The Department of Veterans & Military Families is accepting quotes for “as needed” fertilization and weed control at Crownsville State Veterans Cemetery, located at 1122 Sunrise Beach Road, Crownsville, MD 21032. The awarded vendor shall provide fertilization, crabgrass, broadleaf weed, and preemergent weed control in accordance with the schedule as stated below, on approximately 61 acres of the Crownsville State Veteran Cemetery Grounds: Note: The Contractor cannot combine treatments. Each treatment must be separate and distinct, i.e., ( early fall treatment cannot be combined with late fall treatments). a) Fertilization and weed control: Fertilization and weed control provided by the Contractor will consist of the following: 1. In early spring (April 1st -April 15th), the Contractor shall apply slow-release fertilizer, broadleaf weed, and pre-emergent weed control with a crabgrass reducer which will feed the grassroots, promote turf density, and create a barrier against crabgrass. 2. In late spring (May 15th – June 15th), the Contractor shall apply slow-release fertilizer, broadleaf weed and pre-emergent weed control with a crabgrass reducer which will feed the grassroots, promote turf density, and create a barrier against crabgrass. 3. In early fall (September 1- October 1) the Contractor shall apply slow-release fertilizer which will promote strong root growth, promote turf density, and utilize an effective program to treat broadleaf weeds. 4. In late fall (October 1- November 1) the Contractor will apply a root enhancement fertilizer that will increase nutrient uptake, build a strong root structure, and prepare the lawn for Early spring.
