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<br /> Disaster Debris Clearance and Removal Services <br />Bid: 5266, Orange County, North Carolina <br />July 29, 2019 Page 26 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />G. Hazardous Stump Extraction and Removal <br /> <br />The Contractor shall extract and remove all stumps that have 50% or more of the root-ball exposed if the <br />stumps are 2 feet (24”) or larger in diameter and measure 2 feet above the ground and are determined to <br />be hazardous to public access as directed by Local Government Debris Manager. Stumps will be hauled to <br />DMS where they shall be inspected and categorized by size. Hazardous stumps less than twenty-four <br />inches (24”) in diameter will not be paid on a per unit extraction rate. <br /> <br />Backfilling of stump root-ball holes where 50% or more of the root-ball was exposed is required; Clean fill <br />dirt shall be compacted as directed by Local Government Debris Manager. <br />If grinding a stump in-place is less costly than extraction, grinding the stump in-place may be an <br />alternative and directed by the Local Government Debris Manager. <br /> <br />Areas with known or high potential for archaeological resources usually requires that FEMA further <br />evaluate and consult with the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) or Tribal Historic Preservation <br />Officer (THPO). If the Contractor discovers any potential archeological resources during stump removal, <br />the Contractor must immediately cease work and notify the Local Government Debris Manager. <br /> <br />For stumps that have less than 50% of the root-ball exposed, flush cut the item at ground level and <br />dispose of the cut portion based on volume or weight. Grinding any residual stump is not eligible. <br />Removal of stumps smaller than 2 feet (24”) in diameter will be directed by the Local Government Debris <br />Manager. <br /> <br />H. Canal/Waterway Debris Removal <br /> <br />Contractor shall remove storm debris from drainage canals and ditches at direction of the Local <br />Government. This work could include removal of marine vessels and other vehicles. The Local <br />Government will seek approval by FEMA to use Public Assistance funding. If approved, efforts will be <br />monitored for strict compliance with federal regulations regarding eligibility for reimbursement costs. The <br />Local Government may direct and fund this effort independently if FEMA approval is not obtained. <br /> <br />Debris removal work may be done from land or the waterway based on the specific situation and in <br />consultation with State and Federal Officials. Typically, work will be done in the most cost effective and <br />logistically feasible method. <br /> <br />I. Demolition, Removal, & Transport of Non-Regulated Asbestos Containing Material (RACM) <br />(C&D) Structures <br />Work shall consist of all labor, equipment, fuel, and miscellaneous costs necessary to demolish eligible <br />structures on private property within the jurisdictional limits of the Local Government. Work may include <br />decommissioning, utility disconnects, and permit costs necessary to demolish a structure. <br />Entry onto private property for the removal of eligible Non-RACM (C&D) debris will only be permitted <br />DocuSign Envelope ID: 5FA4B1AC-B897-4C32-A1E4-4B4A8885A341