The Contractor must provide all necessary labour, equipment, materials and supplies required to perform a complete landscaping service.
A. SUMMER MAINTENANCE – for the period of April 1 to November 30
The following is a list of landscaping services required:
1. Grass cutting according to specifications.
2. Pruning and upkeep of shrubs and trees as required.
3. Planting, weeding and upkeep of flower beds as required.
All work will be performed on a weekly basis during the months of April to November (8 months) of each year.
B. WINTER MAINTENANCE – for the period of December 1 to March 31
Snow removal services are required for CARE facility for the period of the contract. The work includes, but is not limited to, ploughing, sanding, ice control, snow throwing, and shoveling. Some restrictions apply with respect to the use of vehicles and equipment powered by internal combustion engines due to the possibility of sample contamination from the exhaust.
CARE is an operational research facility that is manned every day of the year including holidays and it is imperative that the staff be able to gain access to the facility in order to carry out any research, monitoring, or other activities.
All work will be performed during the months of December to March (4 months) of each year.
