace conduit under unpaved surfaces. Furnish and install conduit size 2". Item 45(b)3 - Replace conduit under unpaved surfaces. Furnish and install conduit size 3". Item 45(c)1 - Furnish all labor, material and equipment necessary to sawcut paved area to a depth of 6" and furnish and install 2" conduit at a depth of 18" or as directed by the EIU, including the permanent pavement restoration per foot on a protected street/guaranteed roadway. Item 45(c)2 - Furnish all labor, material and equipment necessary to sawcut paved area to a depth of 6" and furnish and install 3" conduit at a depth of 18" or as directed by the EIU, including the permanent pavement restoration per foot on a protected street/guaranteed roadway. Item 45(d)1 - Furnish and install 2" conduit. Conduit to be driven under roadway. Item 45(d)2 - Furnish and install 3" conduit. Conduit to be driven under roadway.
4.78.1 The Contractor shall furnish all labor, material, and equipment necessary to replace defective conduit or parkway cables. The new conduit shall be the same size as the conduit being replaced. The Contractor shall do all the necessary excavation, expose and remove the existing conduit and section in the new replacement conduit. The new conduit and its installation shall meet the requirements of Section 4.39. The excavation shall be backfilled and the surface area restored to its original condition as required by the NYCDOT Highway Rules. When the replacement conduit terminates in a pull box or lamppost, it shall be provided with grounding bushing bonded, as directed by the EIU. All pull box covers that are opened for access must be secured with tamper- proof screws as per DWG Nos. J-3179 A and B.
4.78.2 The Contractor shall ensure that:
BURIED CONDUIT. The trench shall not be backfilled until the conduit has been inspected and approved by the Engineer. Clean fill must be used. All conduits which are installed underground shall not be less than eighteen (18") below the final grade unless otherwise directed The conduits shall be laid in a uniform manner, properly spaced and graded without traps, so that all condensation will drain into the nearest box. Where conduit cannot be drained to pull boxes, a drain "T" shall be installed at the low point with a one cubic foot dry well of broken stone.