Mira Mesa Contract

 Mira Mesa Contract Documents

1. Scope of Work

2. Request For Proposal

3. DTE Proposal

4. Contract

Scope of Work


DISTRICT GOLF LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SCOPE 

The golf course maintenance supplier shall be responsible for all labor, materials and

equipment  necessary for the proper care and maintenance of the golf courses.  

The following specifications are set as the minimums to gain the desired healthy and

attractive appearance.

  

GREENS MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Normal height will be maintained at a range of .125 – .200 inches on executive courses.

Mowing shall be  done seven (7) days per week depending upon climatic or growth conditions.

Frequencies and height of  cut may be modified from time to time as deemed necessary by

the golf course superintendent and  subject to approval by District Executive Golf Maintenance.

Clean up or circle mowing perimeter shall be  limited when stress conditions are present. 

AERIFICATION 

Greens shall be core aerified a minimum of three (3) times per year during the growing season

to relieve  soil compaction to promote healthier root environment. Solid tine aerification shall

be completed during  the winter months. Aerifications shall be coordinated to coincide with

fertilization and verticutting. Care  shall be taken to have a minimum of interference of play.  

VERTICUTTING AND SPIKING 

May be scheduled bi-weekly during the active Bermuda grass growing season. This function

shall be  coordinated to compliment the aerification and top dressing schedules. 

TOP DRESSING 

Following all specifications, approved top dressing material similar to the greens construction

material or  top dressing sand shall be applied and brushed into the turf. Light top dressing

may be done in  conjunction with verticutting. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of materials and analysis rates shall be determined by growing conditions at time of

treatment and  the results of soil nutrient level testing. Rates of application may vary upon

the material used. Under  normal conditions one (1) pound of actual nitrogen per 1000

square feet may be applied monthly, foliar  applications as needed. Slow release type

materials may be utilized.  

SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken three (3) times per year in the months of March, June, and September (before  overseeding). Test results shall be provided to the Director

of Executive Golf Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Will be achieved through both post-emerge and pre-emerge chemical applications.

These will be made in  a timely manner to minimize damage to golf course playability.  

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis.

IPM (integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of applications.

Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly.

If presence of Nematode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must

be performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. Nemicides are  to be applied

by Supplier as part of their control/corrective measures based on testing and visual 

appearance. 

OVERSEEDING 

Overseeding greens will only be at the direction of District if it is deemed necessary and the

Poa Trivalis  Seed will be provided at the cost of the District. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter

(i.e. paper, leaves, grass clippings,  cans, bottles, tree branches, etc.). 

TEES, COLLARS, AND APPOACHES MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Tees, collars, and approaches shall be mowed two to three (2-3) times per week or

more often depending  on growth conditions. The practice of alternating mower patterns

shall be followed. Turf shall be cut to a  height range of .400 - .600 inches.


AERIFICATION 

Tees, collars, and approaches shall be aerified a minimum of two (2) times per year

during scheduled  closures or more often if required to relieve soil compaction and

promote healthy root environment using  the appropriate equipment with the minimum

interference to play. Aerifications shall be coordinated to  coincide with fertilization

and verticutting. 

VERTICUTTING 

Vertical mowing shall be scheduled a minimum of four (4) times per year or more often

as conditions  warrant to maintain an acceptable thatch level. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of materials and analysis shall be determined from results of soil nutrient level testing

and growing  conditions at the time of treatment. Under normal conditions, one (1) pound

of actual nitrogen per 1000  square feet may be applied up to ten (10) times per year.

Typically, slow release type materials may be  utilized.  

SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken two (2) times per year in the months of March and September

(before  overseeding). Test results shall be provided to the Director of Executive

Golf Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Shall be accomplished by a semi-annual application of per-emergence herbicide.

Spot treatments with a  contact herbicide shall be performed as needed. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis.

IPM (integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of applications.

Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly.

If presence of Nematode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must be

performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. 

OVERSEEDING (Tees Only) 

Perennial Rye grass shall be used at the minimum rate of twelve (12) to fifteen (15)

pounds per 1000  square feet shall be done when climatic conditions are favorable for

germination and growth. Rate  changes may be reassessed between Contractor and

District. Renovating may be done prior to seeding  and covered with a light top dressing.

Mowing heights shall be set at higher cuts for the initial period.  Downward height

adjustment shall be done as necessary during the initial growth period. Additional 

seeding based on wear and appearance should be done as necessary.  

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves,

cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.). 


                                    FAIRWAY MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Fairways shall be mowed a minimum of three (3) times per week during the active

growing season.  Normal cutting height shall be between .450 - .750 inches depending

upon season and rate of growth.  The practice of alternating mowing patterns shall be followed. 

AERIFICATION 

Fairways shall be aerified two (2) times per year or more often if needed using 3/4" tines.

Spot  aerification may be done to relieve compaction. Top dressing applications are to

be performed as needed  to promote turf growth. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of material and analysis shall be determined from results of soil tests and growing

conditions at the  time of treatment. Under normal conditions eight (8) pounds of nitrogen

per 1000 square feet may be  applied annually. 


SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken two (2) times per year in the months of March and September

(before  overseeding). Test results shall be provided to the Director of Executive Golf

Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Shall be accomplished by a semi-annual application or pre-emergence herbicide.

Spot treatments with a  contact herbicide shall be performed as needed. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM

(integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of application.

Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly.

If presence of Nematode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must be

performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves,

cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.). 

SWEEPING 

May be done to remove excess grass clippings or leaf litter or as conditions warrant.

ROUGH MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Shall be performed to maintain a normal cutting height between 1" and 2" and executed

1-2 cycles per  week based on growing season. 

AERIFICATION 

Bermuda grass roughs shall be aerified one (1) time per year or more often if needed

using 3/4" tines.  Spot aerifications may be done to relieve compaction. Aerifications

should coincide with fertilization  applications. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of material and analysis shall be determined from results of soil tests and growing

conditions at the  time of treatment. Under normal conditions four (4) pounds of nitrogen

per 1000 square feet may be  applied annually.  

SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken two (2) time per year at Supplier’s discretion. Test results shall

be provided to  the Director of Executive Golf Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Shall be accomplished by application of pre-emergence herbicide at the appropriate time.

Spot  treatments with a contact herbicide shall be preformed as needed. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM

(integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of application. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves,

cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.).  

COURSE SET-UP 

CUPS 

Cups shall be changed daily. During this operation, inspection of the putting surface shall

be made and  any ball marks or other damage will be repaired. Cup placement shall

conform to USGA rules and  VCCDD requirements to help aide in speed of play. Cup

shall be set using an appropriate cup setter and  set at a depth of 1” below soil surface.

Setting cups on slopes of the green should be avoided. Excessive  dew shall be swept

off or irrigation cycle operated to remove. Cups are to be kept clean with no excessive

sand or dirt accumulation.

  

TEE COMPLEXES 

All tee markers shall be moved a minimum of once per day at setup. Divots will need be

filled with sand  and leveled. Litter containers shall be emptied daily. Ball washers shall be

filled as necessary with fresh  water and soap.  

TRAFFIC CONTROL 

Directional signs and equipment shall be installed each day and moved as necessary

to minimize wear  and damage to the turf as a result of player traffic and/or climate conditions.

 

SAND BUNKER MAINTENANCE (48 Bunkers) 

Silver Lake – 0 Bunkers 

Hill Top – 13 Bunkers 

Chula Vista – 12 Bunkers 

Mira Mesa – 12 Bunkers 

De La Vista – 11 Bunkers 

RAKING 

Shall be accomplished in its entirety three (3) days per week, checking and spot raking

shall be done daily to maintain a consistent playing surface. Supplier shall not utilize

mechanical rakes on slopes to  minimize sand repositioning downward. These areas shall

be hand raked pulling up the slope. Care shall  be given on depth of scarifier bolts on

mechanical rake to not penetrate below established bunker sand  depth. After weather

events, bunkers shall be repaired immediately including pumping out standing  water. 

EDGING 

Bunkers shall be edged as needed; however, no fewer than one (1) time per month.

Care shall be taken  to maintain the design outline of the bunkers to insure the integrity

of the bunker shape. Turf runners,  loss of edges, or ragged edges will be unacceptable. 

WEED CONTROL 

Weeds in sand shall be removed by hand. Spot treatments with a contact herbicide may

be performed as  needed on grass faces only. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM

(integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of application.

Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly.

If presence of Nematode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must be

performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. An application  of a nematicide

shall be applied in an appropriate perimeter width at the appropriate time. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves,

cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.). 


IRRIGATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 

SUPERVISION 

Supplier shall designate one (1) golf irrigation technician, having completed the applicable

Rain Bird Golf  Irrigation Technicians courses, per 36 executive holes to work with the

Superintendent and Assistant  Superintendent for the proper irritation system maintenance.

An assistant with a minimum training of Rain  Bird course 1220 shall accompany the

designated golf technician for additional executive holes in excess  of 36 holes

(see Part 7: Exhibits). 

SCHEDULING 

Watering shall be scheduled by the golf course superintendent and performed by the

irrigation specialist  in quantities and frequencies consistent with seasonal requirements

and budgeted allotments. (See Part  7: Exhibits) programs will be adjusted as required.

Hand watering with hoses is expected for  individualized areas as needed and can be

accomplished during the day with caution not to interfere with  players. Moisture meter

tools are to be used to aid with watering need assessments. 


INSPECTION 

Irrigation coverage shall be reviewed daily, monthly and annually. Check list to be

performed and turn in  to Executive Golf Maintenance department at monthly invoicing.

(See Part 7: Exhibits)  

SPRINKLER, VALVE, IRRIGATION LINES AND CONTROLLER REPAIR 

Replacement of all small parts or repairable parts for sprinklers, valve, and controllers

shall be repaired  without extra charge where the entire sprinkler or valve need not be

replaced. District will pay cost of  materials only. Lateral irrigation lines three (3) inches

and smaller in diameter and hydraulic tubing shall  be considered routine maintenance.

Cost of material only shall be billed separately. Lines four (4) inches  and larger shall be

repaired on a time and materials basis. District will pay Supplier $30.00 per hour for  labor.

All gate valves are to be exercised four (4) times per year. If contractor is unable to repair

4” and  larger pipe, they may sub-contract, however, any labor charges over and above

$30.00 per hour is the  contractor’s responsibility. All gate valves, splice boxes, and zone

valve boxes shall be clearly visible for  ease of locating and access. 

SATELLITES 

Satellites shall be kept in neat, pest-free condition and locked when not in use. 

DAMAGE 

Any damage to system caused by Supplier’s equipment or carelessness while carrying

out maintenance  operations shall be repaired without charge. Where practical, repairs

shall be made within one watering  period. Vandalism and/or excessive damage caused

by others or faulty controllers shall be reported  promptly to District. Cost of labor and

materials to perform repair is an extra charge and shall be paid for  by the District upon

authorization. 

LAKE BANKS AND DITCHES MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Shall be done a minimum of one (1) cycle per week during the growing season and as

dictated by the  rate of growth in the dormant season. Height of cut is not to be lower than

5" to the specified boundary of  the hazard. Selected slope and bank areas may be cut to

different specifications mutually agreed upon. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Shall be inspected on a daily basis and debris shall be removed as needed. 

AQUATIC WEED CONTROL 

Weed control and water quality maintenance shall be the responsibility of the District’s

Aquatic Weed  Control Supplier.  

CART PATH MAINTENANCE 

EDGING 

Shall be done monthly during the growing season and “as needed” in the dormant season. 

LITTER CONTROL 

The surface of the cart paths and walks shall be kept free of debris and of grass clippings

on a regular  basis. Methods of control shall be the responsibility of the golf course superintendent. 

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS 

WEEKEND AND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE 

Greens mowing, cup setting and tee service and hand watering shall be performed as

normal.

ACCESSORIES – DAILY 

1. Maintain water coolers according to federal, state, or local

Department of Health  requirements. Replace water coolers; fill

water coolers with ice and water. Backflow  prevention devices

when filling shall be utilized. Sterile washing of coolers according 

to regulations. *** 

2. Maintain/replace cup holders, fill cup holders. ***

3. Maintain/replace tee markers that are missing or damaged. *** 

4. Maintain sand trap rakes. All rakes to be free of splinters and in

good working  order. *** 

5. Maintain/replace flags two (2) times per year in December and June.

Replace poles  and cups one (1) time per year in December. *** 

6. Maintain benches. *** 

7. Maintain ball washers. Towels shall be supplied by contractor and

changed according  to wear needs. *** 

8. Maintain direction signs, stakes, ropes (permanent or temporary)

and hazard stakes  on a daily basis. *** 

All accessory items shall be maintained and kept clean. The District, upon authorization,

shall pay for  additional requested custom accessories not listed above. ***Replacement responsibility of the District,  unless damage was caused by Supplier. 

PINE STRAW MULCHING  

Pine straw applications will be the responsibility of the District. If there is a need for small

areas to be  touched up, the District can request an Extra Work Order from Supplier for

this service. 

ITEMS NOT INCLUDED 

FORCE MAJEURE DAMAGE 

Damage to the golf course as a result of forces majeures may be included but are not

limited to:  Removing blown over trees; broken limbs and shrubs; removing silt or debris

deposited by floods;  damage from freezing will be handled on an individual basis as an

extra cost to be approved by the  District. 

SPRINKLER, VALVE AND CONTROLLER REPLACEMENT 

Replacement of worn out and/or broken, non-repairable sprinklers, valves or controllers

shall be an extra  cost and must be approved by the District. 

PUMP STATION 

Repairs to all pumps or pump stations shall be the sole responsibility of the District.

Supplier must notify  the District immediately of any repairs or maintenance required. 

DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 

Installing French drains and/or dry wells to resolve drainage problems caused by excessive

run off from  roads or adjacent property shall be handled on an individual basis and an

extra cost.  

GOLF COURSE ACCESSORIES REPLACEMENT 

Any major accessory that has been stolen, damaged or vandalized shall be replaced,

repaired and/or re installed by the District. It is the responsibility of the Suppliee to bring

to the District’s attention such  needs. 

WATER USAGE 

Every effort shall be made between Supplier and the Utility Department to properly

allocate this resource  between the courses maintained by Supplier and those by others

so as to promote healthy turf conditions  and eliminate drought conditions. Every month

the District, the Supplier(s) and the Utility Department  shall review usage and attempt to

allocate this resource based on need to insure healthy turf conditions. 

DISTRICT GENERAL LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS 

The golf course maintenance Supplier shall be responsible for all labor, materials and

equipment  necessary for the proper care and maintenance of the general landscaping

areas associated with  executive golf courses.  

All general landscaping areas associated with executive golf courses are to be maintained

per the  following District general landscape maintenance specifications.

MAINTENANCE FOR VISIBILITY AND SAFETY 

All landscaping shall be maintained in a manner that allows clear passage of vehicles

and pedestrians,  provides open visibility where necessary for safety, and does not

obstruct lighting.  

Clear visibility in both daytime and nighttime is of the utmost importance for parking areas,

driveways, and  at intersections of all types.  

Trees and shrubs shall not be allowed to grow into or over sidewalks, cart paths, public or

private streets,  driveways, or parking areas in any way that conflicts with the safe passage

of pedestrians and vehicles.  

A minimum of eight (8) feet vertical clearance shall be maintained. This shall be increased

where  necessary for the passage of taller vehicles—such as vans, buses, or trucks—in

areas which must be  used by such vehicles.  

In general, hedges and shrub masses shall be maintained at a maximum height of three

(3) feet in all  areas where views must be maintained for safety of vehicular and pedestrian

traffic. However, the  property owner shall visually inspect the site (doing so on a routine

basis) to determine whether safe  visibility requires maintenance at a lower height, in any

given situation.  

Individual plants or specimens which do not specifically impede safe visibility may conform

to the other  applicable standards of these specifications.  

Trees near light poles shall be maintained as they grow to avoid impeding safe light levels,

to the greatest  extent possible.  

Pruning of all landscaping shall comply with the proper techniques outlined in these

specifications, based  on the type of plant material. But in all cases, insuring safe visibility

shall be the prevailing objective.  

TURF MAINTENANCE (NON-GOLF) 

MOWING 

Mowing of all turf areas shall be performed on a weekly basis during the normal growing

season (April  through October). During the months of November through March it is

expected that mowing will be  required twice a month unless abnormal conditions arise.

In any event, the turf shall be mowed at a  frequency to promote healthy and continued

growth as well as proper appearance at all times. 

When line trimmers are used, cutting height shall be in conjunction with mowing height.

Scalping by  either trimmers or mowers will not be acceptable. Damage to trees, shrubs

and signposts are not  acceptable. Mowing patterns shall be varied to minimize wear areas

from tires and slippage. 

Mowing height shall be based on season and what is horticulturally correct for turf variety

and location. 

The mowing specifications for Zoysia turf shall be as follows: a rotary mower shall be used

on flat or wide  open areas, and the cut-height shall be set at 2”. For smaller areas, berms

or swale-type areas, a smaller  mower shall be used to avoid scalping or an uneven cut. (If

a change in mower width or height of cut is  considered, the District Executive Golf

Maintenance Manager must approve such change, in writing,  before any work is

performed.) Zoysia turf is to be mowed every 7 days during growing seasons and 12 

to 14 days during the dormant seasons, or as needed. Zoysia turf shall be edged all

year at a frequency  and depth suitable to keep turf runners from growing into the

planting beds. 

Any unsightly clippings, which remain on the turf, shall be removed after mowing.

Walkways, streets and parking areas are to be blown or vacuumed free of clippings

after each mowing. 

LEAVES 

If the Supplier is not using a mulching mower, at certain times of the year leaves in turf

may need to be  removed with a vacuum to avoid having them accumulate in areas of

the turf, or get blown into beds,  parking lot islands or residential yards by the mowers.

In areas with parking lots associated with the  landscape maintenance, leaves and

debris are to be either raked or removed with a vacuum. Leaves are  not to be blown

into landscape beds or down storm drains. If the condition of turf declines due to failure

to  remove accumulated leaves in a timely manner, the Supplier is responsible for

replacing the turf. 


EDGING 

All necessary edging operations shall be performed routinely to trim the turf and

maintain a well-groomed  appearance for all sidewalks, curbs, plant beds, drainage

structures, irrigation valve boxes, splice boxes,  gate valve boxes, water meter boxes,

and other such interfaces between turf and different surfaces. 

Bed lines shall be edged to conform to their original design intent, with adjustments

being made  periodically for the plant growth.  

Edging shall occur in conjunction with mowing operations when required. Grass runners

shall not exceed  one inch in length along sidewalks, curbs, pavements, planting beds,

and other such edges.  

Upon completion of edging operations, the turf edge shall be neat, clean and

approximately ½ inch from  the edge of any pavement, with a minimum depth of 2 inches.  

All paved areas and mulched beds shall be free of dirt, clippings, and debris after work

is completed. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All turf varieties shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease. Regular

inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by qualified

individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions.  

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote

plant vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy

and continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals

shall comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied

by appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists.  

Chemical damage to desirable turf is unacceptable. 

WEED CONTROL 

Application of herbicides shall be done on a curative "as needed" basis. A pre-emerge

herbicide may be  used. Broadleaf weeds, sedges, and undesirable grasses shall be

kept to a minimum. Ninety five  percent (95%) weed free turf shall be expected. 

Sidewalks must be kept free of weeds in the cracks and edges throughout the area.

Spray with a non selective weed killer without a spray tracker dye as needed. The

weed pressure will dictate the frequency  the sidewalks will need to be sprayed to

maintain the cracks weed free. Caution shall be taken when  spraying weeds or grass

runners on the homeowners’ side of the sidewalk.  

Chemical damage to desirable turf is unacceptable. 

FERTILIZATION OF TURF 

ZOYSIA AND ST. AUGUSTINE/FLORATAM TURF 

A soil fertility and pH test shall be performed by the maintenance Supplier once or twice

a year from  several representative areas in the turf and landscape beds to help in

determining the analysis of the  product to use in the fertilizer application programs.

There should be a minimum of two samples per mile  of roadway tested, both from the

turf and shrub areas, one sample from every ten cul-de-sacs, and one  from every six

Villas on a rotating basis to ensure each area gets addressed at least every two or three 

years. Copies of these test results shall be provided to the owner, with tested locations

each time they  are performed. 

There should be a minimum of four (4) applications of a complete, acid-forming turf

fertilizer applied to  Zoysia and St. Augustine turf per year. 

February (After February 15th): (Zoysia and St. Augustine) A standard non-burning complete turf fertilizer  containing

a minimum of 30% to 40% of the Nitrogen in a controlled release form such as sulfur

coated or  polymer coated sulfur coated urea. There should be a minimum of 4% Iron,

6% sulfur, and 2% each of  Magnesium and Manganese. A lesser amount of Iron will be

acceptable if it is in a chelated form. The  fertilizer shall be applied at 1 pound of actual

Nitrogen per 1000 Square feet of turf. 

May: (Zoysia and St. Augustine) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and 

recommendations. 

August: (Zoysia and St. Augustine) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and 

recommendations. 

October: (St. Augustine) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and recommendations.

November: (Zoysia) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and recommendations. 

If these recommendations fail to keep the turf a consistent acceptable green color, a soil

test should be  performed and the fertilizer blend adjusted accordingly. If the fertilizer does

not keep the turf an  acceptable green color between applications during the growing

season, it may be necessary to provide  an extra application of Nitrogen and/or Iron in

order to provide suitable color, and may be requested by  the owner. This will not be

considered an extra to the contract.  

Whenever possible, schedule fertilizer applications on the day that irrigation for the area

is scheduled to  run that night. 

All turf fertilizers should be watered in immediately after application whenever possible

to prevent  Nitrogen loss due to volatilization. Sweep or blow off walks and painted

surfaces immediately after  application to avoid discoloration. Supplier will also be

responsible for sweeping or blowing fertilizer off all  walkways, parking lots, roadways

and any affected paved area. Special attention should be taken to  ensure that fertilizer

does not enter into any stormwater retention or drainage feature. 

BAHIA TURF 

There should be two applications of complete commercial turf fertilizer to Bahia grass

areas per year. 

March: A standard, non-burning complete turf fertilizer such as 16-0-8 or similar should be

applied at one  (1) pound of actual Nitrogen per 1000 square feet. (6.25 pounds of product)  

September: 9-2-24 with 6% iron, 8 to 10% Sulfur, and 2% each of Magnesium and Manganese at

one  (1) pound of actual Potassium per 1000 square feet. (4.2 pounds of product) This

will help with winter  cold tolerance. 

If yellowing occurs in between fertilizer applications, a liquid application of 12-0-0 with

iron at the label  rate, or another chelated iron source should correct the problem. 

All chemical applications shall be performed by trained, licensed operators in accordance

with applicable  local, state, and federal regulations, safety standards, and the

manufacturer’s instructions. 

All fertilizer shall be thoroughly watered in after application. 

GROUND COVER AND SHRUB MAINTENANCE 

SHRUBS 

(Indian Hawthorn, Holly SPP, Viburnum, Boxwood, and similar woody ornamentals)

These shrubs shall be pruned only as necessary to maintain their natural habit and growth

at specified  heights, to remove excessive growth, and to maintain a natural, informal

appearance. Individual plants  shall be allowed to grow together into one mass, never

shaped as individual plants.  

As the shrubs mature, individual plants should not be apparent; plants shall be allowed to

grow together  in a "soft", informal, and unsheared mass.  

At no time shall any shrubs be allowed to impede safe visibility for pedestrians and vehicles. 

Maintain most shrubs in pedestrian and parking areas for safety and visibility, usually about

30” +/-, but  always as dictated by the circumstances in any specific location. Where larger

shrubs are used for  screening of specific features, their ultimate heights shall be dictated

by the purpose for which they have  been used in the plan, and they shall be allowed to

reach the effective height and density necessary to  serve that purpose. In no instance,

however, shall any shrub be allowed to obstruct visibility for traffic and  pedestrian safety. 

Use hand clippers to remove odd, long, or undesirable branches, keeping the shape natural

and uniform.  Do not prune masses into geometric forms by hard shearing.  

Where plants are adjacent to curbs, or where shrub edges are visible, prune exposed

edge of mass back  in a natural, informal shape; do not shear vertically.  

In a massed planting, exceptionally long branches shall be cut back well inside the mass.

Selective  pruning and thinning old wood rather than overall shortening shall be done to

keep the mass vigorous and  healthy.  

Shearing shall be minimized to avoid stunted tip growth, excessive density, and unnatural

outline.  

HERBACAEOUS “GRASSY” SPECIES  

(Society Garlic, Lily-of-the-Nile, Liriope, and similar species)  

These groundcovers shall be allowed to grow to their natural height and width; pruning is

not necessary.  Cultivate to achieve dense mass; maintain separation between groundcover

and adjacent plant materials.  

Spent flower heads shall be removed regularly, as required for best appearance.  

If more than 50% of a plant is frost damaged, cut back to remove all dead or damaged

foliage after last  frost.  

WOODY GROUNDCOVERS  

(Parson’s Juniper, Blue Pacific Juniper, Lantana, and similar species)  

These groundcovers shall be allowed to grow together to form full, natural, informal

masses, maintaining  separation between adjacent plant materials.  

Prune to maintain height at 18” to 24” or as otherwise appropriate for the species, and

to prevent masses  from overgrowing curbs, sidewalks, and bed edges. Do not allow

masses to become overgrown, requiring  extensive pruning.  

Depending on degree of possible cold damage, cut back as required after last frost to

achieve intended  growth.  

Do not prune masses into geometric forms by hard shearing.  

Where plants are adjacent to curbs, sidewalks and bed edges, prune edge of mass back

in a natural,  informal shape; do not shear vertically.  

VINING GROUNDCOVERS 

(Dwarf Confederate Jasmine, English Ivy, and similar species)  

Cultivate vining groundcovers to achieve dense, entwined masses; maintain separation

between  groundcover and adjacent plant materials, by edging and/or pruning.  

Some species, such as Dwarf Confederate Jasmine, once grown in to full and dense

coverage (which  may take 2 or 3 years for some species), may be trimmed at a height

of 6” periodically to maintain a  dense and consistent level of coverage.  

Do not shear masses vertically where adjacent to curbs, bed edges, drainage structures,

valve boxes,  meter boxes, and other such interfaces. Prune exposed edge of mass back

at a maximum 45 degree  angle from horizontal, in a natural, informal shape. 

ACCENT PLANTS  

(Heavenly Bamboo, African Iris, and similar species used as accents)  

Accent plants should only be trimmed as necessary to remove excessive growth, and

shoots, while  maintaining a natural, informal appearance.  

As the plant matures, the plants shall be maintained at the intended height of the accent

feature, not  allowed to become overgrown or invasive.  

Use hand clippers to remove odd, long, or undesirable shoots, and to remove outer pups

or shoots from  overgrown clumps, keeping the shape natural, loose, and uniform. Do not

shear.  Accent plants that are damaged by the frost shall have all the damaged foliage

removed and in such  cases the damage affects the entire plant, it shall be cut back to

the ground after the last frost.

ORNAMENTAL GRASSES  

(Cordgrass, Muhly Grass, Fountain Grass, and similar species) 

Ornamental grasses shall be maintained at their natural height and width.  

To achieve best form and appearance, individual clumps shall be cut back after last frost

as appropriate  for the species; if frost damage is severe, cut the plant back to the ground. 

PRUNING OF GROUND COVER AND SHRUBS 

Plant materials and tree limbs must be kept trimmed away from multi-modal transportation

paths and  sidewalks and at no time should be allowed to encroach on these areas. 

Special attention to areas around landscape lighting fixtures shall be given not only to

promote lighting  effect, but the protection of fixtures themselves from damage. 

Ficus shall be pruned and some runners removed so the small leaf and partial covering

of walls results in  the desired effect. Ficus shall be kept out of adjacent shrub beds. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All plant material shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease.

Regular inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by

qualified individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions. When five (5%) of any

type of plant material shows signs of disease, curative action  shall be taken. 

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote

plant vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy

and continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals

shall comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied

by appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists.  

Chemical damage to desirable plant material is unacceptable. 

FERTILIZATION OF GROUNDCOVER AND SHRUBS 

Shrubs and groundcovers shall be fertilized four (4) times per year with a complete

commercial fertilizer  such as 8-2-12, 12-2-14, or 13-3-13 containing a minimum of

25% slow release Nitrogen, 6% Sulfur, 2%  of both Magnesium and Manganese,

and 3% Iron. This shall be applied in March, May, July and  October at ½ cup per

small shrub, 1 cup per large shrub, or 15 to 30 pounds per 1000 square feet of plant 

bed, depending on the spacing, type of plants, and product used. Fertilizer shall be

broadcast evenly over  the entire root zone, and care shall be taken to avoid

accumulation of fertilizer granules on leaves,  crowns, etc. 

The fertilizers should be watered in immediately after application whenever possible

to prevent Nitrogen  loss due to volatilization. Sweep or blow off walks and painted

surfaces immediately after application to  avoid discoloration. Special attention should

be taken to prevent any fertilizer from being blown, swept or  

otherwise ending up in any parking lot or roadway storm drain. Any fertilizer that ends

up upon any non target area or hard surface shall be removed and applied to a target

area.  

TREE MAINTENANCE 

CRAPE MYRTLES 

Crape Myrtles shall be maintained with an open, natural crown. The natural branching

structure shall be  maintained, light pruning only to promote healthy, natural development

form, size, and width.  

As trees mature, a clear trunk height of 8.5’ minimum shall be maintained.  

Canopies shall in no case be allowed to deter safety and visibility in traffic situations.  

Light pruning should be performed to remove seed pods as they form to promote

re-flowering. Supplier  should remove most remaining seed pods in Fall/Winter, where

overall height allows this to be done  safely. No branches larger than 1/2” in diameter,

nor more than 24” of the current year’s growth shall be  removed. 

Topping, heading cuts or trimming back to knobs is not permitted. Proper reduction cuts

may be made in  some instances with the approval of the landscape manager. 

PALMS  

Palms shall be maintained to have full, rounded heads.  

Ferns may remain but shall not be allowed to spread into planting beds.  

Seed pods shall be removed after fruiting, as possible.  

Damaged or dead palm fronds, seed heads and dates will be removed within 15’ of the

ground on some  varieties of palms at District’s request. 

LIGUSTRUM TREES  

Ligustrum Trees shall be maintained to have full natural heads, trimming the long runners,

but keeping a  loose rather than a sheared form.  

The tree should be limbed up proportionally with the size of the tree and to allow visibility,

where required  for safety.  

NELLIE STEVENS HOLLY AND RELATED SPECIES  

These trees shall be maintained to have thick and dense foliage. They should only be

pruned to promote  health, and natural development form.  

The lower limbs and foliage should never be removed. These trees are intended to obtain

their natural  shape with the foliage full to the ground. 

LIVE OAK AND RELATED SPECIES  

Live Oaks and related species are to be maintained to have thick dense foliage. They

should only be  pruned to promote healthy and natural development form. Pruning shall

be kept at a minimum.  

As trees mature, only remove necessary lower branches in order to maintain the natural

normal form of  the tree, and to allow for necessary maintenance.  

As a general rule the tree shall have 2/3 canopy and 1/3 clear trunk.  

All limbs that are pruned back to the main trunk or central leader shall be cut at the collar,

but not  damaging the collar.  

MAGNOLIAS 

Magnolias shall be maintained to have thick and dense foliage. They should only be

pruned to promote  health and natural form.  

The lower limbs and foliage should never be removed. These trees are intended to obtain

their natural  shape with the foliage full to the ground.  

Pruning shall not be done routinely, but mainly to remove diseased, damaged or dead

wood. To  encourage full and dense foliage, prune lightly in the fall or early spring

(before the spring flush), by  removing 6” to 10” of foliage in appropriate areas and

trimming leggy branches, to promote natural shape  and form. The central leader

shall not be removed.  

ALL TREE SPECIES 

Pruning shall not be done routinely, but mainly to remove diseased, damaged or dead

wood, or to provide  visibility. Supplier shall be responsible for pruning up to the first

fifteen (15) feet of trees and palms as  needed to maintain a natural and healthy appearance. 

All broken limbs or debris resulting from winds, storms, or other causes shall be removed

promptly, or  immediately if impeding safety. 

Pruning cuts shall be clean and smooth with no rough or torn bark or wood remaining.  

All suckers and water sprouts shall be removed one (1) time per year and should be done

in the cool  season when trees are dormant. 

Infestations of mistletoe, ball moss, Spanish moss and other epiphytes in the first fifteen

(15) feet of trees  and palms shall be removed on a routine basis.  

Maintenance and removal of stakes, guys, tree bracing materials, etc. for trees, palms

and large shrubs is  considered routine maintenance. Girdling of trees due to lack of

maintenance is not acceptable. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All plant material shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease. Regular

inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by qualified

individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions. When five (5%) of any type of plant

material shows signs of disease, curative action  shall be taken. 

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote plant

vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy and

continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals shall

comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied by

appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists.  

Chemical damage to desirable plant material is unacceptable. 

FERTILIZATION OF TREES 

Proper fertilization for the varied trees shall be performed three (3) times per year with a

omplete  commercial fertilizer such as 8-2-12, 12-2-14, or 13-3-13 containing a minimum

of 25% slow release  Nitrogen, 6% Sulfur, 2% of both Magnesium and Manganese, and

3% Iron. Fertilizer shall be broadcast  evenly over the entire root zone out to the drip line.

Applications shall be at the labeled rate on the bag,  and applied in March, June and

September. 

Palms shall be fertilized three (3) to four (4) times per year with a fertilizer with an analysis

of 8-2-12 plus  4% Magnesium (Mg) and 2% Manganese (Mn) and 0.10% to 0.15% Iron

(Fe), Zinc (Zn), Boron (B), and  Copper (Cu). One hundred percent (100%) of the Nitrogen

(N), Potassium (K), and Magnesium (Mg)  should be in controlled release form, while all

of the micronutrients except Iron (Fe) should be in Sulfate  form. Two percent (2%) Iron

(Fe) from Iron Sulfate can substitute for 0.15% Iron (Fe) from chelated  forms. (EDTA,

DTPA, etc.). This product is to be applied at the rate of 1.5 pounds per 100 square feet

of  palm canopy or bed area, or 15 pounds per 1000 square feet. 

ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENTS 

WEED CONTROL 

Beds are to be kept free of weeds and landscape debris and trash. Hand weeding shall

be done as  necessary. 

Application of herbicides shall be done on a curative "as needed" basis. A pre-emerge

herbicide may be  used. Broadleaf weeds, sedges, and undesirable grasses shall be

kept to a minimum. 

Chemical damage to desirable turf is unacceptable. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All plant material shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease.

Regular inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by

qualified individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions. When five (5%) of any

type of plant material shows signs of disease, curative action  shall be taken. 

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote

plant vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy

and continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals

shall comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied by

appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists. Chemical damage to desirable

plant material is unacceptable. 

REFUSE CONTROL  

Areas within the project limits shall be kept free of litter and refuse (trash, cans, paper,

bottles, cigarette  butts, etc. and accumulations of leaves, dirt and branches) at all times.  

Policing and litter pickup shall occur as often as necessary to ensure a clean, litter-free

appearance.  

REPLACEMENT OF PLANTS TO MAINTAIN DESIGN INTENT  

No changes or additions of plant materials, and no changes or additions to the design or

layout of the  landscaping shall be made without review and approval of the District.  

Any tree, palm, shrub, or groundcover plantings which die, or which are damaged or

decline to the extent  of affecting the overall appearance of the project, shall be replaced

promptly with the same species in a  size which reasonably matches the plant it is

replacing, in order to preserve the design intent and  appearance of the landscaping.  

Any tree or plant which is abusively pruned in noncompliance with these specifications

shall be replaced  by the same species in a size which reasonably matches the plant

it’s replacing.  

The Supplier shall be responsible for the full cost of such replacements where required

due to incorrect  maintenance (abusive pruning, fertilizer burn, etc.) or to inadequate

maintenance (disease, pests, fungus,  irrigation negligence, etc.). The owner shall be

responsible for the full cost of such replacements only due  to damaging acts by others,

acts of God, and/or other circumstances not attributable to actions or  inactions of the

Supplier. 

If the plan included annuals or perennials, replacements shall be made on a seasonal

basis, or whenever  required, to maintain an acceptable year-round effect. Conversion

of bedding plant areas to other  landscape plants shall be subject to review and

approval by the District. 

PINE STRAW MULCHING  

All plant beds and tree rings shall be maintained with an adequate and neat layer of pine

straw, at all  times.  

Pine straw shall be turned (fluffed) and/or added to as necessary to enhance moisture

holding capability  and a neat, clean appearance.  

The landscape maintenance Supplier will be expected to replenish missing pine straw

in important or high  visibility areas in between regularly scheduled mulching, or areas

where pine straw disappears due to  mowing operations such as in tree rings on the

roadway medians. This should be performed at no  additional cost to the District. 

Care should be taken during mulching so as to not cover landscape lighting, valves, junction

boxes or  other structures and components.  

Care shall be taken to avoid piling pine straw around the plant crowns or trunks.  One (1)

bale of pine straw is expected to cover an average of forty (40) to sixty (60) square feet

at a  depth of approximately 2” to 3”. Mature plantings will generally require less coverage

(north of CR 466).  

District Property Management will monitor the pine straw application and provide

recommendations on site as to the areas that will require more or less coverage. Maps

will be provided to the successful  proposer upon award of Agreement. 

IRRIGATION SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE 

Irrigation systems and components shall be monitored to insure that proper coverage is

achieved at all  times. 

In areas where irrigation is controlled by Rainbird Maxicom Central Control, the landscape

maintenance  Supplier will be responsible for repair and maintenance of all components

downstream from the master valve and flow-sensor such as valves, piping, irrigation

heads and components, etc. The District will be responsible for all controllers, master-

valves, flow-sensors and programming, controller troubleshooting  and diagnostics.

Irrigation systems in stand-alone mode or not connected to Central Control will remain 

the responsibility of the landscape maintenance Supplier.  

Watering frequencies and durations should be adjusted to insure healthy growth and

prevention of  disease and pest damage. The Supplier shall be responsible for staying

abreast of any and all  governmental water restrictions which may be imposed. Any fines

for violations will be the responsibility  of the Supplier. Gross neglect of water consumption

(i.e. unrepaired irrigation components, failure to turn  manual clocks off after a large rain

event, over-watering, etc.) may result in additional cost incurred by the  District pertaining

to water utility costs, fines, permits, etc., and these costs shall be passed on to the 

Supplier if they are found to be at fault. The District shall make sole determination of fault. 

Cleaning of heads, lines, and other components to be accomplished as needed. Changing

of spray types  or heights is to be done to ensure proper coverage. 

All gate valves are to be located and exercised four (4) times per year. If an emergency

arises, and the  valve has not been located, a $25.00 fine will be levied against the Supplier

whose responsibility it was to  locate the valve. Any valve not functioning that has not been

reported the previous 3 months is the  Supplier’s responsibility. We will assume that the

valve has not been exercised. Valve boxes are to be  kept clear for easy access for manual

operations and repairs. Valve boxes and satellites shall be kept  free of ants, dirt and debris. 

Damage to irrigation heads, valve boxes and other system components due to the Supplier's

operations  shall be repaired entirely at the Supplier's expense. This includes irrigation

heads that are stuck up after a  watering cycle which the Supplier fails to address and hits

while mowing. 

Batteries (9-volt or otherwise) for TBOS, UNIK and Hunter Smart Clock irrigation controllers

and other  similar stand-alone controllers are to be replaced twice per year at Daylight

Saving Time at the Supplier’s  expense and shall be included in the “per zone unit price”. 

REPAIRS 

Repairs to systems or components shall be accomplished as soon as possible to minimize

any adverse  effect to turf and or plant material. 

Repair or replacement of heads, sprays, misters, and emitters, as well as the rebuilding of

valves is  considered normal routine maintenance. Cost of material only shall be billed

separately. 

Repair of pipe 1 ½" or smaller shall be considered routine maintenance. Cost of material

only shall be  billed separately. Broken lines 1 3/4" and larger, valve and or controller

replacement, as well as major  system repairs or changes shall be approved by the

District Management Representative before  proceeding. In the event of emergencies,

isolation of areas to prevent further damage to the system or  associated plant material

or structures is to be accomplished until repairs can be made. Cost on these  types of

repairs or replacements may include material and labor charges of $30.00 per hour.

Two- (2)  inch pipe or larger must be gasketed with proper thrust blocking as needed.

District Representative prior  to back filling must inspect repairs. Repairs shall be

completed within forty-eight (48) hours. The Supplier  will be responsible for providing

the necessary equipment for any and all irrigation repairs including  mainline repairs.

The District will not reimburse the Supplier for additional equipment rental charges. If 

the repairs are sub-contracted out, the Supplier will be responsible for all charges over

$30.00 per hour. 

Troubleshooting of irrigation controllers includes solenoids, fuses, transformers, power

supplies, zone  wiring, etc. and is considered normal routine maintenance. Normal routine

irrigation maintenance  includes all components except pump stations for those systems

not controlled through Arnett  Environmental. 

DRAINAGE 

STORM WATER COLLECTION 

Sediment that washes into drainage swales shall be routinely removed from swales and

storm pipes at  road entrances, or as requested by District Property Management.


BASINS 

Suppliers shall remove and dispose of all trash and debris from the bed areas and

shoreline of basins as  part of the normal maintenance routine. 

OPERATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 

SITE CLEANLINESS AND CONDITION 

As much as possible, all areas shall be kept free of litter, landscape and or construction

debris. It is  expected that during the routine performance of the different maintenance

operations that the Supplier  and workers are to be aware of site conditions and keep

a neat and clean appearance. It should be  understood that “THE VILLAGES” is a

continuously growing and changing area. Development and  construction will from time

to time cause damage, or will interrupt the routine maintenance program. It is  important

that problems, or potential problems, should be brought to the attention of the District 

Representative as soon as possible for action. 

SAFETY 

All Supplier and Sub-Contractor personnel shall wear any necessary personal protective

equipment in the  performance of their duties to include reflective, high visibility safety

vests, protective eye wear or face  shields, respiratory protection as necessary, gloves

and protective clothing. 

Supplier shall be responsible for adhering to all local, state and federal safety guidelines

and observe all  safety precautions when performing services on District property,

roadways and right-of-ways to include  safe location of parked vehicles, use of safety

cones, signage, flag personnel as necessary, use of  reflective, high visibility safety

vests on all personnel and vehicles which are clearly identifiable as  belonging to the

Supplier. Personnel not adhering to these safety guidelines will be asked to leave the 

property. 

REGULAR LANDSCAPE MEETINGS 

Supplier will be required to participate in regular landscape and irrigation meetings with

District Property  Management staff and Landscape Manager, held monthly or as requested

by DPM Staff. The Supplier  shall respond to any issues that are presented on the agenda

or arise during the course of the meetings  in writing within three (3) working days. 

SUB CONTRACTING 

The Supplier may subcontract certain procedures or operations with the written approval of

the District  Management. Proof of proper licensing and insurance to be provided upon

request. The Supplier is held  responsible for any work performed by any subcontractor

engaged. 

WORKFORCE 

It is desired that the Supplier employees be dressed in a uniform fashion with the company

identification.  Vehicles as well should be easily identified. A neat and clean appearance

should be maintained as much  as possible. Supplier employees should be instructed to

be helpful and courteous to residents, other  employees, and visitors at all times. Supplier

will provide The District with a current list of all employees. 

As per Federal laws and guidelines, all Suppliers must only employ individuals who are

legally authorized  to work in the United States of America. Any Supplier who enters into

a contract/agreement with the  District hereby acknowledges that the Supplier only employs

individuals who are legally authorized to  work in the United States and to the extent that

the Supplier is employing individuals who are not legally  authorized to work in the United

States, it is understood that District will not be responsible for any  violations of Federal

law and the Supplier, solely, will be responsible and liable for any violations and or 

penalties associated with such violation. Successful Supplier(s) shall execute and submit

the required E verification forms. 

PARKING 

Suppliers' vehicles and trailers shall be parked where they do not impede traffic or

visibility at an  intersection, round-about or on a roadway. All necessary safety precautions

are to be observed when  Supplier’s personnel are working in or around roadways.


SUPERVISION 

The contractor shall provide sufficient supervision of all maintenance and or repair

work being performed.  Supervisors shall be able to communicate problems to the

District Golf Representative at any time, and  shall be easily accessible to the

Representative by cell phone at all times. Owner shall be notified of any  change in

supervisory personnel. 

The contractor shall provide a knowledgeable, experienced and well-rounded supervisor

to oversee each  major District contract area. It is expected that the Contractor will

assign no less than one (1)  Superintendent per 36 executive holes and no less

than one (1) Assistant Superintendent per 36  executive holes. A monthly walk through

with the District Golf Representative to be performed to cover  work being accomplished,

special needs or concerns and other related information. 

A good working relationship with other maintenance contractors is to be established and

maintained.  

ADDITIONAL WORK 

From time to time additional work may be requested of the Supplier by the District

Representative. A cost  estimate based on unit pricing submitted under this RFP, a

schedule, or other determining information  may be required before approval of work

is to be granted. Each situation will be considered on a case by  case basis. All additional

work shall be completed in a timely manner and not take from the  normal/routine

maintenance duties in the contract. 

CHANGES 

It is expected that development growth will necessitate additional areas to be routinely

maintained under  the same specifications, or as amended by the management or its

representative. It is the intent to be  able to add or delete areas as necessary with the

related cost increases or decreases to be handled  through the implementation of a

change order approved by the management. The management does  reserve the right to  

disapprove any changes. In such case other Suppliers may be engaged for the change.

Any changes  shall be in writing to be legally binding on both parties. No payment shall

be made for invoices that do not  have written authorization so documented. The District

reserves the right to assign new areas being  developed to the Supplier who, in the

determination by the District, would best be able to perform said  services. 

SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE 

It is estimated that the frequency and guidelines set forth in this Exhibit will provide the

quality desired.  However, in the event it does not, Supplier agrees to provide such

reasonable additional services without  further compensation. Satisfactory performance

of work under this Agreement shall be based on these  maintenance specifications,

as measured by the Owner in its discretion. 

The determination of satisfactory performance will be based upon the satisfactory

appearance of the  grounds, not whether anticipated projections of cycle frequencies

have been performed. The appearance  and quality of the grounds will be reviewed

on a periodic basis by the Owner. Supplier performance will  be evaluated and

adjustments to the technical maintenance specifications, if required, will be made. 

It is recognized that at times, the development of new areas will damage or deter

the maintaining of  existing areas. Seasonal weather differences may cause some

variation in vegetation growth  characteristics and that different stages during the

care cycle may vary from the desired appearance. 

Any plant, tree, grass or shrub that dies due to Suppliers negligence shall be replaced

by the Supplier,  except in instances involving acts of God, theft, vandalism or the

negligence of others, in which case the  plants may be replaced at the Owners direction

at no additional cost to the Supplier.  

Any damage to walls, landscape, lighting or hardscape features by the Supplier shall

be repaired by the  respective tradesmen initiated though the District Representative

so all warranties remain effective. All  billing for said repairs will be directed to the

Supplier responsible for said area and cost of repairs.




The Scope of Work above was copied from the Request for Proposal below.  


REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 

FOR 

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FOR LINDSEY LANE 

EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES (5), KNUDSON SOFTBALL FIELD

  AND RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING 

RFP #22P-025 

Issued By: 

Village Community Development Districts  

Purchasing Department 

Kathy Godfrey, Buyer 

1071 Canal Street 

The Villages, Florida 32162 

Phone (352) 751-6700 * Fax (352) 751-6715 

www.districtgov.org 

kathleen.godfrey@districtgov.org  

Date of Issue: June 1, 2022 

Due Date / Time: June 28, 2022 at 3:00 PM

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

CALENDAR OF EVENTS / BID TIMELINE 

Listed below are the important dates and times by which the actions noted must be

completed.  All dates are subject to change by the Purchasing Department. If the

Purchasing Department finds it necessary to change any of these dates or times

prior to the Bid due date, the change  will be accomplished by addendum. 

ACTION COMPLETION DATE 

Issue RFP 

June 1, 2022 

MANDATORY  

Pre-Proposal Conference 

June 8, 2022 AT 9:00am 

Executive Golf Conference Room located at  1026 Canal St.,  

The Villages, FL 32162 

Last Day for Questions June 21, 2022 by 4:00PM Proposals Due June 28, 2022 by 3:00PM 

Public Proposal Opening June 28, 2022 at 3:15pm Purchasing Conference

Room located at 

1071 Canal St.  

The Villages, FL 32162 

Selection Committee Meeting July 20, 2022 at 9:00AM Executive Conference

Room located at 

984 Old Mill Run  

The Villages, FL 32162 

*Next Regularly Scheduled Meeting after  

District Board Approvals 

Village Community Development Districts 

all Pertinent Forms and Documents are  Complete and ready for Board  Review/Approval

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Purchasing Department 

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

PART 1 ..........................................................................................................

........ 5  INTENT AND GENERAL INFORMATION 

PART 2 ...........................................................................................................

................. 16  EVALUATION PROCESS 

PART 3 .......................................................................................................

.................... 18  PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL 

PART 4 .........................................................................................................

................... 19  SCOPE OF SERVICES 

PART 5 ..........................................................................................................

................... 44  REQUIRED PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS 

PART 6 .........................................................................................................

.................... 68  EXHIBITS 

PART 7 .........................................................................................................

................... 77  PROJECT PLANS 

 

Village Community Development Districts 

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Purchasing Department 

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

COMPLETENESS OF PROPOSAL CHECKLIST 

Proposers remain responsible for reading the entire Proposal document to insure that they are in

compliance. Proposals may be considered subject to rejection if, in the sole opinion of the District,

there is a serious omission, unauthorized alteration of form, an unauthorized alternate Proposal,

incomplete or unbalanced unit price, or irregularities of any kind. The District reserves the right to

request corrections of minor errors or irregularities. The District may reject as non-responsive,

any or all Proposals where Proposers fail to acknowledge receipt of Addenda  as prescribed. 

Proposal Cover Page – all information completed and signed 

Proposal Forms – (Two (2) Separate Forms, each must be signed and dated)  submitted in correct format, accurate calculations, and signed  

(ONLY EXCEL PROPOSALS SHALL BE ACCEPTED. The file(s) can be found on 

DemandStar and the District Webpage) 

Separate Additional Pricing Form for Aerification, Bed Lines and Pine Straw Removal

NOT  APPLICABLE 

Florida Friendly and Drought Tolerant Plant Material Pricing (Installed) [Sign and date] NOT  APPLICABLE 

Irrigation Equipment Pricing (Installed) [Sign and date] NOT APPLICABLE 

Wildlife Habitat Management Plan – signed  

Fertilizer Program – signed NOT APPLICABLE 

Exceptions or Deviations to Specifications – signed and/or information completed 

Disclosure of Sub-contractors, Sub-consultants and Suppliers – signed and/or

information  completed 

Proposer’s Certification – Addenda acknowledged and form signed 

Insurance Requirements 

Statement of Terms and Conditions – signed  

Supplier Certification Regarding Scrutinized Companies’ List – signed  

Drug Free Workplace Certificate – signed and notarized 

Anti-Collusion Form – completed and signed  

Statement of Contractor’s Experience, Equipment and Personnel – all information

completed, five  (5) references including all contact information, signed and notarized 

W-9 – completed and signed 

Copy of Required/Applicable Licenses or Certifications per specifications 

Complete Staffing Plan (contractors are required to provide their staffing plan for the  project/contract

with their submittal. 

Exhibit “A-2” Complete Staffing Plan (contractors are required to provide their staffing plan  for each location of the project/contract with their submittal. NOT APPLICABLE 

 Required Number of Submittals (1 Original & 5 copies and a new CD or USB Flash Drive) 

This checklist shall not be construed as a complete list. Vendor is responsible

to ensure all  requirements of the solicitation are completed.

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PART 1 

INTENT AND GENERAL INFORMATION 

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 

The Village Center Community Development District is requesting proposals for

landscape  maintenance services for the Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses,

Knudson softball field and Rio  Grande Lawn Bowling. Sealed proposals will be

received by the Village Community Development  Districts Purchasing Department

located at 1071 Canal Street, The Villages, Florida 32162, until 3:00  PM on June 28,

2022 for: RFP #22P-025 Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Land Executive Golf 

Courses (5), Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling. All timely received

Proposals  shall be opened at 3:15pm in the Conference Room located at 1071 Canal

Street, The Villages, FL  32162. Proposers shall take careful notice of the following

conditions of this Request for Proposal: 

Submissions by FAX, in person or by other electronic media (in exception to

DemandStar) will not  be accepted under any circumstances. Late submissions will not

be accepted under any  circumstances. 

Submitters may withdraw and/or replace bids at any time until the deadline for submission

of  proposals. 

All questions received by 4:00 pm on June 21, 2022 will be considered. Questions will not be 

answered over the phone. Questions must be in writing sent via e-mail to  

kathleen.godfrey@districtgov.org 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

Must have minimum of ten (10) years of Golf Course Landscape Maintenance experience.  

MANDATORY PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE  

A MANDATORY pre-proposal conference will be held on June 8, 2022 at 9:00 AM. Interested

Suppliers  are to meet in the Executive Golf Conference Room located at 1026 Canal St, The

Villages, FL 32162.  Suppliers are required to attend the MANDATORY pre-proposal conference

for a clear understanding of  the project. Only those Suppliers who are present at the MANDATORY

pre-proposal conference will be  permitted to submit a proposal in response to this solicitation.

Supplier’s failure to attend the  MANDATORY pre-proposal conference shall result in the

non-acceptance/rejection of a proposal  submittal from Supplier. For directions, please contact

Kathy Godfrey at 352-751-6700.  

ON-SITE VISITS 

Contractors are encouraged to visit the golf courses to get a better knowledge and understanding

of what  is required. Courses shall be visited only during their closing times. Please contact

Kevin Sackville at  Tierra Del Sol Country Club 352-750-4600, cell number 207-318-2654 for

assistance and golf cart needs.  Closing times are as follows: 

Silver Lake – 1st and 3rd Monday of the month 

Hill Top – 2nd and 4th Monday of the month 

Chula Vista– 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 

Mira Mesa – 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 

De La Vista – 1st and 3rd Friday of the month

  

FORMS & SPECIFICATIONS 

Respondents are required to use the official PROPOSAL/BID FORMS, and all attachments itemized 

herein are to be submitted as a single document. Any variation from the minimum specifications must

be  clearly stated on the PROPOSAL/BID FORMS and explained in detail on the EXCEPTION /

DEVIATION  FORM.  

HOW TO SUBMIT A RESPONSE 

One complete response packet (1 original, 5 copies and 1 electronic copy on a new CD or USB

Flash  Drive) with all required documents as itemized and included herein is to be submitted in a

sealed  envelope, on the outside of which shall be prominently marked with the formal Solicitation

number and  name together with the name and address of the Respondent. The response packet

should be neat,  professional in appearance and bound appropriately for the document’s thickness

however, Please DO  NOT use 3-Ring Binders if possible. The original response packet shall have original signatures

and  clearly noted with ORIGINAL on the cover. All responses shall be mailed or hand delivered to

the  Purchasing Department at the address given, by the date and time set forth herein.

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BIDDER RESPONSIBILITY 

Respondents are fully and completely responsible for the labeling, identification and delivery of their 

proposals. The Purchasing Department will not be responsible for any mislabeled or misdirected 

submissions, nor those handled by delivery persons, couriers, or the U. S. Postal Service. 

Submissions shipped by express delivery, or in overnight or courier envelopes, boxes, or 

packages must be prominently marked on the outside of such envelopes, boxes or packages

with  the sealed proposal identification. 

Any envelopes, boxes, or packages which are not properly labeled, identified, and prominently 

marked with the sealed proposal identification, may be inadvertently opened upon receipt, 

thereby invalidating such proposals and excluded from the official proposal opening process. 

Invitation by the Village Community Development Districts to Respondents is based on the 

recipient’s specific request and application to www.demandstar.com, www.districtgov.org, or as  the result of response by the public to the legal advertisements required by State

and District law.  Firms or individuals submit their responses on a voluntary basis, and therefore

are not entitled to  compensation of any kind. 

A person or affiliate who has been placed on the Convicted Vendor list following a conviction

for a  public entity crime may not submit a proposal on a contract to provide any goods or

services to a  public entity, may not submit a proposal on a contract with a public entity for

the construction or  repair of a public building or public work, may not submit proposals on

leases of real property to a  public entity, may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor,

supplier, subcontractor, or  consultant under a contract with any public entity, and may not

transact business with any public  entity in excess of $35,000 (the threshold amount provided

in Section 287.017, for CATEGORY  TWO) for a period of thirty-six (36) months from the date

of being placed on the Convicted  Vendor list. 

Proposals that are incomplete, unbalanced, conditional, obscure, or which contain additions

not  called for, alterations, or irregularities of any kind, or which do not comply with these

documents  may be rejected at the option of the District. 

Any Respondent who submits a no-proposal response shall submit the no-proposal response

in  an envelope marked on the outside of the mailing envelope, together with the required

proposal  identification number. 

PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED 

The following documents and forms in the following arrangement must accompany each proposal

or  alternate proposal submitted: 

Proposal Cover Page. This is to be used as the first page of the RFP. This form must be fully 

completed and signed by an authorized officer of the Respondent. 

Proposal Form(s) (Two (2) Separate Forms, each must be signed and datedAdditional Pricing Form for Aerification, Bed Lines and Pine Straw Removal NOT

APPLICABLE Florida Friendly and Drought Tolerant Plant Material Pricing NOT APPLICABLE

Irrigation Equipment Pricing NOT APPLICABLE 

Wildlife Habitat Management Plan 

Fertilizer Program NOT APPLICABLE 

Exceptions or Deviations to Specifications form.  

Disclosure of Subcontractors, Sub consultants and Suppliers 

Proposer Certification / Addenda Acknowledgement Form. 

Insurance Requirements 

General Terms and Conditions statement must be signed and returned with the proposal form.

Scrutinized Companies 

A sworn, notarized Drug Free Work Place Certificate must accompany each proposal or

alternate  proposal.

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A sworn, notarized Statement of Contractor’s Experience, Equipment and Personnel. W-9  

Anti-Collusion Statement 

Any and all applicable licenses or certifications must be included (if required). This can also 

include any additional certifications or education of the organization or of staff who will be 

performing the actual work. 

Complete Staffing Plan (contractors are required to provide their staffing plan for the  project/contract

with their submittal. 

Exhibit “A-2” Proposed Service Schedule Template NOT APPLICABLE 

Required Number of Submittals (1 Original & 5 copies and a new CD or USB Flash Drive)  

This list shall not be construed as a complete listing of required documents. It

remains the  Contractor’s responsibility to ensure all requirements of their bid

submittal are met. 

EXAMINATION OF PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS 

Each Respondent shall carefully examine the Drawings and/or Specifications and other 

applicable documents, and inform himself/herself thoroughly regarding any and all conditions

and  requirements that may in any manner affect cost, progress or performance of the work to

be  performed under the  

Contract. Ignorance on the part of the Respondent will in no way relieve him/her of the 

obligations and responsibilities assumed under the Contract. 

Should a Respondent find discrepancies or ambiguities in, or omissions from the Drawings

and/or  Specifications, or should he/she be in doubt as to their meaning, he/she shall at once

notify the  Purchasing Department, in writing. 

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS 

The contractor shall maintain, on a primary basis and at its sole expense, at all times while

performing  work for any of the Districts, the “Standard Insurance Requirements” described herein. Contractors  responding to a competitive formal solicitation shall provide

with their submittal, a Certificate of Insurance  (COI) or a letter from the insurance company

stating required coverage is obtainable. Prior to  commencement of any work for the Districts,

a COI fulfilling all Standard Insurance requirements must  be received and approved by VCCDD.

Work is defined as any service provided to the Districts by a  vendor/contractor who must access

District property in order to provide the service(s). The requirements  contained herein, as well as

the District’s review or acknowledgement, is not intended to and shall not  in any manner limit or

qualify the liabilities and obligations assumed by the contractor under this 

contract. 

Standard Insurance Requirements 

Financial Rating of Insurance Companies - All insurance companies must have financial rating

of A or higher by A.M. Best Company, Inc. with the exception of self-insured insurance companies. 

Commercial General Liability Insurance - The contractor shall maintain Commercial General

Liability  Insurance at a limit of liability not less than $1,000,000 each occurrence and a $2,000,000

annual  aggregate. Due to the nature of the work involved, consultants performing program and/or

contract  management services are required to maintain $1,000,000 each occurrence and

$1,000,000 annual  aggregate. The coverage shall not contain any endorsement(s) excluding nor

limiting product /completed  operations, independent contractors, broad form property damage,

X-C-U Coverage, contractual  liability or cross liability. The self-insured retention or deductible

shall not exceed $50,000. 

o Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an  “Additional Insured” on the

Commercial General Liability Insurance with a “CG 2010  Additional Insured – Owners,

Lessees, or Contractors,” or “CG2026 Additional  Insured – Owners, Lessees, or

Contractors – Scheduled Person or Organization  endorsement,” or similar endorsement

providing equal or broader “Additional  Insured” coverage. In addition, the contractor shall

endorse all Districts as an 

“Additional Insured” under the contractor’s Commercial Umbrella/Excess Liability as 

required herein. *

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o Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of  subrogation in favor of the District, contractor,

subcontractor, architects, or  engineers for each required policy providing coverage during

the life of this contract.  When required by the insurer, or should a policy condition not

permit the contractor  to enter into a pre-loss agreement to waive subrogation without

an endorsement,  then the contractor shall notify the insurer and request the policy be

endorsed with a  waiver of transfer of rights of recovery against others, or an equivalent 

endorsement. This waiver of subrogation requirement shall not apply to any policy  that

includes a condition specifically prohibiting such an endorsement, or voids  coverage

should the contractor enter into such an agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

Business Automobile Liability Insurance - The contractor shall maintain Business Automobile

Liability  Insurance at a limit of liability not less than $1,000,000 each occurrence. Coverage shall

include liability  for owned, non-owned, and hired automobiles. In the event the contractor does not

own automobiles, the  contractor shall maintain coverage for hired and non-owned auto liability,

which may be satisfied by way  of endorsement to the Commercial General Liability policy or

separate Business Auto Liability policy. 

o Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an  “Additional Insured” on the Business

Automobile Liability Insurance with a “CG 2010  Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or

Contractors,” or “CG2026 Additional  Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors –

Scheduled Person or Organization  endorsement,” or similar endorsement providing

equal or broader “Additional Insured”  coverage. In addition, the contractor shall endorse

all Districts as an “Additional  Insured” under the contractor’s Commercial Umbrella/Excess

Liability as required  herein. *  

o Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of  subrogation in favor of the District, contractor,

subcontractor, architects, or engineers  for each required policy providing coverage during

the life of this contract. When  required by the insurer, or should a policy condition not

permit the contractor to enter  into a pre-loss agreement to waive subrogation without an

endorsement, then the  contractor shall notify the insurer and request the policy be

endorsed with a waiver of  transfer of rights of recovery against others, or an equivalent

endorsement. This  waiver of subrogation requirement shall not apply to any policy that

includes a  condition specifically prohibiting such an endorsement, or voids coverage

should the 

contractor enter into such an agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

Worker’s Compensation Insurance and Employers Liability Insurance - The contractor, any

sub consultants or subcontractors shall maintain their own Worker’s Compensation Insurance

and  Employers Liability in accordance with Florida Statute Chapter 440. In case any class of

employees  engaged in hazardous work at the site of the operations is not protected under the

Worker’s  Compensation statute, the Vendor shall provide, and cause each sub consultant or

subcontractor to  provide adequate insurance for the protection of its employees not otherwise

protected. The Vendor  must provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) showing Worker’s

Compensation coverage or must  provide an exemption certificate issued by the State of

Florida showing that the Vendor is exempt from  Worker’s Compensation insurance requirements.

(NOTE: Elective exemptions or coverage through an employee leasing arrangement will be on a

case-by-case basis). 

Umbrella or Excess Liability Insurance (needed for large contracts as determined and

approved  by the Purchasing Director) - The contractor shall maintain either a Commercial

Umbrella or Excess  Liability Insurance at a limit of liability not less than $2,000,000 each

occurrence and $2,000,000  aggregate. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an

“Additional Insured” on the Umbrella or  Excess Liability Insurance, unless the Commercial

Umbrella/Excess Liability Insurance provides  coverage on a pure “True Follow- Form” basis,

or the District is automatically defined as an additional  protected person. Any self- insured

retention or deductible shall not exceed $50,000. 

Professional or Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance (when applicable) - The

contractor shall  maintain a Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions policy at a limit of

liability no less than  $1,000,000 per claim/loss and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The contractor shall endorse all  Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the Professional and/or

Errors and Omissions Liability  Insurance.

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o Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an  “Additional Insured” on the

Professional or Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance  with a “CG 2010 Additional

Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors,” or  “CG2026 Additional Insured – Owners,

Lessees, or Contractors – Scheduled  Person or Organization endorsement,” or similar

endorsement providing equal or  broader “Additional Insured” coverage. In addition, the

contractor shall endorse all  Districts as an “Additional Insured” under the contractor’s

Commercial  Umbrella/Excess Liability as required herein. *  

o Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of  subrogation in favor of the District, contractor,

subcontractor, architects, or engineers for  each required policy providing coverage during

the life of this contract. When required by  the insurer, or should a policy condition not

permit the contractor to enter into a pre-loss  agreement to waive subrogation without an

endorsement, then the contractor shall notify  the insurer and request the policy be

endorsed with a waiver of transfer of rights of  recovery against others, or an equivalent

endorsement. This waiver of subrogation 

requirement shall not apply to any policy that includes a condition specifically

prohibiting  such an endorsement, or voids coverage should the contractor enter

into such an  agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

Professional Liability for IT including Cyber Risk (when applicable) - The contractor shall

maintain  Professional Liability Insurance for IT Technology including cyber risk policy at a limit

of liability no less  than $1,000,000 per claim/loss and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The

contractor shall endorse all  Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the Professional IT Liability

Insurance. 

o Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as  an “Additional Insured” on the

Professional Liability for IT Insurance with a  “CG 2010 Additional Insured – Owners,

Lessees, or Contractors,” or “CG2026  Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or

Contractors – Scheduled Person or  Organization endorsement,” or similar

endorsement providing equal or broader  “Additional Insured” coverage. In addition,

the contractor shall endorse all  Districts as an “Additional Insured” under the

contractor’s Commercial  Umbrella/Excess Liability as required herein.  

o Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of  subrogation in favor of the District,

contractor, subcontractor, architects, or  engineers for each required policy providing

coverage during the life of this  contract. When required by the insurer, or should a

policy condition not permit  the contractor to enter into a pre-loss agreement to waive

subrogation without  an endorsement, then the contractor shall notify the insurer and

request the  policy be endorsed with a waiver of transfer of rights of recovery against 

others, or an equivalent endorsement. This waiver of subrogation requirement  shall

not apply to any policy that includes a condition specifically prohibiting  such an

endorsement, or voids coverage should the contractor enter into such 

an agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

*Note: The individual Districts that shall be endorsed and listed as Additional Insureds on all policies  are: 

Village Center Community Development District 

Sumter Landing Community Development District 

Brownwood Community Development District 

Village Community Development Districts 1 – 14 

North Sumter County Utility Dependent District 

Wildwood Utility Dependent District 

Coleman Ridge Community Development District 

Middleton A Community Development District 

All at the following street address: 

 984 Old Mill Run 

 Attention: Risk Management 

 The Villages, FL 32162

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Indemnification - The contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless all of the Districts,

its  offices, agents and employees from and against any and all claims, losses or liability, or any

portion  thereof, including attorney’s fees and costs, arising from injury or death to persons,

including injuries,  sickness, disease or death to contractor’s own employees or damage to

property occasioned by a  negligent act, omission or failure of the contractor. 

Builder’s Risk Insurance - Required for all projects when a new building is being constructed

from the  ground up. The contractor, prior to notice to proceed or commencement of work,

whichever occurs  first, shall obtain Builder’s Risk Insurance providing coverage to protect the

interests of the Districts,  contractor, and subcontractors. Coverage shall be written on an

All- Risk, Replacement Cost, and  Completed Value Form basis in an amount at least equal to

100% of the projected completed value of  the project as well as subsequent modifications of that

sum. Flat deductible(s) shall not exceed  $50,000, wind percentage deductible (when applicable)

shall not exceed ten-percent (10%), and flood  sub limit shall not be less than 25% of the projected

completed value of the project. The contractor  shall endorse the policy with a manuscript

endorsement eliminating the automatic termination of  coverage in the event the building is

occupied in whole or in part, or put to its intended use, or partially  accepted by the District. The

manuscript endorsement shall amend the automatic termination clause to  only terminate coverage

if the policy expires, is cancelled, the District’s interest in the building ceases,  or the building is

accepted or insured by the District. The contractor shall endorse the District’s as  “Additional

Insured”, or “Loss Payee”, on the Builder’s Risk Policy. Builder’s Risk Insurance is not  required

for additions or renovations that will alter and/or add to an existing permanent structure.  

Deductibles, Coinsurance Penalties, and Self-Insured Retention - The contractor shall be fully

and  solely responsible for any costs or expenses as a result of a coverage deductible, coinsurance

penalty,  or self- insured retention; including any loss not covered because of the operation of such

deductible,  coinsurance penalty, self-insured retention, or coverage exclusion or limitation. For

deductible amounts  that exceed the amounts stated herein that are acceptable to the District, the

Contractor shall, when  requested by the District, maintain a Commercial Surety Bond in an amount

equal to said deductible  amount. 

Right to Revise or Reject - The District reserves the right, but not the obligation, to review and

revise  any insurance requirement, not limited to limits, coverages and endorsements based on

insurance  market conditions affecting the availability or affordability of coverage; or changes in

the scope of  work/specifications affecting the applicability of coverage. Additionally, the District

reserves the right,  but not the obligation, to review and reject any insurance policies failing to

meet the criteria stated  herein, or any insurer(s) providing coverage due to its poor financial

condition or failure to operate  legally. In such events, the District shall provide the contractor

written notice of such revisions or rejections. 

No Representation of Coverage Adequacy - The coverages, limits or endorsements required

herein  protect the primary interests of the Districts, and these coverages, limits or endorsements

shall in no  way be required to be relied upon when assessing the extent or determining appropriate

types and  limits of coverage to protect the contractor against any loss exposures, whether as a

result of the  project or otherwise. 

Certificate(s) of Insurance - The contractor shall provide the VCCDD Purchasing Department 

with a COI clearly evidencing that all coverage, limits, and endorsements required herein are 

maintained and in full force and effect and copies of endorsements (additional insured and waiver

of  subrogation) shall be submitted with the COI. A minimum thirty (30) day endeavor to notify due

to  cancellation or non-renewal of coverage shall be identified on each COI. In the event the District

is  notified that a required insurance coverage will cancel or expire during the period of this  contract,

the contractor agrees to furnish the District prior to the expiration of such insurance, a new  COI

evidencing replacement coverage. When notified by the District, the contractor agrees not to 

continue work pursuant to this contract, unless all required insurance remains in effect. The

District  shall have the right, but not the obligation, of prohibiting the contractor from entering the

project site  until a new COI is provided to the District evidencing the replacement coverage. The

contractor  agrees the District reserves the right to withhold payment to the contractor until evidence

of reinstated  or replacement coverage is provided to the District. If the contractor fails to maintain

the insurance as  set forth herein, the contractor agrees the District shall have the right, but not the

obligation, to 

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purchase replacement insurance and the contractor agrees to reimburse any premiums or expenses

incurred by theDistrict. 

The Contractor Agrees the COI shall:  

I. Clearly indicate all the Districts have been endorsed on the Commercial General Liability 

Insurance and the Business Automobile Liability Insurance with a “CG 2010 Additional  Insured –

Owners, Lessees, or Contractors,” or “CG 2026 Additional Insured – Owners,  Lessees, or

Contractors – Scheduled Person or organization endorsement,” or similar 

endorsement providing equal or greater “Additional Insured” coverage. 

II. Clearly indicate a waiver of subrogation endorsement in favor of all the Districts on the 

Commercial General Liability Insurance and the Business Automobile Liability Insurance  policies

III. Clearly indicate all Districts are endorsed as an “Additional Insured”, or “Loss Payee” on the 

Builder’s Risk Insurance, and when applicable, “Additional Insured” on the Commercial Umbrella/

Excess Liability Insurance as required herein. 

IV. Clearly identify each policy’s limits, flat and percentage deductibles, sub limits, or self- insured

retentions, which exceed the amounts or percentages set forth herein. 

V. Clearly indicate a minimum thirty (30) day endeavor to notify requirement in the event of 

cancellation or non-renewal ofcoverage. 

VI. The original COI and copies of all required endorsements should be forwarded and clearly 

indicate certificate holder and “Additional Insured” as follows: 

Village Center Community Development District 

Sumter Landing Community Development District 

Brownwood Community Development District 

Village Community Development Districts 1 – 14  

North Sumter County Utility Dependent District 

Wildwood Utility Dependent District 

Coleman Ridge Community Development District 

Middleton A Community Development District 

 Mailing address: 

 984 Old Mill Run Attn: Risk Management Department The Villages, FL 32162  

NOTICE: On rare occasions, exceptions to the required insurance limits are needed.  The Risk

Management department may adjust such requirements if deemed necessary. Exceptions  are

valid only for the applicable project or fiscal year in which they are granted. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

W-9: Every Vendor is required to provide a signed and completed current W-9  Request for

Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification Form. The District  requests an updated form

at least every four years. 

Occupational License: If the county that your business resides in requires you to  obtain an Occupational

License, a copy of your current County Occupational License  or Tax Receipt is required. 

Contact Information: Every Vendor should provide a Contact Name, Phone Number  and Email Address for

notification purposes. 

INTERPRETATIONS, CLARIFICATIONS AND ADDENDA 

No oral interpretations will be made to any vendor as to the meaning of the Proposal/

Agreement  Documents. Any inquiry or request for interpretation received by the Purchasing

Department  before 4:00pm on June 21, 2022, will be given consideration. All such changes

or interpretations  will be made in writing in the form of an addendum and, if issued, will be

distributed at or after the  Pre-Proposal Conference (if applicable) and uploaded to

www.demandstar.com and  www.districtgov.org. Each Proposer shall acknowledge receipt of such addenda in the space  provided on the

Proposer’s Certification Form.

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In case any Proposer fails to acknowledge receipt of such addenda or addendum, his/her 

proposal will nevertheless be construed as though it had been received and acknowledged

and  the submission of his/her Proposal will constitute acknowledgment of the receipt of same.

All  addenda are a part of the Proposal Documents and each Proposer will be bound by such 

addenda, whether or not received by him/her. It is the responsibility of each Proposer to verify 

that he/she has received all addenda issued before Proposals are opened. 

In the case of unit price items, the quantities of work to be done and materials to be furnished 

under this Proposal/Agreement are to be considered as approximate only and are to be used 

solely for the comparison of Proposals received. The District and its Consultants do not

expressly  or by implication represent that the actual quantities involved will correspond

exactly therewith;  nor shall the Proposer plead misunderstanding or deception because of

such estimate or  quantities of work performed or material furnished in accordance with the

Specifications and/or  Drawings and other proposal documents, and it is understood that the

quantities may be  increased or diminished as provided herein without in any way invalidating

any of the unit or lump  sum prices proposal. 

ALTERNATES 

When certain items of equipment and/or materials are specified and/or described as the product of

a  particular manufacturer together with any required additional information such as model number,

size or  catalog number, only such specific items may be used in preparing the Proposal, except as

hereinafter  provided. 

CHANGES / MODIFICATIONS 

The Village Community Development Districts reserves the right to order changes in the scope of

work  and the resulting Agreement. The successful Proposer has the right to request an equitable

price  adjustment in cases where modifications to the Agreement under the authority of this clause

result in  increased costs to the Contractor. Price adjustments will be based on the unit prices

proposed by the  Contractor in response to this solicitation. Any agreement resulting from this

solicitation may be modified  upon written and mutual consent of both parties.  

GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS 

The Proposer is required to be familiar with and shall be responsible for complying with the District’s

Purchasing  Policies and Procedures, District resolutions, District rules, all federal, state and local laws,

ordinances, rules  and professional standards or regulations that in any manner affect this solicitation,

the selection process,  protests, award of Agreement, Agreement management or any other activity

associated with this solicitation  and the subsequent work required of the successful Proposer. Any

proposer receiving an award from this  solicitation must comply with all Governing Laws and Regulations

and be responsible for the compliance of  such by any and all subcontractors. Any and all work performed

under the resultant contract requiring any State  licensing or certification must be performed by workers

meeting those requirements. 

3BLACKOUT PERIOD 

In accordance with Florida Statute 287.057(23), Respondents to this Solicitation or persons acting

on  their behalf may not contact, between the Issue Date of the Solicitation and the end of the

72-hour period  following the agency posting the Notice of Intent to Award, excluding Saturdays,

Sundays, and state  holidays, any District Staff, Board Supervisors or District Consultants

concerning any aspect of this  Solicitation, except in writing to the District Purchasing Staff. Violation

of this provision may be grounds  for rejecting a response.  

During this blackout period, any attempt to influence the thinking of District Staff, Board Supervisors

or  District Consultants for or against a specific cause related to a Solicitation for goods or services,

in  person, by mail, by facsimile, by telephone, by electronic mail, or by any other means of

communication,  may result in disqualification of their award and/or contract. This does not apply

to Pre-Solicitation  Conferences, oral presentations before the Selection Committee, contract

negotiations, or  communications with District Staff, Board Supervisors or District Consultants not

concerning this  Solicitation. 

AGREEMENT NEGOTIATION 

The Selection Committee shall rank all received proposals and provide the Purchasing Director

with the  rankings and a recommended primary ranked firm. If deemed prudent or necessary, the

Purchasing  Director is authorized to negotiate with the top ranked firm. The proposal signed by

the successful  Proposer along with documentation included in the proposal as required by this

solicitation and other 

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additional materials submitted by the Proposer and accepted by the District shall be the basis for 

negotiation of an agreement addressing the requirements of the solicitation. The resulting Agreement

will  be approved by the District Board of Supervisors. 

PROVIDING PERFORMANCE BOND (Not Applicable) 

The Village Community Development Districts is requiring all Bidders to provide proof of the ability

to  obtain a performance bond in an amount equal to 100% of the total amount bid for this RFP. Upon

award  the successful bidder shall provide a Performance Bond, in the form of a Certified Bond, from an  established Bonding Agency licensed to do business in the State of Florida. “Performance Bond”

means a  bond of a Contractor in which a surety guarantees to the District that the work/services will be

performed  in accordance with the Contract documents. “Surety” means an organization which, for a

consideration,  promises in writing to make good the debt or default of another. The surety must hold a certificate

of  authority as an acceptable surety on federal bonds as published in the current Circular 570, U.S.  Department of the Treasury, and the Federal Register effective July 1, annually, as amended. 

FISCAL YEAR FUNDING APPROPRIATION 

Unless otherwise provided by law, a contract for supplies or services may be entered into for any

period  of time deemed to be in the best interests of the District, provided the term of the contract

and conditions  of renewal or extension, if any, are included in the solicitation and funds are available

for the fiscal period  

at the time of the contract. Payment and performance obligations for succeeding fiscal periods shall

be  subject to appropriation by the District of funds thereafter. 

When funds are not appropriated or otherwise made available to support continuation of performance

in a  subsequent fiscal period, the contract shall be cancelled and the contractor shall be entitled to 

reimbursement for the reasonable value of any nonrecurring cost incurred but not advertised in the

price  of the supplied or services delivered under the contract or otherwise recoverable. TAX

EXEMPT STATUS 

The Village Community Development Districts are special purpose governmental agencies under

Florida  law and exempt from Florida sales tax. The tax exempt number will be provided upon

request. This  exemption does not apply to goods and services purchased separately by a

Contractor in connection with  its contractual obligations. The Contractor shall be responsible for

paying any taxes, fees, or similar  payments that are required to be paid in connection with the

contract work. The District maintains the right  to direct purchase goods and services whenever

possible to utilize the District’s tax exempt status and the  contract will be reduced by change order. 

DIRECT PURCHASE BY OWNER (Not Applicable) 

Each Contractor shall include Florida State and other applicable sales taxes for all material, supplies

and  equipment included in its bid. 

The District may, if not prohibited by law, exercise a right to purchase directly various construction  materials, supplies and equipment that may be a part of the Project. If so, the District will, via its

purchase  orders, purchase materials and assist the Contractor in the preparation of such purchase orders.

The  District shall issue a Certificate of Entitlement to each vendor and the Contractor through its

Purchasing  Department (see Part 5: Exhibits for sample certificate). The District’s purchase order for tangible  personal property to be incorporated into the Project must be attached to the Certificate of

Entitlement.  The District shall issue a separate Certificate of Entitlement for each purchase order. The

Certificate of  Entitlement shall be signed by an Authorized Representative of the District that may include the

District  Manager, Assistant District Manager or the Director of Purchasing. The materials shall be purchased

from  the vendor suppliers selected by the Contractor, for the prices negotiated by the Contractor. The  Contractor will provide information to the District to assist in the proper preparation of all purchase

orders  by the District and will assist in the coordination and receipt of the materials in a timely manner so

as not  to negatively impact on the performance of the construction activity of the project. 

The Contract/Subcontract amount shall be reduced by the net, undiscounted amount of these

purchase  orders, plus all sales taxes. Issuance of the purchase orders by the District shall not relieve the  Subcontractor or Contractor of any of its responsibilities regarding material purchases, or installation,

with  the exception of the payments for the materials so purchased. The Contractor shall remain fully  responsible for coordination, correct quantities ordered, submittals, protection, storage, scheduling,  shipping, security, expediting, receiving, installation, cleaning and all applicable warranties.

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PAYMENTS 

Payments shall be made pursuant to Florida Statute Chapter 218, Part VII, the Prompt Payment

Act, and  all District policies promulgated thereby. Payments will be made monthly for work

successfully completed  in the previous month and based upon District approved invoice. 

Payment Applications shall be submitted once monthly on an AIA Document G702 “Application

and Certificate for Payment” (or equivalent) as acceptable by the District. The District will promptly

inspect the  work and review the application for processing and payment. 

The contractor shall be assessed liquidated damages in the amount of $250.00 per day for every

day the  project is incomplete after the project completion deadline, barring unforeseen

circumstances as  approved by the District.  

PERMITS / LICENSES / FEES 

Any permits, licenses or fees required will be the responsibility of the Bidder.  

INDEMNIFICATION 

The successful Proposer must fully indemnify the District(s). Such indemnification will be

documented in  the Agreement Documents.  

PROTECTION OF RESIDENT WORKERS 

The Village Community Development Districts actively support the Immigration and Nationality

Act of  1952 (INA) and the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), which includes

provisions  addressing employment eligibility, employment verification, and nondiscrimination

and the State of Florida  Executive Order Number 11-116 stating contractors shall utilize the U.S.

Department of Homeland  Security’s E-Verify system to verify the employment eligibility of: all

persons employed during the contract  term by the Contractor to perform employment duties

pursuant to the Contact, within Florida; and all  persons, including subcontractors, assigned by

the Contractor to perform work pursuant to the Contract  with the District. (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) Additionally, the Contractor shall include a provision in all  subcontracts that requires all

subcontractors to utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E Verify system to verify

employment eligibility of: all persons employed during the contract term by the  Contractor to

perform work or provide services pursuant to this contract with the District. 

All Service contractors and /or vendors who wish to contract with the District to provide services

must first  certify they have registered with, will participate in, and continue to utilize, once

registered, the E-Verify  Program (or any successor program implemented by the federal

government of its departments or  agencies) to verify the work authorization status of all newly

hired employees employed by the  contractors and/or vendors. Breach of this term or conditions

is considered a material breach of the  agreement.  

Participation in the E-Verify program will only be required of the awarded contractor. To certify 

participation in the program, awarded contractor, and any subcontractors to the contractor, will be 

required to sign an E-Verify Contractor/Subcontractor Affidavit (see Part 5: Exhibits for sample

affidavits). 

For more information and to register visit https://e-verify.uscis.gov/enroll/.  

VILLAGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS  

The Village Center Community Development District, Sumter Landing Community Development

District,  North Sumter County Utility Dependent District, Wildwood Utility Dependent District,

Brownwood  Community Development District, Middleton Community Development District and

Village Community  Development Districts 1-14 are local units of special-purpose government and

reserve the right to reject  any and/or all bids, reserve the right to waive any informalities or

irregularities in the bid or examination  process, reserve the right to select low bid per item, and

reserve the right to award bids and/or contracts  in the best interest of the Districts. 

REFERENCE TERMS 

Any headings in this document are for the purposes of reference only and shall not limit or

otherwise  affect the meaning thereof. Any reference to gender shall be construed to include all

genders, firms,  partnerships and corporations. References in the singular shall be construed to

include the plural and  references in the plural shall be construed to include the singular. Any

reference to the “District” or the  “Village Community Development Districts” shall be construed to

refer to the specific District or Districts  for which the solicitation was issued and those District(s)

shall be the legislative authority for all matters  concerning this solicitation or the resulting contract(s). 

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RIGHT TO AUDIT RECORDS 

The Districts shall be entitled to audit the books and records of the Contractor or any sub-contractor

to the  extent that such books and records relate to the performance of the Contract or any

sub-contract to the  Contract. Such books and records shall be maintained by the Bidder for a

period of three (3) years from  the date of final payment under the Contract and by the sub-contractor

for a period of three (3) years from  the date of final payment under the sub-contract unless a shorter

period is otherwise authorized in writing. 

ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

No additional terms and conditions included with the bid response shall be evaluated or considered

and  any and all such additional terms and conditions shall have no force and effect and are

inapplicable to  this bid. If submitted either purposefully through intent or design or inadvertently

appearing separately in  transmitting  

letters, specifications, literature, price lists or warranties, it is understood and agreed the general

and  special conditions in this solicitation are the only conditions applicable to this bid and the

Bidder’s  authorized signature affixed to the bid attests to this. 

PROPRIETARY INFORMATION 

Responses to this Request for Proposals, upon receipt by the District, become public records

subject to  the provisions of Chapter 119 F.S., Florida’s Public Record Law. If any proposer believes

that any portion  of all of the response is confidential and proprietary, proposer shall clearly assert

such exception and the  specific legal authority of the asserted exemption. All materials that qualify

for exemption from Chapter  119 must be submitted in a separate envelope, clearly identified as

“TRADE SECRETS EXCEPTION”,  with the firm’s name and the proposal number marked on the

outside. Such designation of an item as a  trade secret may be challenged in court by any person.

By the proposer’s designation of material  submitted to the District as a “trade secret”, the proposer

agrees to hold harmless the District for any  award to a plaintiff for damages, costs or attorney’s

fees and for costs and attorney’s fees incurred by the  District by reason of any legal action

challenging the proposer’s “trade secret” claim. 

ADDITIONAL SERVICES/PURCHASES BY OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES 

The Proposer by submitting a proposal acknowledges that other public agencies may seek to 

“Piggy-Back” under the same terms and conditions during the effective period of any resulting 

agreement services and/or purchases being offered in this proposal/bid for the same prices and/or 

terms being proposed. The successful Proposer has the option to agree or disagree to allow Piggy

Backs on a case-by-case basis. Before a public agency is allowed to Piggy-Back any agreement, 

the agency must first obtain the Proposer’s approval. Without the Proposer’s approval, the seeking 

agency cannot Piggy-Back. 

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PART 2 

EVALUATION PROCESS 

PROPOSAL EVALUATION 

This Request for Proposals includes following all the procedures in this document and sending the sealed  proposal information to the Purchasing Department by the due date and time. Performance related  paperwork will be available to selection committee members. 

This Selection Committee will consist of 5 members. The Committee make up will be 3 selected from  Executive Golf Staff and 2 others assigned by the Purchasing Director. 

Once proposals are received, Selection Committee members will independently review each submittal  and score each proposal based on the evaluation criteria. The intent is to have one (1) Supplier selected  by their ranking. The award will be based on the proposal that is most advantageous to the District.  

The District reserves the right to apply the evaluation criteria in any manner it deems necessary and to  evaluate each firm separately or comparatively, using the Evaluation Form (see below) in any weight or  importance as it sees fit. The District also reserves the right to seek clarification from Proposers on any  issue in a response, invite Proposers for site visits or oral presentations, or take any action it feels  necessary to properly evaluate the submissions and construct a solution in the District’s best interest.  Failure to submit the requested information or required documentation may result in the lessening of the  proposal score or the disqualification of the proposal response. 

The overall Evaluation Score will be a maximum of 500 points (100 points max per Selection Committee  Member). 

Do not attempt to contact any Selection Committee member, Board member, staff member or any person  other than the Purchasing Department for questions relating to this project. Anyone attempting to lobby  District representatives will be disqualified. 

The Selection Committee will meet to evaluate proposals on July 20, 2022 at 9:00 am at the Executive Conference Room, 984 Old Mill Run, The Villages, FL 32162.  

The Selection Committee, at its discretion, may request oral, written or visual presentations from; conduct interviews with; or conduct visits to the office, facilities or projects of the Proposers it selects from among those submitting Proposals. If the Selection Committee decides to entertain presentations or conduct interviews at a subsequent meeting, it shall set the date, place and time for that meeting, 

and then establish the order of presentations or interviews before adjourning. The Purchasing Department shall be responsible for notifying all Contractors of the meeting and order of presentations or interviews. If no oral presentations or interviews are requested, the Selection Committee selection shall be based on its review and evaluation of qualified Contractors at its initial Selection Committee meeting. 

Responsive proposals shall be reviewed and scored by the selection committee members. Once the  evaluation process is completed the recommendation of award will be uploaded to www.demandstar.com and www.districtgov.org.  

Proposal awards are subject to Board(s) approval(s). 

 

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EVALUATION FORM 

This Request for Proposals includes following all the procedures in this document and sending the sealed  proposal information to the Purchasing Department by the due date and time. Proposals will be  evaluated on the following criteria:


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PART 3 

PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL 

An original and 5 copies and a new CD or USB Flash Drive of each proposal shall be submitted in a  sealed envelope, prominently marked on the outside with the words, RFP #22P-025 LANDSCAPE  MAINTENANCE FOR LINDSEY LANE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES (5), KNUDSON SOFTBALL  FIELD AND RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING. Proposals submitted in express, overnight or courier  envelopes, boxes or packages must be prominently marked on the outside with the words RFP #22P-025 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FOR LINDSEY LANE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES (5), KNUDSON  SOFTBALL FIELD AND RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING, and the contents sealed as required. 

Deadline for Submissions in response to this Request for Proposals: Proposals must be received  no later than 3:00 pm on June 28, 2022. Proposals submitted by FAX or other electronic media  will not be accepted under any circumstances. Late proposals will not be accepted, and will be  returned, unopened, to the proposer, at the proposer’s expense.  

A person or affiliate who has been placed on the Convicted Vendor list following a conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a proposal on a contract to provide any goods or services to a  public entity, may not submit a proposal on a contract with a public entity for the construction or  repair of a public building or public work, may not submit proposals on leases of real property to a  public entity, may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or  consultant under a contract with any public entity, and may not transact business with any public  entity in excess of $35,000 ( the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017, for CATEGORY  TWO) for a period of thirty-six (36) months from the date of being placed on the Convicted  Vendor list. 

The Villages Community Development Districts reserves the right to reject any and/or all  proposals, reserves the right to waive any informalities or irregularities in the proposal or  evaluation process, and reserves the right to award agreement(s) in the best interest of the  District.

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PART 4 

SCOPE OF SERVICES 

INTRODUCTION 

CDD INFORMATION 

The Villages Community Development Districts (CDD’s) within The Villages are units of special purpose  local government created under Chapter 190 of the Florida Statutes. North Sumter County Utility  Dependent District and Wildwood Utility Dependent District are special Districts under Chapter 189.  There are currently nineteen (19) CDD’s in The Villages, which include: Village Center Community  Development District, Sumter Landing Community Development District, Brownwood Community  Development District, Coleman Ridge Community Development District, Middleton A Community  Development District and Village Community Development Districts 1-14. CDD‘s are widely used  throughout the United States to provide for certain service delivery infrastructure such as water  management and control (drainage), fire control, road and bridge construction and maintenance, park and  recreational facilities, water and sewer systems, sidewalks, multi-modal paths, streetlights, and similar  infrastructure that is required to provide urban services to areas that may not have access to such  services through a general purpose government such as a municipality.  

A Community Development District is a unit of local government with the special purpose of providing the  services described above. As a unit of local government, the District is subject to many of the same State  Statutes that regulate cities and counties; of particular interest are those statutes related to ethics in  government for the elected Board of Supervisors, Government in the Sunshine, a cornerstone of local  government in the State of Florida which requires that decisions made by any governmental agency be  done at a public meeting; the public records law, which means the records of the District are open for  review by any citizen; the auditing requirements in which annually the accounting records of the District  are audited by an independent certified accountant and the results of such audit are provided to the State  Controller and Auditor General; competitive bidding requirements for construction and maintenance  contracts; and various other statutory provisions that protect the interest of the public. 

The Villages is the largest single-site residential real estate development in the United States spanning  over 49,280 acres (77 square miles) in three adjoining counties in Central Florida (Lake, Marion and  Sumter). The Villages earned the No.1 ranking as the fastest growing micropolitan area in the United  States according to a 2008 Census Bureau report. The current population is approximately 142,000  residents and growing.

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SCOPE OF WORK  

The Villages Community Development Districts is requesting proposals for LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE  FOR LINDSEY LANE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES (5), KNUDSON SOFTBALL FIELD AND RIO  GRANDE LAWN BOWLING. Qualified firms wishing to respond to “RFP #22P-025 LANDSCAPE  MAINTENANCE FOR LINDSEY LANE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES (5), KNUDSON SOFTBALL  FIELD AND RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING” must provide all equipment, labor and materials described  in this document, whether directly or through sub-contractors/sub-consultants. This does not, however,  limit the use of sub-contractors or sub-consultants. 

The initial term of each Agreement shall be October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2025, with the option  to renew for one (1) two (2) year period. Following completion of the initial term, the renewal period shall  automatically occur on October 1, unless either party provides a minimum ninety (90) day written notice of  non-renewal. The prices awarded by CONTRACTOR shall remain fixed and firm for the initial term  of the Agreement. At a minimum of six (6) months prior to the end of the initial term, CONTRACTOR  may submit a request in writing to the DISTRICT to negotiate an increase or decrease to the current  awarded pricing to become effective for the renewal period. Any agreed upon negotiated price change  shall remain firm for the remainder of the one (1) two (2) year renewal term. No increase will exceed 5%. 

Prior to each renewal period, Contractor performance will be evaluated, by February 1st, by the Executive  Golf staff responsible for the particular geographical area applicable for the contract/Contractor. For  evaluation criteria, please refer to the Contractor Performance Review form in Part 7: Exhibit D.  

AUDUBON COOPERATIVE SANCTUARY PROGRAM FOR GOLF COURSES 

The Executive Golf Courses in this contract are in partnership with Audubon International. The District  will work with the contractor to ensure all guidelines with certification and re-certification are followed and  implemented. 

Environmental Planning 

Wildlife and Habitat Management 

Chemical Use Reduction and Safety 

Water Conservation 

Water Quality Management 

Outreach and Education 

Florida Golf Course BMP Certification 

SITE VISITS 

Suppliers are encouraged to visit the golf courses to get a better knowledge and understanding of what is  required. Courses shall be visited only during their closing times. Please contact Kevin Sackville at  Tierra Del Sol Country Club 352-750-4600, cell number 207-318-2654 for assistance and golf cart needs.  Closing times are as follows: 

Silver Lake – 1st and 3rd Monday of the month 

Hill Top – 2nd and 4th Monday of the month 

Chula Vista– 1st and 3rd Thusday of the month 

Mira Mesa – 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month 

De La Vista – 1st and 3rd Friday of the month 

MAINTENANCE FACILITY 

The Village Center Community Development District (VCCDD) hereinafter referred to as the District,  grants Supplier permission to use the District owned maintenance facilities (listed below) for the  temporary use and storage of Supplier’s vehicles, equipment and materials for the performance of the  golf courses maintenance during the term of the contract. Supplier using any facility not owned by the  District will need permission from facility owner and the District will not be liable for any damages or  conflict related to said property.

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OBH / Silver Lake / Hilltop Maintenance Complex 1025 Lindsey Lane  

Mira Mesa / Chula Vista Maintenance Complex 860 Duck Lake Road 

All vehicles and trailers must be kept inside fenced area. No vehicles or trailers not associated with golf  course maintenance are to be stored at facilities. 

Supplier shall be responsible for keeping the maintenance facilities and grounds in good order, condition  and repair including any holding tanks, fuel tanks, soil bins, wash areas, site drainage and building  drainage systems.  

The Supplier shall at all times adhere to all environmental regulations at the facilities. Supplier shall keep  all fixtures and systems in good order, condition and repair.  

Supplier shall not be responsible for in any way for damage to the facilities caused by weather or any of  the elements.  

Supplier shall be responsible for the landscaping, including but not limited to mowing and edging for the  grounds of the facilities. Supplier shall immediately repair at Supplier’s cost, any damage caused by the  Supplier or its employees, Supplier’s agent or any party making deliveries to the Supplier or doing  business with the Supplier, to the facilities.  

The Supplier shall store all chemicals and fertilizer according to the Best Management Practices (BMP)  as well as staying within compliance of the State and Federal laws and regulations.  

Supplier agrees to indemnify and hold the District harmless from any and all loss, cost, expense or  liability, including attorney’s fees, arising out of the storage and discharge of any chemicals on the  properties. 

Supplier shall be responsible for all costs to operate the facilities and buildings. Supplier shall pay all  utilities, including electricity, water and sewer, trash, garbage collection, debris pile collection, janitorial  and pest control service. The District shall not be responsible for any interruption or failure in the supply  of such utilities or services. 

The District will be responsible for the preventative maintenance checks of the air conditioning, heating  and exhaust systems, ice machines and fuel tanks serving the facilities and shall pay the cost of such  preventative maintenance calls, filter changes and repairs. Any repairs needed associated outside of  normal use and age, include abuse, alteration or other damage to components considered other than  normal wear and tear will be the responsibility of the Supplier. The District will be responsible for any  replacements needed due to normal use and or age expectancy met. 

The District reserves the right to inspect the facilities at any time during the term of this contract. The Supplier shall make no alterations to the facilities without the written consent of the District.  

Upon expiration of the occupancy term, the Supplier shall surrender the facilities in as good a state and  condition, taking into consideration usual and customary wear, as when their occupancy began. 

INSURANCE; HOLD HARMLESS; INDEMNIFICATION. Supplier’s general liability, commercial auto  liability and workers compensation insurance requirements as set forth in the Contract shall extend to  these Premises. Further, Supplier agrees to indemnify and hold Owner harmless from all claims, loss,  

cost, liability and expense arising from Supplier’s actions on the Premises, except for those arising from  Owner’s negligence or intentional conduct. The foregoing shall survive expiration of the Contract and this  Addendum. 

DISTRICT GOLF LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL SCOPE 

The golf course maintenance supplier shall be responsible for all labor, materials and equipment  necessary for the proper care and maintenance of the golf courses.  

The following specifications are set as the minimums to gain the desired healthy and attractive 

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appearance.  

GREENS MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Normal height will be maintained at a range of .125 – .200 inches on executive courses. Mowing shall be  done seven (7) days per week depending upon climatic or growth conditions. Frequencies and height of  cut may be modified from time to time as deemed necessary by the golf course superintendent and  subject to approval by District Executive Golf Maintenance. Clean up or circle mowing perimeter shall be  limited when stress conditions are present. 

AERIFICATION 

Greens shall be core aerified a minimum of three (3) times per year during the growing season to relieve  soil compaction to promote healthier root environment. Solid tine areification shall be completed during  the winter months. Aerifications shall be coordinated to coincide with fertilization and verticutting. Care  shall be taken to have a minimum of interference of play.  

VERTICUTTING AND SPIKING 

May be scheduled bi-weekly during the active Bermuda grass growing season. This function shall be  coordinated to compliment the aerification and top dressing schedules. 

TOP DRESSING 

Following all specifications, approved top dressing material similar to the greens construction material or  top dressing sand shall be applied and brushed into the turf. Light top dressing may be done in  conjunction with verticutting. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of materials and analysis rates shall be determined by growing conditions at time of treatment and  the results of soil nutrient level testing. Rates of application may vary upon the material used. Under  normal conditions one (1) pound of actual nitrogen per 1000 square feet may be applied monthly, foliar  applications as needed. Slow release type materials may be utilized.  

SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken three (3) times per year in the months of March, June, and September (before  overseeding). Test results shall be provided to the Director of Executive Golf Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Will be achieved through both post-emerge and pre-emerge chemical applications. These will be made in  a timely manner to minimize damage to golf course playability.  

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM (integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of applications. Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly. If presence of Nemotode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must be performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. Nemicides are  to be applied by Supplier as part of their control/corrective measures based on testing and visual  appearance. 

OVERSEEDING 

Overseeding greens will only be at the direction of District if it is deemed necessary and the Poa Trivalis  Seed will be provided at the cost of the District. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves, grass clippings,  cans, bottles, tree branches, etc.). 

TEES, COLLARS, AND APPOACHES MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Tees, collars, and approaches shall be mowed two to three (2-3) times per week or more often depending  on growth conditions. The practice of alternating mower patterns shall be followed. Turf shall be cut to a  height range of .400 - .600 inches.

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AERIFICATION 

Tees, collars, and approaches shall be aerified a minimum of two (2) times per year during scheduled  closures or more often if required to relieve soil compaction and promote healthy root environment using  the appropriate equipment with the minimum interference to play. Aerifications shall be coordinated to  coincide with fertilization and verticutting. 

VERTICUTTING 

Vertical mowing shall be scheduled a minimum of four (4) times per year or more often as conditions  warrant to maintain an acceptable thatch level. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of materials and analysis shall be determined from results of soil nutrient level testing and growing  conditions at the time of treatment. Under normal conditions, one (1) pound of actual nitrogen per 1000  square feet may be applied up to ten (10) times per year. Typically, slow release type materials may be  utilized.  

SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken two (2) times per year in the months of March and September (before  overseeding). Test results shall be provided to the Director of Executive Golf Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Shall be accomplished by a semi-annual application of per-emergence herbicide. Spot treatments with a  contact herbicide shall be performed as needed. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM (integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of applications. Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly. If presence of Nemotode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must be performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. 

OVERSEEDING (Tees Only) 

Perennial Rye grass shall be used at the minimum rate of twelve (12) to fifteen (15) pounds per 1000  square feet shall be done when climatic conditions are favorable for germination and growth. Rate  changes may be reassessed between Contractor and District. Renovating may be done prior to seeding  and covered with a light top dressing. Mowing heights shall be set at higher cuts for the initial period.  Downward height adjustment shall be done as necessary during the initial growth period. Additional  seeding based on wear and appearance should be done as necessary.  

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves, cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.). 

FAIRWAY MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Fairways shall be mowed a minimum of three (3) times per week during the active growing season.  Normal cutting height shall be between .450 - .750 inches depending upon season and rate of growth.  The practice of alternating mowing patterns shall be followed. 

AERIFICATION 

Fairways shall be aerified two (2) times per year or more often if needed using 3/4" tines. Spot  aerification may be done to relieve compaction. Top dressing applications are to be performed as needed  to promote turf growth. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of material and analysis shall be determined from results of soil tests and growing conditions at the  time of treatment. Under normal conditions eight (8) pounds of nitrogen per 1000 square feet may be  applied annually. 

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SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken two (2) times per year in the months of March and September (before  overseeding). Test results shall be provided to the Director of Executive Golf Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Shall be accomplished by a semi-annual application or pre-emergence herbicide. Spot treatments with a  contact herbicide shall be performed as needed. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM (integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of application. Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly. If presence of Nemotode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must be performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves, cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.). 

SWEEPING 

May be done to remove excess grass clippings or leaf litter or as conditions warrant. ROUGH MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Shall be performed to maintain a normal cutting height between 1" and 2" and executed 1-2 cycles per  week based on growing season. 

AERIFICATION 

Bermuda grass roughs shall be aerified one (1) time per year or more often if needed using 3/4" tines.  Spot aerifications may be done to relieve compaction. Aerifications should coincide with fertilization  applications. 

FERTILIZATION 

Type of material and analysis shall be determined from results of soil tests and growing conditions at the  time of treatment. Under normal conditions four (4) pounds of nitrogen per 1000 square feet may be  applied annually.  

SOIL TESTING 

Soil tests shall be taken two (2) time per year at Supplier’s discretion. Test results shall be provided to  the Director of Executive Golf Maintenance upon receipt. 

WEED CONTROL 

Shall be accomplished by application of pre-emergence herbicide at the appropriate time. Spot  treatments with a contact herbicide shall be preformed as needed. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM (integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of application. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves, cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.).  

COURSE SET-UP 

CUPS 

Cups shall be changed daily. During this operation, inspection of the putting surface shall be made and  any ball marks or other damage will be repaired. Cup placement shall conform to USGA rules and  VCCDD requirements to help aide in speed of play. Cup shall be set using an appropriate cup setter and  set at a depth of 1” below soil surface. Setting cups on slopes of the green should be avoided. Excessive  dew shall be swept off or irrigation cycle operated to remove. Cups are to be kept clean with no 

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excessive sand or dirt accumulation.  

TEE COMPLEXES 

All tee markers shall be moved a minimum of once per day at setup. Divots will need be filled with sand  and leveled. Litter containers shall be emptied daily. Ball washers shall be filled as necessary with fresh  water and soap.  

TRAFFIC CONTROL 

Directional signs and equipment shall be installed each day and moved as necessary to minimize wear  and damage to the turf as a result of player traffic and/or climate conditions. 

SAND BUNKER MAINTENANCE (48 Bunkers) 

Silver Lake – 0 Bunkers 

Hill Top – 13 Bunkers 

Chula Vista – 12 Bunkers 

Mira Mesa – 12 Bunkers 

De La Vista – 11 Bunkers 

RAKING 

Shall be accomplished in its entirety three (3) days per week, checking and spot raking shall be done  daily to maintain a consistent playing surface. Supplier shall not utilize mechanical rakes on slopes to  minimize sand repositioning downward. These areas shall be hand raked pulling up the slope. Care shall  be given on depth of scarifier bolts on mechanical rake to not penetrate below established bunker sand  depth. After weather events, bunkers shall be repaired immediately including pumping out standing  water. 

EDGING 

Bunkers shall be edged as needed; however, no fewer than one (1) time per month. Care shall be taken  to maintain the design outline of the bunkers to insure the integrity of the bunker shape. Turf runners,  loss of edges, or ragged edges will be unacceptable. 

WEED CONTROL 

Weeds in sand shall be removed by hand. Spot treatments with a contact herbicide may be performed as  needed on grass faces only. 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL 

Applications of pesticides shall be carried out on a curative “as needed” basis. IPM (integrated pest  management) program will govern rates and timing of application. Mole Cricket activity shall be  monitored on a regular basis and treated accordingly. If presence of Nemotode activity is suspected by  Supplier or District, testing must be performed immediately to prevent additional turf loss. An application  of a nematicide shall be applied in an appropriate perimeter width at the appropriate time. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Policing shall be done on a regular basis for the removal of all litter (i.e. paper, leaves, cans, bottles, tree  branches, etc.). 

IRRIGATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 

SUPERVISION 

Supplier shall designate one (1) golf irrigation technician, having completed the applicable Rain Bird Golf  Irrigation Technicians courses, per 36 executive holes to work with the Superintendent and Assistant  Superintendent for the proper irritation system maintenance. An assistant with a minimum training of Rain  Bird course 1220 shall accompany the designated golf technician for additional executive holes in excess  of 36 holes (see Part 7: Exhibits). 

SCHEDULING 

Watering shall be scheduled by the golf course superintendent and performed by the irrigation specialist  in quantities and frequencies consistent with seasonal requirements and budgeted allotments. (See Part  7: Exhibits) programs will be adjusted as required. Hand watering with hoses is expected for  individualized areas as needed and can be accomplished during the day with caution not to interfere with  players. Moisture meter tools are to be used to aid with watering need assessments. 

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INSPECTION 

Irrigation coverage shall be reviewed daily, monthly and annually. Check list to be performed and turn in  to Executive Golf Maintenance department at monthly invoicing. (See Part 7: Exhibits)  

SPRINKLER, VALVE, IRRIGATION LINES AND CONTROLLER REPAIR 

Replacement of all small parts or repairable parts for sprinklers, valve, and controllers shall be repaired  without extra charge where the entire sprinkler or valve need not be replaced. District will pay cost of  materials only. Lateral irrigation lines three (3) inches and smaller in diameter and hydraulic tubing shall  be considered routine maintenance. Cost of material only shall be billed separately. Lines four (4) inches  and larger shall be repaired on a time and materials basis. District will pay Supplier $30.00 per hour for  labor. All gate valves are to be exercised four (4) times per year. If contractor is unable to repair 4” and  larger pipe, they may sub-contract, however, any labor charges over and above $30.00 per hour is the  contractor’s responsibility. All gate valves, splice boxes, and zone valve boxes shall be clearly visible for  ease of locating and access. 

SATELLITES 

Satellites shall be kept in neat, pest-free condition and locked when not in use. 

DAMAGE 

Any damage to system caused by Supplier’s equipment or carelessness while carrying out maintenance  operations shall be repaired without charge. Where practical, repairs shall be made within one watering  period. Vandalism and/or excessive damage caused by others or faulty controllers shall be reported  promptly to District. Cost of labor and materials to perform repair is an extra charge and shall be paid for  by the District upon authorization. 

LAKE BANKS AND DITCHES MAINTENANCE 

MOWING 

Shall be done a minimum of one (1) cycle per week during the growing season and as dictated by the  rate of growth in the dormant season. Height of cut is not to be lower than 5" to the specified boundary of  the hazard. Selected slope and bank areas may be cut to different specifications mutually agreed upon. 

LITTER CONTROL 

Shall be inspected on a daily basis and debris shall be removed as needed. 

AQUATIC WEED CONTROL 

Weed control and water quality maintenance shall be the responsibility of the District’s Aquatic Weed  Control Supplier.  

CART PATH MAINTENANCE 

EDGING 

Shall be done monthly during the growing season and “as needed” in the dormant season. 

LITTER CONTROL 

The surface of the cart paths and walks shall be kept free of debris and of grass clippings on a regular  basis. Methods of control shall be the responsibility of the golf course superintendent. 

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS 

WEEKEND AND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE 

Greens mowing, cup setting and tee service and hand watering shall be performed as normal. ACCESSORIES – DAILY 

1. Maintain water coolers according to federal, state, or local Department of Health  requirements. Replace water coolers; fill water coolers with ice and water. Backflow  prevention devices when filling shall be utilized. Sterile washing of coolers according  to regulations. *** 

2. Maintain/replace cup holders, fill cup holders. ***

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3. Maintain/replace tee markers that are missing or damaged. *** 

4. Maintain sand trap rakes. All rakes to be free of splinters and in good working  order. *** 

5. Maintain/replace flags two (2) times per year in December and June. Replace poles  and cups one (1) time per year in December. *** 

6. Maintain benches. *** 

7. Maintain ball washers. Towels shall be supplied by contractor and changed according  to wear needs. *** 

8. Maintain direction signs, stakes, ropes (permanent or temporary) and hazard stakes  on a daily basis. *** 

All accessory items shall be maintained and kept clean. The District, upon authorization, shall pay for  additional requested custom accessories not listed above. ***Replacement responsibility of the District,  unless damage was caused by Supplier. 

PINE STRAW MULCHING  

Pine straw applications will be the responsibility of the District. If there is a need for small areas to be  touched up, the District can request an Extra Work Order from Supplier for this service. 

ITEMS NOT INCLUDED 

FORCE MAJEURE DAMAGE 

Damage to the golf course as a result of forces majeures may be included but are not limited to:  Removing blown over trees; broken limbs and shrubs; removing silt or debris deposited by floods;  damage from freezing will be handled on an individual basis as an extra cost to be approved by the  District. 

SPRINKLER, VALVE AND CONTROLLER REPLACEMENT 

Replacement of worn out and/or broken, non-repairable sprinklers, valves or controllers shall be an extra  cost and must be approved by the District. 

PUMP STATION 

Repairs to all pumps or pump stations shall be the sole responsibility of the District. Supplier must notify  the District immediately of any repairs or maintenance required. 

DRAINAGE SYSTEMS 

Installing French drains and/or dry wells to resolve drainage problems caused by excessive run off from  roads or adjacent property shall be handled on an individual basis and an extra cost.  

GOLF COURSE ACCESSORIES REPLACEMENT 

Any major accessory that has been stolen, damaged or vandalized shall be replaced, repaired and/or re installed by the District. It is the responsibility of the Suppliee to bring to the District’s attention such  needs. 

WATER USAGE 

Every effort shall be made between Supplier and the Utility Department to properly allocate this resource  between the courses maintained by Supplier and those by others so as to promote healthy turf conditions  and eliminate drought conditions. Every month the District, the Supplier(s) and the Utility Department  shall review usage and attempt to allocate this resource based on need to insure healthy turf conditions. 

DISTRICT GENERAL LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS 

The golf course maintenance Supplier shall be responsible for all labor, materials and equipment  necessary for the proper care and maintenance of the general landscaping areas associated with  executive golf courses.  

All general landscaping areas associated with executive golf courses are to be maintained per the  following District general landscape maintenance specifications.

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MAINTENANCE FOR VISIBILITY AND SAFETY 

All landscaping shall be maintained in a manner that allows clear passage of vehicles and pedestrians,  provides open visibility where necessary for safety, and does not obstruct lighting.  

Clear visibility in both daytime and nighttime is of the utmost importance for parking areas, driveways, and  at intersections of all types.  

Trees and shrubs shall not be allowed to grow into or over sidewalks, cart paths, public or private streets,  driveways, or parking areas in any way that conflicts with the safe passage of pedestrians and vehicles.  

A minimum of eight (8) feet vertical clearance shall be maintained. This shall be increased where  necessary for the passage of taller vehicles—such as vans, buses, or trucks—in areas which must be  used by such vehicles.  

In general, hedges and shrub masses shall be maintained at a maximum height of three (3) feet in all  areas where views must be maintained for safety of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. However, the  property owner shall visually inspect the site (doing so on a routine basis) to determine whether safe  visibility requires maintenance at a lower height, in any given situation.  

Individual plants or specimens which do not specifically impede safe visibility may conform to the other  applicable standards of these specifications.  

Trees near light poles shall be maintained as they grow to avoid impeding safe light levels, to the greatest  extent possible.  

Pruning of all landscaping shall comply with the proper techniques outlined in these specifications, based  on the type of plant material. But in all cases, insuring safe visibility shall be the prevailing objective.  

TURF MAINTENANCE (NON-GOLF) 

MOWING 

Mowing of all turf areas shall be performed on a weekly basis during the normal growing season (April  through October). During the months of November through March it is expected that mowing will be  required twice a month unless abnormal conditions arise. In any event, the turf shall be mowed at a  frequency to promote healthy and continued growth as well as proper appearance at all times. 

When line trimmers are used, cutting height shall be in conjunction with mowing height. Scalping by  either trimmers or mowers will not be acceptable. Damage to trees, shrubs and signposts are not  acceptable. Mowing patterns shall be varied to minimize wear areas from tires and slippage. 

Mowing height shall be based on season and what is horticulturally correct for turf variety and location. 

The mowing specifications for Zoysia turf shall be as follows: a rotary mower shall be used on flat or wide  open areas, and the cut-height shall be set at 2”. For smaller areas, berms or swale-type areas, a smaller  mower shall be used to avoid scalping or an uneven cut. (If a change in mower width or height of cut is  considered, the District Executive Golf Maintenance Manager must approve such change, in writing,  before any work is performed.) Zoysia turf is to be mowed every 7 days during growing seasons and 12  to 14 days during the dormant seasons, or as needed. Zoysia turf shall be edged all year at a frequency  and depth suitable to keep turf runners from growing into the planting beds. 

Any unsightly clippings, which remain on the turf, shall be removed after mowing. Walkways, streets and parking areas are to be blown or vacuumed free of clippings after each mowing. 

LEAVES 

If the Supplier is not using a mulching mower, at certain times of the year leaves in turf may need to be  removed with a vacuum to avoid having them accumulate in areas of the turf, or get blown into beds,  parking lot islands or residential yards by the mowers. In areas with parking lots associated with the  landscape maintenance, leaves and debris are to be either raked or removed with a vacuum. Leaves are  not to be blown into landscape beds or down storm drains. If the condition of turf declines due to failure to  remove accumulated leaves in a timely manner, the Supplier is responsible for replacing the turf. 

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EDGING 

All necessary edging operations shall be performed routinely to trim the turf and maintain a well-groomed  appearance for all sidewalks, curbs, plant beds, drainage structures, irrigation valve boxes, splice boxes,  gate valve boxes, water meter boxes, and other such interfaces between turf and different surfaces. 

Bed lines shall be edged to conform to their original design intent, with adjustments being made  periodically for the plant growth.  

Edging shall occur in conjunction with mowing operations when required. Grass runners shall not exceed  one inch in length along sidewalks, curbs, pavements, planting beds, and other such edges.  

Upon completion of edging operations, the turf edge shall be neat, clean and approximately ½ inch from  the edge of any pavement, with a minimum depth of 2 inches.  

All paved areas and mulched beds shall be free of dirt, clippings, and debris after work is completed. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All turf varieties shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease. Regular inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by qualified individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions.  

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote plant vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy and continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals shall comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied by appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists.  

Chemical damage to desirable turf is unacceptable. 

WEED CONTROL 

Application of herbicides shall be done on a curative "as needed" basis. A pre-emerge herbicide may be  used. Broadleaf weeds, sedges, and undesirable grasses shall be kept to a minimum. Ninety five  percent (95%) weed free turf shall be expected. 

Sidewalks must be kept free of weeds in the cracks and edges throughout the area. Spray with a non selective weed killer without a spray tracker dye as needed. The weed pressure will dictate the frequency  the sidewalks will need to be sprayed to maintain the cracks weed free. Caution shall be taken when  spraying weeds or grass runners on the homeowners’ side of the sidewalk.  

Chemical damage to desirable turf is unacceptable. 

FERTILIZATION OF TURF 

ZOYSIA AND ST. AUGUSTINE/FLORATAM TURF 

A soil fertility and pH test shall be performed by the maintenance Supplier once or twice a year from  several representative areas in the turf and landscape beds to help in determining the analysis of the  product to use in the fertilizer application programs. There should be a minimum of two samples per mile  of roadway tested, both from the turf and shrub areas, one sample from every ten cul-de-sacs, and one  from every six Villas on a rotating basis to ensure each area gets addressed at least every two or three  years. Copies of these test results shall be provided to the owner, with tested locations each time they  are performed. 

There should be a minimum of four (4) applications of a complete, acid-forming turf fertilizer applied to  Zoysia and St. Augustine turf per year. 

February (After February 15th): (Zoysia and St. Augustine) A standard non-burning complete turf fertilizer  containing a minimum of 30% to 40% of the Nitrogen in a controlled release form such as sulfur coated or  polymer coated sulfur coated urea. There should be a minimum of 4% Iron, 6% sulfur, and 2% each of  Magnesium and Manganese. A lesser amount of Iron will be acceptable if it is in a chelated form. The  fertilizer shall be applied at 1 pound of actual Nitrogen per 1000 Square feet of turf. 

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May: (Zoysia and St. Augustine) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and  recommendations. 

August: (Zoysia and St. Augustine) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and  recommendations. 

October: (St. Augustine) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and recommendations. November: (Zoysia) Analysis should be determined by soil test results and recommendations. 

If these recommendations fail to keep the turf a consistent acceptable green color, a soil test should be  performed and the fertilizer blend adjusted accordingly. If the fertilizer does not keep the turf an  acceptable green color between applications during the growing season, it may be necessary to provide  an extra application of Nitrogen and/or Iron in order to provide suitable color, and may be requested by  the owner. This will not be considered an extra to the contract.  

Whenever possible, schedule fertilizer applications on the day that irrigation for the area is scheduled to  run that night. 

All turf fertilizers should be watered in immediately after application whenever possible to prevent  Nitrogen loss due to volatilization. Sweep or blow off walks and painted surfaces immediately after  application to avoid discoloration. Supplier will also be responsible for sweeping or blowing fertilizer off all  walkways, parking lots, roadways and any affected paved area. Special attention should be taken to  ensure that fertilizer does not enter into any stormwater retention or drainage feature. 

BAHIA TURF 

There should be two applications of complete commercial turf fertilizer to Bahia grass areas per year. 

March: A standard, non-burning complete turf fertilizer such as 16-0-8 or similar should be applied at one  (1) pound of actual Nitrogen per 1000 square feet. (6.25 pounds of product)  

September: 9-2-24 with 6% iron, 8 to 10% Sulfur, and 2% each of Magnesium and Manganese at one  (1) pound of actual Potassium per 1000 square feet. (4.2 pounds of product) This will help with winter  cold tolerance. 

If yellowing occurs in between fertilizer applications, a liquid application of 12-0-0 with iron at the label  rate, or another chelated iron source should correct the problem. 

All chemical applications shall be performed by trained, licensed operators in accordance with applicable  local, state, and federal regulations, safety standards, and the manufacturer’s instructions. 

All fertilizer shall be thoroughly watered in after application. 

GROUND COVER AND SHRUB MAINTENANCE 

SHRUBS 

(Indian Hawthorn, Holly SPP, Viburnum, Boxwood, and similar woody ornamentals) These shrubs shall be pruned only as necessary to maintain their natural habit and growth at specified  heights, to remove excessive growth, and to maintain a natural, informal appearance. Individual plants  shall be allowed to grow together into one mass, never shaped as individual plants.  

As the shrubs mature, individual plants should not be apparent; plants shall be allowed to grow together  in a "soft", informal, and unsheared mass.  

At no time shall any shrubs be allowed to impede safe visibility for pedestrians and vehicles. 

Maintain most shrubs in pedestrian and parking areas for safety and visibility, usually about 30” +/-, but  always as dictated by the circumstances in any specific location. Where larger shrubs are used for  screening of specific features, their ultimate heights shall be dictated by the purpose for which they have  been used in the plan, and they shall be allowed to reach the effective height and density necessary to  serve that purpose. In no instance, however, shall any shrub be allowed to obstruct visibility for traffic and  pedestrian safety. 

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Use hand clippers to remove odd, long, or undesirable branches, keeping the shape natural and uniform.  Do not prune masses into geometric forms by hard shearing.  

Where plants are adjacent to curbs, or where shrub edges are visible, prune exposed edge of mass back  in a natural, informal shape; do not shear vertically.  

In a massed planting, exceptionally long branches shall be cut back well inside the mass. Selective  pruning and thinning old wood rather than overall shortening shall be done to keep the mass vigorous and  healthy.  

Shearing shall be minimized to avoid stunted tip growth, excessive density, and unnatural outline.  

HERBACAEOUS “GRASSY” SPECIES  

(Society Garlic, Lily-of-the-Nile, Liriope, and similar species)  

These groundcovers shall be allowed to grow to their natural height and width; pruning is not necessary.  Cultivate to achieve dense mass; maintain separation between groundcover and adjacent plant materials.  

Spent flower heads shall be removed regularly, as required for best appearance.  

If more than 50% of a plant is frost damaged, cut back to remove all dead or damaged foliage after last  frost.  

WOODY GROUNDCOVERS  

(Parson’s Juniper, Blue Pacific Juniper, Lantana, and similar species)  

These groundcovers shall be allowed to grow together to form full, natural, informal masses, maintaining  separation between adjacent plant materials.  

Prune to maintain height at 18” to 24” or as otherwise appropriate for the species, and to prevent masses  from overgrowing curbs, sidewalks, and bed edges. Do not allow masses to become overgrown, requiring  extensive pruning.  

Depending on degree of possible cold damage, cut back as required after last frost to achieve intended  growth.  

Do not prune masses into geometric forms by hard shearing.  

Where plants are adjacent to curbs, sidewalks and bed edges, prune edge of mass back in a natural,  informal shape; do not shear vertically.  

VINING GROUNDCOVERS 

(Dwarf Confederate Jasmine, English Ivy, and similar species)  

Cultivate vining groundcovers to achieve dense, entwined masses; maintain separation between  groundcover and adjacent plant materials, by edging and/or pruning.  

Some species, such as Dwarf Confederate Jasmine, once grown in to full and dense coverage (which  may take 2 or 3 years for some species), may be trimmed at a height of 6” periodically to maintain a  dense and consistent level of coverage.  

Do not shear masses vertically where adjacent to curbs, bed edges, drainage structures, valve boxes,  meter boxes, and other such interfaces. Prune exposed edge of mass back at a maximum 45 degree  angle from horizontal, in a natural, informal shape. 

ACCENT PLANTS  

(Heavenly Bamboo, African Iris, and similar species used as accents)  

Accent plants should only be trimmed as necessary to remove excessive growth, and shoots, while  maintaining a natural, informal appearance.  

As the plant matures, the plants shall be maintained at the intended height of the accent feature, not  allowed to become overgrown or invasive.  

Use hand clippers to remove odd, long, or undesirable shoots, and to remove outer pups or shoots from  overgrown clumps, keeping the shape natural, loose, and uniform. Do not shear.  Accent plants that are damaged by the frost shall have all the damaged foliage removed and in such  cases the damage affects the entire plant, it shall be cut back to the ground after the last frost.

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ORNAMENTAL GRASSES  

(Cordgrass, Muhly Grass, Fountain Grass, and similar species) 

Ornamental grasses shall be maintained at their natural height and width.  

To achieve best form and appearance, individual clumps shall be cut back after last frost as appropriate  for the species; if frost damage is severe, cut the plant back to the ground. 

PRUNING OF GROUND COVER AND SHRUBS 

Plant materials and tree limbs must be kept trimmed away from multi-modal transportation paths and  sidewalks and at no time should be allowed to encroach on these areas. 

Special attention to areas around landscape lighting fixtures shall be given not only to promote lighting  effect, but the protection of fixtures themselves from damage. 

Ficus shall be pruned and some runners removed so the small leaf and partial covering of walls results in  the desired effect. Ficus shall be kept out of adjacent shrub beds. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All plant material shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease. Regular inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by qualified individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions. When five (5%) of any type of plant material shows signs of disease, curative action  shall be taken. 

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote plant vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy and continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals shall comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied by appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists.  

Chemical damage to desirable plant material is unacceptable. 

FERTILIZATION OF GROUNDCOVER AND SHRUBS 

Shrubs and groundcovers shall be fertilized four (4) times per year with a complete commercial fertilizer  such as 8-2-12, 12-2-14, or 13-3-13 containing a minimum of 25% slow release Nitrogen, 6% Sulfur, 2%  of both Magnesium and Manganese, and 3% Iron. This shall be applied in March, May, July and  October at ½ cup per small shrub, 1 cup per large shrub, or 15 to 30 pounds per 1000 square feet of plant  bed, depending on the spacing, type of plants, and product used. Fertilizer shall be broadcast evenly over  the entire root zone, and care shall be taken to avoid accumulation of fertilizer granules on leaves,  crowns, etc. 

The fertilizers should be watered in immediately after application whenever possible to prevent Nitrogen  loss due to volatilization. Sweep or blow off walks and painted surfaces immediately after application to  avoid discoloration. Special attention should be taken to prevent any fertilizer from being blown, swept or  

otherwise ending up in any parking lot or roadway storm drain. Any fertilizer that ends up upon any non target area or hard surface shall be removed and applied to a target area.  

TREE MAINTENANCE 

CRAPE MYRTLES 

Crape Myrtles shall be maintained with an open, natural crown. The natural branching structure shall be  maintained, light pruning only to promote healthy, natural development form, size, and width.  

As trees mature, a clear trunk height of 8.5’ minimum shall be maintained.  

Canopies shall in no case be allowed to deter safety and visibility in traffic situations.  

Light pruning should be performed to remove seed pods as they form to promote re-flowering. Supplier  should remove most remaining seed pods in Fall/Winter, where overall height allows this to be done  safely. No branches larger than 1/2” in diameter, nor more than 24” of the current year’s growth shall be  removed. 

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Topping, heading cuts or trimming back to knobs is not permitted. Proper reduction cuts may be made in  some instances with the approval of the landscape manager. 

PALMS  

Palms shall be maintained to have full, rounded heads.  

Ferns may remain but shall not be allowed to spread into planting beds.  

Seed pods shall be removed after fruiting, as possible.  

Damaged or dead palm fronds, seed heads and dates will be removed within 15’ of the ground on some  varieties of palms at District’s request. 

LIGUSTRUM TREES  

Ligustrum Trees shall be maintained to have full natural heads, trimming the long runners, but keeping a  loose rather than a sheared form.  

The tree should be limbed up proportionally with the size of the tree and to allow visibility, where required  for safety.  

NELLIE STEVENS HOLLY AND RELATED SPECIES  

These trees shall be maintained to have thick and dense foliage. They should only be pruned to promote  health, and natural development form.  

The lower limbs and foliage should never be removed. These trees are intended to obtain their natural  shape with the foliage full to the ground. 

LIVE OAK AND RELATED SPECIES  

Live Oaks and related species are to be maintained to have thick dense foliage. They should only be  pruned to promote healthy and natural development form. Pruning shall be kept at a minimum.  

As trees mature, only remove necessary lower branches in order to maintain the natural normal form of  the tree, and to allow for necessary maintenance.  

As a general rule the tree shall have 2/3 canopy and 1/3 clear trunk.  

All limbs that are pruned back to the main trunk or central leader shall be cut at the collar, but not  damaging the collar.  

MAGNOLIAS 

Magnolias shall be maintained to have thick and dense foliage. They should only be pruned to promote  health and natural form.  

The lower limbs and foliage should never be removed. These trees are intended to obtain their natural  shape with the foliage full to the ground.  

Pruning shall not be done routinely, but mainly to remove diseased, damaged or dead wood. To  encourage full and dense foliage, prune lightly in the fall or early spring (before the spring flush), by  removing 6” to 10” of foliage in appropriate areas and trimming leggy branches, to promote natural shape  and form. The central leader shall not be removed.  

ALL TREE SPECIES 

Pruning shall not be done routinely, but mainly to remove diseased, damaged or dead wood, or to provide  visibility. Supplier shall be responsible for pruning up to the first fifteen (15) feet of trees and palms as  needed to maintain a natural and healthy appearance. 

All broken limbs or debris resulting from winds, storms, or other causes shall be removed promptly, or  immediately if impeding safety. 

Pruning cuts shall be clean and smooth with no rough or torn bark or wood remaining.  

All suckers and water sprouts shall be removed one (1) time per year and should be done in the cool  season when trees are dormant. 

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Infestations of mistletoe, ball moss, Spanish moss and other epiphytes in the first fifteen (15) feet of trees  and palms shall be removed on a routine basis.  

Maintenance and removal of stakes, guys, tree bracing materials, etc. for trees, palms and large shrubs is  considered routine maintenance. Girdling of trees due to lack of maintenance is not acceptable. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All plant material shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease. Regular inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by qualified individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions. When five (5%) of any type of plant material shows signs of disease, curative action  shall be taken. 

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote plant vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy and continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals shall comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied by appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists.  

Chemical damage to desirable plant material is unacceptable. 

FERTILIZATION OF TREES 

Proper fertilization for the varied trees shall be performed three (3) times per year with a complete  commercial fertilizer such as 8-2-12, 12-2-14, or 13-3-13 containing a minimum of 25% slow release  Nitrogen, 6% Sulfur, 2% of both Magnesium and Manganese, and 3% Iron. Fertilizer shall be broadcast  evenly over the entire root zone out to the drip line. Applications shall be at the labeled rate on the bag,  and applied in March, June and September. 

Palms shall be fertilized three (3) to four (4) times per year with a fertilizer with an analysis of 8-2-12 plus  4% Magnesium (Mg) and 2% Manganese (Mn) and 0.10% to 0.15% Iron (Fe), Zinc (Zn), Boron (B), and  Copper (Cu). One hundred percent (100%) of the Nitrogen (N), Potassium (K), and Magnesium (Mg)  should be in controlled release form, while all of the micronutrients except Iron (Fe) should be in Sulfate  form. Two percent (2%) Iron (Fe) from Iron Sulfate can substitute for 0.15% Iron (Fe) from chelated  forms. (EDTA, DTPA, etc.). This product is to be applied at the rate of 1.5 pounds per 100 square feet of  palm canopy or bed area, or 15 pounds per 1000 square feet. 

ANNUAL MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENTS 

WEED CONTROL 

Beds are to be kept free of weeds and landscape debris and trash. Hand weeding shall be done as  necessary. 

Application of herbicides shall be done on a curative "as needed" basis. A pre-emerge herbicide may be  used. Broadleaf weeds, sedges, and undesirable grasses shall be kept to a minimum. 

Chemical damage to desirable turf is unacceptable. 

DISEASE AND PEST CONTROL  

All plant material shall be reasonably free of pest infestations, fungus, and disease. Regular inspections  during normal maintenance operations shall be undertaken by qualified individuals to identify and respond  to such conditions. When five (5%) of any type of plant material shows signs of disease, curative action  shall be taken. 

Proper fertilization, proper watering, and proper drainage shall be practiced to promote plant vigor and  resistance to pests and disease.  

Chemical application shall be used as appropriate to prevent damage, promote healthy and continued  growth, and to treat and cure identified problems. All use of chemicals shall comply with all applicable  regulatory and safety standards, and shall be applied by appropriately trained and licensed pest control  specialists. 

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Chemical damage to desirable plant material is unacceptable. 

REFUSE CONTROL  

Areas within the project limits shall be kept free of litter and refuse (trash, cans, paper, bottles, cigarette  butts, etc. and accumulations of leaves, dirt and branches) at all times.  

Policing and litter pickup shall occur as often as necessary to ensure a clean, litter-free appearance.  

REPLACEMENT OF PLANTS TO MAINTAIN DESIGN INTENT  

No changes or additions of plant materials, and no changes or additions to the design or layout of the  landscaping shall be made without review and approval of the District.  

Any tree, palm, shrub, or groundcover plantings which die, or which are damaged or decline to the extent  of affecting the overall appearance of the project, shall be replaced promptly with the same species in a  size which reasonably matches the plant it is replacing, in order to preserve the design intent and  appearance of the landscaping.  

Any tree or plant which is abusively pruned in noncompliance with these specifications shall be replaced  by the same species in a size which reasonably matches the plant it’s replacing.  

The Supplier shall be responsible for the full cost of such replacements where required due to incorrect  maintenance (abusive pruning, fertilizer burn, etc.) or to inadequate maintenance (disease, pests, fungus,  irrigation negligence, etc.). The owner shall be responsible for the full cost of such replacements only due  to damaging acts by others, acts of God, and/or other circumstances not attributable to actions or  inactions of the Supplier. 

If the plan included annuals or perennials, replacements shall be made on a seasonal basis, or whenever  required, to maintain an acceptable year-round effect. Conversion of bedding plant areas to other  landscape plants shall be subject to review and approval by the District. 

PINE STRAW MULCHING  

All plant beds and tree rings shall be maintained with an adequate and neat layer of pine straw, at all  times.  

Pine straw shall be turned (fluffed) and/or added to as necessary to enhance moisture holding capability  and a neat, clean appearance.  

The landscape maintenance Supplier will be expected to replenish missing pine straw in important or high  visibility areas in between regularly scheduled mulching, or areas where pine straw disappears due to  mowing operations such as in tree rings on the roadway medians. This should be performed at no  additional cost to the District. 

Care should be taken during mulching so as to not cover landscape lighting, valves, junction boxes or  other structures and components.  

Care shall be taken to avoid piling pine straw around the plant crowns or trunks.  One (1) bale of pine straw is expected to cover an average of forty (40) to sixty (60) square feet at a  depth of approximately 2” to 3”. Mature plantings will generally require less coverage (north of CR 466).  

District Property Management will monitor the pine straw application and provide recommendations on site as to the areas that will require more or less coverage. Maps will be provided to the successful  proposer upon award of Agreement. 

IRRIGATION SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE 

Irrigation systems and components shall be monitored to insure that proper coverage is achieved at all  times. 

In areas where irrigation is controlled by Rainbird Maxicom Central Control, the landscape maintenance  Supplier will be responsible for repair and maintenance of all components downstream from the master valve and flow-sensor such as valves, piping, irrigation heads and components, etc. The District will be 

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responsible for all controllers, master-valves, flow-sensors and programming, controller troubleshooting  and diagnostics. Irrigation systems in stand-alone mode or not connected to Central Control will remain  the responsibility of the landscape maintenance Supplier.  

Watering frequencies and durations should be adjusted to insure healthy growth and prevention of  disease and pest damage. The Supplier shall be responsible for staying abreast of any and all  governmental water restrictions which may be imposed. Any fines for violations will be the responsibility  of the Supplier. Gross neglect of water consumption (i.e. unrepaired irrigation components, failure to turn  manual clocks off after a large rain event, over-watering, etc.) may result in additional cost incurred by the  District pertaining to water utility costs, fines, permits, etc., and these costs shall be passed on to the  Supplier if they are found to be at fault. The District shall make sole determination of fault. 

Cleaning of heads, lines, and other components to be accomplished as needed. Changing of spray types  or heights is to be done to ensure proper coverage. 

All gate valves are to be located and exercised four (4) times per year. If an emergency arises, and the  valve has not been located, a $25.00 fine will be levied against the Supplier whose responsibility it was to  locate the valve. Any valve not functioning that has not been reported the previous 3 months is the  Supplier’s responsibility. We will assume that the valve has not been exercised. Valve boxes are to be  kept clear for easy access for manual operations and repairs. Valve boxes and satellites shall be kept  free of ants, dirt and debris. 

Damage to irrigation heads, valve boxes and other system components due to the Supplier's operations  shall be repaired entirely at the Supplier's expense. This includes irrigation heads that are stuck up after a  watering cycle which the Supplier fails to address and hits while mowing. 

Batteries (9-volt or otherwise) for TBOS, UNIK and Hunter Smart Clock irrigation controllers and other  similar stand-alone controllers are to be replaced twice per year at Daylight Saving Time at the Supplier’s  expense and shall be included in the “per zone unit price”. 

REPAIRS 

Repairs to systems or components shall be accomplished as soon as possible to minimize any adverse  effect to turf and or plant material. 

Repair or replacement of heads, sprays, misters, and emitters, as well as the rebuilding of valves is  considered normal routine maintenance. Cost of material only shall be billed separately. 

Repair of pipe 1 ½" or smaller shall be considered routine maintenance. Cost of material only shall be  billed separately. Broken lines 1 3/4" and larger, valve and or controller replacement, as well as major  system repairs or changes shall be approved by the District Management Representative before  proceeding. In the event of emergencies, isolation of areas to prevent further damage to the system or  associated plant material or structures is to be accomplished until repairs can be made. Cost on these  types of repairs or replacements may include material and labor charges of $30.00 per hour. Two- (2)  inch pipe or larger must be gasketed with proper thrust blocking as needed. District Representative prior  to back filling must inspect repairs. Repairs shall be completed within forty-eight (48) hours. The Supplier  will be responsible for providing the necessary equipment for any and all irrigation repairs including  mainline repairs. The District will not reimburse the Supplier for additional equipment rental charges. If  the repairs are sub-contracted out, the Supplier will be responsible for all charges over $30.00 per hour. 

Troubleshooting of irrigation controllers includes solenoids, fuses, transformers, power supplies, zone  wiring, etc. and is considered normal routine maintenance. Normal routine irrigation maintenance  includes all components except pump stations for those systems not controlled through Arnett  Environmental. 

DRAINAGE 

STORM WATER COLLECTION 

Sediment that washes into drainage swales shall be routinely removed from swales and storm pipes at  road entrances, or as requested by District Property Management.

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BASINS 

Suppliers shall remove and dispose of all trash and debris from the bed areas and shoreline of basins as  part of the normal maintenance routine. 

OPERATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS 

SITE CLEANLINESS AND CONDITION 

As much as possible, all areas shall be kept free of litter, landscape and or construction debris. It is  expected that during the routine performance of the different maintenance operations that the Supplier  and workers are to be aware of site conditions and keep a neat and clean appearance. It should be  understood that “THE VILLAGES” is a continuously growing and changing area. Development and  construction will from time to time cause damage, or will interrupt the routine maintenance program. It is  important that problems, or potential problems, should be brought to the attention of the District  Representative as soon as possible for action. 

SAFETY 

All Supplier and Sub-Contractor personnel shall wear any necessary personal protective equipment in the  performance of their duties to include reflective, high visibility safety vests, protective eye wear or face  shields, respiratory protection as necessary, gloves and protective clothing. 

Supplier shall be responsible for adhering to all local, state and federal safety guidelines and observe all  safety precautions when performing services on District property, roadways and right-of-ways to include  safe location of parked vehicles, use of safety cones, signage, flag personnel as necessary, use of  reflective, high visibility safety vests on all personnel and vehicles which are clearly identifiable as  belonging to the Supplier. Personnel not adhering to these safety guidelines will be asked to leave the  property. 

REGULAR LANDSCAPE MEETINGS 

Supplier will be required to participate in regular landscape and irrigation meetings with District Property  Management staff and Landscape Manager, held monthly or as requested by DPM Staff. The Supplier  shall respond to any issues that are presented on the agenda or arise during the course of the meetings  in writing within three (3) working days. 

SUB CONTRACTING 

The Supplier may subcontract certain procedures or operations with the written approval of the District  Management. Proof of proper licensing and insurance to be provided upon request. The Supplier is held  responsible for any work performed by any subcontractor engaged. 

WORKFORCE 

It is desired that the Supplier employees be dressed in a uniform fashion with the company identification.  Vehicles as well should be easily identified. A neat and clean appearance should be maintained as much  as possible. Supplier employees should be instructed to be helpful and courteous to residents, other  employees, and visitors at all times. Supplier will provide The District with a current list of all employees. 

As per Federal laws and guidelines, all Suppliers must only employ individuals who are legally authorized  to work in the United States of America. Any Supplier who enters into a contract/agreement with the  District hereby acknowledges that the Supplier only employs individuals who are legally authorized to  work in the United States and to the extent that the Supplier is employing individuals who are not legally  authorized to work in the United States, it is understood that District will not be responsible for any  violations of Federal law and the Supplier, solely, will be responsible and liable for any violations and or  penalties associated with such violation. Successful Supplier(s) shall execute and submit the required E verification forms. 

PARKING 

Suppliers' vehicles and trailers shall be parked where they do not impede traffic or visibility at an  intersection, round-about or on a roadway. All necessary safety precautions are to be observed when  Supplier’s personnel are working in or around roadways.

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SUPERVISION 

The contractor shall provide sufficient supervision of all maintenance and or repair work being performed.  Supervisors shall be able to communicate problems to the District Golf Representative at any time, and  shall be easily accessible to the Representative by cell phone at all times. Owner shall be notified of any  change in supervisory personnel. 

The contractor shall provide a knowledgeable, experienced and well-rounded supervisor to oversee each  major District contract area. It is expected that the Contractor will assign no less than one (1)  Superintendent per 36 executive holes and no less than one (1) Assistant Superintendent per 36  executive holes. A monthly walk through with the District Golf Representative to be performed to cover  work being accomplished, special needs or concerns and other related information. 

A good working relationship with other maintenance contractors is to be established and maintained.  

ADDITIONAL WORK 

From time to time additional work may be requested of the Supplier by the District Representative. A cost  estimate based on unit pricing submitted under this RFP, a schedule, or other determining information  may be required before approval of work is to be granted. Each situation will be considered on a case by  case basis. All additional work shall be completed in a timely manner and not take from the  normal/routine maintenance duties in the contract. 

CHANGES 

It is expected that development growth will necessitate additional areas to be routinely maintained under  the same specifications, or as amended by the management or its representative. It is the intent to be  able to add or delete areas as necessary with the related cost increases or decreases to be handled  through the implementation of a change order approved by the management. The management does  reserve the right to  

disapprove any changes. In such case other Suppliers may be engaged for the change. Any changes  shall be in writing to be legally binding on both parties. No payment shall be made for invoices that do not  have written authorization so documented. The District reserves the right to assign new areas being  developed to the Supplier who, in the determination by the District, would best be able to perform said  services. 

SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE 

It is estimated that the frequency and guidelines set forth in this Exhibit will provide the quality desired.  However, in the event it does not, Supplier agrees to provide such reasonable additional services without  further compensation. Satisfactory performance of work under this Agreement shall be based on these  maintenance specifications, as measured by the Owner in its discretion. 

The determination of satisfactory performance will be based upon the satisfactory appearance of the  grounds, not whether anticipated projections of cycle frequencies have been performed. The appearance  and quality of the grounds will be reviewed on a periodic basis by the Owner. Supplier performance will  be evaluated and adjustments to the technical maintenance specifications, if required, will be made. 

It is recognized that at times, the development of new areas will damage or deter the maintaining of  existing areas. Seasonal weather differences may cause some variation in vegetation growth  characteristics and that different stages during the care cycle may vary from the desired appearance. 

Any plant, tree, grass or shrub that dies due to Suppliers negligence shall be replaced by the Supplier,  except in instances involving acts of God, theft, vandalism or the negligence of others, in which case the  plants may be replaced at the Owners direction at no additional cost to the Supplier.  

Any damage to walls, landscape, lighting or hardscape features by the Supplier shall be repaired by the  respective tradesmen initiated though the District Representative so all warranties remain effective. All  billing for said repairs will be directed to the Supplier responsible for said area and cost of repairs.

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LANDSCAPE DIAGRAMS

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INFIELD MAINTENANCE  

ROTO-TILLING  

Infields shall be roto-tilled 2" to 3" deep, laser leveled to proper% of slope in December. Infields shall be  roto-tilled 2" to 3" deep. 2,500 to 3,000 pounds per field of Turface MPV (supplied by District) shall be  evenly spread, re-tilled, laser leveled to proper% of slope in April.  

GENERAL MAINTENANCE 

Roll each field one (1) time per week. 

During all three (3) maintenance shut downs, the edge of the infield/outfield line needs to have lip  maintenance to ensure the smooth transition from the infield clay to the outfield grass. 

Drag fields a minimum of every two (2) games, Monday -Saturday. 

Supplier must provide at least one dedicated field maintenance employee scheduled to work the softball fields Monday -Saturday, during league play, to include prep time and field time during play. The Recreation Facilities Manager/Softball will be responsible for determining the  schedule based on league schedules, special games and events, and District requirements. This  schedule is subject to immediate change. 

Scarify infields twice per week, removing bases -Tuesday and Friday. 

Edge infields two (2) times a month. 

Edge and blow fence once every two weeks. 

Blow concession area three times per week. 

Clean out dugouts three times per week - Monday, Wednesday, Saturday. 

Weed eat bottom of fence area once a week. 

Weed eat trees once every two weeks. 

Tri-King perimeter of infield once every week. 

Edge and blow sidewalks once a week. 

Brush clay back on infield once every week. 

Blow and clean parking lot once a week. 

Line fields with paint as needed. 

RECREATION AREA 

Bahia grass will be cut once a week or as needed. 

Bermuda cut once a week or as needed. 

Small Bermuda areas use weed eater and/or fly mow once a week. 

Stick edge once a week. 

Blow behind edger and trimmer once a week. 

Blow recreation area three times a week. 

PARADISE SOFTBALL FIELD

DEGREE OF MAINTENANCE – 1 FIELD

Turf Bermuda 

30,000 Sq. Ft.

Infield and Warning Track/Foul – Clay 

21,000 Sq. Ft.




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LAWN BOWLING COURTS MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS  

MOWING  

Bermuda Turf Only -Courts shall be mowed three (3) times per week using a triplex mower. The practice  of alternating mower patterns shall be followed. Turf shall be cut to a height range of 3/8" to 3/4".  

AERIFICATION  

Courts shall be aerated as needed using the appropriate equipment with the minimum interference to  play.  

VERTICUTTING  

This may be scheduled bi-weekly during the active Bermuda grass growing season. This function shall be  coordinated to compliment the aerification and top dressing schedule.  

TOP DRESSING  

Following USGA specifications, approved top dressing material similar to greens construction material or  maintenance top dressing sand shall be applied and brushed into the turf. Light topdressing may be done  in conjunction with verticutting.  

FERTILIZATION  

One (1) pound of nitrogen per 1000 square feet may be applied one (1) time per month.  

SOIL TESTING  

Soil tests shall be taken two (3) times per year. March, June and September 

INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL  

Applications of pesticides and/or fungicides shall be carried out on a curative "as needed" basis.  

IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE  

All irrigation supplying lawn bowling, repair and replacement is included.  

WEED CONTROL  

Will be achieved through both pre-emergent and post-emergent chemical applications. These will be  made in a timely manner to minimize damages to golf course playability.

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PART 5  

PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS 

PROPOSAL COVER PAGE

Name of Firm, Entity or Organization:

Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN): ________________________________ State of Florida License Number (If Applicable):________________________________ Number of years as a Contractor/Supplier in this type of work: ____________________ Name of Contact Person:________________________ Title:_____________________ 

E-Mail Address:_________________________________________________________ Mailing Address:________________________________________________________ Street Address (if different):_______________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _________________________________________________________ Telephone: Fax:

If applicable, Previous Business Names of Firm, Entity or Organization in the last 7-10 years: ________________________________________________________________ EIN __________________________ _________________________________________________________________ EIN __________________________ __________________________________________________________________ EIN __________________________

Organizational Structure – Please Check One: 

Corporation Partnership Proprietorship Joint Venture Other  

If Corporation: 

Date of Incorporation: _____________ State of Incorporation:________________ States Registered in as Foreign Corporation: ______________________________

Does your firm accept MasterCard® for payment? Yes No 

Authorized Signature: 

Print Name: _________________________________ Title: _____________________________ Signature: ______________________________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________ Email: ____________________________

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal.




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PROPOSAL FORMS 

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FOR LINDSEY LANE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES  (5), KNUDSON SOFTBALL FIELD AND RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING 

RFP #22P-025 

(ALL PROPOSAL FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN EXCEL FORMAT ON  DEMANDSTAR & THE DISTRICT WEBSITE) 

Instructions to Proposers for Excel Proposal Form Completion 1) Open Excel Document and *if prompted choose ”Update” and “Continue” (see below) 





  





2) There are two (2) individual Excel Files that must be completed. 

General Landscaping/Golf Maintenance 

Softball Field/Lawn Bowling 

3) Enter your pricing for each of the items in the Unit Cost row (yellow) 

4) The Unit Cost prices will auto-fill into the Annual and Monthly Total Cost on each  form 

5) Save and Print each page from each Excel tab 

General Landscaping/Golf Maintenance 

Softball Field/Lawn Bowling 

6) Sign both Proposal signature pages in blue ink. 

7) Suppliers MUST submit pricing for BOTH proposal forms.  

8) Scan and upload Pricing Forms with your submittal. 

*Pricing form(s) must be fully completed and submitted with each Proposer’s submittal  packet 

*** Notice to Suppliers: only enter pricing in the yellow boxes. All yellow columns/row must include a unit price. If any yellow box is left blank, your proposal packet may be rejected as  incomplete. *** 

If you have any issues completing the proposal forms, please call the Purchasing Department immediately. **Errors or omissions by either party, may result in the cancellation of the solicitation**

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Proposals Forms 

(ALL PROPOSAL FORMS ARE AVAILABLE IN EXCEL FORMATS ON 

DEMANDSTAR & THE DISTRICT WEBSITE) 

SAMPLES 

***** END OF SAMPLE PROPOSAL FORMS *****

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PROPOSER’S 

STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE, EQUIPMENT AND PERSONNEL 

(Proposer may also provide any supplemental information as proof of experience and qualifications of  Firm and/or personnel listed on this form) 

CONTRACTOR/FIRM: ________________________________________________________________   

1. How many total years’ experience in golf landscape maintenance services?  __________ years 

As Prime Contractor _____________ years As Subcontractor _________________ years 

2. Does your Firm meet the qualifications/requirements to conduct these golf  

landscape maintenance services? Yes _____ No _____. If no, explain below. 

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 

3. List all officers and directors of your Firm. Attach additional sheets as needed. NAME POSITION/TITLE 

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 

4. Have you ever failed to complete any work awarded to you in the last 3 years? Yes _____ No _____. If yes, where and why?  

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 

5. Have you previously worked for The Villages or The District? Yes ___ No ___. If yes, list  projects.  

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

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EXPERIENCE & REFERENCES 

The determination of whether a Firm, Principal Individual or Sub-Contractor is responsible or not shall be  at the sole discretion of the District. Although the District may request submission of a minimum number  of requirements for evaluation, the District’s determination of a Firm, Principal Individual or Sub Contractor’s responsibility shall not be solely based on the it’s experience. 

1. Describe any experience of the Principal Individuals (Foremen, Superintendents, etc.) who are  responsible for the actual golf landscape maintenance services of your organization. Attach  additional sheets as needed. 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

  

Name Position   

Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm

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2. Proposer should supply a list of five (5) similar projects successfully completed or currently  working on by the Proposer, as a Prime or Subcontractor, within the last five (5) years. Failure to  provide this information may be cause for rejection of the bid. For the purpose of this RFP, a  similar project is described as follows: 

1. A contract with Landscape Maintenance for multiple golf courses.  

*The contact person listed as a reference shall be someone who has personal knowledge of the  Proposer’s performance during the referenced project. Contact persons must have been informed that  they are being used as a reference and that the District will be emailing them. (If at all possible, please  do NOT use District Staff as a Reference)

Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:




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Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



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EQUIPMENT & MATERIAL RESOURCES which will be used on job site 

1. List equipment owned (types, number of, make, model, and year). (Separate list is acceptable) 1. __________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________________________ 5. __________________________________________________________________ 6. __________________________________________________________________ 7. __________________________________________________________________ 8. __________________________________________________________________ 9. __________________________________________________________________ 10. __________________________________________________________________ 

2. List equipment expected to be purchased for this project. (Separate list is acceptable). 1. __________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________________________ 5. __________________________________________________________________ 

CONTRACTOR’S AFFIDAVIT 

State of Florida 

County of _______________________ 

Before me personally appeared ______________________ who is (title) ____________________ of (the company described  herein) _________________________ being duly sworn, deposes and say that the foregoing statements are a true and accurate  statement of the position of said organization as of the date thereof, and, that the statements and answers to the foregoing  experience questionnaire are correct and true as of the date of this affidavit; and, that he/she understands that intentional inclusion  of false, deceptive, or fraudulent statements of this application constitutes fraud; and, agrees to furnish any pertinent information  requested by The District deemed necessary to verify the statements made in this application or regarding the ability, standing and  general reputation of the applicant. 

Personally Known ________ or Produced Identification _______________________________ 

Sworn to and subscribed before me this _________ day of ______________________, 2022 

__________________________________ _________________________________ NOTARY PUBLIC - STATE OF FLORIDA (Print Name of Notary Public) 

(Signature of Notary Public) 

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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W-9  

(Download this form at http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf)  

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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DISCLOSURE OF SUBCONTRACTORS, SUBCONSULTANTS AND SUPPLIERS 

Note: Bidder must sign the appropriate statement below as applicable. Bidder shall not change  any Subcontractors, Subconsultants or Suppliers without just cause and approval by the District. ( ) No Subcontractors, Subconsultants or Suppliers will be used in connection with performance of this  contract. 

Firm:  

Signature: 

-OR-  

( ) All Sub-contractors, Sub-consultants or Suppliers to be used in connection with performance of this  contract are listed below. (This form may be duplicated and as necessary for additional  Firms/Agencies)  

Firm:  

Signature: 

SUB-CONTRACTORS, SUB-CONSULTANTS AND SUPPLIERS 

Name of Firm or Agency:  

Address: 

Telephone: 

Contact Name / Title: 

Circle One: *sub-contractor sub-consultant supplier 

 *What is the estimated percent of work that the Sub-Contractor will self-perform? _________% 

Name of Firm or Agency:  

Address: 

Telephone: 

Contact Name / Title: 

Circle One: *sub-contractor sub-consultant supplier 

 *What is the estimated percent of work that the Sub-Contractor will self-perform? _________% 

Name of Firm or Agency:  

Address: 

Telephone: 

Contact Name / Title: 

Circle One: *sub-contractor sub-consultant supplier 

 *What is the estimated percent of work that the Sub-Contractor will self-perform? _________% 

Name of Firm or Agency:  

Address: 

Telephone: 

Contact Name / Title: 

Circle One: *sub-contractor sub-consultant supplier 

 *What is the estimated percent of work that the Sub-Contractor will self-perform? _________% Name of Bidder’s Firm: 

This document must be completed and returned with your Submitta

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SUBCONTRACTORS 

STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE, EQUIPMENT AND PERSONNEL Form ONLY required if your Subcontractor is self-performing 75% or more of the work bid. (Bidder may also provide any supplemental information as proof of experience and qualifications of Firm  and/or personnel listed on this form) 

SUBCONTRACTOR: ________________________________________________________________ Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN): ____________________________________________ State of Florida License Number (If Applicable):____________________________________________ 1. How many total years’ experience in golf landscape maintenance services? __________ years As Prime Contractor _____________ years As Subcontractor _________________ years 

2. Does your Firm meet the qualifications/requirements to conduct these golf  

landscape maintenance services? Yes _____ No _____. If no, explain below. 

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 

3. List all officers and directors of your Firm. Attach additional sheets as needed. NAME POSITION/TITLE 

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 

4. Have you ever failed to complete any work awarded to you in the last 3 years? Yes _____ No _____. If yes, where and why?  

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 

5. Have you previously worked for The Villages or The District? Yes ___ No ___. If yes, list  projects.  

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

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SUBCONTRACTOR EXPERIENCE & REFERENCES 

The determination of whether a Firm, Principal Individual or Sub-Contractor is responsible or not shall be  at the sole discretion of the District. Although the District may request submission of a minimum number  of requirements for evaluation, the District’s determination of a Firm, Principal Individual or Sub Contractor’s responsibility shall not be solely based on the it’s experience. 

3. Describe any experience of the Principal Individuals (Foremen, Superintendents, etc.) who are  responsible for the actual golf landscape maintenance services of your organization. Attach  additional sheets as needed. 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

  

Name Position   

Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm 

Name Position Type of Work Yrs. Experience Yrs. With Firm

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4. Subcontractor should supply a list of five (5) similar projects successfully completed or currently  working on by the Subcontractor, as a Prime or Subcontractor, within the last five (5) years.  Failure to provide this information may be cause for rejection of the bid. For the purpose of this  ITB, a similar project is described as follows: 

1. A contract with Landscape Maintenance for multiple golf courses.  

*The contact person listed as a reference shall be someone who has personal knowledge of the Bidder’s  performance during the referenced project. Contact persons must have been informed that they are being  used as a reference and that the District will be emailing them. (If at all possible, please do NOT use  District Staff as a Reference)

Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:




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Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



Owner / Business Name:

Project Location / Address:

City: 

State: 

Zip Code:

Point of Contact: 

Dates of Work:

Phone Number: 

Fax Number:

E-mail Address:

Project Name: 

Contract Amount:

Brief Description of Project and Installation:



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SUBCONTRACTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIAL RESOURCES which will be used on job site 1. List equipment owned (types, number of, make, model, and year). (Separate list is acceptable) 1. __________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________________________ 5. __________________________________________________________________ 6. __________________________________________________________________ 7. __________________________________________________________________ 8. __________________________________________________________________ 9. __________________________________________________________________ 10. __________________________________________________________________ 

2. List equipment expected to be purchased for this project. (Separate list is acceptable). 1. __________________________________________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________________________ 3. __________________________________________________________________ 4. __________________________________________________________________ 5. __________________________________________________________________ 

SUBCONTRACTOR’S AFFIDAVIT 

State of Florida 

County of _______________________ 

Before me personally appeared ______________________ who is (title) ____________________ of (the company described  herein) _________________________ being duly sworn, deposes and say that the foregoing statements are a true and accurate  statement of the position of said organization as of the date thereof, and, that the statements and answers to the foregoing  experience questionnaire are correct and true as of the date of this affidavit; and, that he/she understands that intentional inclusion  of false, deceptive, or fraudulent statements of this application constitutes fraud; and, agrees to furnish any pertinent information  requested by The District deemed necessary to verify the statements made in this application or regarding the ability, standing and  general reputation of the applicant. 

Personally Known ________ or Produced Identification _______________________________ 

Sworn to and subscribed before me this _________ day of ______________________, 2022 

__________________________________ _________________________________ NOTARY PUBLIC - STATE OF FLORIDA (Print Name of Notary Public) 

(Signature of Notary Public) 

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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EXCEPTIONS OR DEVIATIONS TO SPECIFICATIONS 

Note: Proposer must sign the appropriate statement below as applicable. 

( ) Proposer understands and agrees to all terms, conditions, requirements and  specifications stated herein. 

Firm:  

Signature: 

-OR-  

( ) Proposer takes exceptions to terms, conditions, requirements or specifications stated  herein. (Proposer must itemize each exception below and return with the Proposal  Form.) 

Firm: 

Signature: 

Proposer should note that any exceptions taken from the stated terms and/or specifications may, but not necessarily  will be cause for their submittal to be deemed “non-responsive”, risking rejecting of the submittal. 

Attached are _________ additional pages. 

Name of Proposer’s Firm: 

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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PROPOSER’S CERTIFICATION

Submit To: Villages Community Development Districts Purchasing Department 

1071 Canal Street 

The Villages, FL 32162 

Phone 352-751-6700 

Fax 352-751-6715

VILLAGES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS 

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) CERTIFICATION 

AND ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGMENT

DUE DATE: June 28, 2022 

DUE TIME: 3:00 pm 

RFP #22P-025

TITLE: LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE FOR LINDSEY LANE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES (5), KNUDSON  SOFTBALL FIELD AND RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING

VENDOR NAME: 

PHONE NUMBER:

VENDOR MAILING ADDRESS: 

FAX NUMBER:

CITY/STATE/ZIP: 

E-MAIL ADDRESS:

“I, the undersigned, certify acknowledgement and the review of any addenda issued (if applicable, indicate all addenda DATES below).” 

 ______________ ____________ ___________ ____________ ___________  Addendum #1 Addendum #2 Addendum #3 Addendum #4 Addendum #5 

 _____________ ___________ ___________ ___________ ___________ Addendum #6 Addendum #7 Addendum #8 Addendum #9 Addendum #10 

*The District may reject as non-responsive, any or all submittals where Respondents fail to acknowledge receipt of Addenda as prescribed.

“I, the undersigned, declare that I have carefully examined the Solicitation, specifications, terms and conditions as applicable for this request, and that I  am thoroughly familiar with all provisions and the quality and type of coverage and services specified. I agree to abide by all conditions of this  Solicitation and certify that I am authorized to sign this Certification and that the response is in compliance with all requirements of the Solicitation,  including but not limited to certification requirements, insurance requirements and E-Verify participation. 

I understand that timely commencement will be considered in award of this Solicitation and that cancellation of award will be considered if  commencement time is not met, and that untimely commencement may be cause for assessment of liquidated damages claims. I further certify that  the services will meet or exceed the Solicitation requirements.  

I certify that this response is made without prior understanding, agreement, or connection with any corporation, firm, or person submitting a response for the same material, supplies, equipment or services and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. I further declare that I have not divulged,  discussed, or compared this submittal with any other Respondent and have not colluded with any Respondents or parties to a Solicitation whatsoever  for any fraudulent purpose. In conducting offers with an agency for Village Center Community Development District, Sumter Landing Community  Development District, Brownwood Community Development District, Coleman Ridge Community Development District, Middleton A Community  Development District North Sumter County Utility Dependent District, Wildwood Utility Dependent District or any Village Community Development  District 1-14, Respondent agrees that if this submittal is accepted, the Respondent will convey, sell, assign, or transfer to the Districts all rights, title  and interest in and to all causes of action it may now or hereafter acquire under the anti-trust laws of the United States for price fixing relating to the  particular commodities or services purchased or acquired by the Districts. At the Districts’ discretion, such assignment shall be made and become  effective at the time the District renders final payment to the Awardee.” 

 _________________________ _______________________ ______________________________ _______________  Authorized Supplier Name Title (Print) Authorized Signature Date

This form must be completed and returned with your Submittal




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SUPPLIER CERTIFICATION REGARDING SCRUTINIZED COMPANIES’ LIST  

Respondent Supplier Name: _____________________________________________________________________ FEIN: _______________________________________________________________________________________ Authorized Representative’s Name & Title: ________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________ City: ________________________________________ State: ______________ Zip: ______________ 

Phone Number: ________________________________ Email:________________________________________ 

Sections 287.135 and 215.473, Florida Statutes, prohibit Florida municipalities from contracting with  companies, for goods or services over $1,000,000 that are on either the Scrutinized Companies with  Activities in Sudan List or the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector  List, or to engage in any Business operations with Cuba or Syria. Sections 287.135 and 215.4725 also  prohibit Florida municipalities from contracting with companies, for goods or services in any amount that  are on the list of Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel. 

The list of “Scrutinized Companies” is created pursuant to Section 215.473, Florida Statutes. A copy of  the current list of “Scrutinized Companies” can be found at the following link: 

https://www.sbafla.com/fsb/FundsWeManage/FRSPensionPlan/GlobalGovernanceMandates/QuarterlyReports.aspx 

As the person authorized to sign on behalf of the Respondent Vendor, I hereby certify that the company  identified above in the section entitled “Respondent Vendor Name” is not listed on either the Scrutinized  Companies with Activities in Sudan List; or the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran  Petroleum Energy Sector List; is not participating in a boycott of Israel; and does not have any business  operations with Cuba or Syria. I understand that pursuant to Sections 287.135 and 215.473, Florida  Statutes, the submission of a false certification may subject the Respondent Vendor to civil penalties,  attorney’s fees, and/or costs. 

I understand and agree that the Village Center Community Development District, Sumter Landing  Community Development District, Brownwood Community Development District, Coleman Ridge  Community Development District, Middleton A Community Development District North Sumter County  Utility Dependent District, Wildwood Utility Dependent District, or any Village Community Development  District 1-13 may immediately terminate any contract resulting from this solicitation upon written notice if  the company referenced above are found to have submitted a false certification or any of the following  occur with respect to the company or a related entity: (i) for any contract for goods or services in any  amount of monies, it has been placed on the Scrutinized Companies that Boycott Israel List, or is  engaged in a boycott of Israel, or (ii) for any contract for goods or services of one million dollars  ($1,000,000) or more, it has been placed on the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in Sudan List or  the Scrutinized Companies with Activities in the Iran Petroleum Energy Sector List, or it is found to have  been engaged in business operations in Cuba or Syria. 

Certified By: _________________________________, who is authorized to sign on behalf of Respondent 

Print Name and Title:  

______________________________________________________________________ Signature: _______________________________________ Date: _______________________ This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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DRUG FREE WORKPLACE CERTIFICATE 

I, the undersigned, in accordance with Florida Statute 287.087, hereby certify that, 

_______________________________________________ 

(print or type name of firm) 

Publishes a written statement notifying that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing,  possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the workplace named above, and  specifying actions that will be taken against violations of such prohibition. 

Informs employees about the dangers of drug abuse in the work place, the firm’s policy of  maintaining a drug free working environment, and available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and  employee assistance programs, and the penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug  use violations.  

Gives each employee engaged in providing commodities or contractual services that are under  proposal or bid, a copy of the statement specified above. 

Notifies the employees that as a condition of working on the commodities or contractual services  that are under proposal or bid, the employee will abide by the terms of the statement and will  notify the employer of any conviction of, please or guilty or nolo contendere to, any violation of  Chapter 1893, or of any controlled substance law of the State of Florida or the United States, for  a violation occurring in the work place, no later than five (5) days after such conviction, and  requires employees to sign copies of such written (*) statement to acknowledge their receipt. 

Imposes a sanction on, or requires the satisfactory participation in, a drug abuse assistance or  rehabilitation program, if such is available in the employee’s community, by any employee who is  so convicted. 

Makes a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug free work place through the  implementation of the drug free workplace program. 

“As a person authorized to sign this statement, I certify that the above named business, firm or  corporation complies fully with the requirements set forth herein”. 

_________________________________ 

Authorized Signature 

_________________________________ 

Date Signed 

State of: _____________________ 

County of: ___________________ 

Sworn to and subscribed before me this ________day of _____________, 2022 

Personally known _______ or Produced Identification ___________________________  (Specify Type of Identification) 

___________________________________ 

Signature of Notary 

My Commission Expires _______________ 

(seal) 

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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ANTI-COLLUSION STATEMENT 

By signing, this form, the vendor agrees that this proposal is made without any other  understanding, agreement, or connection with any person, corporation, or firm submitting a quote for the same purpose and that the quote is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud, 

IT IS AGREED BY THE UNDERSIGNED VENDOR THAT THE SIGNING AND DELIVERY OF THE QUOTE REPRESENTS THE VENDOR'S ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FORGOING SPECIFICATIONS AND PROVISIONS, AND IF AWARDED, THIS CONTRACT WILL REPRESENT THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE VENDOR AND THE VILLAGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS. 

NAME OF FIRM: _ 

[Sign in ink in the space provided below] 

SIGNED BY: _ TITLE: _ 

ADDRESS: 

CITY & STATE:  

TELEPHONE:  

No proposals will be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of proposals, without the consent of the Purchasing Director.  

NO PROPOSAL (Reason): 

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS 

The contractor shall maintain, on a primary basis and at its sole expense, at all times while performing work for  any of the Districts, the “Standard Insurance Requirements” described herein. Contractors responding to a  competitive formal solicitation shall provide with their submittal, a Certificate of Insurance (COI) or a letter from  the insurance company stating required coverage is obtainable. Prior to commencement of any work for the  Districts, a COI fulfilling all Standard Insurance requirements must be received and approved by VCCDD. Work is  defined as any service provided to the Districts by a vendor/contractor who must access District property in order  to provide the service(s). The requirements contained herein, as well as the District’s review or  acknowledgement, is not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify the liabilities and obligations  assumed by the contractor under this contract. 

Standard Insurance Requirements: Financial Rating of Insurance Companies - All insurance companies must  have financial rating of A- or higher by A.M. Best Company, Inc. with the exception of self-insured insurance  companies. 

Commercial General Liability Insurance - The contractor shall maintain Commercial General Liability  Insurance at a limit of liability not less than $1,000,000 each occurrence and a $2,000,000 annual aggregate. Due  to the nature of the work involved, consultants performing program and/or contract management services are  required to maintain $1,000,000 each occurrence and $1,000,000 annual aggregate. The coverage shall not  contain any endorsement(s) excluding nor limiting product /completed operations, independent contractors, broad  form property damage, X-C-U Coverage, contractual liability or cross liability. The self-insured retention or  deductible shall not exceed $50,000. 

Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the  Commercial General Liability Insurance with a “CG 2010 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or  Contractors,” or “CG2026 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors – Scheduled Person or  Organization endorsement,” or similar endorsement providing equal or broader “Additional Insured” coverage.  In addition, the contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” under the contractor’s  Commercial Umbrella/Excess Liability as required herein. * 

Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of subrogation in favor of the  District, contractor, subcontractor, architects, or engineers for each required policy providing coverage during  the life of this contract. When required by the insurer, or should a policy condition not permit the contractor to  enter into a pre-loss agreement to waive subrogation without an endorsement, then the contractor shall notify  the insurer and request the policy be endorsed with a waiver of transfer of rights of recovery against others, or  an equivalent endorsement. This waiver of subrogation requirement shall not apply to any policy that includes  a condition specifically prohibiting such an endorsement, or voids coverage should the contractor enter into  such an agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

Business Automobile Liability Insurance - The contractor shall maintain Business Automobile Liability  Insurance at a limit of liability not less than $1,000,000 each occurrence. Coverage shall include liability for  owned, non-owned, and hired automobiles. In the event the contractor does not own automobiles, the contractor  shall maintain coverage for hired and non-owned auto liability, which may be satisfied by way of endorsement to  the Commercial General Liability policy or separate Business Auto Liability policy. 

Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the  Business Automobile Liability Insurance with a “CG 2010 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or  Contractors,” or “CG2026 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors – Scheduled Person or  Organization endorsement,” or similar endorsement providing equal or broader “Additional Insured” coverage.  In addition, the contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” under the contractor’s  Commercial Umbrella/Excess Liability as required herein. * 

Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of subrogation in favor of the  District, contractor, subcontractor, architects, or engineers for each required policy providing coverage during  the life of this contract. When required by the insurer, or should a policy condition not permit the contractor to  enter into a pre-loss agreement to waive subrogation without an endorsement, then the contractor shall notify  the insurer and request the policy be endorsed with a waiver of transfer of rights of recovery against others, or  an equivalent endorsement. This waiver of subrogation requirement shall not apply to any policy that includes  a condition specifically prohibiting such an endorsement, or voids coverage should the contractor enter into  such an agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

Worker’s Compensation Insurance and Employers Liability Insurance - The contractor, any sub- consultants  or subcontractors shall maintain their own Worker’s Compensation Insurance and Employers Liability in  accordance with Florida Statute Chapter 440. In case any class of employees engaged in hazardous work at the  site of the operations is not protected under the Worker’s Compensation statute, the Vendor shall provide, and  cause each sub consultant or subcontractor to provide adequate insurance for the protection of its employees not  otherwise protected. The Vendor must provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) showing Worker’s Compensation  coverage or must provide an exemption certificate issued by the State of Florida showing that the Vendor is  exempt from Worker’s Compensation insurance requirements. (NOTE: Elective exemptions or coverage through  an employee leasing arrangement will be on a case-by-case basis). 

Umbrella or Excess Liability Insurance (needed for large contracts as determined and approved by the  Purchasing Director) - The contractor shall maintain either a Commercial Umbrella or Excess Liability Insurance  at a limit of liability not less than $2,000,000 each occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. The contractor shall  endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the Umbrella or Excess Liability Insurance, unless the  Commercial Umbrella/Excess Liability Insurance provides coverage on a pure “True Follow- Form” basis, or the  District is automatically defined as an additional protected person. Any self- insured retention or deductible shall  not exceed $50,000. 

Professional or Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance (when applicable) - The contractor shall maintain  a Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions policy at a limit of liability no less than $1,000,000 per claim/loss  and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the  Professional and/or Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance. 

Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the  Professional or Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance with a “CG 2010 Additional Insured – Owners,  Lessees, or Contractors,” or “CG2026 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors – Scheduled  Person or Organization endorsement,” or similar endorsement providing equal or broader “Additional Insured”  coverage. In addition, the contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” under the  contractor’s Commercial Umbrella/Excess Liability as required herein. * 

Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of subrogation in favor of the  District, contractor, subcontractor, architects, or engineers for each required policy providing coverage during  the life of this contract. When required by the insurer, or should a policy condition not permit the contractor to  enter into a pre-loss agreement to waive subrogation without an endorsement, then the contractor shall notify  the insurer and request the policy be endorsed with a waiver of transfer of rights of recovery against others, or  an equivalent endorsement. This waiver of subrogation requirement shall not apply to any policy that includes  a condition specifically prohibiting such an endorsement, or voids coverage should the contractor enter into  such an agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

Professional Liability for IT including Cyber Risk (when applicable) - The contractor shall maintain  Professional Liability Insurance for IT Technology including cyber risk policy at a limit of liability no less than  $1,000,000 per claim/loss and $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an  “Additional Insured” on the Professional IT Liability Insurance.  

Additional Insured Endorsement. The contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” on the  Professional Liability for IT Insurance with a “CG 2010 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors,”  or “CG2026 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors – Scheduled Person or Organization  endorsement,” or similar endorsement providing equal or broader “Additional Insured” coverage. In addition,  the contractor shall endorse all Districts as an “Additional Insured” under the contractor’s Commercial  Umbrella/Excess Liability as required herein.  

Waiver of Subrogation Endorsement. The contractor shall provide a waiver of subrogation in favor of the District,  contractor, subcontractor, architects, or engineers for each required policy providing coverage during the life of  this contract. When required by the insurer, or should a policy condition not permit the contractor to enter into a  

pre-loss agreement to waive subrogation without an endorsement, then the contractor shall notify the insurer and  request the policy be endorsed with a waiver of transfer of rights of recovery against others, or an equivalent  endorsement. This waiver of subrogation requirement shall not apply to any policy that includes a condition  specifically prohibiting such an endorsement, or voids coverage should the contractor enter into such an  agreement on a pre-loss basis. 

*Note: The individual Districts that shall be endorsed and listed as Additional Insureds on all policies are: Village Center Community Development District, Sumter Landing Community Development District, Brownwood  Community Development District, Village Community Development Districts 1 – 14, North Sumter County Utility  Dependent District, Wildwood Utility Dependent District 

All at the following street address: 

 984 Old Mill Run Attention: Risk Management 

 The Villages, FL 32162 

Indemnification - The contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless all of the Districts, its offices, agents and  employees from and against any and all claims, losses or liability, or any portion thereof, including attorney’s fees and  costs, arising from injury or death to persons, including injuries, sickness, disease or death to contractor’s own  employees or damage to property occasioned by a negligent act, omission or failure of the contractor. Builder’s Risk Insurance - Required for all projects when a new building is being constructed from the ground up. The  contractor, prior to notice to proceed or commencement of work, whichever occurs first, shall obtain Builder’s Risk  Insurance providing coverage to protect the interests of the Districts, contractor, and subcontractors. Coverage shall be  written on an All- Risk, Replacement Cost, and Completed Value Form basis in an amount at least equal to 100% of the  projected completed value of the project as well as subsequent modifications of that sum. Flat deductible(s) shall not  exceed $50,000, wind percentage deductible (when applicable) shall not exceed ten-percent (10%), and flood sub limit  shall not be less than 25% of the projected completed value of the project. The contractor shall endorse the policy with a  manuscript endorsement eliminating the automatic termination of coverage in the event the building is occupied in whole  or in part, or put to its intended use, or partially accepted by the District. The manuscript endorsement shall amend the  automatic termination clause to only terminate coverage if the policy expires, is cancelled, the District’s interest in the  building ceases, or the building is accepted or insured by the District. The contractor shall endorse the District’s as  “Additional Insured”, or “Loss Payee”, on the Builder’s Risk Policy. Builder’s Risk Insurance is not required for additions  or renovations that will alter and/or add to an existing permanent structure .  

Deductibles, Coinsurance Penalties, and Self-Insured Retention - The contractor shall be fully and solely  responsible for any costs or expenses as a result of a coverage deductible, coinsurance penalty, or self- insured  retention; including any loss not covered because of the operation of such deductible, coinsurance penalty, self-insured  retention, or coverage exclusion or limitation. For deductible amounts that exceed the amounts stated herein that are  acceptable to the District, the Contractor shall, when requested by the District, maintain a Commercial Surety Bond in an  amount equal to said deductible amount. 

Right to Revise or Reject - The District reserves the right, but not the obligation, to review and revise any insurance  requirement, not limited to limits, coverages and endorsements based on insurance market conditions affecting the  availability or affordability of coverage; or changes in the scope of work/specifications affecting the applicability of  coverage. Additionally, the District reserves the right, but not the obligation, to review and reject any insurance policies  failing to meet the criteria stated herein, or any insurer(s) providing coverage due to its poor financial condition or failure  to operate legally. In such events, the District shall provide the contractor written notice of such revisions or rejections. No Representation of Coverage Adequacy - The coverages, limits or endorsements required herein protect the  primary interests of the Districts, and these coverages, limits or endorsements shall in no way be required to be relied  upon when assessing the extent or determining appropriate types and limits of coverage to protect the contractor  against any loss exposures, whether as a result of the project or otherwise. 

Certificate(s) of Insurance - The contractor shall provide the VCCDD Purchasing Department with a COI clearly  evidencing that all coverage, limits, and endorsements required herein are maintained and in full force and effect and  copies of endorsements (additional insured and waiver of subrogation) shall be submitted with the COI. A minimum  thirty (30) day endeavor to notify due to cancellation or non-renewal of coverage shall be identified on each COI. In the  event the District is notified that a required insurance coverage will cancel or expire during the period of this  contract, the contractor agrees to furnish the District prior to the expiration of such insurance, a new COI evidencing  replacement coverage. When notified by the District, the contractor agrees not to continue work pursuant to this  contract, unless all required insurance remains in effect. The District shall have the right, but not the obligation, of  prohibiting the contractor from entering the project site until a new COI is provided to the District evidencing the  replacement coverage. The contractor agrees the District reserves the right to withhold payment to the contractor until  evidence of reinstated or replacement coverage is provided to the District. If the contractor fails to maintain the  insurance as set forth herein, the contractor agrees the District shall have the right, but not the obligation, to purchase  replacement insurance and the contractor agrees to reimburse any premiums or expenses incurred by the District. The Contractor Agrees the COI shall: 

I. Clearly indicate all the Districts have been endorsed on the Commercial General Liability Insurance and the  Business Automobile Liability Insurance with a “CG 2010 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors,”  or “CG 2026 Additional Insured – Owners, Lessees, or Contractors – Scheduled Person or organization  endorsement,” or similar endorsement providing equal or greater “Additional Insured” coverage. 

II. Clearly indicate a waiver of subrogation endorsement in favor of all the Districts on the Commercial General  Liability Insurance and the Business Automobile Liability Insurance policies. 

III. Clearly indicate all Districts are endorsed as an “Additional Insured”, or “Loss Payee” on the Builder’s Risk  Insurance, and when applicable, “Additional Insured” on the Commercial Umbrella/Excess Liability Insurance as  required herein. 

IV. Clearly identify each policy’s limits, flat and percentage deductibles, sub limits, or self- insured retentions, which  exceed the amounts or percentages set forth herein. 

V. Clearly indicate a minimum thirty (30) day endeavor to notify requirement in the event of cancellation or non renewal of coverage. 

VI. The original COI and copies of all required endorsements should be forwarded and clearly indicate certificate  holder and “Additional Insured” as follows: 

Village Center Community Development District, Sumter Landing Community Development District,  Brownwood Community Development District, Coleman Ridge Community Development District, Middleton  A Community Development District, Village Community Development Districts 1 – 14, North Sumter County  Utility Dependent District, Wildwood Utility Dependent District 

Mailing address: 

984 Old Mill Run Attn: Risk Management Department 

The Villages, FL 32162  

NOTICE: On rare occasions, exceptions to the required insurance limits are needed. The Risk Management  department may adjust such requirements if deemed necessary. Exceptions are valid only for the applicable project or  fiscal year in which they are granted. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

• W-9: Every Vendor is required to provide a signed and completed current W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification  Number and Certification Form. The District requests an updated form at least every four years. • Occupational License: If the county that your business resides in requires you to obtain an Occupational License,  a copy of your current County Occupational License or Tax Receipt is required. 

• Contact Information: Every Vendor should provide a Contact Name, Phone Number and Email Address for  notification purposes. 

ACKNOWLEDGED:  

 ________________________ _ _____________________  Signature Date

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal Village Community Development Districts 

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Purchasing Department 

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

STATEMENT OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

PUBLIC ENTITY CRIME: A person or affiliate who has been placed on the convicted vendor list following a  conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a Proposal/Bid on a contract to provide any goods or services  to a public entity, for the construction or repair of a public building or public work, may not submit Proposals/Bids  on leases of real property to a public entity, may not be awarded or perform work as a vendor, supplier,  subcontractor, or consultant under a contract with any public entity, and may not transact business with any  public entity in excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017, for CATEGORY TWO for a period of  36 months from the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list. 

INDEMNIFICATION : The successful Supplier agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Village Center  Community Development District, Sumter Landing Community Development District, North Sumter County Utility  Dependent District, Wildwood Utility Dependent District, Brownwood Community Development District, Village  Community Development Districts 1-14 and their elected officials, employees and volunteers and defend and  indemnify the Districts and the agents, servants, employees, officers, and officials thereof from and against any  and all liability or responsibility for damage to property or person that may arise in connection with the services to  be provided hereunder, including reasonable attorney fees and expenses. 

PROHIBITION OF LOBBYING: During the blackout period which is the period between the Issue Date of the  Solicitation and the end of the 72-hour period following the Districts posting of the Notice of Intent to Award,  excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and state holidays, no proposer, no lobbyist, principal, or other person may lobby,  on behalf of a competing party in a particular procurement matter, any member of the Board, or any District  employee other than Purchasing Staff. Violation of this provision may result in disqualification of the violating  party. All questions regarding this RFP/ITB must be submitted in writing to the District Purchasing Staff.  ANTI TRUST LAWS: By submission of a signed RFP/ITB, the successful Supplier acknowledges compliance  with all antitrust laws of the United States and the State of Florida, in order to protect the public from restraint of  trade, which illegally increases prices.  

CONFLICT OF INTEREST: The award of the contract hereunder is subject to the provisions of Chapter 112 of  the Florida Statutes. Respondents shall disclose the name of any Officer, Director, Partner, Associate, or Agent  who is also an Officer, Appointee, or Employee of any of the Districts at the time of the RFP/ITB, or at the time of  occurrence of the Conflict of Interest thereafter. 

INTERPRETATION, CLARIFICATIONS AND ADDENDA: No oral interpretations will be made to any Supplier as  to the meaning of the RFP/ITB Documents. Any inquiry or request for interpretation received by the Purchasing  Department in writing before the date and time indicated in the RFP/ITB as the last day/time for questions will be  given consideration. All such changes or interpretations will be made in writing in the form of an addendum and, if  issued, will be distributed at or after the Pre-Proposal/Pre-Bid Conference, mailed or sent by available or  electronic means to all attending prospective Respondents prior to the established RFP/ITB opening date. Each  Respondent shall acknowledge receipt of such addenda in the form provided. In case any Respondent fails to  acknowledge receipt of such addenda or addendum, Respondent’s offer will nevertheless be construed as  though it had been received and acknowledged and the submission of Respondent’s RFP/ITB submittal will  constitute acknowledgment of the receipt of same. All addenda are a part of the RFP/ITB documents and each  Respondent will be bound by such addenda, whether or not received or acknowledged at submittal. It is the  responsibility of each Respondent to verify receipt of all addenda issued before RFP/ITB submittals are opened.  In the case of unit price items, the quantities of work to be done and materials to be furnished under this RFP/ITB  are to be considered as approximate only and are to be used solely for the comparison of RFP/ITB received. The  District and/or District Consultants do not expressly or by implication represent that the actual quantities involved  will correspond exactly therewith; nor shall the Supplier plead misunderstanding or deception because of such  estimate or quantities of work performed or material furnished in accordance with the Specifications and/or  Drawings and other RFP/ITB documents, and it is understood that the quantities may be increased or diminished  as provided herein without in any way invalidating any of the unit or lump sum prices submitted by Respondent. GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS: The Supplier is required to be familiar with and shall be responsible  for complying with all federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations that in any manner affect the  work. 

PROPRIETARY/CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: Suppliers are hereby notified that all information submitted as  part of, or in support of RFP/ITB, will be available for public inspection ten days after opening of the RFP/ITB or  until a short list is recommended whichever comes first, in compliance with Chapter 119, and 287 of the Florida  Statutes. Any person wishing to view the RFP/ITB must make an appointment by calling the Purchasing Director  at (352) 751-6700. Any RFP/ITB submitted in response to this solicitation becomes the property of the District.  Unless information submitted is proprietary, copy written, trademarked, or patented, the District reserves the right  to utilize any or all information, ideas, conceptions, or portions of any RFP/ITB submittal, in its best interest.  TAXES: The Village Center Community Development District, Sumter Landing Community Development District,  North Sumter County Utility Dependent District, Wildwood Utility Dependent District, Brownwood Community  Development District and Village Community Development Districts 1-14 are exempt from any taxes imposed by  the State and/or Federal Government. Exemption certificates will be provided upon request and/ or found on the  District website at www.Districtgov.org 

NON-COLLUSION DECLARATION: By signing the RFP/ITB submittal, all Respondents shall affirm that they  shall not collude, conspire, connive or agree, directly or indirectly, with any other Respondent, firm, or person to  submit a collusive or sham RFP/ITB submittal in connection with the work for which their RFP/ITB submittal has  been developed; or to refrain from responding to the RFP/ITB in connection with such work; or have in any  manner, directly or indirectly, sought by person to fix the price or prices in their RFP/ITB submittal or of any other  Respondent, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost elements of their RFP/ITB price or the RFP/ITB price of any  other Respondent, or to secure through any collusion, conspiracy, connivance, or unlawful Contract any  advantage against any other Supplier, or any person interested in the proposed work. 

PROPOSER RESPONSIBILITY: Invitation by the Districts to Suppliers is based on the recipient’s specific  request and application to DemandStar at www.DemandStar.com, to the District website at www.Districtgov.org or as the result of response by the public to the legal advertisements required by State law. Firms or individuals  submit their responses on a voluntary basis, and therefore are not entitled to compensation of any kind. OWNERSHIP OF SUBMITTALS: All responses, inquiries or correspondence relating to or in reference to this  RFP/ITB, and all other reports, charts, displays, schedules, exhibits and other documentation submitted by the  Supplier will become the property of the District. Reference to literature submitted with a previous RFP/ITB will  not relieve the Respondent from including any required documents with this RFP/ITB submittal. EXAMINATION OF BID DOCUMENTS: Each Respondent shall carefully examine the RFP/ITB documents to  ensure all pages have been received, all drawings and/or Specifications and other applicable documents are  included, and shall inform himself thoroughly regarding any and all conditions and requirements that may in any  manner affect cost, progress or performance of the work to be performed under the Contract. Ignorance on the  part of the successful Respondent will in no way relieve him of the obligations and responsibilities assumed under  the Contract. 

SUPPLIER RESPONSIBILITY: Respondents are fully and completely responsible for the labeling, identification  and delivery of their RFP/ITB submittals. District Staff will not be responsible for any mislabeled or misdirected  submissions, nor those handled by delivery persons, couriers, or the US Postal Service. DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: All Respondents shall submit the enclosed, duly signed and notarized form entitled  “Drug Free Workplace Certificate”. The Drug Free Workplace Supplier shall have the burden of demonstrating  that his program complies with Section 287.087 of the Florida Statutes, and any other applicable state law. 

This document must be completed and returned with your  Submittal 

Village Community Development Districts 

The VILLAGE CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, SUMTER LANDING COMMUNITY  DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, NORTH SUMTER COUNTY UTILITY DEPENDENT DISTRICT, BROWNWOOD  COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, COLEMAN RIDGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT,  MIDDLETON A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, NORTH SUMTER COUNTY UTILITY DEPENDENT  DISTRICT, WILDWOOD UTILITY DEPENDENT DISTRICT AND VILLAGE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT  DISTRICTS 1-14, are 

political subdivisions of the State of Florida, and reserve the right to reject any and/or all submittals, reserve the right to  waive any informalities or irregularities in the examination process, and reserve the right to award contracts and/or in the  best interest of the Districts. Submittals not meeting stated minimum terms and qualifications may be rejected by the  Districts as non-responsive. The Districts reserve the right to reject any or all submittals without cause. The Districts  reserve the right to reject the submission of any Respondent in arrears or in default upon any debt or contract to the  Districts, or who has failed to perform faithfully any previous contract with the Districts or with other governmental  agencies. 

PUBLIC RECORDS LAW: Correspondence, materials and documents received pursuant to this RFP/ITB become  public records subject to the provisions of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. 

PREPARATION OF PROPOSALS/BIDS:  

SIGNATURE OF THE RESPONDENT: The Respondent must sign the RFP/ITB submittal forms in the spaces provided  for signature. If the Respondent is an individual, the words “doing business as ,” must appear  beneath such signature. In the case of a partnership, the signature of at least one of the partners must follow the firm  name and the words, “Member of the Firm” should be written beneath such signature. If the Respondent is a  corporation, the title of the officer signing the RFP/BID on behalf of the corporation must be stated and evidence of his  authority to sign the RFP/BID must be submitted. The Respondent shall state in the RFP/ITB submittal forms the name  and address of each person interested therein. 

BASIS FOR RFP/ITB SUBMITTAL PRICING: The price proposed for each item shall be on a lump sum or unit price  basis according to specifications in the RFP/ITB documents. The proposed prices shall remain unchanged for the  duration of the Contract and no claims for cost escalation during the progress of the work will be considered, unless  otherwise provided herein. 

TOTAL PROPOSED PRICE/TOTAL CONTRACT SUM PROPOSED: If applicable, the total price bid for the work shall  be the aggregate of the lump sum prices proposed and/or unit prices multiplied by the appropriate estimated quantities  for the individual items and shall be stated in figures in the appropriate place on the RFP/ITB submittal form. In the event  that there is a discrepancy on the RFP/ITB submittal form due to unit price extensions or additions, the corrected  extensions and additions shall be used to determine the project bid amount. 

TABULATION: Those wishing to receive an official tabulation of the results of the opening of this RFP/ITB are to submit  a self-addressed, stamped business size (No. 10) envelope, prominently marked on the front lower left side, with the  RFP/ITB identification. Tabulation requested by telephone, fax or electronic media will not be accepted. OBLIGATION OF WINNING RESPONDENT: The contents of the RFP/ITB submittal of the successful Respondent will  become contractual obligations if acquisition action ensues. Failure of the successful Respondent to accept these  obligations in a contract may result in cancellation of the award and such Supplier may be removed from future  participation.  

INTENT TO AWARD: It is the Districts intent to select a Supplier within sixty (60) calendar days of the deadline for  receipt of the RFP/ITB submittal. However, Proposals/Bids will be firm and valid for award for at least ninety (90)  calendar days after the deadline for receipt of the RFP/ITB submittal 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The firms shall furnish such additional information as the Districts may reasonably  require. This includes information which indicates financial resources as well as ability to provide the services. The  Districts reserve the right to make investigations of the qualifications of the firm as it deems appropriate. PREPARATION COSTS: The Districts shall not be obligated or be liable for any costs incurred by Proposers/Bidders  prior to issuance award of a contract. All costs to prepare and submit a response to this RFP/ITB shall be borne by the  Proposer/Bidder. 

TIMELINESS: All work will commence upon authorization from the District Representative (End Using Department) and  Purchasing Department. The Supplier shall commence the work upon receipt of Notice to Proceed and/or Order Placed  (purchase order presented), and shall deliver in accordance to the terms and conditions outlined and agreed upon  herein. All work will proceed in a timely manner without delays. 

DELIVERY: All prices shall be FOB Destination, The Villages, Florida, inside delivery unless otherwise specified. ADDITIONAL SERVICES/PURCHASES BY OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES (“PIGGYBACK”): By submitting a RFP/ITB, the successful Respondent acknowledges that other Public Agencies may seek to  “Piggyback” under the same terms and conditions, during the effective period of any resulting contract – services and/or  purchases being offered in their submittal, for the same prices and/or terms proposed. Successful Respondent has the  option to agree or disagree to allow contract Piggybacks on a case-by-case basis. Before a Public Agency is allowed to  Piggyback any contract, the Agency must first obtain the Suppliers’s approval – without the Supplier’s approval, the  seeking Agency cannot Piggyback. 

PLANS, FORMS & SPECIFICATIONS: RFP/ITB documents for this project are available free of charge to download on  the District website at www.Districtgov.org Documents may also be accessed on DemandStar at www.DemandStar.com (Supplier must pay any DemandStar fees or any shipping). These packages are available for pickup or by mail. If  requested to mail, the Proposer/Bidder must supply a courier account number (UPS, FedEx, etc). Respondents are  required to use the official RFP/ITB submittal forms, and all attachments itemized herein are to be submitted as a single  document. Any variation from the minimum specifications must be clearly stated on the Exceptions/Deviations Sheet(s).  Only one set of plans, forms, and specifications will be furnished each company or corporation interested in submitting a  proposal/bid.  

MANUFACTURER’S NAME AND APPROVED EQUIVALENTS: Any manufacturer’s names, trade names, brand  names, information and/or catalog numbers listed in a specification are for information and not intended to limit  competition unless otherwise indicated. The Respondent may offer any brand for which he is an authorized  representative, which meets or exceeds the RFP/ITB specification for any item(s). If the RFP/ITB is based on equivalent  products, indicate in your RFP/ITB submittal the manufacturer’s product name and literature, and/or complete  specifications. Reference to literature submitted with a previous RFP/ITB will not satisfy this provision. The Respondent  shall explain in detail the reason(s) why the proposed equivalent will meet the specifications and not be considered an  exception thereto. A RFP/ITB submittal which does not comply with these requirements is subject to rejection. A  RFP/ITB submittal lacking any written indication of intent to quote an alternate brand will be received and considered in  complete compliance with the specifications as listed in the RFP/ITB. The Purchasing Director is to be notified, in  writing, of any proposed changes in materials used, manufacturing process, or construction. However, changes shall not  be binding upon the Districts unless evidenced by a Change Notice issued and signed by the Purchasing Director, or  designated representative. 

QUANTITIES: The quantities as specified in this RFP/ITB are estimates only and are not to be construed as guaranteed  minimums. 

SAMPLES: Samples of items, when called for, shall be furnished free of expense, and if not destroyed may, upon  request, be returned at the Respondent’s expense. Each sample shall be labeled with the Respondent’s name,  manufacturer brand name and number, RFP/ITB number and item reference. Samples of successful Respondent’s  items may remain on file for the term of the contract. Request for return of samples shall be accompanied by instructions  which include shipping authorization and must be received at time of opening. Samples not returned may be disposed of  by the Districts within a reasonable time as deemed appropriate.  

DOCUMENT RE-CREATION: Supplier may choose to re-create any document(s) required for this solicitation, but must  do so at his own risk. All required information in the original District format must be included in any re-created document.  Submittals may be deemed non-responsive if required information is not included in any re-created document. 

ACKNOWLEDGED:  

_______________________________________________ ___ ____________________________  Signature Date

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WILDLIFE HABITAT MANAGEMENT PLAN 

WILDLIFE HABITAT MANAGEMENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM “I DO HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THE TRI-COUNTY VILLAGES PROTECTED SPECIES  AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE INFORMATION BROCHURE AND WILL DISTRIBUTE COPIES  OF SAID BROCHURE TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND SUBCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES. I UNDERSTAND  THAT THE WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PLAN IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT MY REQUEST AND  THAT I AGREE TO ADHERE TO THE REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES SET FORTH IN THE  WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT PLAN.” 

SUPPLIER 

Company  

Authorized Signature Title  

Printed Name Date  

This document must be completed and returned with your Submittal

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NO-PROPOSAL RESPONSE 

Village Community Development Districts  

Statement of “No Proposal”  

If you do not intend to submit a proposal for this project, please complete and return this form prior to date  shown for receipt of proposals to: Village Community Development Districts1071 Canal St., The Villages,  FL 32162, Attn: Kathy Godfrey, Buyer. 

  

We, the undersigned, have declined to submit a proposal on the “RFP #22P-025 LANDSCAPE  MAINTENANCE FOR LINDSEY LANE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES (5), KNUDSON SOFTBALL  FIELD AND RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING.  

Specifications are too “tight”, i.e. geared toward one brand or manufacturer only  _________ (please explain reason below) 

_________ Insufficient time to respond to the Invitation to Solicitation.  

_________ We do not offer this product/service or equivalent. 

  

_________ Our schedule would not permit us to perform to specifications. 

_________ Unable to meet specifications. 

_________ Unable to meet insurance requirements. 

_________ Specifications unclear (please explain below). 

  

_________ Competition restricted by pre-approved owner standards. 

_________ Other (please specify below). 

Remarks:  

Company Name: _______________________________________________________  Address: ______________________________________________________________ Signature and Title: ______________________________________________________ Telephone Number ____________________________ Date ____________________

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PART 6 

EXHIBITS 

SAMPLE AGREEMENT 

(Sample agreement only. District reserves the right to alter this agreement based on final RFP results and/or any negotiations with proposed Supplier) 

THIS AGREEMENT is made this Xth day of August, 2022, by and between VILLAGE CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (hereafter referred to as "DISTRICT"), and effective on  October 1st, 2022, whose address is 984 Old Mill Run, The Villages, Florida 32162, The Villages, Florida  32162, and XXXXXXXX (hereafter referred to as “CONTRACTOR/SUPPLIER”), whose address is  XXXXXXXX.  

RECITALS 

WHEREAS, the DISTRICT owns or operates certain real property requiring proposals for  Landscape Maintenance Services, and wishes to enter into an Agreement with a party capable of  providing suitable landscape and irrigation maintenance; and 

WHEREAS, CONTRACTOR provides landscape maintenance for properties such as those  owned or operated by the DISTRICT, and wishes to enter into a contract whereby the CONTRACTOR performs services for the DISTRICT in consideration of payments from the DISTRICT to the  CONTRACTOR;  

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained herein,  it is agreed as follows:  

1. SERVICES BY CONTRACTOR  

1.1 SUPPLIER, for and in consideration of the payments hereinafter specified and agreed to be  made by DISTRICT, hereby covenants and agrees to furnish and deliver all materials, to do and  perform all the work and labor required to be furnished and delivered for Landscape  Maintenance Services, Request For Proposal (RFP) #22P-025, hereinafter referred to as RFP.  Specifications and other contract documents, as defined in said RFP, and all other related  documents cited in the above stated RFP are hereby made part of this Agreement as fully and  with the same effect as if the same has been set forth at length in the body of this Agreement. 

1.2 All maintenance and repair of equipment shall be the responsibility of the SUPPLIER, and such  maintenance and repairs shall not interfere with completion of required services to be provided  pursuant to this agreement. 

1.3 The SUPPLIER shall promptly notify the DISTRICT of any conditions beyond which negatively  affect the nature or character of the Property, growth conditions, or that in any way prevent or  hinder the maintenance obligations of the SUPPLIER required by this Agreement. SUPPLIER agrees to provide 24 hour a day emergency service, including contacts, phone numbers, etc. 

1.4 The SUPPLIER shall collect and dispose of all trash, litter, debris, refuse and discarded  materials resulting from SUPPLIER's operations, including site clean-up and policing on a daily  basis. The SUPPLIER shall remove or contract for the removal of debris and refuse in such a  manner that no unsightly, unsanitary, or hazardous accumulations occur. The SUPPLIER shall  ensure that all handling and disposal of refuse materials performed pursuant to this agreement is  performed in compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.  

1.5 All SUPPLIER and Sub-Contractor personnel shall wear personal protective equipment in the  performance of their duties to include safety vests, protective eye wear or face shields,  respiratory protection as necessary, gloves and protective clothing.

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1.6 SUPPLIER shall be responsible for adhering to all federal, state and local safety guidelines and  observe all safety precautions when performing services on DISTRICT property, roadways and  right-of-ways to include safe location of parked vehicles, signage, use of safety cones, flag  personnel as necessary, use of safety vests on all personnel and vehicles which are clearly  identifiable as belonging to the SUPPLIER.  

1.7 SUPPLIER acknowledges that the public may associate the SUPPLIER as an employee of the  DISTRICT while the SUPPLIER performs services on the DISTRICT’s property. SUPPLIER agrees to conduct its services and supervise its employees in a way not detrimental to the  DISTRICTS business operation. DISTRICT reserves the right to approve dress codes for the  SUPPLIER 's employees. 

1.8 SUPPLIER shall comply with all applicable governmental statutes, rules, regulations and orders  and any amendments and modifications thereto. 

1.9 As per the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 (INA), Immigration Reform and Control Act of  1986 (IRCA) and Florida Executive Order Number 11-02, SUPPLIER must only employ  individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States of America. SUPPLIER hereby is required to utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system to  verify the employment eligibility of all persons (including subcontractors) employed/assigned  during the contract term by the SUPPLIER to perform work pursuant to this Agreement. To  certify participation in the program, SUPPLIER and any subcontractors to the SUPPLIER, is  required to sign an E-Verify SUPPLIER/Subcontractor Affidavit. It is understood that the  DISTRICT will not be responsible for any violations of Federal law and the SUPPLIER, solely,  will be responsible and liable for any violations and or penalties associated with such violation. 

2. PAYMENT 

2.1 In consideration of the services provided by the SUPPLIER pursuant to this Agreement,  DISTRICT agrees to pay to SUPPLIER the unit prices submitted by SUPPLIER as a result of  SUPPLIER’s response to RFP #22P-025 as provided for in Exhibit “A” to this Agreement. 

2.2 Invoices shall be submitted via email to accountspayable@districtgov.org no later than the first  of the month for the services performed the preceding month. Payment by the DISTRICT will be  made after the invoice has been received by the DISTRICT per the “Local Government Prompt  Payment Act”, Florida Statutes, Chapter 218, Part VII. 

2.3 The DISTRICT agrees to pay the SUPPLIER for additional work performed by the SUPPLIER pursuant to written orders placed by the DISTRICT, at a rate equal to component unit costs of  labor and equipment charged by the SUPPLIER under the terms of this agreement. 

3. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 

The Contract Documents, which comprise the entire Contract between DISTRICT and SUPPLIER  and which are made part hereof by this reference, consist of the following: 

3.1 Request for Proposals 

3.2 Instructions, Terms, and Conditions 

3.3 Proposal Forms 

3.4 Wildlife Habitat Management Plan (if applicable)  

3.5 Proposer’s Certification 

3.6 Insurance Requirements 

3.7 General Terms and Conditions 

3.8 Scrutinized Companies 

3.9 Drug Free Workplace Certificate 

3.10 Anti-Collusion Statement 

3.11 Statement of Contractor’s Experience, Equipment & Personnel 

3.12 W-9  

3.13 E-Verify Contractor/Subcontractor Affidavit 

3.14 Scope of Work / Specifications

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3.15 Agreement for Services 

3.16 Permits / Licenses 

3.17 All Proposal Addenda Issued Prior to Proposal Opening Date 

3.18 All Modifications and Change Orders Issued 

3.19 Notice of Award / Notice to Proceed 

4. TERM 

The initial term of this Agreement shall be October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2025, with the  option to renew for one (1) two (2) year period. Following completion of the initial term, the renewal  period shall automatically occur on October 1, unless either party provides a minimum ninety (90) day  written notice of non-renewal. The prices awarded by SUPPLIER shall remain fixed and firm for  the initial term of the Agreement. At a minimum of six (6) months prior to the end of the initial term,  SUPPLIER may submit a request in writing to the DISTRICT to negotiate an increase or decrease to  the current awarded pricing to become effective for the renewal period. Any agreed upon negotiated  price change shall remain firm for the remainder of the one (1) two (2) year renewal term. No increase  will exceed 5%. 

5. INSURANCE 

5.1 General Liability. CONTRACTOR shall obtain, and maintain throughout the life of the  Agreement, General Liability Insurance in an amount no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and  $2,000,000 general aggregate for Bodily Injury and Property Damage. Insurance shall protect the  CONTRACTOR, sub consultants and subcontractors from claims for damage for personal injury,  including accidental death, as well as claims for property damages which may arise from  operations under the Agreement. DISTRICT(s) shall be named as Additional Insured. 

5.2 Automobile Liability Insurance covering all automobiles and trucks the CONTRACTOR may  use in connection with this RFP. The limit of liability for this coverage shall be a minimum  combined single limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage. This is  to include owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles. DISTRICT(s) shall be named as Additional  Insured. 

5.3 Excess Liability Insurance (Umbrella Policy) may compensate for a deficiency in general  liability or automobile insurance coverage limits. 

5.4 Waiver of Subrogation: By entering into any contract as a result of this RFP, CONTRACTOR  agrees to a Waiver of Subrogation for each policy required above. 

5.5 Workers’ Compensation Insurance, as required by the State of Florida. As required by the  State of Florida. CONTRACTOR and any sub consultants or subcontractors shall comply fully  with the Florida Worker’s Compensation Law. CONTRACTOR must provide certificate of  insurance showing Worker’s Compensation coverage.  

5.6 Certificate(s) shall be dated and show: 

5.6.1 The name of the insured CONTRACTOR, the specified job by name and/or RFP number,  the name of the insurer, the number of the policy, its effective date and its termination date. 

5.6.2 Statement that the insurer will mail notice to the DISTRICT at least thirty (30) days prior  to any material changes in provisions or cancellation of the policy. 

5.6.3 Subrogation of Waiver clause. 

5.6.4 The Village Center Community Development District and any other governmental  agencies using this agreement in cooperation with the DISTRICT shall be a named additional  insured on Public Liability Insurance and Automobile Liability Insurance. 

5.6.5 The CONTRACTOR shall require of each its sub consultants and/or subcontractors to  procure and maintain during the life of its subcontract, insurance of the type specified above or  insure the activities of its sub consultants and/or subcontractors in its policy as described above. 

5.6.6 All insurance policies shall be written on companies authorized to do business in the  State of Florida.

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6. WARRANTY 

The SUPPLIER warrants to the DISTRICT that all materials and equipment  

furnished under the Agreement will be of good quality, new, and fit for the purpose intended. Unless  otherwise required or permitted by the Agreement Documents, the work will be free from defects not  inherent in the quality required or permitted, and the work will conform to the requirements of the  Agreement Documents. Work not conforming to these requirements, including substitutions not  properly approved and authorized may be considered defective. 

The SUPPLIER’s warranty excludes remedy for damage or defect cause by abuse or modifications not  executed the SUPPLIER, improper or insufficient maintenance, improper operation, or normal wear  and tear and normal usage.  

a. If applicable, all installed landscape material shall be under SUPPLIER warranty for a period  of ninety (90) days. Such warranty period shall begin on the date the final payment to  SUPPLIER by the DISTRICT is issued.  

 b. All other labor and workmanship shall be under SUPPLIER warranty for a period of one (1)  year; all materials shall be per Manufacturer’s warranty. Such warranty period shall be begin on  the date of the final payment to SUPPLIER by the DISTRICT is issued.  

7. SELF HELP BY DISTRICT 

7.1 Within three (3) calendar days (72 hours) after being notified by DISTRICT in writing of defective  or unacceptable work, if the SUPPLIER fails to correct such work, DISTRICT may cause the  unacceptable or defective work to be corrected. If the DISTRICT corrects the work, the  DISTRICT shall be entitled to deduct from any monies due, or which may become due to  SUPPLIER, the reasonable cost of remedying the defective or unacceptable work. Provided,  however, if the corrective work cannot reasonably be completed within such three (3) day period,  and the SUPPLIER immediately begins corrective work, and DISTRICT reasonably determines  that the SUPPLIER is diligently pursuing the completion of such corrective work, DISTRICT agrees to allow SUPPLIER to complete correction of the defective or unacceptable work. In  addition, if the SUPPLIER, for any reason, fails to perform any portion of the services required by  the SUPPLIER pursuant to this Agreement, the DISTRICT shall be entitled to deduct from any  monies due or which may become due to SUPPLIER the actual expenditures that are necessary  to complete the services not performed. 

7.2 All costs and expenses incurred by DISTRICT pursuant to this section shall be deducted from  monies due, or which may become due to SUPPLIER for its obligations herein. 

7.3 The provisions of this paragraph are cumulative to all other provisions of the Agreement and it is  not intended that any deductions in payment taken pursuant to this paragraph shall diminish or  waive DISTRICT’s right to declare the SUPPLIER R in default in accordance with applicable  provisions of the Agreement. 

7.4 The accumulation of three (3) 72 hour notices within a 6 month period may result in termination of  the agreement as determined by the DISTRICT.  

7.5 SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE 

7.5.1 It is estimated that the frequency and guidelines set forth in this Scope of Work will provide  the quality desired. However, in the event it does not, SUPPLIER agrees to provide such  reasonable additional services without further compensation. Satisfactory performance of  work under this contract shall be based on these maintenance specifications, as  measured by the DISTRICT in its discretion. 

7.5.2 The determination of satisfactory performance will be based upon the satisfactory  appearance of the grounds, not whether anticipated projections of cycle frequencies have  been performed. The appearance and quality of the grounds will be reviewed on a daily  basis by the DISTRICT. SUPPLIER performance will be evaluated and adjustments to the  technical maintenance specifications, if required, will be made. 

7.5.3 Any damage to DISTRICT property by the SUPPLIER shall be repaired by the respective  tradesmen initiated though the DISTRICT Representative so all warranties remain  effective. All billing for said repairs will be directed to the SUPPLIER responsible for said 

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area and cost of repairs. 

8. ASSIGNMENT  

8.1 This Agreement shall not be assigned, nor may any portion of the obligations contemplated in this  Agreement be subcontracted to another party without prior written approval of DISTRICT. No  such approval by DISTRICT of any assignment or subcontract shall be deemed in any event or in  any manner to provide for the incurrence of any obligation of the DISTRICT. All such assignments  and subcontracts shall be subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement and to any  conditions of approval that DISTRICT shall deem necessary. 

9. NOTICE OF SALE OR MERGER 

9.1 SUPPLIER may not merge with, or otherwise sell all or any portion of its business to any third  party without first providing DISTRICT with at least one hundred twenty (120) days’ written notice  prior to any such merger or sale. In the event SUPPLIER intends on merging with, or otherwise  selling all or any portion of its business to a third party that does not intend on providing the  services required of SUPPLIER under this Agreement, or to a third party that is not approved by  DISTRICT, then SUPPLIER shall remain responsible for providing the services to DISTRICT 

through the term of this Agreement despite the merger or sale. Any merger or sale in violation of  this paragraph shall constitute a default entitling DISTRICT to damages from SUPPLIER for its  breach of contract, in addition to any other remedy provided for in this Agreement.  

10. BREACH OF CONTRACT  

10.1 The failure of SUPPLIER to comply with any of the terms, provisions, covenants, or conditions of  this Agreement shall constitute a material breach of contract by SUPPLIER. In such event, the  DISTRICT may, and in addition to any other remedies available at law or in equity, or otherwise  specified in this Agreement, suspend or debar the SUPPLIER from future bids and/or solicitations  in accordance with DISTRICT’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual.  

11 OTHER MATTERS 

11.1 SUPPLIER shall not utilize, nor store, any drums of material exceeding 5-gallon containers on  any of the DISTRICT’s property. 

11.2 SUPPLIER shall maintain complete and current Material Safety Data Sheets on premises for  inspection and/or use at all times, and furnish updated documentation to the DISTRICT’s Human  Resources Department; however, the SUPPLIER acknowledges that the DISTRICT shall have no  responsibility for making any disclosures to SUPPLIER’s employees or agents. 

11.3 The obligations of the SUPPLIERS under this agreement may not be delegated without the prior  written consent of the DISTRICT. The DISTRICT may freely assign this Agreement to any entity  acquiring the real estate which is subject to this Agreement. 

11.4 In the event of default by any party to this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to  recover from the defaulting party, all costs and expenses, including a reasonable attorney's fee,  whether suit be instituted or not, and at the trial court and appellate court level incurred by the  prevailing party enforcing its right hereunder. 

11.5 The venue for the enforcement, construction or interpretation of this agreement, shall be the  County or Circuit Court for Sumter County, Florida, and SUPPLIER does hereby specifically  waive any "venue privilege" and/or "diversity of citizenship privilege" which it has now, or may  have in the future, in connection with the agreement, or its duties, obligations, or responsibilities  or rights hereunder. 

11.6 SUPPLIER does hereby specifically promise and agree to "hold harmless", defend and indemnify  the DISTRICT and the agents, servants, employees, officers, and officials thereof from and  against any and all liability or responsibility for damage to property or person that may arise in  connection with the services to be provided hereunder, including reasonable attorney fees and  expenses. 

11.7 SUPPLIER shall not be construed to be the agent, servant or employee of the DISTRICT or of  any elected or appointed official thereof, for any purpose whatsoever, and further SUPPLIER shall have no express or implied authority of any kind or nature whatsoever, to incur any liability,  either in contract or on a tort, as the agent, servant or employee of the DISTRICT. 

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11.8 These Contract Documents constitute the entire understanding and Contract between the Parties  and supersedes any and all written and oral representations, statements, negotiations, or  contracts previously existing between the Parties with respect to the subject matters of this  Contract. The SUPPLIER recognizes that any representations, statements, or negotiations made  by DISTRICT staff do not suffice to legally bind the DISTRICT in a contractual relationship unless  they have been reduced to writing and signed by an authorized DISTRICT representative. This  Contract shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the Parties, their respective assigns,  and successors in interest. 

11.9 It may become necessary that additional areas are to be routinely maintained under the same  specifications, or as amended by the management or its representative. It is the intent to be able  to add or delete areas as necessary with the related cost increases or decreases to be handled  through the execution of an amendment to the Agreement. Cost increases or decreases will be  based on the unit prices proposed by the SUPPLIER as provided for in Exhibit “A” to the  Agreement. 

11.10 No amendment to this Agreement shall be effective except those agreed to in writing and signed  by both of the parties to this Agreement. 

11.11 Time is of the essence in the performance of this Contract. The SUPPLIER specifically agrees  that it will commence operations on the date specified in the Notice to Proceed and that all work  to be performed under the provisions of this Contract shall be done according to specifications,  subject only to delays caused through no fault of the SUPPLIER.  

12 SUPPLIER’S REPRESENTATIONS 

12.1 SUPPLIER makes the following representations: 

12.2 SUPPLIER has familiarized himself with the nature and extent of the Contract documents, work,  locality, and all local conditions, and federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and  regulations that in any manner may affect cost, progress, or performance of work. 

12.3 SUPPLIER declares that he has visited and examined the site of the work and informed himself  fully in regard to all conditions pertaining to the place where the work is to be done, that he has  examined the plans for the work and other Contract Documents relative thereto and has read all  the addenda furnished prior to the bid, and that SUPPLIER has satisfied itself relative to the work  to be performed. 

12.4 SUPPLIER has investigated and is fully informed of the construction and labor conditions, of  obstructions to be encountered, of the character, quality and quantities of work to be performed,  materials to be furnished, and requirements of the plans and other Contract Documents. 

12.5 SUPPLIER has given the DISTRICT written notice of all conflicts, errors, or discrepancies that he  has discovered in the Contract Documents. 

12.6 SUPPLIER declares that submission of a proposal for the work constitutes an incontrovertible  representation that the SUPPLIER has complied with every requirement of this Section, and that  the Contract Documents are sufficient in scope and detail to indicate and convey understanding  of all terms and conditions for performance of work. 

12.7 Equal Opportunity: SUPPLIER assures that no person shall be discriminated against on the  grounds of race, color, creed, national origin, handicap, age or sex, in any activity under this  Contract. 

12.8 Public Entity Crimes: In accordance with Section 287.133, Florida Statutes, a person or affiliate  who has been placed on the convicted Respondent list following a conviction for a public entity  crime may not submit a bid on a contract with a public entity for the construction or repair of a  public building or public work, may not submit bids on leases or real property to a public entity,  may not be awarded or perform work as a SUPPLIER, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant with  any public entity, and may not transact business with any public entity in excess of the threshold  amount provided in Section 287.017, Florida Statutes, for Category Two for a period of 36 months  from the date of being placed on the convicted Respondent list.

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12.9 Public Records Act/Chapter 119 Requirements: SUPPLIER /Respondent agrees to comply with  the Florida Public Records Act to the fullest extent applicable, and shall, if this agreement is one  for which services are provided by doing the following: 

Keep and maintain public records that ordinarily and necessarily would be required by the  public agency in order to perform this service;  

Provide the agency access to public records at a cost that does not exceed the cost provided  in Chapter 119, Florida Statues or as otherwise provided by law; 

Ensure that public records that are exempt or that are confidential and exempt from public  record requirements are not disclosed except as authorized by law; and 

Meet all requirements for retaining public records and transfers to the DISTRICT, at no cost,  all public records in possession of the SUPPLIER upon termination of the contract and  destroy any duplicate public records that are exempt or confidential and exempt. All records  stored electronically must be provided to the DISTRICT in a format that is compatible with the  current information technology systems of the DISTRICT. 

IF THE SUPPLIER HAS QUESTIONS REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF CHAPTER 119,  FLORIDA STATUTES, TO THE SUPPLIER’S DUTY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC RECORDS  RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT, CONTACT THE CUSTODIAN OF PUBLIC RECORDS AT: JENNIFER FARLOW, DISTRICT CLERK 

984 OLD MILL RUN, THE VILLAGES FL 32162 

PHONE: 352-751-3939 

EMAIL: jennifer.farlow@DISTRICTgov.org 

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said DISTRICT has caused this Agreement to be executed in its name by the  Chairman of the VILLAGE CENTER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, attested by the clerk of  said DISTRICT, and XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX has caused this Agreement to be executed in its name  

by its authorized representative, attested to and has caused the seal of said corporation to be hereto  attached (if applicable), all on the day and year written above. 

VILLAGE CENTER COMMUNITY XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT  

By: __________________________________ 

_______________________________ Print Name 

_______________________________ Print Title 

_______________________________ Date 

By: __________________________________ 

_______________________________ Print Name 

_______________________________ Print Title 

_______________________________ Date 

_______________________________ _________________________________ 

_______________________________ __________

Attest Attest 

Attest Attest

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SAMPLE  

E-VERIFY SUPPLIER AFFIDAVIT 

 Solicitation No. 22P-025 

SUPPLIER AFFIDAVIT AND AGREEMENT 

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned Supplier verifies its compliance with State of Florida  Executive Order No. 11-116, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm, or corporation which is  contracting with the Villages Community Development Districts Board of Supervisors has registered with  and is participating in a federal work authorization program * (any of the electronic verification of work  authorization programs operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or any  equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland  Security) to verify information of all persons assigned by the Supplier to perform work pursuant to the  Agreement with the District. 

The undersigned further agrees that, should it employ or contract with any subcontractor(s) in  connection with the physical performance of services pursuant to this Agreement with the Villages Community Development Districts Board of Supervisors, Supplier will secure from such subcontractor(s)  similar verification of compliance with State of Florida Executive Order No. 11-116 on the subcontractor  Affidavit provided or a substantially similar form. Supplier further agrees to maintain records of such  compliance and provide a copy of each such verification to the Villages Community Development District  Board of Supervisors, Purchasing Department at the time the subcontractor(s) is retained to perform such  service. 

__________________________________ 

E-Verify * User Identification Number 

__________________________________ 

Company Name 

______________________________________ _________________ By: Authorized Officer or Agent of Supplier Date 

_________________________________________ 

Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Supplier 

_________________________________________ 

Printed Name of Authorized Officer or Agent 

Subscribed and Sworn before me on this the  

______________day of _____________2022 

___________________________________ 

Notary Public 

My Commission Expires: ______________ 

*The applicable federal work authorization program is “E-Verify” operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Bureau  of the U.S. department of Homeland Security, in conjunction with the Social Security Administration (SSA). 

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E-VERIFY SUBCONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT 

  

  

Solicitation No. 22P-025 

SUBCONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT  

By executing this affidavit, the undersigned subcontractor verifies its compliance with State of  Florida Executive Order No. 11-116 stating affirmatively that the individual, firm, or corporation which is  engaged in the performance of services under a contract between 

_____________________________________________________(name of Contractor) and the Villages Community Development Districts Board of Supervisors has registered with and is participating in a  federal work authorization program * (any of the electronic verification of work authorization programs  operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or any equivalent federal work  authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security) to verify  information of all persons assigned by the subcontractor to perform work pursuant to the Agreement with  the District. 

__________________________________ 

E-Verify * User Identification Number 

__________________________________ 

Company Name 

_________________________________________ _________________ By: Authorized Officer or Agent of Subcontractor Date 

___________________________________________ 

Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Subcontractor 

_________________________________________ 

Printed Name of Authorized Officer or Agent 

Subscribed and Sworn before me on this the  

______________day of _____________2022 

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Notary Public 

My Commission Expires: ______________ 

*The applicable federal work authorization program is “E-Verify” operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Bureau  of the U.S. department of Homeland Security, in conjunction with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

Village Community Development Districts 

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Purchasing Department 

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

PART 7 

EXHIBITS 

EXHIBIT A 

EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE INSPECTION FORM 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT B 

EXECUTIVE GOLF SHOP INSPECTION FORM 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT C 

SPORTS FIELD INSPECTION FORM 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT D 

BLANK WEEKLY REPORT 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT E 

72 HOUR NOTICE FORMS (3 FORMS) 

72 HOUR NOTICE 

72 HOUR NOTICE RELEASE 

72 HOUR NOTICE ACTION 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT F 

FERTILIZATION INFORMATION 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT F 

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE RECORD 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT G 

GOLF COURSE IRRIGATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE FORMS WEEKLY 

MONTHLY 

ANNUALLY 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT H 

IRRIGATION ALLOCATIONS 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES) 

EXHIBIT I 

MAPS 

CHULA VISTA EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE 

DE LA VISTA EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE 

HILL TOP EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE 

MIRA MESA EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE 

SILVER LAKE EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE 

KNUDSON SOFTBALL FIELD 

RIO GRANDE LAWN BOWLING 

(PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES)

Village Community Development Districts 

Page 77 of 93 

Purchasing Department 

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

EXHIBIT A


Village Community Development Districts 

Page 78 of 93 

Purchasing Department 

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

EXHIBIT B

Village Community Development Districts 

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Purchasing Department 

RFP #22P-025 

Landscape Maintenance for Lindsey Lane Executive Golf Courses(5),  

Knudson Softball Field and Rio Grande Lawn Bowling 

EXHIBIT C


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Purchasing Department


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