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PLANTING 4. Remove construction equipment, excess materials, tools, debris, and rubbish.
<br /> A. Tree stakes shall be 2 inches diameter x 8 feet long, treated lodge pole stakes, free from knots and splits. 5. Repair any existing property damaged or areas altered due to work of the landscape planting.
<br /> PART 1 - GENERAL B. Tree ties shall be "Cinch-Ties", length as required, as manufactured by V.I.T. Products, Inc. or equal.
<br /> 1.01 SECTION INCLUDES C. All trees planted within 8' of paving and 5' of water meters / joint trenches shall receive high impact root 3.07 INSTRUCTIONS TO THE OWNER
<br /> barriers per detail this plan set. , 5865 Owens Drive
<br /> A. The work included under this Section consists of providing all necessary soil preparation and amending, finish an A. Full and complete typewritten instructions for long term maintenance of the landscaping are to be furnished to Pleasanton, CA 94588
<br /> fine grading, furnishing and planting of all trees, shrubs, and ground cover, application of pre-emergent herbicide, 2.06 PRE-EMERGENT HERBICIDE(S) the Owner's Representative at least 10 days prior to the end of the Contractor's maintenance period. The Owner 925-251-7200
<br /> mulching, maintenance, and all other materials, labor, and equipment required to complete the work indicated on may retain final payment if this item is not completed.
<br /> the Planting Plans. A. The pre-emergent herbicide is to be one that has proven successful in the local area, is recommended by a
<br /> 1.02 RELATED SECTIONS:
<br /> license Pest Control Advisor and has the approval of the Owner's Representative. 3.12 GENERAL CLEAN-UP
<br /> A. Section - Irrigation System: Provision of automatic irrigation system. 2.07 FIR BARK MULCH A. During the process of the work, the Site shall be kept in a reasonably neat and clean condition, free from the Store # 1045100
<br /> accumulation of cans, surplus materials, and waste materials.
<br /> 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE B. Upon completion of the work, remove all equipment, dispose of all waste, refuse, or debris resulting from this
<br /> A. Bark mulch shall be wood residual derived and 'Walk
<br /> from Pine, White and/or Red Fir Tree bark. The work, and leave the premises in a neat and clean condition. STOCKTON CA
<br /> material shall be equal to that referred to as Walk on Bark in the trade. C. All planting areas shall be neatly dressed and finished and all walks, paved areas, curbs, and gutters flushed '
<br /> A. Alternates: Verify whether alternates as specified affect the work of this Section. „
<br /> B. Contractor is to provide the Owner's Representative with copies of all Project material invoices and retain all B. Install 3 depth fir bark mulch on all shrub and ground cover planting areas clean to the satisfaction of the Owner's Representative. FOR
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<br /> C. The Contractor shall furnish, without any extra charge, any additional material and labor when required by the PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.08 PLANTING MAINTENANCE TEKIN A
<br /> compliance on these Specifications and Drawings.
<br /> D. The Contractor shall erect and maintain barricades, guards, warning signs, and lights as necessary or required for 3.01 SOIL PREPARATION AND AMENDING A. Provide all necessary maintenance during specified maintenance period, including but not limited to, watering,
<br /> the protection of the work, the workmen, and public. weeding, replanting, fertilizing, treatment of diseases and pests, and protection from rodents, and people
<br /> E. Any existing buildings equipment, piping, sewers, sidewalks, landscaping or other Site improvements damaged by encroachment.
<br /> the Contractor during the course of his work shall be replaced or repaired by the Contractor in a manner A. Thoroughly cultivate all planting areas to a depth of eight (8} inches.
<br /> satisfactory to the Engineer and at the Contractor's own expense, and before the final payment is made. B. Rough finish grade all areas. 1. Check all tree ties and adjust if too tight or too loose. Remove all nursery stakes and ties.
<br /> F. Contractor shall obtain and pay all fees, licenses, and permits required for this portion of the Project work. C. Broadcast the following soil amendments. Quantities given are per 1,000 square feet of area. 1. Provide supplementary deep watering for trees at one month intervals during maintenance period, using a slowly .
<br /> G. Before making bid, examine the Site carefully, verifying dimensions and other Site conditions in relation to the 1. Nitrogen stabilized and iron fortified compost: 6 cubic yards trickling water hose. Fill planting basins, let water soak in, and refill.
<br /> Plans. The Contractor is responsible for informing himself of all conditions under which work is to be done 2. Pelletized fertilizer (6-20-20): 20 lb. 3. Replace any plants not in a healthy and thriving condition
<br /> before submitting his Bid. 4. Arrange watering schedule to avoid wetting of foliage when exposed to hot sunlight.
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<br /> 3. Soil Sulfur: 1 Ib.
<br /> H. When conditions detrimental to planting of trees, shrubs, and ground cover are encountered notify Owner's 5. Keep planting basins in good repair and free of weeds.
<br /> Representative before proceeding with work. 4. Dolomite Lime: 27 Ib.
<br /> P P 9 6. Plants blown over shall be replanted and re-staked, or replaced if damaged.
<br /> 1. Contractor to verifyquantities shown in the Plant List to assure conformance with Landscape Drawings. Bring D. Cultivate and thoroughly incorporate the amendments into the top eight (8) inches of soil.
<br /> q P g g E. De-rock area to be lamed b using a mechanical rock picker. All rocks lar er than 1-inch in diameter are to 7. Protect all plants against damage from any source. Treat or replace all damaged trees during the maintenance
<br /> any discrepancies to the attention of the Owner's Representative. p Y g P g period.
<br /> J. For standard products, the manufacturer's analysis guarantee will be accepted. For all other materials, analysis be removed.
<br /> P Ys g P Ys 8. Re-set any plants where root crowns have settled below adjacent finish grade or where tree trunks are leaning
<br /> will be a recognized laboratory as required by the Owner's Representative. from vertical position.
<br /> K. All plants shall be true to type and name in accordance with the current edition of Standardized Plant Names, 3.02 FINISH GRADING 9. Prune only to remove broken twigs, unbalanced branching conditions or suckers.
<br /> Second Edition, and of size and caliper as shown in the Plant List. 10. At conclusion of maintenance period, re-surface planting beds as needed with a fresh layer of mulch to KIER & WRIGHT
<br /> L. Provide trees, shrubs, and other plants of size, genus, species and variety shown on Project Plant List and A. Fine grade areas to a smooth even surface, with loose uniform texture. Rake and drag areas to remove ridges maintain the required depth.
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<br /> complying with recommendations and requirements of ANSI-Z60.1-90 American Standard for Nursery Stock. and fill depressions as required to meet finish grades. Limit fine grading to areas which can be planted CIVIL ENGINEERS & SURVEYORS, INC.
<br /> M. Plantings shall be performed by personnel familiar with planting procedures and under the supervision of a immediately after grading. 2850 Collier Canyon Road Phone (925) 245-8788
<br /> qualified planting foreman. The planting foreman shall be o the job Site whenever planting is in progress. PART 4- CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES
<br /> q P g P g 1 P g P g B. The finish grade of all shrubs and/or ground cover planting areas is to be 2 1/2 inches below the top of all Livermore, California 94551 Fax (925) 245-8795
<br /> N. No extra work shall be done without prior written approval of the Owner's Representative. adjacent concrete walks, curbs, and asphalt paving.
<br /> 0. Contractor shall coordinate his work with that of any other Contractors working in, and adjacent to, the areas 4.1 DESCRIPTION
<br /> included in the Project work, and coordinate with these Contractors in performance of this work. C. Remove all debris, exposed rocks, and compacted soil clods 1 inch in diameter or larger, from all planting areas. A. The work includes, but is not necessarily limited to, performing all operations necessary for and properly
<br /> P. All work shall be in strict accordance with sound horticultural practice and shall include maintenance and Use a mechanical rock picker for this work. All finish grades shall be subject to the approval of the Engineer. Y P g p Y P P Y
<br /> P incidental to closing out the project and assisting in Owner's final inspection as hereinafter specified.
<br /> watering of all materials installed in the Contract until final acceptance by the Owner's Representative. 3.03 PLANTING OF TREES AND SHRUBS
<br /> Q. Keep the job Site free from accumulations of waste material or rubbish resulting from this work. At the 4.2 FINAL COMPLETION LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
<br /> completion of the work, the Contractor shall remove all rubbish tools, and surplus materials, and shall leave the ' 943 Reserve Drive, Suite 100
<br /> completed project neat and orderly. A. The planting work shall be deferred until earthwork, construction, irrigation, soil preparation and finish grading Roseville,California 95678
<br /> work has been completed. A. When the Contractor considers the work or a designated portion of the work complete, submit written request to T 916 782 86B8
<br /> 1.04 JOB CONDITIONS B. No planting shall occur during unfavorable weather conditions or when the soil is excessively wet, as determined Owner's Representative for inspection. By submittal of request, Contractor certifies that:
<br /> by the Owner's Representative. I. Contract Documents have been reviewed.
<br /> A. Proceed with and complete planting work as rapidly as portions of Site become available, working with seasonal C. Stake or spot all plant locations, as shown on the Planting Plans. Obtain approval of plant locations, b the 2. Work has been completed in accordance with the Contract Documents and is ready for Inspection.
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<br /> B. Determine locations of underground utilities and perform work in a manner which will avoid possible damage. Owners Representative or Landscape Architect, prior to commencement of planting. 3. Equipment systems have been tested, adjusted, balanced and is fully operational. �a �nBERT
<br /> Hand excavate, as required. D. Planting Procedure: B. Submit request for review a minimum of five (5) working days in advance of requested inspection date.
<br /> C. Maintain grade stakes set by other until removal is mutually agreed on by parties concerned. 1. Excavate plant holes to the dimensions indicated on Planting Plans. Refer to Planting Details. Planting areas Contractor shall be responsible for allowing sufficient time during contract period to complete inspection and any
<br /> D. Contractor shall verify the extent that the Project engineered fill extends into the planting areas. Where the are not to be over compacted after cultivation shall be free of deleterious material, including construction correction.
<br /> debris rocks sticks and dirt clods larger than 1-inch . Scarify all plant hole sides. Plant hole back fill mix '
<br /> engineered fill material is in conflict with sound horticultural practice, the contractor is to confer with the � 9 Y P C. Should Owners Representative inspection find work incomplete, Owners Representative w+ll notify Contractor in
<br /> shall consist of pulverized native soil free of roots, sticks, and stones larger than 1-inch in diameter, mixed writing, listing observed deficiencies. v Signature ti
<br /> Owner's Representative to ascertain to what extent the engineered fill, in the planting areas, can be removed. P 9 9• 9 * ,°,,,,20
<br /> The Landscape Contractor will be responsible for the removal of whatever engineered fill that is a problem and is with 1-CY of compost. D. Contractor shall remedy listed deficiencies and sent a request for final inspection. At the Owners option, a Renewal Date
<br /> agreed to b the Owner's Representative. 2. Excavated its 2-times the container size shall have positive drainage within 2-hours when full flooded with s� ,,,3 `P
<br /> g y p P� { )� P 9 Y re-inspections) of the work to identify additional deficiencies, if any, may be required. Owner's costs associated qTe Pou
<br /> E. Before making bid, examine the Site carefully, verifying dimensions and other Site conditions in relation to the water. Contractor to demonstrate to Owner Representative that plant hales drain in 2-hours before planting with re-inspection(s) are subject to provisions of Article 4.04 of this Section. OF CAU
<br /> Plans. The Contractor is responsible for informing himself of all conditions under which work is to be done may commence. Contractor shall correct deficient drainage utilizing drilled drain holes filled with 3/4 drain E. When Owners confirm work is complete, and close-out submittals as referred to in Article 1.04 of this Section
<br /> before submitting his bid. rock. Depth of drain holes as needed. are provided, Owner's Representative will notify Contractor of date of completion in writing.
<br /> 3. Add and firm backfill soil to bring the plant root ball to the proper planting elevation. The backfill sail is to
<br /> PART 2 - PRODUCTS consist of the excavated site topsoil with all rocks larger than 1 inch diameter removed from backfill soil. Use
<br /> 4.3 RE-INSPECTIONS
<br /> unconditioned site topsoil for backfill below the 8 inch depth which has been limed by premixing one (1) cubic
<br /> 2.01 TREES, SHRUBS, AND GROUND COVER yard of site topsail with organic compost.
<br /> 4. All plant material is to be removed from containers by approved methods. Loosen the bottom and sides of A. Should status of completion of work require re-inspections) by Owner due to failure of work to comply with
<br /> A. Plant materials shall be supplied in sizes as indicated in the Plant List. Container stock shall be well established the exposed root ball and unwind or cut any circling roots. Protect root ball from the drying effects of sun Contractor's claim on initial inspection, Owner may deduct the amount of compensation for re-inspection services
<br /> in the container and the roots shall not have grown beyond the limits of the container, nor shall they be root and wind. from final payment to Contractor. Observed deficiencies in excess of ten (10) will be reason for re-inspection.
<br /> bound. All plants shall hove normal or average branching systems and shall be first class representatives of 5. Place plant in the center of the excavation and adjust root ball elevation so that top of root ball is one (1) B. Inspection initiated at the request of the Owner will not be subjected to the provisions of this Article.
<br /> their species in the appearance of healthy, vigorous growth. Plants shall be free of pests and disease and inch above the level of the surrounding soil grade.
<br /> disfiguring injury. Trees shall be select and choice material, with symmetrical and full rounded heads appropriate 6. Complete the backfilling of the root ball with light tamping as the backfill soil is placed. 4.4 CLOSE-OUT SUBMITTALS
<br /> for the species. 7. Add 21-gram size Agriform (20-10-5) planting tablets to the backfill of all plant material. Reference planting
<br /> B. All plant materials delivered to the Site must conform to the Specifications of Federal, State and County laws, details on plan. Plant Container Size #1, #2, #5, #15, 24-inch box: 1, 2, 3, 5, 5, tablets required respectively. A. Project Record Documents
<br /> requiring inspection for plant diseases and insect infestations. Any inspection certificates required by law must
<br /> accompany each shipment when plant materials arrive at the Site. 8. Construct a water retention basin around each plan, 4" high for trees and 3" high for shrubs. Water newly B. Operation and Mointenance Data
<br /> C. Plants delivered to the Site shall be adequately protected from the sun and wind during delivery and then installed plant immediately / thoroughly to settle the backfill soil. Add backfill as required by settling. C. Warranties and Guarantees
<br /> stockpiled on the Site prior to planting. They shall be watered adequately. Containers shall be free of weeds or 9. After planting is complete, spread wood mulch to a minimum depth of 3-inches. Wood mulch shall be aged D. Spare Parts and Maintenance Materials
<br /> grasses. nitrogen fortified redwood, cedar, or fir woods chips and bark, three-inch (3") minus in size, and shall contain E. Evidence of Payment and Lien Releases along with a list of all subcontractors which contributed labor or
<br /> D. Substitutions are not permitted except on proof that plant specified is not available. Request for substitution a minimum of one percent (1%) available nitrogen. Contractor shall submit a sample of the bark mulch to the materials to the project.
<br /> must be made in writing to the Landscape Architect. No additional charge shall be made for substitutions except Owner and Landscape Architect for review and approval. F. Other data and material as may be required in individual Sections of the Specifications.
<br /> by the written authorization of the Landscape Architect.
<br /> E. The Landscape Architect shall be notified in writing, one week prior to planting, to inspect all or major portions 3.04 TREE STAKING AND GRASS-FREE AREA 4.5 APPLICATION FOR FINAL PAYMENT
<br /> of the plant materials to be used in the Project, if requested by owner or Architect.
<br /> F. The Landscape Architect shall be the final arbitrator in decisions regarding identification and nomenclature. A. All trees are to be staked as per the Tree Staking Details occurring on the Planting Plans. A. Submit application for final payment in accordance with provisions of the contract for Construction.
<br /> G. The Landscape Architect shall have the right to reject plants prior to and during the progress of work for size, B. Care is to be exercised to maintain tree stakes in the proper horizontal alignment, and vertically to be set
<br /> conditions of top structure, conditions of root structure, defects or injuries or nonconformity to Specifications. plumb. Inspection Schedule
<br /> C. Leave a 24 inch diameter grass-free circle around tree trunks occurring in grass areas. Cover over with a 2
<br /> 2.02 SOIL AMENDMENTS depth layer of bark mulch. The Owner's representative or Landscape Architect (if requested by the Owner) shall accomplish the following
<br /> inspections in concert with the Project Coordinator, and the Landscape Contractor. Call at least 48 hours in
<br /> A. Fir Bark soil amendment: 3.05 PLANT MATERIAL GUARANTEE advance of the requested inspection:
<br /> 1. Physical properties: 0 inches to 1/4 inches A. The Contractor shall guarantee all plant material from latent defects, disease or death, and injury for a period of A. Pre-Landscape Construction Meeting with Owner's / Landscape Architect, Landscape Contractor and Construction
<br /> 2. Source: Fir or Pine bark twelve (12) months after final acceptance of the total Project by the Owner's Representative. Site Supervisor
<br /> 3. Nitrogen content (dry weight basis): minimum 0.5% B. The Contractor shall promptly replace, at no additional cost, plants that are not in a vigorous, healthy, growing B. Owner's representative or Landscape Architect inspection:
<br /> 4. Dry bulk density. 450-580 #/ cubic yards condition. Replacement shall be of the same kind and size as originally specified and shall be planted as 1. Irrigation System Layout and Coverage Inspection, including:
<br /> described on the Planting Plans and in these Specifications. 2. Irrigation Mainline and Lateral Pressure Check Layout inspection or deviation from
<br /> 5. Iron content (dry weight basis): minimum 0.08% dilute acid soluble iron 9 Y P
<br /> C. This guarantee does not include plant loss, due to physical damage or neglect during normal maintenance, by 3. Irrigation system as per plans
<br /> 6. Salinity (ECe) maximum 4.0 millimhos I centimeter 0 25 degrees C. others, subsequent to the end of the project contract maintenance period.
<br /> 7. Organic content: Minimum 90% of dry weight by ash method 4. Installation inspection of main lines
<br /> 8. Reaction (ph) minimum 4.0 3.06 OBSERVATION AND ACCEPTANCE 5. Installation inspection of laterals and non-pressure system trenches
<br /> B. Pelletized fertilizer 6-20-20 C. Owner's representative or Landscape Architect inspection:
<br /> C. Sail Sulfur A. After all plants have been installed, the Owner's Representative will make a preliminary observation. 1. Plant Inspection and Soil Preparation Inspection, including: Review/approve amendments Ensure correct
<br /> D. Dolomite Lime sopreparation Verify finish grade Plant material quality Layout in conformance with Project plans/specification
<br /> 1. Upon preliminary observation and approval of the work, a ninety {90} day calendar day maintenance period will
<br /> begin. D. Owner's representative or Landscape Architect inspection:
<br /> 2.03 FERTILIZERS 2. If any plants or work are not approved, immediate replacement and/or repair will be made and regular 1. Final Landscape Improvements Inspection and approval
<br /> maintenance then continued for ninety (90) days after replacement. E. Commencement of Maintenance Period with letter of approval from the Owner's representative. All punch list
<br /> A. Agriform Planting tables, as manufactured by Sierra Chemical. 21 gram size with 20-10-5 analysis. items from previous inspection must be complete
<br /> B. Final observation will be made at the end of the ninety (90) day maintenance period.
<br /> B. Commercial fertilizer, as manufactured by Best Fertilizer Co. with a 16-6-8 + iron analysis. C. Submit written notice requesting this observation at least one week in advance. F. Requests for progress payments must include approved inspection reports authorized by the Owner's
<br /> I. Plant basins shall be repaired, all plantings given a final watering, and the job cleared of all weeds and debris representative.
<br /> 2.04 EXISTING TOPSOIL and presented in a neat and orderly fashion.
<br /> 2. The work, exclusive of the replacement of plant materials, shall be accepted by the Owner's Representative END OF SECTION.
<br /> A. It will be the Landscape Contractor's responsibility to provide all labor and equipment to remove all site topsoil upon completion of the ninety (90) day maintenance period and upon written approval of the work by the
<br /> spoils and dig-out as may be required to complete the finish the fine grading work. Owner's Representative.
<br /> 3. Clean paved areas by sweeping and/or washing. Remove any defacement or stains caused by work of this
<br /> 2.05 TREE STAKES, TIES and ROOT BARRIERS Section.
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<br /> PLANTING SPECIFICATIONS
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