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Agenda 04/12/2011 Item #16A13 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to award a contract (#10-5584) for services for AIM Engineering to complete a feasibility study with conceptual plans for pl,destrian or bicycle facilities at the 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange (FDOT Project #416237-1-38-01). OBJECTIVE: Recommendation to award a contract (#10-5584) for services with AIM Engineering to complete a feasibility study with conceptual and design plans for pedestrian or bicycle facilities at the 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange (FDOT Project #416237-1-38-01). CONSIDERATIONS: The FDOT has entered into a Local Agency Program (LAP) Agreement with Collier County, wherein FDOT will reimburse Collier County up to the sum of $315,000 for feasibility study and design of a pedestrian crossing in Collier County at the 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange. The LAP is fully executed and the Board of County Commissioners approved the agreement on July 27. 2010. The project was advertised on November 2, 20 I 0, with submittals received on December 2, 2010. A selection committee convened on January 10. 201], to evaluate the proposals and provide a ranking based on technical merits. The selection committee ranking of the consultants was submitted to the Board of County Commissioners (Board) on February 22, 20] I for review and approval. The Board approved the committee's ranking and directed the County Manager or his designee to begin contract negotiations. The scope of work required and cost estimate has been negotiated and included in the County standard contract and is being presented here for consideration. FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are available in Transportation Grants Fund 71] project 33118. A previously approved budget amendment in the amount of $3] 5.000 will be 100% reimbursed by this FDOT LAP agreement for a feasibility study for pedestrian and bicycle facilities at the 1-75 and Immokalee Rd. interchange. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed and approved by the County Attorney, and requires a majority vote for approval. -JAK GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There is no Growth Management Impact associated with this Executive Summary. RECOMMENDA TION:(l) The Board of County COlllmissioncrs approve RFP 10-5584, (2) authorize the Chairman to execute thc contract with A]M Engineering in which Collier County will be reimbursed up to $3] 5,000 for feasibility study and design of pedestrian crossing in Collier County at the 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange. - Prepared By: Alison Bradford, P.E.. Project Manager, Transportation Planning Department, Growth Management Division, Planning and Regulation. Attachments: I) Contract; 2) FDOT Lap Agreement #416237-]-38-0]; 3) Location Map Packet Page -1798- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 16.A.13. Item Summary: Recommendation to enter into a contract for services for AIM Engineering to complete a feasibility study with conceptual plans for pedestrian or bicycle facilities at the 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange (FDOT Project #416237-1-38-01). Meeting Date: 4/12/2011 Prepared By Name: BradfordAlison Title: Project Manager,Transportation Planning 3/22/201] ] 2:02:29 PM Submitted by Title: Project Manager,Transpm1ation Planning Name: BradfordAlison 3/22/20] I 12:02:31 PM Approved By Name: GreeneMichael Title: Manager - Planning,Transportatioll Planning Date: 3/22/201] 2:23:50 PM Name: PuigJudy Title: Operations Analyst, CDES Date: 3/22/20 I] 2:30:02 PM Name: LorenzWilliam Title: Director - CDES Engineering Serviccs,Colllprel1ensive Date: 3/23/201 I 7:22:] 5 AM Name: FederNorman Title: Administrator - Growth Management Di\i',Trallsportati Date: 3/231201] 10:39:06 AM Packet Page -1799- Name: MarcellaJeanne Title: Executive Secretary, Transportation Planning Date: 3/23/20] ] 4:24:42 PM Name: CarnellSteve Title: Director - PurchasinglGeneral Services,Purchasing Date: 3/31/20]] 1] :55:00 AM Name: LaPierreBarbara Title: Management/Budget Analyst,Transportation Administr Date: 3/31/20]] 2:48: 17 PM Name: StanleyThcrese Title: Management/Budgct Analyst, Senior,Office of Managcmcnt & Budget Date: 4/1/20]] 1:15:44 PM Name: KlatzkowJeff Title: County Attorney, Date: 4/]/201] 5:40: 10 PM Name: OchsLco Title: County Manager Date: 4/2/201 14:]3:03 PM Packet Page -1800- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. . 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ~ Project Locati~n Map 1_ ~II\, ~ ~~ ~ I -- ;;/;f../ I 8 I ~I ~I ..... ~I DR ~ ~ ~, . 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" " " - '" t !- ... 0:: ::l 'T S ;; ... rJ"J = oc ~ ;; "'0 ~ on ::l on .. - '" , -= "0 rJ"J ~ 0 ;; .. C. ;; = c: 0... & - ::: .. 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. Contract # 10-5584 Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities 175 & Immokalee Road PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this _ day of , 2011 by and between the Board of County Commissioners for Collier County, Florida, a political subdivision of the State of Florida (hereinafter referred to as the "COUNTY" or "OWNER") and AIM Engineering & Surveying, Inc. authorized to do business in the State of Florida, whose business address is 5300 Lee Boulevard, Lehigh Acres, Florida 33971 (hereinafter referred to as the "CONSULTANT"). WIT N E SSE T H: WHEREAS, the OWNER desires to obtain the professional Consulting services of the CONSULTANT concerning Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities 175 & Immokalee Road (hereinafter referred to as the "Project"), said services being more fully described in Schedule A, "Scope of Services", which is attached hereto and incorporated herein; WHEREAS, the CONSULTANT has submitted a proposal for provision of those services; and WHEREAS, the CONSULTANT represents that it has expertise In the type of professional services that will be required for the Project. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and provisions contained herein, the parties hereto agree as follows: Packet Page -1803- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE ONE CONSULTANT'S RESPONSIBILITY 1.1. CONSULTANT shall provide to OWNER professional Feasibility Study and Design Consulting services in all phases of the Project to which this Agreement applies. 1.2. The Basic Services to be performed by CONSULTANT hereunder are set forth in the Scope of Services described in detail in Schedule A. The total compensation to be paid CONSULTANT by the OWNER for all Basic Services is set forth in Article Five and Schedule B, "Basis of Compensation", which is attached hereto and incorporated herein. 1.3. The CONSULTANT agrees to obtain and maintain throughout the period of this Agreement all such licenses as are required to do business in the State of Florida and in Collier County, Florida, including, but not limited to, all licenses required by the respective state boards and other governmental agencies responsible for regulating and licensing the professional services to be provided and performed by the CONSULTANT pursuant to this Agreement. 1.4. The CONSULTANT agrees that, when the services to be provided hereunder relate to a professional service which, under Florida Statutes, requires a license, certificate of authorization or other form of legal entitlement to practice such services, it shall employ and/or retain only qualified personnel to provide such services to OWNER 1.5. CONSULTANT designates Jerron K. Hull, PE a qualified licensed professional to serve as the CONSULTANT'S project coordinator (hereinafter referred to as the "Project Coordinator"). The Project Coordinator is authorized and responsible to act on behalf of the CONSULTANT with respect to directing, coordinating and administering all aspects of the services to be provided and performed under this Agreement. Further, the Project Coordinator has full authority to bind and obligate the CONSULTANT on all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement. The CONSULTANT agrees that the Project Coordinator shall devote whatever time is required to satisfactorily manage the services to be provided and performed by 2 Packet Page -1804- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. the CONSULTANT hereunder. The Project Coordinator shall not be removed by CONSULTANT from the Project without OWNER'S prior written approval, and if so removed must be immediately replaced with a person acceptable to OWNER. 1.6. CONSULTANT agrees, within fourteen (14) calendar days of receipt of a written request from Owner to promptly remove and replace the Project Coordinator, or any other personnel employed or retained by the CONSULTANT, or any sub-consultants or subcontractors or any personnel of any such sub-consultants or subcontractors engaged by the CONSULTANT to provide and perform services or work pursuant to the requirements of this Agreement, said request may be made with or without cause. Any personnel so removed must be immediately replaced with a person acceptable to OWNER. 1.7. The CONSULTANT represents to the OWNER that it has expertise in the type of professional services that will be performed pursuant to this Agreement and has extensive experience with projects similar to the Project required hereunder. The CONSULTANT agrees that all services to be provided by CONSULTANT pursuant to this Agreement shall be subject to the OWNER'S review and approval and shall be in accordance with the generally accepted standards of professional practice in the State of Florida, as well as in accordance with all applicable laws, statutes, including the Local Government Prompt Payment Act (218.735 and 218.76 F.S.) as amended in the 2010 legislative session, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations and requirements of any governmental agencies, including the Florida Building Code where applicable, which regulate or have jurisdiction over the Project or the services to be provided and performed by CONSULTANT hereunder. In the event of any conflicts in these requirements, the CONSULTANT shall notify the OWNER of such conflict and utilize its best professional judgment to advise OWNER regarding resolution of each such conflict. OWNER'S approval of the design documents in no way relieves CONSULTANT of its obligation to deliver complete and accurate documents necessary for successful construction of the Project. 3 Packet Page -1805- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. 1.7.1 The County reserves the right to deduct portions of the (monthly) invoiced (task) amount for the following: Tasks not completed within the expressed time frame, including required deliverables, incomplete and/or deficient documents, failure to comply with local, state and/or federal requirements and/or codes and ordinances applicable to Consultant's performance of the work as related to the project. This list is not deemed to be all-inclusive, and the County reserves the right to make sole determination regarding deductions. After notification of deficiency, if the Consultant fails to correct the deficiency within the specified timeframe, these funds would be forfeited by the Consultant. The County may also deduct or charge the Consultant for services and/or items necessary to correct the deficiencies directly related to the Consultant's non-performance whether or not the County obtained substitute performance. 1.8. CONSULTANT agrees not to divulge, furnish or make available to any third person, firm or organization, without OWNER'S prior written consent, or unless incident to the proper performance of the CONSULTANT'S obligations hereunder, or in the course of judicial or legislative proceedings where such information has been properly subpoenaed, any non-public information concerning the services to be rendered by CONSULTANT hereunder, and CONSULTANT shall require all of its employees, agents, sub-consultants and subcontractors to comply with the provisions of this paragraph. CONSULTANT shall provide OWNER prompt written notice of any such subpoenas. 1.9 As directed by OWNER, all plans and drawings referencing a specific geographic area must be submitted in an AutoCad Digital Exchange File (DXF) format on a CD or DVD, drawn in the Florida State Plane East (US Feet) Coordinate System (NAD 83/90). The drawings should either reference specific established Survey Monumentation, such as Certified Section Corners (Half or Quarter Sections are also acceptable), or when implemented, derived from the RTK(Real-Time Kinematic) GPS Network as provided by OWNER. Information layers shall have common naming conventions (i.e. right-of-way - ROW, centerlines - CL, edge-of-pavement - EOP, etc), and adhere to industry standard CAD specifications. 4 Packet Page -1806- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE TWO ADDITIONAL SERVICES OF CONSULTANT 2.1 If authorized in writing by OWNER through a Change Order to this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall furnish or obtain from others Additional Services of the types listed in Article Two herein. The agreed upon scope, compensation and schedule for Additional Services shall be set forth in the Amendment authorizing those Additional Services. With respect to the individuals with authority to authorize Additional Services under this Agreement, such authority will be as established in OWNER'S Purchasing Policy and Administrative Procedures in effect at the time such services are authorized. These services will be paid for by OWNER as indicated in Article Five and Schedule B. Except in an emergency endangering life or property, any Additional Services must be approved in writing via an Amendment to this Agreement prior to. starting such services. OWNER will not be responsible for the costs of Additional Services commenced without such express prior written approval. Failure to obtain such prior written approval for Additional Services will be deemed: (i) a waiver of any claim by CONSULTANT for such Additional Services and (ii) an admission by CONSULTANT that such Work is not additional but rather a part of the Basic Services required of CONSULTANT hereunder. If OWNER determines that a change in the Agreement is required because of the action taken by CONSULTANT in response to an emergency, an Amendment shall be issued to document the consequences of the changes or variations, provided that CONSULTANT has delivered written notice to OWNER of the emergency within forty-eight (48) hours from when CONSULTANT knew or should have known of its occurrence. Failure to provide the forty-eight (48) hour written notice noted above, waives CONSULTANT'S right it otherwise may have had to seek an adjustment to its compensation or time of performance under this Agreement. The following services, if not otherwise specified in Schedule A as part of Basic Services, shall be Additional Services: 5 Packet Page -1807- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. 2.2 Preparation of applications and supporting documents (except those already to be furnished under this Agreement) for private or governmental grants, loans, bond issues or advances in connection with the Project. 2.3 Services resulting from significant changes in the general scope, extent or character of the Project or its design including, but not limited to, changes in size, complexity, OWNER'S schedule or character of construction; and revising studies, reports, design documents or Contract Documents previously accepted by OWNER when such revisions are required by changes in laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes or orders enacted subsequent to and not reasonably anticipated prior to the preparation of such studies, reports or documents, or are due to any other causes beyond CONSULTANT'S control and fault. 2.4 Providing renderings or models for OWNER'S use. 2.5 Investigations and studies involving detailed consideration of operations, maintenance and overhead expenses; the preparation of feasibility studies, cash flow and economic evaluations, rate schedules and appraisals; and evaluating processes available for licensing and assisting OWNER in obtaining such process licensing. 2.6 Furnishing services of independent professional associates and consultants for other than the Basic Services to be provided by CONSULTANT hereunder. 2.7 Services during travel outside of Collier and Lee Counties required of CONSULTANT and directed by OWNER, other than visits to the Project site or OWNER's office. 2.8 Preparation of operating, maintenance and staffing manuals, except as otherwise provided for herein. 6 Packet Page -1808- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. 2.9 Preparing to serve or serving as a CONSULTANT or witness for OWNER in any litigation, or other legal or administrative proceeding, involving the Project (except for assistance in consultations which are included as part of the Basic Services to be provided herein). 2.10 Additional services rendered by CONSULTANT in connection with the Project, not otherwise provided for in this Agreement or not customarily furnished in Collier County as part of the Basic Services in accordance with generally accepted professional practice. ARTICLE THREE OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1. The OWNER shall designate in writing a project manager to act as OWNER'S representative with respect to the services to be rendered under this Agreement (hereinafter referred to as the "Project Manager"). The Project Manager shall have authority to transmit instructions, receive information, interpret and define OWNER'S policies and decisions with respect to CONSULTANT'S services for the Project. However, the Project Manager is not authorized to issue any verbal or written orders or instructions to the CONSULTANT that would have the effect, or be interpreted to have the effect, of modifying or changing in any way whatever: (a) The scope of services to be provided and performed by the CONSULTANT hereunder; (b) The time the CONSULTANT is obligated to commence and complete all such services; or (c) The amount of compensation the OWNER is obligated or committed to pay the CONSULTANT. 3.2. The Project Manager shall: (a) Review and make appropriate recommendations on all requests submitted by the CONSULTANT for payment for services and work provided and performed in accordance with this Agreement; 7 Packet Page -1809- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. (b) Provide all criteria and information requested by CONSULTANT as to OWNER's requirements for the Project, including design objectives and constraints, space, capacity and performance requirements, flexibility and expandability, and any budgetary limitations; (c) Upon request from CONSULTANT, assist CONSULTANT by placing at CONSULTANT'S disposal all available information in the OWNER'S possession pertinent to the Project, including existing drawings, specifications, shop drawings, product literature, previous reports and any other data relative to the Project; (d) Arrange for access to and make all provisions for CONSULTANT to enter the Project site to perform the services to be provided by CONSULTANT under this Agreement; and (e) Provide notice to CONSULTANT of any deficiencies or defects discovered by the OWNER with respect to the services to be rendered by CONSULTANT hereunder. ARTICLE FOUR TIME 4.1. Services to be rendered by CONSULTANT shall be commenced subsequent to the execution of this Agreement upon written Notice to Proceed from OWNER for all or any designated portion of the Project and shall be performed and completed in accordance with the Project Milestone Schedule attached hereto and made a part hereof as Schedule C. Time is of the essence with respect to the performance of this Agreement. 4.2. Should CONSULTANT be obstructed or delayed in the prosecution or completion of its services as a result of unforeseeable causes beyond the control of CONSULTANT, and not due to its own fault or neglect, including but not restricted to acts of nature or of public enemy, acts of government or of the OWNER, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine regulations, strikes or lock-outs, then CONSULTANT shall notify OWNER in writing within five (5) working days after 8 Packet Page -1810- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. commencement of such delay, stating the specific cause or causes thereof, or be deemed to have waived any right which CONSULTANT may have had to request a time extension for that specific delay. 4.3. No interruption, interference, inefficiency, suspension or delay in the commencement or progress of CONSULTANT'S services from any cause whatsoever, including those for which OWNER may be responsible in whole or in part, shall relieve CONSULTANT of its duty to perform or give rise to any right to damages or additional compensation from OWNER. CONSULTANT'S sole remedy against OWNER will be the right to seek an extension of time to its schedule provided, however, the granting of any such time extension shall not be a condition precedent to the aforementioned "No Damage For Delay" provision. This paragraph shall expressly apply to claims for early completion, as well as claims based on late completion. Provided, however, if through no fault or neglect of CONSULTANT, the services to be provided hereunder have been delayed for a total of 180 calendar days, CONSULTANT'S compensation shall be equitably adjusted, with respect to those services that have not yet been performed, to reflect the incremental increase in costs experienced by CONSULTANT, if any, as a result of such delays. 4.4 Should the CONSULTANT fail to commence, provide, perform or complete any of the services to be provided hereunder in a timely manner, in addition to any other rights or remedies available to the OWNER hereunder, the OWNER at its sole discretion and option may withhold any and all payments due and owing to the CONSULTANT until such time as the CONSULTANT resumes performance of its obligations hereunder in such a manner so as to reasonably establish to the OWNER's satisfaction that the CONSULTANT'S performance is or will shortly be back on schedule. 4.5 In no event shall any approval by OWNER authorizing CONSULTANT to continue performing Work under this Agreement or any payment issued by OWNER to CONSULTANT be 9 Packet Page -1811- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. deemed a waiver of any right or claim OWNER may have against CONSULTANT for delay or any other damages hereunder. ARTICLE FIVE COMPENSATION 5.1. Compensation and the manner of payment of such compensation by the OWNER for services rendered hereunder by CONSULTANT shall be as prescribed in Schedule B, entitled "Basis of Compensation", which is attached hereto and made a part hereof. ARTICLE SIX OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS 6.1. Upon the completion or termination of this Agreement, as directed by OWNER, CONSULTANT shall deliver to OWNER copies or originals of all records, documents, drawings, notes, tracings, plans, Auto CADD files, specifications, maps, evaluations, reports and other technical data, other than working papers, prepared or developed by or for CONSULTANT under this Agreement ("Project Documents"). OWNER shall specify whether the originals or copies of such Project Documents are to be delivered by CONSUL TANT. CONSULTANT shall be solely responsible for all costs associated with delivering to OWNER the Project Documents. CONSULTANT, at its own expense, may retain copies of the Project Documents for its files and internal use. 6.2. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary and without requiring OWNER to pay any additional compensation, CONSULTANT hereby grants to OWNER a nonexclusive, irrevocable license in all of the Project Documents for OWNER'S use on this Project. CONSULTANT warrants to OWNER that it has full right and authority to grant this license to OWNER. Further, CONSULTANT consents to OWNER'S use of the Project Documents to complete the Project following CONSULTANT'S termination for any reason or to perform additions to or remodeling, replacement or renovations of the Project. CONSULTANT also acknowledges OWNER may be making Project Documents available for review and information to various third parties and hereby consents to such use by OWNER. 10 Packet Page -1812- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE SEVEN MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS 7.1. CONSULTANT will keep adequate records and supporting documentation which concern or reflect its services hereunder. The records and documentation will be retained by CONSULTANT for a minimum of five (5) years from (a) the date of termination of this Agreement or (b) the date the Project is completed, whichever is later, or such later date as may be required by law. OWNER, or any duly authorized agents or representatives of OWNER, shall, free of charge, have the right to audit, inspect and copy all such records and documentation as often as they deem necessary during the period of this Agreement and during the five (5) year period noted above, or such later date as may be required by law; provided, however, such activity shall be conducted only during normal business hours. ARTICLE EIGHT INDEMNIFICATION 8.1. To the maximum extent permitted by Florida law, CONSULTANT shall indemnify and hold harmless OWNER, its officers and employees from any and all liabilities, damages, losses and costs, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees and paralegals' fees, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct of CONSULTANT or anyone employed or utilized by the CONSULTANT in the performance of this Agreement. This indemnification obligation shall not be construed to negate, abridge or reduce any other rights or remedies which otherwise may be available to an indemnified party or person described in this paragraph 8.1. ARTICLE NINE INSURANCE 9.1. CONSULTANT shall obtain and carry, at all times during its performance under the Contract Documents, insurance of the types and in the amounts set forth in SCHEDULE D to this Agreement. It Packet Page -1813- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. 9.2 All insurance shall be from responsible companies duly authorized to do business in the State of Florida. 9.3 All insurance policies required by this Agreement shall include the following provisions and conditions by endorsement to the policies: 9.3.1. All insurance policies, other than the Business Automobile policy, Professional Liability policy, and the Workers Compensation policy, provided by CONSULTANT to meet the requirements of this Agreement shall name Collier County Government, Collier County, Florida, as an additional insured as to the operations of CONSULTANT under this Agreement and shall contain a severability of interests provisions. 9.3.2. Companies issuing the insurance policy or policies shall have no recourse against OWNER for payment of premiums or assessments for any deductibles which all are at the sole responsibility and risk of CONSULTANT. 9.3.3. All insurance coverages of CONSULTANT shall be primary to any insurance or self-insurance program carried by OWNER applicable to this Project, and the "Other Insurance" provisions of any policies obtained by CONSULTANT shall not apply to any insurance or self-insurance program carried by OWNER applicable to this Project. 9.3.4. The Certificates of Insurance must read: For any and all work performed on behalf of Collier County. 9.3.5. All insurance policies shall be fully performable in Collier County, Florida, and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. 9.4. CONSULTANT, its sub-consultants and OWNER shall waive all rights against each other for damages covered by insurance to the extent insurance proceeds are paid and received by OWNER, except such rights as they may have to the proceeds of such insurance held by any of them. 9.5 All insurance companies from whom CONSULTANT obtains the insurance policies required hereunder must meet the following minimum requirements: 9.5.1. The insurance company must be duly licensed and authorized by the Department of Insurance of the State of Florida to transact the appropriate insurance business in the State of Florida. 9.5.2. The insurance company must have a current A. M. Best financial rating of "Class VI" or higher. 12 Packet Page -1814- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE TEN SERVICES BY CONSULTANT'S OWN STAFF 10.1. The services to be performed hereunder shall be performed by CONSULTANT'S own staff, unless otherwise authorized in writing by the OWNER. The employment of, contract with, or use of the services of any other person or firm by CONSULTANT, as independent consultant or otherwise, shall be subject to the prior written approval of the OWNER. No provision of this Agreement shall, however, be construed as constituting an agreement between the OWNER and any such other person or firm. Nor shall anything in this Agreement be deemed to give any such party or any third party any claim or right of action against the OWNER beyond such as may then otherwise exist without regard to this Agreement. 10.2 Attached as Schedule F is a listing of all key personnel CONSULTANT intends to assign to the Project to perform the Services required hereunder. Such personnel shall be committed to this Project in accordance with the percentages noted in Schedule F. CONSULTANT also has identified each sub-consultant and subcontractor it intends to utilize on the Project in Schedule F. All personnel, sub-consultants and subcontractors identified in Schedule F shall not be removed or replaced without OWNER'S prior written consent. 1 0.3 CONSULTANT is liable for all the acts or omissions of its sub-consultants or subcontractors. By appropriate written agreement, the CONSULTANT shall require each sub- consultant or subcontractor, to the extent of the Services to be peliormed by the sub-consultant or subcontractor, to be bound to the CONSULTANT by the terms of this Agreement, and to assume toward the CONSULTANT all the obligations and responsibilities which the CONSULTANT, by this Agreement, assumes toward the OWNER. Each sub-consultant or subcontract agreement shall preserve and protect the rights of the OWNER under this Agreement with respect to the Services to be performed by the sub-consultant or subcontractor so that the sub-consulting or subcontracting thereof will not prejudice such rights. Where 13 Packet Page -1815- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. appropriate, the CONSULTANT shall require each sub-consultant or subcontractor to enter into similar agreements with its sub-sub-consultants or sub-subcontractors. 1 0.4 CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that OWNER is a third party beneficiary of each contract entered into between CONSULTANT and each sub-consultant or subcontractor, however nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create any contractual relationship between OWNER and any sub-consultant or subcontractor. Further, all such contracts shall provide that, at Owner's discretion, they are assignable to OWNER upon any termination of this Agreement. ARTICLE ELEVEN WAIVER OF CLAIMS 11.1. CONSULTANT'S acceptance of final payment shall constitute a full waiver of any and all claims, except for insurance company subrogation claims, by it against OWNER arising out of this Agreement or otherwise related to the Project, and except those previously made in writing in accordance with the terms of this Agreement and identified by CONSULTANT as unsettled at the time of the final payment. Neither the acceptance of CONSULTANT'S services nor payment by OWNER shall be deemed to be a waiver of any of OWNER'S rights against CONSULTANT. ARTICLE TWELVE TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION 12.1. CONSULTANT shall be considered in material default of this Agreement and such default will be considered cause for OWNER to terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, as further set forth in this section, for any of the following reasons: (a) CONSULTANT'S failure to begin services under the Agreement within the times specified under the Notice(s) to Proceed, or (b) CONSULTANT'S failure to properly and timely perform the services to be provided hereunder or as directed by OWNER, or (c) the bankruptcy or insolvency or a general assignment for the benefit of creditors by CONSULTANT or by any of CONSULTANT'S principals, officers or directors, or (d) CONSULTANT'S failure to obey any laws, ordinances, regulations or other 14 Packet Page -1816- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. codes of conduct, or (e) CONSULTANT'S failure to perform or abide by the terms and conditions of this Agreement, or (f) for any other just cause. The OWNER may so terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, by giving the CONSULTANT seven (7) calendar days written notice of the material default. 12.2. If, after notice of termination of this Agreement as provided for in paragraph 12.1 above, it is determined for any reason that CONSULTANT was not in default, or that its default was excusable, or that OWNER otherwise was not entitled to the remedy against CONSULTANT provided for in paragraph 12.1, then the notice of termination given pursuant to paragraph 12.1 shall be deemed to be the notice of termination provided for in paragraph 12.3, below, and CONSULTANT's remedies against OWNER shall be the same as and be limited to those afforded CONSULTANT under paragraph 12.3, below. 12.3. OWNER shall have the right to terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, without cause upon seven (7) calendar days written notice to CONSULTANT. In the event of such termination for convenience, CONSULTANT'S recovery against OWNER shall be limited to that portion of the fee earned through the date of terrnination, together with any retainage withheld and any costs reasonably incurred by CONSULTANT that are directly attributable to the termination, but CONSULTANT shall not be entitled to any other or further recovery against OWNER, including, but not limited to, anticipated fees or profits on work not required to be performed. CONSULTANT must mitigate all such costs to the greatest extent reasonably possible. 12.4. Upon termination and as directed by Owner, the CONSULTANT shall deliver to the OWNER all original papers, records, documents, drawings, models, and other material set forth and described in this Agreement, including those described in Section 6, that are in CONSULTANT'S possession or under its control. t 5 Packet Page -1817- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. 12.5. The OWNER shall have the power to suspend all or any portions of the services to be provided by CONSULTANT hereunder upon giving CONSULTANT two (2) calendar days prior written notice of such suspension. If all or any portion of the services to be rendered hereunder are so suspended, the CONSULTANT'S sole and exclusive remedy shall be to seek an extension of time to its schedule in accordance with the procedures set forth in Article Four herein. 12.6 In the event (i) OWNER fails to make any undisputed payment to CONSULTANT within forty-five (45) days after such payment is due or such other time as required by Florida's Prompt Payment Act or (ii) OWNER otherwise persistently fails to fulfill some material obligation owed by OWNER to CONSULTANT under this Agreement, and (ii) OWNER has failed to cure such default within fourteen (14) days of receiving written notice of same from CONSULTANT, then CONSULTANT may stop its performance under this Agreement until such default is cured, after giving OWNER a second fourteen (14) days written notice of CONSULTANT's intention to stop performance under the Agreement. If the Services are so stopped for a period of one hundred and twenty (120) consecutive days through no act or fault of the CONSULTANT or its sub- consultant or subcontractor or their agents or employees or any other persons performing portions of the Services under contract with the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT may terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to OWNER of CONSULTANT'S intent to terminate this Agreement. If OWNER does not cure its default within fourteen (14) days after receipt of CONSULTANT'S written notice, CONSULTANT may, upon fourteen (14) additional days' written notice to the OWNER, terminate the Agreement and recover from the Owner payment for Services performed through the termination date, but in no event shall CONSULTANT be entitled to payment for Services not performed or any other damages from Owner. 16 Packet Page -1818- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE THIRTEEN TRUTH IN NEGOTIATION REPRESENTATIONS 13.1. CONSULTANT warrants that CONSULTANT has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for CONSULTANT, to solicit or secure this Agreement and that CONSULTANT has not paid or agreed to pay any person, company, corporation, individual or firm, other than a bona fide employee working solely for CONSULTANT, any fee, commission, percentage, gift or any other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. 13.2. In accordance with provisions of Section 287.055, (5)(a), Florida Statutes, the CONSULTANT agrees to execute the required Truth-In-Negotiation Certificate, attached hereto and incorporated herein as Schedule E, certifying that wage rates and other factual unit costs supporting the compensation for CONSULTANT'S services to be provided under this Agreement are accurate, complete and current at the time of the Agreement. The CONSULTANT agrees that the original Agreement price and any additions thereto shall be adjusted to exclude any significant sums by which the OWNER determines the Agreement price was increased due to inaccurate, incomplete, or non-current wage rates and other factual unit costs. All such adjustments shall be made within one (1) year following the end of this Agreement. ARTICLE FOURTEEN CONFLICT OF INTEREST 14.1. CONSULTANT represents that it presently has no interest and shall acquire no interest, either direct or indirect, which would conflict in any manner with the performance of services required hereunder. CONSULTANT further represents that no persons having any such interest shall be employed to perform those services. 17 Packet Page -1819- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE FIFTEEN MODIFICATION 15.1. No modification or change in this Agreement shall be valid or binding upon either party unless in writing and executed by the party or parties intended to be bound by it. ARTICLE SIXTEEN NOTICES AND ADDRESS OF RECORD 16.1. All notices required or made pursuant to this Agreement to be given by the CONSULTANT to the OWNER shall be in writing and shall be delivered by hand, by fax, or by United States Postal Service Department, first class mail service, postage prepaid, addressed to the following OWNER'S address of record: Board of County Commissioners, Collier County Florida Purchasing Department 3327 Tamiami Trail East Naples, FL. 34112 Attention: Stephen Y. Carnell, Purchasing/General Services Director Fax 239-732-0844 16.2. All notices required or made pursuant to this Agreement to be given by the OWNER to the CONSULTANT shall be made in writing and shall be delivered by hand, by fax or by the United States Postal Service Department, first class mail service, postage prepaid, addressed to the following CONSULTANT'S address of record: AIM Engineering & Surveying, Inc. 5802 Breckenridge Parkway, Suite 100 Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 627-4144 or (888) 627-4144 Phone; (813) 644-1899 Fax Attn: Sean Donahoo, PE 16.3. Either party may change its address of record by written notice to the other party given in accordance with requirements of this Article. 18 Packet Page -1820- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE SEVENTEEN MISCELLANEOUS 17.1. CONSULTANT, in representing OWNER, shall promote the best interests of OWNER and assume towards OWNER a duty of the highest trust, confidence, and fair dealing. 17.2. No modification, waiver, suspension or termination of the Agreement or of any terms thereof shall impair the rights or liabilities of either party. 17.3. This Agreement is not assignable, or otherwise transferable in whole or in part, by CONSULTANT without the prior written consent of OWNER. 17.4. Waivers by either party of a breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any other breach and shall not be construed to be a modification of the terms of this Agreement. 17.5. The headings of the Articles, Schedules, Parts and Attachments as contained in this Agreement are for the purpose of convenience only and shall not be deemed to expand, limit or change the provisions in such Articles, Schedules, Parts and Attachments. 17.6. This Agreement, including the referenced Schedules and Attachments hereto, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties hereto and shall supersede, replace and nullify any and all prior agreements or understandings, written or oral, relating to the matter set forth herein, and any such prior agreements or understanding shall have no force or effect whatever on this Agreement. 17.7 Unless otherwise expressly noted herein, all representations and covenants of the parties shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement. t9 Packet Page -1821- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. 17.8 This Agreement may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which shall constitute but one and the same instrument. 17.9 The terms and conditions of the following Schedules attached hereto are by this reference incorporated herein: Schedule A SCOPE OF SERVICES Schedule B BASIS OF COMPENSATION Schedule C PROJECT MILESTONE SCHEDULE Schedule D INSURANCE COVERAGE Schedule E TRUTH IN NEGOTIATION CERTIFICATE Schedule F KEY PERSONNEL, SUB-CONSULTANTS AND SUBCONTRACTORS Exhibit A Exhibit B NOT APPLICABLE TO THIS CONTRACT LAP AGENCY REQUIREMENTS Exhibit C LAP FORMS ARTICLE EIGHTEEN APPLICABLE LAW 18.1. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws, rules, and regulations of the State of Florida, and by such laws, rules and regulations of the United States as made applicable to services funded by the United States government. Any suit or action brought by either party to this Agreement against the other party relating to or arising out of this Agreement must be brought in the appropriate federal or state courts in Collier County, Florida, which courts have sole and exclusive jurisdiction on all such matters. 20 Packet Page -1822- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE NINETEEN SECURING AGREEMENT/PUBLIC ENTITY CRIMES 19.1 CONSULTANT warrants that CONSULTANT has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for CONSULTANT, to solicit or secure this Agreement and that CONSULTANT has not paid or agreed to pay any person, company, corporation, individual or firm, other than a bona fide employee working solely for CONSULTANT, any fee, commission, percentage, gift or any other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. At the time this Agreement is executed, CONSULTANT shall sign and deliver to OWNER the Truth-in-Negotiation Certificate identified in Article 13 and attached hereto and made a part hereof as Schedule E. CONSULTANT'S compensation shall be adjusted to exclude any sums by which OWNER determines the compensation was increased due to inaccurate, incomplete, or noncurrent wage rates and other factual unit costs. 19.2 By its execution of this Agreement, CONSULTANT acknowledges that it has been informed by OWNER of and is in compliance with the terms of Section 287.133(2)(a) of the Florida Statutes which read as follows: "A person or affiliate who has been placed on the convicted vendor list following a conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a bid, proposal, or reply on a contract to provide any goods or services to a public entity; may not submit a bid, proposal, or reply on a contract with a public entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public work; may not submit bids, proposals, or replies on leases of real property to a public entity, may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under a contract with any public entity; and may not transact business with any public entity in excess of the threshold amount provided in s. 287.017 for CATEGORY TWO for a period of 36 months following the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list." 21 Packet Page -1823- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. ARTICLE TWENTY DISPUTE RESOLUTION 20.1 Prior to the initiation of any action or proceeding permitted by this Agreement to resolve disputes between the parties, the parties shall make a good faith effort to resolve any such disputes by negotiation. The negotiation shall be attended by representatives of CONSULTANT with full decision-making authority and by OWNER'S staff person who would make the presentation of any settlement reached during negotiations to OWNER for approval. Failing resolution, and prior to the commencement of depositions in any litigation between the parties arising out of this Agreement, the parties shall attempt to resolve the dispute through Mediation before an agreed-upon Circuit Court Mediator certified by the State of Florida. The mediation shall be attended by representatives of CONSULTANT with full decision-making authority and by OWNER'S staff person who would make the presentation of any settlement reached at mediation to OWNER'S board for approval. Should either party fail to submit to mediation as required hereunder, the other party may obtain a court order requiring mediation under section 44.102, Fla. Stat. 20.2 Any suit or action brought by either party to this Agreement against the other party relating to or arising out of this Agreement must be brought in the appropriate federal or state courts in Collier County, Florida, which courts have sole and exclusive jurisdiction on all such matters. ARTICLE 21 IMMIGRATION LAW COMPLIANCE 21.1 By executing and entering into this agreement, the CONSULTANT is formally acknowledging without exception or stipulation that it is fully responsible for complying with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as located at 8 U.S.C, 1324, et seq. and regulations relating thereto, as either may be amended, Failure by the CONSULTANT to comply with the laws referenced herein shall constitute a breach of this agreement and the County shall have the discretion to unilaterally terminate this agreement immediately. 21 Packet Page -1824- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Professional Services Agreement for Feasibility Study and Design Consulting Services the day and year first written above. ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FOR COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, Dwight E. Brock, Clerk By: Date: By: Fred W. Coyle, Chairman Approved as to form and legal sufficiency: Scott Teach, Deputy County Attorney AIM EnQineerinQ & SurveyinQ, Inc. By: Witness Typed Name and Title Type Name Witness Type Name 13 Packet Page -1825- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. SCHEDULE A SCOPE OF SERVICES Feasibility Study for Pedestrian/Bicycle Facilities at 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange Collier County Board of County Commissioners The objective of this project is to conduct a feasibility study, then prepare 60% construction plans for pedestrian and/or bicycle facilities at the 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange (FOOT Project #416237-1-38-01). The study is to explore options of a sidewalk and/or bike trail along the north side of Immokalee Road from Northbrooke Drive to Livingston Road, including crossing 1-75. This will not include any changes to the existing sidewalk on the south side of the interchange along Immokalee Road. Concepts and public information materials are to be prepared and distributed at two public information meetings. AIM will be responsible for preparing all handouts, exhibits and advertisements. The County agrees to pay all postage and other related expenses to distribute handouts, exhibits and advertisements outside of this Agreement. Further, the County agrees to pay for all room rental fees associated with conducting the two public information meetings outside of this Agreement. This is a Local Agency Program (LAP) project. AIM will represent the County in achieving compliance with the Florida Department of Transportation's (FOOT) LAP requirements. Work conducted outside of the FOOT right-of-way shall adhere to the 2010 edition of the Manual of Uniform Minimum Standards for Design, Construction and Maintenance for Streets and Highways (Florida Greenbook) and shall follow LAP specifications. The Scope of Services to achieve the objective of this study is provided below. Task 1.0 - Develop and Analyze Two (2) Alternatives 1.1 At the start of the project, AIM will facilitate a kickoff meeting between FOOT and County staff to determine the environmental class of action and to discuss the LAP requirements specific to this project. 1.2 AIM will prepare a maximum of six (6) typical section alternatives for the proposed pedestrian/bicycle facility. The typical sections will consist of two (2) for the north side of the canal along Immokalee Road, two (2) for the south side of the canal, and two (2) for under 1-75. Once the typical sections have been reviewed and agreed to by the County, AIM will develop two (2) alignment alternatives along the north side of Immokalee Road from Northbrooke Drive to Livingston Road. 1.3 AIM will develop preliminary construction cost estimates based on the six (6) typical section alternatives and two (2) alignment alternatives. The County will provide unit costs for construction to AIM. The County will prepare the right-of-way acquisition cost estimates for use by AIM to estimate the total project cost. AIM will provide graphics and a spreadsheet for the County's use in developing the right-of-way acquisition cost estimates. 1.4 AIM will evaluate potential environment effects associated with the two (2) alignment alternatives. Specifically, AIM will investigate effects to wetlands, listed species, and A-I Packet Page -1826- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. contamination. The result of these investigations will be documented in the draft and final Feasibility Study Report. 1.5 AIM will refine the alignment alternatives based on comments received at the public information meetings. 1.6. AIM will revise the project cost estimates based on refinements to the alternatives following the public information meetings. 1.7 AIM will prepare monthly progress reports and invoices for the County's review and approval. AIM's project manager and one other will attend up to four (4) progress meetings in person at Collier County offices. Other meetings will be held by teleconference or video conference, as appropriate. Task 2.0 - Public Involvement Program 2.1 AIM will prepare a summary of the proposed public involvement program for the project. The public involvement program will include a summary of public officials & project stakeholders, the project kick-off letters, and the two (2) public information meetings. 2.2. AIM will prepare handouts, exhibits and advertisements for two (2) public information meetings. AIM will participate at the meetings and provide a summary of the events. The County agrees to pay all postage and other related expenses to distribute handouts, exhibits and advertisements. Further, the County agrees to pay for all room rental fees associated with conducting the two public information meetings. Task 3.0 - Feasibility Study Report 3.1 AIM will prepare a concise draft Feasibility Study Report that includes the information required by FOOT to fulfill the LAP funding. 3.2 AIM will revise the Draft Feasibility Study Report based on County comments. The resulting deliverable will be the Final Feasibility Study Report. The Final Feasibility Study Report will fulfill the requirements of LAP funding. Task 4.0 - Design Plans & Survey 4.1 AIM will provide the level of survey commensurate with a pedestrian/bicycle feasibility study and concepts. Survey tasks will include limited topo/DTM and horizontal and vertical controls for the one selected alternative. 4.2 AIM will perform engineering design to prepare the 60% construction plans for the one selected alternative. The alternative will be developed in conformance with the Florida Greenbook and the FOOT Design Standards. Design Variations and/or Design Exceptions will be requested as appropriate. The roadway plans shall include: Key Sheet, Typical Section, Plan Sheets, Drainage Structure Sheets, Cross-sections, Maintenance of Traffic, Erosion Control, Signing and Pavement Markings, and Signalization. DELlVERABLES AIM will provide the County with the following project deliverables: . Draft Feasibility Study Report and Conceptual Design Plans - six (6) bound hard copies, plus one (1) electronic copy on CD/DVD. . Final Feasibility Study Report with Recommended Conceptual Design Planes - six (6) bound hard copies, plus one (1) electronic copy on CD/DVD. A-2 Packet Page -1827- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. . 60% Roadway Design Plans - six (6) bound sets, plus one (1) electronic copy on CD/DVD. WORK TO COMPLETED BY THE COUNTY The County will provide the following information to AIM. . The County will provide all data available and in its possession - existing survey, crash data, traffic signal time data, unit prices for construction cost, etc. . The County will provide the most recent unit costs for construction. . The County agrees to pay all postage and other related expenses to distribute handouts, exhibits and advertisements. Further, the County agrees to pay for all room rental fees associated with conducting the two public information meetings. . The County will prepare all right-of-way appraisals and cost estimates. DISCLAIMERS The Scope of Services herein does not include the following services: . Geotechnical, including soil testing or borings . Travel demand modeling or traffic analysis . Right-of-way mapping OPTIONAL SERVICES At the County's option, AIM may be requested to provide final design and plans preparation services or expert witness services for right-of-way acquisition. The fee for these services shall be negotiated in accordance with the terms of fair, competitive and reasonable cost, considering the scope and complexity of the additional service(s). END OF SCHEDULE A A-3 Packet Page -1828- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. SCHEDULE B BASIS OF COMPENSATION LUMP SUM 1. MONTHLY STATUS REPORTS B.1.1 As a condition precedent to payment, CONSULTANT shall submit to OWNER as part of its monthly invoice a progress report reflecting the Project design and construction status, in terms of the total work effort estimated to be required for the completion of the Basic Services and any then-authorized Additional Services, as of the last day of the subject monthly billing cycle. Among other things, the report shall show all Service items and the percentage complete of each item. B1.1.1 All monthly status reports and invoices shall be mailed to the attention of Alison Bradford, P.E., Transportation Planning Project Manager, Growth Management Division/Planning and Regulation Land Development Services, 2800 North Horseshoe Drive, Naples, FL 34104. 2. COMPENSATION TO CONSULTANT B.2.1. For the Basic Services provided for in this Agreement, OWNER agrees to make the lump sum payments to CONSULTANT in accordance with the terms stated below. Payments will be made in accordance with the following Schedule; however, the payment of any particular line item noted below shall not be due until all services associated with any such line item have been completed to OWNER'S reasonable satisfaction. Tasks LUMP SUM FEE FOR: FEE PAYMENT SCHEDULE 1. Develop and Analyze Two (2) $ 95.224.00 Monthly Upon Percent Complete Alternatives of Task 2. Public Involvement Program $ 39,320.00 Monthly Upon Percent Complete of Task 3. Feasibility Study Report I $ 26.510.00 Monthly Upon Percent Complete of Task 4. Design Plans & Survey $153,879.00 Monthly Upon Percent Complete of Task TOTAL FEE (Total Items 1-9) $314,933.00 l B.2.2. The fees noted in Section 2.1. shall constitute the lump sum amount of Three Hundred Fourteen Nine Hundred Thirty Three Dollars ($314,933.00) to be paid to CONSULTANT for the performance of the Basic Services. B.2.3. For Additional Services provided pursuant to Article 2 of the Agreement, if any, OWNER agrees to pay CONSULTANT a negotiated total fee and Reimbursable Expenses based on the services to be provided and as set forth in the Amendment authorizing such Additional Services. The negotiated fee shall be based upon the rates specified in Attachment 1 to this Schedule B and all Reimbursable Expenses shall comply with the B-! Packet Page -1829- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. provision of Section 3.4.1 below. There shall be no overtime pay on Additional Services without OWNER'S prior written approval. B.2.4. The compensation provided for under Sections 2.1 of this Schedule B, shall be the total and complete amount payable to CONSULTANT for the Basic Services to be performed under the provisions of this Agreement, and shall include the cost of all materials, equipment, supplies and out-of-pocket expenses incurred in the performance of all such services. B.2.5 Notwithstanding anything in the Agreement to the contrary, CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that in the event of a dispute concerning payments for Services performed under this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall continue to perform the Services required of it under this Agreement, as directed by OWNER, pending resolution of the dispute provided that OWNER continues to pay to CONSULTANT all amounts that OWNER does not dispute are due and payable. 3. SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS: B.3.1. CONSULTANT shall submit, with each of the monthly status reports provided for under Section 1.1 of this Schedule B, an invoice for fees earned in the performance of Basic Services and Additional Services during the subject billing month. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, the CONSULTANT shall submit no more than one invoice per month for all fees earned that month for both Basic Services and Additional Services. Invoices shall be reasonably substantiated, identify the services rendered and must be submitted in triplicate in a form and manner required by Owner. Additionally, the number of the purchase order granting approval for such services shall appear on all invoices. B.3.1.1 Payments will be made for services furnished, delivered, and accepted, upon receipt and approval of invoices submitted on the date of services or within six (6) months after completion of contract. Any untimely submission of invoices beyond the specified deadline period is subject to non-payment under the legal doctrine of "laches" as untimely submitted. Time shall be deemed of the essence with respect to the timely submission of invoices under this agreement. B.3.2. Invoices not properly prepared (mathematical errors, billing not reflecting actual work done, no signature, etc.) shall be returned to CONSULTANT for correction. Invoices shall be submitted on CONSULTANT'S letterhead and must include the Purchase Order Number and Project name and shall not be submitted more than one time monthly. B.3.3 Payments for Additional Services of CONSULTANT as defined in Article 2 hereinabove and for reimbursable expenses will be made monthly upon presentation of a detailed invoice with supporting documentation. B.3.4 Unless specific rates have been established in Attachment 1, attached to this Schedule B, CONSULTANT agrees that, with respect to any sub-consultant or subcontractor to be utilized by CONSULTANT for Additional Services, CONSULTANT shall be limited to a maximum markup of 5% on the fees and expenses associated with such sub-consultants and subcontractors. B.3.4.1 Should a conflict exist between the dollar amounts set forth in Section 112.061, F.S., and the Agreement, the terms of the Agreement shall prevail. B-e Packet Page -1830- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. SCHEDULE B Contract #1 0-5584 Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities & Immokalee Road Consultant's Emplovee Hourlv Rate Schedule Senior Project Manager $165.00 Senior Engineer $188.00 Engineer $119.00 Senior Transportation Planner $140.00 Environmental Scientist $115.00 Designer $100.00 Surveyor Mapper $130.00 3-Man Crew $160.00 This list may not be all-inclusive. Hourly rate fees for other categories and other services may be mutually agreed by the County and CONSULTANT as needed. END OF SCHEDULE B B-3 Packet Page -1831- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. SCHEDULE C PROJECT MILESTONE SCHEDULE Contract #10-5584 Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities & Immokalee Road Work to begin from execution of the Notice to Proceed Task 1.0 - Develop and Analyze Alternatives - 417 calendar days - Concurrent Task 2.0 - Public Involvement Program - 417 calendar days - Concurrent Task 3.0 - Feasibility Study Report - 169 calendar days - Concurrent Task 4.0 Design Plans and Survey - 417 calendar days - Concurrent END OF SCHEDULE C C-l Packet Page -1832- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. SCHEDULE D INSURANCE COVERAGE Contract #10-5584 Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities & Immokalee Road (1) The amounts and types of insurance coverage shall conform to the following minimum requirements with the use of Insurance Services Office (ISO) forms and endorsements or their equivalents. If CONSULTANT has any self-insured retentions or deductibles under any of the below listed minimum required coverages, CONSULTANT must identify on the Certificate of Insurance the nature and amount of such self-insured retentions or deductibles and provide satisfactory evidence of financial responsibility for such obligations. All self-insured retentions or deductibles will be CONSULTANT'S sole responsibility. (2) The insurance required by this Agreement shall be written for not less than the limits specified herein or required by law, whichever is greater. (3) Coverages shall be maintained without interruption from the date of commencement of the services until the date of completion and acceptance of the Project by the OWNER or as specified in this Agreement, whichever is longer. (4) Certificates of insurance (3 copies) acceptable to the OWNER shall be filed with the OWNER within ten (10) calendar days after Notice of Award is received by CONSULTANT evidencing the fact that CONSULTANT has acquired and put in place the insurance coverages and limits required hereunder. In addition, certified, true and exact copies of all insurance policies required shall be provided to OWNER, on a timely basis, if requested by OWNER. Such certificates shall contain a provision that coverages afforded under the policies will not be canceled or allowed to expire until at least thirty (30) days prior written notice has been given to the OWNER. CONSULTANT shall also notify OWNER, in a like manner, within twenty-four (24) hours after receipt, of any notices of expiration, cancellation, non-renewal or material change in coverages or limits received by CONSULTANT from its insurer, and nothing contained herein D-] Packet Page -1833- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. shall relieve CONSULTANT of this requirement to provide notice. In the event of a reduction in the aggregate limit of any policy to be provided by CONSULTANT hereunder, CONSULTANT shall immediately take steps to have the aggregate limit reinstated to the full extent permitted under such policy. (5) All insurance coverages of the CONSULTANT shall be primary to any insurance or self insurance program carried by the OWNER applicable to this Project. (6) The acceptance by OWNER of any Certificate of Insurance does not constitute approval or agreement by the OWNER that the insurance requirements have been satisfied or that the insurance policy shown on the Certificate of Insurance is in compliance with the requirements of this Agreement. (7) CONSULTANT shall require each of its sub-consultants to procure and maintain, until the completion of the sub-consultant's services, insurance of the types and to the limits specified in this Section except to the extent such insurance requirements for the sub-consultant are expressly waived in writing by the OWNER. (8) Should at any time the CONSULTANT not maintain the insurance coverages required herein, the OWNER may terminate the Agreement or at its sole discretion shall be authorized to purchase such coverages and charge the CONSULTANT for such coverages purchased. If CONSULTANT fails to reimburse OWNER for such costs within thirty (30) days after demand, OWNER has the right to offset these costs from any amount due CONSULTANT under this Agreement or any other agreement between OWNER and CONSULTANT. The OWNER shall be under no obligation to purchase such insurance, nor shall it be responsible for the coverages purchased or the insurance company or companies used. The decision of the OWNER to purchase such insurance coverages shall in no way be construed to be a waiver of any of its rights under the Agreement. D-2 Packet Page -1834- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. (9) If the initial, or any subsequently issued Certificate of Insurance expires prior to the completion of the services required hereunder or termination of the Agreement, the CONSULTANT shall furnish to the OWNER, in triplicate, renewal or replacement Certificate(s) of Insurance not later than three (3) business days after the renewal of the policy(ies). Failure of the Contractor to provide the OWNER with such renewal certificate(s) shall be deemed a material breach by CONSULTANT and OWNER may terminate the Agreement for cause. WORKERS' COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY Required by this Agreement? 1- Yes No (1) Workers' Compensation and Employers' Liability Insurance shall be maintained by the CONSULTANT during the term of this Agreement for all employees engaged in the work under this Agreement in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. The amounts of such insurance shall not be less than: a. Worker's Compensation - Florida Statutory Requirements b. Employers' Liability (check one) $100,000 Each Accident $500,000 Disease Aggregate $100,000 Disease Each Employee X $1,000,000 Each Accident $1,000,000 Disease Aggregate $1,000,000 Disease Each Employee (2) The insurance company shall waive all claims rights against the OWNER and the policy shall be so endorsed. (3) United States Longshoreman's and Harborworker's Act coverage shall be maintained where applicable to the completion of the work. D-3 Packet Page -1835- _ Applicable X Not Applicable 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. (4) Maritime Coverage (Jones Act) shall be maintained where applicable to the completion of the work. _ Applicable X Not Applicable COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY Required by this Agreement? X Yes No (1) Commercial General Liability Insurance, written on an "occurrence" basis, shall be maintained by the CONSULTANT. Coverage will include, but not be limited to, Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Personal Injury, Contractual Liability for this Agreement, Independent Contractors, Broad Form Property Damage including Completed Operations and Products and Completed Operations Coverage. Products and Completed Operations coverage shall be maintained for a period of not less than five (5) years following the completion and acceptance by the OWNER of the work under this Agreement. Limits of Liability shall not be less than the following: General Aggregate Products/Completed Operations Aggregate Personal and Advertising Injury Each Occurrence Fire Damage General Aggregate Products/Completed Operations Aggregate Personal and Advertising Injury Each Occurrence Fire Damage X General Aggregate Products/Completed Operations Aggregate Personal and Advertising Injury $300,000 $300,000 $300,000 $300,000 $ 50,000 $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $500,000 $ 50,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 D-4 Packet Page -1836- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. Each Occurrence Fire Damage $1,000,000 $ 50,000 (2) The General Aggregate Limit shall apply separately to this Project and the policy shall be endorsed using the following endorsement wording. "This endorsement modifies insurance provided under the following: Commercial General Liability Coverage Part. The General Aggregate Limit under LIMITS OF INSURANCE applies separately to each of your projects away from premises owned by or rented to you." Applicable deductibles or self-insured retentions shall be the sole responsibility of CONSULTANT. Deductibles or self-insured retentions carried by the CONSULTANT shall be subject to the approval of the Risk Management Director or his/her designee. (3) The OWNER, Collier County Government, shall be named as an Additional Insured and the policy shall be endorsed that such coverage shall be primary to any similar coverage carried by the OWNER. (4) Coverage shall be included for explosion, collapse or underground property damage claims. (5) Watercraft Liability coverage shall be carried by the CONSULTANT or the SUB- CONSULTANT in limits of not less than the Commercial General Liability limit shown in subparagraph (1) above if applicable to the completion of the Services under this Agreement. _ Applicable X Not Applicable (6) Aircraft Liability coverage shall be carried by the CONSULTANT or the SUB- CONSULTANT in limits of not less than $5,000,000 each occurrence if applicable to the completion of the Services under this Agreement. _ Applicable x Not Applicable D-S Packet Page -1837- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY INSURANCE Required by this Agreement? Yes X No (1) Automobile Liability Insurance shall be maintained by the CONSULTANT for the ownership, maintenance or use of any owned, non-owned or hired vehicle with limits of not less than: _ Bodily Injury & Property Damage - $ 500,000 Bodily Injury & Property Damage - $1,000,000 UMBRELLA LIABILITY (1) Umbrella Liability may be maintained as part of the liability insurance of the CONSULTANT and, if so, such policy shall be excess of the Employers' Liability, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability coverages required herein and shall include all coverages on a "following form" basis. (2) The policy shall contain wording to the effect that, in the event of the exhaustion of any underlying limit due to the payment of claims, the Umbrella policy will "drop down" to apply as primary insurance. PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE Required by this Agreement? _x_ Yes No (1) Professional Liability Insurance shall be maintained by the CONSULTANT to insure its legal liability for claims arising out of the performance of professional services under this Agreement. CONSULTANT waives its right of recover against OWNER as to any claims under this insurance. Such insurance shall have limits of not less than: $ 500,000 each claim and in the aggregate D-6 Packet Page -1838- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. x $1,000,000 each claim and in the aggregate _ $2,000,000 each claim and in the aggregate _ $5,000,000 each claim and in the aggregate (2) Any deductible applicable to any claim shall be the sole responsibility of the CONSULTANT. Deductible amounts are subject to the approval of the OWNER. (3) The CONSULTANT shall continue this coverage for this Project for a period of not less than five (5) years following completion and acceptance of the Project by the OWNER. (4) The policy retroactive date will always be prior to the date services were first performed by CONSULTANT or OWNER, and the date will not be moved forward during the term of this Agreement and for five years thereafter. CONSULTANT shall promptly submit Certificates of Insurance providing for an unqualified written notice to OWNER of any cancellation of coverage or reduction in limits, other than the application of the aggregate limits provision. In addition, CONSULTANT shall also notify OWNER by certified mail, within twenty- four (24) hours after receipt, of any notices of expiration, cancellation, non-renewal or material change in coverages or limits received by CONSULTANT from its insurer. In the event of more than a twenty percent (20%) reduction in the aggregate limit of any policy, CONSULTANT shall immediately take steps to have the aggregate limit reinstated to the full extent permitted under such policy. CONSULTANT shall promptly submit a certified, true copy of the policy and any endorsements issued or to be issued on the policy if requested by OWNER. VALUABLE PAPERS INSURANCE (1) In the sole discretion of the County, CONSULTANT may be required to purchase valuable papers and records coverage for plans, specifications, drawings, reports, maps, books, blueprints, and other printed documents in an amount sufficient to cover the cost of recreating or reconstructing valuable papers or records utilized during the term of this Agreement. D-7 Packet Page -1839- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. PROJECT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY (1) If OWNER notifies CONSULTANT that a project professional liability policy will be purchased, then CONSULTANT agrees to use its best efforts in cooperation with OWNER and OWNER'S insurance representative, to pursue the maximum credit available from the professional liability carrier for a reduction in the premium of CONSULTANT'S professional liability policy. If no credit is available from CONSULTANT'S current professional policy underwriter, then CONSULTANT agrees to pursue the maximum credit available on the next renewal policy, if a renewal occurs during the term of the project policy (and on any subsequent professional liability policies that renew during the term of the project policy). CONSULTANT agrees that any such credit will fully accrue to OWNER. Should no credit accrue to OWNER, OWNER and CONSULTANT, agree to negotiate in good faith a credit on behalf of OWNER for the provision of project-specific professional liability insurance policy in consideration for a reduction in CONSULTANT'S self-insured retention and the risk of uninsured or underinsured consultants. (2) CONSULTANT agrees to provide the following information when requested by OWNER or OWNER'S Project Manager: a. The date the professional liability insurance renews. b Current policy limits. c. Current deductibles/self-insured retention. d. Current underwriter. e. Amount (in both dollars and percent) the underwriter will give as a credit if the policy is replaced by an individual project policy. f. Cost of professional insurance as a percent of revenue. g. Affirmation that the design firm will complete a timely project errors and omissions application. (3) If OWNER elects to purchase a project professional liability policy, CONSULTANT to be insured will be notified and OWNER will provide professional liability insurance, naming CONSULTANT and its professional sub-consultants as named insureds. END OF SCHEDULE D D-8 Packet Page -1840- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. SCHEDULE E TRUTH IN NEGOTIATION CERTIFICATE Contract #10-5584 Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities & Immokalee Road In compliance with the Consultants' Competitive Negotiation Act, Section 287.055, Florida Statutes, AIM Engineering & Surveying, Inc. hereby certifies that wages, rates and other factual unit costs supporting the compensation for the services of the CONSULTANT to be provided under the Professional Services Agreement, concerning RFP 10-5584 Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities at 1-75 and Immokalee Road Interchange are accurate, complete and current as of the time of contracting. AIM Engineering & Surveying, Inc. BY: TITLE: DATE: END OF SCHEDULE E E-t Packet Page -1841- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. SCHEDULE F KEY PERSONNEL, SUB-CONSULTANTS AND SUBCONTRACTORS Contract #10-5584 Feasibility Study for Pedestrian Bicycle Facilities & Immokalee Road Sr. Project Manager - Sean Donahoo, PE (40%); Jim Toombs, PE (5%) Sr. Engineer - Erik Fleming, PE (50%); Shawn Swets, PE (20%); Greg Root (10%) Engineer - Dawn Ratican, PE (20%); Amanda Correia, PE (20%); Jennifer Marshall (50%), Trevor Hawkins (30%), Liz Cashwell (25%) Sr. Transportation Planner - Mary Adams (20%) Environmental Scientist - Patrick Griffin (25%) Designer - Pat Serpas (25 %) Surveyor/Mapper - Bob Potter (10%) Dustin Martin (10 %), Steve Nemeeth (10 %) END OF SCHEDULE F F.I Packet Page .1842- EXHIBIT A NOT APPLICABLE TO THIS CONTRACT BB-l Packet Page -1843- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. EXHIBIT B - LAP AGENCY REQUIREMENTS (as identified in the original solicitation) DBE PARTICIPATION The County encourages DBE firms to compete for County professional services projects, and also encourages non-DBE consultants to use DBE firms as sub-consultants. However, use of DBE sub-consultants is not mandatory and no preference points will be given in the selection process for DBE participation. Consultants are required indicate their intention regarding DBE participation in the DBE Participation Statement contained in Exhibit ,," to this Request for Proposal and to submit that statement with their technical proposal. Federal law requires states to maintain a database of all firms that are participating or attempting to participate in DOT-assisted contracts. To assist the County in this endeavor, consultants are requested to submit the Bidder's Opportunity List contained in Exhibit ,'" to this Request for Proposal with their technical proposal. The list should include yourself as well as any prospective sub-consultant that you contacted or who has contacted you regarding this project. However, any firm previously shown on such a list need not be included. If participation is declared, monthly reporting is required to submit actual DBE participation to FDOT. Consultant Affidavits: The Consultant shall submit the following forms provided in Exhibit "ell: 1. Consultant Affidavit 2. Certification Regarding Debarment 3. Truth-in-Negotiation Certification 4. Certification for Disclosure of Lobbying Activities 5. Anticipated DBE Participation Statement 6. Bid Opportunity List The Certification Regarding Debarment and Truth-In-Negotiations Certification shall be executed by an officer of the firm, associates or corporation submitting the proposal, and shall be sworn to before a person who is authorized by law to administer oaths. The Certification for Disclosure of Lobbying Activities form shall be submitted by the proposed Prime Consultant and Sub-consultants. If a Standard Form-LL has previously been submitted to a government agency and there has been no material change, a copy of the previous submission is sufficient. Federal Law requires states to maintain a database of all firms that are participating or attempting to participate in DOT-assisted contracts. To assist the Department in this endeavor, Consultants are requested to submit the Bid Opportunity List. The list should include yourself as well as any prospective sub-consultant that you contacted or who has contacted you regarding this project. Any firms that have previously been shown on such a list need not be included. 6B.1 Packet Page -1844- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. C. DBE Participation Statement: The completed DBE Participation Statement provided in Exhibit "C", shall be included even if the Consultant does not intend to utilize a DBE firm. TERMS FOR FEDERAL AID CONTRACTS (APPENDIX I): The following terms apply to all contracts in which the services involve the expenditure of federal fund: A. It is understood and agreed that all rights of the Department relating to inspection, review, approval, patents, copyrights, and audit of the work, tracing, plans specifications, maps data, and coast records relating to this Agreement shall also be reserved and held by authorized representatives of the United States of America. B. It is understood and agreed that, in order to permit federal participation, no supplemental agreement of any nature may be entered into by the parties hereto with regard to the work to be performed hereunder without the approval of U.S.D.O.T., anything to the contrary in this Agreement notwithstanding. . C. COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS: The Consultant shall comply with the regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation relative to nondiscrimination in federally-assisted programs of the U.S. Departmeht of Transportation (Title 49, Code of Federal Regulation, Part 21, hereinafter referred to as the Regulations), which are herein incorporated by reference and made a part of the contract. D. NONDISCRIMINATION: The Consultant, with regard to the work performed by him after award and prior to completion of the contract work, will not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex or national origin in the selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurements of material, and leases of equipment. The consultant will not participate either directly or indirectly in the discrimination prohibited by Section 21.5 of the program set forth in Appendix B of the Regulations. E. SOLICITATIONS FOR SUBCONTRACTS, INCLUDING PROCUREMENT OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT: In all solicitations made by competitive bidding or negotiation made by the Consultant for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment, each potential subcontractor, supplier or lessor shall be notified by a consultant of the consultant's obligations under this contract and the regulations relative to nondiscrimination on the grounds of race, color religion, sex or national origin. F. INFORMATION AND REPORTS: The Consultant will provide all information and reports required by the Regulations, or orders and instructions issued pursuant thereto, and will permit access to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be determined by the Department or U.S. Department of Transportation to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such Regulations, orders and instructions. Where any information required of the Consultant is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish this information, the Consultant shall certify to the Department, or the U.S. Department of Transportation, as appropriate, and shall set forth what efforts it has made to obtain the information. 8B-2 Packet Page -1845- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. G. SANCTIONS OF NONCOMPLIANCE: In the event of the Consultant's noncompliance with the nondiscrimination provisions of this contract, the State of Florida Department of transportation shall impose such contract sanctions as it or the U.S. Department of Transportation may determine to be appropriate, including but not limited to, 1. Withholding of payments to the Consultant under the contract until the consultant complies and/or 2. Cancellation, termination or suspensions of the Contract, in whole or in part. H. INCORPORATION OR PROVISIONS: The Consultant will include the provisions of Paragraph A through H in every subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment unless exempt by the Regulations, order, or instructions issued pursuant thereto. The Consultant will take such action with respect to any subcontract or procurement as the State of Florida Department of Transportation or the U.S. Department of Transportation may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions, including sanctions for noncompliance; provided, however, that, in the event a Consultant becomes involved in, or is threatened with litigation with a subcontractor or supplier as a result of such direction, the Consultant may request the State to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the State, and, in addition, the Consultant may request the United Stated to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the United States. I. INTEREST OF MEMBERS OF CONGRESS: No member of or delegate to the Congress of the United States shall be admitted to any share or part of this contract or to any benefit arising therefrom. J. INTEREST OF PUBLIC OFFICIALS: No member, officer, or employee of the public body or of a local public body during his tenure or for one year thereafter shall be any interest, direct or indirect, in this contract or the proceeds thereof. For purposes of this provision, public body shall include municipalities and other political subdivisions of States, and public corporations, boards, and commissions established under the laws of any State. K. PARTICIPATION BY MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISES: The Consultant shall agree to abide by statements in Paragraph (1) and (2) which follow. These statements shall be included in all subsequent agreements between the Consultant and any sub-consultant or contractor. 1. "Policy: It is he policy of the Department of Transportation that minority business enterprises as defined in 49 CFR Part 23 shall have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts financed in whole or in part with Federal funds under this agreement. Consequently, the MBE requirements of 49 CFR Part 23 apply to this agreement." 2. "MBE OBLIGATION: The recipient or its contractor agrees to ensure that minority business enterprises, ad defined in 49 CFR Part 23, have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts and subcontracts financed in whole or in part with Federal Funds provided under this agreement. In this regard, all recipients or contractors shall take all necessary and reasonable 88-3 Packet Page -1846- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. steps in accordance with 49 CFR Part 23, have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts and subcontracts finance in whole or in part with Federal funds provided under this agreement. In this regard, all recipients or contractors shall take all necessary and reasonable steps in accordance with 49 CFR Part 23 to ensure that minority business enterprises have the maximum opportunity to compete for and perform contracts. Recipients and their contractors shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the award and performance of DOT-assisted contracts." L. It is mutually understood and agreed that the willful falsification, distortion or misrepresentation with respect to any facts related to the project(s) described in this Agreement is a violation of the Federal Law. Accordingly, Unites States Code, Title 18, Section 1020, is herby incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. M. It is understood and agreed that if the Consultant at any time learns that the certification it provided the Department in compliance with CFR, Section 23.51, was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason changed circumstances, the Consultant shall provide immediate written notice to the Department. It is further agreed that the clause titled "Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion - Lower Tier Covered Transaction" as set forth in 49 CFR, Section 29.510, shall be included by the Consultant in all lower tier covered transactions and in all aforementioned federal regulation. N. The Department herby certifies that neither the consultant nor the consultant's representative have been required by the Department, directly or indirectly as an express or implied condition in connection with obtaining or carrying out this contract, to 1. employ or retain, or agree to employ or retain, any firm or person, or 2. pay, or agree to pay, to any firm, person, or organization, any fee, contribution, donation, or consideration of any kind; The Department further acknowledges that this agreement will be furnished to a federal agency, in connection with this contract involving participation of Federal-Aid funds, and is subject to applicable State and Federal Laws, both criminal and civil. O. The Consultant hereby certified that it has not: 1. employed or retained for a commission, percentage, brokerage, contingent fee, or other consideration, any firm or person (other than a bona fide employee working solely for the above contractor) to solicit or secure this contract; 2. agreed, as an express or implied condition for obtaining this contract, to employ or retain the services of any firm or person in connection with carrying out this contract; or 3. paid, or agreed to pay, to any firm, organization or person (other than a bona fide employee working solely for the above contractor) any fee contribution, donation, or consideration of any kind for, or in connection with, procuring or carrying out the contract. 88-4 Packet Page -1847- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. The consultant further acknowledges that this agreement will be furnished to the State of Florida Department of Transportation and a federal agency in connection with this contract involving participation of Federal-Aid funds, and is subject to applicable State and Federal Laws, both criminal and civil. BB-5 Packet Page -1848- 4/12/2011 Item 16.A.13. EXHIBIT C - LAP FORMS REQUIRED FORMS PROVIDED IN SEPARATE ATTACHMENT Consultant Affidavit DBE Participation Statement Certification Regarding Debarment Certification for Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Truth In Negotiations Certification Bid Opportunity List CC-l Packet Page -1849-