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<br />ITB 24-06-02 CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING SERVICES 56 <br /> <br />CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH <br />18070 Collins Ave. | Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 <br />305.792.1707 | sibfl.net | Purchasing@sibfl.net <br />times. During the growing season (May through the end of September), St. Augustine <br />grass shall be mowed once per week. The cutting height shall be a maximum of 3 ½” to <br />4” above soil. <br />3.14.6 Bahia grass shall be mowed with a rotary mower for a total of (36) cuts per year or <br />more frequently as needed to maintain a well-manicured appearance at all times. The <br />cutting height shall be a maximum of 4” to 4.5” above soil. <br />3.14.7 The mowing of wet grass shall be avoided when possible. Mower blades must be <br />kept sharp so that the cut grass edge is clean and not ragged. Mowing patterns shall be <br />changed frequently to avoid ruts or wear. Wind-row mowing patterns are not permitted. <br />3.14.8 The Government Center and School shall be mowed on Saturdays only. <br />3.14.9 Shallow tine slice aeration shall be performed at least twice per year to provide <br />proper air and water exchange for maximum growth potential and health of St. Augustine <br />turf in parks only. Aeration shall result in a hole depth of 5 inches with average spacing <br />of 16 holes per square foot. In areas with noticeable compaction and wear, additional <br />aeration will be required at no additional cost. Coordinate dates for this work with the <br />City. Contractor is to check the depth of any wires, irrigation or utilities prior to <br />application. <br />3.15 SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR BERMUDA TURF (NOT APPLICABLE AT THIS TIME) <br />Bermuda turf shall be vibrant, healthy, green, thatch free and nutrient rich at all times. Apply high <br />quality commercial fertilizer and soil amendments to maintain best horticultural practices and <br />standards for major and minor nutrients, and optimum soil pH levels year-round to ensure healthy <br />and vibrant Bermuda turf as defined by the City, at its sole discretion. Contractor shall complete a <br />minimum of (4) soil analyses per year to verify the major and minor element requirements as well <br />as pH levels, and adjust fertilizer application and soil amendments as needed to maintain year- <br />round healthy and vibrant turf, subject to City approval. Submit all soil analyses to City for review. <br /> <br />3.15.1 MOWING BERMUDA TURF <br />The mowing of Bermuda turf is not to exceed 1 ½” and not below 1” or as directed by City <br />with a reel type or rotary type with contour deck mower. Remove all clippings and thatch <br />after each cut. Cutting blades and bed-knife shall be washed down before and after each <br />use to prevent the spread of spores, weed seeds and other contaminants. Mow and edge <br />all Bermuda turf a minimum of two (2) times per week, including weekends (104 cuts per <br />year). Turf shall be cross-cut and direction shall be changed weekly. <br /> <br />3.15.2 FUNGUS & INSECT CONTROL <br />Insects and fungus in Bermuda turf shall be controlled by both curative and preventative <br />measures. Apply fungicide at the first symptoms of fungal presence in Bermuda turf. <br />Follow manufacturer’s instructions for application methods and amounts. Turf shall be <br />maintained to remain 100% fungus free year-round. <br />