HomeMy WebLinkAbout109881 DICKINSON ELECTRIC - CONTRACT - BID - 5750 TENNIS COURT LIGHTING AT MARTINEZ PARKSERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into the day and year set forth below by and
between THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, a Municipal Corporation, hereinafter
referred to as the "City" and Dickinson Electric, Inc. hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider".
W ITNESSETH:
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 attached hereto as Exhibit "A", consisting of eight (8)
pages, and incorporated herein by this reference.
2. Time of Commencement and Completion of Services. The services to be
performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be initiated within two (2) days following execution
of this Agreement. Substantial completion by March 14, 2003 and Final Completion by March
21, 2003. Time is of the essence. Any extensions of the time limit set forth above must be
agreed upon in a writing signed by the parties.
3. Delay. If either party is prevented in whole or in part from performing its
obligations by unforeseeable causes beyond its reasonable control and without its fault or
negligence, then the party so prevented shall be excused from whatever performance is
prevented by such cause. To the extent that the performance is actually prevented, the Service
Provider must provide written notice to the City of such condition within fifteen (15) days from
the onset of such condition.
4. Early Termination by City/Notice. Notwithstanding the time periods contained
herein, the City may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause by providing written
notice of termination to the Service Provider. Such notice shall be delivered at least fifteen (15)
days prior to the termination date contained in said notice unless otherwise agreed in writing by
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F.7. Delivery Timeframe for Sports Lighting Equipment
The equipment must be on -site 4-6 weeks from the receipt of signed purchase
order, acceptance of order and receipt of complete order information.
F.B. Pole Strength
To ensure proper pole stress allowance, the pole analysis and design will be
based on the American Association of State Highway and Transportation
Officials (AASHTO) design criteria.
F.10. Manufacturer Name and Model Number
The approved lighting/pole manufacturer is Spaulding Lighting. Approval must be
obtained 10 days prior to bid date for all substitutions.
F.11. 10 Day Prior Approval for all Manufacturers
All bidders must use an approved product. Approval must be obtained by each
equipment manufacturer 10 days prior to the bid date.
FOUNDATION SPECIFICATIONS
The foundation pier shall be 24" in diameter and 8' in length. See Attachment "A" for all
specifications. The geotechnical engineering report from Terracon will be available upon
request. See Attachments "61", "132", and "BY for soil profiles. Contractor may need to
use dewatering procedures. Cement trucks will not be allowed on tennis court surface
due to potential damage to court.
CONDUIT TRENCHING
Trenching depth will be determined by City code. Trenches will be backfilled and
compacted to a minimum of 95%. Asphalt patch will match depth of existing asphalt.
Color coat surface will be done by others. If the trench is deeper than 12", it will be
backfilled and compacted in one foot lifts. The asphalt will be sawcut prior to trenching to
minimize damage to tennis surface. Maximum sawcut width will be 12". Trenching will
follow trenching diagram. See Attachment "C".
GENERAL ELECTRICAL
General Requirements
A. Codes and Regulations: Comply with all applicable state and local codes, regulations and
ordinances and the latest applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code as
interpreted by the local inspection authority who shall have final jurisdiction.
B. Permits and Fees: Secure and pay for all permits, fees, taxes, royalties, licenses and
inspections in connection with the electrical work. Upon completion of work, furnish to the
Project Manager a Certificate of Inspection indicating final approval by the local inspection
authority.
C. Examination of Premises: Examine the premises prior to bidding and become fully familiar
with existing conditions.
Materials
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2.0 GENERAL
A. All materials and equipment shall be manufactured, tested and installed in
accordance with the following:
1. National Electrical Code (NEC).
2. Underwriters' Laboratory (UL).
3. National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA).
4. American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
5. Illuminating Engineering Society (1 ES).
B. The Contractor shall submit proof, if requested by the Project Manager, that the
materials, equipment or devices that he installs under this contract meet the
requirements of the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. in regard to fire and casualty
hazards.
C. All electrical material shall display a UL label.
2.1 RACEWAYS - ACCEPTABLE CLASSES
A. Description of System.
1. Provide raceways as required below for raceway systems.
2. Conduit sizes not noted on Drawings shall be in accordance with NEC
requirements for the quantities and size of wire installed therein.
3. Where nonmetallic raceways are utilized, size as required to conform with the
grounding conductor considered as an insulated additional conductor.
4. Where metallic raceways are used, they must establish positive low -resistance
paths to ground and effectively isolate conductors so that any short-circuit arcs
will be confined.
5. Reference Section 16450, Grounding.
B. Acceptable Classes.
1. Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT).
a. Install 2" and smaller for all exposed branch circuit wiring.
b. Fittings.
1) Compression connectors.
c. Comply with Underwriters' Laboratories Standard UL 797 and USA
Standards Institute C80-3.
2. Poly -Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Conduit.
a. Provide in the following locations.
1) In or below slabs on grade.
2) In earth or gravel.
b. Schedule 80 Heavy Wall, 90 degrees Celsius, UL listed for above ground
and underground uses.
c. Conform to NEMA TC-2 and UL-651 standards.
d. UL listed in conformity with Article 347 of the Nation Electric Code.
e. 1-112" and larger shall conform to NEMA Publications No. TC-1-1965.
3. Surface Metal Wireway.
a. Provide surface metal wireway of a dimension permitting the number of
conductors and splices installed. NEMA 1 enclosure.
b. The raceway shall meet all NEW Article 352A requirements and shall be
UL listed.
c. Provide with appropriate boxes and fittings by same manufacturer.
2.2 WIRES AND CABLES
A. Description of System.
1. Provide a complete system of conductors in raceway systems with minimum
wire size to be No. 12, unless shown otherwise on Drawings.
2. Unless otherwise indicated, wire sizes noted on Drawings are to be extended
for the entire length of a circuit including taps and risers.
3. 120-volt branch circuits shall be No. 10 or larger where the distance to the first
outlet exceeds 75 feet.
B. Conductor Material.
1. Copper conductors shall be high conductivity tin coated annealed copper in
accordance with ASTM B-33.
a. Use copper conductors for all wiring.
C. Insulation
1. THHN Cu conductors - Use for all branch circuit conductors installed in
conduit.
a. UL Type THHN, suitable for operation at 600 volts in wet or dry locations
at conductor temperatures not to exceed 750 C.
b. Poly -vinyl chloride insulation that is UL defined as heat, abrasion,
moisture and oil resistant.
2.3 JUNCTION BOXES
A. General Requirements.
1. Provide all covers of same gauge metal and include screws.
B. Concealed Junction Boxes.
1. Provide code gauge sheet metal boxes located and sized as required with
suitable covers and trims.
a. Make of material resistant to corrosion or suitably protected, both
internally and externally, by galvanizing.
b. Boxes installed in damp or wet locations shall be UL approved for the
purpose.
c. Comply with UL Standard 50.
d. Metal boxes to meet NEC construction specifications.
C. Exposed Junction Boxes.
1. Boxes exposed or surface mounted shall be die-cast or permanent -mold cast
aluminum body with threaded external hub and cast over.
2.4 WIRE CONNECTORS AND DEVICES
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A. Description of System.
1. Provide wire connectors, crimp terminals, splice connectors, mechanical lugs,
compression lugs, pin connectors, split bolt connectors and associated
insulating devices for a complete wiring connection system suitable for
specified cables furnished.
2. Connectors shall be in accordance with NEC, state and local requirements for
size and color installed therein.
3. Connectors and devices shall be installed in accordance with manufacturers
and U.L. standard requirements for tightening torques. Use proper torquing
tools to achieve accurate values.
OTHER COMPONENTS
New light controllers with a 30 to 90 minute time delay shall be installed. They must have
a signaling device to warn of time outs. Control voltage for user activation device shall
be no more than 24 volts. The activation buttons shall be mounted on each of the four
courts (See Attachment "C").
The connection from the ground rods to the grounding conductors shall be exothermic
connections instead of the manufacturer supplied connectors.
All components shall be UL Approved.
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ACORD- CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE DATE(M"mm"
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PRODS THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION
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ATTACHED TO POLICY NUMBER 04597 82 25.
CITY OF FORT COLLINS
P.Q. BOX 500
FORT COLLINS, CO 80522-0580
SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLIMES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE WIIPI RATION
DATE THEREOF, THE ISsU610 INSURER WILL ENDEAVOR TO MAIL 15 DAYS WRITTEN
NOTICE TO THE CERTIFICATE HOLDFR NAMED TO THE LEFT, BUT FAILURE TO DO so 5MLL
IMPOSE NO OBLIGATION OR LLABILITY OF ANY RIND UPON THE INSURER, ITS AGENTS OR
the parties. All notices provided under this Agreement shall be effective when mailed, postage
prepaid and sent to the following addresses:
City:
City of Fort Collins, Purchasing
P.O. Box 580
Ft. Collins, CO 80522
Attn: John Stephen
Service Provider:
Dickinson Electric, Inc.
1175 E. 2"d St.
Loveland, CO 80537
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. Such payment shall be the Service Provider's sole
right and remedy for such termination.
5. Contract Sum. The City shall pay the Service provider for the performance of this
Contract, subject to additions and deletions provided herein, the sum of Twenty-three Thousand
Fifty-four Dollars ($23,054.00).
6. City Representative. The City will designate, prior to commencement of the
work, its representative who shall make, within the scope of his or her authority, all necessary
and proper decisions with reference to the services provided under this agreement. All requests
concerning this agreement shall be directed to the City Representative.
7. Independent Service provider. The services to be performed by Service Provider
are those of an independent service provider and not of an employee of the City of Fort Collins.
The City shall not be responsible for withholding any portion of Service Provider's
compensation hereunder for the payment of FICA, Workmen's Compensation or other taxes or
benefits or for any other purpose.
8. 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
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neither assign any responsibilities nor delegate any duties arising under the Agreement without
the prior written consent of the City.
9. Acceptance Not Waiver. 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 or cause of action arising out of performance of this
Agreement.
10. Warranty.
(a) Service Provider warrants that all work performed hereunder shall be
performed with the highest degree of competence and care in accordance
with accepted standards for work of a similar nature.
(b) Unless otherwise provided in the Agreement, all materials and equipment
incorporated into any work shall be new and, where not specified, of the
most suitable grade of their respective kinds for their intended use, and all
workmanship shall be acceptable to City.
(c) Service Provider warrants all equipment, materials, labor and other work,
provided under this Agreement, except City -furnished materials,
equipment and labor, against defects and nonconformances in design,
materials and workmanship/workwomanship for a period beginning with
the start of the work and ending twelve (12) months from and after final
acceptance under the Agreement, regardless whether the same were
furnished or performed by Service Provider or by any of its subcontractors
of any tier. Upon receipt of written notice from City of any such defect or
nonconformances, the affected item or part thereof shall be redesigned,
repaired or replaced by Service Provider in a manner and at a time
acceptable to City.
11. 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, such party may be declared in default thereof.
12. Remedies. In the event a party has been declared in default, such defaulting
party shall be allowed a period of ten (10) days 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 himself of any other remedy at law or equity. If the non -defaulting party
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commences legal or equitable actions against the defaulting party, the defaulting party shall be
liable to the non -defaulting party for the non -defaulting party's reasonable attorney fees and
costs incurred because of the default.
13. Binding Effect. This writing, together with the exhibits hereto, constitutes the
entire agreement between the parties and 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.
14. Indemnity/Insurance. a. The Service Provider agrees to indemnify and save
harmless the City, its officers, agents and employees against and from any and all actions,
suits, claims, demands or liability of any character whatsoever brought or asserted for injuries to
or death of any person or persons, or damages to property arising out of, result from or
occurring in connection with the performance of any service hereunder.
b. The Service Provider shall take all necessary precautions in performing the work
hereunder to prevent injury to persons and property.
c. Without limiting any of the Service Provider's obligations hereunder, the Service
Provider shall provide and maintain insurance coverage naming the City as an additional
insured under this Agreement of the type and with the limits specified within Exhibit B,
consisting of one (1) page, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. The
Service Provider before commencing services hereunder, shall deliver to the City's Director of
Purchasing and Risk Management, P. O. Box 580 Fort Collins, Colorado 80522 one copy of a
certificate evidencing the insurance coverage required from an insurance company acceptable
to the City.
15. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, along with all Exhibits and other documents
incorporated herein, shall constitute the entire Agreement of the parties. Covenants or
representations not contained in this Agreement shall not be binding on the parties.
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16. Law/Severability. The laws of the State of Colorado shall govern the construction
interpretation, execution and enforcement of this Agreement. In the event any provision of this
Agreement shall be held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, such
holding shall not invalidate or render unenforceable any other provision of this Agreement.
CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
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EXHIBIT B
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, and
containing substantially the following statement:
"The insurance evidenced by this Certificate will not be cancelled or materially altered, except
after ten (10) days written notice has been received by the City of Fort Collins."
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, such 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. 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 for any claims arising out of work performed under
this Agreement.
2. Insurance coverages shall be as follows:
A. Workers' Compensation & Employer's Liability. The Service Provider shall maintain
during the life of this Agreement for all of the Service Provider's employees engaged in
work performed under this agreement:
Workers' Compensation insurance with statutory limits as required by Colorado
law.
2. Employer's Liability insurance with limits of $100,000 per accident, $500,000
disease aggregate, and $100,000 disease each employee.
B. Commercial General & Vehicle Liability. The Service Provider shall maintain during the
life of this Agreement such commercial general liability and automobile 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 each coverage,
Commercial General and Vehicle, shall not be less than $500,000 combined single limits
for bodily injury and property damage.
In the event any work is performed by a subcontractor, the Service Provider shall be
responsible for any liability directly or indirectly arising out of the work performed under
this Agreement by a subcontractor, which liability is not covered by the subcontractor's
insurance.
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF WORK BID #5750
A. The contractor shall place the order for the light system within five (5) working days
after receiving notice to proceed by the Project Manager or as approved by the
Project Manager. Written notification of placement of the order from the light
manufacturer shall be given to the Project Manager. Work must commence within 7
days after receipt of light system. Mutually acceptable milestones indicating working
days shall be determined by the City and the Contractor. Any extensions of the time
limits set forth above must be agreed upon in writing by the parties hereto.
B. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for cleaning the job site at the end of each
working day and at work completion.
C. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for making sure the work area is left in a
safe condition or fenced to keep the area safe.
D. The City may order changes within the scope of the work without invalidating this
agreement. If such changes alter the amount due under the contract documents or
the time required for the performance of the work, such alteration shall be approved
by the parties in writing in the form of a change order.
UNIT WORK ITEMS:
A. Receiving and unloading shipment.
B. Setting of light poles.
C. Trenching for conduit.
D. Electrical hookup.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Lighting system is to be installed is Spaulding Cordova System. It will consist of four
single fixture assemblies and six double fixture assemblies. They will be 25'square
straight steel poles with direct side mount. The catalogue # for the single fixture is CLS-
PM-M1000-IV-480-DBZ-25-SQS-507-SGL-DBZ. The catalogue # for the double fixture is
CLS-PM-M 1000-IV-480-DBZ-25-SQS-507-DBL-DBZ.
The performance criteria shall be 35 initial and 28 maintained. New conduit and wiring
will need to be trenched in to new poles. New 24 volt activator buttons with warning
buzzers will need to be installed. Contractor will be responsible for receiving and
unloading shipment. Care must be taken not to damage court surface, with plans to use
plywood if necessary. No cement trucks will be allowed on the courts.
LIGHT STRUCTURE SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
A. Playability Specifications
A.1. *Initial Light Levels
The average initial levels for the entire court area shall be 13.9 footcandles.
A.2. *Target Light Levels
The average target (maintained) light levels for the entire court area shall be 10
footcandles.
A.3. *Light Loss Factor
The light loss factor used to determine the target light levels shall be a
maintenance factor of .72.
A.4. *Uniformities
The uniformities of the playing field shall be measured by comparing the
maximum reading to the minimum reading. The ratio shall not exceed 2.49:1
maximum to minimum for the entire court area.
A.5. *Structural Strength
To prevent misalignment of any luminaires or damage to the crossarms or its
components, the crossarm, reflector, and its attachment to the pole shall be able
to structurally withstand winds of 100 mph with a 1.3 gust factor.
A.6. *Mounting Heights
To ensure proper aiming angles for reduced glare and to provide better
playability, the pole mounting heights from the playing field surface shall be 25
feet.
B. Maintenance Ease
B.1. Electrical Enclosure Fusing
To prevent multiple failures, an individual fuse shall be provided for each ballast
conductor except neutral conductors.
C. Durability
CA. Enclosed Wiring
To protect from deterioration from exposure to the elements, all wiring shall be
contained inside the crossarms or pole.
C.2. Materials and Coatings
To facilitate adequate heat dissipation from the ballasts, the electrical enclosure
shall be fabricated of heavy gauge aluminum. The electrical enclosure shall be
further coated with a TGIF thermoset polyester powder paint finish to provide
protection from oxidation of the aluminum.
C.3. Internal Wire Rating
To ensure longer durability, internal wiring shall be routed away from ballast
cores, rated for at least 90 degrees C, suitable for the voltage and amperage
involved. Luminaire manufacturer shall supply U.L. temperature test of electrical
enclosure.
CA Weather Proof Enclosure
To provide protection against weather -related elements, it shall be UL and CSA
rated to wet locations.
C.5. Pole Material
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For added durability, the poles shall be high strength low alloy tapered tubular
steel meeting ASTM-A595 standards, and shall have a TGIC thermoset polyester
powder paint finish.
D. Safety
D.1. UL Listing
To provide independent assessment of equipment and system safety, the lighting
and electrical equipment shall have a U.L. listing. This listing shall be based upon
U.L. testing and evaluation of the compatibility of the structures, enclosures and
the components for use in combination with this application in addition to the
individual components being U.L. listed or recognized.
D.2. Grounding Lug within Electrical Enclosure
For the safety of personnel and protection of the equipment, one grounding lug
shall be supplied within the electrical enclosure, which is rigidly fastened to the
enclosure, sized to accept up to a 1/0 conductor.
D.3. Enclosed Wiring
Because the additional structures often required to support overhead wiring
systems can present safety hazards for players and spectators, all wiring shall be
contained inside the crossarms or the pole. Since the overhead is exposed to
wind, lightning, and other elements causing deterioration over time, underground
wiring, supplied by the installer, shall be enclosed within the pole and concrete
base.
D.4. Compliance to Specified Codes
The lightning equipment shall comply with the codes as specified including, but
not limited to:
National Fire Protection Asso (NFPA) 780 Lightning
Protection
National Electrical Codes
Underwriter's Laboratory (UL)
National Electrical Manufacturers Asso (NEMA) Standard 250-1991
Enclosures for Electrical Equipment
D.5. Lightning Protection Meeting NFPA 780 Code
For added protection against lightning, all structures shall be equipped with
lightning protection meeting standards established by NFPA 780 (National Fire
Protection Asso.)
At each structure, the contractor shall provide at least one copper -clad steel
ground rod of not less than 5/8 inches in diameter and not less than 8 feet in
length.
The ground rods shall be connected to the structure by a copper main down
conductor. This conductor shall be not less than a #2 conductor.
For steel poles, the main down conductor shall extend from the base of the steel
pole to the ground rods and shall be bonded to the steel pole and the equipment
ground. All metal components on the pole shall be bonded to the pole
All main down conductors and all bonding conductors shall maintain a horizontal
or downward coursing path, free from "U" or "V" (down and back up) pockets.
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