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<br /> <br /> <br />City of Sunny Isles Beach | ITB 18-03-02 Parks and Recreational Facilities Landscape Maintenance Services 57 <br /> <br />and re-sodded as approved by the City’s Project Manager(s) to match the existing turf. The <br />Contractor must perform soil testing and sampling at the City’s Project Manager’s request, <br />which must be conducted by a college or university with a specialty in land management or <br />a commercial laboratory; such tests are the responsibility of the Contractor. <br /> <br />3.12.5 St. Augustine grass shall be mowed with a rotary mower for a minimum of (45) cuts per year <br />or more frequently as needed to maintain a well -manicured appearance at all times. The <br />cutting height shall be a maximum of 3 ½” to 4” above soil. <br /> <br />3.12.6 Bahia grass shall be mowed with a rotary mower for a total of (36) cuts per year or more <br />frequently as needed to maintain a well-manicured appearance at all times. The cutting <br />height shall be a maximum of 3 ½” to 4” above soil. <br /> <br />3.12.7 The mowing of wet grass shall be avoided when possible. Mower blades must be kept sharp <br />so that the cut grass edge is clean and not ragged. Mowing patterns shall be changed <br />frequently to avoid ruts or wear. Wind-row mowing patterns are not permitted. <br /> <br />3.12.8 The Government Center and School shall be mowed on Saturdays only. <br /> <br />3.12.9 Shallow tine slice aeration shall be performed at least twice per year to provide proper air <br />and water exchange for maximum growth potential an d health of St. Augustine turf in parks <br />only. Aeration shall result in a hole depth of 5 inches with average spacing of 16 holes per <br />square foot. In areas with noticeable compaction and wear, additional aeration will be <br />required at no additional cost. Coordinate dates for this work with the City. Contractor is to <br />check the depth of any wires, irrigation or utilities prior to application. <br /> <br />3.13 SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR BERMUDA TURF (NOT APPLICABLE AT THIS TIME) <br /> <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-round <br />healthy and vibrant turf, subject to City approval. Submit all soil analyses to City for review. <br /> <br />3.13.1 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 />3.13.2 FUNGUS & INSECT CONTROL