Specs. 11.xps

Road "T" Security Gate091886D

SECTION 32 92 19

SEEDING

10/06

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM C 602(2007) Agricultural Liming Materials ASTM D 4427(2007) Peat Samples by Laboratory Testing ASTM D 4972(2001; R 2007) pH of Soils

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)

AMS Seed Act(1940; R 1988; R 1998) Federal Seed Act DOA SSIR 42(1996) Soil Survey Investigation Report No. 42, Soil Survey Laboratory Methods Manual, Version 3.0

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Stand of [Turf][_____]

95 percent ground cover of the established species.

1.3 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

[Section 31 00 00 EARTHWORK], [Section 32 84 24 IRRIGATION SPRINKLER SYSTEMS], [Section 32 96 00 TRANSPLANTING EXTERIOR PLANTS], [Section 32 92 23 SODDING], [Section 32 92 26 SPRIGGING], [Section 32 93 00 EXTERIOR PLANTS], and Section 32 05 33 LANDSCAPE ESTABLISHMENT applies to this section for pesticide use and plant establishment requirements, with additions and modifications herein.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are [for Contractor Quality Control approval.][for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.] The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-03 Product Data Wood cellulose fiber mulch Fertilizer SECTION 32 92 19 Page 1

Include physical characteristics, and recommendations.

SD-06 Test Reports Topsoil composition tests (reports and recommendations).

SD-07 Certificates State certification and approval for seed SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions Erosion Control Materials

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.5.1 Delivery

1.5.1.1 Seed Protection

Protect from drying out and from contamination during delivery, on-site storage, and handling.

1.5.1.2 [Fertilizer] [Gypsum] [Sulfur] [Iron] [and] [Lime] Delivery Deliver to the site in original, unopened containers bearing manufacturer's chemical analysis, name, trade name, trademark, and indication of conformance to state and federal laws. Instead of containers, [fertilizer] [gypsum] [sulphur] [iron] [and] [lime] may be furnished in bulk with certificate indicating the above information.

1.5.2 Storage

1.5.2.1 Seed, [Fertilizer] [Gypsum] [Sulfur] [Iron] [and] [Lime] Storage Store in cool, dry locations away from contaminants.

1.5.2.2 Topsoil

Prior to stockpiling topsoil, treat growing vegetation with application of appropriate specified non-selective herbicide. Clear and grub existing vegetation three to four weeks prior to stockpiling topsoil.

1.5.2.3 Handling

Do not drop or dump materials from vehicles.

1.6 TIME RESTRICTIONS AND PLANTING CONDITIONS

1.6.1 Restrictions

Do not plant when the ground is [frozen,] [snow covered,] muddy, or when air temperature exceeds [90] [_____] degrees Fahrenheit.

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1.7 TIME LIMITATIONS

1.7.1 Seed

Apply seed within twenty four hours after seed bed preparation.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SEED

2.1.1 Classification

Provide [State-certified] [State-approved] [Endophyte-enhanced] seed of the latest season's crop delivered in original sealed packages, bearing producer's guaranteed analysis for percentages of mixtures, purity, germination, weedseed content, and inert material. Label in conformance with AMS Seed Act and applicable state seed laws. Wet, moldy, or otherwise damaged seed will be rejected. Field mixes will be acceptable when field mix is performed on site in the presence of the [Contracting Officer]

2.1.2 Planting Dates

Planting Season Planting Dates [Season 1] [_______________________]

[Season 2] [_______________________]

[Temporary Seeding] [_______________________]

2.1.3 Seed Purity

Min. Min. Percent Max.

Botanical Common Percent Germination Percent Name Name Pure Seed and Hard Seed Weed Seed

2.1.4 Seed Mixture by Weight

Planting Season Variety Percent (by Weight) [Season 1] [_____] [_____] [Season 2] [_____] [_____] [Temporary Seeding] [_____] [_____] Proportion seed mixtures by weight. Temporary seeding must later be replaced by [Season 1][Season 2] plantings for a permanent stand of grass.

The same requirements of turf establishment for [Season 1][Season 2] apply for temporary seeding.

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2.2 TOPSOIL

2.2.1 On-Site Topsoil

Surface soil stripped and stockpiled on site and modified as necessary to meet the requirements specified for topsoil in paragraph entitled "Composition." When available topsoil shall be existing surface soil stripped and stockpiled on-site in accordance with Section [31 00 00

EARTHWORK][31 23 00.00 20 EXCAVATION AND FILL].

2.2.2 Off-Site Topsoil

Conform to requirements specified in paragraph entitled "Composition."

Additional topsoil shall be [furnished by the Contractor] [obtained from topsoil borrow areas indicated].

2.2.3 Composition

Containing from 5 to 10 percent organic matter as determined by the topsoil composition tests of the Organic Carbon, 6A, Chemical Analysis Method described in DOA SSIR 42. Maximum particle size, 3/4 inch, with maximum 3 percent retained on 1/4 inch screen. The pH shall be tested in accordance with ASTM D 4972. Topsoil shall be free of sticks, stones, roots, and other debris and objectionable materials. Other components shall conform to the following limits:

Silt [25-50][7 to 17][_____] percent Clay [10-30][4 to 12][_____] percent Sand [20-35][70 to 82][_____] percent pH [5.5 to 7.0][_____] Soluble Salts [600] [_____] ppm maximum

2.3 SOIL CONDITIONERS

Add conditioners to topsoil as required to bring into compliance with "composition" standard for topsoil as specified herein.

2.3.1 Lime

Commercial grade [hydrate] [or] [burnt] limestone containing a calcium carbonate equivalent (C.C.E.) as specified in ASTM C 602 of not less than [_____] percent.

2.3.2 Aluminum Sulfate

Commercial grade.

2.3.3 Sulfur

100 percent elemental

2.3.4 Iron

100 percent elemental

2.3.5 Peat

Natural product of [peat moss] derived from a freshwater site and conforming to [ASTM D 4427] [as modified herein]. Shred and granulate peat SECTION 32 92 19 Page 4 to pass a 1/2 inch mesh screen and condition in storage pile for minimum 6 months after excavation.

2.3.6 Sand

Clean and free of materials harmful to plants.

2.3.7 Perlite

Horticultural grade.

2.3.8 Composted Derivatives

Ground bark, nitrolized sawdust, humus or other green wood waste material free of stones, sticks, and soil stabilized with nitrogen and having the following properties:

2.3.8.1 Particle Size

Minimum percent by weight passing:

No. 4 mesh screen 95 No. 8 mesh screen 80

2.3.8.2 Nitrogen Content

Minimum percent based on dry weight:

Fir Sawdust 0.7 Fir or Pine Bark 1.0

2.3.9 Gypsum

Coarsely ground gypsum comprised of calcium sulfate dihydrate 61 percent, calcium 22 percent, sulfur 17 percent; minimum 96 percent passing through 20 mesh screen, 100 percent passing thru 16 mesh screen.

2.3.10 Calcined Clay

Calcined clay shall be granular particles produced from montmorillonite clay calcined to a minimum temperature of 1200 degrees F. Gradation: A minimum 90 percent shall pass a No. 8 sieve; a minimum 99 percent shall be retained on a No. 60 sieve; and a maximum 2 percent shall pass a No. 100 sieve. Bulk density: A maximum 40 pounds per cubic foot.

2.4 FERTILIZER

2.4.1 Granular Fertilizer

[Organic][synthetic], granular controlled release fertilizer containing the following minimum percentages, by weight, of plant food nutrients:

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2.4.2 Hydroseeding Fertilizer

Controlled release fertilizer, to use with hydroseeding and composed of pills coated with plastic resin to provide a continuous release of nutrients for at least 6 months and containing the following minimum percentages, by weight, of plant food nutrients.

[_____] percent available nitrogen [_____] percent available phosphorus [_____] percent available potassium [[_____] percent sulfur] [[_____] percent iron]

2.5 MULCH

Mulch shall be free from noxious weeds, mold, and other deleterious materials.

2.5.1 Straw

Stalks from oats, wheat, rye, barley, or rice. Furnish in air-dry condition and of proper consistency for placing with commercial mulch blowing equipment. Straw shall contain no fertile seed.

2.5.2 Hay

Air-dry condition and of proper consistency for placing with commercial mulch blowing equipment. Hay shall be sterile, containing no fertile seed.

2.5.3 Wood Cellulose Fiber Mulch

Use recovered materials of either paper-based (100 percent) or wood-based (100 percent) hydraulic mulch. Processed to contain no growth or germination-inhibiting factors and dyed an appropriate color to facilitate visual metering of materials application. Composition on air-dry weight basis: 9 to 15 percent moisture, pH range from 5.5 to 8.2 [_____]. Use with hydraulic application of grass seed and fertilizer.

2.6 WATER

Source of water shall be approved by Contracting Officer and of suitable quality for irrigation, containing no elements toxic to plant life.

[2.7 EROSION CONTROL MATERIALS

Erosion control material shall conform to the following:

[2.7.1 Erosion Control Blanket [100 percent agricultural straw][70 percent agricultural straw/30 percent coconut fiber matrix] stitched with a degradable nettings, designed to degrade within [12 months][18 months].

][2.7.2 Erosion Control Fabric Fabric shall be knitted construction of polypropylene yarn with uniform mesh openings 3/4 to 1 inch square with strips of biodegradable paper.

Filler paper strips shall have a minimum life of 6 months.

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][2.7.3 Erosion Control Net Net shall be heavy, twisted jute mesh, weighing approximately 1.22 pounds per linear yard and 4 feet wide with mesh openings of approximately 1 inch square.

][2.7.4 Hydrophilic Colloids Hydrophilic colloids shall be physiologically harmless to plant and animal life without phytotoxic agents. Colloids shall be naturally occurring, silicate powder based, and shall form a water insoluble membrane after curing. Colloids shall resist mold growth.

]2.7.5 Erosion Control Material Anchors Erosion control anchors shall be as recommended by the manufacturer.

]PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

3.1.1 EXTENT OF WORK

Provide soil preparation (including soil conditioners as required), fertilizing, seeding, and surface topdressing of all newly graded finished earth surfaces, unless indicated otherwise, and at all areas inside or outside the limits of construction that are disturbed by the Contractor's operations.

3.1.1.1 Topsoil

Provide 4 inches of [off-site topsoil][on-site topsoil][existing soil] to meet indicated finish grade. After areas have been brought to indicated finish grade, incorporate [fertilizer] [pH adjusters] [soil conditioners] into soil a minimum depth of [4] [_____] inches by disking, harrowing, tilling or other method approved by the Contracting Officer. Remove debris and stones larger than 3/4 inch in any dimension remaining on the surface after finish grading. Correct irregularities in finish surfaces to eliminate depressions. Protect finished topsoil areas from damage by vehicular or pedestrian traffic.

[3.1.1.2 Soil Conditioner Application Rates Apply soil conditioners at rates as determined by laboratory soil analysis of the soils at the job site. For bidding purposes only apply at rates for the following:

[Lime [[_____] pounds per acre] [[_____] pounds per 1000 square feet.]] [Sulfur [[_____] pounds per acre ] [[_____] pounds per 1000 square feet.]] [Iron [[_____] pounds per acre] [[_____] pounds per 1000 square feet.]] [Aluminum Sulfate [[_____] pounds per acre] [[_____] pounds per 1000 square feet.]] [Peat [[_____] cubic yard per acre] [[_____] cubic yards per 1000 square feet.]] SECTION 32 92 19 Page 7

[Sand [[_____] cubic yard per acre] [[_____] cubic yards per 1000 square feet.]] [Perlite [[_____] cubic yard per acre] [[_____] cubic yards per 1000 square feet.]] [Compost Derivatives [[_____] cubic yard per acre] [[_____] cubic yards per 1000 square feet.]] [Calcined Clay [[_____] cubic yard per acre] [[_____] cubic yards per 1000 square feet.]] [Gypsum [[_____] cubic yard per acre] [[_____] cubic yards per 1000 square feet.]] ][3.1.1.3 Fertilizer Application Rates Apply fertilizer at rates as determined by laboratory soil analysis of the soils at the job site. For bidding purposes only apply at rates for the following:

[Organic Granular Fertilizer [[_____] pounds per acre] [[_____] pounds per 1000 square feet.]] [Synthetic Fertilizer [[_____] pounds per acre ] [[_____] pounds per 1000 square feet.]] [Hydroseeding Fertilizer [[_____] pounds per acre] [[_____] pounds per 1000 square feet.]]

]3.2 SEEDING

3.2.1 Seed Application Seasons and Conditions

Immediately before seeding, restore soil to proper grade. Do not seed when ground is muddy [frozen] [snow covered] or in an unsatisfactory condition for seeding. If special conditions exist that may warrant a variance in the above seeding dates or conditions, submit a written request to the Contracting Officer stating the special conditions and proposed variance.

Apply seed within twenty four hours after seedbed preparation. Sow seed by approved sowing equipment. Sow one-half the seed in one direction, and sow remainder at right angles to the first sowing.

3.2.2 Seed Application Method

Seeding method shall be [broadcasted and drop seeding][drill seeding][hydroseeding].

[3.2.2.1 Broadcast and Drop Seeding Seed shall be uniformly broadcast at the rate of [_____]pounds per 1000 square feet. Use broadcast or drop seeders. Sow one-half the seed in one direction, and sow remainder at right angles to the first sowing. Cover seed uniformly to a maximum depth of 1/4 inch in clay soils and [1/2] [_____] inch in sandy soils by means of spike-tooth harrow, cultipacker, raking or other approved devices.

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][3.2.2.2 Drill Seeding Seed shall be drilled at the rate of [_____]pounds per 1000 square feet.

Use [cultipacker seeders] [grass seed drills] [_____]. Drill seed uniformly to average depth of [1/2] [_____] inch.

][3.2.2.3 Hydroseeding First, mix water and fiber. Wood cellulose fiber, paper fiber, or recycled paper shall be applied as part of the hydroseeding operation. Fiber shall be added at 1,000 pounds, dry weight, per acre. Then add and mix seed and fertilizer to produce a homogeneous slurry. Seed shall be mixed to ensure broadcasting at the rate of [_____]pounds per 1000 square feet. When hydraulically sprayed on the ground, material shall form a blotter like cover impregnated uniformly with grass seed. Spread with one application with no second application of mulch.

]3.2.3 Mulching [3.2.3.1 Hay or Straw Mulch Hay or straw mulch shall be spread uniformly at the rate of 2 tons per acre.

Mulch shall be spread by hand, blower-type mulch spreader, or other approved method. Mulching shall be started on the windward side of relatively flat areas or on the upper part of steep slopes, and continued uniformly until the area is covered. The mulch shall not be bunched or clumped. Sunlight shall not be completely excluded from penetrating to the ground surface. All areas installed with seed shall be mulched on the same day as the seeding. Mulch shall be anchored immediately following spreading.

][3.2.3.2 Mechanical Anchor Mechanical anchor shall be a V-type-wheel land packer; a scalloped-disk land packer designed to force mulch into the soil surface; or other suitable equipment.

][3.2.3.3 Asphalt Adhesive Tackifier Asphalt adhesive tackifier shall be sprayed at a rate between 10 to 13 gallons per 1000 square feet. Sunlight shall not be completely excluded from penetrating to the ground surface.

][3.2.3.4 Non-Asphaltic Tackifier Hydrophilic colloid shall be applied at the rate recommended by the manufacturer, using hydraulic equipment suitable for thoroughly mixing with water. A uniform mixture shall be applied over the area.

][3.2.3.5 Asphalt Adhesive Coated Mulch Hay or straw mulch may be spread simultaneously with asphalt adhesive applied at a rate between 10 to 13 gallons per 1000 square feet, using power mulch equipment which shall be equipped with suitable asphalt pump and nozzle. The adhesive-coated mulch shall be applied evenly over the surface. Sunlight shall not be completely excluded from penetrating to the ground surface.

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][3.2.4 Rolling Immediately after seeding, firm entire area except for slopes in excess of 3 to 1 with a roller not exceeding [90] [_____] pounds for each foot of roller width. [If seeding is performed with cultipacker-type seeder or by hydroseeding, rolling may be eliminated.] ]3.2.5 Erosion Control Material Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, where indicated or as directed by the Contracting Officer.

3.2.6 Watering

Start watering areas seeded as required by temperature and wind conditions. Apply water at a rate sufficient to insure thorough wetting of soil to a depth of [2] [_____] inches without run off. During the germination process, seed is to be kept actively growing and not allowed to dry out.

3.3 PROTECTION OF TURF AREAS

Immediately after turfing, protect area against traffic and other use.

[3.4 RENOVATION OF EXISTING TURF AREA

[3.4.1 Aeration Upon completion of weed eradication operations and Contracting Officer's approval to proceed, aerate turf areas indicated , by approved device.

Core, by pulling soil plugs, to a minimum depth of [_____] inches. [Leave all soil plugs, that are produced, in the turf area.] [Remove all debris generated during this operation off site.] [After aeration operations are complete, topdress entire area [1/4 inch] [1/2 inch] depth with the following mixture:

[[_____] percent sand] [[_____] percent humus] [[_____] percent gypsum] [[_____] percent organic fertilizer] [[_____] percent synthetic fertilizer] Blend all parts of topdressing mixture to a uniform consistency throughout.] Keep clean at all times at least one paved pedestrian access route and one paved vehicular access route to each building. Clean all soil plugs off of other paving when work is complete.

][3.4.2 Vertical Mowing Upon completion of aerating operation and Contracting Officer's approval to proceed, vertical mow turf areas indicated, by approved device, to a depth of [1/4 inch] [1/2 inch] above existing soil level, to reduce thatch build-up, grain, and surface compaction. Keep clean at all times at least one paved pedestrian access route and one paved vehicular access route to each building. Clean other paving when work is complete. Remove all debris generated during this operation off site.

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][3.4.3 Dethatching Upon completion of aerating operation and Contracting Officer's approval to proceed, dethatch turf areas indicated, by approved device, to a depth of [ 1/4 inch] [1/2 inch] below existing soil level, to reduce thatch build-up, grain, and surface compaction. Keep clean at all times at least one paved pedestrian access route and one paved vehicular access route to each building. Clean other paving when work is complete. Remove all debris generated during this operation off site.

][3.4.4 Overseeding Apply seed in accordance with applicable portions of paragraph entitled "Seed Application Method" at rates in accordance with paragraph entitled "Seed Composition."

]]3.5 RESTORATION

Restore to original condition existing turf areas which have been damaged during turf installation operations at the Contractor's expense. Keep clean at all times at least one paved pedestrian access route and one paved vehicular access route to each building. Clean other paving when work in adjacent areas is complete.

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