Specifications include, but are not limited to: Lawncare Services for the EDGEFIELD, SC Campus of Piedmont Technical College. Services to include, maintenance of ALL grassed areas, as well as grassed areas around trees, ornamental shrubs, sidewalks, recreational areas, parking areas and other related grounds. From April 1st until November 30th of each year the service will be every week. From December 1st until March 31st of each year the service will be every other week. Total of 17 winter weeks and 35 summer weeks for the schedule. a) The Contractor shall mow and trim all grassed areas during growing and non-growing season. Mowing shall be done in straight lines as much as possible. Mowing must be done in a manner that does not leave tire marks or damage turf around trees. Grass clippings will not be allowed to accumulate at any time. Clippings will be bagged and/or “wind-rows” will be raked. One area of the lawn should be completed (including edging, trimming and blowing sidewalks, parking lots, etc.) before moving to another area. A neat, well-groomed appearance must be maintained throughout the year. b) All mowing equipment are required to have chutes or a method to prevent damage, injuries and not to direct debris toward pedestrians, vehicles, and maintained areas (bed, buildings, etc.) c) Extreme care must be taken to prevent damage to property (HVAC units, posts, columns, signs, lights, etc.) Any damages must be reported immediately to the Director of Facilities. d) Debris and paper must be removed before mowing begins. e) All lawn grasses shall be cut and maintained at 2” and not allowed to exceed 3½” in height (Exception: extended inclement weather periods). Special care will be taken when mowing, edging or weed eating in the presence of the public (faculty, staff, students or visitors). Mowing, edging or weed eating against or toward vehicles is prohibited. Equipment will not be used or moved in the breezeways located throughout Piedmont Technical College facilities. If damage is caused by the contractor’s equipment or laborers, the contractor will assume sole responsibility for all damages.
