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Appendix E Scope of Work/Specifications

SCOPE OF WORK

The University of Connecticut Athletics Grounds Department has developed the following scope

of work and supporting Practice Football Athletic Field Renovation Project Specification (located

in the appendix section A of this ITB) to improve the playing conditions of the Practice Football

Athletic Fields located at Alumni Drive (D Parking Lot) Storrs, CT 06269.

The University is seeking a Sports Turf professional contract company able and qualified to

carry out the renovation work and cultural approach program of Fraise Mowing, Linear Aeration

and Sand Injection, Core Aeration, Topdressing, Overseeding and other methods as outlined in

this ITB and accompanying specifications. The successful contract company will also be

responsible for a three (3) month grow in and establishment period, working in conjunction with

the University of Connecticut Athletics Grounds Maintenance Team as identified in the Practice

Football Athletic Field Renovation Project Specification (located in the Exhibit section A of this

ITB).

Areas to be included in the Projects are as follows:

1. Practice Football Field (East) Area 75,000 sq.ft.

2. Practice Football Field (West) Area 70,000 sq.ft.

3. Adjoining Central Area Area 15,000 sq.ft.

(Between Both Practice Fields)

Total Area 160,000 sq.ft.

Practice Football Field Renovation Project

The General scope of work for the Practice Football Athletic Field Renovation Project is as

follows, a detailed Specification can be found in (Exhibit Section A of the attached specification):

Sequence of Operations

1 Fraise Mowing

2 Drainage Improvement – Linear Aeration and Sand Injection

3 Core Aeration

4 Topdressing

5 Overseeding

6 Application of Soil Amendments and Nutrition

7 Grow-In and Establishment Program

1. Fraise Mowing

To remove undesirable broad-leafed such as (but not limited) to White Clover (Trifolium repens)

and Broad/narrow leafed weeds and vegetation such as (but not limited) to; Plantain (Plantago

major), as well as weed grass such as (but not limited) to Annual Bluegrass (Poa annua) and

Bentgrass (Agrostis spp).


High performance desirable turf grasses such as Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium perenne) and

Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis) growing crowns and root systems must be left in place and

unharmed following completion of operation on both Practice Fields and Adjoining Central

Area

2. Drainage Improvement – Linear Aeration and Sand Injection

Linear aeration using a shockwave or Verti-quake or similar uses a linear action implement to

create channels to a minimum depth of 6” by 1/2”-3/4” wide, in the soil, at 10" centers,

Vibra (Sand Master) to inject and backfill channels with approved sand material improving soil

structure, surface infiltration, soil profile percolation and minimal turf surface disruption, to both

Practice Fields and Adjoining Central Area

3. Core Aeration

Carry out core aeration to a minimum depth of 4 inches at 2 x 2 inch spacing pattern, using

a ride on vertical action aeration implement fitted with 3/4-inch diameter hollow or core tines.

Cores should be recycled into the surface. The Core aeration holes remaining after removal or

recycling shall be filled by top dressing.

4. Seeding

Carry out seeding, using a seeding implement with disc cutting/slicing action in One (1)

direction (if utilizing double-disc seeder, if using single disc implement two directions at half

rate) to make sure seed is inserted a minimum of ¼” depth, as well as a seeding implement

with a dimple action in Two (2) directions to both Practice Fields and Adjoining Central

Area. To re-establish high quality athletic field surfaces, with the most up to date high

performance turfgrass cultivars.

5. Topdressing

Carry out and apply, a minimum of 50 tonnes per practice field, topdressing using spinning disc

applicators. To re-establish all athletic field playing surfaces to improve surface quality and

provide safe high-quality conditions, to both Practice Fields and Adjoining Central Area.

6. Application of Soil Amendments and Nutrition

Carry out and apply specified amendment and nutrition products, to assist in the germination

grow in and establishment of the performance turfgrasses, to both Practice Fields and

Adjoining Central Area.

7. Grow-In and Establishment Program

Expedite the germination and establishment of the performance turfgrasses, to both Practice

Fields and Adjoining Central Area. This program provides all cultural, nutritional and plant

protection products, timing and application methods. A detailed view of the approach can be

found in the specification located in the appendix to this ITB document.


REQUIRMENTS

Contractors shall read the Practice Football Athletic Field Renovation Specification attached to this ITB to fully familiarize them to the requirements of this project and to be able to provide a bid to carry out and complete the project to the required standards.

It is the Prospective Contractors responsibility to visit the site and to verify scope of the work, measurements, quantities, etc., prior to submitting the bid.

Contractor bid shall include all labor, required materials, tools, equipment, plans, mobilization, permits, insurances, etc. as per the specification required to properly complete the Project.

The successful contractor shall secure, if required, all licenses and permits (local, state, federal) prior to commencing work on the site. Evidence of certification, permits, and licenses must be presented prior to commencement of work.

The successful contractor will have access to the Practice Football Athletic Fields beginning April 19th 2021 and all work must be completed no later than May 1st 2021, subject to adverse climatic conditions which could affect these dates. Any/all delays are to be communicated with the Owner or Athletic Field Consultant as soon as possible.

Exclusions Grow In and Establishment Period

The University Athletic Grounds Team will be responsible for the Practice Football Fields mowing and irrigation strategy and operation, in conjunction with the Athletic Fields consultant, once Project completion is reached. Project completion is recognized at the time at which seeding operations are completed and signed off by the Athletic Field Consultant.

Required Qualifications

The following requirements are presented as a minimum expectation for any service

provider’s bid to be considered. All proposers must provide documentation that verifies

and demonstrates experience. If the proponent cannot meet or exceed these

requirements, the University reserves the right to exclude their bid from evaluation

without further discourse.

Qualification Statement - Include a brief statement of firm’s (and any subcontractors) qualifications including background of the contractor, the services it provides with respect to the stated scope of work and specifications.

Qualifications of the Project Team – Provide qualifications/resumes and professional certifications (i.e. NESTMA,STMA) of the project team including but not limited to


supervisor and project manager that will be assigned to the project. Include their experience on similar projects and their responsibilities on the proposed project.

The successful contractor must have completed at least three (3) Projects of similar

scope during the last five (5) consecutive years. State the start and end dates,

adherence to set targets, key performance indicators and scope of work for each

project listed.


Exhibit A Practice Football Athletic Field Renovation Project Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS

FOR PRACTICE

FOOTBALL

FIELD SURFACE

RENOVATION

UNIVERSITY

OF

CONNECTICUT

STORRS, CT

March 4, 2021

SPECIFICATION DOCUMENTS

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1 GENERAL ITEMS ............................................................................................................ 3 1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

1.7

1.8

1.9

SUMMARY ........................................................................................................................................... 3 PRE-RESURFACING MEETINGS ................................................................................................... 4

REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................... 4

GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................ 4

INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS ................................................................................................... 5

CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS .............................................................................................................. 5

QUALITY ASSURANCE.................................................................................................................... 5

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING .................................................................................... 7

PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELD CONDITIONS ............................................................................. 7

SECTION 2 RENOVATION EQUIPMENT BY USE .................................................................... 8

SECTION 3 PRODUCTS .........................................................................................................9 3.1

3.2

3.3

SEED- PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS ....................................................................................... 9 FERTILIZERS- PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS ....................................................................... 10

SAND TOPDRESSING MATERIAL .............................................................................................. 11

SECTION 4 EXECUTION........................................................................................................12 4.1

4.2

4.3

4.4

4.5

4.6

4.7

4.8

4.9

4.10

4.11

4.12

4.13

4.14

PREPARATION ............................................................................................................................... 12 EXAMINATION ................................................................................................................................ 12

RENOVATION TO BE PERFORMED TO THE PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS ............ 12

MOBILIZE EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................................ 13

LAND SURVEY ................................................................................................................................ 13

SITE PREPARATION ..................................................................................................................... 13

FRAISE MOWING ........................................................................................................................... 14

DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT – LINEAR AERATION AND SAND INJECTION ................ 14

CORE AERATION: ......................................................................................................................... 15

SEEDING .......................................................................................................................................... 15

TOP DRESSING .............................................................................................................................. 16

APPLICATION OF AMENDMENTS AND NUTRIENTS ........................................................... 16

CONSTRUCTION SITE CLEAN UP............................................................................................. 16

TURF MAINTENANCE (GROW IN AND ESTABLISHMENT) ................................................ 17

4.15 IRRIGATION: CARRIED OUT BY THE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS GROUNDS TEAM 17

SECTION 5 GROW IN & ESTABLISHMENT- PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS ....... 18 5.1

5.2

5.3

5.4

5.5

GROW IN AND ESTABLISHMENT ............................................................................................. 18 IRRIGATION: (To be carried out by the University Athletics Grounds Team) ............ 18

TURF MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................... 18

SATISFACTORY TURF ................................................................................................................. 19

CLEANUP AND PROTECTION .................................................................................................... 19

UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT

PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS

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MAINTENANCE SERVICE ............................................................................................................ 19 5.6

SECTION 6 APPENDIX ..........................................................................................................21 APPENDIX 1

APPENDIX 2

RENOVATION PROJECT EQUIPMENT ................................................................... 21

MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS .................................................................................. 24



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NATURAL TURF PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS RENOVATION

The University of Connecticut Athletics Grounds Department is committed to providing the very

highest quality standards of Athletic Fields. In partnership with Tom Irwin Advisors the following

Practice Football Athletic Field Renovation Project Specification has been developed to improve

the playing conditions of the Practice Football Athletic Fields.

The University is seeking a Sports Turf professional contract company able and qualified to

carry out the renovation work and cultural approach program of Fraise Mowing, Linear Aeration

and Sand Injection, Core Aeration, Topdressing, Overseeding and other methods as outlined in

this RFP and accompanying specifications to a successful completion and outcome.

The successful contract company will also be responsible for a three (3) month grow in and

establishment period, working in conjunction with the University of Connecticut Athletics Grounds

Maintenance Team The following specification is designed to provide clear guidance to the

successful contractor to enable the successful delivery and completion of the project.

SECTION 1

SECTION 2

SECTION 3

SECTION 4

SECTION 5

SECTION 6

GENERAL ITEMS

RENOVATION EQUIPMENT BY USE

PRODUCTS

EXECUTION

GROW IN AND ESTABLISHMENT-PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS

APPENDIX

SECTION 1 GENERAL ITEMS

1.1 SUMMARY

Section Includes:

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

Mobilization of Equipment

Land Survey

Site Preparation

Fraise Mowing

Core Aeration

Drainage Improvement using Linear Aeration and Sand Injection

Seeding

Top Dressing

Amendment and Nutrition

10. Substantial Completion Field Testing Related Sections

11. Grow-in and Establishment (3 months from seeding)



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1.2 PRE-RESURFACING MEETINGS

Pre-surfacing Conference: Conduct conference at project site prior to commencement of

project.

1.3 REQUIREMENTS

A. Any sizes or estimates of quantities as shown on drawings are approximate and are not

guaranteed in any respect. Prospective bidders are to visit the site to verify scope of the

work, measurements, quantities, etc., prior to bidding. The Owner (University of

Connecticut) reserves the right at all times to increase or decrease the amount of work if

deemed in its best interest.

B. Price to include all labor, required materials, tools, equipment, plans, mobilization, and

permits.

C. The Contractor must secure all required licenses and permits (local, state, federal) prior to

commencing work on the site. Evidence of permits and licenses must be presented prior

to commencement of work.

D. The Contractor should have staff that possesses adequate experience in the use and

operation of the equipment and machinery identified in these specifications.

E. The Contractor shall complete work in a timely manner. All work must be coordinated with

the Athletic Field Consultant.

F. Completion of work is subject to adverse climatic conditions which could affect the date of

substantial completion. Any/all delays must be communicated with the Athletic Field

Consultant as soon as possible.

G. Any changes to the means and methods of the surface repair, and/or materials, must be

approved by the Athletic Field Consultant.

1.4 GENERAL

A. The Contractor must provide all labor, equipment, field protection and incidentals

required to prepare the site for renovation of the Practice Football surfaces.

B. The Contractor must apply the proposed quantities of specified nutrients to improve the

quality of the rootzone composition, according to the soil testing results as directed by

the Athletic Field Consultant.

C. The Contractor must be able to prove that they have all LGP (low ground pressure – less

than six (6) psi) renovation equipment or equivalent as listed and specified in section -

Site Work Equipment by Use for Low Ground Pressure (LGP) Equipment.



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1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Certification of Grass Seed: From the seed vendor of each grass-seed monostand or

mixture, stating the botanical and common name, percentage by weight of each species

and variety, and percentage of purity, germination, and weed seed. Year of production

and date of packaging shall be included.

B. Product Certificates: For soil fertilizers or soil amendments, from their manufacturer.

C. Rootzone amendments soil testing results from lab approved by the Athletic Field

Consultant.

1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Maintenance Data: Recommended procedures to be established by Owner for maintenance

of natural Practice Football Fields turf during a calendar year. Submit before expiration

of required maintenance periods.

B. All documents related to products used in the project that may be necessary to pursue

product warranty claims (warranty documents, product labels, installation instructions,

purchase receipts, etc.).

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

Contractor Qualifications:

A. A qualified Contractor whose work has resulted in successful Athletic Fields renovation

and performance turf establishment.

B. Contractor shall have a supervisor on site at all times throughout the project duration who is

experienced in the renovation of Practice Football. Supervisor’s name and experience shall

be submitted to the Owner and Athletic Field Consultant for approval.



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Additional:

A. Provide a project plan identifying all key indicator/target points and deadlines for meeting each target point, clearly showing an integrated approach to quality control and quality assurance.

B. Provide a detailed methodology of how the required works will be carried out, this should be inclusive and consistent with the Project plan.

C. Is required to submit samples, test results and/or certification of all material prior to delivery on site. All materials are to be approved by the Owner prior to their use. These

certifications shall comply with specifications and scope of project and where applicable,

with any standards that may be implied.



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1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Grass Seed and Other Packaged Materials: Deliver packaged materials in original,

unopened containers showing weight, certified analysis, name and address of

manufacturer, and indication of conformance with state and federal laws, as applicable.

Bulk Materials:

1. Do not dump or store bulk materials near structures, utilities, walkways and

pavements, or on existing turf areas or plants.

Provide erosion-control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of bulk

materials, discharge of soil-bearing water runoff, and airborne dust reaching adjacent

properties, water conveyance systems, or walkways.

Accompany each delivery of bulk fertilizers, lime, and soil amendments with

appropriate certificates.

Fertilizers, lime, seed and soil amendments must be stored in a secure, locked area,

and must be protected from the elements.

Provision has been made to allow on-site storage of all materials. Please note

this storage is not covered, heated or secured.

The location of the storage is Parking lot D adjacent to the Practice Football

fields.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

1.9 PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Planting Restrictions: Plant seed during one of the following periods. Coordinate seeding

activities and initial maintenance protocols to provide required maintenance from date

of Substantial Completion.

1. Spring Planting: March 15th

to June 15th.

2. Fall Planting: August 15th

to November 15th.

Weather Limitations: Proceed with planting only when existing and forecasted weather

conditions permit planting activities to be performed adequately, where beneficial and optimum

results may be obtained. Apply products during favorable weather conditions according to

manufacturer's written instructions.

(END OF SECTION)



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SECTION 2 RENOVATION EQUIPMENT BY USE

Please see Appendix 1 for a list of required equipment

All equipment identified for this project must conform with all health and safety regulations and

any other relevant certification and permits for use, handling and storage.

All operators of equipment must be qualified (Where required).

All operators of equipment must have as a minimum have received in-house or manufacturer

induction training in the safe use and operation.

All equipment must be Low Ground Pressure (LGP) rated where applicable to 6psi

Storage provision for all equipment required to be used for the project has been agreed by the

University as Parking lot D as identified in the plan drawings.

(END OF SECTION)



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SECTION 3 PRODUCTS

3.1 SEED- PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS

All products and material required for the successful completion of the project shall be as specified

unless otherwise communicated by the contractor. All products and materials shall be

authenticated by the supplier and Athletic Field Consultant upon delivery and before use.

Grass Seed: Must be certified through the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program (NTEP).

Seed Mixtures: Apply on 4/19/21 (Proposed)

1. Seed Mix #1: Touchdown 100 Bluegrass blend comprising of Four (4) cultivars of

Kentucky Bluegrass (KBG) or equivalent as follows:

a.

b.

c.

d.

25% Fielder Kentucky Bluegrass

25% Sombrero Kentucky Bluegrass

25% Mercury Kentucky Bluegrass

25% Jackrabbit Kentucky Bluegrass

This is a blend of fast establishing bluegrass with excellent wear and drought

tolerance.

Evenly apply to both practice fields, Seed Mix #1 at a rate of 5 lbs./1,000 Sq. Ft. in

One (1) direction, to each field utilizing a disc seeding implement as per equipment

specification towed behind a LGP turf tractor or equal.

2. Seed Mix #2: 100% Perennial Ryegrass mix comprising of Three (3) cultivars or

equivalent as follows:

a.

b.

c.

34% Karma Perennial Ryegrass

33% Wicked Perennial Ryegrass

33% Fiesta Perennial Ryegrass

A blend with very fast germination and establishment, disease resistance, wear

tolerance.

Evenly apply to both practice football fields Seed Mix at the rate of 5lbs./1000 Sq Ft

total in Two (2) directions (2.5lbs in each direction) to each field utilizing a dimple

seeding implement towed behind a LGP turf tractor or equal.

3. Certification of grass seed selected shall clearly

germination, no less than 98 percent pure seed, weed

seed.

state no less than 98 percent

and no more than 0.2 percent



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3.2 FERTILIZERS- PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS

Granular Application - 4/20/21 (Proposed)

A. Nutrient application – Evenly apply using a Vicon Applicator with pendulum action, to

both the Practice Football fields, 10 lbs./1000 sq. ft. of Myco - Replenish 3:3:3 to each

field.

B. Evenly apply using a Vicon Applicator with pendulum action, Nutrite 16:24:10 SGN 200

Starter fertilizer with humid acids and soluble calcium or equal at the rate of 4.17 lbs.

/1,000 sq. ft. to each field.

C. All fertility applications must be carried out in line with established Connecticut fertilizer

regulations.

Spray Application - 5/1/21 (Proposed)

A. Evenly apply the following:

a) Precip or equal at a rate of 5 oz./1000 sq. ft.

b) Lexicon or equal at a rate of 0.47 oz./1000 sq. ft.


B. Evenly apply using a Vicon pendulum action Applicator, Nutrite 16:24:10 SGN 200 Starter

fertilizer with humid acids and soluble calcium or equal at the rate of 4.17 lbs. /1,000 sq.

ft. to each field.

C. Evenly apply using a Vicon pendulum action Applicator, Country Club 24:0:18 SGN 145

or equal at the rate of 2.08 lbs. /1,000 sq. ft. to each field.



a) Nutrite 28:0:0 or equal at the rate of 6oz/1,000 sq. ft

b) TurfRx Si or equal at the rate of 3 oz/1,000 sq. ft.

c) TurfRx Fairway+ or equal at the rate of 6 oz/1,000 sq. ft.

d) “Sea-3” or equal at the rate of 3oz/1,000 sq. ft.

e) Union Fungicide or equal at the rate of 4 oz/1,000 sq. ft. Apply as specified.

Note: Application must be carried out by an applicator licensed in the state of Connecticut.


A. Evenly apply the following: UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT


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Using a Vicon pendulum action Applicator, Vivax Plus fertilizer 0-0-20 hydration

agent or equal at the rate of 5 lbs./1,000 sq. ft. broadcast on the surface.

a.

b. Evenly Apply using a Vicon pendulum action Applicator, ProScape 20-0-5 0.067%

Acelepryn SGN 220 Slow-release MESA Nitrogen with Acelepryn EPA Reduced

Risk Insecticide or equal at a rate of 5.17lbs./1000 sq. ft.



a. Nutrite 28:0:0 or equal at the rate of 6oz/1,000 sq. ft.

b. TurfRx Si or equal at the rate of 3 oz/1,000 sq. ft.

c. TurfRx Fairway+ or equal at the rate of 6 oz/1,000 sq. ft.

d. “Sea-3” or equal at the rate of 3oz/1,000 sq. ft.

e. Lexicon Fungicide or equal at the rate of 0.47 oz/1,000 sq. ft. Apply as

specified.

Note: Application must be carried out by an applicator licensed in the State of

Connecticut.

All fertilization applications must be carried out in accordance with State of Connecticut

guidelines.

3.3 SAND TOPDRESSING MATERIAL

An approved sand topdressing shall conform to the following sieve analysis results:

Percentage of Main Fractions

Description Size (mm) Per- cent

Sand

Silt

Clay

0.05 – 2.0

0.002 – 0.05

<0.002 Percentage of Sand Fractions

92-97

2-5

1-3

Description Size (mm) Per- cent

Very Coarse

Coarse

Medium

Fine

Very Fine

1.0 – 2.0

0.5 – 1.0

0.25 – 0.5

0.10 – 0.25

0.05 – 0.10

<10

>30

>30

<20

<5

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SECTION 4. EXECUTION

4.1 PREPARATION

1. Protect structures, fencing, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, other facilities, trees,

shrubs, and plantings from damage caused by planting operations.

2. This includes protecting grade stakes set by others until directed to remove

them.

3. Install erosion-control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of soils and

discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties,

storm drains, waterways, and walkways.

4.2 EXAMINATION

A. Examine areas to be renovated for compliance with requirements and other conditions

affecting performance.

B. Verify that no foreign, deleterious material or liquid such as paint, paint washout,

concrete slurry, concrete layers or chunks, cement, plaster, oils, gasoline, diesel fuel,

paint thinner, turpentine, tar, roofing compound, acid, roots in excess of ½ in. diameter,

fibrous root materials, intact plants, and weed laden soils, has been deposited in soil

within Practice Football Fields renovation area.

C. Do not mix or work soils and soil amendments in frozen, wet, or muddy conditions.

D. Suspend operations during periods of excessive soil moisture until the moisture content

reaches acceptable levels to attain the required results without causing damage.

E. Uniformly moisten excessively dry soil that is not workable, and which is too dusty.

F. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

G. If contamination by foreign, deleterious material or liquid is present in soil within the

Practice Football Fields renovation area, remove the soil and contamination as

directed by the Athletic Field Consultant and replace with new material that meet the

existing specifications.

H. Alert the Athletic Field Consultant so any new material and installation techniques may

be inspected and approved.

4.3 RENOVATION TO BE PERFORMED TO THE PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS

All work must be performed in the sequence as listed below:



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SUMMARY (University Athletics Grounds Maintenance Team will mow/prepare the

surfaces to prepare for the following operations)

This Section Includes:

Mobilization of Equipment

Land Survey

Site Preparation

Fraise Mowing

Drainage Improvement- Linear Aeration and Sand Injection

Core Aeration

Top Dressing

Seeding

Application of Soil Amendments and Nutrition

Substantial Completion Field Testing Related Sections

4.4 MOBILIZE EQUIPMENT:

A. Delivery of all required equipment to site. Mobilization will require Forty-Eight (48) hour

notice of intent prior to delivery, of any renovation equipment needed to be left on site.

Notify the Athletic Field Consultant for authorization of mobilization.

4.5 LAND SURVEY:

A. Prior to the use of any equipment, the Contractor’s proposed field layout and elevation

control strategies must be determined and marked.

B. Prior to use of equipment Contractor must locate all underground utilities via “Call before

you Dig 811” or “Dig Safe”. Also, the depths of all irrigation lines must be confirmed.

C. Prior to work commencing, the Contractor is responsible for examining the site, and its

existing contours.

D. Any and all issues must be reported to the Athletic Field Consultant prior to work

commencing.

4.6 SITE PREPARATION:

A. Utilizing Global Positioning System or equivalent, locate and mark all site fixtures including,

but not limited to, irrigation heads, quick couplers, goal post sleeves, and valve boxes.

B. The University Athletic Grounds Team will arrange to have the system operational and

carry out an initial irrigation system audit to make sure all components and delivery of

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The contractor is not expected to have to remove existing irrigation heads prior to the

renovation of existing turf. However, it is the contractor’s responsibility to make sure no

damage to the irrigation heads occurs throughout the project.

C.

D. Irrigation equipment that is removed is to be held by Contractor until reinstallation.

4.7 FRAISE MOWING:

A. An initial depth of operation should be identified, and the equipment set correctly to

achieve agreed depth. An initial pass down the center of the field, should be carried out

to ascertain acceptance. The initial depth should start shallow and be taken down gradually

until the desired depth is met.

B. After the desired depth is agreed upon by the Owner and Athletic Field Consultant for

the center of the field, the contractor will move to the sides of the field and perform the

same adjustment process as in the center of the field, to identify the desired depth setting.

C. Fraise mowing will start in the middle of the field and work towards the sides of the

Practice Football Fields, making adjustments to depths as determined from earlier test

strips.

D. The contractor must take care to avoid any damage to existing irrigation heads.

E. Once fraise mowing is completed the areas around the irrigation heads must be renovated

consistent to the field conditions this must be confirmed through consultation with the

Athletic Field Consultant.

F. All material that is harvested is to be collected in the bed of the specified utility vehicle.

Any material that is not collected in the bed of the utility vehicle will be removed from

the surface using suitable methods such as vacuum or blower systems and/or hand

raking using suitable hand tools such as leaf and spring back rakes.

G. Once the bed of the utility vehicle is filled to a suitable level with material it is to be

emptied off the Practice Football Fields, where material can be placed in container

dumpsters and shipped off property.

H. Upon completion of Fraise mowing a site meeting with the contractor, Owner and

Athletic Field Consultant to agree on satisfactory completion of the operation.

I. The Contractor is responsible for off-site disposal costs and haulage fees. Composting

the organic material is preferable to landscaping

4.8 DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT – LINEAR AERATION AND SAND INJECTION:

A. Identify gradient or elevation fall to the low point on the field. Sand Channeling direction

should be perpendicular to the natural fall of the field.



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Set an initial depth and make a pass perpendicular to elevation of the field. The correct

forward speed of should be set, and the initial depth should start shallow and be lowered

gradually until the desired depth is met.

B.

C. After the desired depth and direction is confirmed and agreed upon with the Owner and

Athletic Field Consultant, the contractor will work in the same direction until operation is

completed.

D. While fully backfilling channels with approved sand, contractor must leave no turf

surface disruption (except that which is usually associated with the operation).

E. On completion of the operation, any damage must be repaired by the contractor.

F. Upon completion of the operation a site meeting with the contractor, Owner and Athletic

Field Consultant shall ascertain satisfactory completion of the operation.

4.9 CORE AERATION:

A. Carry out Core Aeration at two (2) x two (2) inch spacing pattern, to both Practice Football

fields using a ride on vertical action aerator with three-quarter (3/4) inch diameter tines

able to penetrate to a depth of at least four (4) inches.

B. Cores should be recycled into the surface using a drag brush or mat system.

C. Core Aeration must not occur when the soil is excessively wet, excessively dry, or frozen.

The soil should be moist, defined as having received 1” of rain or irrigation in the previous

48 hours.

D. The Core Aeration holes remaining after the cores are recycled, shall be filled by top

dressing.

4.10 SEEDING:

A. The Contractor is to provide the correct quantity of specified seed.

B. Load and transport seed from designated storage area, contractor transport and storage

vehicles or turf tractor to the field using ONLY LGP equipment. Non-LGP equipment is

NOT to be allowed on the field surface.

C. The Contractor must apply the seed using the seeding implement specified in the

equipment list.

D. Evenly Apply to both Practice Football Fields the Seed Mix #1 Kentucky Bluegrass at a

rate of 5 lbs./1000 sq. ft. in one direction utilizing a disc seeding implement (as per the

equipment specification) at 3 in. disc spacing towed behind an LPG turf tractor or equal.

E. Evenly Apply to both the Practice Football Fields the Seed Mix #2 Perennial Ryegrass at

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a dimple seeding implement (as per the equipment specification) towed behind an LPG

turf tractor or equal.

F. Upon completion of the operation a site meeting with the contractor, Owner and Athletic

Field Consultant will ascertain satisfactory completion of the operation.

4.11 TOP DRESSING:

A. The Contractor is to provide the correct quantity of specified sand material.

B. Load and transport sand material from designated stockpile to the field utilizing LGP dump

trailers attached to LGP turf tractor. Non-LGP equipment shall NOT be allowed on the field

surface.

C. The Contractor must apply the topdressing using a topdressing implement specified in

the equipment list.

D. Upon completion of the operation a site meeting with the contractor, Owner and Athletic

Field Consultant to ascertain satisfactory completion of the operation.

4.12 APPLICATION OF AMENDMENTS AND NUTRIENTS:

A. The Contractor must utilize a LGP turf tractor mounted with a Vicon pendulum action

broadcast spreader or equivalent, to evenly broadcast nutrients and soil amendments

at the proper rates.

B. Contactor must make sure that application does not excessively overlap, and an even

application has been achieved.

C. Upon completion of the finished application process the site must be inspected by the

Athletic Field Consultant for approval, acceptance and permission for finished installation

of irrigation heads, valve boxes, quick couplers.

D. The system will be tested, required adjustments and corrective procedures will be

performed as needed.

4.13 CONSTRUCTION SITE CLEAN UP

A. Upon completion of all construction work the Contractor MUST clean and remove all

debris, excess soils and construction related items from the project site.

B. The Contractor is responsible for the restoration of all surrounding grounds and features,

back to their original condition previous to the start of the project. This will be subject to

inspection by the Athletic Field Consultant.



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4.14 TURF MAINTENANCE (GROW IN AND ESTABLISHMENT)

A. Maintain and establish turf, immediately after operations are complete, for a minimum

of Three (3) calendar months from project completion.

B. Utilizing proper irrigation, fertilizing, weeding, mowing, trimming, replanting, and

performing other operations as required to establish healthy, viable turf.

C. Replanting of bare or eroded areas with the goal of producing a uniformly smooth turfgrass

surface. Provide materials and installation practices consistent with those used in the

original installation.

D. Fill-in as necessary any soil subsidence that may have occurred, with a rootzone mix

that is consistent with the existing materials.

E. Apply treatments as required to keep turf and soil free of pests, including surface and

subsurface insects, weeds, and all turf and soil disease pathogens. Using integrated

pest management practices whenever possible to minimize the use of pesticides and

reduce hazards.

4.15

A.

B.

IRRIGATION: CARRIED OUT BY THE UNIVERSITY ATHLETICS GROUNDS TEAM

Schedule irrigation to prevent wilting, puddling, erosion, and displacement of seed.

Irrigate turf with a fine spray at a minimum rate of 1/8 in. at 4 am, 8 am, 11am, 2 pm, 5

pm, and 10 pm, unless rainfall precipitation is adequate.

Two times per week the Contractor MUST monitor Volumetric Water Content (VWC)

using a moisture probe such as a PoGo ProPlus or equivalent to assure that the

rootzone maintains a VWC of 25 - 30 percent.

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SECTION 5 GROW IN & ESTABLISHMENT- PRACTICE FOOTBALL FIELDS

5.1 GROW IN AND ESTABLISHMENT

Maintain and establish turf immediately after Project completion is defined as “from the

point that Topdressing is completed”.

Note: All irrigation and mowing operations required through the grow in and establishment

period will be carried out by the University of Connecticut Athletics Grounds Maintenance

Team.

The successful contractor will be responsible for the following during the Three (3) month

grow in and establishment period for the time that the project is completed: “from the point

that Topdressing is applied”.

A. Operations are complete, for a minimum of Three (3) calendar months from project

completion. Utilizing correct irrigation, plant nutrition and protection, weed control, and

performing any other operations as required to establish healthy viable turf.

B. Re-seeding of any bare areas with the goal of producing a uniform turfgrass surface as

follows:

I. Replanting of bare or eroded areas with the goal of producing a uniformly smooth

turfgrass surface. Provide materials and installation practices consistent with those

used in the original installation.

II. Fill-in, as necessary, any soil subsidence that may have occurred, with a

rootzone mix that is consistent with the existing materials.

III. Apply treatments as required to keep turf and soil free of pests, including surface

and subsurface insects, weeds, and all turf and soil disease pathogens. Using

integrated pest management practices whenever possible to minimize the use of

pesticides and reduce hazards.

5.2 IRRIGATION: (To be carried out by the University Athletics Grounds Team)

Schedule irrigation to prevent wilting, puddling, erosion, and displacement of seed.

Irrigate turf with a fine spray at a minimum rate of 1/8” at 4 am, 8 am, 11am, 2 pm, 5 pm,

and 10 pm, unless rainfall precipitation is adequate.

A.

B.

C. Two times per week the Contractor MUST monitor Volumetric Water Content (VWC%)

using a moisture probe such as a PoGo ProPlus or equivalent to assure that the

rootzone maintains a VWC of 25 - 30 percent.

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a)

b)

c)

All clippings MUST be removed.

Mow turf using a collection system and properly sharpened rotary blades.

Repeat mowing to maintain specified height without cutting off more than 1/3 of

grass height.

Do not delay mowing until grass blades bend over and become matted. d)

Do not mow when grass is wet. Schedule initial and subsequent mowing’s to maintain

the following grass height:

a) Mow at a height of 2 ¼ inches until Kentucky Bluegrass has reached the

average height of 2 ¼ inches.

Once Kentucky Bluegrass has reached the specified height, raise mowing

height to two and three-quarter (2.75) inches.

Continue mowing practices at desired height (2 ¼ to 3 inches) until the end of

the growing season.

b)

c)

5.4 SATISFACTORY TURF

Turf shall meet the following criteria as determined by the Athletic Field Consultant.

Satisfactory Seeded Turf: At the end of the Three (3) Month maintenance period, a

healthy, uniform, close knit stand of grass has been established, free of weeds and

surface irregularities, with turfgrass coverage exceeding 95 percent over any 10 sq. ft.

(0.92 sq. m) area.

1. Use specified materials to re-establish turf that does not comply with

requirements and continue maintenance until turfgrass condition is satisfactory.

5.5 CLEANUP AND PROTECTION

1. Promptly remove soil and debris created by any of the operations from paved

areas.

2. Place signs as required to protect newly seeded areas from traffic, remove only

after seed is established and being mowed regularly (more than once per week).

3. Remove all erosion control measures after grass establishment period.

5.6 MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Turf Maintenance Service: Provide full maintenance by University Athletics

Grounds Team or an outside landscape company as required. Begin maintaining turf

immediately after each area is planted and continue until acceptable turf is

established.



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SECTION 6 APPENDIX

APPENDIX 1 RENOVATION PROJECT EQUIPMENT

Fraise Mowing of Existing Grass Surface:

1. Utilize Model FTM 2000 Koro Field Top Maker as manufactured by Imants International,

Netherlands or equivalent that meets the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.

Working width – 78 in.

Working depth – 1.75 in.

Weight – 2448 lbs.

Horsepower requirements – 70 hp.

Number of cutting blades – 64

Side conveyor extension

Hauling of removed debris material off Practice Football Fields:

2. Utilize Dirt Cub Hydraulic Dump-box as manufactured by TYCROP Manufacturing or

equivalent that meets the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

Bed size – 60 13/16” x 70 1/8’ L

Unit Size – 68 1/8” W x 45 9/16” H

Weight – 956 lbs.

Payload – 3000 lbs.

Suspension – Low ground pressure (maximum 5 psi) 4-wheel walking beam evenly distributing

3. Utilize Model 4720 Turf Tractor as Manufactured by John Deere Equipment or equivalent

that meets the following requirements: a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.

g.

Engine power – 58 hp.

PTO power – 56 hp.

Wheelbase – 71.5 in.

Weight – 3,860 lbs.

Rear lift – 2,500 lbs.

Front tire – 8.00 – 16 low ground pressure high floatation turf tire

Rear tire – 13.6 – 28 low ground pressure high floatation turf tire

Vibra-Sand Master:

4. Utilize Model 1500 Vibra-Sandmaster as manufactured by Redexim or equivalent that meets

the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.

g.

Weight 5000 lbs. (Including groundbreaker)

Working width - 60 in.

Working depth - 2-8 in.

Sand band width - ½ - ¾ in.

Sand Band Spacing - 10 in.

Maximum output (p/h) - 10, 715-16, 250 ft2

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Core Aeration:

5. Utilize Model Procore 1298 tractor-mounted or similar Core Aerator as manufactured by

Toro or equivalent that meets the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.

g.

h.

Aerating Depth – 5”

Aerating Width – 98”

Lift System – 3 Point Category 1 or 2

Tine Heads - 12

Tractor PTO - 540

Tractor Size – Recommended 50hp or greater

Weight – 2,300lbs

Operating Speed – 2.3mph

Seeding- Used with Model 4720 Turf Tractor or similar:

6. Utilize Model 1830 Double-disc Over-seeder as manufactured by Redexim North America or

equivalent that meets the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.

g.

h.

i.

j.

k.


Working width –72 in.

Working depth: 0.25 in. – 0.80 in.

Seeding speed – 7.5 mph

Seeding row spacing – 1.18 in.

Disk quantity – 42

Seed tray capacity – 66 gal

Seeding density – Fully adjustable for any seed type

Twin discs to contour ground undulations

Integrated seed spreading tray

Tractor Requirements – 60hp (7736lbs lift capacity)

7. Utilize Model 1600 Speed seeder (Dimple spike) as manufactured by Redexim North

America or equivalent that meets the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.

g.

Working width – 63”

Weight – 992lbs

No of Holes – 1124 per sq yd

Hopper Capacity – 8cu.ft

Seed Density – Fully adjustable for any seed type

Tractor Requirements – 30HP with 1213lbs lift capacity

Ground Speed Capacity – 6mph

Top Dressing Applicator- Used with Model 4720 Turf Tractor:

8. Utilize Model 440 top dressing Applicator with dual spinner system as manufactured by

Dakota or equivalent that meets the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.


Working width – 12 - 40 in.

Application speed – 5 mph

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e.

f.

g.

h.

i.

Hopper Width - 96-102 in.

Hopper length - 100”

Tow behind

Hydraulic link - 4-11 GPM

Tires - 33 x 20 x 16.1 Turf Tire

Nutrition and Amendment Application- Used with Model 3046R Turf Tractor:

9. Utilize Model 403 Vicon Applicator with pendulum action as manufactured by Vicon (Kubota)

or equivalent that meets the following specifications:

a.

b.

c.

d.

e.

f.

g.

Weight - 2662 lbs.

Working width - 45 ft.

Application speed - 5 mph

Hopper capacity - 950 lbs.

Hopper Width - 4 ft. 8 in.

3-point linkage – Category 1 or 2

PTO Speed - 540 rpm



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