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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRFP - 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICESRFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 1 of 23 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES RFP DUE: 3:00 PM MST (OUR CLOCK), MARCH 20, 2020 The City of Fort Collins is requesting proposals from qualified Vendors to provide an Armed Guard at Fort Collins Police Services. As part of the City’s commitment to Sustainable Purchasing, proposals should be submitted online through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (RMEPS) at http://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/city-of-fort-collins. Note: please ensure adequate time to submit proposals through RMEPS. Proposals not submitted by the designated Opening Date and Time will not be accepted by the system. All questions should be submitted, in writing via email, to Marisa Donegon, Buyer at mdonegon@fcgov.com, no later than 5:00 PM MST (our clock) on March 11, 2020. Please format your e-mail to include: RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES 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. This RFP has been posted utilizing the following Commodity Code(s): 91893 Security/Safety Consulting 99046 Guard and Security Services Prohibition of Unlawful Discrimination: The City of Fort Collins, in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 US.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d- 4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. The City strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based on an individual’s gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age 40 years or older, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by law. For the purpose of this policy “sexual orientation” means a person’s actual or perceived orientation toward heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality. The City also strictly prohibits unlawful harassment in the workplace, including sexual harassment. Further, the City strictly prohibits unlawful retaliation against a person who engages in protected activity. Protected activity includes an employee complaining that he or she has been discriminated against in violation of the above policy or participating in an employment discrimination proceeding. Financial Services Purchasing Division 215 N. Mason St. 2nd Floor PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 970.221.6775 970.221.6707 fcgov.com/purchasing RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 2 of 23 The City requires its vendors to comply with the City’s policy for equal employment opportunity and to prohibit unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation. This requirement applies to all third-party vendors and their subcontractors at every tier. 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. Vendors may submit one (1) additional complete proposal clearly marked “FOR PUBLIC VIEWING.” In this version of the proposal, the Vendor may redact text and/or data that it deems confidential or proprietary pursuant to CORA. 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. 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). RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 3 of 23 Sincerely, Gerry Paul Purchasing Director RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 4 of 23 I. BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE / OVERVIEW A. Objective The City of Fort Collins (City) is requesting proposals from qualified Vendors to provide an Armed Guard for Fort Collins Police Services (FCPS). B. Background Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 175,000 located 65 miles north of Denver, at the base of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The City is 56 square miles in size and is the northern extension of the “Colorado Front Range” urban corridor. The City’s population includes over 33,000 college students. II. SCOPE OF PROPOSAL A. Scope of Work The duties and responsibilities of an Armed Guard is a position at FCPS. This position will be staffed by a private, armed, uniformed and non-sworn officer who will be stationed at the front desk in the lobby area of the FCPS building. The front desk will be staffed from 0800 to 1800, Monday – Friday with extended hours and special requests as needed and with proper notice from the City. The Armed Guard's duties include directing incoming pedestrian traffic to other portions of the facility as well as answering their questions. The Armed Guard is also responsible for the electronic security of FCPS and will grant and direct electronic access to the officers and visitors. While monitoring the building security system and cameras, the Armed Guard will keep surveillance over officers with prisoners in the sally port, booking and lock-up areas and report any suspicious activities to the communications center. The Armed Guard is also responsible for answering an internal business line as well as nonemergency phone calls from the public. The Armed Guard position will report to and be evaluated by a City Representative, who is a designated supervisor from the FCPS and/or the City’s Office of Emergency Preparedness and Security. The Armed Guard will conduct all activities in accordance with FCPS’s Mission and Values, Rules, Regulations, General Directives which is available for viewing upon request. B. Specifications Background Checks and Testing The Armed Guard must have had a background check completed by the awarded Vendor within the past twelve (12) months. Additionally, a copy of the completed background check will be provided to the City Representative to review prior to placement with FCPS. Armed Guards must not have been convicted of a felony. Individuals convicted of other crimes will be subject to FCPS’s approval at its sole discretion. All personnel recommended for placement at FCPS will be given a limited background check by a member of FCPS and RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 5 of 23 those that are selected for the Armed Guards position will be required to take a urinalysis test prior to being hired, unless these tests are completed by the Vendor prior to employment. If so, then the results of this test will be provided to the City Representative prior to placement with FCPS. In the event that a background check raises questions about the trustworthiness, fitness for provision of services under the Agreement resulting from this RFP, competence or suitability of any individual working with members of the general public, such individual shall not be employed in connection with the services or activities required. Violation of this specification will be grounds to terminate services with the Vendor. FCPS reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to preclude any of the Vendor’s managers, supervisors or employees from providing services under this contract. CJIS Compliance The awarded Vendor must have all Armed Guards assigned to FCPS register with CBI’s CJIS Vendor Management Program, and pass CBI/CJIS background checks, CJIS Security awareness training, and follow all requirements of the CJIS Security Policy. Program instructions for vendors can be found here: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cbi/cjis-vendor-management-program. The CJIS Security Policy can be found here: https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/cjis-security- policy-resource-center Written and Oral Language The Armed Guard must have the ability to effectively meet and interact with the public and communicate in a professional manner both verbally and in writing along with the ability to handle stressful situations. Armed Guards must read and write the English language to enable them to maintain a daily log of events when working. It is preferred but not required that the Armed Guard be proficient in Spanish. Certifications and Training Armed Guard must be trained and hold a current certification in American Red Cross first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, or an equivalent. Certification records must be made available to FCPS prior to placement. Armed Guards must be able to integrate duties with any safety protocols or emergency response plans developed by FCPS, and complete any related training mandated by FCPS. Personnel Requirements The security officer must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and must have a high school diploma or G.E.D. (General Equivalency Diploma). The awarded Vendor is responsible for ensuring that the staffing requirements are fulfilled. If they are not, the Vendor must reimburse FCPS for costs incurred if FCPS personnel must be used. RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 6 of 23 The Vendor must agree to work under the administrative control of FCPS. The security personnel working the Armed Guard position should be permanently assigned, when practical. Special Requirements Armed Guards assigned to the position must carry firearms and be trained by the Vendor on their use. Each guard must re-qualify with the firearm twice per year and the qualification records made available to FCPS. All training records must be forwarded to the City Representative within two weeks after the training has taken place, or upon request. It is preferred, but not required, that the Armed Guards be Colorado P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certified as a peace officer. Uniforms and Equipment Armed Guards working at FCPS must wear an approved uniform which clearly identifies their official capacity at all times while on duty. Their appearance will be neat and professional at all times. All uniforms and personal security guard equipment, including weapons and handcuffs will be provided by the Vendor. It is the Vendor’s responsibility to make sure that all weapons and handcuffs are properly maintained and tested. Necessary Knowledge The Armed Guard must have a working knowledge of intercom systems, security systems, computers and Microsoft and Windows operating systems. The Armed Guard must possess a working knowledge of emergency services practices and use of mobile land radio. Physical Demands The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an Armed Guard to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Armed Guard is frequently required to sit and/or talk and hear. The Armed Guard is required to walk and stand for lengthy periods of time. The Armed Guard is frequently required to use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. The Armed Guard must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Armed Guard encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, but will include periods of loud tones and pedestrian traffic from numerous radios and phones at once. C. Minimum Qualifications The FCPS prefers the Vendor to be currently staffing two (2) other law enforcement agencies in Colorado and be performing like duties in those agencies. RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 7 of 23 D. 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: March 2, 2020 • Question deadline: 5:00 PM MST on March 11, 2020 • Proposal due date: 3:00 MST (our clock) on March 20, 2020 • Interviews (tentative): Week of April 13, 2020 • Award of contract (tentative): May 1, 2020 E. 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. F. Subcontractors Vendors will be responsible for identifying any subcontractors in their proposal. Please note that the City will contract solely with the awarded Vendor; therefore subcontractors will be the responsibility of the Vendor. 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, Purchase Order number, 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. RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 8 of 23 C. 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 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. Please limit the total length of your proposal to a maximum of twenty-five (25) double sided or fifty (50) single sided 8 ½ x 11” pages (excluding cover pages, table of contents, dividers and Vendor Statement form). Font shall be a minimum of 10 Arial and margins are limited to no less than .5” for sides and top/bottom. Extended page sizes, such as 11” x 17”, count as a single page. Please, no embedded documents. Proposals that do not conform to these requirements may be rejected. 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. Details about ownership 4. An overview of services offered and qualifications 5. Size of the firm 6. Location(s) of offices. If multiple, please identify which will be the primary for our account. 7. 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 proposed if awarded the contract per the scope above. The narrative should include any options that may be beneficial for the City to consider. 2. Describe how the project would be managed and who would have primary responsibility for it. 3. Describe the methods and timeline of communication your firm will use with the City Representative and other parties. RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 9 of 23 4. Identify what portion of work, if any, may be subcontracted. D. Firm Capability Provide relevant information regarding previous experience related to this or similar Projects, to include the following: 1. Provide an Organization Chart/Proposed Project Team: An organization chart containing the names of all key personnel and sub consultants with titles and their specific task assignment for this Agreement shall be provided in this section. 2. A list of qualifications for your firm and qualifications and experience of the specific staff members proposed to perform the consulting services described above. 3. If able, provide a minimum of three similar projects with public agencies in the last 5 years that have involved the staff proposed to work on this project. Include the owner’s name, title of project, beginning price, ending price, contact name, email and phone number, sub-consultants on the team and a brief description of the work and any change orders. 4. Provide examples of at least two projects where you’ve worked with your sub- consultants. List the sub-consultant firm(s) for this Agreement, their area(s) of expertise, and include all other applicable information herein requested for each sub- consultant. Identify what portion of work, if any, may be sub-contracted. 5. References (current contact name, current telephone number and email address) from two (2) other law enforcement agencies in Colorado that are currently staffed with like duties, if able. If not currently staffing other law enforcement agencies in Colorado, provide references from at least two 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 Vendor authorizes FCPS to verify any and all information contained in the Vendor’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 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. 2. Some functions of this project may require the use of sub-consultants. If you intend to utilize sub-consultants you must list each and provide resumes for their key personnel. RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 10 of 23 F. Availability & Safety 1. Describe the availability of project personnel to participate in this project in the context of the vendor’s other commitments. 2. Are other qualified personnel available to back-up for vacations, sick time, etc.? 3. Describe the methods and timeline of communication your firm will use with the City’s Project Manager and other parties. 4. Provide your firm’s OSHA reportable accident rate and current workman’s compensation Experience Modification Rate (EMR) for the last 3 years. 5. Address your firm’s safety program and any additional information that would be useful in demonstrating your approach to a safe work environment. G. 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. H. Cost In your response to this proposal, please provide the following: 1. Schedule of Rates: Provide a schedule of billing rates by category of employee and job title to be used during the term of the Agreement. This fee schedule will be firm for at least one (1) year from the date of the Agreement. I. 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. D. 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 RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 11 of 23 2.0 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 required to successfully complete the project on- time and in-budget? Has the firm successfully completed previous projects of this type and scope? 1.5 Assigned Personnel Do the persons who will be working on the project have the necessary skills and qualifications? Are sufficient people of the requisite skills and qualifications assigned to the project? 2.0 Availability & Safety Can the work be completed in the necessary time? Are other qualified personnel available to assist in meeting the project schedule if required? Does the firm demonstrate a regard for safety? 1.0 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 included detailed cost break- down for each cost element as applicable and are the line-item costs competitive? Does the proposed cost compare favorably with the Project Manager's estimate? 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.” RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 12 of 23 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? RFP 9112 ARMED GUARD AT FORT COLLINS POLICE SERVICES Page 13 of 23 E. 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. Legal 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. Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 14 of 23 F. 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. 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 Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 15 of 23 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 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 Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 16 of 23 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. Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 17 of 23 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 Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 18 of 23 knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement. c. Service Provider is prohibited from using the e-Verify Program or Department Program procedures to undertake pre-employment screening of job applicants while this Agreement is being performed. d. If Service Provider obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Service Provider shall: 1. Notify such subcontractor and the City within three days that Service Provider has actual knowledge that the subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien; and 2. Terminate the subcontract with the subcontractor if within three days of receiving the notice required pursuant to this section the subcontractor does not cease employing or contracting with the illegal alien; except that Service Provider shall not terminate 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, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 19 of 23 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: Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 20 of 23 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 21 of 23 EXHIBIT (BID SCHEDULE/COMPENSATION) Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 22 of 23 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. Official Purchasing Document Last updated 10/2017 Services Agreement Page 23 of 23 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.