REHABILITATION OF SHARSON PARK BRIDGE & RIVER TRAIL BRIDGE

2026-11-03

Work under this item shall consist of the partial or complete removal and off - site disposal of existing structural steel members , including but not limited to girders ( or portions of girders ), diaphragms , stiffeners , connection plates , and miscellaneous steel , at the locations shown on the Plans or as directed by the Engineer . This work shall also include the design , furnishing , installation , maintenance , and removal of all temporary shoring , bracing , supports , and other temporary works required to safely perform the steel removal operations and to maintain structural stability . Temporary works shall be provided as required by the Contract Documents , including but not limited to the requirements of the “ Jacking for Bearing Pedestal Repairs ” 2 . 0 Materials : All structural steel , timber , and miscellaneous materials removed under this item shall be disposed of off - site by the Contractor in accordance with applicable regulations , unless otherwise noted on the Plans or directed by the Engineer . Limits of removal shall be as shown on the Plans or as approved by the Engineer . 3 . 0 Construction Methods : The Contractor shall prepare and submit written procedures , working drawings , and design calculations for the proposed removal operations and all temporary shoring / bracing in accordance with Article 1 . 05 . 02 of the CT Standard Specifications ( Form 819 ). Working drawings and calculations shall be prepared and sealed by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Connecticut . No removal work shall begin until the Engineer has reviewed and accepted the Contractor ’ s submittals . All work shall be performed in accordance with the Plans , these specifications , and as directed by the Engineer . The Contractor shall perform steel removal in a controlled manner to prevent damage to any permanent construction ( new or existing ), remaining structural elements , utilities , adjacent property , and areas below the structure . The Contractor shall provide shielding , containment , and protection measures as necessary to prevent debris , tools , or materials from falling into areas below the bridge . Any damage resulting from the Contractor ’ s operations shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Engineer at no additional cost to the State or Town .

Connecticut

2026-03-27