Specifications include, but are not limited to: The purpose of this RFP is to solicit a Qualified Arborist and/or Landscaping Company or Companies to work closely with the TSU Grounds Department to provide customary landscaping, scheduled mowing, arborist and tree trimming services throughout the University Campus, as well as off-site properties; utilizing the appropriate methods that will enhance the campus natural beauty, natural lighting, shade, and organic aromas. The Contractor shall: a.) Provide Mowing, Arborist, Landscaping/Landscape Design, Grounds Maintenance and Tree Trimming services for the entire CAMPUS as requested – both in interior and exterior boundaries (North – Cleburne Street, South Blodgett, East Scott, and West Ennis Street); as well as any/all off-site properties owned and maintained by TSU; b.) Provide Arborist, Landscaping, Mowing and Tree Trimming services in a project phase approach; c.) All trees will be trimmed following these priorities; a. Limbs touching or overhanging buildings; b. Damaged or dead limbs; c. Limbs obstructing walkways, driveways, and parking areas; d. All other areas maintained by the TSU Building and Grounds Department; d.) Prepare the areas for tree trimming, pruning, installation, and removal, stump grinding; e.) The contract may include the application of pesticides, including insecticide and fungicide, however, must be approved by TSU personnel. f.) Heavy equipment such as bucket trucks must be pre-approved by the Building and Grounds Department before any equipment is brought onto TSU premises; g.) Protect the surrounding area which will be included in all services; h.) Provide all supervision, labor, materials, and equipment necessary to accomplish the services requested by TSU; i.) All service workers on TSU property will be given identification badges approved by TSU.