Shrub Pruning & Vine Removal

2026-11-03

The Contractor shall provide shrub - maintenance services that meet the following general specifications . These specifications describe the functional and performance characteristics of the services required to maintain shrubs and surrounding landscaped areas at the Jamestown , Greensboro , Donald W . Cameron , and High Point campuses of Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ). All services must be performed using accepted horticultural practices and in a manner that ensures consistency , safety , and minimal disruption to campus operations . 5 . 2 . 1 Shrub Pruning Specifications • Contractor shall prune shrubs to maintain plant health , appropriate shape , and safe clearance around sidewalks , signage , and building exteriors . • Pruning shall be performed using methods appropriate for each plant species and consistent with industry ‑ standard horticultural practices . • All cuts shall be clean and made in a manner intended to support continued plant growth and reduce the risk of plant damage . 5 . 2 . 2 Vine Removal Specifications • Contractor shall remove visible vine growth located within shrubs , growing on shrubs , or immediately surrounding shrub beds . • Removal shall be performed in a manner that minimizes damage to the shrubs and surrounding landscaping . • Only mechanical ( non ‑ chemical ) vine ‑ removal methods shall be used unless otherwise approved in writing by GTCC . 5 . 2 . 3 Debris Removal Specifications • All debris generated from pruning and vine removal shall be collected and removed from campus on the same service day unless otherwise approved by GTCC . • Walkways , entrances , and surrounding landscaped areas must be left clean and free of clippings , branches , and other debris . 5 . 2 . 4 Service Frequency and Timing • The Vendor shall perform two ( 2 ) shrub ‑ maintenance service cycles per Contract year . For the initial Contract term , the first service cycle shall occur in June 2026 .

North Carolina

2026-05-05