GGC Athletics Baseball and Softball Maintenance

2026-11-03

The company must be certified in sports field management and sports field builder . Maintenance Expectations : Field Surface & Playing Areas • Both the baseball and softball facilities at GGC feature natural grass playing surfaces ( Bermuda mixed with Rye ) and are built with advanced irrigation and drainage systems . • The turf , infield skin ( dirt ) areas , foul territory , and warning track must be maintained to safe , consistent , playable conditions — free of hazards such as holes , uneven surfaces , debris or standing water . • Grass areas require regular mowing , edging , fertilization , irrigation , pest / weed control , aeration , topdressing , and overseeding ( as needed ) to maintain healthy turf and consistent playability . o GGC is responsible for regular mowing , edging , and running irrigation schedules unless requested otherwise • Infield dirt / skinned areas require regular dragging ( GGC responsible for on a regular basis unless requested otherwise ), leveling / laser grading , moisture management , free of compaction , and proper transitions between turf and skin . • Drainage must be functional at all times : surface water must not pond ; after rain events the fields must be restored to playable condition in a timely manner GGC responsible for on a regular basis unless requested otherwise Maintenance Schedule & Reporting • A detailed maintenance schedule ( see below ) should be provided , covering daily , weekly , monthly , seasonal and annual tasks ( e . g ., recommended mowing frequency , infield skin grooming , aeration , topdressing , overseeding , fertilizer / pesticide application , drainage checks ). • The contractor must provide regular reports to GGC ’ s Athletics Facilities Manager ( or equivalent ) on completed tasks , field conditions , and any issues or repairs required . • Off ‐ season tasks : deep conditioning of turf and infield skin , major repair / reshaping , fencing or drainage improvement , and preparing fields for next season . • The contractor must coordinate with GGC ’ s facility calendar ( practices , games , special events ) to ensure fields are accessible to perform maintenance and adjust maintenance windows accordingly .

Georgia

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