HomeMy WebLinkAboutBID - 5924 SMALL LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATIONCITY OF FORT COLLINS
INVITATION TO BID
BID 5924
Small Landscape & Irrigation Annual
BID OPENING: July 7, 2005, 3:00pm (our clock)
Sealed bids will be received and publicly opened at the office of the Director of Purchasing and Risk
Management, PO Box 580, 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80522, at the
time and date noted on the bid proposal and/or contract documents. If delivered, they are to be sent
to 215 North Mason Street, 2nd Floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. If mailed, the address is P.O.
Box 580, Fort Collins, 80522-0580.
Bids must be received at the Purchasing Office prior to 3:00 p.m. (our clock), July 7, 2005.
A copy of the Bid may be obtained as follows:
1. Download the Bid from the Purchasing Webpage, Current Bids page, at:
https://secure2.fcqov.com/bso/login.'sp.
2. Come by Purchasing at 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, and request a
copy of the Bid.
Special Instructions
All bids must be properly signed by an authorized representative of the company with the legal
capacity to bind the company to the agreement. Bids may be withdrawn up to the date and hour set
for closing. Once bids have been accepted by the City and closing has occurred, failure to enter into
contract or honor the purchase order will be cause for removal of supplier's name from the City of
Fort Collins' bidders list for a period of twelve months from the date of the opening. The City may
also pursue any remedies available at law or in equity. Bid prices must be held firm for a period of
forty-five (45) days after bid openings.
Submission of a bid is deemed as acceptance of all terms, conditions and specifications contained
in the City's specifications initially provided to the bidder. Any proposed modification must be
accepted in writing by the City prior to award of the bid.
Only bids properly received by the Purchasing Office will be accepted. All bids should be clearly
identified by the bid number and bid name contained in the bid proposal.
No proposal will be accepted from, or any purchase order awarded, to any person, firm or
corporation in default on any obligation to the City.
Bids must be furnished exclusive of any federal excise tax, wherever applicable.
Bidders must be properly licensed and secure necessary permits wherever applicable.
Bidders not responding to this bid will be removed from our automated vendor listing for the subject
commodities.
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and must adhere to the design objectives, spacing, location, and other
requirements of the City Forestry Standards and Specifications.
6.2. Specific Standards.
6.2.1. Existing healthy street trees shall be preserved wherever possible. If a tree is
removed, mitigation trees shall be provided of at least equal value as that of
the removed tree.
6.2.2. New street trees that are part of a new development project shall be at least
two (2) inch caliper on arterial and collector streets and one and a quarter
(1.25) inch caliper on residential local streets. There is not a minimum tree
size requirement for infill plantings.
6.2.3. Except in residential areas, automatic irrigation shall be provided to all trees,
shrubs, and turf per City standards.
6.2.4.A continuous gentle two percent (2%) slope from curb to sidewalk shall be
used to achieve a carpet of turf within the parkway.
6.3. Size, Type, and Distribution of Tree Species.
6.3.1. Public tree planting can be by the balled and burlapped, tree spade, or
container method. Bare root plantings are not permitted without written
permission of the City Forester.
6.3.2. No single species shall make up more than 15% of the total City tree
population. The following requirements are for tree species at any one
site:
Number of Trees at
Site
Maximum % of any 1 Species at
Site
10 to 19
50
20 to 39
33
40 to 59
25
60 or more
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6.3.3. The plant palette in the appendix of this document constitutes the official tree
species for Fort Collins. No species other than those included in this list shall
be planted as street trees without written permission of the City Forester. City
does reserve the right to select trees not on the bid list.
6.4. Soil Preparation Requirements.
6.4.1.AII utilities shall be located prior to trenching and shall be protected from
damage. Locate all utilities and protect from damage. Required calls shall
include, but are not limited to the following:
City Parks Division, for Irrigation, pipe, and wire locates................221-6660
Utility Locates...................................................................... 1-800-922-1987
For:
City of Fort Collins Utilities (Light & Power, Stormwater, Wastewater, &
Water)
Public Service
US West Communication
AT&T Cable Services
6.5. Placement of Trees in Parkway.
6.5.1. At the intersection of roadways or vehicular access points, no plant material
with a mature height greater than two and a half (2.5) feet shall be planted
within a sight triangle measuring 30 feet along the boundary of each of the
intersecting roadways, measured from the point of intersecting curblines,
except where engineering standards indicate otherwise.
6.5.2. No tree planting is permitted where the distance between a curb and a
detached sidewalk is less than four (4) feet.
6.5.3.Trees must be planted in the center of the planting strip measured from the
front of the sidewalk and back of the curb.
6.5.4. Where the sidewalk is attached to the curb as a continuous element (such as
near turn lanes), the street tree planting must be at least three (3) feet and no
more than seven (7) feet in back of the walk. The tree must be located on the
public
right-of-way.
6.5.5. No street tree shall be planted closer to the street than two and a half (2.5)
feet from the face of the curb.
6.5.6. Residential streets, which may use the option of rollover rather than vertical
curbs, must center the tree within the landscaping area of the parkway rather
than from the flowline to the edge of the sidewalk.
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6.5.7. Larger maturing trees should be placed 40 feet apart and smaller maturing
trees (such as in the Variety/Combination style) may be placed 20 feet apart.
The City Forester may require wider spacings if it is necessary for
development of the tree or for safe use of the street or sidewalk. When space
is limited or to achieve certain design effect, closer spacings may be
considered.
6.5.8. No tree shall be planted closer than eight (8) feet from any driveway or alley
nor shall a tree be planted in such a manner than its eventual growth cannot
be reasonably controlled so as to avert interference with or obstruction to any
improvements installed for public benefit.
6.5.9.Tree plantings made in a sidewalk must have a minimum of 16 square feet
cutout area.
6.6. Tree inspection and Warranty
City Forestry department must inspect trees prior to planting and must
accept the trees after planting. Contractor must schedule this with the
Forestry Department. The warranty for all trees is for two full growing
seasons after planting acceptance.
Section 7. Irrigation Standards.
7.1. General.
7.1.1.Irrigation design shall be done by a certified irrigation designer or someone
approved by the City Parks Division.
7.1.2.Irrigation system design and installation shall be monitored, inspected, and
approved by the City Parks Division. Irrigation systems shall be installed and
maintained so that no heads spray onto any streets in such a way that they
spray passing motorists or pedestrians. Heads should be adjusted wherever
possible so that they do not overspray sidewalks.
7.1.3. The irrigation system must comply with the Uniform Plumbing Code and with
the City of Fort Collins Electrical Code.
7.1.4. Any deviation in taps from the approved construction plans must be approved
by City of Fort Collins Utilities prior to installation. Any water service line shall
be coordinated with City of Fort Collins Utilities, 221-6700.
7.1.5.Any deviation in layout of the irrigation system from the approved construction
plans must be reviewed and approved by the City Parks Division prior to
installation.
7.1.6. The irrigation system must be designed to provide full coverage and matched
precipitation rates. Lateral piping shall be sized based on flow demands
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(gpm's); velocities shall not exceed five and a half (5.5) feet per second.
Principles of xeriscape shall be utilized in the design of the irrigation system.
Some design considerations will include: shrub and perennial beds are to be
zoned separately from turf areas; sloped areas to have separate zoning for
heads at the higher elevations from those at the lower elevation and areas
with different exposures are to be zoned separately. Check valves -in -head
are to be used for all areas adjacent to walkways and at the bottom of berms
and pond areas.
7.2. Materials.
7.2.1. Contractor is responsible for supplying saddle for the PVC or AC pipe.
7.2.2. Backflow device and water meter per the City of Fort Collins standards and
the flow meter to be Data Industrial.
7.2.3. Copper is to be type K rigid conforming to ASTM Standard B88.
7.2.4. Mainline. Class 200 PVC, NSF approved. If three (3) inches or larger use
ringtite pipe.
7.2.5. Laterals.
7.2.5.a.Two (2) inches or larger: Class 200 PVC, NSF approved.
7.2.5.b.One and a half (1.5) inches or one (1) inch: Class 200 PVC, NSF
approved.
7.2.5.c.No laterals smaller than one (1) inch.
7.2.5.d.Trickle tubing shall be weather and UV resistant material.
7.2.5.e.Polyethylene Drip Pipe: NSF approved, SDR pressure rated pipe,
only as approved for drip applications.
7.2.6. Pipe Fittings.
7.2.6.a.Funny pipe (pop-up heads only): to be compatible to the elbows
needed for the sprinkler heads.
7.2.6.b.Lateral fittings: Schedule 40, Type 1, PVC solvent weld with ASTM
Standards D2466 and D1784.
7.2.6.c.Copper or cast bronze fittings, soldered or threaded per
installation details for all copper pipe.
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7.2.7. Mainline fittings. Ductile iron for three (3) inches and larger, PVC
Schedule 80 for two and a half (2.5) inches and under.
7.2.8. Sleeving. Ductile iron pipe or PVC under all paved surfaces.
7.2.8.a.Sizes to be a minimum of two sizes larger than the pipe being
sleeved. Minimum two (2) inches in diameter, or larger where
appropriate, for irrigation lines.
7.2.8.b.Wires to be in separate sleeve from pipe, two (2) inch minimum size
pipe for control wire sleeves.
7.2.8.c.Shall have marker tape on upper side and both ends for future
locates.
7.2.9. Valves.
7.2.9.a.Remote Control Zone Valves: Electrically operated, appropriate for
the water supply, with manual bleed device and flow control stem.
Shall have a slow -opening and slow -closing action for protection
against surge pressure. Brand and model to be Rainbird PE Series
Remote Control Valves, scrubber option with self cleaning screen
unless City specifies other brand and model.
7.2.9.b.Isolation Gate Valves: Kennedy 1571X or Matco #100M, able to
withstand a continuous operating pressure of 150 psi. Clear
waterway equal to full diameter of pipe. Shall be opened by turning
square nut to the left (wheel opening is unacceptable).
7.2.9.c.Manual Drain Valve: Three-quarter (0.75) inch ball valve with tee
handle. Watts, #B-6000, or approved equal.
7.2.9.d.Quick Couple Valves: One (1) inch brass, Rainbird #5RC units with
rubber cover. Supply one (1) inch brass key for Rainbird 55K.
7.2.10 Valve Boxes. House valves in valve box with matching locking cover:
Carson, Ametek or approved equal. Only one (1) valve per box. Install
in box sizes as specified.
7.2.11. Control System.
7.2.11.a.Controller: Irritrol MC Plus Series controller or approved equal.
Number of stations shall include two (2) extra stations for possible
future use. Controller box shall be weather tight and vandal
resistant with locking exterior disconnect. One (1) Eicon pigtail for
each 12 stations.
7.2.11.b.Control System Enclosure: Hoffman Model A242408LP with A-
24P24 steel panel, Model A-FK1208 floor stand kit and AL-2BR
lock kit, or approved equal.
7.2.11.c.Surge Protection: Eight (8) foot copper grounding rod, #4 solid
copperwire, grounding buss receptacle, ground terminal strip and
Irritrol SPD-587 surge protector per details.
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7.2.12. Electric Control Wiring: #14 solid copper direct burial OF or PE cable, UL
approved, or larger, per system design and manufacturer's
recommendations.
7.2.12.a.Five (5) wires with consistent color scheme throughout:
Red = live; White = ground; Black, Blue and Green = extra
7.2.12.b. Snaptite connecters and water -proofing sealant to be used to join
control wires to remote control valves.
7.2.12.c.All sprinkler heads shall be of the same manufacturer as specified
on the plans, marked with the manufacturer's name and model in
such a way that materials can be identified without removal from the
system. City will specify brands and models to match other
equipment in use in public systems in the vicinity. Gear driven rotor
heads are to be Hunter or approved equal. Pop-up spray heads are
to be Hunter, Rainbird, or approved equal.
7.3. Inspection.
7.3.1. Locate all utilities prior to trenching and protect from damage. Required calls
shall include, but are not limited to the following: City Parks Division, 221-6660,
for locates and 1-800-922-1987 for utility locates within the City of Fort Collins.
Contact other utilities as required.
7.3.2. Inspect tap or other existing irrigation system, as applicable, prior to work.
7.4. Execution.
7.4.1. Water Service Connections (Taps): 48 hours prior to connection,
contact the City of Fort Collins Utilities (Water), at 221-6700 to schedule
the work for water taps and inspections. Minimum two (2) weeks prior
notice is to be given to the Water Meter Shop, 221-6759, for installations
which will require meters and / or backflow devices larger than two (2) inches.
7.4.1.a.Contractor is responsible for excavation, connection to corporation stop
at the water main, providing the saddle for the PVC or A.C. pipe, making
the connection to the existing water service, backfill and compaction,
and pavement / shoulder / surface treatment replacement as needed.
Soldered joints or fittings are permissible above grade or inside a vault.
No solder, sealants, fluxes, pipe dope, and other materials shall contain
any lead. All taps and installations are subject to approval and
inspection by the City of Fort Collins Utilities (Water). Install meter as
specified in precast vault. Inspection of service line (where
appropriate), vault, water meter and backflow is to be coordinated with
the City of Fort Collins Utilities (Water).
7.4.1.b.install winterization assembly downstream of meter vault on copper a
minimum of six (6) feet away from the outside of the meter vault on
the copper pipe.
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7.4.1.c.Copper pipe to be soldered so that a continuous bead shows around
the joint circumference. Insert a dielectric union wherever a copper -
based metal (copper, brass, bronze) and an iron -based metal (iron,
galvanized steel, stainless steel) are joined.
7.4.2. Pipe trenching.
7.4.2.a. Install pipe in open cut trenches of sufficient width to facilitate
thorough tamping / puddling of suitable backfill material under and
over pipe.
7.4.2.b. Trench depths:
• Mainline — Minimum of 24 inches deep from top of pipe to finished
grade.
• Lateral — Minimum of 16 inches deep from top of pipe to finished
grade.
• Sleeves — Install sleeving at a depth which permits the encased
pipe or wiring to remain at the specified burial depth.
7.4.3. Sleeving. Boring shall not be permitted unless obstruction in pipe path
cannot be moved, or pipe cannot be re-routed.
7.4.3.a. Mainline installed in existing sleeves at greater depth than
adjacent pipe, shall have a manual drain valve at each end if the
sleeve is longer than 20 feet, or at one end if the sleeve is less
than 20 feet.
7.4.3.b. Install sleeve so ends extend past edge of curb, gutter, sidewalk,
bikepath or other obstruction, a minimum of two (2) feet.
7.4.3.c. Mark all sleeves with an 'Y' chiseled in walk (or other surface)
directly over sleeve location.
7.4.3.d. Shall be laid to drain at minimum grade of five (5) inches per 100
feet.
7.4.3.e. Shall be bedded in two (2) inches of fill sand and covered by six
(6) inches of fill sand.
7.4.3.f. Sleeves installed for future use shall be capped at both ends.
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7.4.3.g. Separate sleeve (two (2) inch minimum size) shall be used for all
wiring.
7.4.3.h.
Sleeving shall not have joints unless necessary due to length of
sleeving run. If joints are necessary, only solvent welded joints
are allowed.
7.4.3.i.
Compaction of backfill for sleeves shall be 95% of Standard
Proctor Density, ASTM D698-78. Use of water (puddling)
around sleeves for compaction, will not be allowed.
7.4.4. Pipe Installation.
7.4.4.a.
Use Teflon tape on all threaded joints; only Schedule 80 pipe
may be threaded.
7.4.4.b.
Reducing pipe size shall be with reducing insert couplings, at
least six (6) inches beyond last tee of the larger pipe.
7.4.4.c.
Snake PVC lateral pipe from side to side within trench.
7.4.4.d.
Cut pipe ends square and deburr. Clean pipe ends before using
primer and solvent cement. Join in manner recommended by
manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices.
Cure for 30 minutes before handling and 24 hours before
allowing water in pipe.
7.4.4.e.
Backfill shall be free from rubbish, stones larger than two (2) inch
diameter, frozen material and vegetative matter. Do not backfill
in freezing weather. If backfill material is rocky, the pipe shall be
bedded in two (2) inches of fill sand covered by six (6) inches of
fill sand.
7.4.4.f.
After puddling or tamping, leave all trenches slightly mounded to
allow for settling.
7.4.4.g.
Compact to proper densities depending on whether surface area
over the line will be paved or landscaped.
7.4.5. Thrust blocks.
7.4.5.a. Shall be installed where PVC mainline two and a half (2.5) inches
or larger changes direction over 20 degrees.
7.4.5.b. Minimum of one (1) cubic foot of concrete.
7.4.5.c. Keep pipe joint clean of concrete. Do not encase.
7.4.5.d. Place wiring away from thrust block to avoid contact with
concrete.
7.4.6. Valve Installation. Install at least 12 inches from and align with adjacent
walls or paved edges.
7.4.6.a. Automatic Remote Valves: Install in such a way that valves are
accessible for repairs. Make electrical connection to allow pigtail
so solenoid can be removed from valve with 24 inches (minimum)
slack to allow ends to be pulled 12 inches above ground.
• Flush completely before installing valve. Thoroughly flush piping
system under full head of water for three (3) minutes through
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furthest valve, before installing heads.
• Valve assembly to include ball valve and union per detail for ease
of maintenance and repair.
• Install in valve box per details.
7.4.6.b. Quick Couple Valve. Install in ten (10) inch round locking valve
box. Flush completely before installing valve. Thoroughly flush
piping system under full head of water for three (3) minutes
through furthest valve.
7.4.6.c. Isolation Gate Valves. Install in valve box.
7.4.6.d. Valve Boxes.
• Brand all valve boxes with the following codes: "SV" and the
controller valve number per As -built plans for all remote control
valves; "DV" for all drain valves; "GV" for all isolation valves;
"DRGV" for all drip system isolation valves; "QC for all quick
coupling valves; "WK for all winterization assemblies; "FM" for all
flow meter assemblies; and "MV" for all master valve assemblies.
Use a branding iron stamp with three (3) inch high letters.
• Valve box shall NOT rest on mainline, use brick or other non -
compressible material per detail. Top of valve box to be flush with
finish grade.
• Install valves in box with adequate space to access valves with
ease. Valves shall not be too deep to be inaccessible for repairs.
A three (3) inch depth of three-quarter (0.75) inch washed gravel
to be placed in the bottom of each valve box with enough space to
fully turn valve for removal (see detail).
7.4.7. Head Installation.
7.4.7.a. Set heads plumb and level with finish grade. In sloped area,
heads to be tilted as necessary to provide full radius spray
pattern.
7.4.7.b. Flush lateral lines before installing heads. Thoroughly flush
piping system under full head of water for three (3) minutes
through furthest head, before installing heads. Cap risers if delay
of head installation occurs.
7.4.7.c. Pop-up heads along walks and bikeways: bed heads in a six (6)
inch layer of sand under the base of the head.
7.4.7.d. Nozzles: Supply appropriate nozzle for best performance.
7.4.7.e. Adjustment: Adjust nozzles and radius of throw to minimize
overspray onto hard surfaces.
7.4.8. Electrical Connections. New connections to be approved through City of
Fort Collins Utilities (Light & Power), call 221-6700 to obtain power
information and request connection. Actual connection to transformer or
other power source to be done by City of Fort Collins Utilities (Light &
Power). Work to be coordinated and scheduled with them by calling 221-
6700. All work other than actual connection, including access to the
transformer box where applicable, to be supplied by the contractor. All
materials to be provided by the contractor. When working near any City
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Electric facility, prior coordination and approval is required.
7.4.9. Controller Installation.
7.4.9.a. To be installed in an above ground location suitable to prevent
vandalism and provide protection from adverse weather
conditions, and per City direction. All exposed wiring to and from
the controller shall be encased in galvanized metal conduit.
Exterior controllers to be installed on a six (6) inch thick concrete
pad.
7.4.9.b. Install Controller per City direction and in accordance with
manufacturers specifications. Install surge protection, grounding
rods and other accessory components as specified.
7.4.9.c. Attach wire markers to the ends of control wires inside the
controller unit. Label wires with the identification number of the
remote control valve activated by the wire.
7.4.10 Wiring.
7.4.10.a. Comply with City of Fort Collins Electrical Code.
7.4.10.1b. Power source brought to controller to a ground fault receptacle
installed within controller casing.
7.4.10.c. String control wires as close as possible to mainline, consistently
along and slightly below one side of the pipe.
7.4.10.d. Leave minimum loop of 24 inches at each valve and controller
and at each splice, at the ends of each sleeve, at 100 foot
intervals along continuous runs of wiring, and change of direction
of 90 degrees or more. Band wires together at ten (10) foot
intervals with pipe wrapping tape.
7.4.10.e. Install common ground wire and one control wire for each remote
control valve. Multiple valves on a single control wire are not
permitted. Install three (3) extra wires, as specified, to the
furthest valve on the system and / or each branch of the system.
7.5. Testing. All tests to be run in the presence of staff from the City Parks Division.
Schedule all tests a minimum of 48 hours in advance. Repeat any failed tests until
full acceptance is obtained. Operational Test: Activate each remote control valve
from the controller in the presence of staff from the City Parks Division. Replace,
adjust or move heads and nozzles as needed to obtain acceptable performance of
system as directed by that staff member. Replace defective valves, wiring or other
appurtenances to correct operational deficiencies.
7.6. Completion Services.
7.6.1. When project construction is complete, request a punchlist inspection for
Construction Acceptance from the City Parks Division.
7.6.1.a. Demonstrate system to staff from the City Parks Division.
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The City may elect where applicable, to award bids on an individual item/group basis or on a total
bid basis, whichever is most beneficial to the City. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any
and all bids, and to waive any irregularities or informalities.
Sales prohibited/conflict of interest: no officer, employee, or member of City Council, shall have a
financial interest in the sale to the City of any real or personal property, equipment, material,
supplies or services where such officer or employee exercises directly or indirectly any decision -
making authority concerning such sale or any supervisory authorityover the services to be rendered.
This rule also applies to subcontracts with the City. Soliciting or accepting any gift, gratuity, favor,
entertainment, kickback or any items of monetary value from any person who has or is seeking to do
business with the City of Fort Collins is prohibited.
Freight terms: unless otherwise noted, all freight is F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid. All freight
charges must be included in prices submitted on proposal.
Discounts: any discounts allowed for prompt payment, etc., must be reflected in bid figures and not
entered as separate pricing on the proposal form.
Purchasing restrictions: your authorized signature of this bid assures your firm's compliance with
the City's purchasing restrictions. A copy of the resolutions is available for review in the Purchasing
Office or the City Clerk's Office. Request Resolution 91-121 for cement restrictions.
Collusive or sham bids: any bid deemed to be collusive or a sham bid will be rejected and reported
to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this bid assures that such bid is genuine and is
not a collusive or sham bid.
Bid results: for information regarding results for individual bids send a self-addressed, self -stamped
envelope and a bid tally will be mailed to you. Bid results will be posted in our office 7 days after the
bid opening.
James B. O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP
Director of Purchasing and Risk Management
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7.6.1.b. Provide staff from the City Parks Division with ordering
information including model numbers, size and style for all
components.
7.6.1.c. Provide two (2) sets of As -built drawings per below, showing
system as installed with each sheet clearly marked "As -built
Drawings", the name of the project and all information clearly
provided.
• One set of reproducible mylars, no larger than 24" x 36".
• One set of all sheets reduced to 11" x 17", with each station color
coded, and each sheet plastic laminated.
7.6.1.d. Clean Up. Remove all excess materials, tools, rubbish and
debris from site.
7.6.2. Once Construction Acceptance is obtained, begin warranty and
maintenance period by contractor. Maintain irrigation system in optimal
working condition for duration of period between Construction Acceptance
and Final Acceptance. Make periodic adjustments to system to achieve
most desirable application of water.
7.6.3. Request Final Acceptance inspection from the City Parks Division at least
30 days before the end of the one year maintenance period. Provide the
City Parks Division with operating keys, servicing tools, test equipment,
warranties / guarantees, maintenance manuals, and contractor's affidavit of
release of liens. Submittal of all these items must be accompanied by a
transmittal letter and delivered to the City Parks Division offices, delivery at
the project site is not acceptable.
7.7. Guarantee/ Warranty and Replacement. For the period following Construction
Acceptance notice by City of Fort Collins, and prior to Final Acceptance, all irrigation
materials, equipment, workmanship and other appurtenances are to be guaranteed /
warranted against defects. Settling of trenches or other depressions, damages to
structures or landscaping caused by settling and other defects to be corrected by the
contractor at no cost to the City of Fort Collins. Make repairs within seven (7) days of
notification by the City Parks Division. Guarantee / Warranty applies to all originally
installed materials and equipment, and to replacements made during the guarantee /
warranty period.
Section 8. Turf Seeding Standards.
8.1. General.
8.1.1. Seed Mix. Shall be approved by the City Parks Division based on the
activity to take place, planned irrigation method and maintenance to be
performed in the area being seeded. In all cases, a drought tolerant seed
mix shall be used that does not contain more than five percent (5%)
bluegrass.
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8.1.1.a. Pre -approved Dryland Mix (for temporary or permanent
unmowed and non -irrigated areas):
50% Lincoln Smooth Brome
20% Perennial Ryegrass
10% Sideoats Grama
9% Blue Grama
5% Buffalograss (treated)
5% Little Bluestem
1 % Sand Dropseed
8.1.1.b. Pre -approved Irrigated Seed Mix (for mowed applications):
90% Eldorado, Silverado and Monarch Turf type Tall Fescue
10% Bluegrass mix (drought tolerant blends)
8.1.2. Seeded Areas. Seeding is allowed in Parkways where approved by City,
on side slopes of detention ponds to be maintained by the City, and in some
temporary dryland applications. No seeding is allowed in medians. All
proposed seeded areas are to be specifically approved by the City Parks
Division.
8.2. Submittals. Certificates showing State, Federal or other inspection showing source
and origin.
8.3. Materials.
8.3.1. Seed. Shall be of fresh, clean, new crop seed composed of the varieties
approved by the City with tested minimum percentages of purity and
germination clearly labeled on the package. All seed shall be free of Poa
annua and all noxious objectionable weeds with a maximum crop of .10%
and maximum weeds of. 10% weeds.
8.3.2. Mulch.
8.3.2.a.For slopes 30% and less: Native grass straw without weed seed
and consisting of grasses as specified for seeded application.
8.3.2.b.For slopes 30% and greater, and inaccessible areas: Hydromulch
using Weyerhauser "Silva -Fiber" mulch or approved equal. The
wood cellulose fiber for hydraulic mulching shall not contain any
substance or factor which might inhibit germination or growth of
grass seed. It shall be dyed a green color to allow metering of its
application.
8.3.2.c.Tackafier use Teratack lll, or approved equal.
8.3.3. Netting. For slopes greater than 30%, use Soil Saver jute netting, or
approved equal. Netting to be stapled with No. 11 gauge steel wire forged
into a six (6) inch long U-shape, and painted for visibility in mowed areas.
8.3.4. Fertilizer. Use a fertilizer with a formula of 18-46-0 on all areas to be
seeded.
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8.3.5. Inspection. Inspect finish grade and trim where needed to obtain finish
grades of one (1) inch below adjacent pavements. Verify positive drainage
away from all structures. Verify or complete removal of rock and debris
larger than one (1) inch from all areas to be seeded.
8.4. Execution.
8.4.1. Fertilizer. Apply eight (8) pounds per 1,000 square foot of seeded area and
rake lightly into top one -eighth (0.12) inch of soil just prior to seeding
operation.
8.4.2 Seeding.
8.4.2.a.Do not sow seed in windy weather or when ground is frozen or
otherwise untillable.
8.4.2.b.Use brillion type drill or hydraulic seeding methods. Drill
seed in manner such that after surface is raked and rolled,
seed has one -quarter (0.25) inch of cover.
8.4.2.c.Hydraulic seeding will be used in areas that are not accessible for
machine methods. Hydraulic pump capable of being operated at
100 gallons per minute and at 100 pounds per square inch pressure
to be used. The equipment shall have an acceptable pressure
gauge and a nozzle adaptable to hydraulic seeding requirements.
Storage tanks shall have a means of agitation and a means of
estimating the volume used or remaining in the tank. Do not seed
and mulch in the same operation.
8.4.2.d.Rates:
• Dryland Mix — 12 pounds pure live seed per acre.
• Irrigated Mix — 12 pounds pure live seed per acre.
8.4.3. Mulching.
8.4.3.a. Native Grass Mulch: Apply at a rate of two (2) tons per
acre. Mulch seed beds within 24 hours after seeding.
8.4.3.b. Hydromulching: Wood cellulose fibers must become evenly
dispersed when agitated in water. When sprayed uniformly on the
soil surface, the fibers shall form a blotter like ground cover which
readily absorbs water and allows infiltration to the underlying soil.
Cellulose fiber mulch shall be added with the proportionate
quantities of water and other approved materials in the slurry tank.
All ingredients shall be mixed to form a homogenous slurry. Using
the color of the mulch as a metering agent, spray apply the slurry
mixture uniformly over the seeded area. Apply with tackafier used
at a rate of 120 pounds per acre. Unless otherwise ordered for
specific areas, fiber mulch shall be applied at the rate of 2,000
pounds per acre. Hydraulic mulching shall not be performed in the
presence of free surface water resulting from rains, melting snow or
other causes.
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8.4.4. Netting. Net areas over 30% slope. If contractor fails to net and
subsequent soil erosion occurs, contractor shall re-establish finish grade,
soil preparation, seed bed and apply netting at no cost to the City of Fort
Collins.
8.4.5. Watering. Immediately after seeding and mulching, water seeded area
slightly to a depth of two (2) inches, but with care so that no erosion takes
place and no gullies are formed. Water lightly two (2) times per day and
keep seeded area moist until turf is established. Sloped areas should be
hand watered until turf is established to prevent erosion; water these areas
more often but for shorter periods of time.
8.4.6. Clean Up. Remove all hydromulch and other mulch materials from all plant
materials, fences, concrete and other areas except for seed bed.
8.4.7. Protection. Provide and install barriers as required to protect seeded
areas from pedestrian and vehicular damage. Provide signage if
needed.
8.5. Guarantee / Warranty. Warrant seeded areas for consistency and completion of
coverage. Re -seed as needed to ensure a successful stand of grass that is acceptable to
the City. Once a vigorously growing stand of grass is achieved, the request for
Construction Acceptance may be made.
Section 9. Fine Grading and Soil Preparation Standards.
9.1. General.
9.1.1. Soils tests conducted by the CSU Soils Lab must be completed and submitted to
the City for review; recommendations in the lab reports shall be followed in all
cases. Generally this will include soil amendment and fertilizer recommendations;
in some cases, all new topsoil will be required.
9.1.2. If site is undisturbed, topsoil is to be stripped to a six (6) inch depth, or to topsoil
depth as determined by field inspection. Stockpile and respread stripped topsoil
over landscape areas after rough grades are established. If site has been
disturbed, or sufficient topsoil is not available, topsoil is to be imported to achieve
six (6) inch depth in all landscaped areas.
9.2. Submittals.
9.2.1. Soil Amendment. Submit sample and written confirmation from supplier of
material composition including: percent organic matter, salts, nutrient
composition and trademark. Sample is to be representative.
9.2.2. Topsoil. Submit sample and written confirmation from supplier of material
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composition including: percent organic matter, salts, and nutrient composition.
Sample is to be representative.
9.3. Materials.
9.3.1. Soil Amendment. Premium 3, by A-1 Organics, or approved equal. A high
quality composted material containing a minimum of 50% organic matter. The
mixture shall be free from clay subsoil, stones, lumps, plants or roots, sticks,
weed stolons, seeds, high salt content and other materials harmful to plant life.
The compost shall be coarsely ground with an even composition and have an
acidity in the range of pH 5.5 to pH 7.0. All material shall be sufficiently
composted such that no material used is recognizable.
9.3.2. Topsoil. Must be taken from a well drained, arable site and shall be reasonably
free of subsoil, stones, clods, sticks, roots and other objectionable extraneous
matter or debris. No stones or other materials over two (2) inches in size shall be
allowed. Topsoil shall contain no toxic materials and have an acidity in the range
of pH 5.5 to pH 8.5.
9.3.3. Fertilizer. Triple superphosphate with a chemical analysis of 0-46-0.
9.4. Inspection.
9.4.1. Locate all utilities prior to trenching and protect from damage. Required
calls shall include, but are not limited to the following: 221-6660 for Parks
Division locates and 1-800-922-1987 for utility locates.
9.4.2. Accept rough grading from other contractors per approved plans. Rough
grade inspection is to allow for six (6) inch minimum depth of topsoil and
specified soil amendments as part of the fine grading work.
9.5. Execution.
9.5.1. Grub and remove unsuitable woody and rock material present in the surface
grade.
9.5.2. Take precautions to accommodate proper drainage and flow during and
after grading and soil preparation.
9.5.3. Apply herbicide to areas where noxious weed beds have been established
and / or where seed mix is to be planted. Herbicide must be applied by
certified contractors at the rate recommended by the manufacturer after
proper notification has been done in accordance with chemical applicator's
standards. Precautions must be taken to avoid drifting of spray onto other
properties and shall not be done in breezy conditions. Harm to plant
material not designated for herbicide application shall be replaced by the
contractor.
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9.5.4. Rip to six (6) inch depth with agriculture subsoiler in all areas to receive
plantings. Remove all objects greater than two (2) inches in diameter.
9.6. Application.
9.6.1. Spread six (6) inches topsoil over entire landscaped area and grade to
smooth and even lines. Establish swales and drainage as required per
plans.
9.6.2. Evenly distribute soil amendment at rate of three (3) cubic yards per 1,000
square feet of area, or one (1) inch depth over the entire area to be
prepared; alter rate if soils test recommends otherwise. Till amendments
into top six (6) inches of soil. Compact to a firm, but not hard (80% of
Standard Proctor Density at 2% optimum moisture). Evenly distribute triple
superphosphate fertilizer at the rate of 15 pounds per 1,000 square feet;
modify type and rate if soils test recommends otherwise.
9.6.3. Trim finish grade elevations adjacent to paved areas to one (1) inch
below pavement finish grade.
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SERVICES AGREEMENT
WORK ORDER TYPE
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into the day and year set forth below, by and
between THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, a Municipal Corporation, hereinafter referred
to as the "City" and , hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider".
W ITNESSETH:
In consideration of the mutual covenants and obligations herein expressed, it is agreed by
and between the parties hereto as follows:
1. Services to be Performed.
a. This Agreement shall constitute the basic agreement between the parties for services for
The conditions set forth herein shall apply to all services performed
by the Service Provider on behalf of the City and particularly described in Work Orders agreed upon
in writing by the parties from time to time. Such Work Orders, a sample of which is attached hereto
as Exhibit "A", consisting of (_ ) page[s], and incorporated herein by this reference, shall
include a description of the services to be performed, the location and time for performance, the
amount of payment, any materials to be supplied by the City and any other special circumstances
relating to the performance of services. No workorder shall exceed $ . The only services
authorized under this agreement are those which are performed after receipt of such Work Order,
except in emergency circumstances where oral work requests may be issued. Oral requests for
emergency actions will be confirmed by issuance of a written Work Order within two (2) working
days.
b. The City may, at any time during the term of a particular Work Order and without
invalidating the Agreement, make changes within the general scope of the particular services
assigned and the Service Provider agrees to perform such changed services.
2. Changes in the Work. The City reserves the right to independently bid any services
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rather than issuing work to the Service Provider pursuant to this Agreement. Nothing within this
Agreement shall obligate the City to have any particular service performed by the Service Provider.
3. Time of Commencement and Completion of Services. The services to be performed
pursuant to this Agreement shall be initiated as specified by each written Work Order or oral
emergency service request. Oral emergency service requests will be acted upon without waiting for
a written Work Order. Time is of the essence.
4. Contract Period. [Option 11 This Agreement shall commence upon the date of
execution shown on the signature page of this Agreement and shall continue in full force and effect
for one (1) year, unless sooner terminated as herein provided. In addition, at the option of the City,
the Agreement may be extended for an additional period of one (1) year at the rates provided with
written notice to the professional mailed no later than 90 days prior to contract end.
4. Contract Period. [Option 21 This Agreement shall commence 199_, and
shall continue in full force and effect until , 199_, unless sooner terminated as herein
provided. In addition, at the option of the City, the Agreement may be extended for additional one
year periods not to exceed _ (_) additional one year periods. Renewals and pricing changes
shall be negotiated by and agreed to by both parties. The Denver Boulder Greeley CPIU
published by the Colorado State Planning and Budget Office will be used as a guide. Written
notice of renewal shall be provided to the Service Provider and mailed no later than 90 days prior to
contract end.
5. Delay. If either party is prevented in whole or in part from performing its obligations
by unforeseeable causes beyond its reasonable control and without is fault or negligence, then the
party so prevented shall be excused from whatever performance is prevented by such cause. To
the extent that the performance is actually prevented, the Service Provider must provide written
notice to the City of such condition within fifteen (15) days from the onset of such condition.
6. Early Termination bV City/Notices. Notwithstanding the time periods contained
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herein, the City may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause by providing written notice
of termination to the Service Provider. Such notice shall be mailed at least fifteen (15) days prior to
the termination date contained in said notice unless otherwise agreed in writing by the parties. All
notices provided under this Agreement shall be effective when mailed, postage prepaid and sent to
the following address:
City
Service Provider
In the event of early termination by the City, the Service Provider shall be paid for services
rendered to the termination date, subject only to the satisfactory performance of the Service
Provider's obligations under this Agreement. Such payment shall be the Service Provider's sole
right and remedy for such termination.
7. Contract Sum. This is an open-end indefinite quantity Agreement with no fixed price.
The actual amount of work to be performed will be stated on the individual Work Orders. The City
makes no guarantee as to the number of Work Orders that may be issued or the actual amount of
services which will in fact be requested. No Work Order of or more shall be issued.
8. Payments. a. The City agrees to pay and the Service Provider agrees to accept as
full payment for all work done and all materials furnished and for all costs and expenses incurred in
performance of the work the sums set forth for the hourly labor rate and material costs, with
markups, stated within the Bid Schedule Proposal Form, attached hereto as Exhibit "B", consisting
of (_) page[s], and incorporated herein by this reference.
b. Payment shall be made by the City only upon acceptance of the work by the City and
upon the Service Provider furnishing satisfactory evidence of payment of all wages, taxes, supplies
and materials, and other costs incurred in connection with the performance of such work.
9. City Representative. The City's representative will be shown on the specific Work
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Order and shall make, within the scope of his or her authority, all necessary and proper decisions
with reference to the work requested. All requests concerning this Agreement shall be directed to
the City Representative.
10. Independent Contractor. It is agreed that in the performance of any services
hereunder, the Service Provider is an independent contractor responsible to the City only as to the
results to be obtained in the particular work assignment and to the extend that the work shall be
done in accordance with the terms, plans and specifications furnished by the City.
11. Personal Services. It is understood that the City enters into the Agreement based on
the special. abilities of the Service Provider and that this Agreement shall be considered as an
agreement for personal services. Accordingly, the Service Provider shall neither assign any
responsibilities nor delegate any duties arising under the Agreement without the prior written
consent of the city.
12. Acceptance Not Waiver. The City's approval or acceptance of, or payment for any of
the services shall not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights under the Agreement or of
any cause of action arising out of the performance of this Agreement.
13. Warranty.
(a) Service Provider warrants that all work performed hereunder shall be
performed with the highest degree of competence and care in accordance
with accepted standards for work of a similar nature.
(b) Unless otherwise provided in the Agreement, all materials and equipment
incorporated into any work shall be new and, where not specified, of the most
suitable grade of their respective kinds for their intended use, and all
workmanship shall be acceptable to City.
(c) Service Provider warrants all equipment, materials, labor and other work,
provided under this Agreement, except City -furnished materials, equipment
and labor, against defects and nonconformances in design, materials and
workmanship/workwomanship for a period beginning with the start of the
work and ending twelve (12) months from and after final acceptance under
the Agreement, regardless whether the same were furnished or performed by
Service Provider or by any of its subcontractors of any tier. Upon receipt of
written notice from City of any such defect or nonconformances, the affected
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BID PROPOSAL
BID #5924
Small Landscape & Irrigation Annual
BID OPENING: July 7, 2005, 3:00pm (our clock)
We hereby enter our bid for the City of Fort Collins' requirements for Small Landscape & Irrigation
Annual per the bid invitation and any referenced specifications:
General Description:
The City of Fort Collins is soliciting bids from contractors to provide small project landscaping and
irrigation services. The City will enter into a Work Order Service Agreement with one or more
vendors under this bid. Work Orders will be issued for projects as needed. There is no guarantee
of any minimum amount of work which will be done under such Work Orders. Projects will not
exceed $50,000 and the City reserves the right to bid any project separately.
Permits, Licenses, and Fees:
All licenses, permits, and fees associated with any projects are the responsibility of the Service
Provider unless otherwise specified in the Work Order issued for that project.
Bidder Qualification:
Bidder's must have a minimum of five years irrigation and landscape contracting experience.
Method of Award:
Since projects under the Work Order Service Agreement will vary widely in materials and labor
requirements, bidders shall provide prices to the City for items specified in the Bid Proposal. Material
prices shall include no more than a 10% markup over contractor's cost. Award will be made to the
responsible bidder or bidders whose bid pricing is estimated to offer the lowest overall cost for small
projects. Such bid pricing shall be included in the Service Agreement.
Specifications:
The City's Guidelines and Standards for Planting, Irrigation, Turf Seeding, and Fine Grading & Soil
Preparation are attached as Exhibit "A". Service Provider must comply with current City Standards
for any projects done under the Work Order Service Agreement. For Small Landscape and
Irrigation work orders, the Project Manager may provide detail drawings as needed for each project.
Work Order Procedure:
• All job estimates must be submitted on a unit price basis consistent with the prices established
in the Service Agreement. Material prices shall include no more than a 10% markup on
materials. Service Provider must have a signed Work Order prior to starting any work.
• Service Provider will invoice for all completed projects on a unit price basis using prices
established in the Service Agreement. Material invoices from suppliers must be included with
billing invoices submitted to the City for payment. The appropriate project Work Order number
must be included in all billing invoices.
• Service Provider may be required by the Project Manager to submit for review a breakdown of
hours worked per man/day for personnel assigned to any project.
Response Time:
Service Provider shall begin work on a project within 30 days after a Work Order is issued for the
project, unless the Project Manager agrees to a longer period.
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item or part thereof shall be redesigned, repaired or replaced by Service
Provider in a manner and at a time acceptable to City.
14. Default. Each and every term and condition hereof shall be deemed to be a material
element of this Agreement. In the event either party should fail or refuse to perform according to the
terms of this agreement, such party may be declared in default thereof.
15. Remedies. In the event a party has been declared in default, such defaulting party
shall be allowed a period often (10) days within which to cure said default. In the event the default
remains uncorrected, the party declaring default may elect to (a) terminate the Agreement and seek
damages; (b) treat the Agreement as continuing and require specific performance; or (c) avail
himself of any other remedy at law or equity. If the non -defaulting party commences legal or
equitable actions against the defaulting party, the defaulting party shall be liable to the non -
defaulting party for the non -defaulting party's reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred because
of the default.
16. Binding Effect. This writing, together with the exhibits hereto, constitutes the entire
agreement between the parties and shall be binding upon said parties, their officers, employees,
agents and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the respective survivors, heirs, personal
representative, successors and assigns of said parties.
17. Indemnity/Insurance. a. The Service Provider agrees to indemnify and save
harmless the City, its officers, agents and employees against and from any and all actions, suits,
claims, demands or liability of any character whatsoever, brought or asserted for injuries to or death
of any person or persons, or damages to property arising out of, result from or occurring in
connection with the performance of any service hereunder.
b. The Service Provider shall take all necessary precautions in performing the work
hereunder to prevent injury to persons and property.
c. Without limiting any of the Service Provider's obligations hereunder, the Service Provider
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shall provide and maintain insurance coverage naming the City as an additional insured under this
Agreement of the type and with the limits specified within Exhibit "D", consisting of ( )
page[s], attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. The Service Provider before
commencing services hereunder, shall deliver to the City's Director of Purchasing and Risk
Management, 215 N. Mason, PO Box 580, Fort Collins, Colorado 80522 one copy of a certificate
evidencing the insurance coverage required from an insurance company acceptable to the city.
18. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, along with all Exhibits and other documents
incorporated herein, shall constitute the entire Agreement of the parties. Covenants or
representations not contained in this Agreement shall not be binding on the parties.
19. Law/Severability. This Agreement shall be governed in all respect by the laws of the
State of Colorado. In the event any provision of this Agreement shall be held invalid or
unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction such holding shall not invalidate or render
unenforceable any other provision of this Agreement.
20. Special Provisions. [Optional] Special provisions or conditions relating to the
services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement are set forth in Exhibit, consisting of
( ) page[s], attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
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CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
a municipal corporation
By:
James B. O'Neill II, CPPO
Director of Purchasing and Risk Management
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Assistant City Attorney
[INSERT CORPORATIONS NAME] or
[Insert Partnership name] or
[Insert individual's name]
Doing business as [Insert name of business]
M
PRINT NAME
CORPORATE PRESIDENT OR VICE PRESIDENT
Date:
ATTEST:
CORPORATE SECRETARY
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(Corporate Seal)
EXHIBIT "A"
WORK ORDER FORM
PURSUANT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
AND
DATED:
Work Order Number:
Purchase Order Number:
Project Title:
Commencement Date:
Completion Date:
Maximum Fee: (time and reimbursable direct costs):
Project Description:
Scope of Services:
Service Provider agrees to perform the services
identified above and on the attached forms in
accordance with the terms and conditions
contained herein and in the Services Agreement
between the parties. In the event of a conflict
between or ambiguity in the terms of the Services
Agreement and this work order (including the
attached forms) the Services Agreement shall
control.
Service Provider
By:
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Acceptance _
User
The attached forms consisting of , (_) pages
are hereby accepted and incorporated herein by
this reference, and Notice to Proceed is hereby
given.
City of Fort Collins
By:
Date:
Bid Proposal: Bid #5924 Small Landscape and Irrigation Annual
Landscape Materials - Description
Unit
Price
Soil Prep/Fine Grade
SF
$
Top Soil — 6"
SF
$
Fabric Underlayment
SF
$
Wood mulch — 3"
SF
$
Turf Sod, Bluegrass
SF
$
Turf Sod, Fescue
SF
$
Turf Sod, Buffalo Grass
SF
$
Turf Seed
SF
$
Steel Edging
LF
$
Landscape Gravel (1" — 1-1/2")
Ton
$
Landscaping Large Boulder
Desert Hue Granite, 1-ton
Each
$
Landscape
Materials Total
$
Plant Materials
Scientific Name
Common Name
Spacing
Size
Price
Crataegus rivularis
River Hawthorne
Loose
clusters
5 gal
$
Cercocarpus montanus
Mountain Mahogany
4-6'
5 gal
$
Rhus trilobata
Smooth Sumac
5-10,
5 gal
$
Cornus stolonifera
Redtwig Dogwood
10-15,
5 gal
$
Prunus virgiana
Green Chokecherry
10-15'
5 gal
$
Shepherdia argentea
Silver Buffaloberry
7-15'
5 gal
$
Prunus Americana
American Plum
5'
5 gal
$
Amelanchier alnifolia
Saskatoon
Serviceberry
10-15,
5 gal
$
Sambucus caefulea
Blueberry Elder
5-8'
5 gal
$
Forestiera neomexicana
New Mexico Privet
7-15'
5 gal
$
Acer Grandidentatum
Wasatch Maple
8-10,
5 gal
$
Populus angustofolia
Narrowleaf
Cottonwood
As staked
2"
$
Pinus ponderosa
Ponderosa Pine
As staked
5'
$
Picea pungens
Blue Spruce
As staked
5'
$
Juniperus scopulorum
'Cologreen'
Cologreen Juniper
As staked
4'
$
Salix niobe
Niobe Willow
As staked
2"
$
Pinus edulis
Pinion Pine
As staked
5'
$
Populus sargentii
Plains Cottonwood
As staked
2"
$
Quercus macrocarpa
Burr Oak
As staked
2"
$
Fraxinus pennsylvanica
Green Ash
As staked
2"
$
Celtis occidentalis
Hackberry
As staked
2"
$
Populus accuminata
Lanceleaf
Cottonwood
As staked
2"
$
Tilia cordata'Greenspire'
Greenspire Linden
As staked
2"
$
Tilia americana
American Linden
As staked
2"
$
Quercus muehlenbergii
Chinkapin Oak
As staked
2"
$
Gleditsia triacanthos
Honeylocust
As staked
2"
$
Pinus nigra
Austrian Pine
As staked
5'
$
Plant Materials Total
$
Irrigation Parts — Description
Unit
Price
Mainline Pipe, 1-1/2" Class 200 PVC
LF
$
Lateral Pipe, 1" Class 200 PVC
LF
$
Isolation Gate Valve, Red & White, 267 (1-112")
Each
$
Quick Coupling Valve Assy, Rainbird 5LRC
Each
$
4" Popup Rotor Sprinklers, Hunter PGM-06-A-V
Each
$
4" Popup Strip Spray Sprinklers,
Rainbird 1804-PRS-15EST
Each
$
4" Popup Spray Sprinklers,
Rainbird 1804-PRS-10H Q
Each
$
Remote Control Valve Assy,
Rainbird 100-PEB-PRS-B
Each
$
Irrigation Controller, Irritrol MC-24-B
Each
$
1" Backflow Prevention Device, FEBCO 825YA
Each
$
Valve Box with Cover, Carson 1419-13
Each
$
Valve Box with Cover, Carson 910-12
Each
$
Electric Control Wiring, #14 solid copper direct burial OF or
PE cable, UL Approved, 5-wire, with consistent color scheme
LF
$
Irrigation Parts Total
$
Labor and Mobilization
Cost
Mobilization charges, as a percentage of project cost
Labor charges for landscape operations, per hour
$
Labor charges for irrigation operations, per hour
$
Supplemental Bid Prices:
Enter additional equipment descriptions or labor operations which would be used in landscape or
irrigation projects and are not accounted for in the bid proposal. You may attach a list with cost per
hour. These charges will be entered into any Work Order Service Agreement covering Small
Landscape and Irrigation Annual, but are not part of the bid evaluation for award purposes.
Equipment Description or Labor Operation
Cost, per hour
Watering of Plant Material
Watering, paid for on an hourly basis, shall be performed at intervals that insure plant material
survival and self establishment at the end of the maintenance period. Watering schedules shall be
submitted to the appropriate City Department immediately following plant material installation. The
watering schedule shall remain in effect for two (2) years or as directed by City Staff. The City shall
approve the watering schedule prior to commencement of the first watering.
Hourly rate for watering, as specified above: $
Contract Limits:
Work Orders shall not be issued for more than $50,000 for any single project. Subsequent change
orders to a project may not exceed 15% of the original Work Order cost.
Contract Minimums:
If you have a minimum charge for mobilization or if you don't want to work on projects under a
certain size, enter those minimums below:
Minimum mobilization charge: $
Minimum project size, in dollars: $
Contractor Experience:
• How many years have you been engaged in irrigation and landscape contracting under your
present firm name?
• What irrigation and landscaping contracts do you have on hand? Show name of contract,
anticipated date of completion, and contract amount.
• List irrigation and landscaping contracts completed by your firm within the last three years.
For questions concerning this bid, contact John Stephen, CPPO, Senior Buyer at 970-221-6777.
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Bidder company organization. Check one:
Sole Proprietorship Partnership Corporation
Signature:
Title:
Company:
Date:
Name:
Street:
Phone #:
City:
Fax #:
State/Zip:
Email:
Exhibit A: Guidelines and Standards
Section 5. Planting Guidelines.
5.1. Weather, Climate, Soils. Planting guidelines suggest design considerations for
successful implementation of streetscape styles. Due to severe climate conditions in
Fort Collins, consideration of long term maintenance is an important element of the
initial design of any streetscape. Fort Collins is located in a transitional zone between
the High Plains and the Great American Desert. Precipitation is limited to 15 inches
per year on average, with extreme temperatures in the 90's in the summer and as low
as -20 in the winter. As much as one third of the rain comes in April and May as
heavy downpours. Heavy snows in spring and fall may break tree limbs, coming
when trees are in leaf. Mild spring and fall weather is broken by sudden frosts. Soil is
naturally alkaline and production of organic matter and humus is low. Soils are often
heavy clay.
5.2. General Planting Considerations. These severe conditions require careful design
and selection of vegetation. Adaptable plants that have proven hardy are
recommended wherever possible. Xeriscape methods are advisable, such as
grouping plants with similar water demands together and watering higher demand
plants on a different sprinkler schedule while drought -tolerant plants may be watered
by rain or bubbler irrigation. Soil preparation is a critical step in all xeriscape.
General planting considerations include the following:
5.2.1. Coordinated tree planting sets a rhythm and pattern for the street. By
alternating tree types, a sense of enclosure can be achieved while slower
growing trees are established.
5.2.2. Gardens of perennials and annuals should be restricted to high priority areas
for maintenance and safety reasons.
5.3. Contact the City. The City Parks Division shall be contacted before work in any
City maintained streetscape is commenced.
Section 6. Planting Standards.
6.1. Projects Governed by City Planting Standards.
6.1.1. Public projects such as parks, streets, medians, substations, treatment plants,
plazas and public buildings shall provide for tree planting as a part of the
development process. The landscape plan for such projects shall be
approved by the City and must adhere to the City Forestry Standards and
Specifications.
6.1.2. Private projects shall provide for street tree planting as part of the
development process. Street trees shall be located on the public right-of-way
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