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Se'p 23 `2008 9: 26RM HP LRSERJET FRX _ 952-469-3506 p. 2 <br /> September 17, 008 <br /> An outline of the suggested materials and procedures to be used to <br /> establish a prairie grass and wildflower buffer along the <br /> Shore of the Pellizer property in Orono <br /> A. Bidder Qualifications: The contractur shall submit their qualifications for approv at <br /> least three weeks prior to the bid closing. Ta qualify,a contractor must document e <br /> Followiag: <br /> 1. That the personnel supervising and planting tlus project have documented experien <br /> sucGessfully planting prairies. _ . , ._ <br /> 2. That the contractor's business specializes in prairie and savanna plantings and/or <br /> restorations. <br /> 3. Assignment of a Qualified Labor �orce thoroughly familiax and trained in the wor[c. <br /> B. Site Prepar�tion: <br /> 1. In areas with actively growing vegetation apply Raundup Originalmax�herbicide <br /> per manufacturer's directions. Allow a minimum of 10 days before disturbing the <br /> vegetati.on with other procedures. <br /> 2. Burn offthe dead vegetation by implementing a controlled bum using appropriate <br /> procedures,equipment and permits. <br /> 3. Respray with Roundup Originalmax�herbicide if regrowth of vegetation occurs <br /> when it reaches appmximately 10" to 12" in height. <br /> 4. Lightly till the soil to create an open seedbed. <br /> 5. Harr�w or rake the soil to create a firm, smooth seedbed. <br /> C. Seed and Seeding: <br /> 1. Seeding da�es shall be in the spring or surnmer before August I��`or in the fall een <br /> September 20�'and Ereeze-up. <br /> 2. All seed shall be applied by broadcasting. <br /> 3. The seed rnixes shall consist of the following species and arnounts: <br />