Specifications include, but are not limited to: Snow removal service shall be performed based on the amount of accumulation at each building site. Snow removal and application of de-icing salt shall be performed when snow accumulation exceeds 1 inch. Application of treated de-icing salt shall be performed when there is less than 1-inch snow accumulation and during icy conditions. Snow fall totals will be based on total snow fall accumulation as given by the National Weather Service for the Huntington, WV, area on the date of the removal. The National Weather Service can be accessed via the following website: https://www.weather.gov. Vendor will respond to the site to perform the appropriate Contract Service, based upon accumulation amount. Then, upon completion, Vendor will text the GSD Grounds Manager to indicate the service provided (e.g., “Deicing under 1,” “Snow Removal 6”+,” etc.), and the date and time completed.). Agency will issue a unique Agency Delivery Order for each performance of Services, and email to the Vendor Designated Contact. Vendor must indicate correct Delivery Order on every invoice. Failure to notify the Grounds Manager by text may result in payment not being issued for work performed. Contractor shall remove snow to a location that does not block access to walkways, handicap ramps, handicap parking spaces, parking meters, fire hydrants, and utility or generator access points. Snow will be disposed of in accordance with all applicable state and local regulations, ordinances, and anti-pollution laws, including OSHA. Excess piles of snow may be requested to be removed during major snowfall events or prolonged periods of snow. This may involve physical removal of snow from the site. Vendor should provide an all-inclusive hourly rate bid to cover any such instances (see Pricing Page) Contractor shall be responsible for replacement and re-anchoring of any bumper block displacement caused by snow removal equipment. In the event of an evening/night snowfall, parking lots will be clear by 7:00 AM EST.
