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USDA ARS (;otton Genetics and Poultry Research Properties 2020 Landscape Maintenance Specifications

Exhibit "A"

REFER TO EXHIBIT C FOR SERVICE SCHEDULE

I.Turf Management Lawn Areas ("D"):

• Clear lawn areas of all litter prior to each mowing/trimming - dispose of off site

• Mow lawn weekly during the growing season, bi-weekly during 'off-peak' months as indicated on Exhibit C.

• Sweep / blow clippings from walkways and paved areas at the completion of each mowing service

• Maintain all lawn areas inaccessible to mowing equipment by string trimmer to maintain proper turf height

• Trim around all trees, fences, fire hydrants, buildings, signs, etc. with a string trimmer at each mowing service

• Mechanically edge walkways and curb lines once monthly, blow/sweep clippings

• Overgrowth from natural areas must be maintained as needed by brush hogging, pruning, string trimming, or other appropriate means to ensure the vegetation does not encroach over curb lines, drive lanes or other currently maintained areas.

Notes: With each mowing, the direction of cut is to be changed to prevent mower rutting and present a neat appearance. All mowing equipment will be maintained in sharp, well balanced condition so as to prevent turf damage and allow for a uniform cut. If weather conditions warrant a deviation from mowing schedule, every effort will be made to retain mowing service lengths. Mulching blades are to be used on all mowing equipment or clippings are to be collected and removed from site after each mowing. Every effort must be made to keep grass clippings from being blown into planting beds and tree mulch rings by mowing equipment or hand blowers. Every effort will be made to keep string trimmers and mowers from girdling bark on trees and shrubs.

2. Litter and Weed Control

• Maintain planting beds and all hard surfaces including but not limited to:

sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, curb lines, loading docks and bare ground areas in a weed-free condition throughout the growing season.

• Collect and remove litter and organic materials from the planting bed and bare ground areas at every visit - dispose of off site

Notes: Hand weeding and/or chemical weed control shall be performed at every visit to achieve a weed-free condition. Herbicide/fertilization applications will be made by an applicator that is licensed in the state where the application will be performed. All chemicals shall be used in accordance with label directions and the manufacturers' recommended handling methods. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) will be carried and provided by the applicator as required by the USDA contracting Authority.

December 2019 USDA Cotton Genetics/Poultry Research Grounds Maintenance Guidelines

USDA ARS (.;otton Genetics and Poultry Research Properties 2020 Landscape Maintenance Specifications

Exhibit "A"

• The Supplier shall carefully observe seasonal materials for signs of wilting, indicating a lack of water.

Notes: Any work beyond this scope mentioned within this specification will require a work order and prior approval.

6. Spring Clean up

• Fallen branches and sticks will be collected and removed

• Collect any litter - dispose of off site

• Turn / cultivate all existing mulch, or add such that there is at least a 1" mulch depth, to ensure a neatly maintained appearance.

• Provide a general leaf clean up of the entire location

• Ornamental grasses/perennials will be cut back to allow for new growth

Notes: Spring Clean-up will be performed once in the spring after the last frost. The purpose of this clean up is to bring landscaped areas to a manageable condition for the season.

7. Fall Clean up

• Clean out any litter or broken branches/sticks from any landscaped areas, along with all dropped leaves - dispose of off site

• Service visits will include a thorough litter and leaf pick up of the entire site, including curb lines, fence lines and parking lots.

• Ornamental grasses/perennials will be cut back

Notes: Fall Clean-up will be performed on an ongoing basis during the fall defoliation process.

8. Natural Areas (AREA "D")

• Natural areas within the site boundaries that are currently being maintained will be serviced at the frequency indicated in the Service schedule on Exhibit B.

• In areas that cannot be maintained with a mower, other conventional means such as brush hogging or string trimming will be used to ensure the vegetation is controlled and maintained to prevent city code violations or other local government agency violations.

Notes: Only approved herbicides may be used in proximity to drainage ways in natural areas to assist in preventing the risk of downstream contamination.

10. General Information

• All debris and refuse shall be disposed of ( off site) by the maintenance contractor in accordance with local statutes and at contractor's sole cost and expense. No debris shall be disposed of in on-site dumpsters.

December 2019 3 USDA Cotton Genetics/Poultry Research Grounds Maintenance Guidelines

9. PURCHASE OF FLOWERS:

• All flowers will be purchased by the selected maintenance contractor, twice a year.

Landscape Maintenance Service QUOTE Form

USDA ARS Cotton Genetics/Poultry Research

2020 Base QUOTE

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