a. Scope of Work: The Scope of Work for CONVENTION CENTER LANDSCAPING INSTALLATION includes in general, all materials, supplies, equipment, and labor to complete project of demolition, construction, material acquisition, installations, repairs, and finishing work as shown on the plans and specifications. b. Worksite Safety: Contractor will take appropriate safety precautions at all times while performing work. Contractor is responsible for the security of the work site relative to interaction with pedestrian movements and interim access needs. c. Contractor: Contractor must be licensed in Ocean City, in addition to the State of Maryland with proof of insurance. d. Bonds: BID, Payment, and Performance Bond(s) are required. e. Project Permits and Approvals: The Town of Ocean City will obtain any necessary building permits and provide copies to the Successful Vendor. f. Construction Staging Area: Construction staging area to be coordinated with Successful Vendor and Town of Ocean City personnel prior to mobilization. g. Work Hours: Work hours will be between the hours of 7:00AM to 5:00PM, Monday – Friday. Extended hours require approval of Tom Perlozzo – (443) 235-2356 – Town of Ocean City, Tourism Department. h. Accessibility: The Contractor will make reasonable provisions to not impede patrons or employees. i. MBE/DBE and Prevailing Wage Requirements: Not required or applicable. j. Approved Equal: Product Specifications are noted on the Plans and Specifications. All requests for “Approved Equal” products must be submitted to the Town when submitting questions. If “Approved Equal” products shall be accepted by the Town, the Town will provide written notice via Addendum, identifying “Approved Equal” products. k. Property Damage: The Contractor shall be responsible for any damages or breakage as a result of the Contractor's performance. The Contractor shall be responsible for repair of any damage to Town property and restoration of any facility damage, beyond normal wear and tear, caused by the Contractor's activities. Repair and restoration shall be to the satisfaction of the Town. Any repair and/or restoration of these damages shall be performed at no cost to the Town. l. Contractor must coordinate with Town personnel to ensure that Work is completed as efficiently as possible within the guidelines of the project schedule. The Contractor will be required to participate in progress meetings with Town of Ocean City personnel. Progress meetings shall be conducted biweekly.