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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
9980 TRANSFORT SUPPORT VEHICLES
RFP DUE: 3:00 PM MT (Mountain Time), May 29, 2024
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified Vendors for the purchase of five
(5) new support vehicles for the City’s Transfort transit department.
As part of the City’s commitment to sustainability, proposals must be submitted online through
the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (RMEPS) at http://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/city-
of-fort-collins. Note: please ensure adequate time to submit proposals through RMEPS. Proposals
not submitted by the designated Opening Date and Time will not be accepted by RMEPS.
A pre-proposal meeting will be held at 10:00 AM MT on May 8, 2024. The pre-proposal
meeting will be hosted on-line via Zoom. Select or copy/paste the below link into your browser
for access to the meeting. Please be prepared to announce your name and mute your
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Topic: PreProposal Meeting - 9980 Transfort Support Vehicles
Time: May 8, 2024 10:00 AM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
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All questions should be submitted, in writing via email, to Jake Rector, Senior Buyer at
jrector@fcgov.com, with a copy to Gretchen Gramling, Project Manager, at
ggramling@fcgov.com, no later than 3:00 PM MT on May 15, 2024. Please format your e-
mail to include: RFP 9980 Transfort Support Vehicles in the subject line. Questions received after
this deadline may not be answered. Responses to all questions submitted before the deadline will
be addressed in an addendum and posted on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System
webpage.
Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System hosted by BidNet
A copy of the RFP may be obtained at http://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/city-of-fort-collins.
This RFP has been posted utilizing the following Commodity Code(s):
07116 Buses Complete, School (Small Vehicle Type)
07177 Specialty Vehicles
07180 SUV Type Vehicles (Incl. Carryalls)
Prohibition of Unlawful Discrimination: The City of Fort Collins, in accordance with the
provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 US.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-
4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract
entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded
full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated
against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.
The City strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based on an individual’s gender (regardless of
gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age
40 years or older, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other
characteristics protected by law. For the purpose of this policy “sexual orientation” means a
person’s actual or perceived orientation toward heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality.
The City also strictly prohibits unlawful harassment in the workplace, including sexual
harassment. Further, the City strictly prohibits unlawful retaliation against a person who engages
in protected activity. Protected activity includes an employee complaining that he or she has been
discriminated against in violation of the above policy or participating in an employment
discrimination proceeding.
The City requires its Vendors to comply with the City’s policy for equal employment opportunity
and to prohibit unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. This requirement applies to
all third-party Vendors and their subcontractors/subconsultants at every tier.
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Public Viewing Copy: The City is a governmental entity subject to the Colorado Open Records
Act, C.R.S. §§ 24-72-200.1 et seq. (“CORA”). Any proposals submitted hereunder are subject to
public disclosure by the City pursuant to CORA and City ordinances. Professionals may submit
one (1) additional complete proposal clearly marked “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING.” In this version of
the proposal, Professionals may redact text and/or data that it deems confidential or proprietary
pursuant to CORA. All pricing will be considered public records subject to disclosure under CORA
and as such pricing cannot be redacted from the “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING” version of the
proposal. Failure to provide a public viewing copy will be considered a waiver of any claim of
confidentiality under CORA without regard to how the applicant’s proposal or certain pages of the
proposal are marked confidential, proprietary, or similar. Such statement does not necessarily
exempt such documentation from public disclosure if required by CORA, by order of a court of
appropriate jurisdiction, or other applicable law. Generally, under CORA, trade secrets,
confidential commercial information and financial data information may not be disclosed by the
City. Proposals may not be marked “Confidential” or ‘Proprietary’ in their entirety. By responding
to this RFP, Professionals hereby waives any and all claims for damages against the City for the
City’s good faith compliance with CORA. All provisions and pricing of any contract resulting
from this request for proposal will be public information.
Vendors Registration: The City requires new Vendor’s receiving awards from the City to submit
IRS form W-9 and requires all Vendors to accept Direct Deposit (Electronic) payment. If needed,
the W-9 form and the Vendor Direct Deposit Authorization Form can be found on the City’s
Purchasing website at www.fcgov.com/purchasing under Vendor Reference Documents. Please
do not submit these documents with your proposal, however, if you take exception to
participating in Direct Deposit (Electronic) payments please clearly note such in your proposal as
an exception. The City may waive the requirement to participate in Direct Deposit (Electronic)
payments at its sole discretion.
Sales Prohibited/Conflict of Interest: No officer, employee, or member of City Council, shall
have a financial interest in the sale to the City of any real or personal property, equipment,
material, supplies or services where such officer or employee exercises directly or indirectly any
decision-making authority concerning such sale or any supervisory authority over the services to
be rendered. This rule also applies to subcontracts with the City. Soliciting or accepting any gift,
gratuity favor, entertainment, kickback or any items of monetary value from any person who has
or is seeking to do business with the City of Fort Collins is prohibited.
Collusive or Sham Proposals: Any proposal deemed to be collusive or a sham proposal will be
rejected and reported to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this proposal assures
that such proposal is genuine and is not a collusive or sham proposal.
The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any
irregularities or informalities.
Sincerely,
Gerry Paul
Purchasing Director
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OBJECTIVE
The City of Fort Collins is seeking proposals from qualified Vendors for the purchase of five
(5) new support vehicles for the City’s Transfort transit department.
SCOPE OF PROPOSAL
A. Scope of Work
The City of Fort Collins seeks to purchase vehicles meeting the specifications described in
this section. Interested firms are expected to submit proposals that address all elements of
this section. If a firm is unable to satisfy every element of this section but chooses to
submit a proposal, it must clearly identify the element(s) it is unable to satisfy and the reason
it cannot meet the requirement. The City of Fort Collins will review any exceptions and at its
sole discretion, may determine the proposal is not responsive to the City of Fort Collins’
requirements and remove the proposal from further consideration. The City of Fort Collins,
at its sole discretion, may select multiple Vendors to purchase from under this solicitation.
B. Key Areas of Responsibility
The Vendor shall furnish and deliver as required to the City of Fort Collins, 906 W. Vine
Dr., Fort Collins, CO 80521 the vehicles as requested in this RFP; Fleet Maintenance staff
will be notified at least 24 hours in advance of vehicle delivery. All vehicles must be
complete as specified, current production, latest model and design available, delivered
FOB destination, with approximately a full tank of fuel and crankcase full of proper grade of
lubricating oil, and one operational manual for each vehicle upon delivery and all vehicles
shall have a Colorado State inspection sticker, Colorado Temporary License plate and
must meet, or exceed, the following specifications.
C. Minimum Vehicle Requirements
The City is seeking the following classes of vehicles:
• Two (2) Medium/Full Size Hybrid/PHEV or Electric SUVs;
o AWD/4x4
• Two (2) Full Size Hybrid/PHEV or Electric Sedans;
o FWD/AWD
• One (1) Class 12-15 Passenger Van (Gasoline):
o Prefer low floor model. Please provide step height for all proposed options.
Minimum fuel economy in the City or Combined must be equal to or higher than 20 mpg.
Vehicles provided under this contract will be of the current or upcoming model year. Any
vehicle listed on the price sheets of this RFP shall be furnished complete with all Original
Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) standard equipment and factory installed accessories as
listed in the manufacturer’s printed literature. Vehicles shall be fully validated, certified and
warranted to OEM levels. All pre-delivery vehicle servicing will be performed in accordance
with recognized industry standards.
Minimum vehicle requirements include:
• Air bags (driver, passenger, side curtain)
• Air conditioning
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• AM/FM stereo radio, with auxiliary input
• Automatic transmission
• Cloth seats
• Front and rear floor mats
• Intermittent wipers
• Power brakes, with anti-lock system
• Power steering
• Rear window defroster
• Spare tire with jack
• Tilt steering column
• Back-up Camera
• All vehicles must be licensed in the state of Colorado and meet Colorado
emissions standards
The above requirements represent minimum specifications for the purpose of preparing a
proposal.
Vehicle Color
The City of Fort Collins requires vehicle to be white for the exterior color. Dark cloth
interior required.
Vehicle Keys
All vehicles must have three (3) sets of keys and three (3) sets of remotes.
Warranty
Information and pricing pertinent to extended warranties must be included.
Federal Transit Administration Federally Required And Other Model Contract
Clauses – please note as per attached section VII - Federal Transit Administration
Federally Required And Other Model Contract Clauses on vehicle purchases, vehicles
must meet Buy American requirements 49 CFR part 661.
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D. Price Schedule:
**Vendor may provide multiple different models for each vehicle type ** use additional pages as necessary
** The City of Fort Collins is exempt from Federal and State taxes and as such taxes are not to be included in the proposal
prices. ** All pricing is FOB Destination to 906 W. Vine Dr., Fort Collins, CO 80521
Delivery of Vehicles: Delivery of vehicles in a timely manner is critical for City of Fort Collins. Therefore, as part of your proposal,
please note below the expected lead time/delivery time period after receipt of the fully executed purchase order:
Vehicle Delivery Time Period: ______________________________
Vehicle Type Year
Meets
Minimum
Specs
Meets
Federal
Transit
Regulations
Warranty
Specs Unit
Note ICE,
Hybrid,
Plug-in
Hybrid, EV
Vehicle
cost Quantity Extended Total
Full Size SUV each $ $
4 Door Sedan each $ $
12-15
Passenger
Van
each
$ $
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E. Anticipated Schedule
The following represents the City’s target schedule for the RFP. The City reserves the
right to amend the target schedule at any time.
• RFP issuance: April 29, 2024
• Pre-Proposal Meeting: 10:00 AM MT on Wednesday, May 8, 2024
• Question deadline: 3:00 PM MT on May 15, 2024
• Proposal due date: 3:00 PM MT on Wednesday, May 29, 2024
• Purchase Order Issuance (tentative): May 2024
F. Interviews
In addition to submitting a written proposal, the top-rated Vendors may be interviewed by
the RFP assessment team and asked to participate in an oral presentation to provide an
overview of the company, approach to the project and to address questions. The
evaluation criteria for the oral interviews will be the same as the criteria for the written
evaluations and is included in Section IV.
Because of recent events involving COVID-19, the City may use non-traditional methods
for the optional interview phase of the assessment process. The City will receive and score
written proposals. However, instead of traditional in-person interviews for the optional
interview session, the City may opt to use alternate methods including, but not limited to
remote interviews through a platform such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
G. Current standards
All work and/or materials must meet current standards in force by recognized technical
and professional societies, trade and materials supply associations, institutes and
organizations, bureaus and testing laboratories, and national, federal, state, county, and
local laws, codes and ordinances.
H. Fees, Licenses, Permits
The successful Vendor shall be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, fees or
permits without additional expense to the City. All vehicles and equipment shall be
properly licensed and insured, carry the appropriate permits and be placarded as required
by law.
I. Laws and Regulations
The Vendor agrees to comply fully with all applicable local, State of Colorado and Federal
laws and regulations and municipal ordinances to include American Disabilities Act (ADA).
J. Invoicing and Payment
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Invoices should be emailed to invoices@fcgov.com with a copy to the Project Manager.
Payments will be made using the prices stated in the Purchase Order. In the event a
service is requested which is not stated in the Work Order and/or Agreement, the Vendor
and the City will negotiate an appropriate unit price for the service prior to the Vendor
initiating such work.
The City pays invoices on Net 30 terms.
I. PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL
Please limit the total length of your proposal to a maximum of fifty (50) 8 ½ x 11” pages
(excluding cover pages, table of contents, dividers and Acknowlegement form). Font shall be
a minimum of 10 Arial and margins are limited to no less than .5” for sides and top/bottom.
Extended page sizes, such as 11” x 17”, count as a single page and may be used for detailed
pricing. Links to other files or websites shall not be permitted. Proposals that do not conform
to these requirements may be rejected.
Vendors are required to provide detailed written responses to the following items in the order
outlined below. The responses shall be considered technical offers of what Vendors propose
to provide and shall be incorporated in the contract award as deemed appropriate by the City.
A proposal that does not include all the information required may be deemed non-responsive
and subject to rejection.
Responses must include all the items in the order listed below. It is suggested that the Vendors
include each of the City’s questions with their response.
The City of Fort Collins shall not reimburse any firm for costs incurred in the preparation and
presentation of their proposal.
A. Cover Letter / Executive Summary
The Executive Summary should highlight the content of the proposal and features of the
program offered, including a general description of the program and any unique aspects
or benefits provided by your firm.
Indicate your availability to participate in the interviews/demonstrations on the proposed
dates as stated in the Schedule section.
K. Vendor Information
1. Describe the Vendor’s business and background
2. Number of years in the business
3. Details about ownership
4. An overview of services offered and qualifications
5. Size of the firm
6. Location(s) of offices. If multiple, please identify which will be the primary for our
account.
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7. Primary contact information for the company including contact name(s) and title(s),
mailing address(s), phone number(s), and email address(s).
L. Scope of Proposal
1. Provide a detailed narrative of the services proposed if awarded the contract per the
scope above. The narrative should include any options that may be beneficial for the
City to consider.
2. Describe how the project would be managed and who would have primary
responsibility for its timely and professional completion.
3. Describe the methods and timeline of communication your firm will use with the City’s
Project Manager and other parties.
M. Firm Capability and Assigned Personnel
Provide relevant information regarding previous experience related to this or similar
projects, to include the following:
1. References. Provide a minimum of three similar projects with public agencies in the
last 5 years that have involved the staff and subcontractors/subconsultants proposed
to work on this project. Include the owner’s name, title of project, beginning price,
ending price, contact name, email and phone number, subconsultants on the team
and a brief description of the work and any change orders. The Vendor authorizes the
City to verify any and all information contained herein and hereby releases all those
concerned providing information as a reference from any liability in connection with
any information provided.
2. Provide any information that distinguishes Vendor from its competition and any
additional information applicable to this RFP that might be valuable in assessing
Vendor’s proposal.
N. Sustainability/TBL Methodology
Detail the carbon emissions reductions for the vehicle you have proposed compared to
their Internal Combustion Engine counterparts.
O. Cost
In your response to this proposal, please provide the following:
1. Provide the cost identified in the Scope of Proposal, Section D, Price all additional
services/deliverables separately.
2. Provide timeline for vehicle delivery.
3. All pricing is to be FOB Destination to 906 W. Vine Dr., Fort Collins, CO 80521
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P. Acknowledgement
The Acknowledgement form is attached as Section V. Complete the attached form
indicating the Vendor hereby acknowledges receipt of the City of Fort Collins Request for
Proposal and acknowledges that the Vendor has read and agrees to be fully bound by all
of the terms, conditions and other provisions set forth in the RFP.
Q. Federal Transit Administration Federally Required and Other Model Contract
Clauses
The Vendor has read and agrees to abide by the attached Section V - Federal Transit
Administration Federally Required and Other Model Contract Clauses.
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II. REVIEW AND ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
A. Proposal and Interview Criteria
Vendor’s will be evaluated on the following criteria. This set of criteria will be the basis for
review and assessment of the written proposals and optional interview session. At the
discretion of the City, interviews of the top-rated Vendors may be conducted.
The rating scale shall be from 1 to 10, a rating of 1 doesn’t meet minimum requirements,
a rating of 5 means the category fulfills the minimum requirements, and 10 exceeds
minimum requirements in that category.
WEIGHTING
FACTOR CATEGORY STANDARD QUESTIONS
2.0 Scope of Proposal
Does the proposal address all elements of the
RFP? Does the proposal show an
understanding of the project objectives,
methodology to be used and results/outcomes
required by the project? Are there any
exceptions to the specifications, Scope of Work,
or agreement? Do the vehicles comply with
the Buy America certification?
3.0 Firm Capability &
Assigned Personnel
Does the firm have the resources, financial
strength, capacity and support capabilities
required to successfully complete the project on-
time and in-budget? Has the firm successfully
completed previous projects of this type and
scope? Do the persons who will be working on
the project have the necessary skills and
qualifications?
2.0 Sustainability/TBL
Methodology
Do the vehicles proposed help the City in
meeting Our Climate Future initiatives by
reducing green house gas emissions.
3.0 Cost
Does the proposal included detailed cost break-
down for each cost element as applicable and
are the line-item costs competitive? Do the
proposed costs compare favorably with the
Project Manager's estimate?
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III. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Vendor hereby acknowledges receipt of the City of Fort Collins Request for Proposal and
acknowledges that it has read and agrees to be fully bound by all of the terms, conditions and
other provisions set forth in the RFP 9980 Transfort Support Vehicles and sample Agreement
except as otherwise noted. Additionally, Vendor hereby makes the following representations
to City:
a. All of the statements and representations made in this proposal are true to the best of the
Vendor’s knowledge and belief.
b. Vendor commits that it is able to meet the terms provided in this proposal.
c. This proposal is a firm and binding offer, for a period of 90 days from the date hereof.
d. Vendor further agrees that the method of award is acceptable.
e. Vendor also agrees to complete the proposed Agreement with the City of Fort Collins
within 10 days of notice of award. If contract is not completed and signed within 10 days,
City reserves the right to cancel and award to the next highest rated firm.
f. Vendor acknowledges receipt of addenda.
g. Vendor acknowledges no conflict of interest.
h. Vendor acknowledges that the City is a governmental entity subject to the Colorado Open
Records Act, C.R.S. §§ 24-72-200.1 et seq. (“CORA”). Any proposals submitted
hereunder are subject to public disclosure by the City pursuant to CORA and City
ordinances. Professionals may submit one (1) additional complete proposal clearly
marked “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING.” In this version of the proposal, Professionals may
redact text and/or data that it deems confidential or proprietary pursuant to CORA. All
pricing will be considered public records subject to disclosure under CORA and as such
pricing cannot be redacted from the “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING” version of the proposal.
Failure to provide a public viewing copy will be considered a waiver of any claim of
confidentiality under CORA without regard to how the applicant’s proposal or certain
pages of the proposal are marked confidential, proprietary, or similar. Such statement
does not necessarily exempt such documentation from public disclosure if required by
CORA, by order of a court of appropriate jurisdiction, or other applicable law. Generally,
under CORA, trade secrets, confidential commercial information and financial data
information may not be disclosed by the City. Proposals may not be marked “Confidential”
or ‘Proprietary’ in their entirety. By responding to this RFP, Professionals hereby waives
any and all claims for damages against the City for the City’s good faith compliance with
CORA. All provisions and pricing of any contract resulting from this request for
proposal will be public information.
Legal Firm Name:
Physical Address:
Remit to Address:
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Phone:
Name of Authorized Agent of Firm:
Signature of Authorized Agent:
Primary Contact for Project:
Title: Email Address:
Phone: Cell Phone:
NOTE: ACKNOWLEDGMENT IS TO BE SIGNED & RETURNED WITH YOUR PROPOSAL.
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IV. FEDERAL CERTIFICATIONS
Complete the two forms, Buy America Certification and Byrd Anti-Lobbying
Amendment (31 U.S.C. 1352) and submit with your proposal.
BUY AMERICA CERTIFICATION
Rolling Stock
Applies to contracts for rolling stock exceeding $150,000
The contractor agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j) and 49 C.F.R. Part 661, and any later amendments, which
provide that Federal funds may not be obligated unless steel, iron, and manufactured products used in FTA -funded
projects are produced in the United States, unless a waiver has been granted by FTA or the product is subject to a
general waiver. General waivers are listed in 49 C.F.R. 661.7. A bidder or offeror must submit to the FTA recipient, the
City of Fort Collins, the appropriate Buy America certification (below) with all bids or offers on FTA-funded contracts,
except those subject to a general waiver. Bids or offers that are not accompanied by a completed Buy America
certification will be rejected as nonresponsive.
In accordance with 49 C.F.R. §661.12, for the procurement of rolling stock (including train control, communication, and
traction power equipment), use the certifications below.
1) Certificate of Compliance with Buy America Rolling Stock Requirements – The bidder or offeror hereby
certifies that it will meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j), as amended, and FTA regulations, “Buy America
Requirements”, 49 C.F.R. Part 661, to the extent consistent with 49 U.S.C 5323(j).
Date: ___________________________________________
Signature: _______________________________________
Company: _______________________________________
Name: __________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________
2) Certification of Non-Compliance with Buy America Rolling Stock Requirements - The bidder or offeror hereby
certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j), as amended, and FTA regulations, “Buy
America Requirements”, 49 C.F.R. Part 661, to the extent consistent with 49 U.S.C 5323(j).
Date: ___________________________________________
Signature: _______________________________________
Company: _______________________________________
Name: __________________________________________
Title: ___________________________________________
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Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C. 1352)
CERTIFICATION
The Contractor attests that it has filed the required certification under the Byrd Anti -Lobbying
Amendment. The Contractor attests that it has certified that it will not and has not used Federal
appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an
officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an
employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal Contract, grant or any
other award covered by 31 U.S.C.1352. The Contractor further attests that it has disclosed, and will
continue to disclose, any lobbying with non -Federal funds that takes place in connection with
obtaining any Federal award.
The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to
any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member
of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in
connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making
of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation,
renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for
making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer
or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal
contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard
Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions [as amended
by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96).
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award
documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under
grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose
accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction
was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this
transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any
person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000
and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
The Contractor, ________________ ___, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and
accuracy of each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands
and agrees that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801, et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.
__________________________ Entity Name
__________________________ Signature of Authorized Official
__________________________ Name and Title of Authorized Official
__________________________ Date
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V. FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION FEDERALLY REQUIRED AND OTHER MODEL
CONTRACT CLAUSES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. NO FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES ......................................................... 18
2. RECORDS RETENTIONS AND ACCESS TO SITES OF PERFORMANCE .................................................. 18
3. FEDERAL CHANGES ............................................................................................................................ 19
4. CIVIL RIGHTS (EEO, TITLE VI & ADA) .................................................................................................. 19
5. INCORPORATION OF FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) TERMS ........................................ 23
6. ENERGY CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................ 24
7. PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SERVICES OR
EQUIPMENT (2 CFR §200.216) .......................................................................................................... 24
8. TERMINATION PROVISIONS (APPENDIX II TO PART 200) .................................................................. 24
9. GOVERNMENT-WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION ..................................................................... 25
10. NOTICE TO FTA AND U.S. DOT INSPECTOR GENERAL OF INFORMATION RELATED TO FRAUD,
WASTE, ABUSE OR OTHER LEGAL MATTERS ..................................................................................... 26
11. BYRD ANTI-LOBBYING AMENDMENT (31 U.S.C. 1352) ..................................................................... 27
12. BUILD AMERICA, BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................. 27
13. CLEAN AIR AND FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT .......................................................... 28
14. CARGO PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................. 28
15. FLY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................................... 28
16. NONCONSTRUCTION EMPLOYEE PROTECTION (CONTRACT WORK HOURS AND SAFETY
STANDARDS ACT) .............................................................................................................................. 28
17. TRANSIT EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE ARRANGEMENTS ......................................................................... 29
18. CHARTER SERVICES............................................................................................................................ 30
19. SCHOOL BUS OPERATIONS ................................................................................................................ 30
20. DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING .......................................................................................................... 30
21. PROMPT PAYMENT AND RETURN OF RETAINAGE ............................................................................ 31
22. 6002 OF THE SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ACT (2 CFR 200.322) ............................................................. 31
23. ADA ACCESS....................................................................................................................................... 32
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24. ASSIGNABILITY ................................................................................................................................... 32
25. CITY OF FORT COLLINS BID PROTEST PROCEDURES .......................................................................... 32
26. TITLE VI OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 ...................................................................................... 32
27. INCREASING SEAT BELT USE IN THE UNITED STATES ........................................................................ 33
28. REDUCING TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING ................................................................................. 33
29. VETERAN EMPLOYMENT ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..33
30. 6002 OF THE SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ACT …………………………………………………………………………………..
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I. NO FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
No Obligation by the Federal Government.
1. The Purchaser and Contractor acknowledge and agree that, notwithstanding any
concurrence by the Federal Government in or approval of the solicitation or award of the
underlying contract, absent the express written consent by the Federal Government, the
Federal Government is not a party to this contract and shall not be subject to any
obligations or liabilities to the Purchaser, Contractor, or any other party (whether or not
a party to that contract) pertaining to any matter resulting from the underlying contract.
2. The Contractor agrees to include the above clause in each subcontract financed in whole
or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed that the clause
shall not be modified, except to identify the sub-contractor who will be subject to it
provisions.
II. RECORDS RETENTIONS AND ACCESS TO SITES OF PERFORMANCE
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
1. For a period of three years following Contract closing, the Contractor and its
subcontractors shall maintain, preserve and make available to the City, the FTA
Administrator, the Comptroller General of the United States, and any of their authorized
representatives, access at all reasonable times to any books, documents, papers and
records of Contractor which are directly pertinent to this Contract for the purposes of
making audits, examinations, excerpts and transcriptions. Contractor also agrees,
otherwise comply with 49 U.S.C. § 5325(g), and federal access to records requirements
as set forth in the applicable U.S. DOT Common Rule.
2. The Contractor shall maintain and the City shall have the right to examine and audit all
records and other evidence sufficient to reflect properly all prices, costs or rates
negotiated and invoiced in performance of this Contract. This right of examination shall
include inspection at all reasonable times of the Contractor’s offices engaged in
performing the Contract.
3. If this Contract is completely or partially terminated, the Contractor shall make available
the records relating to the work terminated until 3 years after any resulting final
termination settlement. The Contractor shall make available records relating to appeals
under the Disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement of claims arising under or
relating to this Contract until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally resolved.
4. Access to Records and Reports” applies with equal force and effect to any
subcontractors hired by the Contractor to perform Work under this Contract. The
Contractor shall insert this provision in all subcontracts under this Contract and require
subcontractor compliance therewith.
5. Access to the Sites of Performance. The Recipient agrees to permit, and to require its
Third Party Participants to permit, FTA to have access to the sites of performance of its
Award, the accompanying Underlying Agreement, and any Amendments thereto, and to
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make site visits as needed in compliance with the U.S. DOT Common Rules.
6. Closeout. Closeout of the Award does not alter the record retention or access
requirements of this section of this Master Agreement.
III. FEDERAL CHANGES
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
Federal Changes - Contractor shall at all times comply with all applicable FTA regulations,
policies, procedures and directives, including without limitation those listed directly or by
reference in the Master Agreement between Purchaser and FTA, as they may be amended
or promulgated from time to time during the term of this contract. Contractor's failure to so
comply shall constitute a material breach of this contract.
IV. CIVIL RIGHTS (EEO, TITLE VI & ADA)
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
The following requirements apply to the underlying contract:
a) The Recipient agrees that it must comply with applicable federal civil rights laws,
regulations, requirements, and guidance, and follow applicable federal guidance,
except as the Federal Government determines otherwise in writing. Therefore, unless
a Recipient or a federal program, including the Tribal Transit Program or the Indian
Tribe Recipient, is specifically exempted from a civil rights statute, FTA requires
compliance with that civil rights statute, including compliance with equity in service.
b) Nondiscrimination in Federal Public Transportation Programs. The Recipient agrees
to, and assures that it and each Third-Party Participant, will: (1) Prohibit discrimination
based on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age. (2)
Prohibit the: (a) Exclusion from participation in employment or a business opportunity
for reasons identified in 49 U.S.C. § 5332, (b) Denial of program benefits in
employment or a business opportunity identified in 49 U.S.C. § 5332, or (c)
Discrimination, including discrimination in employment or a business opportunity
identified in 49 U.S.C. § 5332. (3) Follow: (a) The most recent edition of FTA Circular
4702.1, “Title VI Requirements and Guidelines for Federal Transit Administration
Recipients,” to the extent consistent with applicable federal laws, regulations,
requirements, and guidance, and other applicable federal guidance that may be
issued, but (b) FTA does not require an Indian Tribe to comply with FTA program-
specific guidelines for Title VI when administering its Underlying Agreement supported
with federal assistance under the Tribal Transit Program.
c) Nondiscrimination – Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The Recipient agrees to, and
assures that each Third Party Participant, will: (1) Prohibit discrimination based on
race, color, or national origin, (2) Comply with: (a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of
1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., (b) U.S. DOT regulations,
“Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of the Department of
Transportation – Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,” 49 C.F.R. part
21, and (c) Federal transit law, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332, and (3) Follow: (a) The
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most recent edition of FTA Circular 4702.1, “Title VI Requirements and Guidelines for
Federal Transit Administration Recipients,” to the extent consistent with applicable
federal laws, regulations, requirements, and guidance, (b) U.S. DOJ, “Guidelines for
the enforcement of Title VI, Civil Rights Act of 1964,” 28 C.F.R. § 50.3, and (c) All other
applicable federal guidance that may be issued.
d) Equal Employment Opportunity. (1) Federal Requirements and Guidance. The
Recipient agrees to, and assures that each Third Party Participant will, prohibit
discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and: (a)
Comply with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e
et seq., (b) Facilitate compliance with Executive Order No. 11246, “Equal Employment
Opportunity,” as amended by Executive Order No. 11375, “Amending Executive Order
No. 11246, Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity,” 42U.S.C. § 2000e note, (c)
Comply with Federal transit law, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332, as stated in section a,
and (d) Comply with FTA Circular 4704.1other applicable EEO laws and regulations,
as provided in Federal guidance, including laws and regulations prohibiting
discrimination on the basis of disability, except as the Federal Government determines
otherwise in writing, (2) General. The Recipient agrees to: (a) Ensure that applicants
for employment are employed and employees are treated during employment without
discrimination on the basis of their: 1 Race, 2 Color, 3 Religion, 4 Sex, 5 Disability, 6
Age, or 7 National origin, (b) Take affirmative action that includes, but is not limited to:
1 Recruitment advertising, 2 Recruitment, 3Employment, 4 Rates of pay, 5 Other forms
of compensation, 6 Selection for training, including apprenticeship, 7 Upgrading, 8
Transfers, 9 Demotions, 10 Layoffs, and 11 Terminations, but (b) Indian Tribe. Title
VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, exempts Indian Tribes under the
definition of "Employer". (3) Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements for
Construction Activities. In addition to the foregoing, when undertaking “construction”
as recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor (U.S. DOL), the Recipient agrees to
comply, and assures the compliance of each Third Party Participant, with: (a) U.S.
DOL regulations, “Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, September 2019
Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor,” 41 C.F.R. chapter 60, and (b)
Executive Order No. 11246, “Equal Employment Opportunity,” as amended by
Executive Order No. 11375, “Amending Executive Order No. 11246, Relating to Equal
Employment Opportunity,” 42U.S.C. § 2000e note.
e) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. To the extent authorized by applicable federal
laws and regulations, the Recipient agrees to facilitate, and assures that each Third-
Party Participant will facilitate, participation by small business concerns owned and
controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, also referred to as
“Disadvantaged Business Enterprises” (DBEs), in the Underlying Agreement as
follows: (1) Statutory and Regulatory Requirements. The Recipient agrees to comply
with: (a) Section 1101(b) of the FAST Act, 23 U.S.C. §101 note, (b) U.S. DOT
regulations, “Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of
Transportation Financial Assistance Programs,” 49 C.F.R. part 26, and (c) Federal
transit law, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332, as provided in section 12a of this Master
Agreement. (2) DBE Program Requirements. A Recipient that receives planning,
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capital and/or operating assistance and that will award prime third-party contracts
exceeding $250,000 in a federal fiscal year must have a DBE program meeting the
requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 26, which is approved by FTA, and establish an annual
DBE participation goal. (3) Special Requirements for a Transit Vehicle Manufacturer
(TVM). The Recipient agrees that: (a) TVM Certification. Each TVM, as a condition of
being authorized to bid or propose on FTA-assisted transit vehicle procurements, must
certify that it has complied with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. part 26, and (b)
Reporting TVM Awards. Within 30 days of any third-party contract award for a vehicle
purchase, the Recipient must submit to FTA the name of the TVM contractor and the
total dollar value of the third-party contract and notify FTA that this information has
been attached to FTA’s electronic award and management system, the Recipient must
also submit subsequent notifications if options are exercised in subsequent years to
ensure the TVM is still in good standing. (4) Assurance. As required by 49 C.F.R. §
26.13(a): (a) Recipient Assurance. The Recipient agrees and assures that: 1 It must
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the award and
performance of any FTA or U.S. DOT-assisted contract, or in the administration of its
DBE program or the requirements of 49 C.F.R. part 26, 2 It must take all necessary
and reasonable steps under 49 C.F.R. part 26 to ensure nondiscrimination in the
award and administration of U.S. DOT- assisted contracts, 3 Its DBE program, as
required under 49 C.F.R. part 26 and as approved by U.S. DOT, is incorporated by
reference and made part of the Underlying Agreement, and 4 Implementation of its
DBE program approved by U.S. DOT is a legal obligation and failure to carry out its
terms shall be treated as a violation of this Master Agreement. (b) Subrecipient/Third
Party Contractor/Third Party Subcontractor Assurance. The Recipient agrees and
assures that it will include the following assurance in each subagreement and third
party contract it signs with a Subrecipient or Third Party Contractor and agrees to
obtain the agreement of each of its Subrecipients, Third Party Contractors, and Third
Party Subcontractors to include the following assurance in every subagreement and
third party contract it signs: 1 The Subrecipient, each Third Party Contractor, and each
Third Party Subcontractor must not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
origin, or sex in the award and performance of any FTA or U.S. DOT-assisted
subagreement, third party contract, and third party subcontract, as applicable, and the
administration of its DBE program or the requirements of 49 C.F.R. part 26, 2 The
Subrecipient, each Third Party Contractor, and each Third Party Subcontractor must
take all necessary and reasonable steps under 49 C.F.R. part 26 to ensure
nondiscrimination in the award and administration of U.S. DOT-assisted
subagreements, third party contracts, and third party subcontracts, as applicable, 3
Failure by the Subrecipient and any of its Third Party Contractors or Third Party
Subcontractors to carry out the requirements of this subparagraph 13.d(4)(b) is a
material breach of this subagreement, third party contract, or third party subcontract,
as applicable, and 4 The following remedies, or such other remedy as the Recipient
deems appropriate, include, but are not limited to, withholding monthly progress
payments; assessing sanctions; liquidated damages; and/or disqualifying the
Subrecipient, Third Party Contractor, or Third Party Subcontractor from future bidding
as non-responsible. (5) Remedies. Upon notification to the Recipient of its failure to
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carry out its approved program, FTA or U.S. DOT may impose sanctions as provided
for under 49 C.F.R. part 26, and, in appropriate cases, refer the matter
for enforcement under either or both 18 U.S.C. § 1001, and/or the Program Fraud
Civil Remedies Act of 1986, 31 U.S.C. § 3801 et seq.
f) Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex. The Recipient agrees to comply with federal
prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of sex, including: (1) Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, 20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq., (2) U.S. DOT
regulations, “Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or
Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance,” 49 C.F.R. part 25, and (3) Federal
transit law, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332.
g) Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Age. The Recipient agrees to comply with federal
prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of age, including: (1) The Age
Discrimination in Employment Act, 29 U.S.C. §§ 621 – 634, which prohibits
discrimination on the basis of age, (2) U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission (U.S. EEOC) regulations, “Age Discrimination in Employment Act,” 29
C.F.R. part 1625, (3) The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §
6101 et seq., which prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of age in
the administration of Programs, Projects, and related activities receiving federal
assistance, (4) U.S. Health and Human Services regulations, “Nondiscrimination on
the Basis of Age in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance,” 45
C.F.R. part 90, and (5) Federal transit law, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332.
h) Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability. The Recipient agrees to comply with the
following federal prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of disability: (1)
Federal laws, including: (a) section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended,
29 U.S.C. § 794, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the
administration of federally assisted Programs, Projects, or activities, (b) The
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et
seq., which requires that accessible facilities and services be made available to
individuals with disabilities: 1 For FTA Recipients generally, Titles I, II, and III of the
ADA apply, but 2 For Indian Tribes, Titles II and III of the ADA apply, but Title I of the
ADA does not apply because it exempts Indian Tribes from the definition of “employer,”
(c) The Architectural Barriers Act of 1968, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 4151 et seq.,
which requires that buildings and public accommodations be accessible to individuals
with disabilities, (d) Federal transit law, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5332, which now
includes disability as a prohibited basis for discrimination, and (e) Other applicable
federal laws, regulations and requirements pertaining to access for seniors or
individuals with disabilities. (2) Federal regulations, including: (a) U.S. DOT
regulations, “Transportation Services for Individuals with Disabilities (ADA),” 49 C.F.R.
part 37, (b) U.S. DOT regulations, “Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in
Programs and Activities Receiving or Benefiting from Federal Financial Assistance,”
49 C.F.R. part 27, (c) Joint U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance
Board (U.S. ATBCB) and U.S. DOT regulations, “Americans With Disabilities (ADA)
Accessibility Specifications for Transportation Vehicles,” 36 C.F.R. part 1192 and 49
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C.F.R. part 38, (d) U.S. DOT regulations, “Transportation for Individuals with
Disabilities: Passenger Vessels,” 49 C.F.R. part 39, (e) U.S. DOJ regulations,
“Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services,”
28 C.F.R. part 35, (f) U.S. DOJ regulations, “Nondiscrimination on the Basis of
Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities,” 28 C.F.R. part 36,
(g) U.S. EEOC, “Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the
Americans with Disabilities Act,” 29 C.F.R. part 1630, (h) U.S. Federal
Communications Commission regulations, “Telecommunications Relay Services and
Related Customer Premises Equipment for Persons with Disabilities,” 47 C.F.R. part
64, Subpart F, (i) U.S. ATBCB regulations, “Electronic and Information Technology
Accessibility Standards,” 36 C.F.R. part 1194, and (j) FTA regulations, “Transportation
for Elderly and Handicapped Persons,” 49 C.F.R. part 609, and (k) Other applicable
federal civil rights and nondiscrimination guidance.
(i) Drug or Alcohol Abuse - Confidentiality and Other Civil Rights Protections. The
Recipient agrees to comply with the confidentiality and civil rights protections
of: (1) The Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972, as amended, 21 U.S.C.
§ 1101 et seq., (2) The Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §
4541 et seq., and (3) The Public Health Service Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§
290dd – 290dd-2.
(j) Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency. The Recipient agrees
to promote accessibility of public transportation services to persons with limited
understanding of English by following: (1) Executive Order No. 13166, “Improving
Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency,” August 11, 2000, 42
U.S.C. § 2000d-1 note, and (2) U.S. DOT Notice, “DOT Policy Guidance Concerning
Recipients’ Responsibilities to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Persons,” 70 Fed.
Reg. 74087, December 14, 2005.
(k) Other Nondiscrimination Laws, Regulations, Requirements, and Guidance. The
Recipient agrees to comply with other applicable federal nondiscrimination laws,
regulations, and requirements, and follow federal guidance prohibiting discrimination.
(l) Remedies. Remedies for failure to comply with applicable federal Civil Rights laws,
regulations, requirements, and guidance may be enforced as provided in those federal
laws, regulations, or requirements.
(m) Free Speech and Religious Liberty. The recipient shall ensure that Federal funding is
expended in full accordance with the U.S. Constitution, Federal Law, and statutory and
public policy requirements: including, but not limited to, those protecting free speech,
religious liberty, public welfare, the environment, and prohibiting discrimination.
V. INCORPORATION OF FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) TERMS
(Per FTA C 4330.1F)
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
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Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Terms - The preceding provisions
include, in part, certain Standard Terms and Conditions required by DOT, whether or not
expressly set forth in the preceding contract provisions. All contractual provisions required
by DOT, as set forth in FTA Circular 4220.1F, are hereby incorporated by reference.
Anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding, all FTA mandated terms shall be deemed
to control in the event of a conflict with other provisions contained in this Agreement. The
Contractor shall not perform any act, fail to perform any act, or refuse to comply with any
City requests which would cause the City to be in violation of the FTA terms and conditions.
VI. ENERGY CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
Energy Conservation - The contractor agrees to comply with mandatory standards and
policies relating to energy efficiency which are contained in the state energy conservation
plans under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended 42 U.S.C. § 6321, et.
seq., and perform an energy assessment for any building constructed, reconstructed, or
modified with federal assistance required under FTA regulations, “Requirements for Energy
Assessments,” 49 CFR Part 622, subpart C.
VII. PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT (2 CFR §200.216)
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
Contractor is prohibited from using equipment, services, or systems that uses covered
telecommunications equipment or services as a substantial or essential component of any
system, or as critical technology as part of any system. As described in Public Law 115-232,
section 889, covered telecommunications equipment is telecommunications equipment
produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE Corporation (or any subsidiary or
affiliate of such entities).
a. For the purpose of public safety, security of government facilities, physical security
surveillance of critical infrastructure, and other national security purposes, video
surveillance and telecommunications equipment produced by Hytera Communications
Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company, or Dahua Technology
Company (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities).
b. Telecommunications or video surveillance services provided by such entities or using
such equipment.
c. Telecommunications or video surveillance equipment or services produced or
provided by an entity that the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Director
of the National Intelligence or the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation,
reasonably believes to be an entity owned or controlled by, or otherwise connected to,
the government of a covered foreign country.
VIII. TERMINATION PROVISIONS (APPENDIX II TO PART 200)
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
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a. Termination for Convenience. The City may terminate this Contract, in whole or
in part, for any reason, upon five (5) days written notice to the Contractor. In such
event, the City shall pay the Contractor its costs, including reasonable Contract
close-out costs, and profit on Work performed up to the time of termination. The
Contractor shall promptly submit its termination claim to the City to be paid the
Contractor. If the Contractor has any property in its possession belonging to the
City, the Contractor will account for the same, and dispose of it in a manner the
City directs.
b. Termination for Breach. Either Party’s failure to perform any of its material
obligations under this Contract, in whole or in part or in a timely or satisfactory
manner, will be a breach. The institution of proceedings under any bankruptcy,
insolvency, reorganization or similar law, by or against Contractor, or the
appointment of a receiver or similar officer for Contractor or any of its property,
which is not vacated or fully stayed within thirty (30) days after the institution of
such proceeding, will also constitute a breach. In the event of a breach, the non-
breaching Party may provide written notice of the breach to the other Party. If the
notified Party does not cure the breach, at its sole expense, within thirty (30) days
after delivery of notice, the non-breaching Party may exercise any of its remedies
provided under this Contract or at law, including immediate termination of the
Contract.
IX. GOVERNMENT-WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
Applies to all contracts and subcontracts exceeding $25,000.
Suspension and Debarment Executive.
The contractor attests that it is not listed on the government-wide exclusions in the System
for Award Management (SAM).
The Contractor agrees to the following:
(a) It will comply with the requirements of 2 C.F.R. part 180, subpart C, as adopted and
supplemented by U.S. DOT regulations at 2 C.F.R. part 1200, which include the
following: (a) It will not enter into any arrangement to participate in the development or
implementation of the Project with any Third Party Participant that is debarred or
suspended except as authorized by: 1 U.S. DOT regulations, “Non-procurement
Suspension and Debarment,” 2 C.F.R. part 1200, 2 U.S. OMB, “Guidelines to
Agencies on Government wide Debarment and Suspension (Non-procurement),” 2
C.F.R. part 180, including any amendments thereto, and 3 Executive Orders Nos.
12549 and 12689, “Debarment and Suspension,” 31 U.S.C. § 6101 note, (b) It will
review the U.S. GSA “System for Award Management,” https://www.sam.gov, if
required by U.S. DOT regulations, 2 C.F.R. part 1200, and (c) It will include, and
require each of its Third Party Participants to include, a similar provision in each lower
tier covered transaction, ensuring that each lower tier Third Party Participant: 1 Will
comply with Federal debarment and suspension requirements, and 2 Reviews the
“System for Award Management” at https://www.sam.gov, if necessary to comply with
U.S. DOT regulations, 2 C.F.R. part 1200, and
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(b) If the Recipient suspends, debars, or takes any similar action against a Third-Party
Participant or individual, the Recipient will provide immediate written notice to the: (a)
FTA Regional Counsel for the Region in which the Recipient is located or implements
the Project, (b) FTA Project Manager if the Project is administered by an FTA
Headquarters Office, or (c) FTA Chief Counsel.
X. NOTICE TO FTA AND U.S. DOT INSPECTOR GENERAL OF INFORMATION RELATED
TO FRAUD, WASTE, ABUSE OR OTHER LEGAL MATTERS
Applies to all contracts and subcontracts exceeding $25,000. The prime contractor is
required to “flow down” this requirement to subcontractors.
a. If a current or prospective legal matter that may affect the Federal Government emerges,
the Recipient must promptly notify the FTA Chief Counsel and FTA Regional Counsel
for the Region in which the Recipient is located. The Recipient must include a similar
notification requirement in its Third Party Agreements and must require each Third Party
Participant to include an equivalent provision in its subagreements at every tier, for any
agreement that is a “covered transaction” according to 2 C.F.R. §§ 180.220 and
1200.220.
1. The types of legal matters that require notification include, but are not limited to, a
major dispute, breach, default, litigation, or naming the Federal Government as a
party to litigation or a legal disagreement in any forum for any reason.
2. Matters that may affect the Federal Government include, but are not limited to, the
Federal Government’s interests in the Award, the accompanying Underlying
Agreement, and any Amendments thereto, or the Federal Government’s
administration or enforcement of federal laws, regulations, and requirements.
3. Additional Notice to U.S. DOT Inspector General. The Recipient must promptly notify
the U.S. DOT Inspector General in addition to the FTA Chief Counsel or Regional
Counsel for the Region in which the Recipient is located, if the Recipient has
knowledge of potential fraud, waste, or abuse occurring on a Project receiving
assistance from FTA. The notification provision applies if a person has or may have
submitted a false claim under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C. § 3729, et seq., or
has or may have committed a criminal or civil violation of law pertaining to such
matters as fraud, conflict of interest, bid rigging, misappropriation or embezzlement,
bribery, gratuity, or similar misconduct involving federal assistance. This
responsibility occurs whether the Project is subject to this Agreement or another
agreement between the Recipient and FTA, or an agreement involving a principal,
officer, employee, agent, or Third Party Participant of the Recipient. It also applies
to subcontractors at any tier. Knowledge, as used in this paragraph, includes, but is
not limited to, knowledge of a criminal or civil investigation by a Federal, state, or
local law enforcement or other investigative agency, a criminal indictment or civil
complaint, or probable cause that could support a criminal indictment, or any other
credible information in the possession of the Recipient. In this paragraph, “promptly”
means to refer information without delay and without change. This notification
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provision applies to all divisions of the Recipient, including divisions tasked with law
enforcement or investigatory functions.
b. Federal Interest in Recovery. The Federal Government retains the right to a
proportionate share of any proceeds recovered from any third party, based on the
percentage of the federal share for the Underlying Agreement. Notwithstanding the
preceding sentence, the Recipient may return all liquidated damages it receives to its
Award Budget for its Underlying Agreement rather than return the federal share of those
liquidated damages to the Federal Government, provided that the Recipient receives
FTA’s prior written concurrence.
c. Enforcement. The Recipient must pursue its legal rights and remedies available under
any third party agreement or any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
XI. BYRD ANTI-LOBBYING AMENDMENT (31 U.S.C. 1352)
Applies to all contracts exceeding $100,000.
Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C. 1352). Contractor attests that it has filed
the required certification under the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment. Contractor
attests that it has certified that it will not and has not used Federal appropriated funds
to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an officer
or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee of Congress,
or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal
Contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Contractor further
attests that it has disclosed, and will continue to disclose, any lobbying with non-
Federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any Federal award.
If contract exceeds $100,000 the contractor is required to sign the attached
certification.
XII. BUILD AMERICA, BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS
Applies to contracts exceeding $150,000 (When tangible property of construction is
acquired.)
Build America – Construction materials used in the Project are subject to the domestic
preference requirement of the Build America, Buy America Act, Pub. L. 117-58, div. G, tit.
IX, §§70911 – 70927 (2021), as implemented by the U.S. Office of Management and
Budget, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and FTA. The Recipient acknowledges that
this agreement is neither a waiver of § 70914(a) nor a finding under § 70914(b).
Buy America – The domestic preference requirements of 49 U.S.C. § 5323(j), and FTA
regulations, “Buy America Requirements,” 49 CFR Part 661, to the extent consistent with
49 U.S.C. 5323(j) apply to this contract.
Uniform Administrative Requirements. Compliance with FTA’s Buy America requirements
shall be deemed to satisfy 2 CFR § 200.322, “Domestic Preference for Procurements”.
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Limitations on Certain Rolling Stock Procurements. The contractor will comply with the
limitations on certain rolling stock procurements at 49 U.S.C. § 5323(u).
If contract exceeds $150,000, the contractor is required to sign the attached certification,
except those subject to a general waiver.
XIII. CLEAN AIR AND FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT
Applies to all contracts exceeding $150,000.
Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q.) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (33
U.S.C. 1251-1387), as amended.
a. All parties agree to comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued
pursuant to the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution
Control Act as amended (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387). All parties shall report violations to the
Federal awarding agency and the Regional Office of the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA).
b. The Contractor agrees to report each violation to the City and understands and agrees
that the City will, in turn, report each violation as required to assure notification to the
Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the appropriate Environmental
Protection Agency Regional Office.
c. The Contractor agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding
$150,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal funds.
XIV. CARGO PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS
Applies to purchases of property suitable for shipment by ocean vessel.
Cargo Preference - Use of United States-Flag Vessels - The contractor agrees comply
with the shipping requirements of 46 U.S.C. § 55305, and U.S. Maritime Administration
regulations, “Cargo Preference – U.S.-Flag Vessels,” 46 CFR Part 381.
XV. FLY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS
Applies to property or persons transported by air between U.S. and foreign destinations, or
between foreign locations.
Fly America Requirements. The contractor agrees to air transportation requirements of
Section 5 of the International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices Act of 1974, as
amended, 49 U.S.C. § 40118, and U.S. General Services Administration (U.S. GSA)
regulations, “Use of United States Flag Air Carriers,” 41 C.F.R. §§ 301-10.131 – 301-10.143.
XVI. NONCONSTRUCTION EMPLOYEE PROTECTION (CONTRACT WORK HOURS AND
SAFETY STANDARDS ACT)
Applies to all turnkey, rolling stock and operational contracts (excluding contracts for
transportation services exceeding $100,000.
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The contractor agrees to comply and assures that each subcontractor will comply with all
federal laws, regulations, and requirements providing wage and hour protections for
nonconstruction employees, including Section 102 of the Contract Work Hours and Safety
Standards Act, as amended, 40 U.S.C. § 3702, and other relevant parts of that Act, 40
U.S.C. § 3701, et seq., and U.S. DOL regulations, “Labor Standards Provisions Applicable
to Contracts Covering Federally Financed and Assisted Construction (also Labor Standards
Provisions Applicable to Nonconstruction Contracts Subject to the Contract Work Hours and
Safety Standards Act),” 29 CFR Part 5.
XVII. TRANSIT EMPLOYEE PROTECTIVE ARRANGEMENTS
Applies to all Contracts for transit operations except micro-purchases.
(1) The Contractor agrees to comply with applicable transit employee protective
requirements as follows:
a) General Transit Employee Protective Requirements - To the extent that FTA
determines that transit operations are involved, the Contractor agrees to carry out
the transit operations work on the underlying contract in compliance with terms and
conditions determined by the U.S. Secretary of Labor to be fair and equitable to
protect the interests of employees employed under this contract and to meet the
employee protective requirements of 49 U.S.C. A 5333(b), and U.S. DOL guidelines
at 29 C.F.R. Part 215, and any amendments thereto. These terms and conditions
are identified in the letter of certification from the U.S. DOL to FTA applicable to the
ITP's project from which Federal assistance is provided to support work on the
underlying contract. The Contractor agrees to carry out that work in compliance with
the conditions stated in that U.S. DOL letters. The requirements of this subsection
(1), however, do not apply to any contract financed with Federal assistance provided
by FTA either for projects for elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities
authorized by 49 U.S.C. § 5310(a)(2), or for projects for nonurbanized areas
authorized by 49 U.S.C. § 5311. Alternate provisions for those projects are set forth
in subsections (b) and (c) of this clause.
b) Transit Employee Protective Requirements for Projects Authorized by 49 U.S.C.§
5310(a)(2) for Elderly Individuals and Individuals with Disabilities - If the contract
involves transit operations financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance
authorized by 49 U.S.C. § 5310(a)(2), and if the U.S. Secretary of Transportation
has determined or determines in the future that the employee protective
requirements of 49 U.S.C. § 5333(b) are necessary or appropriate for the state and
the public body subrecipient for which work is performed on the underlying contract,
the Contractor agrees to carry out the Project in compliance with the terms and
conditions determined by the U.S. Secretary of Labor to meet the requirements of
49 U.S.C. § 5333(b), U.S. DOL guidelines at 29 C.F.R. Part 215, and any
amendments thereto. These terms and conditions are identified in the U.S. DOL's
letter of certification to FTA, the date of which is set forth Grant Agreement or
Cooperative Agreement with the state. The Contractor agrees to perform transit
operations in connection with the underlying contract in compliance with the
conditions stated in that U.S. DOL letter.
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c) Transit Employee Protective Requirements for Projects Authorized by 49 U.S.C. §
5311 in Nonurbanized Areas - If the contract involves transit operations financed in
whole or in part with Federal assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. § 5311, the
Contractor agrees to comply with the terms and conditions of the Special Warranty
for the Nonurbanized Area Program agreed to by the U.S. Secretaries of
Transportation and Labor, dated May 31, 1979, and the procedures implemented by
U.S. DOL or any revision thereto.
(2) The Contractor also agrees to include the any applicable requirements in each
subcontract involving transit operations financed in whole or in part with Federal
assistance provided by FTA.
XVIII. CHARTER SERVICES
Applies to all contract for Operational Services except micro-purchases.
Charter Service Operations - The contractor agrees that neither it nor any Third-Party
Participant involved in the contract will engage in charter service, except as permitted under
federal transit laws, specifically 49 U.S.C. § 5323(d), (g), and (r), FTA regulations, “Charter
Service,” 49 CFR Part 604, any other federal Charter Service regulations, federal
requirements, or federal guidance from the provision of mass transportation.
XIX. SCHOOL BUS OPERATIONS
Applies to all contract for Operational Services except micro-purchases.
School Bus Operations - Recipient agrees that neither it nor any Third Party Participant
that is participating in its Award will engage in school bus operations exclusively for the
transportation of students or school personnel in competition with private school bus
operators, except as permitted by federal transit laws, 49 U.S.C. § 5323(f) or (g), FTA
regulations, “School Bus Operations,” 49 CFR Part 605, and any other applicable federal
“School Bus Operations” laws, regulations, requirements, or applicable federal guidance.
XX. DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING
Applies to all Operational Services contracts except micro-purchases.
Drug and Alcohol Testing
The contractor agrees to establish and implement a drug and alcohol testing program that
complies with 49 CFR Parts 653 and 654, produce any documentation necessary to
establish its compliance with Parts 653 and 654, and permit any authorized representative
of the United States Department of Transportation or its operating administrations, the State
Oversight Agency of (name of State), or the (insert name of grantee), to inspect the facilities
and records associated with the implementation of the drug and alcohol testing program as
required under 49 CFR Parts 653 and 654 and review the testing process. The contractor
agrees further to certify annually its compliance with Parts 653 and 654 before (insert date)
and to submit the Management Information System (MIS) reports before (insert date before
March 15) to (insert title and address of person responsible for receiving information). To
certify compliance the contractor shall use the "Substance Abuse Certifications" in the
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"Annual List of Certifications and Assurances for Federal Transit Administration Grants and
Cooperative Agreements," which is published annually in the Federal Register. The
Contractor agrees further to [Select a, b, or c] (a) submit before (insert date or upon request)
a copy of the Policy Statement developed to implement its drug and alcohol testing program;
OR (b) adopt (insert title of the Policy Statement the recipient wishes the contractor to use)
as its policy statement as required under 49 CFR 653 and 654; OR (c) submit for review
and approval before (insert date or upon request) a copy of its Policy Statement developed
to implement its drug and alcohol testing program. In addition, the contractor agrees to: (to
be determined by the recipient, but may address areas such as: the selection of the certified
laboratory, substance abuse professional, or Medical Review Officer, or the use of a
consortium).
XXI. PROMPT PAYMENT AND RETURN OF RETAINAGE
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
The contractor is required to pay its subcontractors performing work related to this
contract for satisfactory performance of that work no later than 30 days after the
contractor’s receipt of payment for that work from the City. In addition, the contractor
may not hold retainage from its subcontractors. The contractor must promptly notify
the City whenever a DBE subcontractor performing work related to this contract is
terminated or fails to complete its work and must make good faith efforts to engage
another DBE subcontractor to perform at least the same amount of work. The
contractor may not terminate any DBE subcontractor and perform that work through
its own forces or those of an affiliate without prior written consent of the City.
XXII. 6002 OF THE SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ACT (2 CFR 200.322)
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
Recovered Materials - All parties agree to comply with all applicable requirements of
Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act. The requirements of Section 6002 include procuring
only items designated in guidelines of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at
40 CFR part 247 that contain the highest percentage of recovered materials
practicable, consistent with maintaining a satisfactory level of competition, where the
purchase price of the item exceeds $10,000 or the value of the quantity acquired
during the preceding fiscal year exceeded $10,000; procuring solid waste
management services in a manner that maximizes energy and resource recovery; and
establishing an affirmative procurement program for procurement of recovered
materials identified in the EPA guidelines.
a. In the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall make maximum use of products
containing recovered materials that are EPA-designated items unless the product
cannot be acquired:
• Competitively within a timeframe providing for compliance with the contract
performance schedule;
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• Meeting contract performance requirements; or
• At a reasonable price.
b. Information about this requirement, along with the list of EPA-designated items, is
available at EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines web site:
https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program
XXIII. ADA ACCESS
Applies to contracts for rolling stock or facilities construction/renovation
1. The City must comply with 49 U.S.C. § 5332, which states the Federal policy that elderly
individuals and individuals with disabilities have the same right as other individuals to
use public transportation services and facilities, and that special efforts shall be made
in planning and designing those services and facilities to implement transportation
accessibility rights for elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities; all applicable
provisions of section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. §
794, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability; the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended; 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq., which requires
that accessible facilities and services be made available to individuals with disabilities;
and the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 4151 et seq., which
requires that buildings and public accommodations be accessible to individuals with
disabilities.
2. All deliverable items deliverable items provided by the contractor for the City under this
contract shall comply with the above-referenced laws as well as all other applicable
federal, state and local regulations and directives and any subsequent amendments
XXIV. ASSIGNABILITY
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
Neither the City nor the Contractor shall assign or transfer any of its rights or obligations
hereunder without the prior written consent of the other.
XXV. CITY OF FORT COLLINS BID PROTEST PROCEDURES
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
The City of Fort Collins has a protest procedure, covering any phase of solicitation or award,
including but not limited to specification or award. The protest procedures are available
from the Purchasing Department, City of Fort Collins, 215 N. Mason, Street, 2nd Floor, P.
O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO. 80522. You may also request a copy of the procedures by
emailing: Purchasing@fcgov.com or calling 970-221-6775.
XXVI. TITLE VI OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
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The sub-grantee, contractor, subcontractor, successor, transferee, and assignee shall
comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits recipients of federal
financial assistance from excluding from a program or activity, denying benefits of, or
otherwise discriminating against a person on the basis of race, color, or national origin (42
U.S.C. § 2000d et seq.), as implemented by the Department of the Treasury’s Title VI
regulations, 31 CFR Part 22, which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part
of this contract (or agreement). Title VI also includes protection to persons with “Limited
English Proficiency” in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance, 42
U.S.C. § 2000d et seq., as implemented by the Department of the Treasury’s Title VI
regulations, 31 CFR Part 22, and herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this
contract or agreement.
XXVII. INCREASING SEAT BELT USE IN THE UNITED STATES
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
Pursuant to Executive Order 13043, 62 FR 19217 (Apr. 18, 1997), the City encourages its
contractors to adopt and enforce on-the-job seat belt policies and programs for their
employees when operating company-owned, rented, or personally owned vehicles.
XXVIII. REDUCING TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
Pursuant to Executive Order 13513, 74 FR 51225 (Oct. 6, 2009), the City encourages its
employees, subrecipients, and contractors to adopt and enforce policies that ban text
messaging while driving, and the City has established workplace safety policies to decrease
accidents caused by distracted drivers.
XXIX. VETERANS EMPLOYMENT
Applies to all FTA-Assisted Third-Party Contracts and Subcontracts.
Veterans Employment. As provided by 49 U.S.C. § 5325(k):
To the extent practicable, the contractor agrees and assures that each of its
subcontractors:
1. Will give a hiring preference to veterans (as defined in 5 U.S.C. § 2108), who have the
skills and abilities required to perform construction work required under a third-party
contract in connection with a capital project supported with funds made available or
appropriated for 49 U.S.C. chapter 53, and
2. Will not require an employer to give a preference to any veteran over any equally
qualified applicant who is a member of any racial or ethnic minority, female, an
individual with a disability, or a former employee.
XXX. 6002 OF THE SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL ACT (2 CFR 200.322)
Applies to all contracts except micro-purchases.
Recovered Materials - All parties agree to comply with all applicable requirements of
Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource
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Conservation and Recovery Act. The requirements of Section 6002 include procuring
only items designated in guidelines of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at
40 CFR part 247 that contain the highest percentage of recovered materials
practicable, consistent with maintaining a satisfactory level of competition, where the
purchase price of the item exceeds $10,000 or the value of the quantity acquired
during the preceding fiscal year exceeded $10,000; procuring solid waste
management services in a manner that maximizes energy and resource recovery; and
establishing an affirmative procurement program for procurement of recovered
materials identified in the EPA guidelines.
c. In the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall make maximum use of products
containing recovered materials that are EPA-designated items unless the product
cannot be acquired:
• Competitively within a timeframe providing for compliance with the contract
performance schedule;
• Meeting contract performance requirements; or
• At a reasonable price.
d. Information about this requirement, along with the list of EPA-designated items, is
available at EPA’s Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines web site:
https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program