Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Contractor shall be responsible for executing snow removal operations as the following conditions develop: 1. Whenever two (2) inches or more of snow accumulation occurs or since the last plowing effort on sidewalks and pathways. De-icing of walks, ramps or pathways are required whenever icy conditions exist. Snow removal shall be required 7 days per week including holidays. A successful bidder may be required to prove available possession, by ownership title or lease agreement, the equipment the Owner deems necessary for proper removal of snow, before being awarded a contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for arranging supplemental service or labor in case of mechanical breakdown or illness. It shall be the Owner’s prerogative to reject a bid, if in the Owner’s opinion, the bidder does not satisfy the requirements of supplemental equipment and personnel. The Owner reserves the right to reject any bid, or terminate the contract, if in the Owner’s judgment, the equipment owned or leased by bidder is inadequate for satisfactory removal of snow by reason of condition, size, or amount. WORKMANSHIP Operators handling of snow removal equipment shall be experienced and exercise sound judgment in placing snow where it will not damage shrubbery or obstruct passageways, entrances, crosswalks, steps, etc. Operators shall not push snow from County property into City streets. Open areas such as parking lots shall be plowed neatly and smooth with a minimum of windrow drifts resulting from plowing passes.
