WICR Demolition and Removal of Excess Building, Etc.

This project shall include removal of house, 2 utility poles, permanent well abandoning / capping, removal of associated septic tank, concrete pad, and rail fence. Following removal of structures, any remaining fill-gravel, concrete, and brick shall be removed. Any exposed Utilities shall be capped and buried at a minimum of 18 in below ground level. Remaining holes shall be filled, leveled, and graded using clean soil with at least a 4-inch top layer of clean topsoil. All fill soil shall be provided by the contractor and inspected by Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The septic tank shall be uncovered, pumped out by contractor, and be disinfected with lime prior to removal. Soil shall be free of any contaminants, construction debris, and have no rocks over 4 inches in diameter. New soil shall be compacted to ensure there is no settling or ground erosion. If there is any noticeable settling after one year the contractor shall refill, compact, and reseed in those areas. All groundwork shall present a natural appearance and blend in with existing contour of the ground. Finally, the entire work area shall be reseeded using a seed similar or equal to the current lawn, (and covered in good clean straw.