HomeMy WebLinkAboutContract 57700 City Secretary Contract No. 57700
FORT WORTH,
SOLE SOURCE AGREEMENT
This SOLE SOURCE AGREEMENT("Agreement") is made and entered into by and between
the CITY OF FORT WORTH("City"),a Texas home rule municipal corporation,acting by and through
its duly authorized Assistant City Manager, and WATERGOAT, INC ("Vendor"), a FLORIDA
INCORPORATION and acting by and through its duly authorized representative,each individually referred
to as a"party"and collectively referred to as the "parties."
AGREEMENT DOCUMENTS:
The Agreement documents shall include the following:
1. This Sole Source Agreement;
2. Exhibit A—Scope of Services;
3. Exhibit B—Price Schedule;
4. Exhibit C—Sole Source Justification Letter;
5. Exhibit D—Sole Source Procurement Justification;
6. Exhibit E—Verification of Signature Authority Form; and
7. Exhibit F—Conflict of Interest Questionnaire.
Exhibits A,B and C,which are attached hereto and incorporated herein,are made a part of this Agreement
for all purposes. In the event of any conflict between the terms and conditions of Exhibits A, B or C and
the terms and conditions set forth in the body of this Agreement,the terms and conditions of this Agreement
shall control.
1. Scope of Services. Vendor will provide Watergoat barriers that help to capture litter in
City of Fort Worth waterways. These Watergoat barriers will help prevent debris from entering the Trinity
River ("Services"), which are set forth in more detail in Exhibit "A," attached hereto and incorporated
herein for all purposes.
2. Term. This Agreement begins on the date the Assistant City Manager signs("Effective
Date")and expires on June 10,2023("Expiration Date"),unless terminated earlier in accordance with this
Agreement("Initial Term"). City will have the option,in its sole discretion,to renew this Agreement under
the same terms and conditions, for up to four(4)one-year renewal option(s) (each a"Renewal Term").
3. Compensation. City will pay Vendor in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement,
including Exhibit `B," which is attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes. Total
compensation under this Agreement will not exceed Fifty-Thousand Dollars and No.Cents($50,000.00).
Vendor will not perform any additional services or bill for expenses incurred for City not specified by this
Agreement unless City requests and approves in writing the additional costs for such services. City will not
be liable for any additional expenses of Vendor not specified by this Agreement unless City first approves
such expenses in writing.
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
Vendor Services Agreement FT.WORTH, TX
4. Termination.
4.1. Written Notice. City or Vendor may terminate this Agreement at any time and for
any reason by providing the other party with 30 days' written notice of termination.
4.2 Non-appropriation of Funds. In the event no funds or insufficient funds are
appropriated by City in any fiscal period for any payments due hereunder,City will notify Vendor
of such occurrence and this Agreement will terminate on the last day of the fiscal period for which
appropriations were received without penalty or expense to City of any kind whatsoever,except as
to the portions of the payments herein agreed upon for which funds have been appropriated.
4.3 Duties and Obligations of the Parties. In the event that this Agreement is
terminated prior to the Expiration Date, City will pay Vendor for services actually rendered up to
the effective date of termination and Vendor will continue to provide City with services requested
by City and in accordance with this Agreement up to the effective date of termination. Upon
termination of this Agreement for any reason, Vendor will provide City with copies of all
completed or partially completed documents prepared under this Agreement. In the event Vendor
has received access to City Information or data as a requirement to perform services hereunder,
Vendor will return all City provided data to City in a machine readable format or other format
deemed acceptable to City.
5. Disclosure of Conflicts and Confidential Information.
5.1 Disclosure of Conflicts.Vendor hereby warrants to City that Vendor has made full
disclosure in writing of any existing or potential conflicts of interest related to Vendor's services
under this Agreement.In the event that any conflicts of interest arise after the Effective Date of this
Agreement,Vendor hereby agrees immediately to make full disclosure to City in writing.
5.2 Confidential Information.Vendor,for itself and its officers,agents and employees,
agrees that it will treat all information provided to it by City ("City Information") as confidential
and will not disclose any such information to a third party without the prior written approval of
City.
5.3 Public Information Act. City is a government entity under the laws of the State of
Texas and all documents held or maintained by City are subject to disclosure under the Texas Public
Information Act.In the event there is a request for information marked Confidential or Proprietary,
City will promptly notify Vendor.It will be the responsibility of Vendor to submit reasons objecting
to disclosure. A determination on whether such reasons are sufficient will not be decided by City,
but by the Office of the Attorney General of the State of Texas or by a court of competent
jurisdiction.
5.4 Unauthorized Access.Vendor must store and maintain City Information in a secure
manner and will not allow unauthorized users to access, modify, delete or otherwise corrupt City
Information in any way. Vendor must notify City immediately if the security or integrity of any
City Information has been compromised or is believed to have been compromised,in which event,
Vendor will, in good faith, use all commercially reasonable efforts to cooperate with City in
identifying what information has been accessed by unauthorized means and will fully cooperate
with City to protect such City Information from further unauthorized disclosure.
6. Right to Audit. Vendor agrees that City will,until the expiration of three (3)years after
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final payment under this Agreement,or the final conclusion of any audit commenced during the said three
years,have access to and the right to examine at reasonable times any directly pertinent books,documents,
papers and records, including, but not limited to, all electronic records, of Vendor involving transactions
relating to this Agreement at no additional cost to City. Vendor agrees that City will have access during
normal working hours to all necessary Vendor facilities and will be provided adequate and appropriate work
space in order to conduct audits in compliance with the provisions of this section. City will give Vendor
reasonable advance notice of intended audits.
7. Independent Contractor. It is expressly understood and agreed that Vendor will operate
as an independent contractor as to all rights and privileges and work performed under this Agreement, and
not as agent, representative or employee of City. Subject to and in accordance with the conditions and
provisions of this Agreement,Vendor will have the exclusive right to control the details of its operations
and activities and be solely responsible for the acts and omissions of its officers, agents, servants,
employees, Vendors, and subcontractors. Vendor acknowledges that the doctrine of respondeat superior
will not apply as between City,its officers,agents,servants and employees,and Vendor,its officers,agents,
employees, servants, contractors, and subcontractors. Vendor further agrees that nothing herein will be
construed as the creation of a partnership or joint enterprise between City and Vendor. It is further
understood that City will in no way be considered a Co-employer or a Joint employer of Vendor or any
officers, agents, servants, employees, contractors, or subcontractors. Neither Vendor, nor any officers,
agents, servants, employees, contractors, or subcontractors of Vendor will be entitled to any employment
benefits from City.Vendor will be responsible and liable for any and all payment and reporting of taxes on
behalf of itself, and any of its officers, agents, servants,employees,contractors,or contractors.
8. Liability and Indemnification.
8.1 LIABILITY- VENDOR WILL BE LIABLE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
AND ALL PROPERTY LOSS, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY,
INCLUDING DEATH, TO ANY AND ALL PERSONS, OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER,
WHETHER REAL OR ASSERTED, TO THE EXTENT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENT
ACT(S) OR OMISSION(S), MALFEASANCE OR INTENTIONAL MISCONDUCT OF
VENDOR, ITS OFFICERS, AGENTS, SERVANTS, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, OR
SUBCONTRACTORS.
8.2 GENERAL INDEMNIFICATION- VENDOR HEREBY COVENANTS AND
AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMLESS AND DEFEND CITY, ITS OFFICERS,
AGENTS,SERVANTSAND EMPLOYEES,FROMAND AGAINST ANYAND ALL CLAIMS
OR LAWSUITS OFANYKIND OR CHARACTER, WHETHER REAL OR ASSERTED,FOR
EITHER PROPERTYDAMAGE OR LOSS(INCLUDING ALLEGED DAMAGE OR LOSS TO
VENDOR'S BUSINESS AND ANY RESULTING LOST PROFITS) AND/OR PERSONAL
INJURY, INCL UDING DEATH, TO ANY AND ALL PERSONS, ARISING OUT OF OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT, TO THE EXTENT CAUSED BY THE
NEGLIGENT ACTS OR OMISSIONS OR MALFEASANCE OF VENDOR,ITS OFFICERS,
AGENTS,SERVANTS,EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, OR SUBCONTRACTORS.
8.3 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INDEMNIFICATION — Vendor agrees to
defend, settle, or pay, at its own cost and expense, any claim or action against City for
infringement of any patent, copyright, trade mark, trade secret, or similar property right
arising from City's use of the software and/or documentation in accordance with this
Agreement, it being understood that this agreement to defend, settle or pay will not apply if
City modifies or misuses the software and/or documentation. So long as Vendor bears the
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cost and expense of payment for claims or actions against City pursuant to this section,
Vendor will have the right to conduct the defense of any such claim or action and all
negotiations for its settlement or compromise and to settle or compromise any such claim;
however, City will have the right to fully participate in any and all such settlement,
negotiations, or lawsuit as necessary to protect City's interest, and City agrees to cooperate
with Vendor in doing so. In the event City, for whatever reason, assumes the responsibility
for payment of costs and expenses for any claim or action brought against City for
infringement arising under this Agreement, City will have the sole right to conduct the
defense of any such claim or action and all negotiations for its settlement or compromise and
to settle or compromise any such claim; however,Vendor will fully participate and cooperate
with City in defense of such claim or action.City agrees to give Vendor timely written notice
of any such claim or action, with copies of all papers City may receive relating thereto.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, City's assumption of payment of costs or expenses will not
eliminate Vendor's duty to indemnify City under this Agreement. If the software and/or
documentation or any part thereof is held to infringe and the use thereof is enjoined or
restrained or, if as a result of a settlement or compromise, such use is materially adversely
restricted,Vendor will, at its own expense and as City's sole remedy, either: (a) procure for
City the right to continue to use the software and/or documentation; or (b) modify the
software and/or documentation to make it non-infringing, provided that such modification
does not materially adversely affect City's authorized use of the software and/or
documentation; or (c) replace the software and/or documentation with equally suitable,
compatible,and functionally equivalent non-infringing software and/or documentation at no
additional charge to City; or(d)if none of the foregoing alternatives is reasonably available
to Vendor terminate this Agreement, and refund all amounts paid to Vendor by City,
subsequent to which termination City may seek any and all remedies available to City under
law.
9. Assignment and Subcontracting.
9.1 Assignment. Vendor will not assign or subcontract any of its duties, obligations
or rights under this Agreement without the prior written consent of City. If City grants consent to
an assignment, the assignee will execute a written agreement with City and Vendor under which
the assignee agrees to be bound by the duties and obligations of Vendor under this Agreement.
Vendor will be liable for all obligations of Vendor under this Agreement prior to the effective date
of the assignment.
9.2 Subcontract. If City grants consent to a subcontract,the subcontractor will execute
a written agreement with Vendor referencing this Agreement under which subcontractor agrees to
be bound by the duties and obligations of Vendor under this Agreement as such duties and
obligations may apply. Vendor must provide City with a fully executed copy of any such
subcontract.
10. Insurance. Vendor must provide City with certificate(s) of insurance documenting
policies of the following types and minimum coverage limits that are to be in effect prior to commencement
of any Services pursuant to this Agreement:
10.1 Coverage and Limits
(a) Commercial General Liability:
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$1,000,000- Each Occurrence
$2,000,000- Aggregate
(b) Automobile Liability:
$1,000,000- Each occurrence on a combined single limit basis
Coverage will be on any vehicle used by Vendor, or its employees, agents, or
representatives in the course of providing Services under this Agreement. "Any
vehicle"will be any vehicle owned,hired and non-owned.
(c) Worker's Compensation:
Statutory limits according to the Texas Workers' Compensation Act or any other
state workers' compensation laws where the Services are being performed
Employers' liability
$100,000- Bodily Injury by accident;each accident/occurrence
$100,000- Bodily Injury by disease;each employee
$500,000- Bodily Injury by disease;policy limit
10.2 General Requirements
(a) The commercial general liability and automobile liability policies must
name City as an additional insured thereon, as its interests may appear.The term
City includes its employees,officers,officials,agents,and volunteers in respect to
the contracted services.
(b) The workers' compensation policy must include a Waiver of Subrogation
(Right of Recovery)in favor of City.
(c) A minimum of Thirty (30) days' notice of cancellation or reduction in
limits of coverage must be provided to City. Ten (10) days' notice will be
acceptable in the event of non-payment of premium.Notice must be sent to the
Risk Manager, City of Fort Worth, 200 Texas Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102,
with copies to the Fort Worth City Attorney at the same address.
(d) The insurers for all policies must be licensed and/or approved to do
business in the State of Texas.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. If the rating is
below that required,written approval of Risk Management is required.
(e) Any failure on the part of City to request required insurance
documentation will not constitute a waiver of the insurance requirement.
(f) Certificates of Insurance evidencing that Vendor has obtained all required
insurance will be delivered to the City prior to Vendor proceeding with any work
pursuant to this Agreement.
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11. Compliance with Laws,Ordinances,Rules and Regulations. Vendor agrees that in the
performance of its obligations hereunder, it will comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws,
ordinances,rules and regulations and that any work it produces in connection with this Agreement will also
comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances,rules and regulations. If City notifies
Vendor of any violation of such laws, ordinances, rules or regulations, Vendor must immediately desist
from and correct the violation.
12. Non-Discrimination Covenant. Vendor, for itself, its personal representatives, assigns,
contractors,subcontractors,and successors in interest,as part of the consideration herein,agrees that in the
performance of Vendor's duties and obligations hereunder, it will not discriminate in the treatment or
employment of any individual or group of individuals on any basis prohibited by law. IF ANY CLAIM
ARISES FROM AN ALLEGED VIOLATION OF THIS NON-DISCRIMINATION COVENANT
BY VENDOR, ITS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES, ASSIGNS, CONTRACTORS,
SUBCONTRACTORS, OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST, VENDOR AGREES TO ASSUME
SUCH LIABILITY AND TO INDEMNIFY AND DEFEND CITY AND HOLD CITY HARMLESS
FROM SUCH CLAIM.
13. Notices. Notices required pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement will be
conclusively determined to have been delivered when (1) hand-delivered to the other party, its agents,
employees, servants or representatives, (2) delivered by facsimile with electronic confirmation of the
transmission,or(3)received by the other party by United States Mail,registered,return receipt requested,
addressed as follows:
To CITY: To VENDOR:
City of Fort Worth Watergoat,Inc.
Attn: Assistant City Manager Attn: Jeff Mills,Owner
200 Texas Street 6389 E Grayson St.
Fort Worth,TX 76102-6314 Inverness,FL 34452
Facsimile: (817) 392-8654 Jeffwatergoatkgmail.com
352-302-4512
With copy to Fort Worth City Attorney's Office at
same address
14. Solicitation of Employees. Neither City nor Vendor will, during the term of this
Agreement and additionally for a period of one year after its termination,solicit for employment or employ,
whether as employee or independent contractor, any person who is or has been employed by the other
during the term of this Agreement, without the prior written consent of the person's employer.
Notwithstanding the foregoing,this provision will not apply to an employee of either party who responds
to a general solicitation of advertisement of employment by either party.
15. Governmental Powers. It is understood and agreed that by execution of this Agreement,
City does not waive or surrender any of its governmental powers or immunities.
16. No Waiver. The failure of City or Vendor to insist upon the performance of any term or
provision of this Agreement or to exercise any right granted herein does not constitute a waiver of City's or
Vendor's respective right to insist upon appropriate performance or to assert any such right on any future
occasion.
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17. Governing Law/Venue. This Agreement will be construed in accordance with the laws
of the State of Texas. If any action,whether real or asserted,at law or in equity,is brought pursuant to this
Agreement, venue for such action will lie in state courts located in Tarrant County, Texas or the United
States District Court for the Northern District of Texas,Fort Worth Division.
18. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal or
unenforceable,the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions will not in any way be
affected or impaired.
19. Force Maieure. City and Vendor will exercise their best efforts to meet their respective
duties and obligations as set forth in this Agreement,but will not be held liable for any delay or omission
in performance due to force majeure or other causes beyond their reasonable control, including, but not
limited to, compliance with any government law, ordinance, or regulation; acts of God; acts of the public
enemy; fires; strikes; lockouts; natural disasters; wars; riots; epidemics or pandemics; government action
or inaction; orders of government; material or labor restrictions by any governmental authority;
transportation problems;restraints or prohibitions by any court,board,department,commission,or agency
of the United States or of any States;civil disturbances;other national or regional emergencies;or any other
similar cause not enumerated herein but which is beyond the reasonable control of the Party whose
performance is affected(collectively, "Force Majeure Event"). The performance of any such obligation is
suspended during the period of, and only to the extent of, such prevention or hindrance, provided the
affected Party provides notice of the Force Majeure Event, and an explanation as to how it prevents or
hinders the Party's performance, as soon as reasonably possible after the occurrence of the Force Majeure
Event,with the reasonableness of such notice to be determined by the City in its sole discretion.The notice
required by this section must be addressed and delivered in accordance with Section 13 of this Agreement.
20. Headings not Controlling. Headings and titles used in this Agreement are for reference
purposes only,will not be deemed a part of this Agreement,and are not intended to define or limit the scope
of any provision of this Agreement.
21. Review of Counsel. 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 will not be employed in the interpretation of this
Agreement or Exhibits A,B,and C.
22. Amendments/Modifications/Extensions. No amendment, modification, or extension
of this Agreement will be binding upon a party hereto unless set forth in a written instrument, which is
executed by an authorized representative of each party.
23. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and each
counterpart will, for all purposes,be deemed an original, but all such counterparts will together constitute
one and the same instrument.
24. Warranty of Services. Vendor warrants that its services will be of a high quality and
conform to generally prevailing industry standards. City must give written notice of any breach of this
warranty within thirty(30) days from the date that the services are completed. In such event, at Vendor's
option,Vendor will either(a)use commercially reasonable efforts to re-perform the services in a manner
that conforms with the warranty, or (b) refund the fees paid by City to Vendor for the nonconforming
services.
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25. Immigration Nationality Act. Vendor must verify the identity and employment eligibility
of its employees who perform work under this Agreement, including completing the Employment
Eligibility Verification Form (I-9). Upon request by City,Vendor will provide City with copies of all I-9
forms and supporting eligibility documentation for each employee who performs work under this
Agreement. Vendor must adhere to all Federal and State laws as well as establish appropriate procedures
and controls so that no services will be performed by any Vendor employee who is not legally eligible to
perform such services.VENDOR WILL INDEMNIFY CITY AND HOLD CITY HARMLESS FROM
ANY PENALTIES,LIABILITIES,OR LOSSES DUE TO VIOLATIONS OF THIS PARAGRAPH
BY VENDOR, VENDOR'S EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, SUBCONTRACTORS, OR
AGENTS.City,upon written notice to Vendor,will have the right to immediately terminate this Agreement
for violations of this provision by Vendor.
26. Ownership of Work Product. City will be the sole and exclusive owner of all reports,
work papers,procedures,guides, and documentation that are created,published,displayed, or produced in
conjunction with the services provided under this Agreement(collectively,"Work Product"). Further,City
will be the sole and exclusive owner of all copyright,patent,trademark,trade secret and other proprietary
rights in and to the Work Product. Ownership of the Work Product will inure to the benefit of City from
the date of conception, creation or fixation of the Work Product in a tangible medium of expression
(whichever occurs first).Each copyrightable aspect of the Work Product will be considered a"work-made-
for-hire" within the meaning of the Copyright Act of 1976, as amended. If and to the extent such Work
Product,or any part thereof,is not considered a"work-made-for-hire"within the meaning of the Copyright
Act of 1976, as amended, Vendor hereby expressly assigns to City all exclusive right,title and interest in
and to the Work Product,and all copies thereof,and in and to the copyright,patent,trademark,trade secret,
and all other proprietary rights therein, that City may have or obtain, without further consideration, free
from any claim,lien for balance due,or rights of retention thereto on the part of City.
27. Signature Authority. The person signing this Agreement hereby warrants that they have
the legal authority to execute this Agreement on behalf of the respective party, and that such binding
authority has been granted by proper order,resolution, ordinance or other authorization of the entity. This
Agreement and any amendment hereto,may be executed by any authorized representative of Vendor.Each
party is fully entitled to rely on these warranties and representations in entering into this Agreement or any
amendment hereto.
28. Change in Company Name or Ownership. Vendor must notify City's Purchasing
Manager, in writing, of a company name, ownership, or address change for the purpose of maintaining
updated City records.The president of Vendor or authorized official must sign the letter.A letter indicating
changes in a company name or ownership must be accompanied with supporting legal documentation such
as an updated W-9, documents filed with the state indicating such change, copy of the board of director's
resolution approving the action, or an executed merger or acquisition agreement. Failure to provide the
specified documentation so may adversely impact future invoice payments.
29. No Bove tt of Israel. If Vendor has fewer than 10 employees or this Agreement is for
less than $100,000, this section does not apply. Vendor acknowledges that in accordance with Chapter
2271 of the Texas Government Code,the City is prohibited from entering into a contract with a company
for goods or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the company that it: (1) does
not boycott Israel;and(2)will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract. The terms"boycott Israel"
and"company"has the meanings ascribed to those terms in Section 2271 of the Texas Government Code.
By signing this Agreement,Vendor certifies that Vendor's signature provides written verification to
the City that Vendor: (1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of
the Agreement.
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30. Prohibition on Boycotting Energy Companies. Vendor acknowledges that, in
accordance with Chapter 2274 of the Texas Government Code, as added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S.,
S.B. 13, § 2, the City is prohibited from entering into a contract for goods or services that has a value of
$100,000 or more that is to be paid wholly or partly from public funds of the City with a company with 10
or more full-time employees unless the contract contains a written verification from the company that it:
(1) does not boycott energy companies; and (2) will not boycott energy companies during the term of the
contract. The terms"boycott energy company" and"company"have the meaning ascribed to those terms
by Chapter 2274 of the Texas Government Code,as added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg.,R.S., S.B. 13, § 2. To
the extent that Chapter 2274 of the Government Code is applicable to this Agreement, by signing this
Agreement,Vendor certifies that Vendor's signature provides written verification to the City that Vendor:
(1) does not boycott energy companies; and(2)will not boycott energy companies during the term of this
Agreement.
31. Prohibition on Discrimination Against Firearm and Ammunition Industries. Vendor
acknowledges that except as otherwise provided by Chapter 2274 of the Texas Government Code,as added
by Acts 2021, 87th Leg.,R.S., S.B. 19, § 1,the City is prohibited from entering into a contract for goods or
services that has a value of$100,000 or more that is to be paid wholly or partly from public funds of the
City with a company with 10 or more full-time employees unless the contract contains a written verification
from the company that it: (1) does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates
against a firearm entity or firearm trade association; and (2) will not discriminate during the term of the
contract against a firearm entity or firearm trade association. The terms "discriminate," "firearm entity"
and "firearm trade association" have the meaning ascribed to those terms by Chapter 2274 of the Texas
Government Code, as added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., S.B. 19, § 1. To the extent that Chapter 2274
of the Government Code is applicable to this Agreement,by signing this Agreement,Vendor certifies that
Vendor's signature provides written verification to the City that Vendor:(1)does not have a practice,policy,
guidance, or directive that discriminates against a firearm entity or firearm trade association; and (2) will
not discriminate against a firearm entity or firearm trade association during the term of this Agreement.
32. Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed by electronic signature, which
will be considered as an original signature for all purposes and have the same force and effect as an original
signature.For these purposes,"electronic signature"means electronically scanned and transmitted versions
(e.g.via pdf file or facsimile transmission)of an original signature,or signatures electronically inserted via
software such as Adobe Sign.
33. Entirety of Agreement. This Agreement,including all attachments and exhibits,contains
the entire understanding and agreement between City and Vendor,their assigns and successors in interest,
as to the matters contained herein. Any prior or contemporaneous oral or written agreement is hereby
declared null and void to the extent in conflict with any provision of this Agreement.
(signature page follows)
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement in multiples.
CITY OF FORT WORTH:
CONTRACT COMPLIANCE MANAGER:
By signing I acknowledge that I am the person responsible
for the monitoring and administration of this contract,
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By. Vale.Name: Valerie Washington requirements.
Title: Assistant City Manager
Date: 12022 By: Nixali Benitez(Jun17,202209:38CDT
Name: Nixalis Benitez
APPROVAL RECOMMENDED: Title: Code Compliance Supervisor
(7WIFgalalml APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:
By: Juli Ragland( un 17,202210:27 CDT)
Name: Julianne Ragland By: Christopher Auktria(Jun 17,202210:40 CDT)
Title: Environmental Program Manager Name: Christopher Austria
ATTEST: Title: Assistant City Attorney
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OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
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City Secretary Contract No.
EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Watergoat brand will provide the City with floating trash trap barriers that help to capture litter in our
waterways while also offering a free flow of water that does not affect our water levels.These Watergoats will be
added to creeks and/or channels to prevent debris from going into the Trinity River.
The Watergoat trash traps are floating devices that use and are composed of weighted-non gill netting, steel cable
and earth anchors.
Watergoats are designed to allow optimum flow at all times while only displacing 1/4"of water,allowing optimal
storm water flow.This will aid in never backing up the Solid Waste grid regardless of the captured debris amount.
The WATERGOAT's(all four designs)are engineered to raise and lower with rapidly fluctuating water levels.
The Watergoats will not add any harm to wildlife or their natural habit.The brand is non-toxic and uses marine-
grade materials.
No mechanical or moving parts which that can be operated by one sole person without entering the water or
specialized training.
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City Secretary Contract No.
EXHIBIT B
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
City intends to purchase up to ten(10)Watergoats from the Vendor.
Description Unit Price
Watergoat floating trash trap 1 $3,900
device.Using weighted-non gill
netting, steel cable and earth
anchors.
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EXHIBIT E
VERIFICATION OF SIGNATURE AUTHORITY
WATERGOAT,INC
6389 E. GRAYSON ST
INVERNESS,FL 34452
Execution of this Signature Verification Form ("Form") hereby certifies that the following
individuals and/or positions have the authority to legally bind Vendor and to execute any agreement,
amendment or change order on behalf of Vendor. Such binding authority has been granted by proper order,
resolution, ordinance or other authorization of Vendor. City is fully entitled to rely on the warranty and
representation set forth in this Form in entering into any agreement or amendment with Vendor. Vendor
will submit an updated Form within ten (10) business days if there are any changes to the signatory
authority.City is entitled to rely on any current executed Form until it receives a revised Form that has been
properly executed by Vendor.
1. Name: Jeff Mills
Position: Owner
Jeff Mil is(Jun 17,202210:37 EDT)
Signature
2. Name:
Position:
Signature
3. Name:
Position:
Signature
Name:
Jef ills(Jun 17,202210:37 EDT)
Signature of President/CEO
Other Title:
Date: J U n 17, 2022
FORT WORTH
CITY OF FORT WORTH
CHAPTER 252 EXEMPTION FORM
Instructions:Fill out the entire form with detailed information.Once you have completed this form,
provide it to the Purchasing attorney for review.The attorney will review the information you have
provided to determine whether an exemption to Chapter 252's biding requirements is defensible.
If you are printing this form to provide to Legal,please do not provide the Primer portion. Failure
to provide sufficient information may result in follow up questions and cause a delay in the
attorney's determination.
Section 1: General Information
Requesting Department: Code Compliance
Name of Contract Manager: Nixalis Benitez
Department's Attorney: Christa Reynolds
Item or Service sought:
Goods: Fq
Service: ❑
Anticipated Amount: 30,000
Vendor: Watergoat, Inc
Current/Prior Agreement for item/service: Yes ❑ No
CSC or Purchase Order#: [INSERT PREVIOUS CSC/PO # OR N/Al
Amount: [INSERT AMOUNT OR N/Al
Projected M&C Date: [INSERT DATE OR N/A]
How will this item or service be used? Watergoats create a barrier that helps to capture
litter in our waterways. We are proposing to add watergoats to creeks or channels to prevent
debris from going to the Trini . River.
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Section 2: Claimed Exemption and Justification (Other than sole source)
NOTE- For a claimed sole-source exemption, complete Section 3.
Please indicate the non-sole-source exemption you believe applies to the purchase and provide
information to support its applicability. Please refer to the Exemption Primer for detailed
information about common exemptions:
A procurement necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the City
of Fort Worth's residents;
n A procurement necessary because of unforeseen damage to public machinery,
equipment, or other property;
A procurement for personal, professional, or planning services;
A procurement for work that is performed and paid for by the day as the work
progresses;
n A purchase of land or a right-of-way;
n Paving drainage, street widening, and other public improvements, or related matters, if
at least one-third of the cost is to be paid by or through special assessments levied on
property that will benefit from the improvements;
n A public improvement project, already in progress, authorized by the voters of the
municipality, for which there is a deficiency of funds for completing the project in
accordance with the plans and purposes authorized by the voters;
n A payment under a contract by which a developer participates in the construction of a
public improvement as provided by Subchapter C, Chapter 212;
Personal property sold:
• at an auction by a state licensed auctioneer;
• at a going out of business sale held in compliance with Subchapter F,
Chapter 17, Business & Commerce Code;
• by a political subdivision of this state, a state agency of this state, or an
entity of the federal government; or
• under an interlocal contract for cooperative purchasing administered by a
regional planning commission established under Chapter 391;
F-I Services performed by blind or severely disabled persons;
Goods purchased by a municipality for subsequent retail sale by the municipality;
Electricity; or
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Advertising, other than legal notices.
Please provide details and facts to explain why you believe the exemption applies to the
purchase. You may also attach documentation to this form. See attached documentation.
Section 3: Claimed Sole-Source Exemption and Justification
NOTE - For any non-sole-source exemption, complete Section 2.
Please indicate the sole-source exemption you believe applies to the purchase and provide
information to support its applicability. Please refer to the Exemption Primer for detailed
information about common exemptions
*A procurement of items that are available from only one source, including:
• items that are available from only one source because of patents,copyrights,
secret processes, or natural monopolies;
• films,manuscripts, or books;
• gas, water, and other utility services;
• captive replacement parts or components for equipment;
• books, papers, and other library materials for a public library that are
available only from the persons holding exclusive distribution rights to the
materials; and
• management services provided by a nonprofit organization to a municipal
museum,park, zoo, or other facility to which the organization has provided
significant financial or other benefits;
How did you determine that the item or service is only available from one source?
Watergoat, Inc. is the sole owner of the brand Watergoat and is the only Sole Source provider of
the products known as Watergoat. The products are completely unique and have no known
competitor in design,price range, or capabilities,
Attach screenshots and provide an explanation of any independent research you conducted,
through internet searches, searching cooperatives, or discussions with others knowledgeable on
the subject matter that corroborate that the item is available only from a single source.
See attachments. There are other competitors with similar products, but they restrict the
waterflow.
hllps://www.erosionpollution.com/debris.html
https://www.elastec.com/solutions/water-pollution/trash-and-debris/
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Watergoat
*Free flow of water- Does not hold back water or affect water level
*Riverbeds- WATERGOAT does not require any device or structure to be placed on or attached
to the riverbed
*Wildlife-No harm to any wildlife or their natural habitat
*Environment- All non-toxic, marine grade materials
*Simplici . - One person can operate without heavy equipment, specialized training„ or entering
the water
*Maintenance-No mechanical or moving parts to maintain
*Cost-A fraction of the price of any other approach to removing litter from waterways
Did you attach a sole source justification letter? ® Yes ❑ No
Describe the uniqueness of the item or service (e.g. compatibility or patent issues, etc.).
The Watergoat:
Free flow of water- Does not hold back water or affect water level
The problem with not allowing free flow of water is that you could have a flooding issue. Since
we are in a floodplain, this will make the situation more difficult.
Watergoats are designed to allow optimum flow at all times. Watergoats only displace 1/4" of
water, allowing optimal storm water flow -never backing up the SW grid regardless of the
captured debris amount. The WATERGOAT (all four designs) engineered to raise and lower
with rapidly fluctuating water levels.
Riverbeds- WATERGOAT does not require any device or structure to be placed on or attached
to the riverbed
Wildlife-No harm to any wildlife or their natural habitat
Environment- All non-toxic, marine-grade materials
Simplici . - One person can operate without heavy equipment, specialized training, or entering
the water
Maintenance-No mechanical or moving parts to maintain
Cost- A fraction of the price of any other approach to removing litter from waterway
"Our brand is the only one that does not have anything_protruding down into the water that can
impede water flow. Ci . engineers are very concerned with anything that could restrict the free
flow of water in a storm water canal. We use marine grade netting that drapes under our string of
buoys. This type of netting is made of 1" squares of high strength, braided nylon string. This is
unique to our brand and allows the free flow of water without any diverting or restricting.
This proprietary system also has the unique advantage of light weight and flexibility that allows
for quick and easy removal in case of a natural disaster that would cause a rare flooding event." -
Jeff Mills WATERGOAT INC]
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Section 4: Attorney Determination
With the facts provided by the department, is the use of the claimed exemption defensible if the
City were to be challenged on this purchase? V1 Yes n No.
Was there anything attached to this form that was relied on in making this determination?
Yes V1 No.
If yes,please explain:[DESCRIBE ATTACHMENTS CONSIDERED]
Was there anything not included on this form or attached hereto that was relied on in malting this
determination? F-1 Yes VNo.
If yes,please explain:[EXPLAIN OUTSIDE SOURCE OF INFORMATION]
Will the standard terms and conditions apply? V1 Yes n No.
Will the contract require special terms? n Yes VI No.
Will the contract require review by the department attorney? V1 Yes n No.
Approved By:
�— _ 1/4/22
Date: [INSERT DATE]
Ta or Paris/Jessika Williams
Assistant City Attorney
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EXEMPTION FORM PRIMER
Below are explanations and examples of common exemptions that could apply to City purchases.
If you have questions about the information provided or need additional information, please
contact your department's assigned attorney or the appropriate purchasing attorney.
1. A procurement necessary to preserve or protect the public health or safety of the
municipality's residents;
Examples of activities that have been found to fall within this exception include ambulance
services; solid waste collection and disposal; and first-responder safety equipment such as
breathing apparatus for firefighters and bullet-proof vests for police officers.
2. A procurement necessary because of unforeseen damage to public machinery, equipment,
or other property;
Examples of this type of procurement would include repairing or replacing roofs and
windows damaged by hail or a tornado. But parts and services for routine maintenance or
replacement of old, worn out roofs or windows would not meet this exception.
3. A procurement for personal,professional, or planning services;
Personal services are ones that are unique to the individual providing them. Therefore
personal services contract cannot generally be subcontracted or assigned.
Professional services are not defined under Chapter 252, so there is no precise definition
to follow. There is no universal definition of this term, however, "several cases suggest
that it... is `predominately mental or intellectual, rather than physical or manual."' Tex.
Atty Gen Op. JM-940 (1988) (quoting Maryland Casualty Co. v. Cray Water Co., 160
S.W. 2d 102 (Tex. Civ. App.—Eastland 1942, no writ). The Texas Attorney General has
also opined that "professional services" no longer includes only the services of lawyers,
physicians, or theologians, but also those members of disciplines requiring special
knowledge or attainment and a high order of learning, skill, and intelligence. Id.
Facts needed to support a professional service exemption include the specialized
requirements of that profession and the mental and intellectual skill required by the person
while performing the service. Purchases of goods are not professional services.
4. A procurement of items that are available from only one source.
This exemption is commonly referred to as the sole source exemption. In determining
whether a purchase is of a good or service that is available from one source, you should
not consider price or time to receive the good or service.A sole source does not exist solely
on the basis of personal or departmental preference or a desire to keep all units the same
brand or make. The information needed to support this exemption is that no other provider
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can provide the service or category of good except for the vendor you are proposing. Some
examples of sole source purchases include service agreements when only one vendor is
authorized to work on the equipment by the manufacturer and allowing another vendor
would void the warranty; purchase of a good that is copyrighted or trademarked and only
provided by one vendor.
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WATERGOAT, INC
6389 E. Grayson St.
Inverness, FL 34452
352.302.4512
Statement of 'Sole Source' Provision
WATERGOAT, INC. is the sole owner of the brand WATERGOAT and is the only Sole Source
provider of the products known as WATERGOAT. WATERGOAT, INC. has been conducting
business as a 'Brand' since 2006, registered in the State of Florida.
WATERGOAT Stormwater products are completely unique and have no known competitor in
design, price range, or capabilities.
WATERGOAT unique design and function features:
Free flow of water- Does not hold back water or affect water level
No solid panels or barrier below the surface to restrict water flow
Our unique open netting allows for free flow of water and does not affect water level
WATERGOATS are designed to allow optimum flow at all times
WATERGOAT only displaces %" of water, allowing optimal storm water flow, never
backing up the SW grid regardless of the captured debris amount
All WATERGOATS engineered to raise and lower with rapidly fluctuating water levels
Riverbeds- WATERGOAT does not require any device or structure to be placed on or attached to
the riverbed
Wildlife- No harm to any wildlife or their natural habitat
Environment-All non-toxic, marine grade materials
Simplicity- One person can operate without heavy equipment, specialized training, or entering
the water
Maintenance- No mechanical or moving parts to maintain
Cost- A fraction of the price of any other approach to removing litter from waterways
Jeff Mills (jeff.watergoat@gmail.com)
WATERGOAT, INC
352.302.4512
Instagram-watergoatusa
www.watergoat.org
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENT
Pursuant to Chapter 176 of the Local Government Code, any person or agent of a person who contracts or seeks to
contract for the sale or purchase of property,goods, or services with a local governmental entity(i.e.The City of
Fort Worth)must disclose in the Questionnaire Form CIQ("Questionnaire")the person's affiliation or business
relationship that might cause a conflict of interest with the local governmental entity.By law,the Questionnaire
must be filed with the Fort Worth City Secretary no later than seven days after the date the person begins contract
discussions or negotiations with the City,or submits an application or response to a request for proposals or bids,
correspondence,or another writing related to a potential Agreement with the City.Updated Questionnaires must be
filed in conformance with Chapter 176.
A copy of the Questionnaire Form CIQ is enclosed with the submittal documents.The form is also available at
hl!p://www.ethics.state.tx.us/forms/CIQ.pdf.
If you have any questions about compliance,please consult your own legal counsel. Compliance is the individual
responsibility of each person or agent of a person who is subject to the filing requirement.An offense under Chapter
176 is a Class C misdemeanor.
NOTE: If you are not aware of a Conflict of Interest in any business relationship that you might have with
the City,use N/A in each of the areas on the form.However, a signature is required in the#4 box in all cases.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE FORM CIQ
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity
This questionnaire reflects changes made to the law by FLB. 23, 84th Leg., Regular Session. OFFICE USE ONLY
This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 17G,Local Govemment Code, Date Rwedrad
by a vendor who has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a)with a local
governmental entity and the vendor meets requirements under Section 176.aa6(a}.
By law this questionnaire must be filed with the records administrator of the local govemm ental
entity not later than the'7th business day after the date the vendor becomes aware of facts
that require the statement to befiied. See Section 176.006(a-1),Local Government Code,
A vendor oommits an offense if the vendor knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local
Government Code.An offense under this section is a misdemeanor.
1 Name ofvendorwho has a business relationship watt Local governmental entity.
WATERGOAT, INC.
Check this box if you are#fling an update to a previously filed questionnaire.
1The law requires that you file an updated completed questionnaire with the appropriate filing authority not
later than the 7th business day after the date on which you became aware that the originally fled questionnaire was
incomplete or inaccurate-)
3
Name of local government offfeer about whom the information In this section Is being disclosed.
N/A
Name of Officer
This section (item 3 including subparts A, B, C, & D) must be completed for each officer with whom the vendor has an
employment or other business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a), Local Government Code. Attach additional
pages to this Form CIQ as necessary_
A. Is the local government officer named in this section receiving or likely to receive taxable income, other than investment
income, from the vendor?
71 Yes E140
B. Is the vendor receiving or likely to receive taxable income,other than investment income,from or at the direction of the local
government officer named in this section AND the taxable income is not received from the local governmental entity?
Yes �No
C. Is the filer of this questionnaire employed by a corporation or other business entity with respect to which the local
government officer serves as an officer or director, or holds an ownership interest of one percent or more?
Yes 7 No
D. Cescribe each employment or business and family relationship with the local government officer named in this section.
N/A
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9"turelff v ndor doing business with the governmental entity
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