(1) Vendor needs to provide landscaping services to the government authority located in Cape Canaveral, FL.– Landscaping Contract provides for a variety of professional landscaping services that will be delivered on an as–needed basis throughout the contract term. – The services may include but are not limited to routine maintenance, seasonal landscaping, installation of hardscapes, irrigation systems, and other landscape–related work. – Work will be initiated via purchase/task orders, with specific work requirements, deliverables, and timeframes outlined in each purchase/task order. – Landscape maintenance services will be performed regularly or on an as–needed basis as defined in the task orders. Typical maintenance activities include: • Lawn Care and Turf Management: – Mowing, trimming, and edging turf areas. – Aeration, dethatching, and overseeing for turf health. – Fertilization, lime application, and soil amendment for optimal grass growth. – Pest and weed control (chemical and organic methods) based on integrated pest management (IPM) practices. – Irrigation system checks and adjustments to ensure proper water distribution. • Tree and Shrub Care: – Pruning, trimming, and shaping of trees and shrubs to maintain aesthetic appearance and healthy growth. – Removal of dead or hazardous branches and limbs. – Tree risk assessment and recommendations for treatment. – Application of mulch around tree bases and shrub beds. • Ground Cover and Flower Bed Maintenance: – Removal of weeds and invasive plant species. – Deadheading flowers and ensuring proper blooming cycles. – Mulching and soil conditioning to maintain plant health. – Regular inspection for plant diseases and pest infestation. • Irrigation System Maintenance: – Seasonal start–up and winterization of irrigation systems. – Repair of leaks, broken sprinkler heads, and malfunctioning valves. – Adjustment of sprinkler heads and controllers for water efficiency (2) The contract period will be for one year.