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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBID - 7488 VANGO MINIVANS - LEASINGBID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 1 of 27 INVITATION TO BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing BID OPENING: 3:00 P.M. (our clock), March 28, 2013 The City of Fort Collins, on behalf of the North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (NFRMPO), is requesting bids for the services of a qualified vendor to provide leased vehicles to VanGo Vanpool Program in accordance with the scope of services provided within this bid. Sealed bids will be received and publicly opened at the office of the Director of Purchasing and Risk Management, PO Box 580, 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80522, at the time and date noted on the bid proposal and/or contract documents. If delivered, they are to be sent to 215 North Mason Street, 2nd Floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. If mailed, the address is P.O. Box 580, Fort Collins, 80522-0580. Bids must be received at the Purchasing Office prior to 3:00 p.m. (our clock), March 28, 2013. The City encourages all disadvantaged business enterprises to submit bid in response to all invitations and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin. Questions concerning the scope of the bid should be directed to NFRMPO representatives Theresa Fox at tfox@nfrmpo.org or Anne Blair at ablair@nfrmpo.org. Questions regarding bid submittal or process should be directed to Doug Clapp, Senior Buyer at (970) 221-6776 or dclapp@fcgov.com. A copy of the Bid may be obtained as follows: 1. Download the Bid from the Purchasing Webpage, Current Bids page, at: http://fcgov.com/eprocurement Special Instructions All bids must be properly signed by an authorized representative of the company with the legal capacity to bind the company to the agreement. Bids may be withdrawn up to the date and hour set for closing. Once bids have been accepted by the City and closing has occurred, failure to enter into contract or honor the purchase order will be cause for removal of supplier's name from the City of Fort Collins' bidders list for a period of twelve months from the date of the opening. The City may also pursue any remedies available at law or in equity. Bid prices must be held firm for a period of forty-five (45) days after bid openings. Submission of a bid is deemed as acceptance of all terms, conditions and specifications contained in the City's specifications initially provided to the bidder. Any proposed modification must be accepted in writing by the City prior to award of the bid. Only bids properly received by the Purchasing Office will be accepted. All bids should be clearly identified by the bid number and bid name contained in the bid proposal. 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 BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 2 of 27 No proposal will be accepted from, or any purchase order awarded, to any person, firm or corporation in default on any obligation to the City. Bids must be furnished exclusive of any federal excise tax, wherever applicable. Bidders must be properly licensed and secure necessary permits wherever applicable. Bidders not responding to this bid will be removed from our automated vendor listing for the subject commodities. The City may elect where applicable, to award bids on an individual item/group basis or on a total bid basis, whichever is most beneficial to the City. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids, and to waive any irregularities or informalities. Sales prohibited/conflict of interest: no officer, employee, or member of City Council, shall have a financial interest in the sale to the City of any real or personal property, equipment, material, supplies or services where such officer or employee exercises directly or indirectly any decision- making authority concerning such sale or any supervisory authority over the services to be rendered. This rule also applies to subcontracts with the City. Soliciting or accepting any gift, gratuity, favor, entertainment, kickback or any items of monetary value from any person who has or is seeking to do business with the City of Fort Collins is prohibited. Freight terms: unless otherwise noted, all freight is F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid. All freight charges must be included in prices submitted on proposal. Discounts: any discounts allowed for prompt payment, etc., must be reflected in bid figures and not entered as separate pricing on the proposal form. Purchasing restrictions: your authorized signature of this bid assures your firm's compliance with the City's purchasing restrictions. A copy of the resolutions is available for review in the Purchasing Office or the City Clerk's Office. Request Resolution 91-121 for cement restrictions. Collusive or sham bids: any bid deemed to be collusive or a sham bid will be rejected and reported to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this bid assures that such bid is genuine and is not a collusive or sham bid. Bid results: for information regarding results for individual bids send a self-addressed, self-stamped envelope and a bid tally will be mailed to you. Bid results will be posted in our office 7 days after the bid opening. James B. O’Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP Director of Purchasing and Risk Management BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 3 of 27 7488 VANGO MINIVANS - LEASING OVERVIEW The North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (NFRMPO) requires the services of a qualified vendor to provide VanGo Vanpool Vehicles in accordance with the scope of services provided within this bid. When responding to this Bid, notice that the purpose for this Bid is for the leasing of minivans. All proposals must include for submission pricing for the NFRMPO’s requirements for minivans, per the bid invitation and any referenced specifications contained within this document. Pricing must include all available incentives, transportation, and delivery fees. NOTICE TO OFFERORS FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED & SUBMITTED AS SPECIFIED BELOW. SPECIFICATIONS 1.0 Scope 1.1 This specification establishes the requirements for the lease of 7-passenger minivans. 1.2 Should the manufacturer’s current published data or specifications exceed bid specifications, they shall be considered minimum and furnished. 2.0 Clarification of specifications 2.1 Clarification regarding these specifications shall be obtained from the Director of Purchasing and Risk Management prior to the time and date of the bid opening. Any specification changes will be made by a written addendum issued by the Director. 2.2 For questions concerning the bidding process and bid specifications contact: Doug Clapp, Buyer, and Phone: 970-221-6776, Email: dclapp@fcgov.com ; Theresa Fox, Email: tfox@nfrmpo.org; Anne Blair, Email: ablair@nfrmpo.org. 3.0 Delivery 3.1 Delivery of equipment shall be made to: City of Fort Collins Fleet Shop 835 Wood Street Fort Collins, CO Prior to delivering units to Fleet Shop, dealer’s representative must stop by the NFRMPO office and have delivery documents signed by an authorized NFRMPO employee. North Front Range MPO 419 Canyon Avenue, Suite 300 Fort Collins, CO 80521 BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 4 of 27 The following employees are authorized to sign delivery documents: Theresa Fox or Terri Blackmore (Dealer should call 970-221-6859 in advance to assure the presence of authorized personnel.) 3.2 The word “delivery” encompasses delivery of the actual equipment, as specified, complete with all necessary papers such as Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin, application for title, invoice, warranty, and operator’s manuals, as applicable. 3.3 All equipment must be completely washed and serviced in accordance with standard new equipment “make ready”, and the manufacturer’s specifications and be ready for delivery in drive away condition that includes a fully fueled vehicle. A forty-five (45) day permit is to be included. 3.4 All units to be new and of the manufacturer’s latest model in production at the time of delivery, complete with all standard equipment and options specified herein, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. Time is of the essence. The NFRMPO shall be kept advised of any anticipated delay in delivery. 4.0 Warranty The manufacturer shall unconditionally warrant the entire vehicle for a warranty period of specified usage that is currently being offered in open trade for that vehicle at the time of delivery. Additionally, the Vendor shall furnish the NFRMPO a fully priced copy (parts and labor) of any warranty or commercial cost repair order which originates in his repair facility, subsequent to delivery, during or after the warranty period. No charge for service calls, travel time, travel expenses, mileage, or per diem will be allowed by the NFRMPO in connection with the performance of any warranty repairs. 5.0 Specifications Equipment bid on this proposal must meet or exceed the following minimum requirements. General: The following specifications describe a 7-passenger mini-van. 2013 or newer Mini-Van equipped as follows: 7-passenger seating: two front bucket seats, second row - seating three adults, third row - seating for two adults. V-6 engine with automatic overdrive transmission Van must be upgraded as needed to include the following: o Cruise control o Tilt wheel o Power windows and locks o Cloth seat trim o Power adjustable driver’s seat o Power outside mirrors o Sliding doors on left and right side o Stability control, traction control, and ABS brakes BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 5 of 27 o Front wheel drive o Side curtain air bags o Front and rear heat and air conditioning o AM/FM/CD radio o Steel wheels with wheel covers o Three (3) sets of keys for each mini-van o Keyless remote entry o Privacy glass in side, rear quarter and rear door glass o Rear window defroster and rear wiper o Vinyl floor mats o White exterior o Medium gray or charcoal interior o Backup Camera 6.0. Submittals Bids must include the following documents: Completed Bid Proposal o Pricing must include all available incentives, transportation, and delivery fees. o Lobbying certification (Complete and submit Appendix A) o Documentation required by Federal Pre-Award and Post-Delivery Audit Requirements – see Federal clause number 21. 6.1 Bid Evaluation and Contract Award Bid will be awarded to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder. Should you choose not to participate in this Bid process, please send a notification that you choose to OPT OUT with a brief explanation and send to the following e-mail address: tfox@nfrmpo.org. As part of the award process, the successful firm must enter into an agreement with the NFRMPO within thirty days after notification of award. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 6 of 27 7488 VANGO MINIVANS - LEASING 7.0 Bid Proposal We hereby enter the following pricing for the NFRMPO’s requirements for minivans, per the bid invitation and any referenced specifications. 7.1 Lease Options For planning purposes only, the NFRMPO proposes to lease vans on the following schedule: 1. Average annual lease will range from 5 to 25 vans per year 2. Pricing schedule should identify any price breaks and frequency 7.2 Lease Terms Provide monthly payment schedule for the following lease term options 3-Year 100,000 miles monthly payment: ________________________ 5-Year 100,000 miles monthly payment: ________________________ 5-Year 150,000 miles monthly payment: ________________________ 7.3 Purchase Option/Lease Buy Out Amount at end of lease term 3 year term - ________________________________________ 5 year term - ________________________________________ 5 year term - ________________________________________ 7.4 Lease Fees Excessive Wear Mileage in excess of lease agreement Early termination Vehicle surrender Any other fees that may be levied at lease end Provided the current model van remains in production with only minor changes, can you supply vans in the years specified at your offered bid price plus increases due to negotiated changes in equipment and options and price increases limited to the Producers Price Index (PPI) for Light Trucks, WPS141105, which includes vans? _____ Yes _____ No BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 7 of 27 8.0 Vehicle Warranty Term: Coverage: Location where warranty repairs can be performed: Extended Warranty plans: Term: Price: Term: Price: Attach information detailing warranty and extended warranty plans. Extended warranty pricing will not be used in determining bid award. 9.0 Freight Terms FOB destination, freight prepaid. All freight charges must be included in bid pricing. Submitted by: Printed: Company: Address: Phone: Email: BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 8 of 27 TABLE OF CONTENTS Federally Required Contract Clauses 1. NO GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES .................................................... 9 2. PROGRAM FRAUD AND FALSE OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENTS AND RELATED ACTS ................................................................................................................................... 9 3. ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS ........................................................................... 9 4. FEDERAL CHANGES ........................................................................................................ 10 5. TERMINATION ................................................................................................................... 10 6. CIVIL RIGHTS REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................... 11 7. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) ...................................................... 12 8. GOVERNMENT-WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) ....... 12 9. BREACHES AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION ...................................................................... 13 10. LOBBYING ......................................................................................................................... 13 11. CLEAN AIR ......................................................................................................................... 14 12. CLEAN WATER REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................... 14 13. CARGO PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS ....................................................................... 14 14. FLY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................... 14 15. CONTRACT WORK HOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT ...................................... 15 16. ENERGY CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................................. 15 17. RECYCLED PRODUCTS ................................................................................................... 15 18. ADA Access ....................................................................................................................... 15 19. PRE-AWARD AND POST DELIVERY AUDITS REQUIREMENTS ................................... 16 20. GOVERNING LAW ............................................................................................................. 16 21. SEVERABILITY .................................................................................................................. 16 22. PROHIBITION AGAINST EMPLOYING ILLEGAL ALIENS .............................................. 16 Certification Documents (located at the end of Federal Requirements): APPENDIX A: 49 CFR PART 20–CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 9 of 27 1. NO GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES (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 (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 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 BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 10 of 27 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. 4. 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 the NFRMPO 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 NFRMPO to be paid the Contractor. If the Contractor has any property in its possession belonging to the NFRMPO, the Contractor will account for the same, and dispose of it in the manner the NFRMPO directs. b. Termination for Default 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 NFRMPO 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 NFRMPO 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 NFRMPO, 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 The NFRMPO in its sole discretion may, in the case of a termination for breach or default, allow the Contractor thirty days 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 NFRMPO’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 NFRMPO setting forth the nature of said breach or default, the NFRMPO shall have the right to terminate the Contract without any further obligation to Contractor. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 11 of 27 Any such termination for default shall not in any way operate to preclude the NFRMPO 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 NFRMPO elects to waive its remedies for any breach by Contractor of any covenant, term or condition of this Contract, such waiver by the NFRMPO shall not limit the NFRMPO’s remedies for any succeeding breach of that or of any other term, covenant, or condition of this Contract. 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, 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. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 12 of 27 (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 4.75%. 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 NFRMPO deems appropriate. Each subcontract the contractor signs with a subcontractor must include the assurance in this paragraph (see 49 CFR 26.13(b)). The successful bidder/offeror will be required to report its DBE participation obtained through race-neutral means throughout the period of performance. c. The contractor is required to pay its subcontractors performing work related to this contract for satisfactory performance of that work no later than 30 days after the contractor’s receipt of payment for that work from the NFRMPO. d. The contractor must promptly notify the NFRMPO 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 the NFRMPO. 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 NFRMPO requests which would cause the MPO to be in violation of the FTA terms and conditions. 8. GOVERNMENT-WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) 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: BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 13 of 27 The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact relied upon by the NFRMPO. If it is later determined that the bidder or proposer knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to remedies available to the NFRMPO, the Federal Government may pursue available remedies, including but not limited to suspension and/or debarment. The bidder or proposer agrees to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR 29, Subpart C while this offer is valid and throughout the period of any contract that may arise from this offer. The bidder or proposer further agrees to include a provision requiring such compliance in its lower tier covered transactions. 9. BREACHES AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION Disputes – Disputes arising in the performance of this Contract which are not resolved by agreement of the parties shall be decided in writing by the NFRMPO’s Executive Director. 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 Executive Director shall be binding upon the Contractor and the Contractor shall abide be the decision. Performance During Dispute – Unless otherwise directed by the NFRMPO, 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 therefore shall be made in writing to such other party within a reasonable time after the first observance of such injury of damage. Remedies – Unless this contract provides otherwise, all claims, counterclaims, disputes and other matters in question between the NFRMPO 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 NFRMPO is located. Rights and Remedies – The duties and obligations imposed by the Contract Documents and the rights and remedies available thereunder shall be in addition to and not a limitation of any duties, obligations, rights and remedies otherwise imposed or available by law. No action or failure to act by the NFRMPO, (Architect) or Contractor shall constitute a waiver of any right or duty afforded any of them under the Contract, nor shall any such action or failure to act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be specifically agreed in writing. 10. LOBBYING 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. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 14 of 27 ** COMPLETE AND SUBMIT APPENDIX A: 49 CFR PART 20–CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING 11. CLEAN AIR (1) The Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§ 7401 et seq. The Contractor agrees to report each violation to the Purchaser and understands and agrees that the Purchaser will, in turn, report each violation as required to assure notification to FTA and the appropriate EPA Regional Office. (2) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding $100,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. 12. CLEAN WATER REQUIREMENTS (1) The Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq. The Contractor agrees to report each violation to the Purchaser and understands and agrees that the Purchaser will, in turn, report each violation as required to assure notification to FTA and the appropriate EPA Regional Office. (2) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding $100,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. 13. CARGO PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS Cargo Preference – Use of United States-Flag Vessels – The contractor agrees: a. to use privately owned United States-Flag commercial vessels to ship at least 50 percent of the gross tonnage (computed separately for dry bulk carriers, dry cargo liners, and tankers) involved, whenever shipping any equipment, material, or commodities pursuant to the underlying contract to the extent such vessels are available at fair and reasonable rates for United States-Flag commercial vessels; b. to furnish within 20 working days following the date of loading for shipments originating within the United States or within 30 working days following the date of leading for shipments originating outside the United States, a legible copy of a rated, “on-board” commercial ocean bill-of –lading in English for each shipment of cargo described in the preceding paragraph to the Division of National Cargo, Office of Market Development, Maritime Administration, Washington, DC 20590 and to the FTA recipient (through the contractor in the case of a subcontractor’s bill-of-lading.) c. to include these requirements in all subcontracts issued pursuant to this contract when the subcontract may involve the transport of equipment, material, or commodities by ocean vessel. 14. FLY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS The Contractor agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 40118 (the “Fly America” Act) in accordance with the General Services Administration’s regulations at 41 CFR Part 301-10, which provide that recipients and subrecipients of Federal funds and their contractors are required to use U.S. Flag air carriers for U.S Government-financed international air travel and transportation of their personal effects or property, to the extent such service is available, unless travel by foreign air carrier is a matter of necessity, as defined by the Fly America Act. The Contractor shall submit, if a foreign air carrier was used, an appropriate certification or memorandum adequately explaining why service by a U.S. flag air carrier was not available or why it was necessary to use a foreign air carrier and shall, in any event, provide a certificate of compliance with the Fly America requirements. The Contractor agrees to include the requirements of this section in all subcontracts that may involve international air transportation. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 15 of 27 15. CONTRACT WORK HOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT (1) Overtime requirements – No contractor or subcontractor contracting for any part of the contract work which may require or involve the employment of laborers or mechanics shall require or permit any such laborer or mechanic in any workweek in which he or she is employed on such work to work in excess of forty hours in such workweek unless such laborer or mechanic receives compensation at a rate not less than one and one-half times the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of forty hours in such workweek. (2) Violation; liability for unpaid wages; liquidated damages – In the event of any violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this section the contractor and any subcontractor responsible therefore- shall be liable for the unpaid wages. In addition, such contractor and subcontractor shall be liable to the United States for liquidated damages. Such liquidated damages shall be computed with respect to each individual laborer or mechanic, including watchmen and guards, employed in violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this section, in the sum of $10 for each calendar day on which such individual was required or permitted to work in excess of the standard workweek of forty hours without payment of the overtime wages required by the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this section. (3) Withholding for unpaid wages and liquidated damages – The MPO shall upon its own action or upon written request of an authorized representative of the Department of Labor withhold or cause to be withheld, from any moneys payable on account of work performed by the contractor or subcontractor under any such contract or any other Federal contract with the same prime contractor, or any other federally-assisted contract subject to the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, which is held by the same prime contractor, such sums as may be determined to be necessary to satisfy any liabilities of such contractor or subcontractor for unpaid wages and liquidated damages as provided in the clause set forth in paragraph (2) of this section. (4) Subcontracts – The contractor or subcontractor shall insert in any subcontracts the clauses set forth in paragraphs (1) through (4) of this section and also a clause requiring the subcontractors to include these clauses in any lower tier subcontracts. The prime contractor shall be responsible for compliance by any subcontractor or lower tier subcontractor with the clauses set forth in paragraphs (1) through (4) of this section. 16. 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. 17. RECYCLED PRODUCTS Recovered Materials – The contractor agrees to comply with all the requirements of Section 6002 of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 6962), including but not limited to the regulatory provisions of 40 CFR Part 247, and Executive Order 12873, as they apply to the procurement of the items designated in Subpart B of 40 CFR Part 247. 18. 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 BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 16 of 27 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. 19. PRE-AWARD AND POST DELIVERY AUDITS REQUIREMENTS The Contractor agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. § 5323(l) and FTA’s implementing regulation at 49 C.F.R. Part 663 and to submit the following certifications: (1) Solicitation Specification Requirements: The Contractor shall submit evidence that it will be capable of meeting the bid specifications. (2) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). The Contractor shall submit: 1) manufacturer’s FMVSS self-certification sticker information that the vehicle complies with relevant FMVSS; or 2) manufacturer’s certified statement that the contracted buses will not be subject to FMVSS regulations. 20. GOVERNING LAW The laws of the State of Colorado shall govern the construction, interpretation, execution and enforcement of this Agreement. 21. SEVERABILITY 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. 22. PROHIBITION AGAINST EMPLOYING ILLEGAL ALIENS This paragraph shall apply to all Professionals whose performance of work under this Agreement does not involve the delivery of a specific end product other than reports that are merely incidental to the performance of said work. 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; and 2. Professional has participated or attempted to participate in the basic pilot employment verification 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 “Basic Pilot Program”) in order to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. 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. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 17 of 27 c. Professional shall continue to apply to participate in the Basic Pilot Program and shall in writing verify same every three (3) calendar months thereafter, until Contractor is accepted or the public contract for services has been completed, whichever is earlier. The requirements of this section shall not be required or effective if the Basic Pilot Program is discontinued. d. Professional is prohibited from using Basic Pilot Program procedures to undertake pre-employment screening of job applicants while this Agreement is being performed. e. 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 MPO 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. f. 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. g. If Professional violates any provision of this Agreement pertaining to the duties imposed by Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. the NFRMPO may terminate this Agreement. If this Agreement is so terminated, Professional shall be liable for actual and consequential damages to the NFRMPO arising out of Professional’s violation of Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. h. The NFRMPO will notify the Office of the Secretary of State if Professional violates this provision of this Agreement and the NFRMPO terminates the Agreement for such breach. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 18 of 27 APPENDIX A: 49 CFR PART 20 - CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING The undersigned Contractor, certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that: (1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. (2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in accordance with Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65, to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601, et seq.)] (3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub-awards 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 BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 19 of 27 Exhibit A: Service Agreement Sample: In the negotiated agreement, actual text may vary. SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into the day and year set forth below by and between THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, a Municipal Corporation, hereinafter referred to as the "City" and , hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider". WITNESSETH: In consideration of the mutual covenants and obligations herein expressed, it is agreed by and between the parties hereto as follows: 1. Scope of Services. The Service Provider agrees to provide services in accordance with the scope of services attached hereto as Exhibit "A", consisting of ( ) page and incorporated herein by this reference. 2. The Work Schedule. [Optional] The services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be performed in accordance with the Work Schedule attached hereto as Exhibit "B", consisting of ( ) page , and incorporated herein by this reference. 3. Time of Commencement and Completion of Services. The services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be initiated within ( ) days following execution of this Agreement. Services shall be completed no later than . Time is of the essence. Any extensions of the time limit set forth above must be agreed upon in a writing signed by the parties. 4. Contract Period. [Option 1] This Agreement shall commence upon the date of execution shown on the signature page of this Agreement and shall continue in full force and effect for one (1) year, unless sooner terminated as herein provided. In addition, at the option of the City, the Agreement may be extended for an additional period of one (1) year at the rates provided with written notice to the Professional mailed no later than ninety (90) days prior to BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 20 of 27 contract end. 5. Contract Period. [Option 2] This Agreement shall commence , 200 , and shall continue in full force and effect until , 200 , unless sooner terminated as herein provided. In addition, at the option of the City, the Agreement may be extended for additional one year periods not to exceed ( ) additional one year periods. Renewals and pricing changes shall be negotiated by and agreed to by both parties. The Denver Boulder Greeley CPIU published by the Colorado State Planning and Budget Office will be used as a guide. Written notice of renewal shall be provided to the Service Provider and mailed no later than ninety (90) days prior to contract end. 6. Delay. If either party is prevented in whole or in part from performing its obligations by unforeseeable causes beyond its reasonable control and without its fault or negligence, then the party so prevented shall be excused from whatever performance is prevented by such cause. To the extent that the performance is actually prevented, the Service Provider must provide written notice to the City of such condition within fifteen (15) days from the onset of such condition. [Early Termination clause here as an option 7. Early Termination by City/Notice. Notwithstanding the time periods contained herein, the City may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause by providing written notice of termination to the Service Provider. Such notice shall be delivered at least fifteen (15) days prior to the termination date contained in said notice unless otherwise agreed in writing by the parties. All notices provided under this Agreement shall be effective when mailed, postage prepaid and sent to the following addresses: City: City of Fort Collins Attn: Purchasing PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 Copy to: City of Fort Collins Attn: PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 Service Provider: In the event of early termination by the City, the Service Provider shall be paid for services rendered to the date of termination, subject only to the satisfactory performance of the Service BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 21 of 27 Provider's obligations under this Agreement. Such payment shall be the Service Provider's sole right and remedy for such termination. 8. Contract Sum. The City shall pay the Service provider for the performance of this Contract, subject to additions and deletions provided herein, per the attached Exhibit " ", consisting of page , and incorporated herein by this reference. 9. City Representative. The City will designate, prior to commencement of the work, its representative who shall make, within the scope of his or her authority, all necessary and proper decisions with reference to the services provided under this agreement. All requests concerning this agreement shall be directed to the City Representative. 10. Independent Service provider. The services to be performed by Service Provider are those of an independent service provider and not of an employee of the City of Fort Collins. The City shall not be responsible for withholding any portion of Service Provider's compensation hereunder for the payment of FICA, Workmen's Compensation or other taxes or benefits or for any other purpose. 11. Personal Services. It is understood that the City enters into the Agreement based on the special abilities of the Service Provider and that this Agreement shall be considered as an agreement for personal services. Accordingly, the Service Provider shall neither assign any responsibilities nor delegate any duties arising under the Agreement without the prior written consent of the City. 12. Acceptance Not Waiver. The City's approval or acceptance of, or payment for any of the services shall not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights or benefits provided to the City under this Agreement or cause of action arising out of performance of this Agreement. 13. Warranty. a. Service Provider warrants that all work performed hereunder shall be performed with the highest degree of competence and care in accordance with accepted BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 22 of 27 standards for work of a similar nature. b. Unless otherwise provided in the Agreement, all materials and equipment incorporated into any work shall be new and, where not specified, of the most suitable grade of their respective kinds for their intended use, and all workmanship shall be acceptable to City. c. Service Provider warrants all equipment, materials, labor and other work, provided under this Agreement, except City-furnished materials, equipment and labor, against defects and nonconformances in design, materials and workmanship/workwomanship for a period beginning with the start of the work and ending twelve (12) months from and after final acceptance under the Agreement, regardless whether the same were furnished or performed by Service Provider or by any of its subcontractors of any tier. Upon receipt of written notice from City of any such defect or nonconformances, the affected item or part thereof shall be redesigned, repaired or replaced by Service Provider in a manner and at a time acceptable to City. 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 thereof. 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 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, BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 23 of 27 employees, agents and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the respective survivors, heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns of said parties. 17. Indemnity/Insurance. a. The Service Provider agrees to indemnify and save harmless the City, its officers, agents and employees against and from any and all actions, suits, claims, demands or liability of any character whatsoever brought or asserted for injuries to or death of any person or persons, or damages to property arising out of, result from or occurring in connection with the performance of any service hereunder. b. The Service Provider shall take all necessary precautions in performing the work hereunder to prevent injury to persons and property. c. Without limiting any of the Service Provider's obligations hereunder, the Service Provider shall provide and maintain insurance coverage naming the City as an additional insured under this Agreement of the type and with the limits specified within Exhibit , consisting of one (1) page, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. The Service Provider before commencing services hereunder, shall deliver to the City's Director of Purchasing and Risk Management, P. O. Box 580 Fort Collins, Colorado 80522 one copy of a certificate evidencing the insurance coverage required from an insurance company acceptable to the City. 18. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, along with all Exhibits and other documents incorporated herein, shall constitute the entire Agreement of the parties. Covenants or representations not contained in this Agreement shall not be binding on the parties. 19. 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. 20. Prohibition Against Employing Illegal Aliens. Pursuant to Section 8-17.5-101, BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 24 of 27 C.R.S., et. seq., Service Provider represents and agrees that: a. As of the date of this Agreement: 1. Service Provider does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien who will perform work under this Agreement; and 2. Service Provider will participate in either the e-Verify program created in Public Law 208, 104th Congress, as amended, and expanded in Public Law 156, 108th Congress, as amended, administered by the United States Department of Homeland Security (the “e-Verify Program”) or the Department Program (the “Department Program”), an employment verification program established pursuant to Section 8-17.5-102(5)(c) C.R.S. in order to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees to perform work under this Agreement. b. Service Provider shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement or knowingly enter into a contract with a subcontractor that knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement. c. Service Provider is prohibited from using the e-Verify Program or Department Program procedures to undertake pre-employment screening of job applicants while this Agreement is being performed. d. If Service Provider obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Service Provider shall: 1. Notify such subcontractor and the City within three days that Service Provider has actual knowledge that the subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien; and 2. Terminate the subcontract with the subcontractor if within three days of receiving the notice required pursuant to this section the subcontractor does not cease employing or contracting with the illegal alien; except that Service Provider shall not terminate BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 25 of 27 the contract with the subcontractor if during such three days the subcontractor provides information to establish that the subcontractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with an illegal alien. e. Service Provider shall comply with any reasonable request by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (the “Department”) made in the course of an investigation that the Department undertakes or is undertaking pursuant to the authority established in Subsection 8-17.5-102 (5), C.R.S. f. If Service Provider violates any provision of this Agreement pertaining to the duties imposed by Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. the City may terminate this Agreement. If this Agreement is so terminated, Service Provider shall be liable for actual and consequential damages to the City arising out of Service Provider’s violation of Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. g. The City will notify the Office of the Secretary of State if Service Provider violates this provision of this Agreement and the City terminates the Agreement for such breach. 21. Special Provisions. [Optional] Special provisions or conditions relating to the services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement are set forth in Exhibit " ", consisting of ( ) pages, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. BID 7488 VanGo Minivans - Leasing Page 26 of 27 CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO a municipal corporation By:_______________________________ James B. O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP Director of Purchasing and Risk Management Date:_____________________________ ATTEST: _________________________________ City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________________ Assistant City Attorney By:_______________________________ __________________________________ PRINT NAME __________________________________ CORPORATE PRESIDENT OR VICE PRESIDENT Date:_____________________________ ATTEST: (Corporate Seal) _____________________________ CORPORATE SECRETARY BID 7467 VanGo Minivans Page 27 of 27 EXHIBIT “ ” INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS 1. The Service Provider will provide, from insurance companies acceptable to the City, the insurance coverage designated hereinafter and pay all costs. Before commencing work under this bid, the Service Provider shall furnish the City with certificates of insurance showing the type, amount, class of operations covered, effective dates and date of expiration of policies, and containing substantially the following statement: "The insurance evidenced by this Certificate will not be cancelled or materially altered, except after ten (10) days written notice has been received by the City of Fort Collins." In case of the breach of any provision of the Insurance Requirements, the City, at its option, may take out and maintain, at the expense of the Service Provider, such insurance as the City may deem proper and may deduct the cost of such insurance from any monies which may be due or become due the Service Provider under this Agreement. The City, its officers, agents and employees shall be named as additional insureds on the Service Provider's general liability and automobile liability insurance policies for any claims arising out of work performed under this Agreement. 2. Insurance coverages shall be as follows: A. Workers' Compensation & Employer's Liability. The Service Provider shall maintain during the life of this Agreement for all of the Service Provider's employees engaged in work performed under this agreement: 1. Workers' Compensation insurance with statutory limits as required by Colorado law. 2. Employer's Liability insurance with limits of $100,000 per accident, $500,000 disease aggregate, and $100,000 disease each employee. B. Commercial General & Vehicle Liability. The Service Provider shall maintain during the life of this Agreement such commercial general liability and automobile liability insurance as will provide coverage for damage claims of personal injury, including accidental death, as well as for claims for property damage, which may arise directly or indirectly from the performance of work under this Agreement. Coverage for property damage shall be on a "broad form" basis. The amount of insurance for each coverage, Commercial General and Vehicle, shall not be less than $500,000 combined single limits for bodily injury and property damage. In the event any work is performed by a subcontractor, the Service Provider shall be responsible for any liability directly or indirectly arising out of the work performed under this Agreement by a subcontractor, which liability is not covered by the subcontractor's insurance.