Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. When there is an Accumulation of Two (2) Inches or More of Precipitation, or the contractor’s services are requested, the Contractor agrees to clear and sand designated areas without interruption. 2. The parking lot will be reasonably cleared not later than 6:00 am. 3. All gates to compound will be kept free of snow build up to allow ease of access. 4. The contractor may have to return to plow and sand multiple times, depending on the severity and duration of the storm. The contractor must shovel the entry and exit gate at the front of Camp Keyes to endure proper operation of the gates. 5. Treatment of roadways and parking areas will be done at the time of plowing, as needed. The Contractor will use a sand salt mixture that meets Maine Department of Transportation’s specs. https://www.maine.gov/mdot/contractors/publications/standardspec/ 6. Any time weather conditions create unsafe parking lot and road surfaces because of an accumulation of ice, such as melting and refreezing, and wind-caused drifts, Contractor shall initiate sanding/salting operations. 7. The Contractor agrees to contact the Program Administrator if for some reason the entire property cannot be completed within (6) hours after completion of the precipitation event. 8. Equipment Requirement: The Contractor will supply employees, equipment and supplies necessary to complete the services and comply with all federal, state, and local governmental laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances. Equipment must include a minimum of: 9. The contractor will supply enough equipment to include the following equipment, a 2 ½ yard loader with snow pusher. Two (2) trucks with plows and sanders, minimum to adequately Perform snow removal and treatment of areas in a reasonable time frame. Contract will also need shovels and hand sanding equipment. 10. This is the minimum established by the Department to adequately complete the clearing and or removal of precipitation and sanding in a timely matter.
