8−196 6. Condition and grading of the ground surface around the exterior of the structure including evidence of drainage toward s walls, low spots that pond water, cracks and irregularities in asphalt, concrete, brick or stone pavements, sidewalks, and steps and;
7.Evidence of previous repairs to the structures. 8. In the case of post-construction surveys, note all changes from the pre-construction survey. A post-construction survey shall be performed upon substantial completion of the contract. In the event the Contractor and/or survey engineer are unable to gain access, encounter difficulty or be refused entry to a property, they shall document the said refusal in the report and inform the Contractor and Engineer of the incident in writing. Absent a resolution, the survey engineer shall limit the structural condition survey to information that may be gained from observations outside the structure or property boundary, and document the situation in the final report.
841.04 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. “Pre- and Post-Construction Condition Surveys" will not be
measured for payment.
841.05 BASIS OF PAYMENT. “Pre- and Post-Construction Condition Surveys" will be paid for
at its respective "Lump Sum" contract price as listed in the Proposal. The price so stated shall constitute full and complete compensation for all labor, materials, tools and equipment, and all incidentals required to complete the work as described in this Specification and elsewhere in the Contract Documents, complete in place and accepted by the Engineer.
842.01 DESCRIPTION . This item of work consists of furnishing and installing an anti-graffiti coating
system on exterior exposed surfaces of all materi al types as designated on the Contract Drawings, elsewhere in the Contract Documents and/or as directed by the Engineer, all in accordance with these Specifications.
842.02 Materials.
Anti-Graffiti System. The system shall be as specified in Section M.19 .
842.03 Construction Methods.
842.03.1 Submittals. The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer for approval, the manufacturer’s
8−197specifications, which shall include product data sheets for installation requirements, application procedures and coverage rates, and the applicator’s qualifications. Upon approval of the Engineer, manufacturer’s specifications do thereby become a part of this Specification and shall be used as the basis for approval or rejection of the work carried out in this Section. The Contractor shall provide documentation of quantities of each product used in the work. This information is required as a pre-requisite to job acceptance and final payment.
842.03.2 Quality/Process Control. The application shall be performed in strict conformance with
the manufacturer’s specifications. At no time shall the number of coats and coverage rates be less than those recommended in the manufacturer’s technical data sheets. The Contractor shall submit evidence of the applicator’s qualifications and experience for the Engineer’s review and approval prior to commencing work. The manufacturer shall be available to make recommendations specific to the project, substrate, coating appearance and cleaning options.
842.03.3 Anti-Graffiti Coating.
a.Surface Preparation. All substrates to receive the coating shall be structurally sound, dry, clean and free of paint not specified to remain, dust, dirt, grime, oils, scale, rust, silicones, curing compounds, alkali, acid residues or any other material that may act to inhibit bond. Surface preparation and application of subsequent coats for all substrates shall be in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. In addition, the product shall not be applied to surfaces below 45 degrees F or above 90 degrees F. In addition, the following shall apply:
1.New concrete masonry and cement plaster to receive the system shall be cured as per the manufacturer’s specifications, but no less than a minimum of thirty (30) days.
2.The moisture content of all bare masonry surfaces to receive the system, as indicated on a calibrated moisture meter, shall not exceed the manufacturer’s maximum allowable percentage or shall be no higher than 15% if no manufacturer guidance is given.
b.Application. The Contractor shall follow the manufacturer’s current instructions for application at all times and allow the coating to cure before applying subsequent coats so as to achieve a uniform and continuous coating free of pinholes and holidays.
c.Cleanup and Protection. The Contractor shall remove discarded coating materials, rubbish, cans, and rags at end of each workday. All such materials shall be disposed of properly, in accordance with all local, state and federal laws. The Contractor shall protect all adjacent areas not to be coated, against damage by the coating and finish work. The Contractor shall correct all damage it causes by cleaning, repairing or replacing, and recoating, as is acceptable to the Engineer, at no additional cost to the State.
Source: Rhode Island Standard Specifications (Bluebook), 2024 Edition. Pages 530–531 of 826.