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331 Quartermaster Court,Jeffersonville,Indiana 47130-3623
A GREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT (the "Agreement") is made and entered into this day of
, 2019 (the "Effective Date"), by and between the City of Jeffersonville, acting
by and through its proper officials, hereinafter referred to as OWNER, and Lochmueller Group,
Inc., hereinafter referred to as CONSULTANT.
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the OWNER desires to contract for Professional Services, and
WHEREAS, CONSULTANT has expressed a willingness to perform said services,
NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree that CONSULTANT shall provide the services
and documents hereinafter described, in relation to the following described project: Downtown
Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Wet Weather Improvements (the "PROJECT").
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the
parties hereto mutually covenant and agree as follows:
SECTION I BASIC SERVICES BY CONSULTANT
The basic services to be provided by CONSULTANT under this Agreement are as set forth
in Appendix "A" ("Services") attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION II INFORMATION AND SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY THE CLIENT
The information and services to be furnished by the OWNER are as set forth in Appendix
"B" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION III SCHEDULE
CONSULTANT shall deliver the Services to the OWNER in accordance with the Schedule
contained in Appendix "C" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The OWNER
agrees that CONSULTANT is not responsible for damages arising directly or indirectly from
delays for causes beyond CONSULTANT's control. In addition, if the delays resulting from any
such causes increase the cost or time by CONSULTANT to perform its Services in an efficient
manner, CONSULTANT shall be entitled to a reasonable adjustment in schedule and
compensation.
SECTION IV COMPENSATION
CONSULTANT shall receive payment for the Services performed under this Agreement as
set forth in Appendix "D" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
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SECTION V GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.0 WORK OFFICE
CONSULTANT shall perform the Services at its offices or at such other locations as may
be necessary or appropriate.
2.0 SUBCONTRACTORS
If OWNER requests that CONSULTANT subcontract certain geotechnical services on
behalf of the OWNER, CONSULTANT agrees to do so only as an accommodation to the
OWNER and in reliance upon the OWNER's assurance that the OWNER will make no
claim to bring any action at law or in equity against CONSULTANT as a result of this
subcontracted service. The OWNER understands that CONSULTANT is neither trained
nor knowledgeable in the procedures or results of the subcontractor's services and the
OWNER shall not rely upon CONSULTANT to check the quality or accuracy of their
services. In addition, the OWNER agrees to the fullest extent permitted by law to
indemnify and hold CONSULTANT harmless from any damage, liability or cost (including
attorneys' fees and costs of defense) arising from the services performed by this
subcontractor except only those damages, liabilities or costs caused by the sole
negligence or willful misconduct of CONSULTANT.
3.0 STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
3.1 The standard of care for all professional services performed or furnished by
CONSULTANT under this Agreement will be the care and skill ordinarily used by
members of the respective profession practicing under similar circumstances at
the same time and in the same locality. CONSULTANT makes no warranties,
express or implied, under this Agreement or otherwise, in connection with
CONSULTANT's Services.
3.2 CONSULTANT shall be responsible for the technical accuracy of its Services and
documents resulting therefrom, and OWNER shall not be responsible for
discovering deficiencies therein. CONSULTANT shall correct any deficiencies
OWNER discovers without additional compensation except to the extent such
action is directly attributable to deficiencies in OWNER-furnished information.
3.3 CONSULTANT shall perform or furnish professional services in all phases of the
Project to which this Agreement applies. CONSULTANT shall serve as OWNER's
prime professional for the Project. CONSULTANT may employ such
subconsultants as CONSULTANT deems necessary to assist in the performance or
furnishing of the Services. CONSULTANT shall not be required to employ any
subconsultants unacceptable to CONSULTANT.
3.4 CONSULTANT and OWNER shall comply with applicable laws or regulations and
Client-mandated standards. This Agreement is based on these requirements as
of its Effective Date. Changes to these requirements after the Effective Date of
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this Agreement may be the basis for modifications to OWNER's responsibilities
or to CONSULTANT's scope of services, time of performance, or compensation.
3.5 OWNER shall be responsible for, and CONSULTANT may rely upon, the accuracy
and completeness of all requirements, programs, instructions, reports, data, and
other information furnished by OWNER to CONSULTANT pursuant to this
Agreement. CONSULTANT may use such requirements, reports, data, and
information in performing or furnishing services under this Agreement.
3.6 CONSULTANT shall not be required to sign any documents, no matter by whom
requested, that would result in CONSULTANT's having to certify, guarantee or
warrant the existence of conditions whose existence CONSULTANT cannot
ascertain. OWNER agrees not to make resolution of any dispute with
CONSULTANT or payment of any amount due to CONSULTANT in any way
contingent upon CONSULTANT's signing any such certification.
3.7 CONSULTANT shall not be responsible for the acts or omissions of any
contractor(s), subcontractor or supplier, or any of the contractor's agents or
employees or any other persons (except CONSULTANT's own employees) at the
site or otherwise furnishing or performing any of the contractor's work; or for
any decision made on interpretations or clarifications of any contract for
construction, general conditions, supplemental conditions, change orders, and
related documents (the "Contract Documents") given by OWNER without
consultation and advice of CONSULTANT.
3.8 All estimates of construction cost to be provided by CONSULTANT shall represent
the best judgement of CONSULTANT based upon the information currently
available and upon CONSULTANT's background and experience with respect to
projects of this nature. It is recognized, however, that neither CONSULTANT nor
the OWNER has control over the cost of labor, materials or equipment, over
contractor's method of determining cost of services, or over competitive
bidding, market or negotiating conditions. Accordingly, CONSULTANT cannot
and does not warrant or represent that the proposals or construction bids
received will not vary from the cost estimates provided pursuant to this
Agreement.
4.0 AUTHORIZED PROJECT REPRESENTATIVES
Contemporaneous with the execution of this agreement, CONSULTANT and OWNER
shall designate specific individuals to act as CONSULTANT's and OWNER's
representatives with respect to the Services to be performed or furnished by
CONSULTANT and responsibilities of OWNER under this Agreement. Such individuals
shall have authority to transmit instructions, receive information, and render decisions
relative to the Project on behalf of each respective party.
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5.0 OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
The OWNER acknowledges the CONSULTANT's documents, including tracings, drawings,
reports, estimates, specifications, field notes, investigations, studies, etc., as the work
papers of CONSULTANT's and the CONSULTANT's instruments of professional services.
Nevertheless, the final documents prepared under this Agreement shall become the
property of the OWNER upon completion of the services and payment in full of all
monies due to CONSULTANT. During the performance of the Services herein provided
for, CONSULTANT shall be responsible for any loss or damage to the documents which it
caused, herein enumerated, while they are in its possession and any such loss or
damage shall be restored at its expense. Full access to the Services during the progress
of the Services shall be available to OWNER. The OWNER agrees, to the fullest extent
permitted by law, to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the CONSULTANT, its officers,
directors, employees and subconsultants (collectively, "CONSULTANT") against any
damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees and defense costs
arising from, or allegedly arising from or in any way connected with, the unauthorized
reuse or modification of the documents by OWNER or any person or entity that acquires
or obtains the documents from or through the OWNER without the written
authorization of CONSULTANT.
Under no circumstances shall the transfer of ownership of CONSULTANT's drawings,
specifications, electronic files or other instruments of service be deemed a sale by
CONSULTANT, and CONSULTANT makes no warranties, either express or implied, of
merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose, nor shall such transfer be
construed or regarded as any waiver or other relinquishment of CONSULTANT's
copyrights in any of the foregoing, full ownership of which shall remain with
CONSULTANT, absent CONSULTANT's express prior written consent.
6.0 ACCESS TO RECORDS
CONSULTANT and its subconsultants shall maintain all books, documents, papers,
accounting records and other evidence pertaining to the cost incurred and shall make
such materials available at its respective offices at all reasonable times during the period
of this Agreement and for three (3) years from the date of final payment under the
terms of this Agreement, for inspection by the OWNER and copies thereof shall be
furnished if requested.
7.0 COMPLIANCE WITH STATE AND OTHER LAWS
CONSULTANT specifically agrees that in performance of the Services herein enumerated
by it or by a subconsultant or anyone acting in behalf of either, that it or they will
exercise reasonable skill and care in its efforts to comply with applicable State, Federal,
and Local Statutes, Ordinances and Regulations and assist the OWNER in obtaining all
permits that are applicable to the entry into and the performance of this Agreement.
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8.0 ALLOCATION OF RISKS—INDEMNIFICATION
8.1 To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall indemnify and hold
harmless OWNER, OWNER's officers, directors, partners, and employees from
and against any and all costs, losses, and damages (including but not limited to
all reasonable fees and charges of engineers, architects, attorneys, and other
professionals, and all court or arbitration or other dispute resolution costs)
caused solely by the negligent acts or omissions of CONSULTANT or
CONSULTANT's officers, directors, partners, employees, and its subconsultants in
the performance and furnishing of CONSULTANT's services under this
Agreement.
8.2 To the fullest extent permitted by law, OWNER shall indemnify and hold
harmless CONSULTANT, CONSULTANT's officers, directors, partners, employees
and CONSULTANT's subconsultants from and against any and all costs, losses,
and damages (including but not limited to all fees and charges of engineers,
architects, attorneys, and other professionals, and all court or arbitration or
other dispute resolution costs) caused solely by the negligent acts or omissions
of OWNER or OWNER's officers, directors, partners, employees, and OWNER's
consultants with respect to this Agreement or the Project.
8.3 To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT's total liability to OWNER
and anyone claiming by, through, or under OWNER for any cost, loss, or damages
caused in part by the negligence of CONSULTANT and in part by the negligence
of OWNER or any other negligent entity or individual, shall not exceed the
percentage share that CONSULTANT's negligence bears to the total negligence of
OWNER, CONSULTANT, and all other negligent entities and individuals.
8.4 In addition to the indemnity provided under Paragraph 8.2 above, and to the
fullest extent permitted by law, OWNER shall indemnify and hold harmless
CONSULTANT and its officers, directors, partners, employees, and
CONSULTANT's consultants from and against all costs, losses, and damages
(including but not limited to all fees and charges of engineers, architects,
attorneys, and other professionals, and all court or arbitration or other dispute
resolution costs) caused by, arising out of or resulting from the presence at the
site of asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyls, petroleum, hazardous waste (42 USC
Sec. 6903) or radioactive materials (42 USC Sec. 2011) in such quantities or
circumstances that may represent a substantial danger to persons or property
exposed thereto in connection with the Work (the "Hazardous Environmental
Condition"), provided that (i) any such cost, loss, or damage is attributable to
bodily injury, sickness, disease, or death, or to injury to or destruction of tangible
property (other than completed Work), including the loss of use resulting
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therefrom, and (ii) nothing in this Paragraph 8.4 shall obligate OWNER to
indemnify any individual or entity from and against the consequences of that
individual's or entity's own negligence or willful misconduct.
8.5 CONSULTANT shall not be responsible for the means, methods and techniques of
any construction contractor in the prosecution of its work on a project for which
CONSULTANT provides services, nor for the construction contractor(s)' and their
subcontractor's safety programs, training or compliance with safety
requirements of any federal or state agency.
9.0 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
OWNER and CONSULTANT further agree to waive, on behalf of their assigns, employees,
agents, and successors-in-interest, any and all consequential damages arising out of
their responsibilities hereunder. This mutual waiver of consequential damages shall
include, but is not limited to, loss of use, loss of profit, loss of business, loss of income,
loss of reputation and any other consequential damages that either party may have
incurred from any cause of action including negligence, strict liability, breach of contract
and breach of strict or implied warranty.
10.0 STATUS OF CLAIMS
CONSULTANT shall be responsible for keeping the OWNER currently advised as to the
status of any claims made for damages against CONSULTANT which are known resulting
from services performed under this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall send notice of
claims related to Services under this Agreement to OWNER within thirty (30) days.
11.0 DISPUTE RESOLUTION-JURISDICTION AND VENUE
If disputes arise between OWNER and CONSULTANT during the course of the Project, or
following completion of the Project, which are not resolved within three (3) weeks after
a demand for direct negotiation, the parties agree that all disputes between them
arising out or relating to this Agreement or the Project shall be submitted to non-
binding mediation, unless the parties mutually agree otherwise, with mediation
conducted in Evansville, Indiana. If the parties do not agree on a mediator within ten
(10) days after demand for mediation, either party may request the American
Arbitration Association to appoint a mediator who shall be an attorney having
substantial experience in construction law issues. If the mediator is unable to facilitate a
settlement of disputes within forty-five (45) days of his/her appointment, the mediator
shall issue a written statement to the parties to that effect and the aggrieved party may
then seek relief through litigation. Any such litigation shall be resolved without the
assistance of a jury, and each party hereby waives trial by jury in any claim whether in
Agreement or tort, at law or in equity, arising out of or in any way related to this
Agreement. If the parties are not able to settle the dispute through mediation, then it is
understood that both parties hereto agree and consent to the exercise of jurisdiction
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over any matter or dispute arising in connection with this Agreement in a state court
sitting in the state and county in which the project resides.
12.0 WORKER'S COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY INSURANCE
CONSULTANT shall procure and maintain, until final payment by OWNER for the Services
covered by this Agreement, insurance of the kinds and in the amounts hereinafter
provided in insurance companies authorized to do such business in the State of Indiana
covering all operations under this Agreement whether performed by it or by its
subcontractor. CONSULTANT shall furnish a certificate or certificates in a form
satisfactory to OWNER, showing that this section has been complied with. During the
term of this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall furnish OWNER with certificates showing
that the required insurance coverage is maintained. The certificate or certificates shall
provide that the policies shall not be changed or canceled until ten (10) days written
notice has been given to the OWNER. In the event that such written notice of change or
cancellation is given, OWNER may, at its option, terminate this Agreement and no
further compensation shall, in such case, be made to CONSULTANT.
The kinds and amounts of insurance required are as follows:
12.1 Policy covering the obligations of CONSULTANT in accordance with the
provisions of the Worker's Compensation law. This Agreement shall be void and
of no effect unless CONSULTANT procures such policy and maintains it until
acceptance of the Services.
12.2 Commercial General Liability Insurance (naming the OWNER as an additional
insured) with limits of liability to be not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence,
including bodily injury and property damage, and not less than $2,000,000
aggregate.
12.3 Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance, including hired or non-owned
vehicles with limits of liability of not less than $1,000,000 for each accident.
12.4 Professional Liability Insurance in the amount of at least $1,000,000 per claim
and aggregate.
13.0 CHANGES IN THE SERVICES
In the event the OWNER requires a change in the Services, after the Services have
progressed as directed by the OWNER, adjustments in compensation to CONSULTANT,
and in time for performance of the Services as modified, shall be determined by the
OWNER in consultation with CONSULTANT and CONSULTANT shall not commence the
change of scope of the Services until an amendment to this agreement is executed and
CONSULTANT is authorized to proceed with the changes of scope in writing by the
OWNER.
14.0 TERMINATION
The OWNER or the CONSULTANT may terminate services on the Project upon thirty (30)
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days written notice with or without cause. The consultant shall submit an invoice for
services performed up to the effective date of termination and the OWNER shall pay the
CONSULTANT all outstanding invoices within fourteen (14) days. The OWNER may
withhold an amount for services that may be in dispute provided that the OWNER
furnishes a written notice of the basis for their dispute and that the amount withheld
represents a reasonable value.
15.0 NON-DISCRIMINATION
Pursuant to I.C. 22-9-1-10, CONSULTANT and its subcontractors, if any, shall not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment, to be employed in
performance of the services under this Agreement, with respect to hire, tenure, terms,
conditions or privileges of employment or any matter directly or indirectly related to
employment, because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, national origin or ancestry.
Breach of this covenant may be regarded as a material breach of the Agreement.
16.0 SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNEES
The OWNER, insofar as authorized by law, binds itself and its successors, and
CONSULTANT binds its successors, executors, administrators and assignees, to the other
party of this Agreement and to the successors, executors, administrators and assignees
of such other party, as the case may be insofar as authorized by law, in respect to all
covenants of this Agreement. Neither party may assign this Agreement, or any right,
interests, claim, chose in action, defense or privilege under this Agreement without the
written consent of the other party. Subcontracting to subconsultants, normally
contemplated by the CONSULTANT as a generally accepted business practice, shall not
be considered an assignment for purposes of this Agreement.
17.0 ENTIRE AGREEMENT—AMENDMENTS
This Agreement, together with the Appendices attached hereto, constitutes the entire
agreement between the parties. This Agreement may only be amended, supplemented
or modified by a written document executed in the same manner as this Agreement.
18.0 NON-WAIVER
It is agreed and acknowledged that no action or failure to act by OWNER or
CONSULTANT as to a breach, act or omission of the other shall constitute a waiver of
any right or duty afforded either of them under this Agreement, as to any subsequent
breach, act or omission of the other nor shall any such action or failure to act constitute
an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereof, except as may be specifically
agreed in writing. No right conferred on either party under this Agreement shall be
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deemed waived and no breach of this Agreement excused unless such a waiver or
excuse shall be in writing and signed by the party claimed to have waived such right.
19.0 DURATION OF AGREEMENT
If the basic Services covered in this Agreement have not been completed in accordance
with the Schedule set forth in Appendix "C" of this Agreement, through no fault of
CONSULTANT, extension of CONSULTANT's services beyond that time shall be revised,
through mutual agreement, to include compensation for inflationary adjustments.
20.0 FORCE MAJEURE
Neither party to this Agreement shall be liable to the other party for delays in
performing the Scope of Services, or for the direct or indirect cost resulting from such
delays, that may result from labor strikes, riots, war, acts of governmental authorities,
extraordinary weather conditions or other natural catastrophe, or any other cause
beyond the reasonable control or contemplation of either party.
21.0 HAZARDOUS ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION
21.1 OWNER represents to CONSULTANT that to the best of its knowledge a
Hazardous Environmental Condition does not exist.
21.2 OWNER has disclosed to the best of its knowledge to CONSULTANT the existence
of all asbestos, PCB's, petroleum, hazardous waste, or radioactive material
located at or near the Site, including type, quantity and location.
21.3 If a Hazardous Environmental Condition is encountered or alleged, CONSULTANT
shall have the obligation to notify OWNER and, to the extent of applicable laws
and regulations, appropriate governmental officials.
21.4 If CONSULTANT's scope of services does not include any services related to a
Hazardous Environmental Condition and in the event CONSULTANT or any other
party encounters a Hazardous Environmental Condition, CONSULTANT may, at
its option and without liability for consequential or any other damages, suspend
performance of Services on the portion of the Project affected thereby until
OWNER: (i) retains appropriate specialist consultant(s) or contractor(s) to
identify and, as appropriate, abate, remediate, or remove the Hazardous
Environmental Condition, and (ii) warrants that the Site is in full compliance with
applicable laws and regulations.
21.5 OWNER acknowledges that CONSULTANT is performing professional services for
OWNER and that CONSULTANT is not and shall not be required to become an
"arranger", "operator", "generator", or "transporter" of hazardous substances,
as defined in the comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and
Liability Act of 1990 (CERCLA), which are or may be encountered at or near the
Site in connection with CONSULTANT's activities under this Agreement.
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21.6 If CONSULTANT's services under this Agreement cannot be performed because
of a Hazardous Environmental Condition, the existence of the condition shall
justify CONSULTANT's terminating this Agreement for cause on thirty (30) day
notice.
22.0 NOTICES
All written notices required by this Agreement shall be sent to the parties at the
following addresses by certified mail, return receipt requested:
If to CONSULTANT: Lochmueller Group, Inc.
331 Quartermaster Court
Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130-3623
If to OWNER: City of Jeffersonville
500 Quartermaster Court, Suite 250
Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130
23.0 GOVERNING LAW
Where permitted by law, this Agreement shall be interpreted and enforced according to
the laws of the State of which the project resides, without resort to its conflict of laws
rules.
The undersigned attests, subject by the penalties for perjury, that it is the contract
party, or that it is the representative, agent, member or officer of CONSULTANT, that it
has not, nor has any other member, employee, representative, agent or officer of the
firm, company, corporation or partnership represented by it, directly or indirectly, to the
best of its knowledge, entered into or offered to enter into any combination, collusion
of agreement to receive or pay, and that it has not received or paid, any sum of money
or other consideration for the execution of this Agreement other than that which
appears upon the face of the Agreement.
24.0 EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION
The CONSULTANT affirms under the penalties of perjury that he/she/it does not
knowingly employ an unauthorized alien.
The CONSULTANT shall enroll in and verify the work eligibility status of all his/her/its
newly hired employees through the E-Verify program as defined in IC 22-5-1.7-3. The
CONSULTANT is not required to participate should the E-Verify program cease to exist.
Additionally, the CONSULTANT is not required to participate if the CONSULTANT is self-
employed and does not employ any employees. Also, pursuant to I.C. 22-5-1.7,
CONSULTANT must execute an affidavit affirming that the CONSULTANT does not
knowingly employ an unauthorized alien and confirming CONSULTANT's enrollment in
the Program, unless the Program no longer exists, which Affidavit shall be filed with the
OWNER prior to the execution of this Agreement.
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The CONSULTANT shall not knowingly employ or contract with an unauthorized alien.
The CONSULTANT shall not retain an employee or contract with a person that the
CONSULTANT subsequently learns is an unauthorized alien.
The CONSULTANT shall require his/her/its subcontractors, who perform work under this
Agreement, to certify to the CONSULTANT that the sub-consultant does not knowingly
employ or contract with an unauthorized alien and that the sub-consultant has enrolled
and is participating in the E-Verify program. The CONSULTANT agrees to maintain this
certification throughout the duration of the term of a contract with a sub-consultant.
The OWNER may terminate for default if the CONSULTANT fails to cure a breach of this
provision no later than thirty (30) days after being notified by the OWNER.
25.0 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS
During the entire term of this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall be an independent
contractor, and in no event shall any of its personnel, agents or sub-contractors be
construed to be, or represent themselves to be, employees of the OWNER.
26.0 SEVERABILITY
The invalidity, illegality or unenforceability of any section, subsection, clause or
provision of this Agreement shall not affect the validity of the remaining sections,
subsections, clauses or provisions of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto executed this Agreement effective the day
and year first above written.
LOCHMUELLER G:OUP, INC. CITY OF F 'ONVILLE
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Matthew E. Wannemuehler Mike Mtlore
Vice President/Chief Administrative Office Mayor
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APPENDIX "A"
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The general scope of this project is to upgrade the Downtown WWTP for wet weather flow. The
proposed upgrades include the design of a diversion structure at the headworks, a 25 MGD high rate
clarifier, four (4) 12.5 MGD UV disinfection systems, an additional diversion structure, a chemical feed
building, a phosphorus removal system, effluent requirements and associated conveyance piping and
electrical, instrumentation and controls system.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
1.0 Engineering Design and Permitting Services
1.1 Topographic Survey Data Collection — Perform a topographic survey of the project site
and develop a surface model adequate to produce one-foot contour interval mapping.
1.2 Hydraulic Model & Analysis: Perform hydraulic modeling of the Downtown WWTP
processes, the influent flow structures', and effluent flow structures' capacities as
required for the design of the proposed facilities.
1.3 Geotechnical Investigation — Perform up to 14 test borings and subsurface soil analysis
required for the design of the proposed structure foundations. The borings shall be at a
minimum depth of 50 feet or auger refusal, whichever comes first. The borings shall be
reviewed and an engineering report shall be prepared containing recommendations to
guide design and construction of the proposed structures.
1.4 Civil Design and Plans— Perform the design and prepare the plans for the proposed wet
weather improvements including the headworks diversion structure, the high rate
clarifier, the additional diversion structure, the additional UV disinfection, the chemical
feed building, and associated conveyance piping.
1.5 Permitting— Meet with the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)
and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to review permit requirements. Prepare and
submit the following permits:
1.5.1 IDEM Construction Permit
1.5.2 Rule 5 Erosion Control
1.6 Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Design and Plans — Perform the design and
prepare the plans for the required electrical systems, instrumentation, and controls
associated with the proposed improvements.
1.7 Structural & Architectural Design — Perform the structural design required for the
proposed structures and perform the architectural design and prepare the plans for the
proposed single story Chemical Feed and Electrical Building with CMU wall construction
(split face finish), shallow foundations and depressed containment area.
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1.8 Construction Documents — Prepare a complete set of design drawings for use in the
construction, including a Cover Sheet, Site Plan, Plan Sheets, Profile Sheets, and
Construction Detail Sheets.
1.9 Project Manual — Prepare a complete Project Manual including, but not limited to,
Notice to Bidders, Bid Forms, Technical Specifications, Contract Documents, and other
required elements.
1.10 Project Management— Present the project at up to two (2) public meetings, if required,
provide answers the public's questions, and address any project related issues that may
arise. Organize and attend regular design review meetings throughout the design
phases.
1.11 Design Phases and Submittals—The Design Phases shall consist of a 30% Design Review
Phase, 60% Design Review Phase, 90% Design Review Phase, and Final Design. Each
Phase shall include the following:
1.11.1 30% Design Review Phase — Conduct a project kick-off meeting with OWNER
representative to discuss project objectives and goals, scope of project,
project schedule and milestones, and coordination. Prepare and submit
preliminary layout drawings and opinion of probable construction cost and
present to OWNER at review meeting.
1.11.2 60% Design Review Phase — Schedule an initial meeting/conference call with
IDEM to discuss permitting requirements. Prepare a list of major equipment
items with selected vendors' budgetary proposals. Prepare and submit a set
of preliminary 60% design review set of drawings and present at a design
review meeting. 60% plans shall include preliminary civil, structural,
architectural, and electrical drawings for review meeting.
1.11.3 90% and Final Design Phase — Update list of major equipment items with
selected vendors' budgetary proposals. Prepare 90% and Final drawing set,
specifications, and permits. 90% plans shall include preliminary civil,
structural, architectural, and electrical drawings. Two (2) sets of preliminary
plans shall be submitted for the OWNER's review. Organize and attend a
Design Review Meeting of the Final Design prior to advertisement for bid.
Prepare Opinion of Probable Construction Cost for project budgetary
purposes.
2.0 Bidding Services
2.1 Prepare the Advertisement for Bids
2.2 Distribute the bid documents to potential bidders
2.3 Prepare and distribute Bid Addenda, as required
2.4 Prepare and attend the mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting and provide technical clarification
for the contractor during the bidding process. Provide the OWNER with three (3) full
sets of the bid documents including plans and specifications. A CONSULTANT's
representative shall attend the Bid Opening and prepare the Bid Tab.
2.5 Review all Bids and prepare a Letter of Recommendation for Award.
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3.0 Construction Phase Office Services
3.1 Hold a Pre-Construction meeting
3.2 Hold Monthly Progress meetings
3.3 Review and approve all contractor's submittals including: contract documents,
insurance requirements, materials specifications, equipment specifications, etc.
3.4 Document and tract any required change orders
3.5 Review, monitor and report on compliance with construction schedules.
3.6 Review and approve monthly pay request
3.7 Complete a final technical inspection and certify the project complete according to the
contract documents.
3.8 Prepare As-Built Drawings from information provided by the Contractor and submit to
OWNER in AutoCAD and .pdf electronic format as well as two (2)full-size hard copy sets.
3.9 Provide consulting and advice on construction matters including site visits when needed
to observe the progress and quality of work.
4.0 Construction Observation
The CONSULTANT shall furnish one (1) Resident Project Representative, over an 18 month time
period, who will be directed by the CONSULTANT to provide reports on progress of the work and
on the contractor's compliance or noncompliance with the Contract terms through on-site
observation of the work. The actual estimated time the inspector shall be onsite due to long
equipment lead times and diminishing work during the Final Completion period shall be 80
percent of the overall time period. The performance of these services shall not make the
CONSULTANT responsible for the contractor's construction methods, means, techniques,
sequences or procedures or the safety precautions or programs incident thereto for all portions
of the construction work. The Resident Project Representative shall:
4.1 Attend the Pre-Construction Conference and monthly on-site construction progress
meetings.
4.2 Coordinate the establishment of the necessary lines and grades which are to be
furnished by the construction contractor.
4.3 Visually inspect and approve or reject materials, equipment, and supplies to be
delivered to the site of the work. The CONSULTANT shall not be responsible for latent
defects, however.
4.4 Observe the contractor's work with respect to quality, suitability, and conformance with
the Contract requirements and provide prompt notice to OWNER of any observed
defects or failure on the part of contractor to conform to the Contract requirements.
4.5 Keep records of construction and installation progress as follows:
4.5.1 Maintain at the site orderly files for correspondence, reports of job conferences,
reproductions of original Contract Documents including all Change Orders, Field
Orders, Work Change Directives, Addenda, additional Drawings issued
subsequent to the execution of the Contract, CONSULTANT's clarifications and
interpretations of the Contract Documents, progress reports, Shop Drawing and
Sample submittals received from and delivered to Contractor, and other Project-
related documents.
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4.5.2 Prepare a daily report or keep a diary or log book, recording Contractor's hours
on the Site, weather conditions, data relative to questions of Change Orders,
Field Orders, Work Change Directives, or changed conditions, site visitors, daily
activities, decisions, observations in general, and specific observations in more
detail as in the case of observing test procedures; and send copies to the
CONSULTANT.
4.5.3 Record names, addresses, fax numbers, e-mail addresses, web site locations,
and telephone numbers of all Contractors, subcontractors, and major suppliers
of materials and equipment.
4.5.4 Maintain records for use in preparing Project documentation.
4.5.5 Make measurements and prepare monthly and final payment computations for
work done by the construction contractor.
4.5.6 Review maintenance and operation instructions and parts lists which the
construction contractor submits in compliance with the Contract Documents.
4.5.7 Receive, process, and handle shop drawings filed at the Project site.
4.5.8 Assist the OWNER in preparing for inspection and progress reviews by
regulatory agencies.
4.5.9 Review reports of testing laboratories.
4.5.10 Make a final technical inspection of the PROJECT in company with the OWNER'S
representative.
5.0 Services Not Provided Under this Agreement
The services not being provided by CONSULTANT under this Agreement include, but are not
limited to, the following:
5.1 Title Research of the Project site to identify existing title encumbrances.
5.2 Temporary or permanent easement documentation preparation or procurement.
5.3 Any wastewater flow or pollutant sampling and testing that will be required for design
or permitting
5.4 Any and all fees required to be paid to the regulatory agencies associated with permit
submittals.
5.5 Construction Observation exceeding 40 hours per week or during CONSULTANT's paid
holidays.
5.6 Publishing Bid Advertisement in newspaper
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APPENDIX "B"
INFORMATION AND SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY OWNER
1.0 Information/Reports
2.0 OWNER Representation
3.0 Timely decisions to questions which may impact the project schedule.
4.0 Site Access
5.0 Payment of Permit Fees
6.0 Facilities to hold public hearings and pre-construction meeting.
7.0 Information regarding any title encumbrances which may affect the project site.
8.0 Past studies and reports applicable to the project
9.0 Monitoring/testing data and monitoring reports of operation
10.0 Publish the Advertisement for Bids in newspaper
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APPENDIX "C"
SCHEDULE
CONSULTANT shall promptly commence Services upon receipt of a written notice to proceed and shall
complete the Services within the schedule set forth below, exclusive of OWNER and Agency review time.
30% Design Phase Within 8 weeks of Notice-to-Proceed
60% Design Phase Within 8 weeks of approval of 30% Design Plans
90% Design Phase Within 8 weeks of approval of 60% Design Plans
Final Design Phase Within 2 weeks of 90% Design Plans
Receive Bids Within 6 weeks of Notice-to-Proceed to Advertise and Bid
Award to Contractor Within 2 weeks of Notice-to-Proceed to Award
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APPENDIX "D"
COMPENSATION
1.0 AMOUNT OF PAYMENT
1.1 The CONSULTANT shall receive as payment for providing the services set forth in
Appendix "A" of this Agreement a total fee not-to-exceed One Million Five Hundred Fifty
One Thousand Four Hundred Thirty Two Dollars ($1,551.432.00).
1.2 The CONSULTANT shall be paid for the services provided under Items 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 of
Appendix "A" of this Agreement in accordance with the following lump sum fee
schedule:
1.2.1 Design Phase and Bidding Phase Services $1,117,056.00
1.2.2 Construction Phase Office Services $186,176.00
1.3 The CONSULTANT shall be paid for providing the services set forth in Item 4.0 of
Appendix "A" of this Agreement based on the actual hours of work performed at a rate
of $100.00 per hour based on a 40-hour per week work schedule. The total
compensation to be paid to CONSULTANT shall not exceed $248,200.00, unless a
modification of the Agreement is approved in writing by both parties.
2.0 METHOD OF PAYMENT
2.1 The CONSULTANT shall submit invoices to the OWNER on a monthly basis for services
rendered. In no event shall the total of the CONSULTANT's invoices exceed the amount
provided in this Appendix "D" without prior approval as provided elsewhere in this
Agreement.
2.2 The OWNER shall pay the CONSULTANT for said invoices within thirty (30) calendar days
for CONSULTANT's services.
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