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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMiddle Road Force Main Professional Engineering Services Agreement For The Middle Road Force Main Design & Construction Supervision Jeffersonville, Indiana This is an agreement made as of this ~ day of ~. , 2006, between The City of Jeffersonville, Indiana, acting thru its duly appointed Sewer Boaj~d (Owner) and Jacobi, Toombs, and Lanz, Inc. (Consultant) a firm of Professional Engineers, Surveyors and GIS Specialists. OWNER hereby retains CONSULTANT to perform services as described in Attachment A. CONSULTANT agrees to perform the services in consideration of the compensation described in Attachments B and C in accordance with the terms described in Attachment D. This Agreement consists of this document together with Attachment A - Project Requirements, Attachment B - Fee Schedule, Attachment C - Hourly Billing Rates, Attachment D - Terms and Conditions, and Attachment E - Drug Free Workplace Certification. This agreement between the COUNTY and CONSULTANT supercedes all prior written and oral understandings. This agreement may only be amended, supplemented, modified or cancelled by a duly executed written instrument. In executing this Agreement, the undersigned also acknowledge their authority to bind the parties to all terms and conditions. In witness whereof, the parties hereto have made and executed this Agreement as of the day and year first written. OWNER: Jeffersonville Sewer Board Jeffersonville, Indiana City-County Bucjl4~ 501 East ~o~, A,v. Jefferson¢C~e, Indii (812) 285~.4.,~.~ MaybCRobe] Do~g~ t~7130 L. Waiz, Jr., President IdweJ], M¢~ ~alston, P.E., Mere er"B~F-'~ CONSULTANT: Jacobi, Toombs, and Lanz 120 Bell Avenue Clarksville, Indiana 47129 (812) 28..8-6646 . . ~_~ in-H. Too'mbs, Jr., P.E.,P.~/~/' · S:/Sydney\Wpdoc$\05\05100',midd~e road force main doc Professional Services Agreement 3/27/03 Professional Services Agreement Attachment A: Project Requirements 1. Project Description and Required Engineering Services The purpose of this project is to install a new force main approximately 19,500' in length from the new R[verport 2 Pump Station, north along Port Road to Middle Road, then in a westerly direction along Middle Road and along an existing 8" force main to discharge into the existing gravity interceptor west of the flood protection levee, said interceptor flowing eventually to the Mill Creek Pump Station. These improvements are further described as fallows: 2. Scope of Engineering Services The Consultant shall provide the following: I. Survey and Des qn Topographic Survey of improvement routes. Design, preparation of plans, specifications, contract documents. Preparation of any Easement plats and descriptions that may be necessary for the project. Coordination with the Owner, and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), including preparation and submittal of any permit applications that may be required. Manage Geotechnical Investigation (cost not included) as required. Assist the Owner in bidding the work, analyze Contractor bids received, make award recommendation. Il. Construction Observation S:\Sydney\Wpdocs\O5\O5100\midd[e road forc/~ main doc Provide one (1) full-time inspector and assistant personnel as required to ascertain that the project is constructed in accordance with the contract documents. Review shop drawings submitted by the Contractor, Contractor payment requests. Professional Services Agreement 3/27/03 3. Address Contractor questions, work out problems that may arise. 4, Report to the Owner on a monthly basis. ~'~'~" 3. Project Schedule Survey and Design Services shall commence upon receipt of a signed contract and notice-to-proceed, and shall be completed within one hundred and eighty (180) calendar days. Construction Observation Services shall be provided during construction, tentatively scheduled for July 2006 thru March 2007. S:\Sydney\Wpdocs\05/05 00/r'~ddle road force main,doc Professional Services Agreement 3/27/03 Professional Services Agreement Attachment B: Fee Schedule The Consultant shall receive as payment for the work performed under this agreement the following fees: For Item 2.1., Survey and Design, as described in Attachment 'A' of this Agreement, compensation shall be based on Standard Rates, Subcontracted Services, and Reimbursable Expenses, all as defined in Attachment 'D', based on the hourly rates as defined in Attachment 'C', with a not-to-exceed budget of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00). For Item 2.11., Construction Observation, as described in Attachment 'A' of this Agreement, compensation shall be based on Standard Rates, Subcontracted Services, and Reimbursable Expenses, ali as defined in Attachment 'D', based on the houdy rates as defined in Attachment 'C', with a not-to- exceed budget of seventy thousand dollars ($ 70,000.00). S:/Sydney\Wpdocs\05\05100/middle road force main,doc Professional Services Agreement 3/27/03 Professional Services Agreement Attachment C: Hourly Billing Rates JACOBI, TOOMBS AND LANZ, INC. 2006 SYMBOL SE DT 5A2 L8 LAS CGM GI$ SM SA CLASSIFICATION Senior £ngineer/Prindpal (P.E.) ?roject Manager (P.E.) Project Engineer (P.E.) Design Engineer (P.E.) Detail Engineer (E.I.T.) Detail Engineer (E.I.T.) Engineer Assistant Engineer Assistant (in training) Land Surveyor (Licensed) Land Acquisition Specialist CADD/GIS Manager CADD Manager GIS Technidan CADD TechnicianfDraft sperson CADD Designer Survey Manager (P.E./P.LS,) Survey Chief (Not Registered) Survey Technician Surveyor Assistant 2-Man Fidd Crew 3-Man Field Crew Resident Construction Manager Resident Construction Representative Resident Inspector Clerical GPS Equipment Mileage - Per Mile Overtime is charged at 1.5 times the regular billing rate. *HOURLY BILLING RATE 125.00 105.00 87.50 77.50 55.00 50.00 45.00 30.00 67.50 50.00 80.00 62.50 47.00 47.00 57.50 87.50 47.50 36.50 27.50 84.00 120.50 62.50 55.00 45.00 42.50 50.00 0.34 Terms & Conditions Rev 1012710 Professional Services Agreement Attachment D: Terms & Conditions Services Jacobi, Toombs and Lanz, Inc. (JTL) will perform services for the Client with these Terms & Conditions. JTL has developed the Project scope of service, schedule, and compensation based on available information and various assumptions. The Client acknowledges that adjustments to the schedule and compensation may be necessary based on the actual circumstances encountered by JTL in performing their services. Authorized Representatives The officer assigned to the Project by JTL is the only authorized representative to make decisions or commitments on behalf of JTL. The Client shall designate a representative with similar authority. Project Requirements The Client shall confirm the objectives, requirements, constraints, and criteria for the Project at its inception. If the Client has established design standards, they shall be furnished to JTL at Project inception. JTL will review the Client design standards and may recommend alternate standards considering the standard of care provision. Site Access The Client shall obtain all necessary approvals for JTL to access the Project site(s). Period of Service JTL shall perform the services for the Project in a timely manner consistent with sound professional practice. JTL will strive to perform its services according to the Project schedule set forth in Attachment C. The services of each task shall be considered complete when deliverables for the task have been presented to the Client. JTL shall be entitled to an extension of time and compensation adjustment for any delay beyond JTL control. Compensation In consideration of the services performed by JTL, the Client shall pay JTL in the manner set forth in Attachment B. The parties acknowledge that terms of compensation are based on an orderly and continuous progress of the Project. Compensation shall be equitably adjusted for delays or extensions of time beyond the control of JTL. Payment Definitions The following definitions shall apply to methods of payment: · Salary cost is defined as the individuals base salary plus customary and statutory benefits. Statutory benefits shall be as prescribed by law and customary benefits shall be as estabiished by JTL employment policy. · Cost plus is defined as the individuals base salary plus actual overhead plus professional fee. Overhead shall include customary and statutory benefits, administrative expense, and non-project operating costs. · Lump sum is defined as a fixed price amount for the scope of services described. · Standard Rates is defined as individual time multiplied by standard billing rates for that individual. · Subcontracted services are defined as Project related services provided by other parties to JTL · Reimbursable expenses are defined as actual expenses incurred in connection with the Project. Payment Terms JTL shall submit monthly invoices for services performed and Client shall pay the full invoice amount within 30 days of the invoice date. invoices will be considered correct if not questioned in writing within 10 days of the invoice date. JTL shall be entitled to a 2% per month administrative charge in the event of payment delay. Client payment to JTL [s not contingent on arrangement of project financing. Invoice payment delayed beyond 60 days shall give JTL the right to stop work until payments are current. Non-payment beyond 70 days shall be just cause for termination by JTL. Additional Services The Client and JTL acknowledge that additional services may be necessary for the Project to address issues that may not be known at Project initiation or that may be required to address circumstances that were not foreseen. In that event, JTL shall notify the Client of the need for additional services and the Client shall pay for such additional services in an amount and manner as the parties may subsequently agree. Independent Consultant JTL shall serve as an independent consultant for services provided under this agreement. JTL shall retain control over the means and methods used in performing their services and may retain subconsultants to perform certain services as determined by JTL. Standard of Care Services provided by JTL will be performed with the care and skill ordinarily exercised by members of the same profession practicing under similar circumstances. JTL will not be liable for the cost of any omission that adds value to the Project. Compliance with Laws JTL shall perform its services consistent with sound professional practice and endeavor to incorporate laws, regulations, codes, and standards applicable at the time the work is performed. In the event that standards of practice change during the Project, JTL shall be entitled to additional compensation where additional services are needed to conform to the standard of practice. Permits and Approvals JTL will assist the Client in preparing applications and supporting documents for the Client to secure permits and approvals from agencies having jurisdiction over the Project. The Client agrees to pay all application and review fees. Ownership of Documents Documents prepared by JTL for the Project are instruments of service and shall remain the preperbj of JTL. Record documents of service shall be based on the printed copy. JTL will furnish documents electronically, however the Client releases JTL from any liability that may result from documents used in this form. JTL shall not be held liable for reuse of documents for any purpose other than those intended under the Project. Terms & Conditions Rev 10/27/0 Insurance JTL will maintain the following insurance and coverage limits during the period of service. The Client will be named as an additional insured on the Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability policies. Worker's Compensation $500,000 per Accident and $500,000 Policy Limit Commemial General $1,000,000 per Liability occurrence (bodily injury including death & property damage) $2,000,000 aggregate Automobile Liability $1,000,000 combined single limit for bodily injury and preperty damage Professional Liability $500,000 each claim and in the aggregate The Client shall make arrangements for Builder's Risk, Protective Liability, Pollution Prevention, and other specific insurance coverage warranted for the Project in amounts appropriate to the Project value and risks. JTL shall be a named insured on those policies where JTL may be at risk. The Client shall obtain the counsel of others in setting insurance limits for construction contracts. Waiver of Subrogation JTL shall endeavor to obtain a waiver of subrogation against the CHent, if requested in writing by the Client, provided that JTL will not increase its exposure to risk and CHent will pay the cost associated with any premium increase or special fees. Indemnification JTL shall indemnify the Client from any reasonable damages caused solely by the negligent act, error, or omission of JTL in the performance of services under the Project. If such damage results in par~ by the negligence of another party, JTL shall be liable only to the extent of their proportional negligence. Limitation of Liability In recognition of the relative risks and benefits of the project to both the Client and JTL, the dsks have been allocated. The Client agrees to limit the liability of JTL for all claims related to the Project at $50,000 or the net income realized by JTL for the Project, whichever is greater. Third Party Claims The Client wil~ compensate JTL for services performed in defense of any third party claim unless the claim resulted from the negligent act, error or omission of JTL. Legal Expense In the event that either party takes legal action against the other that is not prosecuted, is dismissed, or if the decision is rendered for the other party, the party taking legal action agrabs to pay the other their attorney fees, court costs, and defense expenses within 30 days of the court action. Lien Rights JTL may file a lien against the Client's property in the event that the Client does not make payment within the time prescribed in this agreement. The Client agrees that services by JTL are considered property improvements and the Client waives the dght to any legal defense to the contrary. Consequential Damages Neither the Client nor JTL shall be liable to the other for any consequential damages regardless of the nature or fault. Environmental Matters The Client warrants they have disclosed all potential hazardous materials that may be encountered on the Project. In the event unknown hazardous materials are encountered, JTL shall be entitled to additional compensation for appropriate actions to protect the health and safety of its personnel, and for additional services required to comply with appliceble laws. The Client shall indemnify JTL from any claim related to hazardous materials encountered on the Project except for those events caused by negligent acts of JTL. Cost Opinions JTL shall prepare cost opinions for the Project based on historical information that represents the judgment of a qualified professional. The Client and JTL acknowledge that actual costs may vary from the cost opinions prepared and that JTL offers no guarantee related to the Project cost. Independent Counsel The Client agrees to obtain independent legal and financial counsel for the Project considering JTL does not furnish these services. Contingency Fund The Client acknowledges the potential for changes in the work during construction and the Client agrees to include a contingency fund in the Project budget appropriate to the potential risks and uncertainties associated with the Project. JTL may offer advice concerning the value of the contingency fund; however, JTL shall not be liable for additional costs that the Client may incur beyond the contingency fund they select unless such additional cost results from a negligent act, error, or omission related to services performed by JTL. Contractor Selection JTL may make recommendations concerning award of construction contracts and products. The Client acknowledges that the final selection of construction contractors and products is their sole responsibility. Shop Drawing Review if included in the scope of service, JTL shall review shop-drawing submittals from the contractor solely for their conformance with the design intent of and performance criteria specified for the Project. JTL shall not be liable for the performance of or consequential damages of any equipment furnished by the contractor under the Project. Construction Review if included in the scope of service, JTL shall observe the progress and content of the work to determine if the work is proceeding in general accordance with the Contract Documents. This construction review is intended to observe, document, and report information concerning the construction process. Observation of work at the Project site shall not make JTL responsible for the work performed by another party, the means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures selected by another party, nor the safety precautions or programs of another party. 7 Terms & Conditions Rev 10/27/0 Rejection of Work JTL may recommend that the Client reject work by construction contractors that does not conform to the requirements of the Project. Safety JTL shatl be responsible sorely for the safety precautions or programs of its employees and no other party. Information from Other Parties The Client and JTL acknowledge that JTL will rely on information furnished by other parties in performing its services under the Project. JTL shall not De liable for any damages that may be incurred by the Client in the use of third party information. Construction Record Drawings If included in the scope of service, JTL will deliver drawings to the Client incorporating information furnished by construction contractors. In that construc[ion record drawings are based on information provided by others, JTL cannot and does not warrant their accuracy. Porce Majeure Neither party will hold the other responsible for damages or delay caused by Acts of God, acts of war, strikes, accidents, or other events beyond the other's contret. Dispute Resolution The Client and JTL agree that they shall diligently pumue resolution of all disagreements within 45 days of either party's written notice using a mutually acceptable form of mediated dispute resolution prior to exercising their rights under law. JTL shall continue to perform services for the Project and the Client shall pay for such services during the dispute resolution process unless the Client issues a written notice to suspend work. Suspension of Work The Ciient may suspend services performed by JTL with cause upon fourteen (14) days written notice. JTL shall submit an invoice for services performed up to the effective date of the work suspension and the Client shall pay JTL outstanding invoices within fourteen (14) days. [f the work suspension exceeds thirty (30)' days from the effective work suspension date, JTL shall be entitled to renegotiate the Project schedule and the compensation terms for the Project. Termination The Client or JTL may terminate services on the Project upon seven (7) days written notice in the event of substantial failure by the other party to fulfill its obligations of the terms hereunder. JTL shall submit an invoice for services performed up to the effective date of termination and the Client shall pay JTL ali outstanding invoices within fourteen (14) days. The Client may withhold an amount for services that may be in dispute provided that the Client furnishes a written notice of the basis for their dispute and that the amount withheld represents a reasonable value. Governing Law The terms of agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state where the services are performed provided that nothing contained herein shall be interpreted in such a manner as to render it unenforceable under the laws of the state in which the Project resides. Assignment Neither party shall assign its rights, interests or obligations under the Project without the express written consent of the other party. Waiver of Rights The failure of either party to enforce any provision of these terms and conditions shall not constitute a waiver of such provision nor diminish the right of either party to the remedies of such provision. Warranty JTL warrants that they will deliver products under the Project within the standard of care. JTL provides no other expressed or implied warranty. Severability Any provision of these terms later held to violate any law shall be deemed void and all remaining provisions shall continue in force. In such event, the Client and JTL will work in good faith to replace an invalid provision with one that is valid with as close to the original meaning as possible. Survival All provisions of these terms that allocate responsibility or liability between the Client and JTL shall survive the completion or termination of services for the Project. S:\S¥cL~e~,\Wpclocs\os\os:Loo\m~.~.dle~'oact£or~z=a/z~.ctcc 8 Terms & Conditions Rev 10/27/C Professional Services Agreement Attachment E STATE OF INDIANA DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE CERTIFICATION Pursuant to Executive Order No. 90-5, April 12, 1990, issued by Governor Evan Bayh, the Indiana Department of Administration requires the inclusion of this certification in all contracts with and grants from the State of Indiana in excess of $ 25,000. No award of a contract or a grant shall be made, and no contract, purchase order or agreement, the total amount of which exceeds $ 25,000, shall be valid unless and until this certification has been fully executed by the Contractor or Grantee and attached to the contract or agreement as part of the contract documents. False certification or violation of the certification may result in sanctions including, but not linthed to, suspension of contract payments, termination of the contract or agreement and/or debarment of contracting oppommities with the State for up to three (3) years. The Contractor/Grantee certifies and agrees that it will provide a drug-free workplace by: 1. Publishing and providing to all of its' employees a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the Contractor's workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of such prohibition; and 2. Establishing a &rug-free awareness program to inform employees about (1) the dangers of drag abuse in the workplace; (2) the Contractor's policy of maintaining a drag-free workplace; (3) any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and empl.oy~ee, assistance, prc}~_gr,~an~; ~a~_~a42e.the penalties that may be imposed upon any employee for drug abuse womnons occurnng m 3. Notifying all employees in the statement required by subparagraph (a) above that as a condition of continued employment, the employee will (1) abide by the terms of the statement; and (2) notify the employer of any crim/nal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five (5) days after such conviction; 4. Notifying hi writing the contracting State Agency and the Indiana Department of Administration within ten (10) days after receiving notice from an employee under subdivision 8 (2) above, or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction; 5. Within thirty (30) days after receiving notice under subdivision 8 (2) above of a conviction, irrrposing the following sanctions or remedial measures on any employee who is convicted of drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace: (1) take appropriate personnel action against the employee, up to and including termination; or (2) require such employee to satisfactorily participate in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency; and 6. Making a good faith effort to maintain a drug-free workplace through the implementation of subparagraphs (a) through (c) above. THE UNDERSIGNED AFFIRMS, UNDER PENALTIES OF pEP-JURY, THAT HE OR SHE IS CERTIFICATION ON BEHALF OF THE DESIGNATED AUTHORIZED TO EXECUTE THIS ORGANIZATION. .Too s and L=z, me of Organization/ ~ Jorge I. Lanz, President Printed Name and Title Contract/Grant~l~Niber STATE OF INDIANA S:\bydney\Wpdocs\os\o51o o\middl¢ road force raa[n.do¢ SS: 9 Terms & Conditions Rev 10/27/~ COUNTY OF Clark The undersigned, being duly sworn on oath says, that he is the contracting party, or that he is the representative, agent, member, or officer of the contracting party, that he has not, nor has any other member, employee, representative, agent or office of the firm, company, corporation or partnership represented by him, directly or indirectly, entered into or offered to enter into any combination, collusion or agreement to receive or pay, ant that he has not received or paid, any sum of money or other consideration for the execution of the annexed contract other than that which appears upon the face of..t, he contract. Signature~__,---~/~ '~,_~J~rgeUl. Lanz Title President Company Jacobi, Toombs and Lanz, Inc. Before me, a Notary Public in and for said County and State personally appeared, ~F~2¢ __T'.~r~. , who acknowledged the truth of the statements in the foregoing affidavit day of~, 20 County of Residence Commissio~n Expiration Date ].0 Terms & Conditions Rev 10/27/0