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Section J Documents, Exhibits, And Other Attachments

Table Of Contents Attachment Number Attachment Title

J-1503050-01 Definitions and Acronyms J-1503050-02 References and Technical Documents J-1503050-03 Outdoor Trash Receptacle Inventory

J-1503050-01 Definitions and Acronyms

Appearance Where there is a sense impression or outward aspect of an area or thing that is consistent, uniform and neat in and around the surroundings.

Berm A mound or bank of earth typically used as a barrier.

Brow Ditch A drainage ditch with sufficient slope to prevent erosion of adjacent grading.

Caliper The measurement of a tree trunk at its widest diameter, measured six inches up from the ground for trees under four-inch caliper, and twelve inches from the ground for trees over four inch caliper. Multi-stem plants are measured at the widest point of all trunks, six inches up from the ground for trees under four inch caliper, and twelve inches from the ground for trees over four inch caliper.

Clipping Any vegetation that is left on paved surfaces, lawns, and plant beds after being cut by means of shears, mowers, etc.

Debris Includes, but is not limited to, paper, cans, bottles, limbs and branches, pine straw and pinecones, leaves, rocks, and other similar items.

Depression A small area that has sunken below its surroundings.

Diameter at Breast Height (DBH)

The diameter of a tree measured at 4½ feet above ground level.

Edging Creating a uniform edged cut to promote a neat appearance and prevent ground structures from vegetation encroachment.

Fertilization Application of natural and synthetic materials to the soil where it has become deficient in nutrients essential for proper plant growth.

Frond A large leaf or branch of a palm tree, usually with many divisions.

Grade To bring soil to previously established level or inclination using appropriate tools and equipment.

Grass Cutting Cutting or trimming, monoecious flowering plants with simple leaves, within a designated area. Also includes cutting and trimming broadleaf weeds and other vegetation found in the lawn area to the required height as specified per contract.

Ground Cover A plant which is chosen for the special task of providing a dense low attractive cover that prevents weeds and erosion. Varieties include, but are not limited to Vinca, Hosta, Ivy, Alyssum, Ajuga, and Liriope.

Hedge Shrubs or other plants planted closely together so as to form an unbroken line during trimming.

Improved Area Improved grounds apply to areas within the built-up section of an installation which contains lawns and landscape development parade grounds, drill fields, athletic facilities, cemeteries, golf courses (except roughs), and similar areas, and include the maintenance and care of ornamental and decorative growth, such as shrubs and flowers and other plantings that are appurtenant to and within lawn areas.

Irrigation Application of water to the soil to promote health and growth.

Maximum Growth Height

That limit of dominant vegetative growth, excluding seed heads or pods.

Parcel A designated area of land which may be indicated on installation maps or other attachments.

Prestige Area Prestige grounds apply to areas in the immediate vicinity of main gates, command headquarters buildings and similar areas, and include the maintenance and care of ornamental and decorative growth, such as shrubs and flowers and other plantings that are appurtenant to and within lawn areas. Limited to 5% of improved acreage.

Pruning The selective removal of unwanted growth to restore a plant or tree to its natural symmetry and appearance. Pruning involves selection and judgment, and does not include the practice of cutting off all branches to an even length. This may include re-sculpting, changing the size, or any other form of work that directly affects the look and growth pattern of the plant.

Rejuvenation The severe pruning of overgrown bushes, shrubs and hedges to within a few inches of the ground or as directed by the KO to restore the plant to its natural shape.

Rut Depressions made in soil or grass by tires of vehicles or heavy equipment.

Semi-improved Area Semi-improved grounds apply to airfields, small arms ranges, ammunition storage, and similar areas.

J-1503050-01 Definitions and Acronyms

Shrub A woody perennial plant generally smaller than a tree, usually having many permanent stems branching from or near the ground, and does not have a definite crown shape. Shrubs may be deciduous or evergreen, and in the area covered by this contract, may be very large in height and width.

Sightly Attractive, tasteful, or pleasing to the sight and consistent with its intended purpose.

Special Event Services that could not reasonably have been anticipated and were not contemplated at time of contract award.

Swale A low-lying or depressed area intended for drainage.

Tree A perennial woody plant having a permanent self-supporting single stem or multiple stems.

Ordinarily grows higher than ten feet, and usually develops branches at some distance above the ground with a definite crown shape.

Trimming Removal of unwanted vegetation around trees, shrubs, flower and shrub beds, cultivated areas, poles, walls, valves, and other similar objects to match the height and appearance of the surrounding grass. Shrub and hedge trimming includes removal of unwanted vegetation to maintain a uniform, and well-shaped appearance, and to prevent interference with pedestrians, vehicle traffic and building encroachment.

Trunk The main stem of a tree, usually long, large and relatively straight.

Unimproved Area Unimproved grounds apply to agricultural areas, pastures, forests, swamps, marshes, deserts, and rocky or barren areas.

Xeriscape A trademark for a method of landscaping that emphasizes water conservation in its use of drought-resistant plants

Attachment J-1503050-02 References and Technical Documents

Reference Title ANSI Z133.1 American National Standard of Tree Care Operations-Pruning, Trimming, Repairing, Maintaining, and Removing and Cutting Brush- Safety Requirements.

ANSI A-300 American National Standard of Tree Care Operations-Tree, Shrub and Other Woody Plant Maintenance-Standard practices, Secretariat- National Arborist Association, Incorporated.

Irrigation Association - Water Management Committee

Turf and Landscape Irrigation Best Management Practices April 2005

NAVFAC DM 5 Drainage for Areas Other Than Airfields NAVFAC INST 11320.2(most current) Fire Prevention and Protection NAVFAC P-73 Natural Resources Management Procedural Manual NAVFAC MO-100.1 Natural Resources Land Management NAVFAC MO-100.3 Natural Resources Fish and Wildlife Management NAVFAC MO-100.4 Natural Resources Outdoor Recreation and Cultural Values NAVFAC P-905 Planting and Maintenance of Trees, Shrubs, and Vines NAVFAC P-960 Installation Design, Chapter 1 “Planting Design” NAVSEA OP 5 Ammunition and Explosives Safety Ashore OPNAV 5090.1 (most current) Safe Drinking Water Act Compliance Ashore OPNAV INST 6240.3 (most current) Chapter 9, Pest Management

Attachment J-1503050-03 Concrete Planter, Tree Inventory

Refer to J-1503050-03, 04 Container Inventory and Frequency.xlsx.

Attachment J-1503050-04 Container Inventory and Frequency

Refer to J-1503050-03, 04 1503050 J-03 Container Inventory and Frequency.xlsx