Common use of Turf Maintenance Clause in Contracts

Turf Maintenance. Overseeding 3.6.1 Turf areas designated for over-seeding will be indicated in the Frequency Schedule. Authority will provide specific dates and times for the over-seeding schedule based on the use of each facility. 3.6.2 Contractor shall begin lowering the height of the turf during the scheduled weekly mowing approximately three weeks before the final cut. One week before the final cut, Contractor will reduce irrigation to the minimum in the turf areas. Contractor shall mow turf to a height of one-half inch (1/2”) and mower blades shall not be allowed to disturb the soil. 3.6.3 All grass clippings generated from this process will be vacuumed, swept or raked after each cut. 3.6.4 A light irrigation syringe cycle will be applied before the final cut to keep the dust levels to a minimum (per Coachella Valley Association of Governments guidelines). 3.6.5 Actual dates for the final mowing will be determined by Authority. Mowing activities may vary due scheduled activities, condition of turf, and the actual mowing height needed to ensure seed-to-soil contact. Should Contractor fail to complete mowing or renovations during weekdays, Contractor shall adjust the schedule to work on Saturdays at no additional cost to Authority. Advance permission to perform work on Saturdays is required. 3.6.6 The Authority may supply grass seed. However, the Authority may request that Contractor supply Authority specified grass seed, and be reimbursed at the cost of material plus an allowable mark-up of fifteen percent (15%). The application rate for the seed shall be no less than ten (10) pounds per 1,000 square feet. The Contractor shall also spot seed and mulch as necessary, areas after germination to ensure a well-covered rye stand, at no additional labor cost as directed by the Authority. The Contractor is to verify and confirm quantity of seed bags with Authority personnel prior to installation and after seeding task is complete.