20Q1114 SV QandA.pdf

20Q1114 Questions and Answers 200903

1. Can we obtain photos of the areas?

A: Added to download in SAM.

2. Which areas on the SOW relate to which areas on the Map?

A: Moving South to north, area 1 is south end, middle is area 2, and the north area is area 3.

3. Are we able to utilize excavators, bulldozers, or skid steers with a mulcher attachment?

A: Yes, however all ruts and holes created must be filled in to prevent ponding and erosion.

Area must be graded/landscaped to allow proper drainage and reseeded with Kentucky 31.

Mulch must be raked, hauled off, and removed from the base.

4. Can we set up a mulcher near the tree areas?

A: As long as any damage to the ground is repaired and all mulch is raked and removed.

See Answer #2.

5. What damage, if any, would mulching this area do to the grounds? Is it acceptable?

A: Cleaning and raking of all mulch shall to be done. Damage from the mulching machine that may be caused to the ground will need to be repaired and seeded. See Answer #3.

6. Are we able to dig out the stumps instead of grinding them down?

A: Yes. The hole from stump removal must be filled in and seeded to prevent ponding and erosion. See Answer #3.

7. Do we need a dig permit for the digging/grinding of stumps?

A: Excavation of more than 6 inches requires an AF103, Work Clearance Request (Dig Permit). If you are grinding stumps, then no; if stumps are dug out and earth moved, then yes.

8. Will entomology allow the spraying of Tordon 22k or RTU this close to the water (on the banks of the small river)?

A: No chemical use will be allow, please remove the trees and shrubs and grind stumps to 6” below grade, backfill, and seed. See Answer #3.

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