HomeMy WebLinkAboutWORK ORDER - RFP - 7318 INTERPRETIVE FEATURES ON NATURAL AREAS (4)WORK ORDER
PURSUAW TO AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
AND
ECOS Communications, Inc.
DATED: January23,2014
Work Omer Number.2014-NAD-2
Purchase Order Number.
ProjectTitle: interpretive Features on Natural Areas
Original BkVRFP Project Number 3 Name: 7315 Interpretive Features on Natural Areas
Commencement Date: January 1, 2014
Completion Date: December31,2014
Maximum Fee: (time and reimbursable direct costs):$8,000
Project Description: See attached scope of work entitled:
SCOPE OF WORK WITH EGOS COMMUNICATIONS, INC.FOR INTERPRE W FEATURES ON
NATURALAREAS
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ad hoc projects may be 1dude natural areas along the Cache in paudre a� depending on
the needs of the Natural Areas DepadmenL
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identified above and on the attached forms in
accordance with the terms and conditions
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conflict between or ambiguity In the terms of the
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Director of Purchasing and Risk Management
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SCOPE OF WORK
WITH ECOS COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
FOR
INTERPRETIVE FEATURES ON NATURAL
AREAS
This scope of work is for the planning, design, writing, layout, and fabrication of interpretive
panels at two kiosks along the Cache la Poudre River features to be installed at Lee Martinez
Park and the Spring Creck and P6_udr6trails confluence,—.
These interpretive features will be planned and coordinated with City of Fort Collins Parks
Department.
—It is the desire of the Natural Areas Department to have creative and. unique Interpretive features
at its natural areas, that are appropriate for the subject matter and audience, and that are
presented in a dynamic and engaging manner, including incorporating appropriate modern
communication technology (i.e. Quick Response codes, messages that change with changing
conditions, and others that reflect changing trends in outdoor interpretation). Interpretive features
must provide entertaining, accurate, and meaningful interpretive experiences for the visitors. The
interpretive features usually should accommodate a wide range of visitor ages and abilities, and
enable visitors to use multiple senses and leaming styles. The features should be inviting,
drawing in visitors with dynamic illustrations, easy -to -read active voice text, and three
dimensions as appropriate, that allow visitors to learn through exploration.
In some cases, the interpretive features will have messages that inform and direct visitors'
behavior in order to protect the resource and avoid conflicts with other users. A sense of
ownership and stewardship are key components of the visitor experience.
ECOS will provide recommendations on sign design and fabrication processes to minimize this
sun damage. The fabrication process should protect against fading, cracking, browning, and other
damage caused by exposure to the sun or to temperature extremes.
PROCESS
This project is part of the larger Poudre River Interpretive Project begun in 2013. The project has
a review committee consisting of individuals selected by the project manager. Each project may
have different reviewers, but a review team has been selected at the onset this project the
committee will serve until project completion. The committee and ECOS Communications, Inc.
will attend site visits and conceptual review meetings as mutually agreed upon. Once the site
visit is complete, project expectations will be mutually agreed upon between ECOS, Inc and the
City of Fort Collins to help assure an efficient project process. This will include overall approach
to project if different that what is outlined here, number of submittals, role of review committee
at each submittal, and what constitutes potential changes in scope, etc.
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ECOS will provide notes from the site visits and, working with the project manager, will
establish a design and implementation schedule. They will develop a brief design narrative for
purposes of overall unity and planning in which objectives, concepts, and themes are included.
ECOS may he responsible for considerable background and content research pertaining to
ecology and cultural history. They will make recommendations for appropriate technology,
quantity, size, placement and medium(s) most suitable for each site.
ECOS will provide conceptual designs and a content outline of all features for review by the
project manager and review committee; provide one-two rounds of revisions in illustration and
draft text; provide final art and text for sign -off before fabrication; contract with an outside
professional proofreader; generate materials for fabrication; arrange for fabrication with a
reputable company subject to the City's approval; and arrange for delivery of all features and
mounting hardware to the City of Fort Collins. Installation, including backing and stanchions
will be provided by the Natural Areas Department.
ECOS will indefinitely archive (no time limit) all materials and provide support to the City for
future replacement of signs and features as necessary. They must provide pdf files of all final
features (including sizes) to the City. ECOS maintains copyright to the text and any original
artwork, but the City has unlimited use as it pertains to replacement of panels. If other uses are
requested by the City, ECOS must be contacted and additional use fees may apply.
ECOS will incorporate the City of Fort Collins Natural Areas Department branding and
messaging and work to make a unified product. City of Fort Collins Parks Department branding
and messaging will also be included. ECOS will be provided with necessary logos.
PROJECTS
This scope of work is a portion of the larger project on natural areas along the Cache la Poudre
River (excluding Gateway Natural Area).
ECOS should become familiar with the Cache la Poudre Natural Areas Management Plan
Update, (see httl!:I/www.fcgov.com/naturalareas/XdVpoudre-managcment-plan2Ol Lpdf ).
ECOS previously completed several interpretive projects here in 2000-2001. These may need to
be updated.
TIMEFRAME
This scope of work covers the period of January 1, 2014 — December 31, 2014. Some river
natural areas have complex management and impacts and may be planned and implemented in
2015 and beyond. These specific timeframes and budgets will be determined and agreed upon by
ECOS and the project manager.
BUDGET
$ 8,000
2975 Valmont Road, Suite 110
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ECOS
COMMUNICATIONS
INVOICE
To: Sue Kenney
City Of Fort Collins
Natural Resources
PO Box 590
Ft Collins, CO 80522-0580
Project Name: 14CF01-Poudre Phase 11
Invoice Date 7/25/2014
Invoice # 96401
2nd 1/3 initial payment for site visit, planning, design, layout, writing and fabrication of
kiosk panels and interpretive slopers for the Poudre River Natural Areas Phase II.
1/3 of PO #2014-NAD-1 7 0 i/ 03, SIB 9 e?9 9 1?/ c f�2 c� (0 24,000.00
1/3 of PO #2014NAD-2 PA -k-S 2,666.66
Total S26,666.66
Payments DOI received within 30 days will be subject to an interest rate of 1.5% per month or a fraction thereof from
the date of invoice. Client subject to reasonable atlomey's fees if collection is necessary.