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CONTRACT NO. . aq q7/3
ENGINEERING PROPOSAL
SUBMITTED TO CITY OF FORT WORTH
CHECKLIST OF ATTACHMENTS AND EXHIBITS
The Standard Engineering Contract document and Attachment A (General Scope of Services)shall
be provided by the City.No changes are allowed.
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Checklist* This sheet
Contract Standard Engineering Contract document
Attachment A General Scope of Services [�
Supplemental scope of services: (Supplements to Attachment A)
Exhibit A-1* Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Survey(SSES) ❑
Exhibit A-2* Cleaning of Selected Sanitary Sewers ❑
Exhibit A-3* Design Services:Manhole Rehabilitation ❑
Exhibit A-4* Design Services:Pipeline Rehabilitation ❑
Exhibit A-5* Design Services:Relief Sewers ❑
Exhibit A-6* Design Services:Water and/or Sanitary Sewer Improvements ❑
Exhibit A-7* Design Services:Paving and/or Drainage Improvements ❑
Exhibit A-8* Design Services: Storm Drain Channel Improvements ❑
Exhibit A-9 Supplemental Scope of Services
Exhibit A-10 LTI'A Scope of Services
Attachment B Compensation and Payment Schedule(hourly or lump sum) ❑
(Supplements to Attachment B)
Exhibit B-1 Method of Payment&Progress Reporting requirements ,❑
Exhibit B-2 Hourly Rate Schedules L� j
Exhibit B-3 Summary of total Project fees ❑/�
Exhibit B-4 Listing of hours for each activity for different levels of the design work.
Exhibit B-5 Opinion of Probable Construction Cost E❑
Attachment C Changes and Amendments to Std.Agreement and Attachment A Ltd
Attachment D Project Schedule bar graph and table of target dates(projected and actual) ❑
Attachment E Location Maps ❑
These attachments and exhibits shall be part of the Engineering Contract.
Standard forms for all items marked with an asterisk(*)may be collected from the Department of Engineering.
Sample forms for all other items are also available.
The Engineer shall be responsible for preparing all exhibits to Attachment A, and all other Attachments and
Exhibits thereof aside from the standard engineering contract and attachment A.
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Article IV
Obligations of the Engineer
Amendments to Article IV, if any, are included in Attachment C.
A. General
The ENGINEER will serve as the CITY's professional engineering representative
under this Agreement, providing professional engineering consultation and advice
and furnishing customary services incidental thereto.
B. Standard of Care
The standard of care applicable to the ENGINEER's services will be the degree of
skill and diligence normally employed in the State of Texas by professional
engineers or consultants performing the same or similar services at the time such
services are performed.
C. Subsurface Investigations
(1) The ENGINEER shall advise the CITY with regard to the necessity for
subcontract work such as special surveys, tests, test .borings, or other
subsurface investigations in connection with design and engineering work
to be performed hereunder. The ENGINEER shall also advise the CITY
concerning the results of same. The CITY shall furnish such surveys,
tests, and investigations, unless otherwise specified in Attachment A.
(2) In soils, foundation, groundwater, and other subsurface investigations, the
actual characteristics may vary significantly between successive test points
and sample intervals and at locations other than where observations,
exploration, and investigations have been made. Because of the inherent
uncertainties in subsurface evaluations, changed or unanticipated
underground conditions may occur that could affect the total PROJECT
cost and/or execution. These conditions and cost/execution effects are not
the responsibility of the ENGINEER.
D. Preparation of Engineering Drawings
The ENGINEER will provide to the CITY the original drawings of all plans in ink on
reproducible plastic film sheets, or as otherwise approved by CITY, which shall
become the property of the CITY. CITY may use such drawings in any manner it
desires; provided, however, that the ENGINEER shall not be liable for the use of
such drawings for any project other than the PROJECT described herein.
E. Engineer's Personnel at Construction Site
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(1) The presence or duties of the ENGINEER's pejrsonnel at a constru ion
site, whether as on-site representatives or otherwise, do not make the
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ENGINEER or its personnel in any way responsible for those duties that
belong to the CITY and/or the CITY's construction contractors or other
entities, and do not relieve the construction contractors or any other entity
of their obligations, duties, and responsibilities, including, but not limited to,
all construction methods, means, techniques, sequences, and procedures
necessary for coordinating and completing all portions of the construction
work in accordance with the Contract Documents and any health or safety
precautions required by such construction work. The ENGINEER and its
personnel have no authority to exercise any control over any construction
contractor or other entity or their employees in connection with their work or
any health or safety precautions.
(2) Except to the extent of specific site visits expressly detailed and set forth in
Attachment A, the ENGINEER or its personnel shall have no obligation or
responsibility to visit the construction site to become familiar with the
progress or quality of the completed work on the PROJECT or to
determine, in general, if the work on the PROJECT is being performed in a
manner indicating that the PROJECT, when completed, will be in
accordance with the Contract Documents, nor shall anything in the
Contract Documents or the agreement between CITY and ENGINEER be
construed as requiring ENGINEER to make exhaustive or continuous on-
site inspections to discover latent defects in the work or otherwise check
the quality or quantity of the work on the PROJECT. If, for any reason, the
ENGINEER should make an on-site observation(s), on the basis of such
on-site observations, if any, the ENGINEER shall endeavor to keep the
CITY informed of any deviation from the Contract Documents coming to
the actual notice of ENGINEER regarding the PROJECT.
(3) When professional certification of performance or characteristics of
materials, systems or equipment is reasonably required to perform the
services set forth in the Scope of Services, the ENGINEER shall be entitled
to rely upon such certification to establish materials, systems or equipment
and performance criteria to be required in the Contract Documents.
F. Opinions of Probable Cost, Financial Considerations, and Schedules
(1) The ENGINEER shall provide opinions of probable costs based on the
current available information at the time of preparation, in accordance with
Attachment A.
(2) In providing opinions of cost, financial analyses, economic feasibility
projections, and schedules for the PROJECT, the ENGINEER has no
control over cost or price of labor and materials; unknown or latent
conditions of existing equipment or structures that may affect operation or
maintenance costs; competitive bidding procedures and market conditions;
time or qualify of performance by third parties; quality, type, management,
or direction of operating personnel; and other economic and operational
factors that may materially affect the ultimate PROJECT cost or schedule.
Therefore, the ENGINEER makes no warranty that the CITY's actual
PROJECT costs, financial aspects, economic feasibility, or schedules will
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not vary from the ENGINEER's opinions, analyses, projections, or
estimates.
G. Construction Progress Payments
Recommendations by the ENGINEER to the CITY for periodic construction
progress payments to the construction contractor will be based on the
ENGINEER's knowledge, information, and belief from selective sampling and
observation that the work has progressed to the point indicated. Such
recommendations do not represent that continuous or detailed examinations have
been made by the ENGINEER to ascertain that the construction contractor has
completed the work in exact accordance with the Contract Documents; that the
final*work will be acceptable in all respects; that the ENGINEER has made an
examination to ascertain how or for what purpose the construction contractor has
used the moneys paid; that title to any of the work, materials, or equipment has
passed to the CITY free and clear of liens, claims, security interests, or
encumbrances; or that there are not other matters at issue between the CITY and
the construction contractor that affect the amount that should be paid.
H. Record Drawings
Record drawings, if required, will be prepared, in part, on the basis of information
compiled and furnished by others, and may not always represent the exact
location, type of various components, or exact manner in which the PROJECT was
finally constructed. The ENGINEER is not responsible for any errors or omissions
in the information from others that is incorporated into the record drawings.
I. Minority and Woman Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation
In accord with City of Fort Worth Ordinance No. 11923, as amended by Ordinance
13471, the City has goals for the participation of minority business enterprises and
woman business enterprises in City contracts. Engineer acknowledges the M/WBE
goal established for this contract and its commitment to meet that goal. Any
misrepresentation of facts (other than a negligent misrepresentation) and/or the
commission of fraud by the Engineer may result in the termination of this
agreement and debarment from participating in City contracts for a period of time
of not less than three (3)years.
J. Right to Audit
(1) ENGINEER agrees that the CITY shall, until the expiration of three (3)
years after final payment under this contract, have access to and the right
to examine and photocopy any directly pertinent books, documents, papers
and records of the ENGINEER involving transactions relating to this
contract. ENGINEER agrees that the CITY shall have access during
normal working hours to all necessary ENGINEER facilities and shall be
provided adequate and appropriate workspace in order to conduct audits in
compliance with the provisions of this section. The CITY shall give
ENGINEER reasonable advance notice of intended audits.
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(2) ENGINEER further agrees to include in all its subconsultant agreements
hereunder a provision to the effect that the subconsultant agrees that the
CITY shall, until the expiration of three (3) years after final payment under
the subcontract, have access to and the right to examine and photocopy
any directly pertinent books, documents, papers and records of such
subconsultant, involving transactions to the subcontract, and further, that
the CITY shall have access during normal working hours to all
subconsultant facilities, and shall be provided adequate and appropriate
work space, in order to conduct audits in compliance with the provisions of
this article together with subsection (3)hereof. CITY shall give
subconsultant reasonable advance notice of intended audits.
(3) ENGINEER-and subconsultant agree to photo copy such documents as
may be requested by the CITY. The CITY agrees to reimburse
ENGINEER for the cost of copies at the rate published in the Texas
Administrative Code in effect as of the time copying is performed.
K. ENGINEER's Insurance
(1) Insurance coverage and limits:
ENGINEER shall provide to the City certificate(s) of insurance documenting
policies of the following coverage at minimum limits that are to be in effect prior to
commencement of work on the PROJECT:
Commercial General Liability
$1,000,000 each occurrence
$1,000,000 aggregate
Automobile Liability
$1,000,000 each accident (or reasonably equivalent limits of coverage if written on
a split limits basis). Coverage shall be on any vehicle used in the course of the
PROJECT.
Worker's Compensation
Coverage A: statutory limits
Coverage B: $100,000 each accident
$500,000 disease- policy limit
$100,000 disease -each employee
Professional Liability
$1,000,000 each claim
$2,000,000 aggregate
The retroactive date shall be coincident with or prior to the date of the contractual
agreement and the certificate of insurance shall state that the coverage is claims-
made and the retroactive date. The insurance coverage shall be maintained for the
duration of the contractual agreement and five (5) years following completion of the
service provided under the contractual agreement. An annual certificate of
insurance submitted to the City shall evidence such insurance coverage.
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(2) Certificates of insurance evidencing that the ENGINEER has obtained all
required insurance shall be delivered to the CITY prior to ENGINEER
proceeding with the PROJECT.
(a) Applicable policies shall be endorsed to name the CITY an
Additional Insured thereon, as its interests may appear. The term
CITY shall include its employees, officers, officials, agents, and
volunteers as respects the contracted services.
(b) Certificate(s) of insurance shall document that insurance coverages
specified according to items section K.(1) and K.(2) of this
agreement are provided under applicable policies documented
thereon.
(c) Any failure on part of the CITY to request required insurance
documentation shall not constitute a waiver of the insurance
requirements.
(d) A minimum of thirty (30) days notice of cancellation, non-renewal or
material change in coverage shall be provided to the CITY. A ten
(10) days notice shall be acceptable in the event of non-payment of
premium. Such terms shall be endorsed onto ENGINEER's
insurance policies. Notice shall be sent to the respective
Department Director (by name), City of Fort Worth, 1000
Throckmorton, Fort Worth, Texas 76102.
(e) The insurers for all policies must be licensed/approved to do
business in the State of Texas. Except for worker's compensation,
all insurers must have a minimum rating of A: VII in the current A.M.
Best Key Rating Guide or have reasonably equivalent financial
strength and solvency to the satisfaction of Risk Management.
(f) Deductible limits, or self-insured retentions, affecting insurance
required herein may be acceptable to the CITY at its sole discretion;
and, in lieu of traditional insurance, any alternative coverage
maintained through insurance pools or risk retention groups must
be also approved. Dedicated financial resources or letters of credit
may also be acceptable to the City.
(g) Applicable policies shall each be endorsed with a waiver of
subrogation in favor of the CITY as respects the PROJECT.
(h) The City shall be entitled, upon its request and without incurring
expense, to review the ENGINEER's insurance policies including
endorsements thereto and, at the CITY's discretion, the ENGINEER
may be required to provide proof of insurance premium payments.
(i) The Commercial General Liability insurance policy shall have no
exclusions by endorsements unless such are approved by the
CITY.
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(j) The Professional Liability insurance policy, if written on a claims
made basis shall be maintained by the ENGINEER for a minimum
five (5) year period subsequent to the term of the respective
PROJECT contract with the CITY unless such coverage is provided
the ENGINEER on an occurrence basis.
(k) The CITY shall not be responsible for the direct payment of any
insurance premiums required by this agreement. It is understood
that insurance cost is an allowable component of ENGINEER's
overhead.
(1) All insurance required in section K., except for the Professional
Liability insurance policy, shall be written on an occurrence basis in
order to be approved by the CITY.
(m) Subconsultants to the ENGINEER shall be required by the
ENGINEER to maintain the same or reasonably equivalent
insurance coverage as required for the ENGINEER. When
subconsultants maintain insurance coverage, ENGINEER shall
provide CITY with documentation thereof on a certificate of
insurance. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained
herein, in the event a subconsultant's insurance coverage is
canceled or terminated, such cancellation or termination shall not
constitute a breach by ENGINEER of the Agreement.
L. Independent Consultant
The ENGINEER agrees to perform all services as an independent consultant and
not as a subcontractor, agent, or employee of the CITY.
M. Disclosure
The ENGINEER acknowledges to the CITY that it has made full disclosure in
writing of any existing conflicts of interest or potential conflicts of interest, including
personal financial interest, direct or indirect, in property abutting the proposed
PROJECT and business relationships with abutting property cities. The
ENGINEER further acknowledges that it will make disclosure in writing of any
conflicts of interest which develop subsequent to the signing of this contract and
prior to final payment under the contract.
N. Asbestos or Hazardous Substances
(1) If asbestos or hazardous substances in any form are encountered or
suspected, the ENGINEER will stop its own work in the affected portions of
the PROJECT to permit testing and evaluation.
(2) If asbestos or other hazardous substances are suspected, the ENGINEER
will, if requested, assist the CITY in obtaining the services of a qualified
subcontractor to manage the remediation activities of the PROJECT.
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O. Permitting Authorities - Design Changes
If permitting authorities require design changes so as to comply with published
design criteria and/or current engineering practice standards which the ENGINEER
should have been aware of at the time this Agreement was executed, the
ENGINEER shall revise plans and specifications, as required, at its own cost and
expense. However, if design changes are required due to the changes in the
permitting authorities' published design criteria and/or practice standards criteria
which are published after the date of this Agreement which the ENGINEER could
not have been reasonably aware of, the ENGINEER shall notify the CITY of such
changes and an adjustment in compensation will be made through an amendment
to this AGREEMENT.
Article V
Obligations of the City
Amendments to Article V, if any, are included in Attachment C.
A. City-Furnished Data
The CITY will make available to the ENGINEER all technical data in the CITY's
possession relating to the ENGINEER's services on the PROJECT. The
ENGINEER may rely upon the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of the
information provided by the CITY.
B. Access to Facilities and Property
The CITY will make its facilities accessible to the ENGINEER as required for the
ENGINEER's performance of its services and will provide labor and safety
equipment as required by the ENGINEER for such access. The CITY will perform,
at no cost to the ENGINEER, such tests of equipment, machinery, pipelines, and
other components of the CITY's facilities as may be required in connection with the
ENGINEER's services. The CITY will be responsible for all acts of the CITY's
personnel.
C. Advertisements, Permits, and Access
Unless otherwise agreed to in the Scope of Services, the CITY will obtain, arrange,
and pay for all advertisements for bids; permits and licenses required by local,
state, or federal authorities; and land, easements, rights-of-way, and access
necessary for the ENGINEER's services or PROJECT construction.
D. Timely Review
The CITY will examine the ENGINEER's studies, reports, sketches, drawings,
specifications, proposals, and other documents; obtain advice of an attorney,
insurance counselor, accountant, auditor, bond and financial advisors, and other
consultants as the CITY deems appropriate; and render in writing decisions
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required by the CITY in a timely manner in accordance with the project schedule in
Attachment D.
E. Prompt Notice
The CITY will give prompt written notice to the ENGINEER whenever CITY
observes or becomes aware of any development that affects the scope or timing of
the ENGINEER' services or of any defect in the work of the ENGINEER or
construction contractors.
F. Asbestos or Hazardous Substances and Indemnification
(1) To the maximum extent permitted by law, the CITY will indemnify and
release ENGINEER and its officers, employees, and subcontractors from
all claims, damages, losses, and costs, including, but not limited to,
attorney's fees and litigation expenses arising out of or relating to the
presence, discharge, release, or escape of hazardous substances,
contaminants, or asbestos on or from the PROJECT. Nothing contained
herein shall be construed to require the CITY to levy, assess or collect any
tax to fund this indemnification.
(2) The indemnification and release required above shall not apply in the event
the discharge, release or escape of hazardous substances, contaminants,
or asbestos is a result of ENGINEER'S negligence or if such hazardous
substance, contaminant or asbestos is brought onto the PROJECT by
ENGINEER.
G. Contractor Indemnification and Claims
The CITY agrees to include in all construction contracts the provisions of Article
IV.E. regarding the ENGINEER's Personnel at Construction Site, and provisions
providing contractor indemnification of the CITY and the ENGINEER for
contractor's negligence.
H. Contractor Claims and Third-Party Beneficiaries
(1) The CITY agrees to include the following clause in all contracts with
construction contractors and equipment or materials suppliers:
"Contractors, subcontractors and equipment and materials
suppliers on the PROJECT, or their sureties, shall maintain no
direct action against the ENGINEER, its officers, employees, and
subcontractors, for any claim arising out of, in connection with, or
resulting from the engineering services performed. Only the CITY
will be the beneficiary of any undertaking by the ENGINEER."
(2) This AGREEMENT gives no rights or benefits to anyone other than the
CITY and the ENGINEER and there are no third-party beneficiaries.
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(3) The CITY will include in each agreement it enters into with any other entity
or person regarding the PROJECT a provision that such entity or person
shall have no third-party beneficiary rights under this Agreement.
(4) Nothing contained in this section V.H. shall be construed as a waiver of any
right the CITY has to bring a claim against ENGINEER.
I. CITY's Insurance
(1) The CITY may maintain property insurance on certain pre-existing
structures associated with the PROJECT.
(2) The CITY will ensure that Builders Risk/installation insurance is maintained
at the replacement cost value of the PROJECT. The CITY may provide
ENGINEER a copy of the policy or documentation of such on a certificate
of insurance.
(3) The CITY will specify that the Builders Risk/Installation insurance shall be
comprehensive in coverage appropriate to the PROJECT risks.
J. Litigation Assistance
The Scope of Services does not include costs of the ENGINEER for required or
requested assistance to support, prepare, document, bring, defend, or assist in
litigation undertaken or defended by the CITY. In the event CITY requests such
services of the ENGINEER, this AGREEMENT shall be amended or a separate
agreement will be negotiated between the parties.
K. Changes
The CITY may make or approve changes within the general Scope of Services in
this AGREEMENT. If such changes affect the ENGINEER's cost of or time
required for performance of the services, an equitable adjustment will be made
through an amendment to this AGREEMENT with appropriate CITY approval.
Article VI
General Legal Provisions
Amendments to Article VI, if any, are included in Attachment C.
A. Authorization to Proceed
ENGINEER shall be authorized to proceed with this AGREEMENT upon receipt of
a written Notice to Proceed from the CITY.
B. Reuse of Project Documents
All designs, drawings, specifications, documents, and other work products of the
ENGINEER, whether in hard copy or in electronic form, are instruments of service
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for this PROJECT, whether the PROJECT is completed or not. Reuse, change, or
alteration by the CITY or by others acting through or on behalf of the CITY of any
such instruments of service without the written permission of the ENGINEER will
be at the CITY's sole risk. The final designs, drawings, specifications and
documents shall be owned by the CITY.
C. Force Majeure
The ENGINEER is not responsible for damages or delay in performance caused
by acts of God, strikes, lockouts, accidents, or other events beyond the control of
the ENGINEER.
D. Termination
(1) This AGREEMENT may be terminated only by the City for convenience on
30 days' written notice. This AGREEMENT may be terminated by either the
CITY or the ENGINEER for cause if either party fails substantially to
perform through no fault of the other and does not commence correction of
such nonperformance with five (5) days of written notice and diligently
complete the correction thereafter.
(2) If this AGREEMENT is terminated for the convenience of the City, the
ENGINEER will be paid for termination expenses as follows:
a) Cost of reproduction of partial or complete studies, plans,
specifications or other forms of ENGINEER'S work product;
b) Out-of-pocket expenses for purchasing storage containers,
microfilm, electronic data files, and other data storage supplies or
services;
C) The time requirements for the ENGINEER'S personnel to document
the work underway at the time the CITY'S termination for
convenience so that the work effort is suitable for long time storage.
(3) Prior to proceeding with termination services, the ENGINEER will submit to
the CITY an itemized statement of all termination expenses. The CITY'S
approval will be obtained in writing prior to proceeding with termination
services.
E. Suspension, Delay, or Interruption to Work
The CITY may suspend, delay, or interrupt the services of the ENGINEER for the
convenience of the CITY. In the event of such suspension, delay, or interruption,
an equitable adjustment in the PROJECT's schedule, commitment and cost of the
ENGINEER's personnel and subcontractors, and ENGINEER's compensation will
be made.
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F. Indemnification
(1) The ENGINEER agrees to indemnify and defend the CITY from any loss,
cost, or expense claimed by third parties for property damage and bodily
injury, including death, caused solely by the negligence or willful
misconduct of the ENGINEER, its employees, officers, and subcontractors
in connection with the PROJECT.
(2) If the negligence or willful misconduct of both the ENGINEER and the CITY
(or a person identified above for whom each is liable) is a cause of such
damage or injury, the loss, cost, or expense shall be shared between the
ENGINEER and the CITY in proportion to their relative degrees of
negligence or willful misconduct as'determined pursuant to T.C.P. & R.
Code, section 33.011(4) (Vernon Supplement 1996).
G. Assignment
Neither party will assign all or any part of this AGREEMENT without the prior
written consent of the other party.
H. Interpretation
Limitations on liability and indemnities in this AGREEMENT are business
understandings between the parties and shall apply to all the different theories of
recovery, including breach of contract or warranty, tort including negligence, strict
or statutory liability, or any other cause of action, except for willful misconduct or
gross negligence for limitations of liability and sole negligence for indemnification.
The term "Parties" mean the CITY and the ENGINEER, and their officers,
employees, agents, and subcontractors.
I. Jurisdiction
The law of the State of Texas shall govern the validity of this AGREEMENT, its
interpretation and performance, and any other claims related to it. The venue for
any litigation related to this AGREEMENT shall be Tarrant County, Texas.
J. Alternate Dispute Resolution
(1) All claims, disputes, and other matters in question between the CITY and
ENGINEER arising out of, or in connection with this Agreement or the
PROJECT, or any breach of any obligation or duty of CITY or ENGINEER
hereunder, will be submitted to mediation. If mediation is unsuccessful, the
claim, dispute or other matter in question shall be submitted to arbitration if
both parties acting reasonably agree that the amount of the dispute is likely
to be less than $50,000, exclusive of attorney's fees, costs and expenses.
Arbitration shall be in accordance with the Construction Industry Arbitration
Rules of the American Arbitration Association or other applicable rules of
the Association then in effect. Any award rendered by the arbitrators less
than $50,000, exclusive of attomey's fees, costs and expenses, wifl be
final,judgment may be entered thereon in any court having Jurisdiction Wo
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will not be subject to appeal or modification except to the extent permitted
by Sections 10 and 11 of the Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. Sections 10
and 11).
(2) Any award greater than $50,000, exclusive of attorney's fees, costs and
expenses, may be litigated by either party on a de novo basis. The award
shall become final ninety (90) days from the date same is issued. If
litigation is filed by either party within said ninety (90) day period, the award
shall become null and void and shall not be used by either party for any
purpose in the litigation.
K. Severability and Survival
If any of the provisions contained in this AGREEMENT are held for any reason to
be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality, or
unenforceability will not affect any other provision, and this AGREEMENT shall be
construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision had never been
contained herein. Articles V.F., VI.B., VI.D., VI.H., VI.I., and VI.J. shall survive
termination of this AGREEMENT for any cause.
L. Observe and Comply
ENGINEER shall at all times observe and comply with all federal and State laws
and regulations and with all City ordinances and regulations which in any way
affect this AGREEMENT and the work hereunder, and shall observe and comply
with all orders, laws ordinances and regulations which may exist or may be
enacted later by governing bodies having jurisdiction or authority for such
enactment. No plea of misunderstanding or ignorance thereof shall be considered.
ENGINEER agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless CITY and all of its
officers, agents and employees from and against all claims or liability arising out of
the violation of any such order, law, ordinance, or regulation, whether it be by itself
or its employees.
M. Negotiated Agreement.
The parties acknowledge that each party and its counsel have reviewed
and revised this Agreement and that the normal rules of construction to
the effect that any ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party
shall not be employed in the interpretation of this Agreement or exhibits
hereto.
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Article VII
Attachments, Schedules, and Signatures
This AGREEMENT, including its attachments and schedules, constitutes the entire
AGREEMENT, supersedes all prior written or oral understandings, and may only be changed by a
written amendment executed by both parties. The following attachments and schedules are
hereby made a part of this AGREEMENT:
Attachment A - Scope of Services
Attachment B - Compensation
Attachment C - Amendments to Standard Agreement for Engineering Services
Attachment D - Project Schedule
Attachment E—Location Map
ATTEST: CITY ORT WORTVJ
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By.
SYIV6 Glover Marc A. Ott V
Acting City Secretary Assistant City Manager
cr APPROVAL RECOMMENDED
Contract Authoriaatioa
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date/Fisseler,
Director, Water Department
APPROVED AS TO FORM '
AND LEGALITY
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc.
ENGINEER
By.
Assistant City Attorney Raf el Orte , P.E.
Vice ' ent
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ATTACHMENT"A"
General Scope of Services
"Scope of Services set forth herein can only be modified by additions, clarifications, and/or
deletions set forth in the supplemental Scope of Services. In cases of conflict between the
Supplemental Scope of Services and the General Scope of Services, the Supplemental Scope of
Services shall have precedence over the General Scope of Services."
GENERA
1) Preliminary Conference with City
The Engineer shall attend preliminary conferences with authorized representatives of the
City regarding the scope of project so that the plans and specifications which are to be
developed hereunder by the Engineer will result in providing facilities which are
economical in design and conform to the City's requirements and budgetary constraints.
2) Coordination with Outside Agencies/Public Entities
The Engineer shall coordinate with officials of other outside agencies as may be
necessary for the design of the proposed street, and storm drain and/or water and
wastewater facilities/improvements. It shall be the Engineer's duty hereunder to secure
necessary information from such outside agencies, to meet their requirements.
3) Geotechnical Investigations
The Engineer shall advise the City of test borings, and other subsurface investigations that
may be needed. In the event it is determined necessary to make borings or excavate test
holes or pits, the Engineer shall in coordination with the City and the City's geotechnical
engineering consultant, draw up specifications for such testing program. The cost of the
borings or excavations shall be paid for by the City.
4) Agreements and Permits
The Engineer shall complete all forms/applications to allow the City of Fort Worth to obtain
any and all agreements and/or permits normally required for a project of this size and type.
The Engineer will be responsible for negotiating and coordinating to obtain approval of the
agency issuing the agreement and/or permits and will make any revisions necessary to
bring the plans into compliance with the requirements of said agency, including but not
limited to highways, railroads, water authorities, Corps of Engineers and other utilities.
5) Design Changes Relating to Permitting Authorities
If permitting authorities require design changes, the Engineer shall revise the plans and
specifications as required at the Engineers own cost and expense, unless such changes
are required due to changes in the design of the facilities made by the permitting authority.
If such changes are required, the Engineer shall notify the City and an amen-ment to the
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contract shall be made if the Engineer incurs additional cost. If there are unavoidable
delays, a mutually agreeable and reasonable time extension shall be negotiated.
6) Plan Submittal
Copies of the original plans shall be provided on reproducible mylar or approved plastic
film sheets, or as otherwise approved by the Department of Engineering and shall become
the property of the City. City may use such drawings in any manner it desires; provided,
however that the Engineer shall not be liable for the use of such drawings for any project
other than the project described herein; and further provided, that the Engineer shall not
be liable for the consequences of any changes that are made to the drawings or changes
that are made in the implementation of the drawings without the written approval of the
Engineer.
PHASE 1
7) Right-of-Way, Easement and Land Acquisition Needs
The Engineer shall determine the rights-of-way, easement needs for the construction of
the project. Engineer shall determine ownership of such land and furnish the City with the
necessary right-of-way sketches, prepare necessary easement descriptions for acquiring
the rights-of-way and/or easements for the construction of this project. Sketches and
easement descriptions are to be presented in form suitable for direct use by the
Department of Engineering in obtaining rights-of-way, easements, permits and licensing
agreements. All materials shall be furnished on the appropriate City forms in a minimum of
four(4) copies each.
8) Design Survey
The Engineer shall provide necessary field survey for use in the preparation of Plans and
Specifications. The Engineer shall furnish the City certified copies of the field data.
9) Utility Coordination
The Engineer shall coordinate with all utilities, including utilities owned by the City, as to
any proposed utility liens or adjustment to existing utility lines within the project limits. The
information obtained shall be shown on the conceptual plans. The Engineer shall show on
the preliminary and final plans the location of the proposed utility lines, existing utility lines,
based on the information provided by the utility, and any adjustments and/or relocation of
the existing lines within the project limits. The Engineer shall also evaluate the phasing of
the water, wastewater, street and drainage work, and shall submit such evaluation in
writing to the City as part of this phase of the project.
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10) Conceptual Plans
The Engineer shall furnish four (4) copies of the Phase 1 concept engineering plans which
include layouts, preliminary right-of-way needs and preliminary estimates of probable
construction costs for the Engineer's recommended plan. For all submittals, the Engineer
shall submit plans and documents for street/storm drain and water/wastewater facilities.
The Engineer shall receive written approval of the Phase 1 Plans from the City's project
manager before proceeding with Phase 2.
PHASE 2
11) Design Data
The Engineer shall provide design data, reports, cross-sections, profiles, drainage
calculations, and preliminary estimates of probable construction cost.
12) Preliminary Construction Plans and Technical Specifications
The Engineer shall submit twenty (20) copies of Phase 2 preliminary construction plans
and five (5) copies of the preliminary technical specifications for review by the City and for
submission to utility companies and other agencies for the purposes of coordinating work
with existing and proposed utilities. The preliminary construction plans shall indicate
location of existing/proposed utilities and storm drain lines. The Engineer shall receive
written approval of the Phase 2 plans from the City's project manager before proceeding
with Phase 3.
PHASE 3
13) Final Construction Plans
The Engineer shall furnish five (5) copies of the final construction plans and contract
specifications for review by the City.
14) Detailed Cost Estimate
The Engineer shall furnish four (4) copies of detailed estimates of probable construction
costs for the authorized construction project, which shall include summaries of bid items
and quantities.
15) Plans and Specification Approval
The Engineer shall furnish an original cover mylar for the signatures of authorized City
officials. The Contract Documents shall comply with applicable local, state and federal
laws and with applicable rules and regulations promulgated by local, state and national
boards, bureaus and agencies. The Engineer shall receive written approval of the Phase 3
plans from the City's project manager before proceeding with Phase 4.
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PHASE 4
16) Final Approved Construction Plans
The Engineer shall furnish 45 bound copies of Phase 4 final approved construction plans
and contract specifications. The approved plans and contract specifications shall be used
as authorized by the City for use in obtaining bids, awarding contracts, and constructing
the project.
17) Bidding Assistance
The Engineer shall issue addenda as appropriate to interpret, clarify, or expand the
bidding documents, and assist the owner in determining the qualifications and
acceptability of prospective constructors, subcontractors, and suppliers. When substitution
prior to the award of contracts is allowed by the bidding documents, the Engineer will
advise the owner as to the acceptability of alternate materials and equipment proposed by
the prospective constructors.
18) Recommendation of Award
The Engineer shall assist in the tabulation and review of all bids received for the
construction of the project and shall make a recommendation of award to the City.
19) Prebid Conference
The Engineer shall attend the prebid conference and the bid opening, prepare bid
tabulation sheets and provide assistance to the owner in evaluating bids or proposals and
in assembling and awarding contracts for construction, materials, equipment, and
services.
PHASE 5
20) Preconstruction Conference
The Engineer shall attend the preconstruction conference.
21) Construction Survey
The Engineer shall be available to the City on matters concerning the layout of the project
during its construction and will set control points in the field to allow City survey crews to
stake the project. The setting of line and grade stakes and route inspection of construction
will be performed by the City.
22) Site Visits
The Engineer shall visit the project site at appropriate intervals as construction proceeds to
observe and report on the progress and the quality of the executed work.
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23) Shop Drawing Review
The Engineer shall review shop and erection drawings submitted by the contractor for
compliance with design concepts. The Engineer shall review laboratory, shop, and mill test
reports on materials and equipment.
24) Instructions to Contractor
The Engineer shall provide necessary interpretations and clarifications of contract
documents, review change orders and make recommendations as to the acceptability of
the work, at the request of the City.
25) Differing Site Conditions
The Engineer shall prepare sketches required to resolve problems due to actual field
conditions encountered.
26) Record Drawings
The Engineer shall prepare record drawings from information submitted by the contractor.
EXHIBIT"A-9"
SUPPLEMENTAL SCOPE OF SERVICES
(SUPPLEMENT TO ATTACHMENT"A")
CITY OF FORT WORTH STANDARD SPECIFICATION UPDATE AND
PRODUCT APPROVAL COMMITTEE TECHNICAL SUPPORT
CITY OF FORT WORTH STANDARD SPECIFICATION UPDATE AND PRODUCT APPROVAL
COMMITTEE TECHNICAL SUPPORT
The following is a clarification of the tasks that the ENGINEER will perform under ATTACHMENT
"A." Work under this attachment includes updating various City Standard Material and
Construction Specifications and providing technical support for the City of Fort Worth's Product
Approval Committee.
Task 1.0 - City of Fort Worth Standard Specification Update-
A. Paragraphs 3 through 5, and 7 through 25 of Attachment A "General Scope of Services" are
to be deleted.
B. Paragraph 6 of Attachment A "General Scope of Services" is to be modified to the following:
"6) Standard Specification Submittal
Electronic files of the Standard Specifications shall be provided, or as otherwise
approved by the Department of Engineering and shall become the property of the
City. City may use such Standard Specifications in any manner it desires; provided,
however, that the ENGINEER shall not be liable for the use of such Standard
Specifications for any specific project. Design Engineer of future projects must
evaluate the updated Standard Specifications and include them in projects, as they
deem necessary. And further provided, that the Engineer shall not be liable for the
consequences of any changes that are made to the Standard Specifications or
changes that are made in the implementation of the Standard Specifications
without the written approval of the Engineer."
C. Add the following Scope of Services:
"The Specifications to be updated include the following sections:
• Tap Saddles, Joint Leak Clamps and Couplings- Detailed Specifications
• Service Tap Saddles- Water Field Operations
• Bell Joint Leak Clamps- Water Field Operations
• Cast Repair Coupling Sleeves/ Parts, Steel Transition Repair Couplings, Sleeves and
Telescopic Transition Sleeves-Water Field Operations
• Stainless Steel Full Circle Clamp Couplings
The Standard Specification update effort will comprise of reviewing the City's approved
products list, and discussing with City Operations staff repair history and other issues with
the products. Based on this effort, appropriate modifications will be made the Standard
Specifications incorporating appropriate references to technical standards.
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In addition, ENGINEER will review the existing specifications for consistency and
recommend necessary revisions."
Task 2.0 - City of Fort Worth Product Approval Committee Technical Support,
A. Paragraphs 3 through 25 of Attachment A "General Scope of Services" are to be
deleted.
B. Add the following Scope of Services:
"ENGINEER will provide technical support for the City's Product Approval Committee. This
will include attending Committee meetings and product presentations, contacting references
and conducting interviews to evaluate the product's reputation, performing detailed reviews
of product submittals, and providing review comments and draft recommendation letters.
Product submittal reviews will include identification of unique product characteristics,
evaluation of cost and maintenance issues, and verification of compliance with applicable
City Specifications, AWWA, and ASTM standards. These tasks will only be performed
when ENGINEER is requested by the City to perform such services.
ENGINEER will also utilize UT Arlington (UTA) for testing of a flowable fill for use in
repairing utilities and create a specification for flowable fill. See EXHIBIT "A-10"for UTA's
Scope of Services."
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EXHIBIT"A-10"
UTA'S SCOPE OF SERVICES
(SUPPLEMENT TO ATTACHMENT "A")
CITY OF FORT WORTH STANDARD SPECIFICATION UPDATE AND
PRODUCT APPROVAL COMMITTEE TECHNICAL SUPPORT
The following 14 pages constitute Exhibit A— 10.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
OFFICE OF RESEARCH
November 18,2003
City of Fort Worth
Attn: Mr.James Scanlan, P.E.
Water Department Administration
1000 Throckmorton Street
Fort Worth,TX 76102
SUBJECT: Proposal,Experimental Studies on Flowable Fill and Flowable Fill Base Materials
Dear Mr. Scanlan:
The University of Texas at Arlington is pleased to submit an original and four copies of the
following proposal:
TITLE: Experimental Studies on Flowable Fill and Flowable Fill
Base Materials
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: Dr.Anand J.Puppala
AMOUNT REQUESTED: $50,742
PROJECT PERIOD: October 1,2003,to September 30,2004
If you require additional information or assistance in finalizing the award,please contact Judy
Kaitala,Grant and Contract Specialist, in the Office of Research at area code (817)272-3656 or via
email at jkaitala@uta.edu.
S' ly, / 1
Mananne R. Woods, Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President for Research and
Director,Office of Research
Enclosure
cc: Dr.Anand J. Puppalar�j
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EXPERIMENTAL STUDIES ON FLOWABLE FILL
AND FLOWABLE FILL BASE MATERIALS
RESEARCH PROPOSAL
Submitted by
Anand J.Pnppala,PhD,PE
Associate Professor
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Syed R. Qasim,PhD,PE
Professor
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
The University of Texas at Arlin-.o n
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PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION
Project Description
Introduction
The conventional b ackfilling i n s hort trenches a nd 1 ong excavations g enerally i nvolves
the placement of aggregate material in small lifts with appropriate compaction effort. This
process is labor intensive, time consuming and may result in poor compaction efforts due to
restricted trench dimensions in urban environments. Poorly constructed backfills often results in
excessive settlement of the road surface, which may induce unacceptable stresses on buried
utilities and structures. This typically results in distress to pavements and utility lines.
Maintenance of these distressed structures is expensive, time consuming and can create traffic
congestion problems. Flowable backfills or Controlled Low Strength Materials (CLSMs) are
hence preferred to be used in the field for backfilling since they provide benefits such as fast
setting time and high strength gains in rapid time.
The City of Fort Worth currently uses Plowable fill material as a trench material, followed
by the placement of 2:27 concrete as a base fill material. Some of the problems encountered in
using 2:27 concrete as a base material are long setting times and poor excavatability.
Conventional concrete material takes longer times to achieve their full compressive strength,
thereby increasing the street restoration time. Also, concrete material attains high compressive
strength and hence further excavations on this material would be difficult to perform.
A Plowable base material has been recommended to the City of Fort Worth to replace the
2:27 concrete material. This flowable base material is reported to be a fast setting, and hence
reduces the street restoration time. This implies that the excavation type repair sites can be
opened to traffic in quick turnaround time. Also, compaction is not required as the material is
proportioned to have required flowability for self-leveling.
Research Objectives
A few major concerns in utilizing both flowable fill and flowable base materials are that
they do not always meet both ASTM standard and the City of Fort Worth specifications with
regards to attaining unconfined compression strength requirements. For example, a few strength
tests conducted on base and fill materials indicated that these materials did not consistently meet
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the required quality control standards such as exhibiting an unconfined compressive strength of
750 psi at 28 days of curing. Other concerns are related to setting time periods and settlement
problems experienced in a few existing projects. All these concerns raise several important
research needs. These are to comprehensively evaluate these materials in field settings, and then
to investigate the suitability of CLSM base material to replace the currently used 2:27 concrete
base material. This has been the main objective of the present research. Also, such research effort
should be undertaken by an independent research organization such as the University of Texas at
Arlington(UTA).
The UTA research team of Anand J. Puppala and Syed Qasim is submitting this proposal
to accomplish the proposed research objective of evaluating both CLSM materials by conducting
comprehensive laboratory investigations on them to address strength, stiffness, flow and
excavatability related characteristics. Both researchers are quite familiar with testing
methodologies and problems associated with water distribution systems of these materials. The
UTA research laboratories are also well equipped for performing appropriate test. The following
sections describe research variables of importance and various tasks to be followed to address the
proposed research objectives.
Research Variables
Currently, the flowable fill material used in the City of Fort Worth repair works is
supplied by a local vendor and this material is referred in this proposal as CLSM-1. The
CLSM-1 is a proprietary material and hence their exact ingredients are not reported. However, a
few of the usual ingredients in these materials include fine aggregates, cement, fly ash and
admixtures. In this research evaluation, another CLSM material provided by a different vendor
(termed here as CLSM 2) will also considered and investigated. Considering two CLSMs from
two different vendors would help in addressing which CLSM provides an effective solution in
terms of cost and performance.
A few other variables proposed by the personnel from the City of Fort Worth are:
• CLSM types (flowable fill and flowable base material types),
• Application areas, and
+ Operators mixing the materials at the project site.
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For example, the CLSM-1 is available in two major forms, flowable fill and flowable fill
bases, with fill materials a ontaining fine sized p articles and the b ase m aterial containing b oth
coarse, medium and fine sized particles. These materials may also vary based on the applications
in which they will be used. For example, the flowable material used for long trench applications
will be different from the one used for repair works. Hence, application related material
variability should also be considered. The final variability is the operator variability, which
means the mix design in the field is dependent on the skilled personnel involved with the mixing
operations in the field. Hence, different operators may produce different material mixes with
varying properties. Thus, for each CLSM type supplied by a specific vendor, eight different
materials may exist [2 types (fill and base materials) x 2 types of applications (trench and repair
fills) X 2 operators (operators 1 and 2)], This results in a total of sixteen CLSM materials from
two vendors and one 2:27 concrete material to be considered in the research evaluations.
RESEARCH TASKS
The following tasks describe various tasks planned to be performed in order to
accomplish the proposed research objective.
TASK 1: Literature Review
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) Committee 229 defines CLSMs as a self-
compacting and cementitious materials used primarily as a baekfill in place of compacted fill or
concrete. A comprehensive literature review will be first conducted to study various CLSMs and
their applications as backfills, structural fills, sound insulating and isolation fills, pavement bases,
conduit bedding, erosion control and void filling. A detailed study on the proportions of various
CLSMs, their properties such as unconfined compressive strength (UCS), flowability and
excavatability will also be reviewed and summarized,
The information is gathered from several electronic databases, such as that of American
Concrete Institute (ACI) and library resources. Review of literature also includes publications of
the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) and Transportation Research
Board (TRB).
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TASK 2: Survey on Flowable Materials
In this task, a survey document will be prepared, This survey will have several questions
that query quality control, testing/field procedures, specifications followed, mix design, water
cement ratios used in the flowable fills. This survey will be mailed to various agencies including
several city agencies in Texas. If necessary, a few other major cities in US may also be
considered. This survey information will be collected and reviewed. Major findings from the
survey will be documented in the final report. Additionally, this information will be used to .
modify the proposed test methodologies and sampling procedures used in the following tasks, if
it is deemed necessary.
TASK 3: Experimental Investigations
In this task, experimental investigations will be performed to evaluate the suitability of.
CLSM-1 and CLSM-2 materials in replacing the conventional 2:27 concrete. Tests such as
flowability and unconfined compressive strength (UCS) at 28 days, will be conducted on 2:27
concrete (Control Material, CM), CLSM_I and CLSM-2 materials. The UCS data at 28 days is
correlated to predict the long term strength and excavatability characteristics of these materials.
Specific Research Variables:
As per the discussions and suggestions by the City of port Worth, the following variables
will be considered:
• Control Material (CM): 2:27 concrete
• Two groups of CLSMs: CLSM_1 and CLSM-2
• Types of CLSM-1 and CLSM 2: Flowable fill and Flowable fill base materials
a Application areas: Long trench and repair works
a Operators: Two different operators
Based on the variables, a total of eight materials (2 x 2 X 2) will be studied in each group
of CLSMs. Figures 1 and 2 present various material types tested under each CLSM group. Three
types of tests including unconfined compression strength and flowability tests will be conducted
on these materials. These tests will be conducted as per the following ASTM standards:
Standard Test Method for Preparation and Testing of CLSM-aesL.Cylind,ers -- ASTM D-
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• Standard Test Method for Unit Weight, Yield, Cement Content, and Air Content
(Gravimetric) of CLSM-ASTM D-6023-96.
• Standard Test Method for Flow Consistency of CLSM-ASTM D-6103 -91.
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Flowable Fill Flowable Fill
Base
Long Trench Repair Fills Long Trench Repair Fills
OP 1 OP 2 OP 1 OP 2 OP 1 OP 2 OP 1 OP 2
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CLSM-2
Flowable Fill
ffwable Fill
Base
Long Trench Repair Fills Long Trench PRepairFills
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A total of six unconfined compression tests and three flowability tests will be. conducted
on each of the eight materials of both groups. This high number of tests is selected since there
appears to be a significant deviation among the available test data on these materials. This
number may be decreased, if the results show an excellent repeatability.
All material samples for UCS tests will be molded at the sites as per ASTM standards.
One of the six samples intended for UCS tests will be brought to the UTA laboratories,
immediately after molding in the field. The rest of the samples will be brought to laboratory after
curing them for four days in the field as per ASTM method. Test results on all samples will be
performed and then analyzed in Task 4. The flowability tests will be conducted at the field.
Exeavatability of these materials depends on strength properties, and hence no additional tests are
needed to experimentally evaluate excavatability data.
TASK 4: Analysis of Experimental Data
In this task, analysis of the results obtained in task 3 will be performed using statistical
tools such as ANOVA and Nests (comparison tests) to address the following:
1. Whether the CLSM_1 exhibits properties comparable to or better than those of control
material (2:27 concrete)?
2. Whether the CLSM2 exhibits properties comparable to or better than those of control
material (2:27 concrete)?
3. Address any variabilities in the strength, stiffness (settlement related), flowability and
exeavatability properties of flowable fill and flowable fill base materials of CLSM_1 and
CLSM 2 groups?
4. Rank all test materials based on the average properties and their magnitudes. Best rank
will be given to the material with properties meeting the minimum requirements set forth
by City of Fort Worth and poor rank to those that do not meet targeted properties.
5. Are there any effects of operators and early transportation of material samples on the
unconfined compression strength properties?
6. Cost analysis on all materials to determine whether using CLSMs would be economical in
both long trench and repair sites?
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TASK 5: Final Research Report and Presentations
The final research report will be prepared, which will document each task, and their
findings. A few salient conclusions will be drawn based on the analysis performed in Task 4.
Recommendations and specifications on the materials that meet the strength criteria will be
presented along with cost benefits, flow details and excavatability information.
Project Duration
The proposed research can be completed in a period of seven months including one month
for completion of the final report. The following table describes the time periods for each task.
Table 1: Time Frame for Each Task
Months
Task 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task d
Task 5
Research Report
The final research report will be submitted at the completion of the research project. This
report summarizes results from each task, recommendations and major findings on the Plowable
fill and base materials.
Project Management
The above proposed program will be conducted by the Department of Civil and
Environmental Engineering (CEE), UTA. Dr. Anand J. Puppala, Associate Professor of Civil
Engineering will be the Principal Investigator and Dr. Syed Qasim, Professor of CEE will be the
Co-Principal Investigator. Two students will work on the experimental tasks mentioned in this
research. Resumes of both investigators are attached in the App
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TASK S: Final Research Report and Presentations
The final research report will be prepared, which will document each task, and their
findings. A few salient conclusions will be drawn based on the analysis performed in Task 4.
Recommendations and specifications on the materials that meet the strength criteria will be
presented along with cost benefits, flow details and excavatability information.
Project Duration
The proposed research can be completed in a period of seven months including one month
for completion of the final report. The following table describes the time periods for each task.
Table 1: Time Frame for Each Task
Months
Task 1 2 3 4 S 6 7
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Task 5
Research Report
The final research report will be submitted at the completion of the research project. This
report summarizes results from each task, recommendations and major findings on the flowable
fill and base materials.
Project Management
The above proposed program will be conducted by the Department of Civil and
Environmental Engineering (CEE), UTA. Dr. Anand J. Puppala, Associate Professor of Civil
Engineering will be the Principal Investigator and Dr. Syed Qasim, Professor of CEE will be the
Co-principal Investigator. Two students will work on the experimental tasks mentioned in this
research. Resumes of both investigators are attached in the Appe —
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Cost
It is estimated that the above investigations can be completed for a fixed price of$50,742.
This cost would be decreased to $38,192, if either CLSM 2 or flowable fill materials were
excluded from experimental investigations. The details of the project costs are provided in the
following.
Duration Oct 2003-Aun 20U
YlEAR Year
Facul $9,500.00
Graduate Students $6.300.00
Ulf Students $4320.0
Technician $1 500.00
Fringe Benefits
(30%Faculty,45%on
Graduate Students,15%
on UG Students) $6,06100
Travel $400.00
Materials
(Sampling devices,
Disposable cylindrical
molds,scoops,flow test
device and tats,
Computational work) $4,200.00
Consultant $1,000.00
Report $1,000.00
TDC $34,283.00
MTDC $34,283.00
indirect Cost
UTA Rate 4896 $10,459.00
Total $50,742.00
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Appendix:
Resume of Dr. Anand J. Puppala
Recycled Materials, Expansive Soils, Ground Improvement (Shallow Subgrades and Deep
Mixing), Soil Testing and Soil Characterization,Foundations
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
PhD Civil Engineering, May, 1993, Louisiana State University (LSU), Baton Rouge,
Louisiana,
MS Civil Engineering, January, 1987, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras, India..
BS Civil Engineering, May, 1985, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, India.
PE No. 26667, Louisiana.
TEACHING AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
1996 - Current: Associate Professor - The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA),
Arlington,Texas:
• Teaching graduate and undergraduate geotechnical courses including laboratory courses
• Automating geotechnical laboratory testing facilities and conducting research in
geoenvironmental, swell characterization, and chemical stabilization areas; Developing new
research proposals, continuing research on expansive soils and stabilization areas and writing
technical papers, and reports
1993 - 1996: Materials Research Engineer, Louisiana Transportation Research Center,
Baton Rouge.
• Provided technical support and expertise in the geotechnical and transportation engineering
areas, supervise materials research laboratory activities, and guide graduate students in their
research studies and preparation of research reports,papers, specifications and proposals.
SELECT PUBLICATIONS
Refereed Journals and Technical Publications (peer reviewed):
1. Puppala, A.J., Griffin, J.A., Hoyos, L.R., Chomtid, S., "Studies on Sulfate Resistant
Cement Stabilization Methods to Address Sulfate Induced Heave Problems." ASCE.
Journal of Geotechnical Engineering.
2. Puppala, A.J., Ramakrishna, A., Hoyos, L.R., "Resilient Moduli of Treated Clays from .
Repeated Load Triaxial Test." Journal of the Transportation Research Board,
Washington, D.C., 2003.
3. Puppala, A.J., Wattanasanticharoen, E., Koonnarnas, P.. "Experimental Evaluations of
Stabilization Methods for Sulfate-Rich Expansive Soils," Ground Improvement Journal,
Vol. 7, No. 1, Thomas Telford Publishers, London, January,2003.
4. Porbaha, A. and Puppala, A.J., "In Situ Techniques for Quality Assurance of Deep Mixed
Columns," Grouting and Ground Treatment, ASCE_ Special Publication. New Orleans,
March, 2003.
5, Puppala, A.J., Viyanant, C., Kruzic, A., Perrin, L., "Evaluation of A Modified Sulfate
Determination Method for Cohesive Soils," ASTM Geotechrrica esting ourn 1, March,
2002.
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6. Puppala, A.J, and Musenda, C., "Effect of Fiber Reinforcement on Strength and Volume
Change Behavior of Two Expansive Soils," Journal of the Transportation Research
Board, National Academy of Science, Transportation Research Board, TRR 1736,
Washington, DC,2000.
7, Puppala, A.J., Hoyos, L., Viyanant, C., Musenda, C. "Fiber and Fly Ash Stabilization
Methods to Treat Soft Expansive Soils,"ASCE Special Publication No. 112, Soft Ground
Technology, Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands, May 28 —June 2, 2000.
8. Puppala, A.J., Mohammad, L.N., and Allen, A. "Estimation of Permanent Strains of
Subgrade Soils from Repeated Load Triaxial Tests" ASCE Journal of Materials in Civil
Engineering, Vol. 11, No. 4, November 1999,pp. 274-282.
9. Puppala, A.J., Hanchanloet, S., Jadeja, M. and Burkart, B. "Evaluation of Sulfate Induced
Heave by Mineralogical and Swell Tests," XI Pan-American Conference on Soil
Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering,Foz do Iguacu, Brazil, August, 1999,
10. Puppala, A.J., Aear, Y.B. and Tumay, M.T., "Low Strain Dynamic Shear Modulus of
Cemented Sand from CPT Results," National Academy of Science, Transportation
Research Board,TRR No. 1548, 1997.
11. Puppala, A.J., Mohammad, L.N. and Allen, A., "Engineering Behavior of Lime Treated
Louisiana Subgrade Soil" National Academy of Science, Transportation Research Board,
TRR No. 1545, Washington, DC, 1997.
12, Acar, Y.B., Seals, R.K., and Puppala, A.J., "Engineering and Compaction Characteristics
of Boiler Slag," Geotechnics of Waste-Fills, Theory and Practice, ASTM, STP 1070,
Arvid Landva, G. David Knowles, Editors, American Society for Testing and Materials,
Philadelphia, 1990.
13. Puppala, A.J., Suppakit, C., Viyanant, C., Perrin, L., "Sulfate Heaving Problems in
Stabilized Soils: Observations From a Few Case Studies," Second International
Conference on Engineering Materials, San Jose,California, August 16-19, 2001.
14, Puppala, A.J., Dunker, C., Hanehanloet, S., Ghanma, K., "Swell and Shrinkage
Characteristics of Lime Treated Sulfate Soil,"American Society of Civil Engineers Spring
Meeting Proceedings, South Padre Island, Texas, April, 1998 (Won the Best Paper of the
Geotechnical Session Award).
AFFILIATIONS, and HONORS
• Received Outstanding Civil Engineering Instructor Award in 2002-2003.
• Received the Outstanding Young Faculty Award from the College of Engineering, The
University of Texas at Arlington in 2001.
a Received Promotion with Tenure in 2001.
• Received the 1998 Best Paper Award in Geotechnical Engineering Session from ASCE Texas
National Research Council, Transportation Research Board Committee on Exploration and
Classification of Earth Materials, Section on Soil Mechanics, Group 2, Section L, A2L01
(Member)
• National Research Council, Transportation Research Board Committee on Soils and Rock
Instrumentation, Section on Soil Mechanics, Group 2, Section K, A2K01 (Member)
• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) (Member)
• American Society of Testing Materials(ASTM) (Member until 1996)
Chi Epsilon (Civil Engineering Honor Society Member)
Tau Beta Pi (Engineering Honor Society Member and UT,4 Advisor) I°r K.7
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Dr. Syed R. Qasim, P.E.
Professor
Ph. D. 1965 West Virginia University
M.S.C.E. 1962 West Virginia University
B.S.C.E. 1957 Aligarh Muslim University
Areas of Expertise: Environmental engineering; municipal and industrial water supply and
waste treatment; solid and hazardous waste management; water quality analysis; environmental
impact assessment.
Background: Dr. Qasim is Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He has had
industrial experience in design of water and wastewater treatment facilities with Alden E. Stilson
and Associates, Columbus, Ohio, and conducted full-times rciscarch with Battelle Memorial
Institute, Columbus Laboratories. Prior to joining the faculty of the University of Texas at
Arlington in 1973, he served on the faculty of Polytechnic University, Brooklyn, New York. His
major research assignments include water and wastewater management systems for aircraft,
watercraft, naval ships, military bases;treatability studies using bench and pilot plant facilities;
design and process evaluation of municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment
facilities; biological nutrient removal; taste and odor control in municipal water supplies; water
reclamation and reuse in industrial plants; leaching of sanitary landfills; monitoring of toxic
chemicals in natural waters; biogas generation; and preparation of environmental assessment
reports. He has published over 120 technical papers, book and encyclopedia chapters, and
research reports. He has authored and co-authored three books; Water Works Engineering:
Planning, Design and Operation, 2000 (Prentice Hall); Wastewater Treatment Plants: Planning,
Design and Operation, 2nd edition, 1999 (Technomic Publishing Co., Inc.); and Sanitary Landfill
Leaehate: Generation, Control and Treatment, 1994 (Technomic Publishing Co., Inc.).
Honors and Awards: Dr. Qasim is the recipient of the College of Engineering Halliburton
Award for excellence in research, and the Distinguished Research Award of the University of
Texas at Arlington. He received a Fulbright Fellowship for research in India and has served as a
United Nations consultant to India under TOKTEN program (Transfer of Knowledge Through
Expatriate Nationals), and a consultant to the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research. He has
reviewed concept papers and research proposals for the National Science Foundation, Research
Grants Council of Hong Kong, Kuwait University, and the Office of Central Europe and Eurasia.
He served as a reviewer of technical papers for the Journal of Environmental Engineering
Division, ASCE, International Association of Water Quality: Arab Journal of Scientific
Research; and Journal of Qatar University. He also reviewed book proposal for Technomic
Publishing Co., McGraw-Hill Book Company, Marcell and Dekker, Inc., Prentice Hall and has
served on the Editorial Board of the Encyclopedia of Environmental Science and Engineering.
Memberships: Dr. Qasim is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, American
Water Works Association, Water Environment Federation, Association of Environmental
Engineering and Science Professors, and many other professional and honor societies, He is a
Registered Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and Ohio, and is listed in Who's Who in
America, Who's Who in American Education,American Metz and Women of Science, and Who's
Who amon Asian Americans.
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Presentations: Dr. Qasim's authored and co-authored papers and invited seminars have been
presented in Canada, China, Sweden, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia,
Singapore,Thailand, and USA.
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EXHIBIT B-2
HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE
Project Manager $188.00
Senior Engineer Professional $110.00
Engineer $90.00
Senior Designer $70.00
Secretary $65.00
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EXHIBIT B-3
SUMMARY OF TOTAL PROJECT FEES
Description Total
Flowable Fill Testing (performed by UTA) $55,817.00
Printing and Reproduction $150.00
Travel $2,400.00
Miscellaneous $210.00
TOTAL FEE $58,577.00
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EXHIBIT B-4
LISTING OF HOURS FOR EACH ACTIVITY FOR DIFFERENT LEVELS OF WORK
Standard Specification and Detail Update
Senior
Project Engineer Senior
Task Description Total Labor Manager Professional Engineer Designer Secretary
Review Current Specifications 4 1 1 2 0 0
Technical Research 20 4 4 12 0 0
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Draft Update of Specifications — 24 12 4 8 0 0
Update Specifications to be consistent with CSI Format 5 1 2 2 0 0
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Prepare Sketches 11 4 1 2 4 0
Quality Control 12 8 4 0 6-- o
Review Meeting with City of Fort Worth 20 8 4 4 0__ __ 4
Incorporate Goof Fort Worth Comments 11 1 2 4 0 4
Final Update of Specifications 7 1 2 4 0 0
Final Review Meeting with City of Fort Worth 20 8 4 4 0 4
Total Hours 134 48 28 42 4 12
Hourly Labor Rate $188.00 $110.00 $90.00 $70.00 $65.00
Total Labor Cost $16,944.00 $9,024.00 $3,080.00 $3,780.00 $280.00 $780.00
Task 1.0 Total= $16,944.00 (Not to Exceed)
Product Approval Committee Support-One Year
Senior
Project Engineer Senior
Task Description Total Labor Manager Professional Engineer Designer Secretary
ttend U to Ei ht 8 Committee Meetings and Presentations 152 64 0 64 0 24
er Com liance with City Specifications,AWWA,and ASTM Stds_. 18 2 8 8 _ 0 0
I enti Unique Characteristics of Products 24 4 8 12 0 0
< aluate Product Cost and Maintenance Issues 24 4 8 12 0 0
aJ ntact References and Conduct Interviews to Evaluate Product 14 2 4 8 0 0
ovide Third Party Evaluation of Proposed Specifications 24 4 8 12 0 0
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v' velo Additional Specifications 28 4 8 12 0 4
C m ile Review Comments and Draft Recommendation Letters 25 4 2 12 0 7
C7 -t A Mana ement 32 4 8 12 0 8 —
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velop Flowable Fill Specification Section 14 2 4 8 0 0
Total Hours 309 88 46 140 0 35
Hourly Labor Rate $188.00 $110.00 $90.00 $70.00 $65.00
Total Labor Cost $36,479.00 $16,544.00 $5,060.00 $12,600.00 $0.00 $2,275.00
Task 2,0 Total= $36,479.00 (Estimated Total Only)
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ATTACHMENT"C"
Change and Amendments tQ Standard Agreement
"Standard Agreement can only be modified by additions, clarifications, and/or deletions set forth
herein. In cases of conflict between the Standard Agreement and the Changes and Amendments
to Standard Agreement, the Changes and Amendments to Standard Agreement shall have
precedence over the Standard Agreement."
A. Delete Article IV, Paragraph C "Subsurface Investigations."
B. Modify Article IV, Paragragh D"Preparation of Engineering Drawings"to the following:
"D. Preparation of Specification Sections
The ENGINEER will provide to the CITY electronic files of the updated Standard
Specification Sections, or as otherwise approved by CITY, which shall become the
property of the CITY. CITY may use such Standard Specifications in any manner
it desires; provided, however, that the ENGINEER shall not be liable for the use of
such Standard Specifications for any specific project. Design Engineer of future
projects must evaluate the updated Standard Specifications and include them in
projects, as they deem necessary."
C. Delete Article IV, Paragraph E "Engineer's Personnel at Construction Site."
D. Delete Article IV, Paragraph G "Construction Progress Payments."
E. Delete Article IV, Paragraph H "Record Drawings."
F. Modify Article IV, Paragraph K "ENGINEER's Insurance,"part 2.d to the following:
"(d) A minimum of thirty (30) days notice of cancellation or non-renewal in coverage
shall be provided to the CITY. A ten (10) days notice shall be acceptable in the
event of non-payment of premium. Such terms shall be endorsed onto
ENGINEER's insurance policies. Notice shall be sent to the respective
Department Director (by name), City of Fort Worth, 1000 Throckmorton, Fort
Worth, Texas 76102. ENGINEER shall give 30 days notice of any material
change in coverage."
G. Delete Article IV, Paragraph M "Disclosure."
H. Delete Article IV, Paragraph N "Asbestos or Hazardous Substances."
I. Delete Article IV, Paragraph O "Permitting Authorities—Design Changes."
J. Delete Article V, Paragraph C"Advertisements, Permits, and Access."
K. Modify Article V, Paragraph D"Timely Review" to the following: 2)
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D. Timely Review
The CITY will examine the ENGINEER's studies, reports, sketches, drawings,
specifications, proposals, and other documents; obtain advice of an attorney,
insurance counselor, accountant, auditor, bond and financial advisors, and other
consultants as the CITY deems appropriate; and render in writing decisions
required by the CITY in a timely manner."
L. Delete Article V, Paragraph F "Asbestos or Hazardous Substances and Indemnification."
M. Delete Article V, Paragraph G "Contractor Indemnification and Claims."
N. Delete Article V, Paragraph H "Contractor Claims and Third-Party Beneficiaries."
O. Delete Article V, Paragraph I "CITY's Insurance."
P. Modify Article VI, Paragraph B"Reuse of Documents"to the following:
B. Reuse of Project Documents
All designs, drawings, specifications, documents, and other work products of the
ENGINEER, whether in hard copy or in electronic form, are instruments of service
for this PROJECT, whether the PROJECT is completed or not. Reuse, change, or
alteration by the CITY or by others acting through or on behalf of the CITY of any
such instruments of service without the written permission of the ENGINEER will
be at the CITY's sole risk. The final designs, drawings, specifications and
documents shall be owned by the CITY."
Q. Modify Article VI, Paragraph L "Observe and Comply"to the following:
"L. Observe and Comply
ENGINEER shall at all times observe and comply with all non-conflicting federal
and State laws and regulations and with all non-conflicting City ordinances and
regulations which in any way affect this AGREEMENT and the work hereunder,
and shall observe and comply with all orders, laws ordinances and regulations
which may exist by governing bodies having jurisdiction or authority for such
enactment which exist as of the execution of this Agreement. ENGINEER agrees
to indemnify and hold harmless CITY and all of its officers, agents and employees
from and against all claims or liability arising out of the violation of any such order,
law, ordinance, or regulation, whether it be by itself or its employees, and for which
ENGINEER is found to be legally liable."
R. Modify Article VII to the following:
"Attachments, Schedules, and Signatures
This AGREEMENT, including its attachments and schedules, constitutes the entire
AGREEMENT, supersedes all prior written or oral and rstandings, and may only
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be changed by a written amendment executed by both parties. The following
attachments and schedules are hereby made a part of this AGREEMENT:
Attachment A- Scope of Services
Attachment B - Compensation
Attachment C - Amendments to Standard Agreement for Engineering Services"
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 4/6/2004
DATE: Tuesday, April 06, 2004
LOG NAME: 60LAN REFERENCE NO.: **C-20022
SUBJECT:
Agreement with Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. to Update Standard Specifications and
Provide Technical Support for the Product Approval Committee
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. to update standard specifications, and provide technical support for
the Product Approval Committee for a cost not to exceed $112,000.
DISCUSSION:
The Water Department has identified the need to update certain standard specifications for pipeline fittings
and pipeline trench fill materials. Use of current industry materials allows for durable water distribution and
sewer collection systems, and reduces maintenance. Also, as new pipeline products become available in
the marketplace, it would be prudent to have an independent evaluation provided by a firm with expertise in
that field. It is proposed under this agreement to utilize the University of Texas at Arlington, as a
subcontractor, to evaluate flowable fill and flowable fill base materials for inclusion in standard
specifications.
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. is in compliance with the City's M/WBE Ordinance by committing to
16% M/WBE participation on this project.
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Finance Director certifies that funds are available in the current capital budget, as appropriated, of the
Water and Sewer Capital Project Funds.
TO Fund/Account/Centers FROM Fund/Account/Centers
PW53 531200 060530177950 $56,000.00
PS58 531200 070580176270 $56,000.00
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Marc Ott (8476)
Originating Department Head: Dale Fisseler (8207)
Additional Information Contact: Dale Fisseler (8207)
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