329223-RIB-Sodding-05-03-2024.pdf
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This document is a technical specification section for sodding (Section 329223) for the Gulf Boulevard Landscape Phase 3 project in Navarre, Florida, prepared by WAS Design, Inc. The specification provides detailed requirements for sod installation, including preparation of subsoil, topsoil placement, fertilizing, and sod laying procedures. The document outlines specific quality standards for sod, requiring certified turfgrass sod with a strong fibrous root system, at least 18 months old, and free of stones and weeds.
The specification mandates precise installation techniques, including moistening the prepared surface, laying sod immediately after delivery, ensuring tight placement with staggered 12-inch end joints, and maintaining a 1/2 inch lower elevation when adjacent to hard surfaces. Quality assurance requirements include using a sod producer certified by the State of Florida, and an installer with at least five years of experience and specific landscape professional certifications. The document specifies that the final turf must be healthy, well-rooted, even-colored, and free of weeds, open joints, bare areas, and surface irregularities, with provisions for reestablishing turf that does not meet these criteria.
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Gulf Boulevard Landscape Phase 3 Navarre, Florida
246024-001
Sodding WAS Design, Inc.
329223 - 1
SECTION 329223
SODDING
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 SECTION INCLUDES
A. Preparation of subsoil.
B. Placing topsoil.
C. Fertilizing.
D. Sod installation.
1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS
A. Section 312200 - Grading: Topsoil material.
B. Section 312200 - Grading: Preparation of subsoil and placement of topsoil in preparation for the work of this section.
C. Section 312323 - Fill: Topsoil material.
D. Section 320190 - Operation and Maintenance of Planting: Post-occupancy maintenance.
1.03 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES
A. See Section 012200 - Unit Prices, for additional unit price requirements.
B. Sodded Areas:
1. Basis of Measurement: By the square foot .
1.04 DEFINITIONS
A. Weeds: Includes Dandelion, Jimsonweed, Quackgrass, Horsetail, Morning Glory, Rush Grass, Mustard, Lambsquarter, Chickweed, Cress, Crabgrass, Canadian Thistle, Nutgrass, Poison Oak, Blackberry, Tansy Ragwort, Bermuda Grass, Johnson Grass, Poison Ivy, Nut Sedge, Nimble Will, Bindweed, Bent Grass, Wild Garlic, Perennial Sorrel, and Brome Grass.
1.05 REFERENCE STANDARDS
A. TPI (SPEC) - Guideline Specifications to Turfgrass Sodding; 2006.
1.06 SUBMITTALS
A. See Section 013000 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.
B. Certificate: Certify grass species and location of sod source.
1.07 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Sod Producer: Company specializing in sod production and harvesting with minimum five years experience, and certified by the State of Florida .
B. Installer Qualifications: A qualified landscape installer whose work has resulted in successful turf establishment.
1. Installer's Field Supervision: Require Installer to maintain an experienced full-time supervisor on Project site when work is in progress.
2. Personnel Certifications: Installer's field supervisor shall have certification in one of the following categories from the National Association of Landscape Professionals:
a. Landscape Industry Certified Technician - Exterior.
b. Landscape Industry Certified Lawn Care Manager.
c. Landscape Industry Certified Lawn Care Technician.
3. Pesticide Applicator: State licensed, commercial.
1.08 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Deliver sod on pallets. Protect exposed roots from dehydration.
B. Do not deliver more sod than can be laid within 24 hours. Protect from breakage.
Gulf Boulevard Landscape Phase 3 Navarre, Florida
246024-001
Sodding WAS Design, Inc.
329223 - 2
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
A. Sod: TPI (SPEC), Certified Turfgrass Sod quality; cultivated grass sod; type indicated in plant schedule on Drawings; with strong fibrous root system, free of stones, burned or bare spots;
containing no more than 5 weeds per 1000 sq ft. Minimum age of 18 months, with root development that will support its own weight without tearing, when suspended vertically by holding the upper two corners.
B. Fertilizer: Slow-Release Fertilizer ; recommended for grass, with fifty percent of the elements derived from organic sources; of proportion necessary to eliminate any deficiencies of topsoil, to the following proportions:
C. Water: Clean, fresh and free of substances or matter that could inhibit vigorous growth of grass.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 PREPARATION
A. Prepare subgrade in accordance with Section 312200.
B. Place topsoil in accordance with Section 312200.
3.02 FERTILIZING
A. Apply fertilizer in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Apply after smooth raking of topsoil and prior to installation of sod.
C. Apply fertilizer no more than 48 hours before laying sod.
D. Mix thoroughly into upper 2 inches of topsoil.
E. Lightly water to aid the dissipation of fertilizer.
3.03 LAYING SOD
A. Moisten prepared surface immediately prior to laying sod.
B. Lay sod immediately after delivery to site to prevent deterioration.
C. Lay sod smooth and tight with no open joints visible, and no overlapping; stagger end joints 12 inches minimum. Do not stretch or overlap sod pieces.
D. Where new sod adjoins existing grass areas, align top surfaces.
E. Where sod is placed adjacent to hard surfaces, such as curbs, pavements, etc., place top elevation of sod 1/2 inch below top of hard surface.
F. Water sodded areas immediately after installation. Saturate sod to 4 inches of soil.
G. After sod and soil have dried, roll sodded areas to ensure good bond between sod and soil and to remove minor depressions and irregularities.
3.04 SATISFACTORY TURF
A. Turf installations shall meet the following criteria as determined by Landscape Architect:
B. Satisfactory Sodded Turf: At end of maintenance period, a healthy, well-rooted, even-colored, viable turf has been established, free of weeds, open joints, bare areas, and surface irregularities.
C. Use specified materials to reestablish turf that does not comply with requirements, and continue maintenance until turf is satisfactory.
END OF SECTION
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