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Home My WebLink AboutRFP - 7392 CIVIL ENGINEERING DESIGN DRAFTING & SURVEY SERVICES ON-CALLAddendum 1 7292 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Surveying Services On-Call Page 1 of 2 ADDENDUM No. 1 SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS Description of BID 7393: Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Surveying Services On-Call OPENING DATE: 3:00 PM (Our Clock) May 31, 2012 To all prospective bidders under the specifications and contract documents described above, the following changes/additions are hereby made and detailed in the following sections of this addendum: Exhibit 1 – Questions & Answers Please contact John Stephen, CPPO, LEED AP, Senior Buyer at (970) 221-6777 with any questions regarding this addendum. RECEIPT OF THIS ADDENDUM MUST BE ACKNOWLEDGED BY A WRITTEN STATEMENT ENCLOSED WITH THE BID/QUOTE STATING THAT THIS ADDENDUM HAS BEEN RECEIVED. Financial Services Purchasing Division 215 N. Mason St. 2nd Floor PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 970.221.6775 970.221.6707 fcgov.com/purchasing Addendum 1 7292 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Surveying Services On-Call Page 2 of 2 EXHIBIT 1 – QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Q. We have received a few questions asking exactly what services and sub consultants need to be included. A. The mandatory disciplines are:  Roadway and transportation engineering  Traffic Engineering  Structural engineering  Wet-utility engineering  Surveying  CAD drafting The following sub consultants are not required, but can be included at the discretion of the proposing team:  Geotechnical – Not required, but could be used occasionally.  Landscape Design/Urban Design/Irrigation – Not required, but could be used occasionally. The City has a separate on-call contract available for larger landscape/urban design projects.  Environmental Services – Not required, but could be used occasionally.  Potholing – Not required, but could be used occasionally. The City has a separate on-call contract available for potholing. The following services are not required in this submittal.  Property acquisition services  Property appraisal services  Construction inspection Q. The RFP includes CDOT Certificate of Proposed DBE Participation for Project Specific (PS) Consultant Contracts (form 1331). Since this is an on-call contract, should we use form 1330 which is the CDOT DBE Bid Conditions Assurance for Non-Project Specific (NPS) Consultant Contracts (attached)? A. Please use form 1331. Q. Are the DBE forms, certificates and resumes included in the 25 page limit? Or may they be placed in an appendix? A. You may place the forms and certificates as an appendix….but not the resumes. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 1 of 37 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 7392 CIVIL ENGINEERING, DESIGN, DRAFTING & SURVEY SERVICES ON-CALL The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide project management, design plan preparation, and construction support services for various future yet-to-be-determined civil engineering projects both locally and federally funded. Proposals may be submitted by E-mail. E-mail submittal shall be e-mailed to: jstephen@fcgov.com. Please send a separate e-mail to confirm that your proposal was received. If written proposals, five (5) copies, will be received at the City of Fort Collins' Purchasing Division, 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. Proposals will be received before 3:00 p.m. (our clock), May 31, 2012 and referenced as Proposal No. 7392. If delivered, they are to be sent to 215 North Mason Street, 2 nd Floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. If mailed, the address is P.O. Box 580, Fort Collins, 80522-0580. The City has an overall DBE goal of 9.9%. There is no specific contract goal for this project but the City encourages proposals from and the use of DBE firms. DBE goals may be set for specific Work Order Contracts depending on the scope of work and funding source. Questions concerning the scope of the project should be directed to Project Manager, Dean Klingner at (970) 221-6511 or dklingner@fcgov.com. Questions regarding bid submittal or process should be directed to John Stephen, LEED AP, CPPO, Senior Buyer, at (970) 221-6775 or jstephen@fcgov.com. A copy of the Proposal may be obtained as follows: 1. Download the Proposal/Bid from the BuySpeed Webpage, www.fcgov.com/eprocurement 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, Financial Services Purchasing Division 215 N. Mason St. 2nd Floor PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 970.221.6775 970.221.6707 fcgov.com/purchasing RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 2 of 37 equipment, material, supplies or services where such officer or employee exercises directly or indirectly any decision-making authority concerning such sale or any supervisory authority over the services to be rendered. This rule also applies to subcontracts with the City. Soliciting or accepting any gift, gratuity favor, entertainment, kickback or any items of monetary value from any person who has or is seeking to do business with the City of Fort Collins is prohibited. Collusive or sham proposals: Any proposal deemed to be collusive or a sham proposal will be rejected and reported to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this proposal assures that such proposal is genuine and is not a collusive or sham proposal. The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to waive any irregularities or informalities. Sincerely, James B. O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP Director of Purchasing & Risk Management RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 3 of 37 7392 CIVIL ENGINEERING, DESIGN, DRAFTING & SURVEY SERVICES ON-CALL I. PURPOSE The City of Fort Collins, Engineering Department, is seeking a qualified on-call full service Civil Engineering Consultant (“Consultant”) to provide all disciplines of civil engineering design, project management, engineering review, drafting, and survey services related to a variety of civil engineering projects. The successful Consultant will address all of the tasks, issues, and requested information in their proposal, possess the requisite skills, experience and manpower necessary to produce high quality deliverables on time and on budget, and be motivated to work with City staff, other funding partners’ staff, and citizens to accomplish the project goals and objectives. II. BACKGROUND The City has historically demonstrated a need for on-call Engineering support. Typical services requested include civil engineering design and construction support, drafting, traffic engineering, structural engineering, surveying, drainage engineering, property acquisition services and environmental engineering. Project size can vary from small, simple projects to large complex ones. This contract may be utilized by all City Departments. II. SCOPE OF SERVICES On-Call Civil Engineering Design, Drafting and Surveying Services The Consultant will work closely with City Project Managers to design and/or draft conceptual, preliminary, and final improvement plans. Project specific surveying may also be required on some projects. The Consultant will be responsible for producing plan documents under the direction of a City Project Manager. The plan documents will typically include, but not be limited to, the following: general notes, summary of quantities, removals, plan views, profile views, cross sections, specifications, construction notes and details suitable for construction. The City may also ask the Consultant to assist in all aspects of the project design, calculation of plan quantities, plans required for right of way acquisition and other work related to producing construction documents. It is essential that the successful Consultant be familiar with the Larimer County Urban Area Street Standards (LUCASS) and CDOT standards, requirements and procedures. Additional requirements may include: • Researching existing panel and right-of-way boundaries, legal descriptions, easements, water rights, etc. • Analyzing, interpreting and presenting traffic engineering data including intersection design, roundabout design, accident analysis, and pedestrian, bike, and transit-specific design. • Creating displays and graphic representations of various design project elements for meetings, project web sites, and/or City Board and Commission meetings. • Attend coordination and review meetings, public meetings, and property owner meetings. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 4 of 37 • Coordination with other consultants. The Consultant may be required to provide design, drafting and/or surveying services. The Consultant will work closely with a City Project Manager to produce the best possible design within the budget constraints associated with that project. Survey data is sometimes collected by City crews; however, there may be certain instances where the Consultant will be required to collect their own survey data because of City staff’s workload. The City does not require specific design software to be used, but final drawings shall be submitted to the City in AutoCAD and .pdf. Our anticipated need for design and drafting work is expected to be on an “as needed” basis. The Consultant should expect that services required for individual projects could range up to 500 hours depending on the complexity of the project(s). The City is seeking Consultants that can excel at delivering projects with complex requirements (City and CDOT Standards, Federal Funding, publicly controversial projects, etc.). Equally important is the Consultant’s ability to quickly, efficiently and cost- effectively complete small, straightforward projects. The City’s intent is to use this Contract with multiple different funding sources, depending on the project. • For projects using Federal-Aid funding, CDOT will specify a DBE goal and the attached Required Contract Provisions Federal-Aid Construction Contracts apply. Proposing teams should outline their ability to meet DBE goals in their proposals. These projects will be set up on a cost-plus-fixed-fee basis. • For projects using Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding the attached FTA requirements will be applied. The City reserves the right to award to multiple consultants. III. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE CONSULTANTS Proposals should be kept to 25 pages or fewer. Please include the following in your proposal: • Resumes for all members of your firm who are proposed to provide the actual services. Resumes should include the person's name, title or job classification, qualifications and experience related to roadway design, computer drafting, and/or surveying, and specify the length of service with your firm. • Experience with on-call contracts for municipalities with the same staff and team as proposed. • References for your firm. • A list of computer hardware and software available to your surveyors, technicians, RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 5 of 37 and engineers which they can use efficiently. Planned Consultant Selection Schedule • Due to Purchasing: May 31, 2012 • Interviews with Finalists: Week of June 11, 2012 • Final Selection: Week of June 11, 2012 IV. RENEWABLE CONTRACT This agreement is effective for one year from the date on the service agreement. In addition, at the option of the City, the Agreement may be extended for additional one year periods not to exceed four (4) 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. V. FIRM CEILING PRICE The firm ceiling price for year one will not exceed $300,000. This firm ceiling price may be adjusted each year in the annual renewal process. Each work order will be limited to $75,000. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 6 of 37 IV. SELECTION CRITERIA AND METHOD Review and Assessment Professional firms will be evaluated on the following criteria. These criteria will be the basis for review of the written proposals and 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 2.0 Scope of Proposal Does the proposal show an understanding of the project objective, methodology to be used and results that are desired from the project? 2.0 Assigned Personnel Do the persons who will be working on the project have the necessary skills? Are sufficient people of the requisite skills assigned to the project? 1.0 Availability Can the work be completed in the necessary time? Can the target start and completion dates be met? 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? 3.0 Firm Capability Does the firm have the support capabilities the assigned personnel require? Has the firm done previous projects of this type and scope? 1.0 UDBE Is the primary firm a UDBE or has the primary firm submitted UDBE participation that meets or exceeds UDBE goal for the project? RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 7 of 37 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 Overall Performance Would you hire this Professional again? Did they show the skills required by this project? Timetable Was the original Scope of Work completed within the specified time? Were interim deadlines met in a timely manner? Completeness Was the Professional responsive to 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 a) If a study, did it meet the Scope of Work? b) If Professional administered a construction contract, was the project functional upon completion and did it operate properly? Were problems corrected quickly and effectively? VI. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Billings and payments will be made using the prices listed on the agreed to Price Schedule. In the event that a service is requested, which is not listed on the Price Schedule, the Consultant, and the City will negotiate an appropriate unit price for the service. A copy of the City's standard Professional Services Agreement is attached. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 8 of 37 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 9 of 37 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WORK ORDER TYPE 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 "Professional". 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 Professional agrees to provide services in accordance with any project Work Orders for , issued by the City. A blank sample of a work order is attached hereto as Exhibit "A", consisting of ( ) pages and is incorporated herein by this reference. The City reserves the right to independently bid any project rather than issuing a Work Order to the Professional for the same pursuant to this Agreement. 2. The Work Schedule. The services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be performed in accordance with the Work Schedule stated on each Work Order. 3. Time of Commencement and Completion of Services. The services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be initiated as specified on each Work Order. Time is of the essence. Any extensions of any time limit must be agreed upon in writing by the parties hereto. 4. Contract Period. [Option 1] This Agreement shall commence , 20 , and shall continue in full force and effect until , 20 , unless sooner terminated as herein provided. In addition, at the option of the City, the Agreement may be extended for additional one year periods not to exceed ( ) 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 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 10 of 37 be used as a guide. Written notice of renewal shall be provided to the Professional and mailed no later than ninety (90) days prior to contract end. 5. 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 Professional. 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 address: Professional: City: City of Fort Collins Attn: PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 With Copy to: City of Fort Collins Attn: Purchasing PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 In the event of any such early termination by the City, the Professional shall be paid for services rendered prior to the date of termination subject only to the satisfactory performance of the Professional's obligations under this Agreement. Such payment shall be the Professional's sole right and remedy for such termination. 6. Design, Project Insurance and Insurance Responsibility. The Professional shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, timely completion and the coordination of all services rendered by the Professional, including but not limited to designs, plans, reports, specifications, and drawings and shall, without additional compensation, promptly remedy and correct any errors, omissions, or other deficiencies. The Professional shall indemnify, save and hold harmless the City its officers and employees, in accordance with Colorado law, from all damages whatsoever claimed by third parties against the City and for the City's costs and reasonable attorney’s fees arising directly or indirectly out of the Professional's negligent performance of any of the services furnished under this Agreement. The Professional shall maintain commercial general liability insurance in the amount of $500,000 combined single limits and errors and omissions insurance in the amount of . RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 11 of 37 7. Compensation. In consideration of services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement, the City agrees to pay Professional on a time and reimbursable direct cost basis designated in Exhibit "B", consisting of ( ) page(s), attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. At the election of the City, each Work Order may contain a maximum fee, which shall be negotiated by the parties hereto for each such Work Order. Monthly partial payments based upon the Professional's billings and itemized statements are permissible. The amounts of all such partial payments shall be based upon the Professional's City-verified progress in completing the services to be performed pursuant to the Work Order and upon approval of the Professional's direct reimbursable expenses. Final payment shall be made following acceptance of the work by the City. Upon final payment, all designs, plans, reports, specifications, drawings, and other services rendered by the Professional shall become the sole property of the City. 8. City Representative. The City will designate, prior to commencement of work, its project representative who shall make, within the scope of his or her authority, all necessary and proper decisions with reference to the project. All requests for contract interpretations, change orders, and other clarification or instruction shall be directed to the City Representative. 9. Project Drawings. Upon conclusion of the project and before final payment, the Professional shall provide the City with reproducible drawings of the project containing accurate information on the project as constructed. Drawings shall be of archival, prepared on stable mylar base material using a non-fading process to provide for long storage and high quality reproduction. "CD" disc of the as-built drawings shall also be submitted to the owner in and AutoCAD version no older then the established city standard. 10. Monthly Report. Commencing thirty (30) days after Notice to Proceed is given on any Work Order and every thirty days thereafter, Professional is required to provide the City Representative with a written report of the status of the work with respect to the Work Order, RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 12 of 37 Work Schedule and other material information. Failure to provide any required monthly report may, at the option of the City, suspend the processing of any partial payment request. 11. Independent Contractor. The services to be performed by Professional are those of an independent contractor and not of an employee of the City of Fort Collins. The City shall not be responsible for withholding any portion of Professional's compensation hereunder for the payment of FICA, Workers' Compensation, other taxes or benefits or for any other purpose. 12. Personal Services. It is understood that the City enters into this Agreement based on the special abilities of the Professional and that this Agreement shall be considered as an agreement for personal services. Accordingly, the Professional shall neither assign any responsibilities nor delegate any duties arising under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the City. 13. Acceptance Not Waiver. The City's approval of drawings, designs, plans, specifications, reports, and incidental work or materials furnished hereunder shall not in any way relieve the Professional of responsibility for the quality or technical accuracy of the work. 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. 14. 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. 15. 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 party RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 13 of 37 shall be liable to the non-defaulting party for the non-defaulting party's reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred because of the default. 16. 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. 17. 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. 18. Prohibition Against Employing Illegal Aliens. Pursuant to Section 8-17.5-101, C.R.S., et. seq., Professional represents and agrees that: a. As of the date of this Agreement: 1. Professional does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien who will perform work under this Agreement; and 2. Professional 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. Professional 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. c. Professional 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. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 14 of 37 d. If Professional obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Professional shall: 1. Notify such subcontractor and the City within three days that Professional 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 Professional 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. Professional 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 Professional 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, Professional shall be liable for actual and consequential damages to the City arising out of Professional’s violation of Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. g. The City will notify the Office of the Secretary of State if Professional violates this provision of this Agreement and the City terminates the Agreement for such breach. 19. Special Provisions. Special provisions or conditions relating to the services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement are set forth in Exhibit "C", consisting of ( ) page(s), attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 15 of 37 THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO By: _________________________________ James B. O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP Director of Purchasing & Risk Management Date: ______________________________ ATTEST: _________________________________ City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________________ Assistant City Attorney [Insert Professional's name] or [Insert Partnership Name] or [Insert individual's name] or Doing business as [insert name of business] By: _________________________________ Title: _______________________________ CORPORATE PRESIDENT OR VICE PRESIDENT Date: _______________________________ ATTEST: _________________________________ (Corporate Seal) Corporate Secretary RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 16 of 37 EXHIBIT "A" WORK ORDER FORM PURSUANT TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS AND DATED: Work Order Number: Purchase Order Number: Project Title: Commencement Date: Completion Date: Maximum Fee: (time and reimbursable direct costs): Project Description: _________________________________________________________________________________ Scope of Services: _________________________________________________________________________________ User Acceptance _________________________________ Professional agrees to perform the services identified above and on the attached forms in accordance with the terms and conditions contained herein and in the Professional Services Agreement between the parties. In the event of a conflict between or ambiguity in the terms of the Professional Services Agreement and this work order (including the attached forms) the Professional Services Agreement shall control. The attached forms consisting of ___ (_) pages are hereby accepted and incorporated herein, by this reference, and Notice to Proceed is hereby given. Professional By:_______________________________ Date:_____________________________ City of Fort Collins By: _______________________________ James B. O’Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP Director of Purchasing and Risk Management (over $60,000.00) Date: ____________________________ RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 17 of 37 DBE DEFINITIONS & REQUIREMENTS Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Regulations ATTENTION CONSULTANTS - Notice On June 21, 2001, in order to more narrowly tailor CDOT's DBE program to conform with the results of CDOT's 2001 Disparity Study update, the Colorado Transportation Commission adopted Resolution No. 966, which established a new definition of Underutilized DBE (UDBE) for construction contracts and for consultant contracts and set a 10.93% overall annual DBE goal for the remainder of FFY 2001 and for FFY 2002. The Disparity Study Update found that ALL DBES were underutilized on CDOT construction contracts and on CDOT consultant contracts, i.e., it determined that ALL DBES WILL BE CONSIDERED TO BE UDBES. Since all CDOT DBEs are considered to be UDBEs, CDOT's DBE list will also be the UDBE list. Please contact Business Programs with questions about this change. Telephone: 303- 757-9162 or 800-925-3427 or e-mail Karen.Gonzales@dot.state.co.us. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE DEFINITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 1. Definitions and Procedures - For this project, the following terms are defined: A. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE). A small business concern that is certified as being: 1. At least 51 percent owned by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals or, in the case of any publicly owned business, at least 51 percent of the stock of which is owned by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals; and 2. Whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more of the socially and economically disadvantaged individuals who own it. 3. "Socially and Economically Disadvantaged individuals" means those individuals who are citizens or lawfully admitted permanent residents of the United States and who are: (a) Minorities or individuals found by the Small Business Administration pursuant to Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act to be disadvantaged. (b) Individuals found by CDOT's Office of Certification to be socially and economically disadvantaged. B. DBE Joint Venture. An association of two or more businesses formed to carry out a single business enterprise for profit for which purposes they combine their property, capital, efforts, skills and knowledge. DBE joint RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 18 of 37 ventures must be certified as a joint venture. The DBE percentage of the joint venture will be determined at the time of certification. C. Underutilized DBE (UDBE). A firm which meets the definition of Underutilized Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (UDBE) based on the findings and recommendations of CDOT's Disparity Study and is eligible to meet the contract goal as defined in the paragraph titled "Contract Goal." D. Contract Goal. The goal for UDBE participation that the Department determines should appropriately be met by the selected consultant, based on the type of work included in each project and the availability of UDBEs capable of performing such work. The Contract goal will be the percentage stated in the invitation for consultant services and in the project documents. E. Certification as a DBE by the Department 1. Any small business may apply to the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) for status as a DBE. Application shall be made on forms provided by CDOT for certification of DBEs. However, only work contracted or subcontracted to DBEs that also qualify as UDBEs and independently performed by UDBEs shall be considered toward contract goals as established elsewhere in these specifications. 2. It shall be the DBE applicant's responsibility to submit applications so that CDOT has sufficient time to render decisions. CDOT will review applications in a timely manner but is not committed to render decisions about a firm's DBE status within any given period of time. 3. The Department will make available a list of DBE contractors, consultants, vendors and suppliers for the purpose of providing a reference source to assist any consultant in identifying DBEs and UDBEs. Consultants will be solely responsible for verifying the Certification of UDBEs they intend to use prior to submitting a Statement of Interest (SOI.) The DBE list is available at: http://www.dot.state.co.us/app_ucp/ 2. Selection of UDBEs by Consultant: A. Consultants shall exercise their own judgments in selecting any subconsultant to perform any portion of the work. 3. Requirements A. The use of UDBEs is an evaluation factor for consultant selection under Section 24-30-1403 (2) CRS. All Consultants shall submit with their proposals a list of the names of their UDBE subconsultants to meet the contract goal. B. If the Consultant proposes to voluntarily use any non-UDBEs on the project, the Consultant shall also submit the names of those DBEs. However, the non-UDBEs will not be used to meet the UDBE goal for the project. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 19 of 37 C. Evaluation points will be awarded for UDBE participation during the Statement of Interest (SOI) scoring. A maximum of 5 evaluation points will be awarded for UDBE participation during the SOI scoring. If the consultant doesn't submit sufficient UDBE participation to meet the project goal, they may be awarded from 0 to 4 points, based on the amount of UDBE participation they submit. The consultant must submit all UDBE participation commitments on either CDOT Form #1330 (for NPS Contracts) or CDOT Form #1331 (for PS Contracts) with their SOI in order to receive the corresponding evaluation points. D. The selected consultant must use the UDBE firms named (if any) on CDOT Form #1330 or #1331 in the Statement of Interest for the items of work described. The replacement of a named UDBE firm will be allowed only as provided for in (6) of the DBE Definitions and Requirements. Failure to comply may constitute grounds for default and termination of the Contract. E. Consultant's UDBE Obligation. 1. The Consultant submitting a Statement of Interest and a Work Plan on consultant projects advertised by the Department agrees to ensure that UDBEs, as defined in this special provision, have equal opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts or subcontracts. The prime Consultant shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the selection and bidding process or the performance of contracts. 2. To ensure that UDBEs are offered equal opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts, it is the responsibility of the prime Consultant to offer and to provide assistance to UDBEs related to the UDBE performance of the subcontract. However, the UDBE must independently perform a commercially useful function on the project, as described in F(4) below. F. Counting UDBE Participation Toward Goals 1. Once a firm has been certified as a DBE that qualifies as a UDBE, the total dollar amount of the contract awarded to the firm shall be counted toward the contract goal as explained below, and as modified for the project in the project special provisions titled "Contract Goal." 2. The actual dollar total of a proposed subcontract, supply or service contract with any UDBE firm shall be reported to the Department in the Consultant's Cost Proposal. 3. The eligibility of a proposed UDBE subconsultant will be finally established based on the firm's status at the time the contract is signed. If a firm becomes certified as a DBE during performance under a fully executed contract with CDOT but prior to the UDBE performing any work, then 100% of the work performed by the firm under that contract may be claimed as eligible work. No work performed by a UDBE firm RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 20 of 37 can be counted toward UDBE participation prior to the firm receiving certification as a DBE. 4. The Consultant may count toward its contract goal only that percentage of expenditures to UDBEs which independently perform a commercially useful function in the work of a contract. A UDBE is considered to be performing a commercially useful function by actually performing, managing, and supervising the work involved. To determine whether a UDBE is performing a commercially useful function, the Department will evaluate the amount of work subcontracted, work performed solely by the UDBE, industry practices, and other relevant factors. 5. A UDBE may enter into subcontracts consistent with normal industry practices. If a UDBE subcontracts over 51% of the work of the Contract the UDBE shall be presumed not to be performing a commercially useful function. The UDBE may present evidence to rebut this presumption to the Department. 6. The Consultant may count toward its contract goal the percentage of expenditures for materials and supplies obtained from UDBE suppliers (regular dealers) and manufacturers specifically for use on the project, provided that the UDBEs assume the actual and contractual responsibility for and actually provide the materials and supplies. a. The Consultant may count 100 percent of its expenditures to an UDBE manufacturer if the purchased items are to be used on the project. A UDBE manufacturer is a certified firm that operates or maintains a factory or establishment that produces on the premises the materials or supplies obtained by the Consultant. b. The Consultant may count 60 percent of its expenditures to UDBE suppliers that are not manufacturers, provided that the UDBE supplier performs a commercially useful function in the supply process. A supplier is a certified firm that owns, operates, or maintains a store, warehouse, or other establishment in which the materials or supplies required for the performance of the Contract are bought, kept in stock, and regularly sold to the public in the usual course of business. To be a supplier the firm must engage in, as its principal business and in its own name, the purchase and sale of the products in question. A supplier in such bulk items as steel, cement, gravel, stone, and petroleum products need not keep such products in stock, if it owns or operates distribution equipment. Brokers and packagers shall not be regarded as manufacturers or suppliers within the meaning of this section. c. The Consultant may count toward its UDBE goal the following expenditures to UDBE firms that are not manufacturers or suppliers: RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 21 of 37 1. The fees or commissions charged for providing a bona fide service, such as professional, technical, consultant or managerial services and assistance in the procurement of essential personnel, facilities, equipment, materials or supplies required for performance of the Contract, provided that the fee or commission is determined by the Department to be reasonable and not excessive as compared with fees customarily allowed for similar services. 2. The fees charged for delivery of materials and supplies required to a job site (but not the cost of the materials and supplies themselves) when the hauler, trucker, or delivery service is not also the manufacturer of or a supplier of the materials and supplies, provided that the fee is determined by the Department to be reasonable and not excessive as compared with fees customarily allowed for similar services. 3. The fees or commissions charged for providing any bonds or insurance specifically required for the performance of the Contract, provided that the fee or commission is determined by the Department to be reasonable and not excessive as compared with fees customarily allowed for similar services. 4. Determination of goal achievement To determine the goals achieved under this Contract, the UDBE participation shall be divided by the original prime Contract amount and multiplied by 100 to determine the percentage of performance. The Consultant shall maintain records of payment that show amounts paid to all UDBEs and DBEs. The Consultant shall submit a CDOT Form #1313 with each billing/invoice to the Department listing all subconsultants (including UDBEs and other DBEs) that participated in this Contract and the dollar amount paid to each. The Consultant shall certify the amount paid, which may be audited by the Department. When the participation by UDBEs is less than the Consultant committed to the Department, the Consultant shall submit a statement to CDOT along with the CDOT Form #1313 that indicates the amount of participation and gives reasons why it was different from the Consultant's SOI commitment. 5. Replacement of UDBEs used to meet the contract goal A. Based upon a showing of good cause the Consultant may request that a UDBE named in the Consultant's Statement of Interest be replaced with another UDBE pursuant to the terms and conditions of this special provision. Replacements will be allowed only with prior written approval of the Department. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 22 of 37 B. If a replacement is to be requested prior to the time that the named UDBE has begun to effectively prosecute the work under a fully executed subcontract, the Consultant shall furnish to the Department the following: 1. Written permission of the named UDBE. Written permission may be waived only if such permission cannot be obtained for reasons beyond the control of the Consultant. 2. A full written disclosure of the circumstances making it impossible for the Consultant to comply with the condition of award. 3. Documentation of the Consultant's assistance to the UDBE named in the Consultant's Statement of Interest. 4. Copies of any pertinent correspondence and documented verbal communications between the Consultant and the named UDBE. 5. Documentation of the Good Faith Efforts in finding a replacement UDBE and the results of the efforts. It is within the control of the Consultant to locate, prior to award, UDBEs that offer reasonable prices and that could reasonably be expected to perform the work. For this reason, increased cost shall not, by itself, be considered sufficient reason for not providing an in-kind replacement. C. In the event a UDBE begins to prosecute the work and is unable to satisfactorily complete performance of the work, the Consultant shall furnish to the Department the following: 1. Documentation that the subject UDBE did not perform in a satisfactory manner. 2. Documentation of the Consultant's assistance to the UDBE prior to finding the UDBE in default. 3. A copy of the certified letter finding the UDBE to be in default or a letter from the UDBE stating that it cannot complete the work and it is turning the work back to the Consultant. 4. Copy of the contract between the Consultant and the UDBE, plus any modifications thereto. 6. Sanctions RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 23 of 37 A. It is the obligation of the Consultant to provide UDBE firms with equal opportunity to participate in the performance of the work. B. It is the responsibility of UDBE firms to perform their work in a responsible manner fully consistent with the intent of the DBE program, and in substantial compliance with the terms and conditions of these DBE definitions and requirements. C. UDBE firms which fail to perform a commercially useful function as described in subsection 4(E) of these DBE definitions and requirements or operate in a manner which is not consistent with the intent of the DBE program may be subject to revocation of certification. D. A finding by the Department that the Consultant has failed to comply with the terms and conditions of these DBE definitions and requirements may constitute sufficient grounds for default and termination of the Contract. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 24 of 37 LOCAL AGENCY PROCEDURES FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES THE LOCAL AGENCY SHALL USE THESE PROCEDURES TO IMPLEMENT FEDERAL-AID PROJECT AGREEMENTS WITH PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT SERVICES Title 23 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 172 applies to a federally funded local agency project agreement administered by CDOT that involves professional consultant services. 23 CFR 172.1 states “The policies and procedures involve federally funded contracts for engineering and design related services for projects subject to the provisions of 23 U.S.C. 112(a) and are issued to ensure that a qualified consultant is obtained through an equitable selection process, that prescribed work is properly accomplished in a timely manner, and at fair and reasonable cost” and according to 23 CFR 172.5 “Price shall not be used as a factor in the analysis and selection phase.” Therefore, local agencies must comply with these CFR requirements when obtaining professional consultant services under a federally funded consultant contract administered by CDOT. CDOT has formulated its procedures in Procedural Directive (P.D.) 400.1 and the related operations guidebook titled "Obtaining Professional Consultant Services". This directive and guidebook incorporate requirements from both Federal and State regulations, i.e., 23 CFR 172 and CRS §24-30-1401 et seq. Copies of the directive and the guidebook may be obtained upon request from CDOT's Agreements and Consultant Management Unit. [Local agencies should have their own written procedures on file for each method of procurement that addresses the items in 23 CFR 172]. Because the procedures and laws described in the Procedural Directive and the guidebook are quite lengthy, the subsequent steps serve as a short-hand guide to CDOT procedures that a local agency must follow in obtaining professional consultant services. This guidance follows the format of 23 CFR 172. The steps are: 1. The contracting local agency shall document the need for obtaining professional services. 2. Prior to solicitation for consultant services, the contracting local agency shall develop a detailed scope of work and a list of evaluation factors and their relative importance. The evaluation factors are those identified in C.R.S. 24-30-1403. Also, a detailed cost estimate should be prepared for use during negotiations. 3. The contracting agency must advertise for contracts in conformity with the requirements of C.R.S. 24-30-1405. The public notice period, when such notice is required, is a minimum of 15 days prior to the selection of the three most qualified firms and the advertising should be done in one or more daily newspapers of general circulation. 4. The request for consultant services should include the scope of work, the evaluation factors and their relative importance, the method of payment, and the goal of 10% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation as a minimum for the project. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 25 of 37 5. The analysis and selection of the consultants shall be done in accordance with CRS §24-30-1403. This section of the regulation identifies the criteria to be used in the evaluation of CDOT pre-qualified prime consultants and their team. It also shows which criteria are used to short-list and to make a final selection. The short-list is based on the following evaluation factors: a. Qualifications, b. Approach to the Work, c. Ability to furnish professional services. d. Anticipated design concepts, and e. Alternative methods of approach for furnishing the professional services. Evaluation factors for final selection are the consultant's: a. Abilities of their personnel, b. Past performance, c. Willingness to meet the time and budget requirement, d. Location, e. Current and projected work load, f. Volume of previously awarded contracts, and g. Involvement of minority consultants. 6. Once a consultant is selected, the local agency enters into negotiations with the consultant to obtain a fair and reasonable price for the anticipated work. Pre- negotiation audits are prepared for contracts expected to be greater than $50,000. Federal reimbursements for costs are limited to those costs allowable under the cost principles of 48 CFR 31. Fixed fees (profit) are determined with consideration given to size, complexity, duration, and degree of risk involved in the work. Profit is in the range of six to 15 percent of the total direct and indirect costs. 7. A qualified local agency employee shall be responsible and in charge of the Work to ensure that the work being pursued is complete, accurate, and consistent with the terms, conditions, and specifications of the contract. At the end of Work, the local agency prepares a performance evaluation (a CDOT form is available) on the consultant. 8. Each of the steps listed above is to be documented in accordance with the provisions of 49 CFR 18.42, which provide for records to be kept at least three years from the date that the local agency submits its final expenditure report. Records of projects under litigation shall be kept at least three years after the case has been settled. CRS §§24-30-1401 through 24-30-1408, 23 CFR Part 172, and P.D. 400.1, provide additional details for complying with the preceeding eight (8) steps. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 26 of 37 FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Federally Required and Other Model Contract Clauses 1. NO GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES ..............................................................27 2. PROGRAM FRAUD AND FALSE OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENTS AND RELATED ACTS.....................................................................................................................................................27 3. ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS.....................................................................................27 4. FEDERAL CHANGES ...................................................................................................................28 5. TERMINATION ..............................................................................................................................29 6. CIVIL RIGHTS REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................30 7. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE)...................................................................31 8. INCORPORATION OF FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) TERMS..........................32 9. GOVERNMENT-WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) ....................32 10. BREACHES AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION..................................................................................33 11. LOBBYING ....................................................................................................................................34 12. CLEAN AIR....................................................................................................................................35 13. CLEAN WATER REQUIREMENTS ...............................................................................................36 14. SEISMIC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................36 15. ENERGY CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................36 16. ADA Access..................................................................................................................................36 17. CITY OF FORT COLLINS BID PROTEST PROCEDURES ...........................................................37 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 27 of 37 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 party to this contract and shall not be subject to any obligations or liabilities to the Purchaser, Contractor, or any other party (whether or not a party to that contract) pertaining to any matter resulting from the underlying contract. (2) The Contractor agrees to include the above clause in each subcontract financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed that the clause shall not be modified, except to identify the 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. 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 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 28 of 37 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). D. FTA does not require the inclusion of these requirements in subcontracts. Requirements for Access to Records and Reports by Types of Contract Contract Characteristics Operational Service Contract Turnkey Construction Architectural Engineering Acquisition of Rolling Stock Professional Services I State Grantees a. Contracts below SAT ($100,000) b. Contracts above $100,000/Capital Projects None None unless1 non- competitive award Those imposed on state pass thru to Contractor None Yes, if non- competitive award or if funded thru2 5307/5309/5 311 None None unless non- RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 29 of 37 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. TERMINATION a. Termination for Convenience (General Provision) The City may terminate this contract, in whole or in part, at any time by written notice to the Contractor when it is in the Government's best interest. The Contractor shall be paid its costs, including contract close-out costs, and profit on work performed up to the time of termination. The Contractor shall promptly submit its termination claim to the City to be paid the Contractor. If the Contractor has any property in its possession belonging to the City, the Contractor will account for the same, and dispose of it in the manner the City directs. b. Termination for Default [Breach or Cause] (General Provision) If the Contractor does not deliver supplies in accordance with the contract delivery schedule, or, if the contract is for services, the Contractor fails to perform in the manner called for in the contract, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any other provisions of the contract, the City may terminate this contract for default. Termination shall be effected by serving a notice of termination on the contractor setting forth the manner in which the Contractor is in default. The contractor will only be paid the contract price for supplies delivered and accepted, or services performed in accordance with the manner of performance set forth in the contract. If it is later determined by the City that the Contractor had an excusable reason for not performing, such as a strike, fire, or flood, events which are not the fault of or are beyond the control of the Contractor, the City, after setting up a new delivery of performance schedule, may allow the Contractor to continue work, or treat the termination as a termination for convenience. c. Opportunity to Cure (General Provision) The City in its sole discretion may, in the case of a termination for breach or default, allow the Contractor [an appropriately short period of time] in which to cure the defect. In such case, the notice of termination will state the time period in which cure is permitted and other appropriate conditions If Contractor fails to remedy to the City’s satisfaction the breach or default of any of the terms, covenants, or conditions of this Contract within [ten (10) days] after receipt by Contractor of written notice from the City setting forth the nature of said breach or default, the City shall have the right to terminate the Contract without any further obligation to Contractor. Any such termination for default shall not in any way operate to preclude the City from also pursuing all available remedies against Contractor and its sureties for said breach or default. d. Waiver of Remedies for any Breach In the event that the City elects to waive its remedies for any breach by Contractor of any covenant, term or condition of this Contract, such waiver by the City shall not limit the City’s remedies for any succeeding breach of that or of any other term, covenant, or condition of this Contract. i. Termination for Convenience or Default (Architect and Engineering) The City may terminate this contract in whole or in part, for the Recipient's convenience or because of RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 30 of 37 the failure of the Contractor to fulfill the contract obligations. The City shall terminate by delivering to the Contractor a Notice of Termination specifying the nature, extent, and effective date of the termination. Upon receipt of the notice, the Contractor shall (1) immediately discontinue all services affected (unless the notice directs otherwise), and (2) deliver to the Contracting Officer all data, drawings, specifications, reports, estimates, summaries, and other information and materials accumulated in performing this contract, whether completed or in process. If the termination is for the convenience of the Recipient, the Contracting Officer shall make an equitable adjustment in the contract price but shall allow no anticipated profit on unperformed services. If the termination is for failure of the Contractor to fulfill the contract obligations, the Recipient may complete the work by contact or otherwise and the Contractor shall be liable for any additional cost incurred by the Recipient. If, after termination for failure to fulfill contract obligations, it is determined that the Contractor was not in default, the rights and obligations of the parties shall be the same as if the termination had been issued for the convenience of the Recipient. 6. 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: (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 seq., (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, RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 31 of 37 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. 7. 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 9.9 %. 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)). Offerors must present the information required above [as a matter of responsiveness] [with initial proposals] (see 49 CFR 26.53(3)). {If no separate contract goal has been established, use the following} The successful bidder/offeror will be required to report its DBE participation obtained through race-neutral means throughout the period of performance. d. 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, [is required to return any retainage payments to those subcontractors within 30 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 32 of 37 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.] e. 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. 8. 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 4220.1E, 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. 9. 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 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 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 33 of 37 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. 10. 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 City'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 City, 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 others for whose acts he is legally liable, a claim for damages therefor 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 City 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 City is located. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 34 of 37 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 City, (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. 11. 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 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 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 35 of 37 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 12. 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 RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 36 of 37 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. 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. 14. SEISMIC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Seismic Safety - The contractor agrees that any new building or addition to an existing building will be designed and constructed in accordance with the standards for Seismic Safety required in Department of Transportation Seismic Safety Regulations 49 CFR Part 41 and will certify to compliance to the extent required by the regulation. The contractor also agrees to ensure that all work performed under this contract including work performed by a subcontractor is in compliance with the standards required by the Seismic Safety Regulations and the certification of compliance issued on the project. 15. 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. 16. ADA Access Accessibility. Facilities to be used in public transportation service must comply with 42 U.S.C. Sections 12101 et seq. and DOT regulations, “Transportation Services for Individuals with Disabilities (ADA),” 49 CFR Part 37; and Joint ATBCB/DOT regulations, “Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Accessibility Specifications for Transportation Vehicles,” 36 CFR Part 1192 and 49 CFR Part 38. Notably, DOT incorporated by reference the ATBCB’s “Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines” (ADAAG), revised July 2004, which include accessibility guidelines for buildings and facilities, and are incorporated into Appendix A to 49 CFR Part 37. DOT also added specific provisions to Appendix A modifying the ADAAG, with the result that buildings and facilities must comply with both the ADAAG and amendments thereto in Appendix A to 49 CFR Part 37. RFP 7392 Civil Engineering, Design, Drafting & Survey Services On-Call Page 37 of 37 17. CITY OF FORT COLLINS BID PROTEST PROCEDURES The City of Fort Collins has a protest procedure, covering any phase of solicitation or award, including but not limited to specification or award. The protest procedures are available from the Purchasing Department, City of Fort Collins, 215 N. Mason, Street, 2nd Floor, P. O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO. 80522. You may also request a copy of the procedures by emailing: Purchasing@fcgov.com or calling 970-221-6775. competitive award None None unless non- competitive award None None unless non- competitive award II Non State Grantees a. Contracts below SAT ($100,000) b. Contracts above $100,000/Capital Projects Yes3 Yes3 Those imposed on non-state Grantee pass thru to Contractor Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Sources of Authority: 1 49 USC 5325 (a) 2 49 CFR 633.17 3 18 CFR 18.36 (i) 4. FEDERAL CHANGES