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ADDENDUM No. 1
SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
Financial Services
Purchasing Division
215 N. Mason St. 2"" Floor
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6775
970.221,6707
fcgov.com/Purchasing
Description of RFP 7248: Advertising on Buses Exterior and Interior
OPENING DATE: 3:00 PM (Our Clock) July 15, 2011
To all prospective bidders under the specifications and contract documents described
above, the following changes/additions are hereby made and detailed in the following
section of this addendum:
Exhibit 1 — Questions & Answers
Please contact Ed Bonnette, CPPB, CPM, Buyer, Buyer at (970) 416-2247 with any
questions regarding this addendum.
RECEIPT OF THIS ADDENDUM MUST
STATEMENT ENCLOSED WITH THE
ADDENDUM HAS BEEN RECEIVED.
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any supervisory personnel, including partners and/or subcontractors, and their individual
areas of responsibility. A r6sumd for each key professional and technical person
assigned to the contract, including partners and/or subconsultants, shall be submitted.
The r6sumds shall include at least three references from previous assignments.
5. Organization Chart/Proposed Project Team - An organization chart containing the
names of all key personnel and subcontractors with titles and their specific task
assignment for this contract shall be provided in this section.
6. Availability — Describe the availability of project personnel to participate in this project in
the context of the contracting firm's other commitments.
7. Additional Required Information:
TYPE OF BUSINESS: CORP INDIVIDUAL PARTNERSHIP
JOINT VENTURE OTHER STATE of FORMATION
BANK REFERENCES:
ADDRESS:
CONTACT:
PHONE:
WHAT OTHER NAME (S) HAS YOUR COMPANY OPERATED UNDER:
HAVE YOU OR YOUR FIRM EVER FAILED TO COMPLETE ANY WORK AWARDED TO
YOU? YES NO IF YES PLEASE EXPLAIN.
HAS YOUR FIRM OR ANY PARTNERS OR OFFICERS EVER BEEN AN OFFICER OR
PARTNER OF ANOTHER ORGANIZATION THAT FAILED TO COMPLETE A CONTRACT
WITHIN THE LAST FIVE YEARS? YES NO IF YES EXPLAIN
ARE YOU PRESENTLY OR IN THE PAST SEVEN YEARS BEEN A PARTY TO ANY
LITIGATION WITH AN OWNER OR OTHER GOVERNMENT AGENCY? _YES NO IF
YES PLEASE EXPLAIN
HAS YOUR FIRM OR ANY PARTNERS OR OFFICERS EVER BEEN INVOLVED IN ANY
BANKRUPTCY ACTION? YES NO IF YES EXPLAIN
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Vendor Statement:
I have read and understand the specifications and requirements for this bid and I agree
to comply with such specifications and requirements. I further agree that the method of
award is acceptable to my company. I also agree to complete SERVICES AGREEMENT
with the City of Fort Collins within 30 days of notice of award. If contract is not completed
and signed within 30 days, City reserves the right to cancel and award to the next
highest rated firm.
FIRM NAME:
ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: PHONE:
BIDDER'S NAME:
SIGNATURE:
PRIMARY SERVICES ISSUES CONTACT:
TELEPHONE: FAX:
EMAIL:
CELL:
BACKUP:
Award and Contract Process
EMERGENCY:
1. The City reserves the right to award directly as a result of the written proposals.
The City may or may not opt to conduct oral interviews.
2. The selected Contractor shall be expected to sign the City's standard Services
Agreement prior to commencing Services (see sample attached to this
Proposal).
3. The City reserves the right to negotiate with any vendor as meets the needs of the
City.
4. Proposals shall be valid for a duration of no less than 90 days.
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Review and Assessment
Proposers will be evaluated on the following criteria. These criteria will be the basis for
review of the written proposals and any optional interview session. The rating scale
shall be from 1 to 5, with 1 being a poor rating, 3 being an average rating, and 5 being
an outstanding rating.
WEIGHTING
FACTOR
QUALIFICATION
STANDARD
Does the proposal show an understanding of the
2.0
Scope of Proposal
project objective, methodology to be used and
results that are desired from the project?
Do the persons who will be working on the project
2.0
Assigned Personnel
have the necessary skills? Are sufficient people of
the requisite skills assigned to the project?
Can the work be completed in the necessary time?
Can the target start and completion dates be met?
1.0
Availability
Are other qualified personnel available to assist in
meeting the project schedule if required? Is the
project team available to attend meetings as
required by the Scope of Work?
1.0
Motivation
Is the firm interested and are they capable of doing
the work in the required time frame?
Do the proposed cost and work hours compare
2.0
Cost and Work
favorably with the Project Manager's estimate? Are
Hours
the work hours presented reasonable for the effort
required in each project task or phase?
Does the firm have the support capabilities the
2.0
Firm Capability
assigned personnel require? Has the firm done
previous projects of this type and scope?
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Reference Evaluation (Top Ranked Firm)
The Project Manager will check references using the following criteria. The evaluation
rankings will be labeled Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.
QUALIFICATION
STANDARD
Would you hire this Professional again?
Overall Performance
Did they show the skills required by this
project?
Was the original Scope of Work
Timetable
completed within the specified time?
Were interim deadlines met in a timely
manner?
Was the Professional responsive to
Completeness
client needs; did the Professional
anticipate problems? Were problems
solved quickly and effectively?
Budget
Was the original Scope of Work
completed within the project budget?
Job Knowledge
If a study, did it meet the Scope of
Work?
PLEASE GO TO www.fcclov.com/purchasinq TO REGISTER IN OUR E-
PROCUREMENT SYSTEM FOR FUTURE BID OPPORTUNITIES! BE SURE TO
SELECT ALL APPROPRIATE COMMODITY CODES.
COMMODITY CODES USED FOR THIS RFP:
915-04 Advertising, Outdoor Billboard, etc.
915-01 Advertising Agency Services
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FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
Federally Required and Other Model Contract Clauses
1. NO GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES
No Obligation by the Federal Government.
(1) The Purchaser and Contractor acknowledge and agree that, notwithstanding any
concurrence by the Federal Government in or approval of the solicitation or award of the
underlying contract, absent the express written consent by the Federal Government, the Federal
Government is not a parry to this contract and shall not be subject to any obligations or liabilities
to the Purchaser, Contractor, or any other party (whether or not a party to that contract)
pertaining to any matter resulting from the underlying contract.
(2) The Contractor agrees to include the above clause in each subcontract financed in whole or
in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed that the clause shall not be
modified, except to identify the subcontractor who will be subject to its provisions.
2. PROGRAM FRAUD AND FALSE OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENTS AND RELATED
ACTS
Program Fraud and False or Fraudulent Statements or Related Acts.
(1) The Contractor acknowledges that the provisions of the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act
of 1986, as amended, 31 U.S.C. § 3801 et seq. and U.S. DOT regulations, "Program Fraud Civil
Remedies," 49 C.F.R. Part 31, apply to its actions pertaining to this Project. Upon execution of
the underlying contract, the Contractor certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of any
statement it has made, it makes, it may make, or causes to be made, pertaining to the
underlying contract or the FTA assisted project for which this contract work is being performed.
In addition to other penalties that may be applicable, the Contractor further acknowledges that if
it makes, or causes to be made, a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, statement, submission, or
certification, the Federal Government reserves the right to impose the penalties of the Program
Fraud Civil
Remedies Act of 1986 on the Contractor to the extent the Federal Government deems
appropriate.
(2) The Contractor also acknowledges that if it makes, or causes to be made, a false, fictitious,
or fraudulent claim, statement, submission, or certification to the Federal Government under a
contract connected with a project that is financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance
originally awarded by FTA under the authority of 49 U.S.C. § 5307, the Government reserves
the right to impose the penalties of 18 U.S.C. § 1001 and 49 U.S.C. § 5307(n)(1) on the
Contractor, to the extent the Federal Government deems appropriate.
(3) The Contractor agrees to include the above two clauses in each subcontract financed in
whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed that the clauses
shall not be modified, except to identify the subcontractor who will be subject to the provisions
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3. ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS
Access to Records - The following access to records requirements apply to this Contract:
A. Where the Purchaser is not a State but a local government and is the FTA Recipient or a
subgrantee of the FTA Recipient in accordance with 49 C.F.R. 18.36(i), the Contractor
agrees to provide the Purchaser, the FTA Administrator, the Comptroller General of the
United States or any of their authorized representatives access to any books,
documents, papers and records of the Contractor which are directly pertinent to this
contract for the purposes of making audits, examinations, excerpts and transcriptions.
Contractor also agrees, pursuant to 49 C.F.R. 633.17 to provide the FTA Administrator
or his authorized representatives including any PMO Contractor access to Contractor's
records and construction sites pertaining to a major capital project, defined at 49 U.S.C.
5302(a)1, which is receiving federal financial assistance through the programs described
at 49 U.S.C. 5307, 5309 or 5311.
B. The Contractor agrees to permit any of the foregoing parties to reproduce by any means
whatsoever or to copy excerpts and transcriptions as reasonably needed.
C. The Contractor agrees to maintain all books, records, accounts and reports required
under this contract for a period of not less than three years after the date of termination
or expiration of this contract, except in the event of litigation or settlement of claims
arising from the performance of this contract, in which case Contractor agrees to
maintain same until the Purchaser, the FTA Administrator, the Comptroller General, or
any of their duly authorized representatives, have disposed of all such litigation, appeals,
claims or exceptions related thereto. Reference 49 CFR 18.39(i)(11).
4. FEDERAL CHANGES
Federal Changes - Contractor shall at all times comply with all applicable FTA regulations,
policies, procedures and directives, including without limitation those listed directly or by
reference in the Master Agreement between Purchaser and FTA, as they may be amended or
promulgated from time to time during the term of this contract. Contractor's failure to so comply
shall constitute a material breach of this contract.
5. CIVIL RIGHTS REQUIREMENTS
Civil Rights - The following requirements apply to the underlying contract:
(1) Nondiscrimination - In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, as amended, 42
U.S.C. § 2000d, section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §
6102, section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. § 12132, and
Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the Contractor agrees that it will not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, national
origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with applicable
Federal implementing regulations and other implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(2) Equal Employment Opportunity - The following equal employment opportunity requirements
apply to the underlying contract:
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(a) Race. Color, Creed, National Origin, Sex - In accordance with Title VII of the Civil
Rights Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e, and Federal transit laws at 49 U.S.C. §
5332, the Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity
requirements of U.S. Department of Labor (U.S. DOL) regulations, "Office of Federal
Contract Compliance Programs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor,"
41 C.F.R. Parts 60 et seg., (which implement Executive Order No. 11246, "Equal
Employment Opportunity," as amended by Executive Order No. 11375, "Amending
Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity," 42 U.S.C. § 2000e
note), and with any applicable Federal statutes, executive orders, regulations, and
Federal policies that may in the future affect construction activities undertaken in the
course of the Project. The Contractor agrees to take affirmative action to ensure that
applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without
regard to their race, color, creed, national origin, sex, or age. Such action shall include,
but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer,
recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms
of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. In addition, the
Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(b) Age - In accordance with section 4 of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of
1967, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § § 623 and Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the
Contractor agrees to refrain from discrimination against present and prospective
employees for reason of age. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any
implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(c) Disabilities - In accordance with section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as
amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12112, the Contractor agrees that it will comply with the
requirements of U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, "Regulations to
Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act," 29
C.F.R. Part 1630, pertaining to employment of persons with disabilities. In addition, the
Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(3) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract financed in
whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA, modified only if necessary to identify
the affected parties.
6. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE)
a. This contract is subject to the requirements of Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations,
Part 26, Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of
Transportation Financial Assistance Programs. The national goal for participation of
Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) is 10%. The agency's overall goal for DBE
participation is —
7.6_ %. A separate contract goal has not been established for this
procurement.
b. The contractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex
in the performance of this contract. The contractor shall carry out applicable
requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in the award and administration of this DOT -assisted
contract. Failure by the contractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach
of this contract, which may result in the termination of this contract or such other remedy
as City of Fort Collins deems appropriate. Each subcontract the contractor signs with
a subcontractor must include the assurance in this paragraph (see 49 CFR 26.13(b)).
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The successful bidder/offeror will be required to report its DBE participation obtained
through race -neutral means throughout the period of performance.
c. The contractor is required to pay its subcontractors performing work related to this
contract for satisfactory performance of that work no later than 30 days after the
contractor's receipt of payment for that work from the City of Fort Collins. In addition,
[the contractor may not hold retainage from its subcontractors.] [is required to
return any retainage payments to those subcontractors within 30 days after the
subcontractor's work related to this contract is satisfactorily completed.] [is
required to return any retainage payments to those subcontractors within 30 days
after incremental acceptance of the subcontractor's work by the City of Fort
Collins and contractor's receipt of the partial retainage payment related to the
subcontractor's work.]
d. The contractor must promptly notify City of Fort Collins whenever a DBE
subcontractor performing work related to this contract is terminated or fails to complete
its work, and must make good faith efforts to engage another DBE subcontractor to
perform at least the same amount of work. The contractor may not terminate any DBE
subcontractor and perform that work through its own forces or those of an affiliate
without prior written consent of City of Fort Collins.
7. INCORPORATION OF FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) TERMS
Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Terms - The preceding provisions include,
in part, certain Standard Terms and Conditions required by DOT, whether or not expressly set
forth in the preceding contract provisions. All contractual provisions required by DOT, as set
forth in FTA Circular 4220.1 E, are hereby incorporated by reference. Anything to the contrary
herein notwithstanding, all FTA mandated terms shall be deemed to control in the event of a
conflict with other provisions contained in this Agreement. The Contractor shall not perform any
act, fail to perform any act, or refuse to comply with any (name of grantee) requests which
would cause (name of grantee) to be in violation of the FTA terms and conditions.
8. GOVERNMENT -WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT)
Background and Applicability
In conjunction with the Office of Management and Budget and other affected Federal agencies,
DOT published an update to 49 CFR Part 29 on November 26, 2003. This government -wide
regulation implements Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, Executive Order
12689, Debarment and Suspension, and 31 U.S.C. 6101 note (Section 2455, Public Law 103-
355, 108 Stat. 3327).
The provisions of Part 29 apply to all grantee contracts and subcontracts at any level expected
to equal or exceed $25,000 as well as any contract or subcontract (at any level) for Federally
required auditing services. 49 CFR 29.220(b). This represents a change from prior practice in
that the dollar threshold for application of these rules has been lowered from $100,000 to
$25,000. These are contracts and subcontracts referred to in the regulation as "covered
transactions."
Grantees, contractors, and subcontractors (at any level) that enter into covered transactions are
required to verify that the entity (as well as its principals and affiliates) they propose to contract
or subcontract with is not excluded or disqualified. They do this by (a) Checking the Excluded
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Parties List System, (b) Collecting a certification from that person, or (c) Adding a clause or
condition to the contract or subcontract. This represents a change from prior practice in that
certification is still acceptable but is no longer required. 49 CFR 29.300.
Grantees, contractors, and subcontractors who enter into covered transactions also must
require the entities they contract with to comply with 49 CFR 29, subpart C and include this
requirement in their own subsequent covered transactions (i.e., the requirement flows down to
subcontracts at all levels).
Clause Language
The following clause language is suggested, not mandatory. It incorporates the optional method
of verifying that contractors are not excluded or disqualified by certification.
Suspension and Debarment
This contract is a covered transaction for purposes of 49 CFR Part 29. As such, the
contractor is required to verify that none of the contractor, its principals, as defined at 49
CFR 29.995, or affiliates, as defined at 49 CFR 29.905, are excluded or disqualified as
defined at 49 CFR 29.940 and 29.945.
The contractor is required to comply with 49 CFR 29, Subpart C and must include the
requirement to comply with 49 CFR 29, Subpart C in any lower tier covered transaction it
enters into.
By signing and submitting its bid or proposal, the bidder or proposer certifies as follows:
The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact relied upon by {insert agency
name). If it is later determined that the bidder or proposer knowingly rendered an erroneous
certification, in addition to remedies available to {insert agency name}, the Federal Government
may pursue available remedies, including but not limited to suspension and/or debarment. The
bidder or proposer agrees to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR 29, Subpart C while this
offer is valid and throughout the period of any contract that may arise from this offer. The bidder
or proposer further agrees to include a provision requiring such compliance in its lower tier
covered transactions.
9. BREACHES AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Disputes - Disputes arising in the performance of this Contract which are not resolved by
agreement of the parties shall be decided in writing by the authorized representative of
(Recipient)'s [title of employee]. This decision shall be final and conclusive unless within [ten
(10)] days from the date of receipt of its copy, the Contractor mails or otherwise furnishes a
written appeal to the [title of employee]. In connection with any such appeal, the Contractor
shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard and to offer evidence in support of its position. The
decision of the [title of employee] shall be binding upon the Contractor and the Contractor shall
abide be the decision.
Performance During Dispute - Unless otherwise directed by (Recipient), Contractor shall
continue performance under this Contract while matters in dispute are being resolved.
Claims for Damages - Should either party to the Contract suffer injury or damage to person or
property because of any act or omission of the party or of any of his employees, agents or
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others for whose acts he is legally liable, a claim for damages therefore shall be made in writing
to such other party within a reasonable time after the first observance of such injury of damage.
Remedies - Unless this contract provides otherwise, all claims, counterclaims, disputes and
other matters in question between the (Recipient) and the Contractor arising out of or relating to
this agreement or its breach will be decided by arbitration if the parties mutually agree, or in a
court of competent jurisdiction within the State in which the (Recipient) is located.
Rights and Remedies - The duties and obligations imposed by the Contract Documents and
the rights and remedies available thereunder shall be in addition to and not a limitation of any
duties, obligations, rights and remedies otherwise imposed or available by law. No action or
failure to act by the (Recipient), (Architect) or Contractor shall constitute a waiver of any right or
duty afforded any of them under the Contract, nor shall any such action or failure to act
constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be
specifically agreed in writing.
10. LOBBYING
Modifications have been made to the Clause pursuant to Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure
Act of 1995, P.L. 104-65 [to be codified at 2 U.S.C. § 1601, et seq.]
- Lobbying Certification and Disclosure of Lobbying Activities for third party contractors are
mandated by 31 U.S.C. 1352(b)(5), as amended by Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act
of 1995, and DOT implementing regulation, "New Restrictions on Lobbying," at 49 CFR §
20.110(d)
- Language in Lobbying Certification is mandated by 49 CFR Part 19, Appendix A, Section 7,
which provides that contractors file the certification required by 49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A.
Modifications have been made to the Lobbying Certification pursuant to Section 10 of the
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995.
- Use of "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities," Standard Form-LLL set forth in Appendix B of 49
CFR Part 20, as amended by "Government wide Guidance For New Restrictions on Lobbying,"
61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96) is mandated by 49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A.
Byrd Anti -Lobbying Amendment, 31 U.S.C. 1352, as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure
Act of 1995, P.L. 104-65 [to be codified at 2 U.S.C. § 1601, et seq.] - Contractors who apply
or bid for an award of $100,000 or more shall file the certification required by 49 CFR part 20,
"New Restrictions on Lobbying." Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not
used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting
to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee
of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal
contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier shall also disclose the
name of any registrant under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 who has made lobbying
contacts on its behalf with non -Federal funds with respect to that Federal contract, grant or
award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Such disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the
recipient.
APPENDIX A, 49 CFR PART 20--CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING
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EXHIBIT 1
Questions and Answers
1. 1 saw three new Para -transit buses (70, 71, and 72) but the maintenance guys
said they were not in service, will or can they be part of the sellable inventory?
Please refer to the inventory listed in the scope.
2. Would you provide the annual revenue numbers received from the last 4 years?
2007: $55,138
2008: $81,069
2009: $66,899
2010: $76,123
3. A copy of the current vendor's rate card?
See attached.
4. 13 buses are missing the frame on the bike rake, will they be re -installed?
Again, please base your proposal on the inventory listed in the scope.
5. The Compensation Plan Form has the same arrangement as the current
contract, percentage of revenue collected to be paid to Transfort with a
commitment of a Minimum Annual Guaranteed amount. The MAG is in place to
protect Transfort with a guaranteed amount but if the percentage exceeds the
MAG, Transfort gets the greater percentage amount. However in the text under
Section 11. a. it may be phrasing the comp plan differently so I wanted to clarify. I
think the MAG factors in any blank space not sold, not as a per panel rate but as
a lump sum guaranteed payment. Is that correct?
The MAG is a lump sum guarantee.
6. The Compensation Plan Form has the Minimum Yearly Dollar Amount Payment
to Transfort (MAG) as a percentage but I think inserting a dollar amount is
expected, correct?
The form incorrectly shows a percentage, but it should be a dollar amount.
7. The Vendor can obtain the required Sales Tax License and insurance once they
have been selected as the successful bidder?
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Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements
(To be submitted with each bid or offer exceeding $100,000)
The undersigned [Contractor] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the
undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of
an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a
Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any
Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement,
and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract,
grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any
person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in
connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned
shall complete and submit Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in
accordance with its instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for New
Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2)
herein has been modified in accordance with Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995
(P.L. 104-65, to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601, et seq.)]
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award
documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under
grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose
accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this
transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for
making or entering into this transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be
subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such
failure.
[Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 1352(c)(1)-(2)(A), any person who makes a prohibited
expenditure or fails to file or amend a required certification or disclosure form shall be subject to
a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such expenditure
or failure.]
The Contractor, , certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of
each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands
and agrees that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801, et seq., apply to this certification and
disclosure, if any.
Signature of Contractor's Authorized Official
Name and Title of Contractor's Authorized Official
Date
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11. CLEAN AIR
Clean Air—
(1) The Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations
issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§ 7401 et seq. The
Contractor agrees to report each violation to the Purchaser and understands and agrees
that the Purchaser will, in turn, report each violation as required to assure notification to FTA
and the appropriate EPA Regional Office.
(2) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding
$100,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA.
12. CLEAN WATER REQUIREMENTS
Clean Water - (1) The Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders or
regulations issued pursuant to the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C.
1251 et seq. The Contractor agrees to report each violation to the Purchaser and understands
and agrees that the Purchaser will, in turn, report each violation as required to assure
notification to FTA and the appropriate EPA Regional Office.
(2) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding
$100,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA.
13. ENERGY CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS
Energy Conservation - The contractor agrees to comply with mandatory standards and
policies relating to energy efficiency which are contained in the state energy conservation plan
issued in compliance with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.
14. RECYCLED PRODUCTS
Recovered Materials - The contractor agrees to comply with all the requirements of Section
6002 of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 6962),
including but not limited to the regulatory provisions of 40 CFR Part 247, and Executive Order
12873, as they apply to the procurement of the items designated in Subpart B of 40 CFR Part
247.
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SERVICES 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 , hereinafter referred to as "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 attached hereto as Exhibit "A", consisting of pages
and incorporated herein by this reference.
2. The Work Schedule. [Optional] The services to be performed pursuant to this
Agreement shall be performed in accordance with the Work Schedule attached hereto as
Exhibit "B", consisting of ( ) pages, and incorporated herein by this reference.
3. Time of Commencement and Completion of Services. The services to be
performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be initiated within ( ) days following
execution of this Agreement. Services shall be completed no later than . 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.
4. Contract Period. [Option 1] This Agreement shall commence upon the date of
execution shown on the signature page of this Agreement and shall continue in full force and
effect for one (1) year, unless sooner terminated as herein provided. In addition, at the option of
the City, the Agreement may be extended for an additional period of one (1) year at the rates
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provided with written notice to the Professional mailed no later than ninety (90) days prior to
contract end.
4. Contract Period. [Option 2] This Agreement shall commence , 200 ,
and shall continue in full force and effect until , 200 , 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 ( ) additional one year periods. Renewals
and pricing changes shall be negotiated by and agreed to by both parties. The Denver Boulder
Greeley CPIU published by the Colorado State Planning and Budget Office will be used as a
guide. Written notice of renewal shall be provided to the Service Provider and mailed no later
than ninety (90) days prior to contract end.
5. 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 parry 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. [Early Termination clause here as an option
6. 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
the parties. All notices provided under this Agreement shall be effective when mailed, postage
prepaid and sent to the following addresses:
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City:
Copy to:
Service Provider:
City of Fort Collins
City of Fort Collins
Attn: Purchasing
Attn:
PO Box 580
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
Fort Collins, CO 80522
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
Providers obligations under this Agreement. Such payment shall be the Service Provider's sole
right and remedy for such termination.
7. Contract Sum. The City shall pay the Service provider for the performance of this
Contract, subject to additions and deletions provided herein, per the attached Exhibit "A",
consisting of pages, and incorporated herein by this reference.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. 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.
13. 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.
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14. 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
commences legal or equitable actions against the defaulting party, the defaulting parry shall be
liable to the non -defaulting party for the non -defaulting party's reasonable attorney fees and
costs incurred because of the default.
15. 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.
16. 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
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certificate evidencing the insurance coverage required from an insurance company acceptable
to the City.
17. 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.
18. 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.
19. Prohibition Against Employing Illegal Aliens. Pursuant to Section 8-17.5-101,
C.R.S., et. seq., Service Provider represents and agrees that:
a. As of the date of this Agreement:
1. Service Provider does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal
alien who will perform work under this Agreement; and
2. Service Provider will participate in either the e-Verify program created
in
Public Law 208, 104th Congress, as amended, and expanded in Public Law 156, 108th
Congress, as amended, administered by the United States Department of Homeland Security
(the "e-Verify Program") or the Department Program (the "Department Program"), an
employment verification program established pursuant to Section 8-17.5-102(5)(c) C.R.S. in
order to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees to perform work under
this Agreement.
b. Service Provider shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to
perform work under this Agreement or knowingly enter into a contract with a subcontractor that
knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement.
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c. Service Provider is prohibited from using the e-Verify Program or Department
Program procedures to undertake pre -employment screening of job applicants while this
Agreement is being performed.
d. If Service Provider obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing
work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Service
Provider shall:
1. Notify such subcontractor and the City within three days that Service Provider
has actual knowledge that the subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien;
and
2. Terminate the subcontract with the subcontractor if within three days of
receiving the notice required pursuant to this section the subcontractor does not cease
employing or contracting with the illegal alien; except that Service Provider shall not terminate
the contract with the subcontractor if during such three days the subcontractor provides
information to establish that the subcontractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with
an illegal alien.
e. Service Provider shall comply with any reasonable request by the Colorado
Department of Labor and Employment (the "Department') made in the course of an
investigation that the Department undertakes or is undertaking pursuant to the authority
established in Subsection 8-17.5-102 (5), C.R.S.
f. If Service Provider violates any provision of this Agreement pertaining to the
duties imposed by Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. the City may terminate this Agreement. If this
Agreement is so terminated, Service Provider shall be liable for actual and consequential
damages to the City arising out of Service Provider's violation of Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S.
g. The City will notify the Office of the Secretary of State if Service Provider
violates this provision of this Agreement and the City terminates the Agreement for such breach.
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20. Special Provisions. [Optional] Special provisions or conditions relating to the
services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement are set forth in Exhibit " ", consisting
of ( ) pages, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
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Yes, the vendor may obtain the required licenses and insurance after
selection.
Addendum 1
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ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Assistant City Attorney
CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
a municipal corporation
By:
James B. O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP
Director of Purchasing and Risk Management
Date:
By:
PRINT NAME
CORPORATE PRESIDENT OR VICE PRESIDENT
Date:
ATTEST: (Corporate Seal)
CORPORATE SECRETARY
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EXHIBIT " "
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. 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 $1.00,000 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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Cityof
Financial Services
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Purchasing Division
215 N. Mason St. 2ntl Floor
Fort
Collins
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
970.221.6775
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970.221.6707
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fcgov.corn1pum/purchasing
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
7248 Advertising on Buses Exterior and Interior
The City of Fort Collins Transfort is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to sell
appropriate advertising space on the exterior and interior of designated Transfort buses, and
other City vehicles as designated by the City, as well as, maintaining an effective advertising
sales operation sufficient to support the capital and operating expenses of the program. Written
proposals, four (4), will be received at the City of Fort Collins' Purchasing Division, 215 North
Mason St., 2"d floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. Proposals will be received before 3:00
p.m. (our clock), July 15, 2011 and identified as Proposal No. 7248. If delivered, they are to
be sent to 215 North Mason Street, 2nd Floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. If mailed, the
address is P.O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580.
Questions concerning the scope of the project should be directed to Project Manager Marlys
Sittner, Transfort, (970) 416-2113 or msittner(a)fcgov.com .
Questions regarding bid submittal or process should be directed to Ed Bonnette, CPPB, C.P.M.,
Buyer (970) 416-2247 or ebon nette(@_fcgov.corn .
A copy of the Proposal may be obtained as follows:
Download the Proposal/Bid from the BuySpeed Webpage,
www.fcgov.com/eprocurement
2. Come by Purchasing at 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, and request
a copy of the Bid.
The City of Fort Collins is subject to public information laws, which permit access to most
records and documents. Proprietary information in your response must be clearly identified and
will be protected to the extent legally permissible. Proposals may not be marked 'Proprietary' in
their entirety. Information considered proprietary is limited to material treated as confidential in
the normal conduct of business, trade secrets, discount information, and individual product or
service pricing. Summary price information may not be designated as proprietary as such
information may be carried forward into other public documents. All provisions of any contract
resulting from this request for proposal will be public information.
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.
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Collusive or sham proposals: Any proposal deemed to be collusive or a sham proposal will be
rejected and reported to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this proposal assures
that such proposal is genuine and is not a collusive or sham proposal.
The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any
irregularities or informalities.
Sincerely,
James B. O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP
Director of Purchasing & Risk Management
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
7248 Advertising on Buses Exterior and Interior
Introduction
The City of Fort Collins Transfort is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to sell
appropriate advertising space on the exterior and interior of designated Transfort buses, and
other City vehicles as designated by the City, as well as, maintaining an effective advertising
sales operation sufficient to support the capital and operating expenses of the program.
Contractor shall submit percent of payment based on a 5 year contract. Also submit a
minimum yearly dollar amount that you will pay Transfort in addition to your percentage
of revenues. Contractor shall not contract for advertising beyond the limits of the
contract with the City.
Contractor must submit proofs of all proposed advertising to the City representative in
advance, for written approval of content, design, size, and colors prior to being displayed
on any interior/exterior of Transfort buses.
The City reserves 6 interior bus spaces and 12 exterior bus spaces for advertising use by the
City at no charge for the production of signs or the installation of signs.
The Contractor will provide the following at its sole cost and expense and without any cost or
expense to the City, materials and services to at least the extent indicated, with such limitations
as provided in the specifications.
Contractor will be solely and completely responsible for the maintenance, repairs, and upkeep
of all exterior and interior advertising panels.
I. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS for ADVERTISING
a. At all times during the performance of this Contract, Contractor shall strictly observe
and conform to all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and
orders that have been or may hereafter be established.
b.. Contractor shall be solely and completely responsible for the fabrication of bus
advertising panels, both exterior and interior, and to deliver any such panels to the
Transfort facility at 6570 Portner Road at least seven (7) Transfort working days prior
to any contractual placement of advertising on any Transfort bus. There are currently
31 buses that use advertising. NOTE: At this point buses for the Mason Corridor
MAX Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project are not included in the Advertising
Contract.
c. Current advertising frame sizes on buses are as follows:
10 7/8" X 24" Interior
21.5" X 72" (31 exterior signs)
21.5" X 45" (20 exterior signs)
30.5" X 145" (24 exterior signs)
30.5" X 109" (6 exterior signs)
30.5" X 96" (1 exterior sign)
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30.5" X 89" (14 exterior signs)
30.5" X 73" (10 exterior signs)
30.5" X 37" (7 exterior signs)
d. Contractor shall bear all costs relating to the arrangement for and preparation of bus
advertising for Transfort buses. The Contractor shall be responsible for the
placement of all advertising on Transfort buses and for removing outdated ads from
buses.
e. Contractor is not subject to general restrictions regarding the use of color on
advertising panels however, the City reserves the right to review and approve or
disapprove all advertising content, copy, design, and colors to be displayed in
Transfort buses based on aesthetic considerations within the sole discretion of the
City.
f. Contractor shall bear all costs relating to the operation of the overall project.
g. The parties acknowledge that the City's objectives for the advertising program to be
carried out through the performance of the resulting Agreement are to:
• Generate revenue for the City through the placement of advertising on bus
interiors and exteriors. Advertising is not for the purpose of establishing a forum
for public speech. The City reserves to itself the sole and final authority as to
whether proposed advertising is consistent with these objectives. All advertising
in place during the term of the resulting Agreement shall comply with this
provision. Advertising that is determined by the City to be inconsistent with these
objectives shall be removed immediately upon receipt of a written request for
such removal by the Contractor.
• Maintain a neutral position on political, religious, and ideological matters.
• Limit advertising to advertising that proposes a legitimate commercial transaction
and that will promote healthful, family -oriented products and services appropriate
for citizens of all ages.
• Contractor shall be solely and completely responsible for the content of all bus
advertisements and is prohibited from displaying noncommercial advertising, with
the exception of ads placed by Transfort, or the following types of commercial
advertising:
1. Advertising that primarily conveys a political, religious, ideological or other
non-commercial message;
2. Advertising of alcohol or tobacco products;
3. Advertising that promotes illegal activities or transactions;
4. Advertising that is misleading or deceptive, or that constitutes a public
nuisance;
5. Advertising of products or services available to adults only by law;
6. Advertising of any product or service primarily related to sexual or violent
activities or practices, or advertising of any product or service in a manner
that is sexually suggestive or that displays or suggests violence or is
inappropriate for minors; and
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7. Any advertising reasonably determined to be inconsistent with the above -
stated objectives of the advertising program.
h. Contractor must provide to the City representative a copy of his City sales tax license
and comply with all applicable sales and use tax regulations.
i. Contractor shall pay for any and all space used by Contractor for any advertising
purpose, and any such use must conform to all other requirements of the contract.
II. COMPENSATION & PAYMENTS
a. Contractor shall propose a compensation plan based on a flat rate for each unsold
advertising space plus a percentage of gross monthly revenues collected from the
sale of advertising. All cost shall be based on a five (5) year contract. Also submit a
minimum anticipated dollar amount you will pay Transfort in addition to your
percentage of revenues.
b. The Contractor shall remit to the City within ten (10) days after the end of each
month the percentage as agreed to in the written contract of the gross revenues
received by the Contractor during such month from the advertising displayed on
Transfort buses. The City may conduct, and the Contractor shall cooperate in the
completion of annual audits of Contractor's receipts. Any adjustments required as a
result of such audits shall take place during the month in which the audit is
conducted.
c. Contractor shall maintain such books, records, documents, and other evidence and
accounting procedures and practices as may be necessary to reflect the services
performed. All such records shall be available to the City at all reasonable times for
inspection, review or audit.
d. Contractor shall provide 12 exterior spaces and 6 interior spaces for Transfort ads,
which will be produced by the Contractor at no cost to Transfort. Transfort will have
the additional option of placing its own ads in any unused spaces until such space is
sold.
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III. PROPOSED COMPENSATION PLAN FORM
PERCENTAGE OF GROSS REVENUE YOU WILL PAY TRANSFORT
YEAR 1
%
YEAR 2
%
YEAR 3
%
YEAR 4
%
YEAR 5
%
MINIMUM YEARLY DOLLAR AMOUNT YOU WILL PAY TRANSFORT
YEAR 1
%
YEAR 2
%
YEAR 3
%
YEAR 4
%
YEAR 5
%
Submittal Requirements
All respondents are required to include the following information in the submittal as a minimum.
Respondents are to number and name each section as follows:
1. Proposed Compensation Plan Form- Fill out and return as part of your submission.
2. Vendor Statement- Fill out, sign and return as part of your submission.
3. Qualifications and Experience - Provide relevant information regarding previous
experience related to developing a similar Bus Advertising Program, to include the
following (Please limit this to a maximum of two pageso:
• Brief Company History including time in business.
• Names and location of a minimum of three similar projects.
• Name, address, and phone number of public agency reference(s) overseeing the
above -mentioned advertising efforts.
• Samples (preferably a minimum of three via a web link or "pdf' files) of work products
for similar projects.
4. List of Project Personnel - This list should include the identification of the contact person
with primary responsibility for this contract, the personnel proposed for this contract, and
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