Grounds Maintenance SOW 02 18 2022.pdf

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SOLICITATION NUMBER:

SERVICE: Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance

LOCATION(S): North Platte Federal Building

BASE PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE:

SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE:

OFFER RECEIPT DATE/TIME:

Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance SOW 02/18/2022

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Table of Contents

Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance

A. Definitions

A.1 General Program

A.2 Acceptance

A.3 Approval

A.4 Contracting Officer (CO)

A.5 Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)

A.6 Contractor

A.7 Environmentally Sustainable

A.8 GSA Green Purchasing Program (GPP)

A.9 Modification

A.10 Ordering Official

A.11 Performance Based Service Contracting

A.12 Product Preference

A.13 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

A.14 Quality Control Program (QCP)

C. Grounds Maintenance

C.1 Grounds Maintenance Services

C.2 Landscape Erosion Management

C.3 Composting

C.4 Trees and Shrubs

C.5 Mowing, Trimming and Edging

C.6 Mulching

C.7 Leaf Removal

C.8 Over-Seeding, Dethatching and Aeration

C.9 Fertilization, Insect and Weed Control

C.10 Flowerbeds and Plants

C.11 Plant/Tree Replacements

C.12 Irrigation (Operation Oversite)

C.13 Protection and Damage

C.14 Safety and Health

C.15 Quality Control Plan (QCP)

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D. Above Standard Services (Orderable Services)

D.1 Pesticide Application (Other Than Insects)

D.2 Turf Repair

D.3 Turf Rodent Control

E. Special Contract Requirements

E.1 Supervisors

E.2 Compliance with Security Requirements

E.3 Recording Presence

E.4 Ordinances, Taxes, Permits and Licenses

E.5 Discrepancy in the Specifications

E.6 Award

E.7 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

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A. Definitions

A.1 General Program

The work specified in this specification shall be in accordance with all Federal, State, county and city laws, codes, and ordinances and shall follow the more stringent of them. In addition to compliance with these laws, the Contractor shall follow all applicable standard industry practices including, but not limited to, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and NIBS.

A.2 Acceptance

The term constitutes acknowledgment that the supplies or services required in the contact conform to applicable contract quality and quantity requirements.

A.3 Approval

‘Approval’ means the Government has reviewed the submittals, deliverables, or administrative documents [e.g., insurance certificates, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), etc.], and has determined that the documents conform to contract requirements. Government approval shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for complying with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

A.4 Contracting Officer (CO)

The CO has the responsibility for the administration of this contract. The CO alone, without delegation, is authorized to take action on behalf of the Government to amend, modify or deviate from the contract terms, conditions, requirements, specifications, details and/or delivery schedules. However, the CO may delegate certain other responsibilities to authorized

Government representatives.

A.5 Contracting Officer's Representative (COR)

The COR shall be appointed by letter from the CO. The CO uses CORs are the primary

Government representatives for the administration of the contract. CORs shall have proper training and experience in inspecting contracts, but do not have the authority to modify the contract.

A.6 Contractor

Reference to ‘Contractor’ throughout the SOW even for those references to subcontracted type tasks shall mean the responsibility of the contract service provider.

A.7 Environmentally Sustainable

These are products or services that have a lesser or reduced effect on human health and the environment when compared with competing products or services that serve the same purpose.

This comparison may consider raw materials acquisition, production, manufacturing, product, chemicals, packaging, distribution, reuse, operation, maintenance, or disposal of the product or service. Refer to Section C.17. ‘Federal Requirements’ for a list of environmentally sustainable attributes and certifying entities.

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A.8 GSA Green Purchasing Program (GPP)

The GPP which includes the Green Purchasing Plan specifies requirements to promote the purchase of environmentally sustainable products and services.

A.9 Modification

Modification is a bilateral or unilateral change in the terms of a contract.

A.10 Ordering Official

Ordering Officials are appointed by letter from the CO. Ordering Officials shall be the

Government’s representative for the ordering of supplies and services.

A.11 Performance Based Service Contracting

This is a procurement strategy that seeks to issue technical requirements that set forth outcomes for performance instead of specific requirements on how to perform the service. This strategy shifts the risk of performance to the Contractor by allowing the Contractor to design the methods of achieving desired results as defined by the performance quality standards established by the Government.

A.12 Product Preference

Products that are identified as environmentally sustainable shall be selected over those which do not carry such designations. The following factors to consider when selecting products include: environmental performance, cost performance, bio-based, recycled content, biodegradability, technical performance, and availability.

A.13 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

The QASP is the Government’s surveillance method for monitoring and evaluating the

Contractor's performance under a Performance Based Statement of Work (PBSOW).

A.14 Quality Control Program (QCP)

The Quality Control Program is a system for identifying and correcting deficiencies in the quality of services before the level of performance becomes unacceptable. Preparation of this document is the responsibility of the Contractor.

C. Grounds Maintenance

The Contractor shall perform grounds maintenance standard services for the work items listed below.

C.1 Grounds Maintenance Services

General: Maintain all plants, trees, shrubs, ground covers, and lawns in a manner that prolongs life and sustains a healthy appearance. Grounds maintenance services in the standard services shall benefit the environment and generate cost savings to the Federal Government by preserving and protecting the native plants and wildlife habitats entrusted to us.

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C.2 Landscape Erosion Management

The Contractor shall employ environmentally sustainable, low-impact strategies such as temporary and permanent seeding, mulching, earth dikes, silt fencing, sediment traps and sediment basins to correct existing erosion such as typically found as the result of foot traffic killing the vegetation, steep slopes where sheet flow from storm water exceeds existing vegetation holding power, or point storm water outflow that exceeds the holding power of the vegetation covering the soil.

C.3 Composting

To reduce the amount of material being disposed of in landfills, the Contractor is required to compost, to the greatest extent possible, yard waste generated by the Contractor's operations.

The Contractor shall not compost material on-site unless authorized by the CO or their designee. The Contractor shall utilize an approved recycling or composting facility or compost the material at the Contractor's own facility. The Contractor is responsible to pay for composting services for landscaping debris.

C.4 Trees and Shrubs

-Maintenance: When present, tree supports shall be kept in good condition, functioning at all times and be removed when no longer needed. Tree stakes, tree ties, and guy wire shall be of materials that are comparable to those existing on site, and shall be replaced or repaired by the

Contractor as needed. Supports or braces are to be repositioned as often as necessary to prevent damage to the tree or shrub trunk. Keep shrubs and trees trimmed to present an attractive appearance.

-Trimming: To promote optimum efficiency and safety for all foot and vehicular traffic, trees and shrubs shall be kept trimmed to clear all roads, drives, and walking areas. Any limbs and branches touching or brushing buildings, fences, or other structures are also to be trimmed to provide clearance and free air circulation around the plant. Tree thinning shall reduce the density of live branches towards developing the natural branching structure. Thinning shall result in an even distribution of branches on individual limbs and throughout the crown, to provide free air circulation through the remaining limbs and branches. Not more than 25 percent of the crown should be removed annually.

-Pruning: Trees and shrubs shall be pruned by the Contractor to remove dead or diseased foliage or branches to help control or direct growth, increase quality, and to add structural strength to the trees and shrubs.

-Survey: A certified grounds maintenance professional shall provide a survey of the trees and a written evaluation of their condition.

This shall be completed within 30 days from the start date of each year the contract is in effect.

The evaluation shall include a plan and price list for any special treatment not covered by this contract.

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C.5 Mowing, Trimming and Edging

Contractor shall mow, trim, and edge all turf areas at a frequency and method that ensures that all areas present an attractive appearance at all times. Mulching mowers shall be used;

however, non-mulching mowers are permitted and shall be approved by the CO or their designee. Grass clippings shall be cleared from all concrete and asphalt areas (e.g. parking lots, walkways, roadways, driveways, etc.) and blown onto the grass. As appropriate, grass clippings shall be left in place, composted, or mulched as coordinated by the CO or their designee.

C.6 Mulching

Contractor shall maintain and replace existing mulch no less than annually. Mulch must be maintained throughout ground maintenance period of performance. Replacement mulch shall be commercial grade shredded hardwood bark, or equivalent. It shall be free of sticks, stones, clods, or other foreign materials. A sample of proposed mulch and chips shall be submitted to and approved by the CO or their designee prior to use. All areas to be mulched shall be raked, debris removed, edges reestablished, and any excessive mulch buildup worked into existing soil or removed, at the discretion of the CO or their designee, prior to mulch application.

C.7 Leaf Removal

The Contractor shall remove leaves, as necessary, to maintain a neat and clean appearance.

Leaves should be composted as appropriate. Throughout the year, the Contractor shall remove minor accumulations due to isolated leaf drop and shall check all storm drain openings on the premises and remove any leaves or debris that have accumulated. Care shall be taken to remove leaves in existing mulched areas to maintain a neat and clean appearance without substantial reduction in mulch depth or damage to herbaceous or woody plant material.

C.8 Over-Seeding, Dethatching and Aeration

Over-seed as necessary to prevent bare areas and promote even growth of turf areas following common and local landscaping practices. Seed will be of same grass verity and blend with existing grass.

Contractor will provide flags to mark sprinklers / irrigation equipment and take responsibility for damage to irrigation system if damaged while performing the following:

-Aeration: Turf shall be aerated (frequency is dependent on the type of soil and grass but no less than one aeration per year) by manual or mechanical methods of piercing the ground to provide an adequate air supply to the soil and promote sustained plant life.

-Dethatching: Turf shall be dethatched (frequency is dependent on the type of soil and grass but no less than one dethatching per year) by manual or mechanical methods to encouraging grass to thicken up and also makes it stronger and less susceptible to disease.

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C.9 Fertilization, Insect and Weed Control

All lawns, plants, trees, shrubs and ground cover shall be fertilized consistent with common local landscaping practices. Insecticide and fungicide will be used to control any insects or fungus that will inhibit the growth of the lawn. Herbicide or other weed control methods will be used to control weeds in lawn areas, which is consistent with common local landscaping practices. Application by the Contractor shall employ the best practices to minimize chemical runoff. Fertilizer used shall be of a balanced type that supplies all nutrients required for providing sustainable growth and development. The fertilizer application rate for the trees will be determined by tree type, girth, and height. Prior to application, the Contractor shall schedule time of application with the CO or their designee for approval. Contractor shall use recovered organic materials for fertilizer whenever possible.

C.10 Flowerbeds and Plants

Flowerbeds are to be free from weeds and debris. Weed and grass control in flowerbeds shall consist of both pulling and herbicide, in way not to harm current landscape.

Flowerbeds should be inspected for weeds on a weekly basis. Flowers, plants, grasses, and shrubs shall be trimmed and pruned on a regular basis, to support healthy growth and continued flowering throughout the growing season. The ornamental grass will be pruned back during spring cleanup, prior to May 1st. Perennial plants will be cut back and cleaned

(following common landscape practices) prior to October 30th. Perennials will need to be cut back and cleaned (following common landscape practices) prior to May 1st in the base year contract as well. Ground cover must present a neat appearance.

C.11 Plant/Tree Replacements

The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs associated with the replacement of all planted materials that have been damaged as a direct result of the Contractor’s lack of oversight, neglect, or lack of proper care and maintenance. The Contractor shall use replacement plants/trees that are native to the area to help further reduce the use of irrigation water.

Plant/tree will be replaced with like size plant/tree or the largest available size. Plants supplied by Contractor shall be approved by the CO or their designee and shall be arranged in an attractive and professional manner. Preference shall be given to the use of native perennials instead of annuals.

C.12 Irrigation (Operation Oversite)

Irrigation systems with automatic controllers will be adjusted, cleaned, and set for the most energy efficient watering periods by the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Contractor with assistance from landscape and grounds maintenance contractor.

Irrigation systems that are damaged by the Contractor due to neglect shall be repaired by the

Contractor. The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs incurred to repair and test the system. Repairs shall be performed by qualified personnel such as the Contractor, the

Contractor’s sub-contractor, or the O&M Contractor. All repairs shall be performed using industry practices.

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The Contractor shall be responsible to notify the Government in the event of operational malfunctions, breakages, or failures to the irrigation system, which affects the Contractor's ability to provide proper irrigation to building’s landscaping. Failure to make timely notification to the CO or their designee shall result in the Contractor replacing damaged landscaping materials.

C.13 Protection and Damage

The Contractor shall make reasonable efforts to assist the Government to prevent hazardous conditions and property damage. To the extent that relevant conditions or activities are noted but are not associated with the Contractor’s scope, the Contractor shall promptly report such conditions or activities to the CO or their designee, or to security personnel.

The Contractor shall protect Government’s property, buildings, materials, equipment, supplies, records and data that are within the Contractor’s control against unauthorized access, loss or damage.

The Contractor and Contractor’s employees and subcontractors shall comply with the General

Services Administration, Rules and Regulations Governing Public Buildings and Grounds (as posted in the building), and shall promptly report violations by employees, or as otherwise observed, to the CO or their designee, or security personnel.

C.14 Safety and Health

All work shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR §1910 and State and municipal safety and health requirements located at http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_06/29cfr1910a_06.html. Where there is a conflict between applicable regulations, the most stringent shall apply.

C.15 Quality Control Plan (QCP)

The Contractor shall establish and implement a complete Quality Control Plan (QCP) to ensure the requirements of the contract are met. The QCP is a written document that specifies a system for determining whether or not landscape and grounds maintenance requirements are being met and identifying and correcting deficiencies in the quality of services before the level of performance becomes unacceptable. The QCP also identifies opportunities where the

Contractor can make improvements in how services are provided.

The QCP is a living document and may be subject to change depending on the needs of the contract. When the contract is revised, the Contractor is required to provide an updated QCP, maintenance schedule and listing of current employees to the CO or their designee for acceptance.

The QCP shall include the following, at a minimum:

● Provide a detailed landscaping and grounds maintenance schedule, which will include week, month and seasonal maintenance schedules.

● How the Contractor will control quality and quantity of supplies and services.

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● Define the roles and responsibilities of the Contractor’s operating personnel.

● How project management, inspections, plan implementation, process improvement changes, and correction of deficiencies.

● An inspection plan or checklist tailored to the specific building being serviced under this contract. The inspection plan or checklist shall detail how services at the work site shall be inspected to ensure that the outcome of the work meets all the quality standards set forth in the contract and shall include, but is not limited to:

○ Date of inspection performed

○ Location of inspection

○ Description of findings

○ Description of action(s) taken (if necessary)

○ Signature and date of completion

● How Contractor shall monitor deficiencies of work output in relation to the performance standards, methods of informing employees of deficiencies in their area(s) of responsibility, and a process to ensure that the deficiencies are corrected and do not recur.

● How Contractor shall measure and document performance against the scope of work.

D. Above Standard Services (Orderable Services)

D.1 Pesticide Application (Other Than Insects)

The Contractor shall not apply any chemical or non-chemical pesticide products that have not been approved in writing by the CO or their designee. The Contractor shall provide to the CO or their designee with a list of chemicals and their purchase price. All chemicals shall be in the original manufacturer’s containers and properly labeled. Chemicals shall be applied with extreme care to avoid hazard to any person or animal in the immediate or adjacent areas, or property damage. The Contractor shall not store any pesticide products on Government property. Any emergency applications of must be approved by the CO or their designee prior to application.

D.2 Turf Repair

The Contractor shall repair damaged or bare turf areas with sod, when deemed necessary. Sod replacement will consistent with common local landscaping practices. Sod will be of same grass verity and blend with existing grass. Sod will be supplied by Contractor shall be approved by the CO or their designee.

D.3 Turf Rodent Control

As a general rule, rodenticide application outside buildings shall emphasize the direct treatment of rodent burrows wherever feasible. All bait boxes shall be placed out of the general view, in locations where they will not be disturbed by routine operations. They shall be maintained in accordance with EPA regulations, with an emphasis on the safety of non-target organisms. Bait

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E. Special Contract Requirements

E.1 Supervisors

A supervisor shall be available at all times when the contract work is in progress to receive notices, reports, or requests from the CO or their designee. The Contractor shall furnish the CO or their designee with a list of telephone numbers where an authorized representative may be contacted.

E.2 Compliance with Security Requirements

The Contractor shall comply with all GSA and tenant agency security requirements.

E.3 Recording Presence

Each contract employee and subcontractor must sign-in when reporting for duty and sign out when leaving at the end of the workday. GSA Form 139 (Record of Time of Arrival and

Departure from Building, which is only designated for use by the Contractor’s personnel), shall be used for this purpose.

E.4 Ordinances, Taxes, Permits and Licenses

Without additional expense to the Government, the Contractor shall fully comply with: (a) all

Federal. State local, and city laws, and regulations and ordinances, (b) be liable for all applicable Federal, state and local taxes and (c) obtain and pay for all permits and licenses governing performance under the contract.

E.5 Discrepancy in the Specifications

In any case of discrepancy in the specifications, the matter shall be immediately submitted to the Contracting Officer. The decision of the Contracting Officer as to the proper interpretation of the specifications shall be final, in accordance with the Disputes Clause of this contract.

E.6 Award

Award of this contract will be made on the basis of price and other factors. Reference The

Solicitation document for specific factors.

E.7 Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

This Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) is designed to provide the General Services

Administration (GSA) with an effective surveillance method for monitoring and evaluating the

Contractor's performance under a Performance-Based Statement of Work (PBSOW) for landscape and grounds maintenance. In accordance to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Part 37.601, performance-based contracting methods are intended to ensure that the required performance quality levels are achieved and that the total payment is related to the degree that

[12] services performed or outcomes achieved meet contract standards. The role of the GSA is quality assurance by ensuring that the Contractors are achieving the performance quality levels required under the landscape and grounds maintenance contract and focusing on the

Contractors' quality control programs. The GSA periodically validates the execution of the

Contractors' quality control programs by reviewing such areas as the Contractors' inspection forms and the timeliness of corrective actions.

Inspections conducted through the QASP and histories of Contractor performance in the

Contractor “Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)” or successor system assist

GSA in obtaining those services that are contracted and delivered as agreed upon. The systems also help ensure that contract awards and deductions are executed in accordance with the contract requirements. The regional Property Management operations office is responsible for capturing the appropriate Contractor performance information that will be entered into

CPARS by the CO or their designee.

A. PURPOSE OF THE QASP

1. The QASP is intended to accomplish the following:

• Defines the roles and responsibilities of participating government officials.

• Identifies the performance objectives based upon the PBSOW and in accordance with FAR

Part 46.401(a) (1).

• Identifies the performance quality level standards in accordance with FAR Part 37.601(a) (2).

• Describes the methods of surveillance for the GSA to identifying quality levels in accordance with FAR Part 46.401(a) (2).

• Establishes a method to provide feedback to the Contractor regarding quality and timeliness of the service performance, i.e., copies of inspection forms and any other drivers or measures of performance that are required by the CO or their designee.

• Establishes timeframes for communication and performance improvement if needed.

• Establishes specified procedures for changes to the contract price when services are not performed or do not meet contract requirements in accordance to FAR Part 37.601(a) (3).

2. The Contractor has developed a Quality Control Plan (QCP) that establishes procedures and responsibilities for controlling the quality of work to be performed. The Contractor is responsible for the implementation of the QCP.

B. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

1. The following Government officials shall participate in assessing the quality of the

Contractor's performance. Their roles and responsibilities are described as follows:

Joe Wiezorek and/or Alan Maier shall serve as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

The COR is responsible for monitoring, assessing, recording, and reporting on the performance of the Contractor. The COR shall have the primary responsibility for completing the forms that will be used to evaluate the Contractor’s performance.

Justin Panasiuk shall serve as the Contracting Officer (CO). The CO shall have overall responsibility for overseeing the Contractor's performance. The CO shall be responsible for the

[13] monitoring of the Contractor's performance in the areas of contract compliance and contract administration, reviewing of COR's assessments of Contractor performance, and resolving any discrepancies that may arise between the parties involved.

C. TYPES OF WORK TO BE PERFORMED

The Contractor performance in providing landscape and grounds maintenance shall be evaluated by the Government.

D. METHODS OF SURVEILLANCE

The method of surveillance is based on the performance criteria of the contract terms and specifications. Each requirement describes the tasks to be performed and the standard for successful performance. The GSA intends to monitor and evaluate the Contractor's performance based on the following surveillance method:

● Periodic Surveillance Inspections: This method consists of selected surveillance tasks by the

Government that do not require 100% inspection or are performed on a random basis. The

CO or their designee shall evaluate the Contractors reports, surveys, etc., on a weekly, biweekly, monthly or quarterly basis.

E. QUALITY ASSURANCE FORMS AND REPORTS

Inspection Form: The GSA 1181-A or equivalent form shall be used to document and evaluate the Contractor's performance. The CO or their designee shall evaluate each event in accordance with the performance standards and performance requirements stated in the

PBSOW. All tasks that are considered to have an unacceptable performance shall be substantiated and documented on the GSA 1181-A form or its equivalent. The form shall be completed and submitted to the Contractor within 24 hours. The Contractor shall return the

GSA 1181-A form or equivalent form identifying the corrective action taken, within time allotted by the CO or their designee.

F. ANALYSIS OF SURVEILLANCE RESULTS

Monthly CO Report: At the end of each month the CO or their designee shall summarize the overall results of the Contractor’s performance for the previous month. If appropriate, the CO may investigate the event(s) further to determine if all the facts and circumstances surrounding the event(s) are accurate. The CO shall also discuss with the Contractor an event or trend that indicates unacceptable performance.

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G. QASP STANDARDS

Services to be Inspected Standard for Successful Performance

Quality Assurance Surveillance Method

GROUNDS

MAINTENANCE

Maintain all plants, trees, shrubs, ground covers, and lawns in a manner that prolongs life and sustains a healthy appearance free from pests.

Shall seek to prevent pollution by, among other things, reducing fertilizer and pesticide use to protect the environment.

Protect native plans and wild habitat.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

LANDSCAPE EROSION

MANAGEMENT

Shall employ environmentally low-impact strategies:

temporary/permanent seeding, mulching, earth dikes, silt fencing, sediment traps and sediment basins to correct existing erosion areas.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

COMPOSTING Shall compost yard waste. The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

TREE AND SHRUBS

-Trimming

- Pruning

Tree supports shall be kept in good condition and functioning at all times and be removed when no longer needed.

Shall trim trees and shrubs to clear all roads, drives, and walking areas.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

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- Survey

Shall prune trees and shrubs to remove dead or diseased foliage or branches.

Shall provide for a professional survey of the trees to evaluate their condition.

MOWING, TRIMMING

AND EDGING

Shall mow and edge all turf areas.

Shall clear grass clip pings from walkways and roadways and blow them onto the grass.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

LEAF REMOVAL Shall remove leaves and debris from premises and drain openings.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

OVER-SEEDING,

DETHACHING AND

AERATING

Shall over-seed, dethatch, and aerate as necessary to prevent bare areas and promote even growth of turf areas.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

FERTILIZATION, INSECT

AND WEED CONTROL

Shall fertilizer, lawns, trees and ground cover consistent with common local landscaping practices. Insecticide, fungicides and herbicides will be used to prevent insects, fungus and weeds from inhibiting the growth of the lawn.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

FLOWERBEDS AND

PLANTS

- Flowerbeds are to be free from weeds and debris.

- Preference shall be given to the use of native perennials instead of annuals.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

PLANT/TREE

REPLACEMENTS

Shall bear costs to replace planted materials that have

The Government may evaluate performance based

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on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

IRRIGATION

(OPERATIONAL

OVERSITE)

Shall monitor for dry areas and work with building manager or O&M to adjust the watering schedule.

Shall notify building manager or O&M of any damage, operational malfunctions, breakages, or failures to the irrigation system.

Shall pay to repair and test irrigation systems damaged by the Contractor due to neglect.

The Government may evaluate performance based on any or all of the following:

tenant satisfaction, surveys, tenant interviews, periodic inspections, and service call documentation.

PROTECTION AND

DAMAGE

Shall make reasonable efforts to assist the Government to prevent hazardous conditions and property damage.

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