The City of Peoria, Arizona, has awarded a contract to Outdoor Systems Management LLC for water conservation turfgrass conversions. The contract involves the removal of turfgrass and the installation of landscape rock, decomposed granite, and mulch. The contractor is responsible for providing transportation, placement, and leveling of all bulk materials, as well as maintaining the designated areas "vegetation-free" prior to placement of the granite. The contract also includes provisions for tree protection and irrigation system installation. The key aspects of this contract include:
• Turfgrass removal and replacement with water-conserving materials
• Installation of landscape rock, decomposed granite, and mulch
• Tree protection and irrigation system installation
• Maintenance of designated areas "vegetation-free" prior to placement of granite
• Compliance with Maricopa County Dust Abatement Handbook and Air Pollution Control Regulations
The contract is for a period of 2 years, with the option to renew for an additional term. The total value of the contract is estimated to be $1,000,000.