This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Piney Point Village, Texas. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The deadline to ask questions is 2/21/2025 9:00 AM CST Specifications Definitions/Description Of Services MANICURED MOWING: Turf areas mowed using mulching blade (or appropriate method based on turf) at a height of 2 - 3 inches. BED WEED CONTROL: Till soil at minimum 4 times annually (unless otherwise recommended). Treat all bed areas with a pre-emergent herbicide (min) 2 - 4 applications per year. Manually pull all weeds over 1 1/2" in height. Weeds smaller than 1 1/2 " in height can be sprayed with a post emergent herbicide. CLEAN-UP: All paved area within 4 feet of the landscaped areas, curbs, sidewalk/trails, driveways, and landscaped areas shall be cleaned from debris. The debris should be accumulated after the maintenance functions and removed from the site. Debris should not be moved onto other property, or into other public or private streets or storm sewers. DEBRIS: All cans, bottles, papers, plastic bags, limbs, grass clippings, leaves, shrub trimming, and items that detract from the cleanliness of the property are considered debris and must be picked up and removed from the site. This includes debris in drainage ditches in locations identified by City. EDGING: Edge, with a hard blade, all grassy areas bordering hard edges such as streets, curbs, sidewalks, tree wells, bed edge and other surfaces. FIRE ANT CONTROL: An initial treatment of a contact killing agent shall be applied to all areas (beds, turf, pathways, etc.) in spring. The treatment should have a life of 90 days or longer. Any fire ant mound areas that may result will be treated with an insecticide to control this problem. An additional treatment(s) will be expected if the fire ants are not under control and an additional mass treatment is recommended. GROUND COVER TRIMMING: Various ground cover is to be maintained at a height at 4 inches or below throughout the year. IRRIGATION SYSTEM INSPECTION: Test the irrigation system monthly and check for malfunctioning valves, broken lines, damaged heads, etc. Adjust heads for proper coverage, check the controller for proper operation, and set the stations for proper watering times. Report to the City any repairs needed and the cost to repair. Any part damaged due to contractor's equipment will be repaired at no charge to the City. Plantings damaged because of irrigation system conditions not being reported will be replaced at no charge to the City. MULCH: All bed areas and tree wells are to be mulched 2-4 times per year at a depth of 2 inches per applications. This should occur in early summer and late fall using organic shredded or native hardwood. All mulch will be raked smooth and even. Mulch must not be placed directly against buildings, plant crowns or tree bases. PERSONNEL AND EQUIPMENT MOBILIZATION: Transport crews to the job sites, load and unload equipment, and all other associated transportation requirements. PLANT WARRANTY: Turf, trees or shrubs that are damaged or killed due to contractor's operations, negligence or inadequate inspections, or misuse of chemicals shall be replaced at no expense to the City. If plant damage or death is caused by conditions beyond the contractor's control, replacement will be at City expense. A one-year warranty is expected on new plant material installed with the exception of seasonal plantings. DITCH MAINTENANCE: Maintain right-of-way ditch and/or grass areas to a height of 2 - 3 inches with the appropriate equipment. Ditch to be raked or blown with all leaves and debris to be picked up and material disposed. Any additional drainage maintenance, erosion repair, etc. should be reported to the City. SEASONAL PLANTINGS: Specific areas have been identified for seasonal planting. The contractor will recommend the timing and materials for seasonal plantings and must receive approval prior to installation by City. SEASONAL MAINTENANCE: This function will include bed weed control, insect/disease inspection, insect/disease control, irrigation monitoring, removal of spent blooms, and application of fertilizer as per regular inspection during schedule service. The contractor may recommend additional service recommended as needed for City review and approval. SEASONAL PLANT WARRANTY: Plantings should include a warranty for the season in which they are planted up to four (4) months. SHRUB FERTILIZATION: All shrub and ground cover beds shall be fertilized three (3) times a year. SHRUB TRIMMING: All free form shrubs (i.e., Junipers, Nandina, Coppertone Loquat) are to be selectively pruned using sharp pruning shears and loppers. All formal shrubs (i.e., Photinia, Yaupon Holly, Wax Ligustrum) are to be sheared using hedge trimmers. All plants are to be trimmed to grow dense, even, and delineated from each species. SITE INSPECTIONS: On a quarterly basis, an individual, separate from the crew, will perform site inspections. The inspections will entail walking the projects looking for insects and diseases on the trees, turf, and shrubs, vandalism, landscape improvements, irrigation, drainage or erosion problems, debris, and quality of work performed by the crew. A report to the City will be required after each inspection as to the current condition of the property and recommendation for improvements. SPRAY LINES: Use a post emergent herbicide to spray all vegetation growing through the expansion joints and cracks of all paved/surfaced areas within 4 feet of landscaped areas including curbs, streets, sidewalks, trails, etc. during the growing season. TREE TRIMMING: Remove all water sprouts, suckers, damaged, dead or diseased branches or limbs, and maintain a clear area at 8 feet and below. TURF FERTILIZATION: Apply fertilizer in a granular form at minimum twice a year as per application instructions. TURF INSECTICIDES: Insecticides should be used before insect populations create problems on turf. Broadcast application, as needed, over entire project as a preventative. GENERAL MAINTENANCE: Make recommendations to the City staff for preventative care and maintenance prior to (as practical) and during adverse weather conditions. There should be no negative interaction with surrounding plantings as a result of the application of fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides.