1.1 The Contractor and all personnel must be trained in industry-standard landscaping techniques and procedures, with knowledge of local area soil and climate requirements for all grass, shrubs, and plants; proper use of chemicals and insecticides; and proper procedures for cutting, trimming, watering and cultivating shrubs and trees. 1.2 Contractor must furnish all labor, equipment, supplies, tools and materials; as well as all personal protective equipment (PPE) (all PPE equipment, gloves, protective eye wear, masks, etc.) which must be Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliant to perform the landscaping services required below. General landscaping services will be mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, monitor sprinkler systems, debris control, and overall landscape care for the IDOC locations identified in Section 3. 1.3 Contractor must immediately advise the IDOC Training & Development Manager or designated staff if there are any issues or concerns. Contractor shall address problems including, but not limited to, damaged sprinkler heads and issues related to the sprinkler system, watering issues, insect infestation, damaged or destroyed shrubbery, any damage to the building, and any other facilities maintenance or repair concerns that arise. Contractor shall be responsible for replacing or repairing to original condition, at their expense, any furnishing damaged by the Contractor or any of the Contractors employees.
