Specifications include, but are not limited to: WHEN TO BEGIN REMOVING SNOW a) Once snowfall accumulation reaches one-half (1/2) inch and continues during the hours listed. b) When requested by a Facilities Management Representative for special situations not covered in item 2 a. above, such as, but not limited to, a snow and ice accumulation of less than one-half (1/2) inch or drifting snow. c) If, in the County’s sole judgment, performance of plowing is inadequate, respond within one hour if called out to a facility. If contractor fails to report to the site within the specified time, Dakota County may elect to self-perform the contract duties in the absence of the contractor. This time will be billed at the current labor and equipment rates established by the County and will be deducted from the contractor’s invoice. 3) SNOW STACKING a) Stack snow in areas shown on the attached site maps. b) The foot print size of snow stacks shall be kept as small as is reasonably possible. 4) SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS a) Lebanon Hills Visitor Center: Snow removal and sanding service is required 7 days a week. Sanding and salting will be completed by the contractor prior to 7:00 AM and during the normal business day hours as needed, or as conditions warrant or by special request by the Facilities Grounds Maintenance Supervisor or designee. The access road is .6 miles long. b) Holland Lake, Jensen Lake, and West Trailheads: Snow removal and salting service is required 7 days a week. Sanding and salting will be completed by the contractor prior to 8:00 AM and during the normal business day hours as needed, or as conditions warrant or by special request by the Facilities Grounds Maintenance Supervisor or designee. Jensen Lake snow removal is to include all of Carriage Hills Drive which is .53 miles long. c) Camp Sacajawea Retreat Center: Snow removal and sanding service is required 7 days a week. Sanding and salting will be completed by the contractor prior to 7:00 AM and during the normal business day hours as needed, or as conditions warrant or by special request by the Facilities Grounds Maintenance Supervisor
