835.1Description.
This work consists of constructing cabinet bases.
835.2Materials.
A.Ground Rods and Clamps Section 833 B.Delaware Stone, No. 57 Section 1004
C.PCC, Class B Section 1022
D.Liquid Membrane-Forming Compounds for Curing Section 1045.7
E.Hex Bolts, Stainless Steel Section 1039
F.Drop-in Anchors, Zinc Plated or Stainless-Steel Section 1039
Manufactured by Hilti systems, concrete fastening systems, or approved equal
G.Conduit Sweeps, PVC Schedule 80 Section 1062
835.3Construction.
A.Construct cabinet base in accordance with the contract.
1.When excavating the area for the cabinet base, do not exceed the dimension of the base
foundation by more than 12-inches in any direction.
2.When placing a base in existing concrete pavement or sidewalk, saw cut the concrete in a
square pattern or remove the concrete to the nearest joint.
3.Stockpile excavated material on the site until completion of backfilling.
4.Place the cabinet base stone to a depth of 6-inches or as directed by the engineer.
5.Excavate additional space for the required concrete apron and place stone in the extended area
when placing the base in an unpaved area.
6.Set the ground rod as shown in accordance with the Standard Construction Details and in
accordance with Section 833. Drive the ground rod a minimum of 8 feet into soil through a 2-inch PVC sleeve.
B.Set conduit sweeps as shown in the contract.
1.Drive the PVC sleeve for the ground rod into the ground so that the top of the sleeve is 2-inches
above the base concrete when poured.
2.Place forms to the full depth for the base and install conduit sweeps in accordance with the
Standard Construction Details.
3.Use conduit 90-degree sweeps with elbows having a 24-inch radius.
4.Leave a minimum of 2-inches and a maximum of 4-inches of conduit exposed above finished pad
grade.
5.Connect conduit sweeps to the existing conduit in accordance with the contract. Cap unused
conduit sweeps with tape. Mark the direction of the conduit run the sweep is connected to on the base with arrows drawn in the wet concrete within 6-inches of outer edge of the base.
C.Pour concrete for cabinet base and any required concrete aprons. Set drop-in anchors. Level,
edge, and broom finish. Cure exposed concrete surface with materials in accordance with Section
1022.6Remove forms and conduit plugs after setting for 2 calendar days. Backfill around the
cabinet base and dispose of excess material. Fill and tamp the area between the form and excavated area on all sides.
835.4Method of Measurement.
The Department will measure the quantity of cabinet bases as the number of bases placed and accepted.
835.5Basis of Payment.
A.The Department will pay the accepted quantities of cabinet bases constructed and accepted at the
contract unit price per each. Price and payment constitutes full compensation for:
1.Providing and placing all materials;
2.curing and finishing concrete;
3.conduits extending into the cabinet base; and
4.removing or replacing pavement underneath the cabinet base.
ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT 835001 CABINET BASE TYPE F EA 835002 CABINET BASE TYPE M EA 835003 CABINET BASE TYPE P EA 835004 CABINET BASE TYPE R EA
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Source: Delaware Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, 2026 Edition. Pages 508–0 of 786.
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