Method of Operations. The edging of sidewalks, paved approaches, and curbs shall create a distinct un-vegetated; approximately one-half (1/2) inch horizontally space between the structure and the turf. String trimmers shall not be used in edging. Edging also includes the removal of all sand and debris from the areas designated to be edged. Upon completion of edging by the Contractor, no growth, sand or debris shall touch any of the structures designated to be edged. The Contractor from the areas designated for edging shall remove all sand and debris. The cost of this removal and disposal shall be included in the unit price bid for mowing.
Method of Operations. The edging of asphalt paved roadway edges that do not have curb will create a distinct void; approximately one-half (1/2) inch horizontally between the asphalt edge and the turf. String trimmers will not be used in edging. Edging also includes the removal of all sand and debris from the areas designated to be edged. Upon completion of edging by the Contractor, no growth, sand or debris will touch the asphalt roadway designated to be edged. The Contractor will remove all sand and debris from the areas designated for asphalt paved roadway edging. The cost of this removal and disposal will be included in the unit price bid for “Edging of asphalt paved roadways (feet)”.
Method of Operations. Upon completion of herbicide treatment by the Contractor, no growth will remain on any of the areas designated to be treated. The spray pattern for herbicide treatment will be six (6) inches, inside the right of way line. Approximately ten days after the application of herbicides, all vegetation will be removed and disposed of by the Contractor. All dead vegetation will be removed from all areas sprayed, including sidewalk expansion joints, curbs, gutters, concrete medians and inlet openings, etc. The cost of the removal and disposal of all plant growth will be included in the unit price bid for mowing.
Method of Operations. Upon completion of herbicide treatment by the Contractor, no growth shall remain on any of the areas designated to be treated. The spray pattern for fence lines and divider walls shall be twelve (12) inches inside the right-of way line/retention pond boundaries. Approximately ten (10) days after the application of herbicides, fences and divider walls shall be hand trimmed by the Contractor to remove all dead vegetation. All vegetation shall be removed and disposed of by the Contractor. Upon completion of the trimming, no unwanted vegetation will touch any part of the fences and divider walls. All dead vegetation shall be removed from all other areas sprayed, including sidewalk expansion joints, curbs, gutters, concrete medians and inlet openings, etc. The cost of the removal and disposal of all plant growth shall be included in the unit price bid for mowing.
Method of Operations. Mulching shall be placed to a depth of three (3) inches. Maintain mulch at 3 inches clear from all tree trunks. All mulch shall bePine Bark unless otherwise specified. Mulch shall be placed by hand in a loose consistency and shall not be matted or compacted. Mulch shall be placed in such a manner as to provide a neatly groomed appearance in accordance to industry standards.
Method of Operations. All replacements shall be trees and/or plants of the same species and size as originally planted unless otherwise authorized by the County’s Representative. Trees and/or plants shall be furnished and planted as specified with no additional cost to the County. Some of the trees and/or plants may be planted on projects that are located in areas that are not on the maintenance locations, such as other roadway projects. Trees and/or plants shall conform to the names given in “Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants”, published by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Names of varieties not included therein shall conform to a Florida No. 1 as to: (1) Health and vitality, (2) Condition of foliage, (3) Root system, (4) Freedom from pest or mechanical damage, (5) Heavily branched and densely foliated according to the accepted normal shape of the species. Substitutions will be permitted only upon submission of proof that any specified tree and/or plant is not obtainable or suitable for the location as specified and upon written authorization of the County.
Method of Operations. Mulching shall be placed to a depth of three (3) inches. Maintain mulch at 3 inches clear from all tree trunks. All mulch shall bePine Bark unless otherwise specified. Mulch shall be placed by hand in a loose consistency and shall not be matted or compacted. Mulch shall be placed in such a manner as to provide a neatly groomed appearance in accordance to industry standards. The cost of clearing circular paths around the bases of trees, the price for the landscape edging (including labor, material, and installation), and the price for mulching (including the cost of mulch, delivery to the site, and spreading in areas) shall be included in the unit price bid for maintenance of trees.
Method of Operations. Prune all trees to remove dead, broken, or infected branches, vines, Spanish xxxx, and dead or decaying stumps and all other undesirable growth. Perform cosmetic pruning, in addition to the above to enhance the appearance of specific trees. All specified trees shall be pruned back by the Contractor, from edges of roads, driveways, fences, and sidewalks to insure the safety of citizens and the protection of property. The contractor shall prune all specified trees to encourage a healthy natural growth pattern for each specific variety. All pruning shall accomplish toward developing the eventual and future branching structure. All pruning shall be done according to current accepted industry practices and standards, including any applicable F.D.O.T. standard. Pruning shall be accomplished to keep trees clear of all vehicular doors and windows. Any low hanging limbs or branches shall be pruned and removed by the contractor. Pruning shall also provide a neat and well-manicured appearance. Palms and Crape Myrtles will be pruned annually, in the month of February. Prune all palms to remove dead or substantially brown (badly damaged or deceased) fronds only. The contractor shall eliminate all bracing and tree supports as trees become self- supportive. Tree supports that must remain shall be kept in good repair and functioning at all times with trees fully protected.
Method of Operations. The contractor shall eliminate and dispose of all tree parts including roots. Area must be graded and sodded, as needed. The cost for grading and sodding (including labor, material, and installation) shall be included in the unit price bid for removal of dead or fallen trees. If at any time, the work is deemed unsatisfactory by the County’s Representative, the services will be performed again at no additional cost to the County.
Method of Operations. The contractor shall straighten all designated trees. The Contractor shall eliminate all bracing and tree supports as trees become self- supportive. Tree supports that must remain shall be kept in good repair and functioning at all times with trees fully protected. If at any time, the work is deemed unsatisfactory by the County’s Representative, the services will be performed again at no additional cost to the County.
