Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Yazoo County School District is soliciting written proposals for professional lawncare & grounds maintenance services at all campuses (Yazoo County School District Central Office, Yazoo County High School, Yazoo County Middle School, Bentonia Gibbs Elementary, & Linwood Elementary). All mowing, trimming, clean-up, plant & bed care, weeding, mulching, pruning and leaf/debris removal will be done at least 34 times each year (March-October on a 7-10 day cycle) and more often as needed to maintain a neat appearance. Mowing: all turf shall be mowed, edged and line trimmed around obstructions at least 34 times each year and more often as needed to maintain a neat appearance. During periods of excessive rain or drought, the mowing frequency may be allowed to change as to avoid turf damage. Trimming: string line trimming around trees, landscape beds and other obstacles in the turf shall be performed with each mowing. String line trimming around sidewalks and curbs shall be performed every other mowing and or as needed to maintain a sharp edge between the concrete areas and the turf. Damage to plant materials due to string line trimming shall be replaced by the contractor within 10 days. Clean-Up: removal of all trash prior to mowing each time. Grass clippings will be removed from all hard surfaces prior to departure each time employees are on the premises. All trash and debris is to be removed from the property before departure.