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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
1188 GROUP FITNESS PROGRAM FOR CITY EMPLOYEES
RFP DUE: 3:00 PM MT (Mountain Time), July 30, 2025
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified Service Providers to provide a group
exercise/training program for City employees to assist participants in reaching their short term
health and wellness goals.
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 July 17, 2025. Please format your e-mail to
include: RFP 10188 Group Fitness Program for City Employees 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):
948-73 Physical Fitness Programs
962-08 Athletic Training
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 Service Providers to comply with the City’s policy for equal employment
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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. Service Providers may
submit one (1) additional complete proposal clearly marked “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING.” In this
version of the proposal, Service Providers 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, Service Providers 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 receiving awards from
the City to submit IRS form W-9 and requires all Service Providers 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
a group exercise/training program for City employees to assist participants in reaching
their short term health and wellness goals.
The City would prefer to award to a single Service Provider but reserves the right to award
to multiple should it be determined to be in the City’s best interest.
B. Background
The City of Fort Collins, Human Resources Department, offers City employees access to
several types of group fitness programs to assist participants in reaching their short-term
health and wellness goals. Historically, this has included an hour long boot camp type
program and a 30 minute core focused class targeting muscular strength and endurance
of the body’s core. Both class types are held multiple times each week.
The City will provide administrative support to the selected Service Provider(s). This will
include but is not limited to participant rosters, invoice processing and marketing. The
City will assist with program registration and other items agreed to by the parties.
Programming will take place throughout the year, typically in 8-week sessions. Specific
dates and times will be determined once the Service Provider(s) is selected.
The awarded Service Provider(s) will be expected to facilitate their designated training
program(s) each session unless programs experience low enrollment, lack of City facility
availability, or other emergencies such as a global pandemic.
II. SCOPE OF PROPOSAL
A. Scope of Work
Service Providers should detail their training programs that conform in spirit to the City’s
historical programming while also providing information about other training programs that
would be beneficial for the City to consider. At a minimum, Service Provider’s proposed
programming must conform with the following:
1. Key objectives of the program: Service Provider will provide fitness instruction of
two program types:
• Total Body Interval Training (or comparable) is a group personal training/group
exercise program created to help participants reach their short- term health and
wellness goals. A functional training class designed to support adults of all fitness
levels. The ideal instructor will create high-energy sessions that blend strength
training, cardio intervals, and mobility work, with an emphasis on safety,
encouragement, and whole-person wellness. Program should include conducting
pre- and post-assessments, offering optional nutrition guidance, and helping
participants set and achieve measurable goals in a supportive, welcoming
environment.
• Core group exercise class is a short duration (30 minute) class focused on
muscular strength and endurance of the body’s core.
2. Services provided by Service Provider: Service Provider will instruct, direct, or
otherwise lead the Total Body Interval Training and Core classes at the City of Fort
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Collins, using certified instructors by nationally recognized group exercise certification
organizations such as IDEA Health and Fitness Organization, Athletics & Fitness
Association of America (AFAA), American Council on Exercise (ACE), or comparable.
Classes to be taught in person with the ability to stream classes so that participants
may attend virtually during times when in-person classes are not allowed.
3. Class Fees: The City will pay the Service Provider the total class cost for the Core
classes. The total cost of the Total Body Interval Training class will be split between
the City and the participants. The City will pay the Service Provider a set portion of the
Service Provider’s per participant or per class fee. The Service Provider will then
collect any remaining class fees from the participants and provide detailed registration
and attendance reports to the City.
4. Staffing: Service Provider should be able to provide a regularly scheduled instructor
and have at least two back up instructors to cover in case of illness or other absence
of regular instructor.
5. Schedule: Total Body Interval Training to be held 4 times per week, two early morning
classes and two evening classes, one hour in duration. Core to be held 3 times per
week over the noon hour, 30 minutes in duration.
6. Location: The City will provide indoor space and equipment needed for classes. On-
site classes are to be taught at 214 N. Howes Street. The City will not consider other
locations.
B. Program Deliverables
The goal of this collaborative program is to provide affordable, safe, and quality
programming to City employees. The selected Service Provider(s) will provide
quality programs with high customer satisfaction. This will be measured
by feedback collected from program participants through surveys conducted by the City.
C. Minimum Qualifications
All Service Providers must submit proof of certification in their proposal submission.
Selected Service Provider(s) are required to provide a minimum of $1,000,000.00
in general liability insurance. Workers' compensation and employer's liability insurance
(or waiver if applicable) is also required.
The City would prefer to partner with local Service Providers experienced with group
exercise programming in Northern Colorado.
D. 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: July 8, 2025
• Question deadline: 3:00 PM MT on July 17, 2025
• Final Addendum Issued: July 23, 2025
• Proposal due date: 3:00 PM MT on July 30, 2025
• Interviews (tentative): Early August 2025
• Award of Contract (tentative): August 2025
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E. 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.
The City may request a demo class session by the main instructor(s)
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.
F. 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.
G. 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).
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 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.
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 details regarding the programs your organization is capable of conducting for
the City. Include recommended class sizes and any minimum participant requirements
you may have.
2. For any recommended programs, please detail the number of staff members you
propose to be assigned to conduct each class.
3. Describe how your organization would manage these services and who would have
primary responsibility for its timely and professional completion.
4. Briefly describe the approach to execute the scope of work to include the methods and
assumptions used, and any exceptions and/or risks.
5. Describe the methods and timeline of communication your firm will use with the City’s
Project Manager and other parties.
6. Identify what portion of work, if any, may be subcontracted or outsourced to
subconsultants. Include all applicable information herein requested for each Service
Provider.
7. Are other qualified personnel available to teach classes in the event that the regular
instructor is not available?
D. Firm Capability and Assigned Personnel
Provide relevant information regarding previous experience related to this or similar
projects, to include the following:
1. Provide an Organization Chart/Proposed Project Team: An organization chart
containing the names of all key personnel and subconsultants with titles and their
specific task assignment for this Agreement shall be provided in this section.
2. Provide resumes for each professional and technical person to be assigned to the
project, including partners, subconsultants, and subcontractors. Please limit resumes
to one page.
3. A list of qualifications for your firm and qualifications and experience of the specific
staff members proposed to perform the services described above.
4. References. Provide a minimum of three similar programs you organization has led
in the last 5 years. Include the organization name, class type(s), contact name, email
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and phone number. 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.
5. 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. Cost and Work Hours
In your response to this proposal, please provide the following:
1. What is your recommended/proposed cost for each of the classes proposed? Rate
can be per class or per participant. The final rate will be negotiated with the selected
Service Provider(s).
F. 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.
G. 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.
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 objectives and
results/outcomes required by the project? Are
there any exceptions to the Scope of Work or
Agreement? Are other qualified personnel
available to teach if needed?
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WEIGHTING
FACTOR CATEGORY STANDARD QUESTIONS
3.0 Firm Capability &
Assigned Personnel
Does the firm have the resources, financial
strength, capacity and support capabilities
required to successfully provide the services?
Has the firm successfully completed previous
assignments of this type and scope? 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 to meet the requirements
of the Scope of Work?
2.0 Cost & Work Hours
Does the proposal included detailed cost break-
down for each cost element as applicable and
are the line-item costs competitive? Do the
proposed cost and work hours compare
favorably with the Project Manager's estimate
and historical rates? Are the work hours
presented reasonable for the effort required?
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V. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This form may not be redlined and must be submitted with your proposal. Failure to adhere
to these requirements may result in your proposal being rejected.
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 10188 Goup Fitness Program for City Employees
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. Service Providers may submit one (1) additional complete proposal
clearly marked “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING.” In this version of the proposal, Service
Providers 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, Service Providers 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:
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Name of Authorized Agent of Firm:
Signature of Authorized Agent:
Primary Contact for Project:
Title: Email Address:
Phone: Cell Phone:
NOTE: ACKNOWLEDGEMENT IS TO BE SIGNED & RETURNED WITH YOUR PROPOSAL.
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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(Year) (the Effective Date)
and shall continue in full force and effect until , 20(Year), 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:
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Attn:
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. 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.
8. Insurance. The Service Provider shall maintain insurance in accordance with Exhibit
[choose one] consisting of [# of Pages], attached and incorporated herein.
9. 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
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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.
10. 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 can be reached at
[Enter Email] or [Enter Phone]. The City Project Manager is subject to change by the City.
11. Independent Contractor. The Services to be performed by the Service Provider are 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.
12. 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.
13. 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
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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.
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. 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.
17. 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.
18. 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 attachment, the terms of the Agreement
shall prevail. Each person executing this Agreement affirms that they have the necessary
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authority to sign on behalf of their respective party and to bind such party to the terms of
this Agreement.
19. 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.
20. 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.
21. 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.
22. 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
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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.
23. 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
Governmental Immunity Act, C.R.S. § 24-10-101, and under any other applicable law.
24. Colorado Open Records Act. Service Provider acknowledges that the City is a governmental
entity subject to the Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-200, et seq. (CORA), and
documents in the City’s possession may be considered public records subject to disclosure
under the CORA. The parties agree that this Agreement and all incorporated Exhibits,
unless specifically marked as Confidential, are considered public records under the CORA.
25. 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.
26. 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.
27. 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), and
b. Exhibits to this Agreement.
28. 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
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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.