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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
10037 EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ADMINISTRAT OR
RFP DUE: 3:00 PM MT (Mountain Time), September 6, 2024
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified Service Providers to provide
administrative services for an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to be offered to approximately
1,900 employees and their family members. This will include providing confidential counseling,
assessment and referrals for individuals who may have substance-abuse, psychological, marital,
family, financial, legal and/or other personal problems.
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.
All questions should be submitted, in writing via email, to Beth Diven, Buyer II at
bdiven@fcgov.com, no later than 3:00 PM MT on August 26, 2024. Please format your e-mail
to include: RFP 10037 Employee Assistance Program Administrator 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):
952-38 Employee Assistance Programs
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.
Financial Services
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The City requires its Service Providers 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 Service Providers and their subcontractors/subconsultants at every tier.
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.
Service Providers Registration: The City requires new Service Providers/ Professionals
receiving awards from the City to submit IRS form W-9 and requires all Service Providers/
Professionals 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.
Utilization of Award by Other Agencies: The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to allow
other state and local governmental agencies, political subdivisions, and/or school districts to
utilize the resulting award under all terms and conditions specified and upon agreement by all
parties. Usage by any other entity shall not have a negative impact on the City of Fort Collins in
the current term or in any future terms.
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The selected Service Provider shall be required to sign the City’s Agreement prior to commencing
services (see sample attached to this document).
Sincerely,
Gerry Paul
Purchasing Director
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I. BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE / OVERVIEW
A. Objective
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified Service Providers to provide administrative services for an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to be offered to
approximately 1,900 employees and their family members. This will include providing
confidential counseling, assessment and referrals for individuals who may have substance-
abuse, psychological, marital, family, financial, legal and/or other personal problems. The
awarded Service Provider will begin program services effective January 1, 2025.
The City’s Benefits Consultant, HUB International, will be assisting the City during the
Request f or Proposal (RFP) process and throughout the term of the resulting Agreement.
Please note that the City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals, to waive
any technicalities or irregularities therein, to award contracts, or to withdraw the RFP without
awarding a contract.
The awarded Service Provider’s response to this RFP and any subsequent correspondence
related to this proposal process may be incorporated into the contract at the City’s discretion.
Under no circumstances are commissions related to the City’s program payable to anyone
in conjunction with this service.
B. Background
Over the last 20 years, the City’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has evolved into
a comprehensive support system that prioritizes the well-being and mental health of our
staff. Recognizing the diverse needs of our workforce, the EAP has been designed to offer
multiple avenues for support, ensuring that every employee has access to the resources
they need.
One of the key components of the City’s EAP is the weekly process groups, known as
"Listening Sessions," open to all staff. These sessions provide a safe and confidential environment where employees can share their experiences, seek advice, and receive
emotional support. This initiative has been instrumental in fostering a sense of community
and trust within the organization.
In addition to the Listening Sessions, the EAP also facilitates a monthly Employee
Resource Group (ERG) that serves as a platform for staff to discuss specific issues, share
resources, and offer peer support. This group is particularly valuable for employees
seeking ongoing, structured support.
Further enhancing the program, our EAP offers departmental crisis support tailored to the unique challenges faced by different teams within the organization. These sessions are
designed to address specific departmental needs and support in challenging situations.
The City’s EAP is known for being quick to action, collaborative, empathetic, and
understanding. The program's responsiveness and adaptability have made it a
cornerstone of the City’s commitment to employee well-being.
Since 2020, the utilization of the City’s EAP has shown steady engagement, reflecting the
program's relevance and importance to City staff. Utilization rates in recent years, based
on the percentage of total City staff, are as follows:
• 2020: 15.68%
• 2021: 17.21%
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• 2022: 14.34%
• 2023: 15.07%
These figures demonstrate consistent usage, underscoring the EAP's role in supporting
our employees through various challenges.
II. SCOPE OF PROPOSAL
A. Scope of Work
1. Primary Services
• Service Provider must have the ability to provide eight (8) 50-minute counseling
sessions per family member per problem per calendar year, to be provided within a
twenty (20) mile radius of the City of Fort Collins.
• The Employee Assistance Program must be available, by phone, twenty -four (24)
hours/day, seven (7) days/week. There must be a short response time to initial
phone calls. The Service Provider must have the resources to be able to schedule
an appointment f or a non-crisis situation such that the appointment date is within five
(5) business days of the request. If it is an emergency situation, the Service Provider
must have the resources to schedule an appointment such that the appointment
date is within twenty-four (24) hours of the request.
• Employees must have access to qualified therapists, alcohol/drug abuse programs,
financial and legal resources, support groups, etc. within our geographic area.
• Service Provider must have a system in place to provide effective follow-up with
employees and their dependents who have utilized the EAP to ensure that the
services provided were appropriate and effective.
• Enhanced services for police officers & firefighters.
2. Other Requirements
• Employee Education
− Provide EAP informational posters and brochures as needed;
− Provide articles for employee newsletter as requested, usually monthly; and
− Attend annual Health Fair in September/October
• Training: Act as a resource for training information and referrals.
• Reports: Provide quarterly reports with usage, statistical and demographic
information.
• Accessibility: Provide a dedicated account manager to provide Human Resources
with a single point of contact.
• Ability to contract outside of the network for special services/needs that are not
available by providers within the current network.
• Ability to add new counselors to the network. What is the process? What’s the
timeline?
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• Does the program offer optional one-off contracts for specialized counseling?
What types of other specialized counseling is available? What is that process?
What is the timeline and cost?
• On-site crisis counseling at City locations
• Work Performance Referrals
3. Additional Optional Services
• Service Providers should include in their proposal an option for providing additional
support options in the form of seminars or workshops f ocusing on different aspects
of personal wellbeing. Each session would be approximately one (1) hour. A
maximum of twelve (12) sessions per year will be made available.
If this additional option is chosen, the topics, times, and locations would be
established between the Service Provider and a City representative. The schedule
and materials directly provided by the EAP will be determined jointly by the Service
Provider and the City representative.
• The City is in need of offering a Career Counseling program for succession
planning purposes. Provide program information and costs if Service Provider
were to offer this Career Counseling to City employees. What are the credentials
for that specialized Counselor and would it be an additional fee? If so, please
specify additional costs.
B. 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: August 16, 2024
• Question deadline: 3:00 PM MT on August 26, 2024
• Final Addendum Issued: August 30, 2023
• Proposal due date: 3:00 PM MT on September 6, 2024
• Interviews (tentative): End of September 2024
• Award of Contract (tentative): Early October 2024
• Service Effective Date: January 1, 2025
C. Interviews
In addition to submitting a written proposal, the top-rated Service Providers 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.
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.
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D. Subcontractors/Subconsultants
Service Provider will be responsible for identifying any subcontractors and/or
subconsultants in their proposal. Please note that the City will contract solely with the
awarded Service Provider; therefore, subcontractors and/or subconsultants will be the
responsibility of the Service Provider.
E. Laws and Regulations
The Service Provider 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).
F. Invoicing and Payment
Invoices should be emailed monthly to invoices@fcgov.com with a copy to the Project
Manager. The cost of the work completed shall be paid to the Service Provider each month
following the submittal of a correct invoice by the Service Provider indicating at a minimum
the project name and Purchase Order number.
Payments will be made using the prices stated in the Agreement. In the event a service
is requested which is not stated in the Agreement, the Service Provider and the City will
negotiate an appropriate unit price for the service prior to the Service Provider initiating
such work.
The City pays invoices on Net 30 terms.
III. 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 Acknowledgement 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.
Service Providers 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 Service
Providers 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 Service
Providers 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.
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B. Service Provider Information
1. Describe the Service Provider’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.
7. Primary contact information for the company including contact name(s) and title(s),
mailing address(s), phone number(s), and email address(s).
C. 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, including training programs and other general topics. At a minimum
the following points should be addressed:
− Outline the telephonic access provided.
− Outline your ability to provide enhanced support to Police Officers &
Firefighters.
− Outline the child & elder care referral services (online self ‐search,
assisted search).
− Outline the legal services offered.
− Outline the financial services offered.
− Outline management resources & training.
− Outline employee education services.
− Outline Critical Incident Stress Debriefing services included.
− Outline utilization reporting available.
− Confirm the City would have a dedicated account manager as a single
point of contact.
− Counseling text support lead by professional moderators
− Work performance referrals
2. Describe your approach to customer service. (For example: Who receives the initial
phone call and how is it processed? If working with a supervisor, does the supervisor
call the EAP office or the therapist directly?)
3. Do you conduct routine customer satisfaction surveys? If yes, what are the results?
4. Describe how the City’s account would be managed and who would be the City’s
primary contact.
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5. Identify what portion of work, if any, may be subcontracted or outsourced to
subconsultants. Include details regarding services outsourced and each
subcontractor’s qualifications and experience..
6. Provide an outline of the schedule for onboarding the City with a go live date of January
1, 2025.
D. Firm Capability and Assigned Personnel
Provide relevant information regarding previous experience related to this or similar
projects, to include the following:
1. A list of qualifications for your firm and qualifications and experience of the key staff
members proposed to be assigned to the City’s account.
2. References. Provide a minimum of three similar projects, ideally 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, contact name, email and
phone number, subconsultants on the team and a brief description of the work . The
Service Provider 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.
3. Provide any information that distinguishes Service Provider from its competition and any additional information applicable to this RFP that might be valuable in assessing
Service Provider’s proposal.
E. Sustainability/TBL Methodology
In concise terms (no more than two pages), please describe your organization’s
commitment to sustainability and supporting values.
Each element of the TBL sustainability criteria will receive equal consideration in
determining the final Sustainability/TBL score.
1. Address how your firm strives to incorporate all three aspects (social,
environmental, and economic) of Triple Bottom Line (TBL) sustainable practices
into the workplace. Provide examples along with any metrics used to measure
success within your firm.
2. Also provide examples of how your firm has incorporated all three aspects of TBL
sustainable practices in previous similar projects on which your firm has been the
prime Service Provider.
Some examples are provided below:
a. Environmental – Experience delivering projects / programs focused on
environmental health priorities in the areas of climate resiliency, water quality
and watershed protection, regulatory performance, management systems,
air quality, renewable energy, sustainable building and design, construction
materials management, and solid waste reduction.
b. Economic – Experience working and delivering projects with an emphasis
on strategic financial planning, job creation, business development, asset
management, various project delivery methods, value engineering, regional
partnerships, transparency, stakeholder engagement, strategic investments,
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aging infrastructure, repurposing of existing facilities, and competing
financial priorities.
c. Social - Experience working and delivering projects, programs, and/or
initiatives that support Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion throughout your firm’s
workplace, including leadership, and supply chain. Examples of this may be
demonstration of working within cultural and language gaps, development of
diversity programs, diverse project teams, equitable opportunity vendor
supply chain, and how your firm has applied an equity lens to processes
such as recruitment, hiring, purchasing, career pathways, salaries, and staff
engagement.
F. Cost and Work Hours
In your response to this proposal, please provide the following:
• Cost per employee per month to cover the scope of services.
• Cost per session for training programs – if the City elects this additional optional
service.
• Cost per session for Career Counseling – if the City elects this additional optional
service.
• Referral services for child and elder care may not be needed. What is the cost per
employee per month without these services?
• Other services offered through your firm and the cost.
• Outline of the fee structure for a comprehensive EAP program that includes eight
(8) 50-minute counseling sessions per family member per problem per calendar
year.
G. Sample Agreement
Included with this request for proposals is a sample Agreement that the City intends to
use for obtaining the services of the Service Provider. The Service Provider is required to
review this Agreement and indicate any objections to the terms of the contract. If revisions
to the contractual terms are requested, provide suggested revisions.
H. Acknowledgement
The Acknowledgement form is attached as Section V. Complete the attached form
indicating the Service Provider hereby acknowledges receipt of the City of Fort Collins
Request for Proposal and acknowledges that the Service Provider has read and agrees
to be fully bound by all of the terms, conditions and other provisions set forth in the RFP.
IV. REVIEW AND ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
A. Proposal and Interview Criteria
Service Providers 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 Service Providers may be
conducted.
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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 Scope of Work, or agreement?
2.0 Firm Capability
Does the firm have the resources, capacity and
support capabilities required to successfully
provide all requested services? Has the firm
successfully completed previous projects of this
type and scope for other public entities?
3.0 Assigned Personnel
& Availability
Do the persons who will be working on the
project have the necessary skills and qualifications? Are sufficient people of the
requisite skills and qualifications available in the
Fort Collins area? Are the services available
during the requested time frames?
1.0 Sustainability/TBL
Methodology
Does the firm demonstrate a commitment to
Sustainability and incorporate Triple Bottom Line
methodology in both their Scope of Work for the project, and their day -to-day business operating
processes and procedures?
2.0 Cost
Does the proposal include detailed cost break -
down as requested? Are the line-item costs
competitive? Do the proposed costs compare
favorably with market and historical rates?
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V. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Service Provider 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 10037 Employee Assistance Program Administrator
and sample Agreement except as otherwise noted. Additionally, Service Provider 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
Service Provider’s knowledge and belief.
b. Service Provider 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. Service Provider further agrees that the method of award is acceptable.
e. Service Provider 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. Service Provider acknowledges receipt of addenda.
g. Service Provider acknowledges no conflict of interest.
h. Service Provider 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:
Phone:
Name of Authorized Agent of Firm:
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Signature of Authorized Agent:
Primary Contact for Project:
Title: Email Address:
Phone: Cell Phone:
NOTE: ACKNOWLEDGMENT IS TO BE SIGNED & RETURNED WITH YOUR PROPOSAL.
Official Purchasing Document
Last updated 5/2024
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VI. SAMPLE AGREEMENT (FOR REFERENCE ONLY – DO NOT SIGN )
SERVICES AGREEMENT
This SERVICES AGREEMENT (AGREEMENT) made and entered into the day and year
set forth in the Agreement Period section below by and between the CITY OF FORT COLLINS,
COLORADO, a Colorado Municipal Corporation, (CITY) and , a(n) [enter state] [business
type], (SERVICE PROVIDER).
WITNESSETH:
In consideration of the mutual covenants and obligations herein expressed, it is agreed by
and between the parties hereto as follows:
1. Scope of Services. The SERVICE PROVIDER agrees to provide Services in accordance
with the Scope of Services (Services) attached hereto as Exhibit A, consisting of [# of Pages]
and incorporated herein. Irrespective of references to named third parties in this
AGREEMENT and its Exhibits, the SERVICE PROVIDER shall be solely responsible for
performance of all duties hereunder.
2. Changes. The CITY may, at any time during the term of the AGREEMENT, make changes
to the AGREEMENT. Such changes shall be agreed upon in writing by the parties.
3. Agreement Period. This AGREEMENT shall commence , 20 (the Effective
Date) and shall continue in full force and effect until , 20 , unless sooner
terminated as herein provided. In addition, at the option of the CITY, the AGREEMENT may
be extended for additional one-year periods not to exceed [choose one] additional one-year
period(s). Renewals and pricing changes shall be negotiated by and agreed to by both
parties only at the time of renewal. Written notice of renewal shall be provided to the
SERVICE PROVIDER no later than thirty (30) days prior to AGREEMENT end.
4. Early Termination by CITY. Notwithstanding the time periods contained herein, the CITY
may terminate this AGREEMENT at any time without cause or penalty by providing at least
ten (10) calendar days written notice of termination to the SERVICE PROVIDER.
In the event of early termination by the CITY, the SERVICE PROVIDER shall be paid for
Services rendered to the date of termination, subject only to the satisfactory performance of
the SERVICE PROVIDER's obligations under this AGREEMENT. SERVICE PROVIDER
shall submit a final invoice within ten (10) calendar days of the effective date of termination.
Payment shall be the SERVICE PROVIDER's sole right and remedy for such termination.
5. Notices. All notices provided under this AGREEMENT shall be effective immediately when
emailed or three (3) business days from the date of the notice when mailed to the following
addresses:
SERVICE PROVIDER: CITY: Copy to:
Official Purchasing Document
Last updated 5/2024
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Attn:
Email Address
Attn:
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
Email Address
Attn: Purchasing Dept.
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
purchasing@fcgov.com
All notices under this AGREEMENT shall be written.
6. Compensation. In consideration of the Services to be performed pursuant to this
AGREEMENT, the CITY agrees to pay the SERVICE PROVIDER [on a time and
reimbursable direct cost basis] [a fixed fee in the amount of ???? ($????)] [a fixed fee in the
amount of ???? ($????) plus reimbursable direct costs, wherein all such fees and costs
shall not exceed ???? ($????)] in accordance with Exhibit [choose one], consisting of [# of
Pages], attached and incorporated herein. Monthly partial payments based upon the
SERVICE PROVIDER's billings and itemized statements are permissible. The amounts of
all such partial payments shall be based upon the SERVICE PROVIDER's CITY-verified
progress in completing the Services to be performed pursuant hereto and upon the CITY's
approval of the SERVICE PROVIDER's actual reimbursable expenses. Final payment shall
be made following acceptance by the CITY of the Services.
Invoices shall be emailed to invoices@fcgov.com with a copy to the CITY Project Manager.
The cost of the Services completed shall be paid to the SERVICE PROVIDER following the
submittal of a correct itemized invoice by the SERVICE PROVIDER. The CITY is exempt
from sales and use tax. The CITY’s Certificate of Exemption license number is
09804502. A copy of the license is available upon written request.
The CITY pays undisputed invoices on Net 30 days from the date of the invoice submittal
to the CITY or, for disputed invoices, Net 30 days from the date of CITY Project Manager’s
approval.
7. Design and Service Standards. The SERVICE PROVIDER warrants and shall be
responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, accessibility requirements under
ADA and Public Accommodations and Technology Accessibility sections below, timely
completion and the coordination of all Services rendered by the SERVICE PROVIDER, and
the Project Instruments as defined in the Project Instruments and License section below.
The SERVICE PROVIDER shall, without additional compensation, promptly remedy and
correct any errors, omissions, or other deficiencies from such standards.
8. Indemnification. The SERVICE PROVIDER shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the
CITY and its officers and employees, to the maximum extent permitted under Colorado law,
against and from any and all actions, suits, claims, demands, or liability of any character
whatsoever claimed by the SERVICE PROVIDER or third parties against the CITY arising
out of or related to this AGREEMENT (including but not limited to contract, tort, intellectual
property, accessibility, or otherwise). This obligation extends to reimbursement of the
CITY's defense costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.
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9. Insurance. The SERVICE PROVIDER shall maintain insurance in accordance with Exhibit
[choose one] consisting of [# of Pages], attached and incorporated herein.
10. Appropriation. To the extent this AGREEMENT or any provision in it. requires payment of
any nature in fiscal years subsequent to the current fiscal year and constitutes a multiple
fiscal year debt or financial obligation of the CITY, it shall be subject to annual appropriation
by Fort Collins City Council as required in Article V, Section 8(b) of the City Charter, City
Code Section 8-186, and Article X, Section 20 of the Colorado Constitution. The CITY shall
have no obligation to continue this AGREEMENT in any fiscal year for which there are no
pledged cash reserves or supporting appropriations pledged irrevocably for purposes of
payment obligations herein. Non-appropriation by the CITY shall not be construed as a
breach of this AGREEMENT.
11. Project Instruments and License.
a. Upon execution of this AGREEMENT, the SERVICE PROVIDER grants to the CITY an
irrevocable, unlimited and royalty free license to use any and all sketches, drawings, as-
builts, specifications, designs, blueprints, data files, calculations, studies, analysis,
renderings, models, plans, reports, and other deliverables (Project Instruments), in any
form whatsoever and in any medium expressed, for purposes of constructing, using,
maintaining, altering and adding to the project, provided that the CITY substantiall y
performs its obligations under the AGREEMENT. The license granted hereunder
permits the CITY and third parties reasonably authorized by the CITY to reproduce
applicable portions of the Project Instruments for use in performing the Services or
construction for the project. In addition, the license granted hereunder shall permit the
CITY and third parties reasonably authorized by the CITY to reproduce and use the
Project Instruments for similar projects, provided however, in such event the SERVICE
PROVIDER shall not be held responsible for the design to the extent the CITY deviates
from the Project Instruments. This license shall survive termination of the
AGREEMENT by default or otherwise.
12. CITY Project Manager. The CITY will designate, before commencement of the Services, the
CITY Project Manager who will make, within the scope of their authority, all necessary and
proper decisions with reference to the Services provided under this AGREEMENT. All
requests for contract interpretations, change order, and other clarification or instruction shall
be directed to the CITY Project Manager.
The initial CITY Project Manager for this AGREEMENT is [Enter Name] and c an be reached
at [Enter Email] or [Enter Phone]. The CITY Project Manager is subject to change by the
CITY.
13. Project Status Report. Project status reports may be required by Exhibit A – Scope of
Services and shall be submitted to the CITY Project Manager. Failure to provide any
required status report may result in the suspension of the processing of any invoice.
14. Independent Contractor. The Services to be performed by the SERVICE PROVIDER are
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those of an independent contractor and not of an employee of the CITY. The CITY shall not
be responsible for withholding or remitting any portion of SERVICE PROVIDER's
compensation hereunder or any other amounts on behalf of SERVICE PROVIDER for the
payment of FICA, Workmen's Compensation, unemployment insurance, other taxes or
benefits or for any other purpose.
15. Personal Services. It is understood that the CITY enters into the AGREEMENT based on
the special abilities of the SERVICE PROVIDER and that this AGREEMENT shall be
considered as an AGREEMENT for personal services. Accordingly, the SERVICE
PROVIDER shall neither assign any responsibilities nor delegate any duties arising under
the AGREEMENT without the prior written consent of the CITY.
16. Subcontractors/Subconsultants. SERVICE PROVIDER may not subcontract any of the
Services without the prior written consent of the CITY, which shall not be unreasonably
withheld. If any of the Services are subcontracted hereunder (with the consent of the CITY),
then the following provisions shall apply:
a. the subcontractor must be a reputable, qualified firm with an established record of
successful performance in its respective trade performing identical or substantially
similar work;
b. the subcontractor will be required to comply with all applicable terms of this
AGREEMENT;
c. the subcontract will not create any contractual relationship between any such
subcontractor and the CITY, nor will it obligate the CITY to pay or see to the payment of
any subcontractor; and
d. the work of the subcontractor will be subject to inspection by the CITY to the same extent
as the work of the SERVICE PROVIDER.
The SERVICE PROVIDER shall require all subcontractor/subconsultants performing
Service(s) hereunder to maintain insurance coverage naming the CITY as an additional
insured under this AGREEMENT in accordance with Exhibit [choose one]. The SERVICE
PROVIDER shall maintain a copy of each subcontractor’s/subconsultant’s certificate
evidencing the required insurance. Upon request, the SERVICE PROVIDER shall provide
the CITY with a copy of the certificate(s) within two (2) business days.
The SERVICE PROVIDER shall be responsible for any liability directly or indirectly arising
out of the Services performed under this AGREEMENT by a subcontractor/subconsultant,
which liability is not covered by the subcontractor/subconsultant's insurance.
17. Acceptance Not Waiver. The CITY's approval of Project Instruments furnished hereunder
shall not in any way relieve the SERVICE PROVIDER of responsibility for the quality or
technical accuracy of the Services. The CITY’S approval or acceptance of, or payment for
any of the Services shall not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights or benefits
provided to the CITY under this AGREEMENT.
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18. Warranty.
a. SERVICE PROVIDER warrants that all Services performed hereunder shall be
performed with the highest degree of competence and care in accordance with accepted
standards for Services of a similar nature.
19. Default. Each and every term and condition hereof shall be deemed to be a material element
of this AGREEMENT. In the event either party should fail or refuse to perform according to
the terms of this AGREEMENT, that party may be declared in default upon notice.
20. Remedies. In the event a party has been declared in default, that defaulting party shall be
allowed a period of ten (10) calendar days from the date of notice within which to cure said
default. In the event the default remains uncorrected, the party declaring default may elect
to:
a. terminate the AGREEMENT and seek damages;
b. treat the AGREEMENT as continuing and require specific performance; or
c. avail themselves of any other remedy at law or equity.
In the event of a dispute between the parties regarding this AGREEMENT, each party shall
bear its own attorney fees and costs, except as provided for in the Indemnification and
Technology Accessibility sections.
21. Entire Agreement; Binding Effect; Authority to Execute. This AGREEMENT, along with all
Exhibits and other documents incorporated herein, shall constitute the entire AGREEMENT
of the parties regarding this transaction and the matter recited herein. This AGREEMENT
supersedes any prior agreements, promises, or understandings as to the matter recited
herein. The AGREEMENT shall be binding upon said parties, their officers, employees,
agents and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the respective survivors, heirs, personal
representatives, successors and assigns of said parties. Covenants or representations not
contained in this AGREEMENT shall not be binding on the parties. In the event of a conflict
between terms of the AGREEMENT and any exhibit or attac hment, the terms of the
AGREEMENT shall prevail. Each person executing this AGREEMENT affirms that they
have the necessary authority to sign on behalf of their respective party and to bind such
party to the terms of this AGREEMENT.
22. Law/Severability. The laws of the State of Colorado and the City of Fort Collins Charter and
Municipal Code shall govern the construction, interpretation, execution, and enforcement of
this AGREEMENT—without regard to choice of law or conflict of law principles. The Parties
further agree that Larimer County District Court is the proper venue for all disputes. If the
CITY subsequently agrees in writing that the matter may be heard in federal court, venue
will be in U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado. In the event any provision of this
AGREEMENT shall be held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction,
that holding shall not invalidate or render unenforceable any other provision of this
AGREEMENT.
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23. Use by Other Agencies. The CITY reserves the right to allow other state and local
governmental agencies, political subdivisions, and/or school districts (collectively Agency)
to use the CITY’s award determination to the SERVICE PROVIDER. Use by any other
Agency shall not have a negative impact on the CITY in the current term or in any future
terms. Nothing herein shall be deemed to authorize or empower the Agency to act as an
agent for the CITY in connection with the exercise of any rights hereunder, and neither party
shall have any right or authority to assume or create any obligation or responsibility on behalf
of the other. The other Agency shall be solely responsible for any debts, liabilities, damages,
claims or expenses incurred in connection with any agreement established between them
and the SERVICE PROVIDER. The CITY’s concurrence hereunder is subject to the
SERVICE PROVIDER’s commitment that this authorization shall not have a negative impact
on the Services to be completed for the CITY.
24. Prohibition Against Unlawful Discrimination. The SERVICE PROVIDER acknowledges that
the CITY, 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); C.R.S. § 24-34-401, and any associated State or
Federal laws and regulations 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. Pursuant to CITY
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 SERVICE PROVIDER shall 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 at every tier.
25. ADA and Public Accommodations. In performing the Services required hereunder, the
SERVICE PROVIDER agrees to meet all requirements of the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990, C.R.S. § 24-85-101, and all applicable rules and regulations (ADA), and all
applicable Colorado public accommodation laws, which are imposed directly on the
SERVICE PROVIDER or which would be imposed on the CITY as a public entity.
26. Technology Accessibility . The SERVICE PROVIDER represents that the Project
Instruments hereunder, shall fully comply with all applicable provisions of C.R.S. §
24-85-101, and the Accessibility Standards for Individuals with a Disability, as established
by the State of Colorado Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) pursuant to
C.R.S. § 24-85-103 (2.5), including all updates and amendments to those standards as
provided by the OIT. The SERVICE PROVIDER shall also comply with all State of Colorado
technology standards related to technology accessibility and with Level AA of the most
current version of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), incorporated in the
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State of Colorado technology standards.
To confirm that the Project Instruments meet these standards, the SERVICE PROVIDER
may be required to demonstrate compliance. The SERVICE PROVIDER shall indemnify,
save, and hold harmless the CITY against any and all costs, expenses, claims, damages,
liability, court awards and other amounts (including attorneys’ fees and related costs)
incurred by the CITY in relation to the SERVICE PROVIDER’s failure to comply with C.R.S.
§ 24-85-101, or the Accessibility Standards for Individuals with a Disability as established
by OIT pursuant to C.R.S. § 24-85-103 (2.5).
The CITY may require the SERVICE PROVIDER’s compliance to the State’s Accessibility
Standards to be determined by a third party selected by the CITY to attest to the Project
Instruments and software compliance with C.R.S. § 24-85-101, and the Accessibility
Standards for Individuals with a Disability as established by OIT pursuant to C.R.S. §
24-85-103 (2.5).
27. Data Privacy. SERVICE PROVIDER will comply with all applicable data privacy regulations
and laws, specifically including Colorado’s Privacy Act, C.R.S § 6-1-1301 (the Privacy Act).
SERVICE PROVIDER shall ensure that each person processing any personal data
connected to the Services is subject to a duty of confidentiality with respect to the data. If
applicable, SERVICE PROVIDER shall require that any subcontractors meet the obligations
of SERVICE PROVIDER with respect to any personal data connected to this AGREEMENT.
The Parties agree that upon termination of the Services that SERVICE PROVIDER shall, at
the CITY’s choice, delete or return all personal data to the CITY unless retention of the
personal data is required by law. SERVICE PROVIDER shall make available to the CITY all
information necessary to demonstrate compliance with the obligations of the Privacy Act.
SERVICE PROVIDER shall allow for, and contribute to, reasonable audits and inspections
by the CITY or the CITY’s designated auditor.
28. Governmental Immunity Act. No term or condition of this AGREEMENT shall be construed
or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of any of the notices, requirements,
immunities, rights, benefits, protections, limitations of liability, and other provisions of the
Colorado Governm ental Immunity Act, C.R.S. § 24-10-101, and under any other applicable
law.
29. Colorado Open Records Act. The SERVICE PROVIDER acknowledges the CITY is a
governmental entity subject to the Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-201
(CORA), and documents in the CITY’s possession may be considered public records subject
to disclosure under the CORA.
30. Delay . Time is of the essence. Subject to Force Majeure , if the SERVICE PROVIDER is
temporarily delayed in whole or in part from performing its obligations, then the SERVICE
PROVIDER shall provide written notice to the CITY within two (2) business days defining
the nature of the delay. Provision of written notice under this Section shall not operate as a
waiver of any rights or benefits provided to the CITY under this AGREEMENT.
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31. Force Majeure. No Party hereto shall be considered in default in the performance of an
obligation hereunder to the extent that performance of such obligation is delayed, hindered,
or prevented by force majeure. Force majeure shall be any cause beyond the control of the
party that could not reasonably have been foreseen and guarded against. Force majeure
includes, but is not limited to, acts of God, fires, riots, pandemics, incendiarism, interference
by civil or military authorities, compliance with regulations or orders of military authorities,
and acts of war (declared or undeclared), provided such cause could not have been
reasonably foreseen and guarded against by the affected party. Force majeure shall not
include increases in labor, commodity, utility, material, supply, fuel, or energy costs, or
compliance with regulations or orders of civil authorities. To the extent that the performance
is actually prevented, the SERVICE PROVIDER must provide notice to the CITY of such
condition within ten (10) calendar days from the onset of such condition.
32. Special Provisions. Special provisions or conditions relating to the Services to be performed
pursuant to this AGREEMENT are set forth in Exhibit [choose one] - Confidentiality,
consisting of four (4) pages, incorporated herein.
33. Order of Precedence. In the event of a conflict or inconsistency within this AGREEMENT,
the conflict or inconsistency shall be resolved by giving preference to the documents in the
following order of priority:
a. The body of this AGREEMENT (and any written amendment),
b. Exhibits to this AGREEMENT, and
c. The Purchase Order document.
34. Prohibited Terms. Nothing in any Exhibit or other attachment shall be construed as a waiver
of any provision above. Any terms included in any Exhibit or other attachment that requires
the CITY to indemnify or hold SERVICE PROVIDER harmless; requires the CITY to agree
to binding arbitration; limits SERVICE PROVIDER’s liability; or that conflicts with statute,
City Charter or City Code in any way, shall be void.
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THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
By:
Gerry Paul, Purchasing Director
Date:
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
SERVICE PROVIDER
By:
Printed:
Title:
Date:
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
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BID SCHEDULE/ COMPENSATION
The following pricing shall remain fixed for the initial term of this AGREEMENT. Any applicable
price adjustments may only be negotiated and agreed to in writing at the time of renewal.
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INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
The SERVICE PROVIDER will provide, from insurance companies acceptable to the CITY, the
insurance coverage designated hereinafter and pay all costs. Before commencing work under
this bid, the SERVICE PROVIDER shall furnish the CITY with certificates of insurance showing
the type, amount, class of operations covered, effective dates and date of expiration of policies.
In case of the breach of any provision of the Insurance Requirements, the CITY, at its option, may
take out and maintain, at the expense of the SERVICE PROVIDER, insurance as the CITY may
deem proper and may deduct the cost of such insurance from any monies which may be due or
become due the SERVICE PROVIDER under this AGREEMENT.
Insurance certificates should show the certificate holder as follows:
City of Fort Collins
Purchasing Division
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
The CITY, its officers, agents and employees shall be named as additional insureds on the
SERVICE PROVIDER's general liability and automobile liability insurance policies by marking the appropriate box or adding a statement to this effect on the certificate, for any
claims arising out of work performed under this AGREEMENT.
Insurance coverages shall be as follows:
A. Workers' Compensation & Employer's Liability. The SERVICE PROVIDER shall maintain
Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability insurance during the life of this
AGREEMENT for all of the SERVICE PROVIDER's employees engaged in work performed
under this AGREEMENT. Workers' Compensation & Employer’s Liability insurance shall conform with statutory limits of $100,000 per accident, $500,000 disease aggregate, and
$100,000 disease each employee, or as required by Colorado law.
B. General Liability. The SERVICE PROVIDER shall maintain during the life of this
AGREEMENT General Liability insurance as will provide coverage for damage claims of
personal injury, including accidental death, as well as for claims for property damage, which
may arise directly or indirectly from the performance of work under this AGREEMENT.
Coverage for property damage shall be on a (broad form) basis. The amount of insurance for
General Liability shall not be less than $1,000,000 combined single limits for bodily injury and
property damage.
C. Errors and Omissions. The SERVICE PROVIDER shall maintain errors and omissions
insurance in the amount of $1,000,000.
D. Cybersecurity . The SERVICE PROVIDER shall maintain cybersecurity insurance in the
amount of $5,000,000.
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EXHIBIT [CHOOSE ONE]
CONFIDENTIALITY
IN CONNECTION WITH THE SERVICES to be provided by SERVICE PROVIDER under
this AGREEMENT, the parties agree to comply with reasonable policies and procedures with
regard to the exchange and handling of confidential information and other sensitive materials
between the parties, as set forth below.
1. Definitions.
For purposes of this AGREEMENT, the party who owns the referenced information and is
disclosing same shall be referenced as the “Disclosing Party.” The party receiving the
Disclosing Party’s information shall be referenced as the “Receiving Party.”
2. Confidential Information.
Confidential Information controlled by this AGREEMENT refers to information that is not public
and/or is proprietary, including but not limited to location information, network security system,
business plans, formulae, processes, intellectual property, trade secrets, designs,
photographs, plans, drawings, schematics, methods, specifications, samples, reports,
mechanical and electronic design drawings, customer lists, financial information, studies,
findings, inventions, ideas, CITY customer identifiable information (including account,
address, billing, consumption, contact, and other customer data), utility metering data, service
billing records, customer equipment information.
To the extent practical, Confidential Information shall be marked “Confidential” or
“Proprietary.” Nevertheless, SERVICE PROVIDER shall treat as Confidential Information all
customer identifiable information in any form, whether or not bearing a mark of confidentiality
or otherwise requested by the CITY, including but not limited to the non-exclusive list of
Confidential Information above. In the case of disclosure in non-documentary form of non-
customer identifiable information, made orally or by visual inspection, the Disclosing Party shall have the right, or, if requested by the Receiving Party, the obligation to confirm in writing
the fact and general nature of each disclosure within a reasonable time after it is made in
order that it is treated as Confidential Information. Any information disclosed to the other party
before the execution of this AGREEMENT and related to the services for which SERVICE
PROVIDER has been engaged shall be considered in the same manner and be subject to the
same treatment as the information disclosed after the execution of this AGREEMENT with
regard to protecting it as Confidential Information.
3. Use of Confidential Information.
Receiving Party hereby agrees that it shall use the Confidential Information solely for the
purpose of performing its obligations under this AGREEMENT and not in any way detrimental
to Disclosing Party. Receiving Party agrees to use the same degree of care Receiving Party
uses with respect to its own proprietary or confidential information, which in any event shall
result in a reasonable standard of care to prevent unauthorized use or disclosure of the
Confidential Information. Except as otherwise provided herein, Receiving Party shall keep
confidential and not disclose the Confidential Information. The CITY and SERVICE
PROVIDER shall cause each of their directors, officers, employees, agents, representatives,
and subcontractors to become familiar with, and abide by, the terms of this Exhibit, which shall
survive this AGREEMENT as an on-going obligation of the Parties.
SERVICE PROVIDER shall not use such information to obtain any economic or other benefit
for itself, or any third party, other than in the performance of obligations under this
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AGREEMENT.
4. Exclusions from Definition.
The term “Confidential Information” as used herein does not include any data or information
which is already known to the Receiving Party or which before being divulged by the
Disclosing Party : (a) was generally known to the public through no wrongful act of the
Receiving Party; (b) has been rightfully received by the Receiving Party from a third party
without restriction on disclosure and without, to the knowledge of the Receiving Party, a
breach of an obligation of confidentiality; (c) has been approved f or release by a written
authorization by the other party hereto; or (d) has been disclosed pursuant to a requirement
of a governmental agency or by operation of law, subject to Paragraph 5 below.
5. Required Disclosure.
Notwithstanding Paragraph 4(d) above, if the Receiving Party receives a request (by
interrogatories, requests for information or documents, subpoena, civil investigative demand
or similar process, or by federal, state, or local law, including without limitation, the Colorado
Open Records Act) to disclose any Confidential Information, the Parties agree the Receiving
Party will provide the Disclosing Party with immediate notice of such request, so the Disclosing
Party may seek an appropriate protective order before disclosure or waive the Receiving
Party’s compliance with this Exhibit.
The Receiving Party shall furnish a copy of this Exhibit with any disclosure.
Notwithstanding this Paragraph 5, Receiving Party shall not disclose Confidential Information
to any person, directly or indirectly, nor use it in any way, except as required by law or
authorized in writing by Disclosing Party.
6. Red Flags Rules.
If applicable, SERVICE PROVIDER must implement reasonable policies and procedures to
detect, prevent and mitigate the risk of identity theft in compliance with the Identity Theft Red Flags Rules found at 16 Code of Federal Regulations part 681. Further, SERVICE
PROVIDER must take appropriate steps to mitigate identity theft if it occurs with any of the
CITY’s covered information and must notify the CITY in writing within twenty -four (24) hours
of discovery of any breaches of security or Red Flags to the CITY.
7. Data Protection and Data Security.
SERVICE PROVIDER shall have in place information security safeguards designed to
conform to or exceed industry best practices regarding the protection of the confidentiality,
integrity and availability of Confidential Information and shall have written agreements requiring any subcontractor to meet those standards. These information security safeguards
(the “Information Security Program”) shall be materially consistent with, or more stringent than,
the safeguards described in this Exhibit.
(a) SERVICE PROVIDER’s information security safeguards shall address the following
elements:
• Data Storage, Backups and Disposal
• Logical Access Control (e.g., Role-Based)
• Information Classification and Handling
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• Secure Data Transfer (SFTP and Data Transfer Specification)
• Secure Web Communications
• Network and Security Monitoring
• Application Development Security
• Application Security Controls and Procedures (User Authentication, Security
Controls, and Security Procedures, Policies and Logging)
• Incident Response
• Vulnerability Assessments
• Hosted Services
• Personnel Security
(b) Subcontractors. SERVICE PROVIDER may use subcontractors, though such activity shall
not release or absolve SERVICE PROVIDER from the obligation to satisfy all conditions
of this AGREEMENT, including the data security measures described in this Exhibit, and
to require a substantially similar level of data security, appropriate to the types of services
provided and Confidential Information received, for any subcontractor SERVICE
PROVIDER may use. Accordingly, any release of data, confidential information, or failure
to protect information under this AGREEMENT by a subcontractor or affiliated party shall be attributed to SERVICE PROVIDER and may be considered to be a material breach of
this AGREEMENT.
8. Information Storage. Confidential Information is not to be stored on any local workstation,
laptop, or media such as CD/DVD, USB drives, external hard drives or other similar portable
devices unless the SERVICE PROVIDER can ensure security for the Confidential Information
so stored. Workstations or laptops to be used in the Services will be required to have personal
firewalls on each, as well as have current, active anti-virus definitions.
9. Continuing Obligation. The agreement not to disclose Confidential Information as set forth in this Exhibit shall apply during the term of the Services and or AGREEMENT and at any time
thereafter unless specifically authorized by the CITY in writing.
10. Termination Remedy. If SERVICE PROVIDER breaches any of the terms of this Exhibit, in
the CITY’s sole discretion, the CITY may immediately terminate this AGREEMENT and
withdraw SERVICE PROVIDER’s right to access Confidential Information.
11. Return of Information. Notwithstanding any other provision of this AGREEMENT to provide
Project Instruments and work product, all material, i.e., various physical forms of media in which Confidential Information is stored, including but not limited to writings, drawings, tapes,
diskettes, prototypes or products, shall remain the sole property of the Disclosing Party and,
upon request, shall be promptly returned, together with all copies thereof to the Disclosing
Party. Upon return of such materials, all digital and electronic data shall also be deleted in a
non-restorable way by which it is no longer available to the Receiving Party. Upon Disclosing
Party’s request, written verification of the deletion (including date of deletion) is to be provided
to the Disclosing Party within ten (10) days after completion of engagement, whether it be via
termination, completion or otherwise.
12. Injunctive Relief. SERVICE PROVIDER Receiving Party acknowledges that the Disclosing
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Party may, based upon the representations made in this AGREEMENT, disclose security
information that is critical to the continued success of the Discloser’s business. Accordingly,
Receiving Party agrees that the Disclosing Party does not have an adequate remedy at law
for breach of this AGREEMENT and therefore, the Disclosing Party shall be entitled, as a non-
exclusive remedy, and in addition to an action f or damages, to seek and obtain an injunction
or decree of specific performance or any other remedy, from a court of competent jurisdiction
to enjoin or remedy any violation of this AGREEMENT.
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HIPAA BUSINESS ASSOCIATE AGREEMENT
This Business Associate Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into on this date of (the
"Effective Date"), by and between City of Fort Collins ("Covered Entity") and ("Business
Associate").
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, Covered Entity and Business Associate mutually desire to outline their
individual responsibilities with respect to the use and/or disclosure of Protected Health Information
("PHI") as mandated by the Privacy Rule promulgated under the Administrative Simplifications
subtitle of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 ("HIPAA") including all
pertinent regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as outlined
in 45 C.F.R. Parts 160, 162 and 164; (“HIPAA Privacy Rules and/or Security Standards ”)and
WHEREAS, Covered Entity and Business Associate understand and agree that the HIPAA
Privacy Rules and Security Standards requires the Covered Entity and Business Associate enter
into a Business Associate Agreement which shall govern the use and/or disclosure of PHI and
the security of PHI and ePHI.
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree as follows:
Article I. Definitions. When used in this Agreement and capitalized, the following terms have
the following meanings:
Section 1.01 "Breach" shall mean the unauthorized acquisition, access, use, or
disclosure of PHI which comprises the security or privacy of such
information. However, the term 'breach' shall not include (1) any
unintentional acquisition, access, or use of PHI by an employee or
individual acting under the authority of a covered entity or business
associate if such acquisition, access, or use was made in good faith
and within the course and scope of the employment or other
professional relationship of such employee or individual, respectively,
with the covered entity or business associate; and such information is
not further acquired, accessed, used, or disclosed by any person; or (2)
any inadvertent disclosure from an individual who is otherwise
authorized to access protected health information at a facility operated
by a covered entity or business associate to another similarly situated
individual at same facility; and (3) any such information received as a
result of such disclosure is not further acquired, accessed, used, or
disclosed without authorization by any person.
Section 1.02 "Electronic Protected Health Information" or “ePHI” shall mean
Protected Health Information transmitted by electronic media or
maintained in electronic media.
Section 1.03 "Individual" shall have the same meaning as the term "Individual" in 45
C.F.R. §164.501 and shall include a person who qualifies as a personal
representative in accordance with 45 C.F.R. §164.502(g).
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Section 1.04 "Privacy Rule" shall mean the Standards for Privacy of Individual
Identifiable Health Information as set forth at 45 C.F.R. Parts 160 and
164 Subparts A and E.
Section 1.05 "Protected Health Information" or "PHI" shall have the same meaning
as the term "protected health information" in 45 C.F.R. § 164.501,
limited to the information created or received by Business Associate
from or on behalf of Covered Entity.
Section 1.06 "Required by Law" shall have the same meaning as the term "required
by law" in 45 C.F.R. § 164.501.
Section 1.07 "Secretary" shall mean the Secretary of the Department of Health and
Human Services or his or her designee.
Section 1.08 “Security Incident” shall mean any attempted or successful
unauthorized access, use, disclosure, modification or destruction of
information or systems operations in an electronic information system.
Section 1.09 “Security Rule” shall mean the Standards for Security of PHI, including
ePHI, as set forth at 45 C.F.R. Parts 160 and 164 Subpart C.
Section 1.10 “Unsecured Protected Health Information” shall mean protected health
information that is not rendered unusable, unreadable, or
indecipherable to unauthorized individuals through the use of a
technology or methodology specified by the Secretary .
Terms used but not defined in this Agreement shall have the same meaning as those
terms in the HIPAA regulations.
Article II. Obligations and Activities of Business Associate Regarding PHI.
Section 2.01 Business Associate agrees to not use or further disclose PHI other than
as permitted or required by this Agreement or as Required by Law.
Section 2.02 Business Associate agrees to use appropriate safeguards to prevent
use or disclosure of the PHI other than as provided for by this
Agreement.
Section 2.03 Business Associate agrees to ensure that any agents, including sub-
contractors (excluding entities that are merely conduits), to whom it
provides PHI agree to the same restrictions and conditions that apply
to Business Associate with respect to such information.
Section 2.04 Business Associate agrees to provide access, at the request of
Covered Entity, and in a reasonable time and manner designated by
Covered Entity, to PHI in a Designated Record Set that is not also in
Covered Entity's possession, to Covered Entity in order for Covered
Entity to meet the requirements under 45 C.F.R. § 164.524.
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Section 2.05 Business Associate agrees to make any amendment to PHI in a
Designated Record Set that the Covered Entity directs or agrees to
pursuant to 45 C.F.R. § 164.526 in a reasonable time and manner
designated by Covered Entity.
Section 2.06 Business Associate agrees to make internal practices books and
records relating to the use and disclosure of PHI available to the
Secretary, in a reasonable time and manner as designated by the
Covered Entity or Secretary, for purposes of the Secretary determining
Covered Entity's compliance with the Privacy Rule. Business Associate
shall immediately notify Covered Entity upon receipt or notice of any
request by the Secretary to conduct an investigation with respect to PHI
received from the Covered Entity.
Section 2.07 Business Associate agrees to document any disclosures of PHI that are
not excepted under 45 C.F.R. § 164.528(a)(1) as would be required for
Covered Entity to respond to a request by an Individual for an
accounting of disclosures of PHI in accordance with 45 C.F.R.
§ 164.528.
Section 2.08 Business Associate agrees to provide to Covered Entity or an
Individual, in a time and manner designated by Covered Entity,
information collected in accordance with paragraph (g) above, to permit
Covered Entity to respond to a request by an Individual for an
accounting of disclosures of PHI in accordance with 45 C.F.R.
§ 164.528.
Section 2.09 Business Associate agrees to use or disclose PHI pursuant to the
request of Covered Entity; provided, however, that Covered Entity shall
not request Business Associate to use or disclose PHI in any manner
that would not be permissible under the Privacy Rule if done by
Covered Entity.
Article III. Permitted Uses and Disclosures of PHI by Business Associate.
Section 3.01 Business Associate may use or disclose PHI to perform functions,
activities or services for, or on behalf of, Covered Entity provided that
such use or disclosure would not violate the Privacy Rule if done by
Covered Entity.
Section 3.02 Business Associate may use PHI for the proper management and
administration of Business Associate and to carry out the legal
responsibilities of Business Associate.
Section 3.03 Business Associate may disclose PHI for the proper management and
administration of Business Associate and to carry out the legal
responsibilities of Business Associate if:
(i) such disclosure is Required by Law, or
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(ii) Business Associate obtains reasonable assurances from the person
to whom the information is disclosed that such information will remain
confidential and used or further disclosed only as Required by Law or
for the purposes for which it was disclosed to the person, and the
person agrees to notify Business Associate of any instances of which it
is aware that the confidentiality of the information has been breached.
Section 3.04 Business Associate shall limit the PHI to the extent practicable, to the
limited data set or if needed by the Business Associate, to the minimum
necessary to accomplish the intended purpose of such use, disclosure
or request subject to exceptions set forth in the Privacy Rule.
Section 3.05 Business Associate may use PHI to provide Data Aggregation services
to Covered Entity as permitted by 42 C.F.R. § 164.504(e)(2)(i)(B).
Article IV. Obligations of Covered Entity Regarding PHI.
Section 4.01 Covered Entity shall provide Business Associate with the notice of
privacy practices that Covered Entity produces in accordance with 45
C.F.R. § 164.520, as well as any changes to such notice.
Section 4.02 Covered Entity shall provide Business Associate with any changes in,
or revocation of, authorization by an Individual to use or disclose PHI,
if such changes affect Business Associate's permitted or required uses
and disclosures.
Section 4.03 Covered Entity shall notify Business Associate of any restriction to the
use or disclosure of PHI that Covered Entity has agreed to in
accordance with 45 C.F.R. § 164.522, if such restrictions affect
Business Associate's permitted or required uses and disclosures.
Section 4.04 Covered Entity shall require all of its employees, agents and
representatives to be appropriately informed of its legal obligations
pursuant to this Agreement and the Privacy Rule and Security
Standards required by HIPAA and will reasonably cooperate with
Business Associate in the performance of the mutual obligations under
this Agreement.
Article V. Security of Protected Health Information.
Section 5.01 Business Associate has implemented policies and procedures to
ensure that its receipt, maintenance, or transmission of all protected
health information (“PHI”), either electronic or otherwise, on behalf of
Covered Entity complies with the applicable administrative, physical,
and technical safeguards required protecting the confidentiality,
availability and integrity of PHI as required by the HIPAA Privacy Rules
and Security Standards.
Section 5.02 Business Associate agrees that it will ensure that agents or
subcontractors agree to implement the applicable administrative,
physical, and technical safeguards required to protect the
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confidentiality, availability and integrity of PHI as required by HIPAA
Privacy Rules and Security Standards.
Section 5.03 Business Associate agrees to report to Covered Entity any Security
Incident (as defined 45 C.F.R. Part 164.304) of which it becomes
aware. Business Associate agrees to report the Security Incident to
the Covered Entity as soon as reasonably practicable, but not later than
10 business days from the date the Business Associate becomes
aware of the incident.
Section 5.04 Business Associate agrees to establish procedures to mitigate, to the
extent possible, any harmful effect that is known to Business Associate
of a use or disclosure of PHI by Business Associate in violation of this
Agreement.
Section 5.05 Business Associate agrees to immediately notify Covered Entity upon
discovery of any Breach of Unsecured Protected Health Information (as
defined in 45 C.F.R. §§ 164.402 and 164.410) and provide to Covered
Entity, to the extent available to Business Associate, all information
required to permit Covered Entity to comply with the requirements of 45
C.F.R. Part 164 Subpart D.
Section 5.06 Covered Entity agrees and understands that the Covered Entity is
independently responsible for the security of all PHI in its possession
(electronic or otherwise), including all PHI that it receives from outside
sources including the Business Associate.
Article VI. Term and Termination.
Section 6.01 Term. This Agreement shall be effective as of the Effective Date and
shall remain in effect until the Business Associate relationship with the
Covered Entity is terminated and all PHI is returned, destroyed or is
otherwise protected as set forth in Section 7(d).
Section 6.02 Termination for Cause by Covered Entity. Covered Entity may
terminate its contract(s) or business association with Business
Associate if Covered Entity determines that Business Associate has
violated a material term of the contract, to include this Agreement.
Section 6.03 Termination by Business Associate. This Agreement may be
terminated by Business Associate upon 30 days prior written notice to
Covered Entity in the event that Business Associate, acting in good
faith, believes that the requirements of any law, legislation, consent
decree, judicial action, governmental regulation or agency opinion,
enacted, issued, or otherwise effective after the date of this Agreement
and applicable to PHI or to this Agreement, cannot be met by Business
Associate in a commercially reasonable manner and without significant
additional expense.
Section 6.04 Effect of Termination. Upon termination of this Agreement for any
reason, at the request of Covered Entity, Business Associate shall
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return or destroy all PHI received from Covered Entity, or created or
received by Business Associate on behalf of Covered Entity. Business
Associate shall not retain any copies of the PHI unless necessary for
proper document retention/archival purposes only or if such PHI is
stored as a result of backup email systems that store emails for
emergency backup purposes. If the return or destruction of PHI is
infeasible, Business Associate shall extend the protections of this
Agreement to such PHI and limit further uses and disclosures of such
PHI to those purposes that make the return or destruction infeasible,
for so long as Business Associate maintains such PHI.
Article VII. Amendment.
The parties may agree to amend this Agreement from time to time in any other respect
that they deem appropriate. This Agreement shall not be amended except by written
instrument executed by the parties.
Article VIII. Severability .
The parties intend this Agreement to be enforced as written. However, (i) if any portion
or provision of this Agreement will to any extent be declared illegal or unenforceable
by a duly authorized court having jurisdiction, then the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such portion or provision in circumstances other than those as to
which it is so declared illegal or unenforceable, will not be affected thereby, and each
portion and provision of this Agreement will be valid and enforceable to the fullest
extent permitted by law; and (ii) if any provision, or part thereof, is held to be
unenforceable because of the duration of such provision, the Covered Entity and the
Business Associate agree that the court making such determination will have the
power to modify such provision, and such modified provision will then be enforceable
to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Article IX. Notices.
All notices, requests, consents and other communications hereunder will be in writing,
will be addressed to the receiving party's address set forth below or to such other
address as a party may designate by notice hereunder, and will be either (i) delivered
by hand, (ii) made facsimile transmission, (iii) sent by overnight courier, or (iv) sent by
registered mail or certified mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid.
If to the Covered Entity:
Copy :
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If to the Business Associate:
Article X. Regulatory References.
A reference in this Agreement to a section in the Privacy Rule means the referenced
section or its successor, and for which compliance is required.
Article XI. Headings and Captions.
The headings and captions of the various subdivisions of the Agreement are for
convenience of reference only and will in no way modify or affect the meaning or
construction of any of the terms or provisions hereof.
Article XII. Entire Agreement.
This Agreement sets forth the entire understanding of the parties with respect to the
subject matter set forth herein and supersedes all prior agreements, arrangements
and communications, whether oral or written, pertaining to the subject matter hereof.
Article XIII. Binding Effect.
The provisions of this Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit
of both Parties and their respective successors and assigns.
Article XIV.No Waiver of Rights, Powers and Remedies.
No failure or delay by a party hereto in exercising any right, power or remedy under
this Agreement, and no course of dealing between the parties hereto, will operate as
a waiver of any such right, power or remedy of the party. No single or partial exercise
of any right, power or remedy under this Agreement by a party hereto, nor any
abandonment or discontinuance of steps to enforce any such right, power or remedy,
will preclude such party from any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of
any other right, power or remedy hereunder. The election of any remedy by a party hereto will not constitute a waiver of the right of such party to pursue other available
remedies. No notice to or demand on a party not expressly required under this
Agreement will entitle the party receiving such notice or demand to any other or further
notice or demand in similar or other circumstances or constitute a waiver of the right
of the party giving such notice or demand to any other or further action in any
circumstances without such notice or demand. The terms and provisions of this
Agreement may be waived, or consent for the departure therefrom granted, only by
written document executed by the party entitled to the benefits of such terms or
provisions. No such waiver or consent will be deemed to be or will constitute a waiver
or consent with respect to any other terms or provisions of this Agreement, whether or
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not similar. Each such waiver or consent will be effective only in the specific instance
and for the purpose for which it was given, and will not constitute a continuing waiver
or consent.
Article XV. Governing Law.
This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of
the State of Colorado.
Article XVI.Interpretation.
It is the Parties' intent to comply strictly with all applicable laws, including without
limitation, HIPAA, state statutes, or regulations (collectively, the "Regulatory Laws"),
in connection with this Agreement. In the event there shall be a change in the
Regulatory Laws, or in the reasoned interpretation of any of the Regulatory Laws or
the adoption of new federal or state legislation, any of which are reasonably likely to
materially and adversely affect the manner in which either Party may perform or be
compensated under this Agreement or which shall make this Agreement unlawful, the
Parties shall immediately enter into good faith negotiations regarding a new
arrangement or basis for compensation pursuant to this Agreement that complies with
the law, regulation or policy and that approximates as closely as possible the economic
position of the Parties prior to the change. In addition, the Parties hereto have negotiated and prepared the terms of this Agreement in good faith with the intent that
each and every one or the terms, covenants and conditions herein be binding upon
and inure to the benefit of the respective Parties. To the extent this Agreement is in
violation of applicable law, then the Parties agree to negotiate in good faith to amend
this Agreement, to the extent possible consistent with its purposes, to conform to law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Business Associate Agreement as
of the Effective Date.