26-REVISED - Attachment E - Nutrient Management Plan PW SciTech 2024.pdf

This is a Nutrient Management Plan attachment related to a landscape maintenance services request for proposal issued by George Mason University, a public institution of higher education and agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The document serves as Attachment E to the RFP and outlines the nutrient management requirements for landscape maintenance operations across multiple GMU campuses, including Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William (SciTech), Front Royal (SMSC), Potomac Science Center, and Point of View facilities. The University intends to award one contract for all sites, though proposers may offer on one, some, or all campuses and will be evaluated using the same criteria regardless of scope. Proposers must offer on the entirety of any campus selected, with no partial submissions permitted for individual campus areas. The University reserves absolute discretion in determining the number of contracts and firms awarded.

The Nutrient Management Plan specifies technical and operational requirements for fertilization, soil testing, and nutrient application protocols across the University's landscape maintenance operations. This attachment establishes standards for sustainable nutrient management practices, including application rates, timing, documentation, and environmental compliance measures. The plan ensures that all landscape maintenance contractors adhere to state and federal environmental regulations while maintaining the aesthetic and functional quality of University grounds. Contractors must demonstrate expertise in nutrient management, soil science, and compliance with Virginia's nutrient management regulations to qualify for award consideration under this landscape maintenance services contract.