PROJECT PLAN The City of Allen’s Animal shelter has a 7,520 sq ft outdoor area with landscaping consisting of sod and dirt. It is our vision to transform this area through an artificial turf installation that is specifically designed for dogs and other domestic animals. PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY CONSIDERATIONS • Turf Materials and Quality o It is mandatory that the turf chosen to propose to the City of Allen is pet specific. This must be backed up with evidence it is designed for pet. o Turf must be durable and resilient enough to withstand the wear and tear from dogs of all sizes. o Life span of turf is expected to exceed a 10-year life span. Please include warranty information in your proposal if there is any failure in the turf. • Drainage System o It is suggested to attend our site visit to gain an understanding of the area and include your draining suggestions in your proposal. o In the past, there has been drainage and erosion issues in this area. It is expected the area is graded and drained in a manner that water does not pool in any area where the artificial turf is located • Cleaning and Waste Management o Because dogs will relieve themselves on the turf, it is important the system facilitates an easy cleaning solution and incorporates a gentle slope for urine to enter the draining system. o Odor Control is a main priority. Many turfs designed for pets come with an antimicrobial coating to reduce the buildup of odor causing bacteria. Please include your solutions for odor control in your proposal. o Please include what odor and bacteria control products are needed. • Environmental Impact o Be mindful of creek nearby and how any runoff could affect the surrounding environment. o Ensure waste runoff is directed away from creek. o Avoid using materials that could lead to harmful chemicals reaching our water system. All turf and infill should be non-toxic and environmentally friendly. o Consider using natural filtration systems such as sand or gravel beneath the turf to help absorb and filter waste. There will be a close hose bib for potable water source for cleaning the turf...
