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SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES / COSTS

PRICE SCHEDULE: The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, labor, equipment, materials and supplies necessary to provide Turf Fertilization and Pre / Post-Emergent Crabgrass / Broadleaf Weed Control Services at the Long Island National Cemetery, the Cypress Hills National Cemetery and the Union & Mt. of Victory plot within the private Cypress Hills Cemetery. Performance includes four (4) scheduled applications of fertilizer and herbicides.

POST AWARD CONFERENCE: Prior to commencement of work, contract awardee is required to make an appointment for a conference with the COR and/or Contracting Officer to assure that all parties understand all contractual obligations and the role that each party serves.

SITE VISIT: Offerors or quoters are urged and expected to inspect all sites where services are to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance. In no event shall failure to inspect a one or all sites constitute grounds for a claim after contract award. If you plan to conduct a site visit / inspection at Long Island / Cypress Hills National Cemetery, YOU MUST CONTACT one of the following cemetery personnel to make arrangements:

Srey Austin, Cemetery Director ................................................................................. (631) 454-4952 Paul White, Assistant Director ................................................................................... (631) 454-4952 Robert Donnelly, Foreman… .................................................................................. (631) 454-4952 Facsimile # .............................................................................................................. (631) 694-5422

The period of performance is from date of award through September 30, 2020, with four (4) one (1) year renewal options. All services shall be provided in accordance with Section - A, including all specifications, schedules, terms and conditions of the contract.

LONG ISLAND NATIONAL CEMETERY

BASE YEAR: FROM October 1, 2019 or FROM DATE OF AWARD through SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

CLIN

DESCRIPTION

QTY

UNIT

UNIT COST

TOTAL COST

Turf Application #1 (October 10th – 15th) -- Post emergent broad leaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide.

Job

Turf Application #2 (October 20th-25th) Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 5 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft.

Turf Application #3 Applied in spring 1 to 2 weeks prior to the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf grass acreage including between headstones for control of crabgrass

Turf Application #4 (Applied in spring when broadleaf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a second liquid preemergent application for the control of crabgrass.

Turf Application #5 (June 1st - 5th) Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft.

Turf Application #6 (August 5th – 10th) Post emergent broad leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the turf in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. The recommended product for use will be Merit (Imidacloprid) applied at manufacturers label rate for cool season turf.

Turf Application #7 (September 1st - 5th) Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft. This application will also include core aeration and over seeding in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. Seeding will consist of a mixture of 60% Kentucky Bluegrass & 40% Perennial Rye Grass applied at a rate of 6-8 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. with a broadcast spreader

Sod Installation on Individual Gravesites: Furnish, deliver, and install Kentucky Bluegrass sod for individual gravesites located in various cemetery sections. Individual gravesites will be squared, raked and graded before installation of sod. All sod shall be furnished on an “as-needed / “as–requested’ basis.

60,000

Sq.

Ft

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST (Long Island National Cemetery):

CYPRESS NATIONAL CEMETERY

BASE YEAR: FROM October 1, 2019 or DATE OF AWARD through September 30, 2020

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Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the entire turf acreage. The recommended product for use will be Merit (Imidacloprid) applied at manufacturers label rate for cool season turf.

fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft.

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST (Cypress Hills National Cemetery):

OPTION YEAR I: OCTOBER 1, 2020 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 broad leaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover &

Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goose grass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the turf in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. The recommended fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft. This application will also include core aeration and over seeding in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. Seeding will consist of a mixture of 60% Kentucky Bluegrass & 40% Perennial Rye Grass applied and install Kentucky Bluegrass sod for individual gravesites located in various cemetery sections. Individual gravesites will be squared, raked and graded before installation of sod. All

CYPRESS HILLS NATIONAL CEMETERY

OPTION YEAR I: OCTOBER 1, 2020 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goose grass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the entire turf acreage. The recommended product for use fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

OPTION YEAR II: OCTOBER 1, 2021 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goose grass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the turf in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. The recommended fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft. This application will also include core aeration and over seeding in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. Seeding will consist of a mixture of 60% Kentucky Bluegrass & 40% Perennial Rye Grass applied and install Kentucky Bluegrass sod for individual gravesites located in various cemetery sections. Individual gravesites will be squared, raked and graded before installation of sod. All

OPTION YEAR II: OCTOBER 1, 2021 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Turf Application #2 (October 20th - 25th) Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the entire turf acreage. The recommended product for use fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

OPTION YEAR III: OCTOBER 1, 2022 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the turf in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. The recommended fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft. This application will also include core aeration and over seeding in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. Seeding will consist of a mixture of 60% Kentucky Bluegrass & 40% Perennial Rye Grass applied and install Kentucky Bluegrass sod for individual gravesites located in various cemetery sections. Individual gravesites will be squared, raked and graded before installation of sod. All

OPTION YEAR III: OCTOBER 1, 2022 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goose grass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the entire turf acreage. The recommended product for use fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

OPTION YEAR IV: OCTOBER 1, 2023 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 broad leaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover &

Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the turf in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. The recommended fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft. This application will also include core aeration and over seeding in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. Seeding will consist of a mixture of 60% Kentucky Bluegrass & 40% Perennial Rye Grass applied and install Kentucky Bluegrass sod for individual gravesites located in various cemetery sections. Individual gravesites will be squared, raked and graded before installation of sod. All

OPTION YEAR IV: OCTOBER 1, 2023 through SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at 2-inch depth reach 55 degrees). Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass. Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf weeds begin actively growing) Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses.

Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the entire turf acreage. The recommended product for use fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea).

(END OF PRICE SCHEDULE)

SUMMARY GRAND TOTAL COST (BASE + ALL OPTION YEARS): $

DESCRIPTION / SPECIFICATIONS / WORK STATEMENT

A.1 BACKGROUND

The Long Island National Cemetery is located in Farmingdale, N.Y. Cemetery grounds encompass approximately 364 developed acres of land with 310 acres of turf to be treated

The Cypress Hills National Cemetery is located at 625 Jamaica Ave, Brooklyn, NY. Cemetery grounds encompass approximately 18.2 developed acres of land. This includes the Union Plot & Mount of Victory Plot located within the Cypress Hills Private Cemetery next to Cypress Hills National Cemetery.

These cemeteries are National Shrine that honors veterans with a final resting place and lasting memorials that commemorate their service to our Nation. The cemeteries receive visitors; hold ceremonies and conduct committal services. Because of their special significance and attention, they receive from the public, strict adherence to contract specifications is essential.

National Cemeteries are national shrines and therefore must be maintained at national shrine standards. Regarding the cemetery turf, the Contractor is responsible for maintaining the turf according to the following NCA Operational Standards & Measures:

Standard 2.1 – All visually prominent areas have a healthy, well established stand of turf.

Requirement 2.1a – All visually prominent areas are generally weed free.

Requirement 2.1b – All visually prominent areas with established turf are generally free of bare areas.

A.2 TYPE & TERM OF CONTRACT

The VA shall award a single “firm-fixed price / requirements service contract” pursuant to this solicitation for commercial items. The contract shall contain one (1) base year and four (4) renewable option years. This contract is SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF VA FUNDS. No services shall be performed by the Contractor after September 30 of each year, until the Contracting Officer authorizes such services in writing.

A.3 PLACE(S) OF PERFORMANCE

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, equipment, materials and supplies necessary to provide turf fertilization and broadleaf / crabgrass weed control services to the following VA National Cemetery:

CEMETERY

ADDRESS

ACREAGE

REQUIRED

SERVICES

2040 Wellwood Avenue Farmingdale, NY.

11735

310 acres to be treated

Turf Fertilization & Broadleaf Weed / Perennial Weed Grass Control / Installation of Sod on Gravesites / Aeration & Over Seeding in Specific Sections, Grub Control in Specific Sections

CYPRESS HILLS NATIONAL

CEMETERY & UNION / MT. OF

VICTORY PLOT

625 Jamaica Ave.

Brooklyn, NY.11208

18 acres to be treated

Turf Fertilization & Broadleaf Weed / Perennial Weed Grass Control / Grub Control

A.4 TURF APPLICATION SCHEDULE / LINC

Contractor shall provide turf fertilization, pre-emergent crabgrass & post emergent broadleaf weed control services at the Long Island National Cemetery in accordance with the following Application Schedule:

TURF

APPLICATION

ANNUAL

APPLICATION DATE

#1

October 10th – 15th Post emergent broad leaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide.

#2

October 20th - 25th Granular turf fertilization using a fertilizer with a 25-0-10 NPK ratio with a minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 5 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft.

#3

Applied in spring 1 to 2 weeks prior to the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at

2-inch depth reach 55 degrees)

Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass.

Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf grass acreage including between headstones for control of crabgrass

#4

(Applied in spring when broadleaf weeds begin actively growing)

Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a second liquid preemergent application for the control of crabgrass.

#5

June 1st – 5th to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft.

#6

August 5th – 10th

Post emergent broad leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the turf in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. The recommended product for use will be Merit (Imidacloprid) applied at manufacturers label rate for cool season turf.

#7

September 1st – 5th minimum 50% slow release SCU (sulfur coated urea). Fertilizer will be applied to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 4 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft. This application will also include core aeration and over seeding in the following sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. Seeding will consist of a mixture of 60% Kentucky Bluegrass & 40% Perennial Rye Grass applied at a rate of 6-8 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. with a broadcast spreader

#8

As Needed / Requested

Sod Installation on Individual Gravesites (Long Island National Cemetery Only): Furnish, deliver, and install Kentucky Bluegrass sod for individual gravesites located in various cemetery sections. Individual gravesites will be squared, raked and graded before installation of sod. All sod shall be furnished on an “as-needed / “as–requested’ basis.

Stipulation: VA National Cemetery anticipates ordering and the Contractor furnishing the quantities & types of services stated in the Price Schedule and Turf Application Schedule. The Government, at its sole discretion, reserves the right to modify turf application dates or increase/decrease estimated quantities based on unforeseen circumstances including changes in weather and/or turf conditions.

Any such changes effecting the scope or price shall require a written modification to the contract executed by the Government Contracting Officer. Except as this contract may otherwise provide, if the Government's requirements result in changes to the application schedule and/or estimated quantities stated in the contract, that fact shall not constitute the basis for an equitable price adjustment.

TURF APPLICATION SCHEDULE / CYPRESS HILLS

TURF

APPLICATION

ANNUAL

APPLICATION DATE

#1

October 10th – 15th

Post emergent broad leaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide.

#2

October 20th - 25th to the entire turf acreage at a rate of 5 lbs. of total fertilizer per 1000 sq. ft.

#3

Applied in spring 1 to 2 weeks prior to the expected germination of crabgrass (when soil temperatures at

2-inch depth reach 55 degrees)

Pre-emergent control for annual weed grasses such as crabgrass, goosegrass.

Product to be applied (Dimension) at manufacturers recommended label rate for cool season turf grass in liquid form. Herbicide will be applied to the entire turf grass acreage including between headstones for control of crabgrass

#4

(Applied in spring when broadleaf weeds begin actively growing)

Post emergent broadleaf weed control to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate broadleaf herbicide for post emergent control of broadleaf weeds. To be combined with a second liquid preemergent application for the control of crabgrass.

#5

June 1st – 5th

#6

August 5th – 10th

Post emergent broad leaf weed / crabgrass application to include dandelion, plantain, clover & other common broadleaf weeds and post emergent crabgrass, goose grass an any other weed grasses. Applied in liquid form to the entire turf acreage using an appropriate herbicide. This will be combined with a granular application for the control of beetle grub larvae applied to the entire turf acreage. The recommended product for use will be Merit (Imidacloprid) applied at manufacturers label rate for cool season turf.

#7

September 1st – 5th

A.5 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

(a) Initial Pre-Emergent Crabgrass Application: Contractor shall apply a pre-emergent crabgrass herbicide in liquid form to the entire turf acreage including between headstones using a product such as Dimension to control crabgrass and other weed grasses. All herbicide must be applied with properly calibrated spraying equipment. The Contractor shall begin the application after the soil temperature has reached 55 degrees for three consecutive days.

This is the time that crabgrass seeds begin active germination in the soil. Any application that is completed before this time period may not be as effective in overall crabgrass control.

The dates for application listed in the application schedule are only an estimated time frame and could begin earlier or later depending upon the soil temperatures and weather conditions.

(b) Second (Split) Pre-Emergent Crabgrass Application: Contractor shall make a second application of Dimension in liquid form approximately 4-6 weeks after the initial application to help insure a full season long pre-emergent control for crabgrass.

(c) Broadleaf Weed Control: Broadleaf herbicides must be applied in liquid form with properly calibrated spraying equipment. The Contractor will not substitute a granular herbicide in place of liquid to perform the applications without approval from both the COR and Contracting Officer. The herbicide must be for the control of various cool season turf broadleaf weed species such as white clover, dandelions, plantain and prostrate spurge.

Applications must be timely and at the proper dosage so that perennial weeds do not go to seed and continue to spread. Herbicide shall be applied to all turf acreage, in burial sections and including areas between and around all headstones and along section perimeters.

Applicator must be sure to carefully apply the herbicide to all weed leaf surfaces to ensure that a sufficient kill takes place. The spring application for the treatment of broadleaf weeds will begin when the broadleaf weeds begin actively growing. As Memorial Day services at

Long Island National Cemetery are very important and bring many visitors and family members to the cemetery, it is essential that the Contractor carefully treat all of the turf to eradicate broadleaf weeds as much as possible especially dandelions. If after one week of Contractor ‘s initial application there is not adequate control of weeds and still active dandelion growth or any other weeds, the Contractor will return to the cemetery to specifically address these areas at no additional cost to the government.

(d) Fertilization: Contractor shall apply a granular only turf fertilizer, which is specified in the application schedule to all turf areas using a properly calibrated spreader/sprayer. The fertilizer shall have a guaranteed NPK analysis of 25-0-10 and consist of a minimum 50% slow release nitrogen from sulfur coated urea. Fertilizer shall be applied to all turf areas at the times and rates that are listed in the turf application schedule. The Contractor will not substitute a liquid fertilizer for granular fertilizer for any reason without approval from both the COR and the Contracting Officer.

(e) Post Emergent Crabgrass): Contractor will apply herbicide to effectively control post emergent crabgrass and other weed grasses that are actively growing. Special attention for treatment will be in areas where post emergent crabgrass is prevalent such as around and between headstones, and along curbs and roadways.

(f) Grub / Sod Webworm Control: Contractor will apply pesticide (Merit / Imidacloprid or

Acelypryn) in granular form to effectively control beetle grub larvae. Pesticide will be applied at the proper manufacturers label rate for cool season turf grass. For Cypress Hills National Cemetery, the pesticide will be applied to the entire turf acreage. For Long Island National Cemetery, the pesticide will be applied only to these specific sections: 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P & O. If possible, the application will be scheduled and completed within 48 hours of anticipated rainfall.

(g) Aeration / Over Seeding: Sections 2Y, 3A, 2T, 2U, 3C, 2Z, 2N, 2J, 2H, 2X, 2W, 3B, 2A, P &

O shall be core aerated and over seeded annually beginning in early September (this may be moved to a later date in September by the COR, depending on current weather conditions and soil moisture) with the use of a core aerator. Soil cores shall be removed to a depth of (4) four inches with a between core spacing of (6) inches. Soil cores may be left lying on the turf-grass surface. Where soil compaction is severe (in heavy traffic areas) a second pass with the aerator across the area at a right angle to the first pass should occur.

Over seeding will consist of grass seed evenly spread throughout the sections noted above with the use of a tractor mounted broadcast spreader allowing the seed to contact the aerated turf. Seed will be applied at the appropriate rate for Kentucky Blue Grass / Perennial Rye Grass mix which is 6 lbs. / 1,000 square feet.

60% Kentucky Blue Grass / 40% Perennial Rye (applied at 6lbs. / 1,000 sq. ft.)

Purity Germination

95% 90%

(h) All application methods of herbicides and fertilizers shall be in strict accordance with manufacturer, Department of Environmental Protection and all applicable federal, state and local laws and applied at the manufacturers recommended label rate.

(i) All applications must be made in accordance with manufactures label instructions to insure proper rate and timing of application. The Contractor shall apply liquid broadleaf herbicide no earlier than 6 hours before anticipated rainfall to allow herbicide sufficient time to be absorbed into plant tissue to maximize the herbicide’s full potential. Any rainfall that is received within this six-hour time frame after the application shall require the Contractor to treat all turf areas a second time at the Contractor’s expense. Prior to any application, the

Contractor shall provide to the COR, a copy of product label for each chemical used and appropriate supporting Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

(j) Contractor personnel applying herbicides shall possess a current / valid State of New York commercial pesticide/herbicide application license. The Contractor is responsible for any damage resulting from the application of any herbicide treatments.

(k) All turf applications shall be applied with appropriate calibrated spreading and spraying equipment. Liquid and pellet surface applications shall be uniformly distributed within the cemetery’s defined area of coverage including between and around all headstones and markers. Surface applications shall not be made where surface run-off is likely to occur or near a water source.

(l) Appropriate flags or markers shall be posted in all treated areas for a period of 24 hours after a herbicide treatment has been applied. The Contractor shall remove all flags upon expiration of the 24-hour period.

(m) Each turf application shall be completed within each “Annual Application Date” (weather permitting) specified in the Schedule. All applications shall be applied in accordance with manufactures label instructions to ensure proper rate and timing. Ten (10) days after completion of the application, the Contractor and COR shall jointly inspect and assess results. In areas where results are less than acceptable*, the Contractor shall re-perform the application at no additional cost to the Government (*Acceptable is defined as 90% of actively growing broadleaf weeds and weed grasses are eliminated).

(n) The Contractor shall not dispose of, rinse, mix nor store any herbicide containers/bags on cemetery premises except as authorized by cemetery management.

(o) No herbicide application equipment may be kept or stored on the cemetery premises when the Contractor is not working.

A.6 SODDING OF GRAVESITES

(a) Contractor will provide 60,000 sq. ft. of Kentucky Bluegrass sod to install on individual gravesites on an as-needed basis.

(b) The gravesite will be essentially finished and prepared for the installation of sod by cemetery staff, but the Contractor will be required to square the edges of the gravesite, make sure that the soil is lightly raked and that the gravesite is level and blends smoothly into adjacent graves before sod is installed.

(c) The Contractor will use his own equipment and labor and will deliver the sod to each individual gravesite. Sod will be rolled out on the graves in a staggered pattern and will make sure that all outside edges of the sod are at the same grade and tucked tightly against the existing turf, with no sod roots exposed to the outside air. Sod will be rolled lightly with a mechanical turf roller to insure a good contact between the sod and soil bed. Sod will be watered within one half hour of installation on the gravesite to ensure that it does not dry out.

Water will be applied in a sufficient amount that the water thoroughly soaks through the sod layer and into the soil bed without being too excessive causing the sod to move out of place.

(d) The Contractor will be required to water and maintain each gravesite for a period of sixty (60) days until the sod is fully established.

(e) The Contractor will make sure to gently clean or remove any dirt or debris that is accumulated on the headstone during the installation of sod

(f) Contractor will maintain a rotating list of gravesites that will be updated daily to show the most recent interments that are in need of sod. Installation of all sod must be completed no later than twenty-one (21) days from the date that interment was completed.

(g) Sod will be installed and maintained on gravesites beginning March 15th through November

30th, with these dates subject to fluctuation depending on weather / temperature conditions and the availability of sod.

A.7 CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

A.7.1 SITE MANAGER

(a) The Contractor shall provide a “Site Manager” who shall be responsible for the following:

(i) Directing, overseeing and coordinating the work involved.

(ii) Staying abreast of all upcoming cemetery functions including special holiday events and burial activities.

(iii) Ensuring that contract work does not cause any committal service, ceremony, procession or visitation to be delayed, altered, or otherwise impacted in such a way that the dignity, security, or safety of the event or visit is compromised.

(Note: To cause the least possible interference with cemetery activities, contract personnel shall stop (cease) all work in areas where burials are taking place. As a general "rule-of-thumb", work should not take place within 1,000 feet of an ongoing committal service or ceremony. The Site Manager shall re-direct work throughout the rest of the Cemetery – so that productive use of labor and equipment is assured, and downtime is avoided. If the Contractor fails to re-direct employees away from an event in a timely fashion, the COR may then do so.)

(b) Communication & Coordination of Work with COR: Contractor shall participate in regular meetings with Government personnel and other Contractors at the cemetery to coordinate contract work schedules and contract related issues. Communication with the COR is strongly encouraged. Burial activities at NCA shall take precedence over contract work activities. Work activity and noise cannot disturb Burial Services. Trucks and workers are prohibited from passing through the service area during this period.

(c) Notwithstanding the Contractors responsibility for total management during the performance of this contract, the administration of the contract shall require maximum coordination between the Government and the Contractor. The Government shall provide, at the time of contract award, a list of Government personnel authorized to act as Contracting Officer's Technical Representatives.

A.7.2 REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CONTRACTING OFFICER

(a) The Contracting Officer reserves the right to designate representatives to act for him/her in furnishing technical guidance and advice or generally supervises the work to be performed under this contract. Such designation shall be in writing and shall define the scope and limitations of the designee's authority. A copy of the designation(s) shall be furnished to the Contractor at time of award.

(b) The VA Contracting Officer shall delegate one (or more) representatives to serve as the

Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative (COR). The COR may direct and arrange the Contractor’s work schedule in specific areas of the cemetery to coordinate with daily cemetery activities and operations. Duties and responsibilities of the COR include, but are not limited to, the following:

(i) Provides contract oversight and technical guidance to the Contractor.

(ii) Acts as technical liaison between the National Cemetery and the Contractor and between the cemetery and the Contracting Officer. (Note: The COR may not modify the intent or the terms and conditions of the contract.)

(iii) Placing orders for services.

(iv) Determining whether contract deliverables meet functional, technical and performance specifications.

(v) Verification / certification of payments to the Contractor for services rendered.

(vi) Assuring that any changes effecting work involved, price, terms and/or conditions under the contract are not implemented before written authorization is issued by the Contracting Officer.

(c) VA Contracting Officer: All administrative functions remain with the VA Contracting Officer.

Any modifications to the contract, including those involving no-cost changes, increases and decreases in cost or level of services provided, termination or extension of the contract (in part or in whole) and decisions concerning claims or disputes, must be authorized in writing by the Government Contracting Officer.

A.7.3 FEDERAL HOLIDAYS

(a) All work required under this contract shall be performed during normal business days and daylight hours between 7:45 am and 4:15 pm, local time, Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays. Deviations from the work schedule shall require prior written permission from the COR. The following is a list of the Federal holidays:

New Year's Day Martin Luther King's Birthday President's Day Memorial Day Fourth of July

Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day

A.8 RESPONSIBILITIES

(a) The Contractor shall be aware of the intensive labor and equipment requirements needed to meet contract specifications. Inclement weather - other than prolonged snow cover or unusual amounts of rain shall not be considered an excusable delay in meeting specifications. The government expects the Contractor to work throughout all weather conditions and to apply additional labor and equipment as necessary to meet deadlines.

(b) The Contractor shall be aware of performance requirements necessary to meet contract specifications and deadlines. If the Contractor's work force is unionized, the Contractor shall ensure the labor agreement has a “no-strike” provision to ensure Government contract requirements are met.

(c) Cooperation with other Contractors: The government may undertake or award other contracts for additional work at or near the site of work for this contract. The Contractor shall fully cooperate with other Contractors and with Government employees and shall carefully adapt scheduling and performance of work, adhering to any direction provided by the COR.

(d) More than one Contractor may have access to storage areas designated by the COR. The

Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for costs associated with claims, damages, loss or replacement of equipment or personal property while on Cemetery property.

(e) The Contractor shall not operate trucks, tractors, or other heavy equipment on any turf area except as provided in this contract or as authorized by the COR. The Contractor shall be responsible for repairing turf damage caused by the Contractor during all weather conditions that is deemed excessive by the COR at no additional cost to the government.

(f) The Contractor shall provide adequate safety warning devices, barricades and cover boards, etc., at all work sites to eliminate hazards from public visitors and cemetery employees at no cost to the government.

(g) At the end of each day, the Contractor shall remove all debris from the cemetery site and store excess soil resulting from work to an area designated by the COR. At all times rubbish and trash generated by the Contractor shall be kept clear of vehicular and pedestrian traffic throughout the site. The government shall not provide receptacles for the disposal of debris related to this contract.

A.9 STANDARDS OF EMPLOYEE CONDUCT

Contractor and Contractor personnel are required to adhere to the following standards of dress and conduct while performing work in the Long Island National Cemetery. These standards and regulations are enforceable under Title 38, U.S.C. Section 218. Contractor and Contractor Personnel --

(a) Shall be fully clothed at all times, to include long slacks or pants and shirt, buttoned up from neck to waist. Clothing shall be clean each day. Any soiled clothing should be cemetery work-related that day. T-shirts and/or tank tops as outer garments are prohibited.

Shoes/boots shall have no holes or loose soles. Steel-toed shoes are required in accordance with OSHA. Contractor employees shall maintain personal hygiene.

(b) Shall not engage in loud or boisterous behavior or use profane or abusive language. Shall show proper reverence during committal service.

(c) Shall not eat or drink beverages except water or non-alcoholic drinks while in the work area or in site of committal shelter during a service. Use of intoxicating beverages and/or drugs is strictly prohibited.

(d) Contractor personnel shall not lean, sit or stand on or against headstones or monuments.

No tools, equipment or other items shall be placed or leaned on headstones or monuments.

(e) SMOKING is not permitted in any buildings within the Long Island National Cemetery. This restriction includes offices, restrooms, stairwells, entrances, exits or any other public area.

(f) It shall be the discretion of the COR to implement immediate removal of Contractor and/or

Contractor personnel from cemetery grounds if these standards are not adhered to during the performance of the contract. Contractor shall administer disciplinary action immediately as required to Contractor employees.

A.10 SUPERVISION & TRAINING

(a) The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining satisfactory standards of personnel conduct and work performance and shall administer disciplinary action as required.

(b) The Contractor shall remove employees for cause, to include, but not limited to, misconduct in performance of duty under these specifications and/or conduct contrary to the best interests of the Government.

(c) The Contractor shall also be responsible for training and safety precautions for Contractor employees performing work under these specifications. OSHA standards shall be observed by the Contractor in all work performed. Appropriate safety equipment shall be furnished by the Contractor to Contractor personnel and shall be used as prescribed by OSHA standards, including hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection devices.

A.11 USE OF CEMETERY FACILITIES

(a) The Government shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, or theft of Contractor items, nor shall free telephone service be provided. Contractor shall be responsible for acceptable standards of housekeeping and custodial maintenance of Department of Veterans Affair’s facilities used by Contractor's employees.

(b) The Government shall provide limited storage, housing and shop area. Space offered shall be in “as-is" condition. Prior to making any modifications or alterations to the space, Contractor shall obtain written approval from the COR. Any such modifications or alterations shall be at the expense of the Contractor. Upon completion of the contract, the facility shall be returned to the government in the same condition as received at the expense of the Contractor, except for reasonable wear and tear.

(c) The Government shall not provide the Contractor with any fuel storage, equipment or telephones.