Common use of Stumps Clause in Contracts

Stumps. Stumps and roots whether existing or remaining after tree felling shall where directed by the Engineer be grubbed out and disposed off the Site. The resulting hole shall be filled with approved material deposited in 225 mm layers and compacted to the same dry density as the adjoining soil. The contractor shall arrange to make trial pits at appropriate intervals to ascertain the underground services and to fix up Storm Water Drain alignments. During execution of works if contractor causes damages to the under ground services like Metro Water pipe lines, TNEB, Chennai Telephones, Corporation Street Light Cable, and other OFC cables etc., it should be restored to its original condition by he contractor with at his own cost. Further if any damage charges claimed by the service departments will also be borne by the contractor. Chennai Corporation will be liable for such payments.