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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
8748 MISCELLANEOUS SUPPORT VEHICLES
The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified firms for the purchase of support
vehicles for the City's Transfort transit department.
As part of the City’s commitment to Sustainable Purchasing, proposals submission via
email is preferred. Proposals shall be submitted in a single Microsoft Word or PDF file
under 20MB and e-mailed to: purchasing@fcgov.com. If electing to submit a hard copy
proposal instead, one (1) hard copy and one (1) electronic copy on a jump drive, will be
received at the City of Fort Collins' Purchasing Division, 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort
Collins, Colorado 80524. Proposals must be received before 3:00 p.m. (our clock), on
October 11, 2018, and referenced as Proposal No. 8748. 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. Please note, additional time is required for bids
mailed to the PO Box to be received at the Purchasing Office.
The City encourages all Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) to submit proposals in
response to all requests for proposals. No individual or business will be discriminated against
on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin. It is the City’s policy to create a level
playing field on which DBEs can compete fairly and to ensure nondiscrimination in the award
and administration of all contracts.
All questions should be submitted, in writing via email, to Doug Clapp, CPPB, Senior Buyer
at dclapp@fcgov.com no later than 5:00 PM MST (our clock) on September 27, 2018. Please
format your e-mail to include: 8748 Miscellaneous Support Vehicles in the subject line. Questions
received after this deadline may not be answered. Responses to all questions submitted before
the deadline will be addressed in an addendum and posted on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing
System webpage.
Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System hosted by BidNet
A copy of the RFP may be obtained at http://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/city-of-fort-collins.
Public Viewing Copy: The City is a governmental entity subject to the Colorado Open Records
Act, C.R.S. §§ 24-72-200.1 et seq. (“CORA”). Any proposals submitted hereunder are subject
to public disclosure by the City pursuant to CORA and City ordinances. Firms may submit one
(1) additional complete proposal clearly marked “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING.” In this version of the
proposal, the firm may redact text and/or data that it deems confidential or proprietary pursuant
to CORA and such version must be clearly identified as “Confidential” or “Proprietary", as
applicable. Such statement does not necessarily exempt such documentation from public
disclosure if required by CORA, by order of a court of appropriate jurisdiction, or other
applicable law. Generally, under CORA trade secrets, confidential commercial and financial
data information is not required to be disclosed by the City. Proposals may not be marked
“Confidential” or ‘Proprietary’ in their entirety. All provisions of any contract resulting from
this request for proposal will be public information.
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
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New Vendors: The City requires new Vendors receiving awards from the City to fill out and
submit an IRS form W-9 and to register for Direct Deposit (Electronic) payment. If needed, the
W-9 form and the Vendor Direct Deposit Authorization Form can be found on the City’s
Purchasing website at www.fcgov.com/purchasing under Vendor Reference Documents. Please
do not submit with your proposal.
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.
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.
Utilization of Award by Other Agencies: The City of Fort Collins reserves the right to allow
other state and local governmental agencies, political subdivisions, and/or school districts to
utilize the resulting award under all terms and conditions specified and upon agreement by all
parties. Usage by any other entity shall not have a negative impact on the City of Fort Collins in
the current term or in any future terms.
The selected Vendor shall be expected to sign the City’s standard Agreement prior to
commencing Services (see sample attached to this Proposal).
Sincerely,
Gerry Paul
Purchasing Director
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
8748 MISC SUPPORT VEHICLES
I. OBJECTIVE
The City of Fort Collins is seeking proposals from qualified firms for the purchase of seven (7)
new support vehicles for the City’s Transfort transit department.
II. SCOPE OF PROPOSAL
A. Scope of Work
The City of Fort Collins seeks to purchase vehicles meeting the specifications described in
this section. Interested firms are expected to submit proposals that address all elements of
this section. If a firm is unable to satisfy every element of this section but chooses to
submit a proposal, it must clearly identify the element(s) it is unable to satisfy and the reason
it cannot meet the requirement. The City of Fort Collins will review any exceptions and at its
sole discretion, may determine the proposal is not responsive to the City of Fort Collins’
requirements and remove the proposal from further consideration. The City of Fort Collins,
at its sole discretion, may select multiple firms to perform services under this contract.
B. Key Areas of Responsibility
The Supplier shall furnish and deliver as required to the City of Fort Collins, Transfort
Maintenance Facility, 6570 Portner Road, Fort Collins, CO 80525 the vehicles as
requested in this RFP; Fleet Maintenance staff will be notified at least 24 hours in advance
of vehicle delivery. All vehicles must be complete as specified, current production, latest
model and design available, delivered FOB destination, with approximately a full tank of
fuel and crankcase full of proper grade of lubricating oil, and one operational manual for
each vehicle upon delivery and all vehicles shall have a Colorado State inspection sticker,
Colorado Temporary License plate and must meet, or exceed, the following specifications.
C. Minimum Vehicle Requirements
The City is seeking the following classes of vehicles:
• Four (4) Small to Medium SUVs;
• Two (2) Vans type:
o One (1) - Mini Van/ van type equipped with a wheelchair accessible rear ramp
o One (1) - 7 passenger van or van like
• One (1) Class 1 light truck including the following specifications:
o Ford Ranger or Chevy Colorado, or equivalent
o Extended Cab
o V6 engine
o 4WD
o Snow plow
o Beacon, strobes, headache rack
Please provide pricing for any available fuel types, including hybrid, plug-in hybrid and
non-hybrid vehicles as appropriate per vehicle class. Minimum fuel economy in the City or
Combined must be equal to or higher than 20 mpg. Vehicles provided under this contract
will be of the current or upcoming model year. Any vehicle listed on the price sheets of this
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RFP shall be furnished complete with all Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM)
standard equipment and factory installed accessories as listed in the manufacturer’s
printed literature. Vehicles shall be fully validated, certified and warranted to OEM levels.
All pre-delivery vehicle servicing will be performed in accordance with recognized industry
standards.
Minimum vehicle requirements include:
• Air bags (driver, passenger, side curtain)
• Air conditioning
• AM/FM stereo radio, with auxiliary input
• Automatic transmission
• Cloth seats
• Front and rear floor mats
• Intermittent wipers
• Power brakes, with anti-lock system
• Power steering
• Rear window defroster
• Spare tire with jack
• Tilt steering column
• All vehicles must be licensed in the state of Colorado and meet Colorado
emissions standards
The above requirements represent minimum specifications for the purpose of preparing a
proposal.
Vehicle Color
The City of Fort Collins requires vehicle to be white for the exterior color.
Vehicle Keys
All vehicles must have three (3) sets of keys and three (3) sets of remotes.
Warranty
Information and pricing pertinent to extended warranties must be included.
Federal Terms & Conditions – please note as per Federal Transportation Authority
requirements on vehicle purchases.
Vehicles must meet Buy American requirements 49 CFR part 661.
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D. Price Schedule:
**Vendor may provide multiple different models for each vehicle type ** use additional pages as necessary
** The City of Fort Collins is exempt from Federal and State taxes and as such taxes are not to be included in the proposal
prices. **
Delivery of Vehicles: Delivery of vehicles in a timely manner is critical for City of Fort Collins. Therefore, as part of your proposal,
please note below the expected lead time/delivery time period after receipt of the fully executed purchase order:
Vehicle Delivery Time Period: ______________________________
Vehicle Type Year
Meets
Minimum
Specs
Meets
Federal
Transit
Regulations
Warranty
Specs Unit
Note if
Hybrid,
Plug-in
Hybrid
Vehicle
cost Quantity Extended Total
SUV each
$ $
Van w/ wheel
chair
accessibility
each
$ $
Van each
$ $
Pick-up Truck
with Plow each
$ $
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E. Anticipated Schedule
The following represents the City’s target schedule for the RFP. The City reserves the right to
amend the target schedule at any time.
• RFP issuance: September 14, 2018
• Question deadline: 5:00 PM MST on September 27, 2018
• Proposal due date: 3:00 MST(our clock) on October 11, 2018
• Interviews (tentative): Week of October 22, 2018
• Award of Contract (tentative): October 26, 2018
o The City may award to multiple vendors
• Completion of project: as soon as vehicles can be delivered
F. Interviews
In addition to submitting a written proposal, the top-rated Vendors may be interviewed by the
RFP assessment team and asked to participate in an oral presentation to provide an overview
of the company, approach to the project and to address questions. The evaluation criteria for
the oral interviews will be the same as the criteria for the written evaluations and is included
in Section IV.
G. Fees, Licenses, Permits
The successful Vendor shall be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, fees or
permits without additional expense to the City. All equipment shall be properly licensed and
insured, carry the appropriate permits and be placarded as required by law.
H. Laws and Regulations
The Vendor agrees to comply fully with all applicable local, State of Colorado and Federal
laws and regulations and municipal ordinances.
I. Invoicing and Payment
Invoices should be emailed monthly to invoices@fcgov.com with a copy to the Project
Manager. The cost of the work completed shall be paid to the Vendor each month following
the submittal of a correct invoice by the Vendor indicating the project name, task description,
hours worked, personnel/work type category, hourly rate for each employee/work type
category, date of the work performed specific to the task, percentage of that work that has
been completed by task, 3rd party supporting documentation with the same detail and a brief
progress report.
Payments will be made using the prices listed on the agreed-to Price Schedule. In the event
a service is requested which is not listed on the Price Schedule, the Vendor and the City will
negotiate an appropriate unit price for the service prior to Consultant initiating such work.
The City pays invoices on Net 30 terms.
III. PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL
For this section, Vendors are required to provide detailed written responses to the following
items in the order outlined below. The responses shall be considered technical offers of what
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Vendors propose to provide and shall be incorporated in the contract award as deemed
appropriate by the City. A proposal that does not include all the information required may be
deemed non-responsive and subject to rejection.
Responses must include all the items in the order listed below. It is suggested that the Vendors
include each of the City’s questions with their response immediately following the question.
The City of Fort Collins shall not reimburse any firm for costs incurred in the preparation and
presentation of their proposal.
A. Cover Letter / Executive Summary
The Executive Summary should highlight the content of the proposal and features of the
program offered, including a general description of the program and any unique aspects
or benefits provided by your firm.
Indicate your availability to participate in the interviews/demonstrations on the proposed
dates as stated in the Schedule section.
B. Vendor Information
1. Describe the Vendor’s business and background
2. Number of years in the business
3. An overview of services offered and qualifications
4. Size of the firm
5. Location(s) of offices. If multiple, please identify which will be the primary for our
account.
6. Primary contact information for the company including contact name(s) and title(s),
mailing address(s), phone number(s), and email address(s). Complete Section V,
Vendor Statement.
C. Scope of Proposal
1. Provide a detailed narrative of the services/ vehicle(s) proposed if awarded the
contract per the scope above. The narrative should include any options that may be
beneficial for the City to consider.
D. Firm Capability
Provide relevant information regarding previous experience related to this or similar
Projects, to include the following:
1. References (current contact name, current telephone number and email address)
from at least three similar projects with similar requirements that have been
completed within the past five (5) years and that have involved the staff proposed to
work on this project. Provide a description of the work performed. The Consultant
authorizes City to verify any and all information contained in the Consultant’s
submittal from references contained herein and hereby releases all those concerned
providing information as a reference from any liability in connection with any
information they give.
E. Assigned Personnel
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1. List of Project Personnel: This list should include the identification of the contact
person with primary responsibility for this Agreement, the personnel proposed for this
Agreement, and any supervisory personnel, including partners and/or sub
consultants, and their individual areas of responsibility.
F. Sustainability/TBL Methodology
In concise terms (no more than two pages), please describe how your organization strives
to be sustainable. Address how your firm incorporates Triple Bottom Line (TBL) into the
workplace. See Section IV: Review and Assessment for additional information.
If possible, please highlight areas of opportunity in the project where sustainability could
be applied and/or improved.
G. Cost and Work Hours
In your response to this proposal, please provide the following:
1. Provide the cost identified in the Scope of Proposal, Section D. Price all additional
services/deliverables separately.
2. Provide timeline for vehicle delivery.
H. Additional Information
Provide any information that distinguishes Vendor from its competition and any additional
information applicable to this RFP that might be valuable in assessing Vendor’s proposal.
Explain any concerns Vendor may have in maintaining objectivity in recommending the
best solution. All potential conflicts of interest must be disclosed.
Exceptions to the Scope of Services and City Agreement (a sample of which is
attached in Section VI) shall be documented.
IV. REVIEW AND ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
A. Proposal and Interview Criteria
Vendors will be evaluated on the following criteria. These criteria will be the basis for
review and assessment of the written proposals and optional interview session. At the
discretion of the City, interviews of the top-rated Vendors may be conducted.
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
3.0 Scope of Proposal
Does the proposal address all elements of the
RFP? Does the proposal show an
understanding of the project objectives,
methodology to be used and results/outcomes
required by the project? Are there any
exceptions to the specifications, Scope of Work,
or agreement?
2.0 Firm Capability Does the firm have the resources, financial
strength, capacity and support capabilities
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required to successfully complete the project on-
time and in-budget? Has the firm successfully
completed previous projects of this type and
scope?
1.0 Availability Can the vehicles be provided quickly to meet
schedules?
2.0 Sustainability/TBL
Methodology
Does the firm demonstrate a commitment to
Sustainability and incorporate Triple Bottom Line
methodology in both their Scope of Work for the
project, and their day-to-day business operating
processes and procedures?
2.0 Cost
Does the proposal include detailed cost break-
down for each cost element as applicable and
are the line-item costs competitive?
Definitions
Sustainable Purchasing is a process for selecting products or services that have a lesser
or reduced negative effect on human health and the environment when compared with
competing products or services that serve the same purpose. This process is also known
as “Environmentally Preferable Purchasing” (EPP), or “Green Purchasing”.
The Triple Bottom Line (TBL) is an accounting framework that incorporates three
dimensions of performance: economic, or financial; environmental, and social. The
generally accepted definition for TBL is that it “captures the essence of sustainability by
measuring the impact of an organization’s activities on the world…including both its
profitability and shareholders values and its social, human, and environmental capital.”
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B. Reference Evaluation Criteria
Prior to award, the Project Manager will check references using the following criteria.
Negative responses from references may impact the award determination.
CRITERIA STANDARD QUESTIONS
Overall Performance Would you hire this Vendor 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 Vendor responsive to client needs; did the
Vendor anticipate problems? Were problems solved
quickly and effectively?
Budget Was the original Scope of Work completed within the
project budget?
Job Knowledge
If a study, did it meet the Scope of Work?
If Vendor administered a construction contract, was
the project functional upon completion and did it
operate properly? Were problems corrected quickly
and effectively?
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V. VENDOR STATEMENT
Vendor hereby acknowledges receipt of the City of Fort Collins Request for Proposal and
acknowledges that it has read and agrees to be fully bound by all of the terms, conditions and
other provisions set forth in the RFP. Additionally, Vendor hereby makes the following
representations to City:
a. All of the statements and representations made in this proposal are true to the best of the
Vendor’s knowledge and belief.
b. Vendor commits that it is able to meet the terms provided in this proposal.
c. This proposal is a firm and binding offer, for a period of 90 days from the date hereof.
d. Vendor further agrees that the method of award is acceptable.
e. Vendor also agrees to complete the proposed Agreement with the City of Fort Collins
within 30 days of notice of award. If contract is not completed and signed within 30 days,
City reserves the right to cancel and award to the next highest rated firm.
f. Vendor acknowledge receipt of addenda.
Firm Name:
Physical Address:
Remit to Address:
Phone:
Name of Authorized Agent of Firm:
Signature of Authorized Agent:
Primary Contact for Project:
Title: Email Address:
Phone: Cell Phone:
NOTE: VENDOR STATEMENT IS TO BE SIGNED & RETURNED WITH YOUR PROPOSAL.
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VI. SAMPLE AGREEMENT (FOR REFERENCE ONLY – DO NOT SIGN )
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(s) and
incorporated herein by this reference. Irrespective of references in Exhibit A to certain
named third parties, Service Provider shall be solely responsible for performance of all
duties hereunder.
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 ,
consisting of ( ) page(s), 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. 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. Written notice of renewal
shall be provided to the Service Provider and mailed no later than thirty (30) days prior to
contract end.
5. Delay. If either party is prevented in whole or in part from performing its obligations by
unforeseeable causes beyond its reasonable control and without its fault or negligence, then
the 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.
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6. Early Termination by City/Notice. Notwithstanding the time periods contained herein, the
City may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause by providing written notice of
termination to the Service Provider. Such notice shall be delivered at least fifteen (15) days
prior to the termination date contained in said notice unless otherwise agreed in writing by
the parties. All notices provided under this Agreement shall be effective when mailed,
postage prepaid and sent to the following addresses:
Service Provider: City: Copy to:
Attn:
City of Fort Collins
Attn:
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
City of Fort Collins
Attn: Purchasing Dept.
PO Box 580
Fort Collins, CO 80522
In the event of early termination by the City, the Service Provider shall be paid for services
rendered to the date of termination, subject only to the satisfactory performance of the
Service Provider's obligations under this Agreement. Such payment shall be the Service
Provider's sole right and remedy for such termination.
7. Contract Sum. The City shall pay the Service Provider for the performance of this Contract,
subject to additions and deletions provided herein, ($ ) as per the attached
Exhibit " ", consisting of page(s), and incorporated herein by this reference.
8. City Representative. The City will designate, prior to commencement of the work, its
representative who shall make, within the scope of his or her authority, all necessary and
proper decisions with reference to the services provided under this agreement. All requests
concerning this agreement shall be directed to the City Representative.
9. Independent Service provider. The services to be performed by Service Provider are those
of an independent service provider and not of an employee of the City of Fort Collins. The
City shall not be responsible for withholding any portion of Service Provider's compensation
hereunder for the payment of FICA, Workmen's Compensation or other taxes or benefits or
for any other purpose.
10. Subcontractors. Service Provider may not subcontract any of the Work set forth in the
Exhibit A, Statement of Work without the prior written consent of the city, which shall not be
unreasonably withheld. If any of the Work is subcontracted hereunder (with the consent of
the City), then the following provisions shall apply: (a) the subcontractor must be a reputable,
qualified firm with an established record of successful performance in its respective trade
performing identical or substantially similar work, (b) the subcontractor will be required to
comply with all applicable terms of this Agreement, (c) the subcontract will not create any
contractual relationship between any such subcontractor and the City, nor will it obligate the
City to pay or see to the payment of any subcontractor, and (d) the work of the subcontractor
will be subject to inspection by the City to the same extent as the work of the Service
Provider.
11. Personal Services. It is understood that the City enters into the Agreement based on the
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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 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,
employees, agents and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the respective survivors,
heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns of said parties.
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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
Purchasing Director, 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, 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
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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
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. Special provisions or conditions relating to the services to be performed
pursuant to this Agreement are set forth in Exhibit - Confidentiality, consisting of one
(1) page, and Exhibit - Federal Transit Administration Federally Required and Other
Model Contract Clauses, consisting of pages, attached hereto and incorporated
herein by this reference.
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THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO
By:
Gerry Paul
Purchasing Director
DATE:
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
SERVICE PROVIDER'S NAME
By:
Printed:
Title:
CORPORATE PRESIDENT OR VICE PRESIDENT
Date:
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
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EXHIBIT
(BID SCHEDULE/COMPENSATION)
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EXHIBIT
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The Service Provider will provide, from insurance companies acceptable to the City, the
insurance coverage designated hereinafter and pay all costs. Before commencing work
under this bid, the Service Provider shall furnish the City with certificates of insurance
showing the type, amount, class of operations covered, effective dates and date of
expiration of policies, and containing substantially the following statement:
“The insurance evidenced by this Certificate will not reduce coverage or limits and
will not be cancelled, except after thirty (30) 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 $1,000,000 combined single limits for bodily injury and property damage.
In the event any work is performed by a subcontractor, the Service Provider shall
be responsible for any liability directly or indirectly arising out of the work
performed under this Agreement by a subcontractor, which liability is not covered
by the subcontractor's insurance.
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EXHIBIT
CONFIDENTIALITY
IN CONNECTION WITH SERVICES provided to the City of Fort Collins (the “City”) pursuant to
this Agreement (the “Agreement”), the Service Provider hereby acknowledges that it has been
informed that the City has established policies and procedures with regard to the handling of
confidential information and other sensitive materials.
In consideration of access to certain information, data and material (hereinafter individually and
collectively, regardless of nature, referred to as “information”) that are the property of and/or relate
to the City or its employees, customers or suppliers, which access is related to the performance
of services that the Service Provider has agreed to perform, the Service Provider hereby
acknowledges and agrees as follows:
That information that has or will come into its possession or knowledge in connection with the
performance of services for the City may be confidential and/or proprietary. The Service Provider
agrees to treat as confidential (a) all information that is owned by the City, or that relates to the
business of the City, or that is used by the City in carrying on business, and (b) all information
that is proprietary to a third party (including but not limited to customers and suppliers of the City).
The Service Provider shall not disclose any such information to any person not having a legitimate
need-to-know for purposes authorized by the City. Further, the Service Provider shall not use
such information to obtain any economic or other benefit for itself, or any third party, except as
specifically authorized by the City.
The foregoing to the contrary notwithstanding, the Service Provider understands that it shall have
no obligation under this Agreement with respect to information and material that (a) becomes
generally known to the public by publication or some means other than a breach of duty of this
Agreement, or (b) is required by law, regulation or court order to be disclosed, provided that the
request for such disclosure is proper and the disclosure does not exceed that which is required.
In the event of any disclosure under (b) above, the Service Provider shall furnish a copy of this
Agreement to anyone to whom it is required to make such disclosure and shall promptly advise
the City in writing of each such disclosure.
In the event that the Service Provider ceases to perform services for the City, or the City so
requests for any reason, the Service Provider shall promptly return to the City any and all
information described hereinabove, including all copies, notes and/or summaries (handwritten or
mechanically produced) thereof, in its possession or control or as to which it otherwise has
access.
The Service Provider understands and agrees that the City’s remedies at law for a breach of the
Service Provider’s obligations under this Confidentiality Agreement may be inadequate and that
the City shall, in the event of any such breach, be entitled to seek equitable relief (including without
limitation preliminary and permanent injunctive relief and specific performance) in addition to all
other remedies provided hereunder or available at law.
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EXHIBIT
FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
FEDERALLY REQUIRED AND OTHER MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSES
1. NO GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES
Applicability to Contracts
Applicable to all contracts.
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Not required by statute or regulation for either primary Service Providers or
subService Providers, this concept should flow down to all levels to clarify, to all
parties to the contract, that the Federal Government does not have contractual
liability to third parties, absent specific written consent.
Model Clause/Language
While no specific language is required, FTA has developed the following language.
No Obligation by the Federal Government.
(1) The Purchaser and Service Provider 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, Service Provider, or any other party (whether
or not a party to that contract) pertaining to any matter resulting from the underlying
contract.
2. PROGRAM FRAUD AND FALSE OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENTS AND
RELATED ACTS
(31 U.S.C. 3801 et seq. 49 CFR Part 31 18 U.S.C. 1001 49 U.S.C. 5307)
Applicability to Contracts
These requirements are applicable to all contracts.
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These requirements flow down to Service Providers and subService Providers who
make, present, or submit covered claims and statements.
Model Clause/Language
These requirements have no specified language, so FTA proffers the following
language.
Program Fraud and False or Fraudulent Statements or Related Acts.
(1) The Service Provider 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 Service Provider 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
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is being performed. In addition to other penalties that may be applicable, the
Service Provider 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 Service Provider to the extent the
Federal Government deems appropriate.
(2) The Service Provider 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 Service Provider, to the extent the Federal Government deems
appropriate.
(3) The Service Provider 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 subService Provider who will
be subject to the provisions.
3. ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS
(49 U.S.C. 5325, 18 CFR 18.36 (i), 49 CFR 633.17)
Applicability to Contracts
Reference Chart "Requirements for Access to Records and Reports by Type of
Contracts"
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FTA does not require the inclusion of these requirements in subcontracts.
Model Clause/Language
The specified language is not mandated by the statutes or regulations referenced,
but the language provided paraphrases the statutory or regulatory language.
Access to Records - The following access to records requirements apply to this
Contract:
1. 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 Service Provider 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 Service Provider which are directly pertinent to this contract for the
purposes of making audits, examinations, excerpts and transcriptions. Service
Provider also agrees, pursuant to 49 C.F.R. 633.17 to provide the FTA
Administrator or his authorized representatives including any PMO Service
Provider access to Service Provider'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.
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2. Where the Purchaser is a State and is the FTA Recipient or a subgrantee of the
FTA Recipient in accordance with 49 C.F.R. 633.17, Service Provider agrees to
provide the Purchaser, the FTA Administrator or his authorized representatives,
including any PMO Service Provider, access to the Service Provider'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. By definition, a major capital project
excludes contracts of less than the simplified acquisition threshold currently set
at $100,000.
3. Where the Purchaser enters into a negotiated contract for other than a small
purchase or under the simplified acquisition threshold and is an institution of
higher education, a hospital or other non-profit organization and is the FTA
Recipient or a subgrantee of the FTA Recipient in accordance with 49 C.F.R.
19.48, Service Provider agrees to provide the Purchaser, FTA Administrator, the
Comptroller General of the United States or any of their duly authorized
representatives with access to any books, documents, papers and record of the
Service Provider which are directly pertinent to this contract for the purposes of
making audits, examinations, excerpts and transcriptions.
4. Where any Purchaser which is the FTA Recipient or a subgrantee of the FTA
Recipient in accordance with 49 U.S.C. 5325(a) enters into a contract for a capital
project or improvement (defined at 49 U.S.C. 5302(a)1) through other than
competitive bidding, the Service Provider shall make available records related to
the contract to the Purchaser, the Secretary of Transportation and the
Comptroller General or any authorized officer or employee of any of them for the
purposes of conducting an audit and inspection.
5. The Service Provider agrees to permit any of the foregoing parties to reproduce
by any means whatsoever or to copy excerpts and transcriptions as reasonably
needed.
6. The Service Provider 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
Service Provider 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).
7. 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
None
None
None
None
None
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a. Contracts
below SAT
($100,000)
b. Contracts
above
$100,000/Capital
Projects
None
unless1 non-
competitive
award
Those imposed
on state pass
thru to Service
Provider
Yes, if non-
competitive
award or if
funded thru2
5307/5309/53
11
None unless
non-
competitive
award
None unless
non-
competitive
award
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 Service
Provider
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
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The Civil Rights requirements flow down to all third party Service Providers and their
contracts at every tier.
Model Clause/Language
The following clause was predicated on language contained at 49 CFR Part 19,
Appendix A, but FTA has shortened the lengthy text.
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
Service Provider 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 Service Provider 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 Service Provider 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 Service
Provider 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 Service Provider 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 Service Provider agrees to refrain from discrimination
against present and prospective employees for reason of age. In addition,
the Service Provider agrees to comply with any implementing requirements
FTA may issue.
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(c) Disabilities - In accordance with section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities
Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12112, the Service Provider 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 Service Provider
agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(3) The Service Provider also agrees to include these requirements in each
subcontract financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA,
modified only if necessary to identify the affected parties.
6. INCORPORATION OF FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) TERMS
(FTA Circular 4220.1E)
Applicability to Contracts
The incorporation of FTA terms applies to all contracts.
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The incorporation of FTA terms has unlimited flow down.
Model Clause/Language
FTA has developed the following incorporation of terms language:
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 Service Provider 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.
7. ENERGY CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS
(42 U.S.C. 6321 et seq. 49 CFR Part 18)
Applicability to Contracts
The Energy Conservation requirements are applicable to all contracts.
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The Energy Conservation requirements extend to all third party Service Providers
and their contracts at every tier and subrecipients and their subagreements at every
tier.
Model Clause/Language
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No specific clause is recommended in the regulations because the Energy
Conservation requirements are so dependent on the state energy conservation plan.
The following language has been developed by FTA:
Energy Conservation - The Service Provider 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.
8. TERMINATION
(49 U.S.C. Part 18 FTA Circular 4220.1E)
Applicability to Contracts
All contracts (with the exception of contracts with nonprofit organizations and
institutions of higher education,) in excess of $10,000 shall contain suitable
provisions for termination by the grantee including the manner by which it will be
effected and the basis for settlement. (For contracts with nonprofit organizations
and institutions of higher education the threshold is $100,000.) In addition, such
contracts shall describe conditions under which the contract may be terminated for
default as well as conditions where the contract may be terminated because of
circumstances beyond the control of the Service Provider.
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The termination requirements flow down to all contracts in excess of $10,000, with
the exception of contracts with nonprofit organizations and institutions of higher
learning.
Model Clause/Language
FTA does not prescribe the form or content of such clauses. The following are
suggestions of clauses to be used in different types of contracts:
a. Termination for Convenience (General Provision) The (Recipient) may terminate this
contract, in whole or in part, at any time by written notice to the Service Provider when
it is in the Government's best interest. The Service Provider shall be paid its costs,
including contract close-out costs, and profit on work performed up to the time of
termination. The Service Provider shall promptly submit its termination claim to
(Recipient) to be paid the Service Provider. If the Service Provider has any property in
its possession belonging to the (Recipient), the Service Provider will account for the
same, and dispose of it in the manner the (Recipient) directs.
b. Termination for Default [Breach or Cause] (General Provision) If the Service
Provider does not deliver supplies in accordance with the contract delivery schedule, or,
if the contract is for services, the Service Provider fails to perform in the manner called
for in the contract, or if the Service Provider fails to comply with any other provisions of
the contract, the (Recipient) may terminate this contract for default. Termination shall
be effected by serving a notice of termination on the Service Provider setting forth the
manner in which the Service Provider is in default. The Service Provider 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.
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If it is later determined by the (Recipient) that the Service Provider 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 Service Provider, the
(Recipient), after setting up a new delivery of performance schedule, may allow
the Service Provider to continue work, or treat the termination as a termination
for convenience.
c. Opportunity to Cure (General Provision) The (Recipient) in its sole discretion
may, in the case of a termination for breach or default, allow the Service Provider
[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 Service Provider fails to remedy to (Recipient)'s satisfaction the breach or
default of any of the terms, covenants, or conditions of this Contract within [ten
(10) days] after receipt by Service Provider of written notice from (Recipient)
setting forth the nature of said breach or default, (Recipient) shall have the right
to terminate the Contract without any further obligation to Service Provider. Any
such termination for default shall not in any way operate to preclude (Recipient)
from also pursuing all available remedies against Service Provider and its
sureties for said breach or default.
d. Waiver of Remedies for any Breach In the event that (Recipient) elects to waive
its remedies for any breach by Service Provider of any covenant, term or
condition of this Contract, such waiver by (Recipient) shall not limit (Recipient)'s
remedies for any succeeding breach of that or of any other term, covenant, or
condition of this Contract.
e. Termination for Default (Supplies and Service) If the Service Provider fails to
deliver supplies or to perform the services within the time specified in this contract
or any extension or if the Service Provider fails to comply with any other
provisions of this contract, the (Recipient) may terminate this contract for default.
The (Recipient) shall terminate by delivering to the Service Provider a Notice of
Termination specifying the nature of the default. The Service Provider will only
be paid the contract price for supplies delivered and accepted, or services
performed in accordance with the manner or performance set forth in this
contract.
If, after termination for failure to fulfill contract obligations, it is determined that
the Service Provider 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.
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
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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, Service Providers, and subService Providers (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, Service Providers, and subService Providers who enter into covered transactions
also must require the entities they contract with to comply with 49 CFR 29, subpart C and
include this requirement in their own subsequent covered transactions (i.e., the requirement
flows down to subcontracts at all levels).
Clause Language
The following clause language is suggested, not mandatory. It incorporates the
optional method of verifying that Service Providers 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
Service Provider is required to verify that none of the Service Provider, 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 Service Provider 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 the
City of Fort Collins. If it is later determined that the bidder or proposer knowingly
rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to remedies available to the City of
Fort Collins, 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.
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10. BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS
(49 U.S.C. 5323(j) 49 CFR Part 661)
Applicability to Contracts
The Buy America requirements apply to the following types of contracts: Construction
Contracts and Acquisition of Goods or Rolling Stock (valued at more than $100,000).
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The Buy America requirements flow down from FTA recipients and subrecipients to first tier
Service Providers, who are responsible for ensuring that lower tier Service Providers and
subService Providers are in compliance. The $100,000 threshold applies only to the grantee
contract, subcontracts under that amount are subject to Buy America.
Mandatory Clause/Language
The Buy America regulation, at 49 CFR 661.13, requires notification of the Buy America
requirements in FTA-funded contracts, but does not specify the language to be used. The
following language has been developed by FTA.
Buy America - The Service Provider agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j) and 49 C.F.R.
Part 661, which provide that Federal funds may not be obligated unless steel, iron, and
manufactured products used in FTA-funded projects are produced in the United States,
unless a waiver has been granted by FTA or the product is subject to a general waiver.
General waivers are listed in 49 C.F.R. 661.7, and include final assembly in the United
States for 15 passenger vans and 15 passenger wagons produced by Chrysler Corporation,
and microcomputer equipment and software. Separate requirements for rolling stock are set
out at 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and 49 C.F.R. 661.11. Rolling stock must be assembled in
the United States and have a 60 percent domestic content.
A bidder or offeror must submit to the FTA recipient the appropriate Buy America
certification (below) with all bids or offers on FTA-funded contracts, except those
subject to a general waiver. Bids or offers that are not accompanied by a completed
Buy America certification must be rejected as nonresponsive. This requirement does
not apply to lower tier subService Providers.
BIDDER MUST SIGN ONE (1) OF THE FOLLOWING:
Certification requirement for procurement of steel, iron, or manufactured
products.
Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1)
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C.
5323(j)(1) and the applicable regulations in 49 C.F.R. Part 661.5.
Date _____________________________________________________________
Signature _________________________________________________________
Company Name ____________________________________________________
Title _____________________________________________________________
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Certificate of Non-Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1)
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of
49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) and 49 C.F.R. 661.5, but it may qualify for an exception
pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(A), 5323(j)(2)(B), or 5323(j)(2)(D), and 49 C.F.R.
661.7.
Date _____________________________________________________________
Signature _________________________________________________________
Company Name ___________________________________________________
Title _____________________________________________________________
Certification requirement for procurement of buses, other rolling stock and
associated equipment.
Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C).
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will comply with the requirements of 49
U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and the regulations at 49 C.F.R. Part 661.11.
Date _____________________________________________________________
Signature _________________________________________________________
Company Name ___________________________________________________
Title _____________________________________________________________
Certificate of Non-Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C)
The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of
49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and 49 C.F.R. 661.11, but may qualify for an exception
pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(A), 5323(j)(2)(B), or 5323(j)(2)(D), and 49 CFR
661.7.
Date _____________________________________________________________
Signature _________________________________________________________
Company Name ___________________________________________________
Title _____________________________________________________________
11. BREACHES AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
(49 CFR Part 18FTA Circular 4220.1E)
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Applicability to Contracts
All contracts in excess of $100,000 shall contain provisions or conditions which will
allow for administrative, contractual, or legal remedies in instances where Service
Providers violate or breach contract terms, and provide for such sanctions and
penalties as may be appropriate. This may include provisions for bonding, penalties
for late or inadequate performance, retained earnings, liquidated damages or other
appropriate measures.
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Model Clauses/Language
FTA does not prescribe the form or content of such provisions. What provisions are
developed will depend on the circumstances and the type of contract. Recipients
should consult legal counsel in developing appropriate clauses. The following
clauses are examples of provisions from various FTA third party contracts.
Disputes - Disputes arising in the performance of this Contract which are not
resolved by agreement of the parties shall be decided in writing by the authorized
representative of (Recipient)'s [title of employee]. This decision shall be final and
conclusive unless within [ten (10)] days from the date of receipt of its copy, the
Service Provider mails or otherwise furnishes a written appeal to the [title of
employee]. In connection with any such appeal, the Service Provider 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 Service Provider
and the Service Provider shall abide be the decision.
Performance During Dispute - Unless otherwise directed by (Recipient), Service
Provider 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 (Recipient) and the Service
Provider arising out of or relating to this agreement or its breach will be decided by
arbitration if the parties mutually agree, or in a court of competent jurisdiction within
the State in which the (Recipient) is located.
Rights and Remedies - The duties and obligations imposed by the Contract
Documents and the rights and remedies available thereunder shall be in addition to
and not a limitation of any duties, obligations, rights and remedies otherwise
imposed or available by law. No action or failure to act by the (Recipient), (Architect)
or Service Provider 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
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of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be specifically agreed
in writing.
12. LOBBYING
(31 U.S.C. 1352 49 CFR Part 19 49 CFR Part 20)
Applicability to Contracts
The Lobbying requirements apply to Construction/Architectural and
Engineering/Acquisition of Rolling Stock/Professional Service Contract/Operational
Service Contract/Turnkey contracts.
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The Lobbying requirements mandate the maximum flow down, pursuant to Byrd
Anti-Lobbying Amendment, 31 U.S.C. § 1352(b)(5) and 49 C.F.R. Part 19, Appendix
A, Section 7.
Mandatory Clause/Language
Clause and specific language therein are mandated by 49 CFR Part 19, Appendix
A.
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
Service Providers 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 Service Providers 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.] -
Service Providers 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
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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 [Service Provider] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and
belief, that:
(1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of
the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an
officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee
of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the
awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making
of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the
extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal
contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid
to any person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any
agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an
employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract,
grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and
submit Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in
accordance with its instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for
New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96). Note: Language
in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in accordance with Section 10 of the
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65, to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601,
et seq.)]
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included
in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts,
subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and
that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed
when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is
a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. §
1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any person who fails
to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than
$10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
[Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 1352(c)(1)-(2)(A), any person who makes a
prohibited expenditure or fails to file or amend a required certification or disclosure
form shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than
$100,000 for each such expenditure or failure.]
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The Service Provider, ________________ ___, certifies or
affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement of its certification and
disclosure, if any. In addition, the Service Provider 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 Service Provider's Authorized Official
__________________________ Name and Title of Service Provider's Authorized
Official
___________________________ Date
13. CLEAN AIR
(42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq, 40 CFR 15.61, 49 CFR Part 18)
Applicability to Contracts
The Clean Air requirements apply to all contracts exceeding $100,000, including
indefinite quantities where the amount is expected to exceed $100,000 in any year.
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The Clean Air requirements flow down to all subcontracts which exceed $100,000.
Model Clauses/Language
No specific language is required. FTA has proposed the following language.
Clean Air - (1) The Service Provider 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 Service Provider 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 Service Provider 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. CLEAN WATER REQUIREMENTS
(33 U.S.C. 1251)
Applicability to Contracts
The Clean Water requirements apply to each contract and subcontract which
exceeds $100,000.
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The Clean Water requirements flow down to FTA recipients and subrecipients at
every tier.
Model Clause/Language
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While no mandatory clause is contained in the Federal Water Pollution Control Act,
as amended, the following language developed by FTA contains all the mandatory
requirements:
Clean Water - (1) The Service Provider 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 Service Provider 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 Service Provider also agrees to include these requirements in each
subcontract exceeding $100,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal
assistance provided by FTA.
15. CARGO PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS
(46 U.S.C. 1241 , 46 CFR Part 381)
Applicability to Contracts
The Cargo Preference requirements apply to all contracts involving equipment,
materials, or commodities which may be transported by ocean vessels.
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The Cargo Preference requirements apply to all subcontracts when the subcontract
may be involved with the transport of equipment, material, or commodities by ocean
vessel.
Model Clause/Language
The MARAD regulations at 46 CFR 381.7 contain suggested contract clauses. The
following language is proffered by FTA.
Cargo Preference - Use of United States-Flag Vessels - The Service Provider
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 Service Provider in the case of a subService Provider'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.
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16. FLY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS
(49 U.S.C. § 40118, 41 CFR Part 301-10)
Applicability to Contracts
The Fly America requirements apply to the transportation of persons or property, by
air, between a place in the U.S. and a place outside the U.S., or between places
outside the U.S., when the FTA will participate in the costs of such air transportation.
Transportation on a foreign air carrier is permissible when provided by a foreign air
carrier under a code share agreement when the ticket identifies the U.S. air carrier’s
designator code and flight number. Transportation by a foreign air carrier is also
permissible if there is a bilateral or multilateral air transportation agreement to which
the U.S. Government and a foreign government are parties and which the Federal
DOT has determined meets the requirements of the Fly America Act.
Flow Down Requirements
The Fly America requirements flow down from FTA recipients and subrecipients to
first tier Service Providers, who are responsible for ensuring that lower tier Service
Providers and subService Providers are in compliance.
Model Clause/Language
The relevant statutes and regulations do not mandate any specified clause or
language. FTA proposes the following language.
Fly America Requirements
The Service Provider 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
Service Providers 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 Service Provider
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 Service
Provider agrees to include the requirements of this section in all subcontracts that
may involve international air transportation.
17. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE)
(49 CFR Part 26)
Background and Applicability
The newest version on the Department of Transportation’s Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise (DBE) program became effective July 16, 2003. The rule provides
guidance to grantees on the use of overall and contract goals, requirement to include
DBE provisions in subcontracts, evaluating DBE participation where specific
contract goals have been set, reporting requirements, and replacement of DBE
subService Providers. Additionally, the DBE program dictates payment terms and
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conditions (including limitations on retainage) applicable to all subService Providers
regardless of whether they are DBE firms or not.
The DBE program applies to all DOT-assisted contracting activities. A formal clause
such as that below must be included in all contracts above the micro-purchase level.
The requirements of clause subsection b flow down to subcontracts.
A substantial change to the payment provisions in this newest version of Part 26
concerns retainage (see section 26.29). Grantee choices concerning retainage
should be reflected in the language choices in clause subsection d.
Clause Language
The following clause language is suggested, not mandatory. It incorporates the
payment terms and conditions applicable to all subService Providers based in Part
26 as well as those related only to DBE subService Providers. The suggested
language allows for the options available to grantees concerning retainage, specific
contract goals, and evaluation of DBE subcontracting participation when specific
contract goals have been established.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprises
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 5 %. A contract goal of 0 % DBE
participation has been established for this procurement.
b. The Service Provider shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The Service Provider shall carry
out applicable requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in the award and administration
of this DOT-assisted contract. Failure by the Service Provider 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 the City of Fort Collins deems
appropriate. Each subcontract the Service Provider signs with a subService
Provider must include the assurance in this paragraph (see 49 CFR 26.13(b)).
c. Bidders/offerors are required to document sufficient DBE participation to meet
these goals or, alternatively, document adequate good faith efforts to do so, as
provided for in 49 CFR 26.53. Award of this contract is conditioned on
submission of the following concurrent with and accompanying sealed bid:
The successful bidder/offeror will be required to report its DBE participation
obtained through race-neutral means throughout the period of performance.
d. The Service Provider is required to pay its subService Providers performing work
related to this contract for satisfactory performance of that work no later than 30
days after the Service Provider’s receipt of payment for that work from the City
of Fort Collins. In addition, the Service Provider may not hold retainage from its
subService Providers and is required to return any retainage payments to those
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subService Providers within 30 days after the subService Provider's work related
to this contract is satisfactorily completed.
e. The Service Provider must promptly notify the City of Fort Collins whenever a
DBE subService Provider performing work related to this contract is terminated
or fails to complete its work, and must make good faith efforts to engage another
DBE subService Provider to perform at least the same amount of work. The
Service Provider may not terminate any DBE subService Provider and perform
that work through its own forces or those of an affiliate without prior written
consent of the City of Fort Collins.
18. RECYCLED PRODUCTS
(42 U.S.C. 6962, 40 CFR Part 247, Executive Order 12873)
Applicability to Contracts
The Recycled Products requirements apply to all contracts for items designated by
the EPA, when the purchaser or Service Provider procures $10,000 or more of one
of these items during the fiscal year, or has procured $10,000 or more of such items
in the previous fiscal year, using Federal funds. New requirements for "recovered
materials" will become effective May 1, 1996. These new regulations apply to all
procurement actions involving items designated by the EPA, where the procuring
agency purchases $10,000 or more of one of these items in a fiscal year, or when
the cost of such items purchased during the previous fiscal year was $10,000.
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These requirements flow down to all to all Service Provider and subService Provider
tiers.
Model Clause/Language
No specific clause is mandated, but FTA has developed the following language.
Recovered Materials - The Service Provider 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.
19. 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
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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.
20. 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.
Sources of Authority:
1 49 USC 5325 (a)
2 49 CFR 633.17
3 18 CFR 18.36 (i)
4. FEDERAL CHANGES
(49 CFR Part 18)
Applicability to Contracts
The Federal Changes requirement applies to all contracts.
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The Federal Changes requirement flows down appropriately to each applicable
changed requirement.
Model Clause/Language
No specific language is mandated. The following language has been developed by
FTA.
Federal Changes - Service Provider 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. Service Provider's failure to so comply shall constitute a material breach of
this contract.
5. CIVIL RIGHTS REQUIREMENTS
(29 U.S.C. § 623, 42 U.S.C. § 2000 42 U.S.C. § 6102, 42 U.S.C. § 12112 42 U.S.C.
§ 12132, 49 U.S.C. § 5332 29 CFR Part 1630, 41 CFR Parts 60 et seq.)
Applicability to Contracts
The Civil Rights Requirements apply to all contracts.
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