statement of work avon_east.rtf

USDA-NRCS Avon East (Rock County, WI) Native Seeding

EWPP-FPE #755F480900RVR, NZ3, QXQ

STATEMENT OF WORK

1.1 PROJECT BACKGROUND

The USDA-NRCS is conducting native grassland revegetation actions in Avon Township in Rock County, along the Sugar River.

The native grassland design for this area site will include pre-seeding site preparation, seeding native species in specified areas, and providing post-seeding maintenance (mowing)

1.2 PROJECT LOCATION

The Avon-East grassland re-establishment area consists of three separate sites. The sites are located in sections 22, 29 and 36 of Avon Township (T1N R10E). The sites are approximately 9 miles southeast of Brodhead, Wisconsin, approximately 6 miles north of Durand, Illinois, and approximately 11 miles west of Beloit, Wisconsin.

1.3 MATERIALS

A. Supply site preparation and maintenance tools and equipment and native seed as indicated in plans and specifications

B. Certification of materials by NRCS required before installation

1.4 EXECUTION

A. Documentation of pre-planting conference and pre-planting inspection with NRCS

B. Obtain diggers hotline ticket number

C. Certification of materials Native seed source, PLS

C. Staking and Layout:

1. Staking and layout refers to locating and verifying all planting locations as shown on the plans and specifications.

D. Installation of materials

1. In May 2010, perform site preparation and planting (native seed, trees, tubes and mats) indicated on plans and specifications.

E. Maintenance

1.5 PROTECTION

All planting materials shall be properly protected against harm from normal weather conditions and the public.

1.8 CLEANUP

Work areas are to be kept clean during progress of work and until completion. Remove surplus materials and rubbish from planting areas. Reclaim access roads and staging areas to pre-seeding conditions after installation and maintenance.

END OF STATEMENT OF WORK