This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in North Charleston, South Carolina. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Clemson University seeks an experienced supplier to provide landscape services for the Clemson University Restoration Institute (CURI) in North Charleston, SC. The initial term of this agreement shall be one (1) year from the effective date as stated on the award document. At the end of the initial term, and at the end of each renewal term, this contract will automatically renew for a period of one year, unless contractor receives notice that Clemson University elects not to renew the contract at least thirty (30) days prior to the date of renewal. Renewals may be less than but will not exceed four (4) additional one (1) year period. The maximum expiration date for this contract will be no later than five (5) years from the initial start date as shown on the original statement of award. Scope of Work / Specifications: Clemson University is seeking a qualified contractor to perform landscape services at different areas of the CURI location that will include but not be limited to the following: 1. Prior to mowing, the Contractor shall ensure that the areas to be mowed are clean and free of all debris (paper, stones, bottles, tree limbs, etc.). Debris removal must be completed by the Contractor prior to beginning mowing. All debris must be disposed of properly by the Contractor. 2. Mow, string trim and edge the areas, in attachment A in the attachments tab, once per week (March through October) and once the second week in November through February. (To be accomplished on Thursdays or Fridays, weather permitting). 3. Remove weeds from the campus areas twice per month March through October and once November through February. Stray weeds and plant material in the hardscape areas should be removed. 4. Pine straw to be applied in March and October to all bed areas. Maintain irrigation bed systems as necessary. 5. Trim all ornamental planting on campus property annually in February as required to maintain well-groomed appearance and promote healthy growth. 6. Mowing equipment shall be operated at the optimum speed that produces clean cutting results. Care shall be taken to control dust while mowing. All mowers shall be equipped with skirt guards and mulching mowers. Mowing equipment shall be the optimum size to produce clean cutting results. Uneven cuts, scalping and varying heights of turf will be considered unsatisfactory. If deemed unsatisfactory, correction will be required via adjustment, maintenance, or replacement of equipment and training of staff. Mowing patterns shall be alternated to avoid creating ruts and compaction. All mowing equipment should be calibrated to mow at a uniform height. 7. If mowing causes excessive clippings, turf shall be swept, and clippings removed at no additional charge to CURI. 8. Mowing and edging will be performed the same day at each site. A line trimmer may be used to trim around obstacles within the turf. Care shall be taken to avoid damage to tree bark by the line trimmer. Adjoining sidewalks and pavement shall be left free of clippings and debris. Sweeping of the hardscape shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. All debris shall be removed from the work site at the end of the workday and disposed of properly by the Contractor. Kill rings around base of trees not to exceed 3" around the trunk of the tree. 9. Contractor will be responsible for scheduling mowing in accordance with irrigation schedules. When all or a portion of any area is not mowable due to excessive ground moisture, standing water, etc., Contractor shall notify CURI Building Manager of the delay in scheduling, and indicate the plan to reschedule the mowing. When large portions of any contract area are not mowable due to excessive ground moisture or standing water, CURI may deduct a reasonable pro-rated amount from the payment to the Contractor. 10. The Contractor shall provide and maintain, during the entire period of this contract, equipment sufficient in number, operational condition and capacity to efficiently perform the work and render the services required by this contract. 11. All vehicles must be maintained in good repair, appearance and sanitary condition at all times. Truck beds shall be tight and have enclosed sideboards capable of containing any refuse collected. Refuse, tree trimmings and similar material in truck beds shall be covered when traveling on streets. 12. The Contractor's vehicles shall be clearly marked with the company name and/or logo Question Deadline 09/19/2024 at 10:00 AM ET