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VENDOR SERVICES AGREEMENT
A&G Piping,Inc.
This VENDOR SERVICES AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into by and
between the CITY OF FORT WORTH ("City"), a Texas home rule municipal corporation and
A&G Piping, Inc. ("Vendor"), a Texas Corporation, 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:
This Agreement and supporting documents shall include the following:
I. Exhibit A—Scope of Services;
2. Exhibit B—Price Schedule;
3. Exhibit C—Verification of Signature Authority Form and;
4. Exhibit D—Insurance Requirements.
Exhibits A, B, C and D, 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 shall perform Vendor shall perform plumbing services but not limited to City
owned/operated faculties, citizens residential and commercial private water, sewer and gas lines, as well
as, industrial areas damaged by City work crews performing construction activities or for plumbing
modifications and repairs for water meter connections on behalf of the Water Department. Exhibit"A,"-
Scope of Services more specifically describes the services to be provided hereunder.
2. TERM.
This Agreement shall begin on the Effective Date,as established herein,and shall expire one year
after completion of the Services, unless terminated earlier in accordance with this Agreement. City shall
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 options.
3. COMPENSATION.,
City shall pay Vendor in accordance with the fee schedule of Vendor personnel who perform
services under this Agreement in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement and Exhibit `B," ---
Price Schedule. Total payment made under this Agreement shall be in the amount of Three
Hundred Seven Thousand,Seven Hundred Thirty Seven Dollars and fifty cent ($307,737.50).
Vendor shall 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
shall not be liable for any additional expenses of Vendor not specified by this Agreement unless City
first approves such expenses in writing.
4. TERMINATION.
OFFICIAL RECORD
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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-Wropriation 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 shall 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 shall pay Vendor for services actually rendered up to the effective date of
termination and Vendor shall 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 shall 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 shall 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 shall treat all information provided to it by City ("City Information") as confidential and shall not
disclose any such information to a third party without the prior written approval of City.
5.3 Unauthorized Access.Vendor shall store and maintain City Information in a secure manner
and shall not allow unauthorized users to access, modify, delete or otherwise corrupt City Information in
any way. Vendor shall 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 shall,in good faith, use all
commercially reasonable efforts to cooperate with City in identifying what information has been accessed
by unauthorized means and shall fully cooperate with City to protect such City Information from further
unauthorized disclosure.
6. RIGHT TO AUDIT.
Vendor agrees that City shall, until the expiration of three(3)years after final payment under this
contract,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 shall have access during normal working hours to all
necessary Vendor facilities and shall be provided adequate and appropriate work space in order to conduct
audits in compliance with the provisions of this section. City shall give Vendor reasonable advance notice
of intended audits.
7. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
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It is expressly understood and agreed that Vendor shall 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 shall 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, consultants and
subcontractors. Vendor acknowledges that the doctrine of respondeat superior shall not apply as between
City, its officers, agents, servants and employees, and Vendor, its officers, agents, employees, servants,
Vendors and subcontractors. Vendor further agrees that nothing herein shall be construed as the creation
of a partnership or joint enterprise between City and Vendor. It is further understood that City shall in no
way be considered a co-employer or a joint employer of Vendor or any officers,agents,servants,employees
or subcontractor of Vendor, Neither Vendor,nor any officers,agents,servants,employees or subcontractor
of Vendor shall be entitled to any employment benefits from City. Vendor shall 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 or subcontractor.
8. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION.
8.1 LIABILITY- VENDOR SHALL 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 OR EMPLOYEES
8.2 GENERAL INDEMNIFICATION- VENDOR HEREBY COVENANTSANDAGREES
TO INDEMNIFY,HOLD HARMLESSAND DEFEND CITY,ITS OFFICERS,AGENTS,SERVANTS
AND EMPLOYEES,FROMANDAGAINSTANYANDALL CLAIMS OR LAWSUITS OFANY KIND
OR CHARACTER, WHETHER REAL OR ASSERTED, FOR EITHER PROPERTY DAMAGE OR
LOSS (INCLUDING ALLEGED DAMAGE OR LOSS TO VENDOR'S BUSINESS AND ANY
RESULTING LOST PROFITS)AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY,INCL UDING DEATH, TO ANYAND
ALL PERSONS, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT, TO THE
EXTENT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENT ACTS OR OMISSIONS OR MALFEASANCE OF
l VENDOR,ITS OFFICERS,AGENTS,SERVANTS OR EMPLOYEES.
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 � g Agreement, it being understood that this
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agreement to defend, settle or pay shall not apply if City modifies or misuses the software and/or
documentation. So long as Vendor bears the cost and expense of payment for claims or actions against
City pursuant to this section,Vendor shall 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 shall 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 shall 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 shall fully participate and cooperate with City in defense of such claim or action. City agrees
to give Vendor timel written notice of an such claim or
g y y action,with copes of all papers City may
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receive relating thereto. Notwithstanding the foregoing, City's assumption of payment of costs or
expenses shall 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 shall, 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 shall not assign or subcontract any of its primary duties, obligations
or rights under this Agreement without the prior written consent of City. If City grants consent to an
assignment,the assignee shall 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 and Assignee
shall be jointly 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 for primary duties,such subcontractor
shall execute a written agreement with Vendor referencing this Agreement under which subcontractor shall
agree to be bound by the duties and obligations of Vendor under this Agreement as such duties and
obligations may apply. Vendor shall provide City with a fully executed copy of any such subcontract.
10. INSURANCE.
Insurance requirements are found on Exhibit D.
11. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS ORDINANCES RULES AND REGULATIONS.
Vendor agrees that in the performance of its obligations hereunder, it shall 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 shall immediately desist from and correct the violation.
12. NON-DISCRIMINATION COVENANT.
Vendor, for itself, its personal representatives, assigns, subcontractors and successors in interest,
as part of the consideration herein, agrees that in the performance of Vendor's duties and obligations
hereunder,it shall 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, SUBCONTRACTORS OR SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST,
VENDOR AGREES TO ASSUME SUCH LIABILITY AND TO INDEMNIFY AND DEFEND CITY
AND HOLD CITY HARMLESS FROM SUCH CLAIM.
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13. NOTICES.
Notices required pursuant to the provisions of this Agreement shall be conclusively determined to
have been delivered when (1) hand-delivered to the other party, its agents, employees, servants or
representatives,(2)delivered by electronic means with 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 A&G Piping,Inc.
Attn: Dana Burghdoff,Assistant City Manager Name: Bobby Grimes
200 Texas Street Title:President
Fort Worth,TX 76102-6314
Facsimile: (817)392-8654 Date:
With copy to Fort Worth City Attorney's Office at
same address
14. SOLICITATION OR EMPLOYEES.
Neither City nor Vendor shall, 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 shall not
apply to an et nployce 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 shall 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.
17. GOVERNING LAW I VENUE.
This Agreement shall 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
shall 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.
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If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the validity,
legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not in any way be affected or impaired.
19. FORCE MAJEURE.
City and Vendor shall exercise their best efforts to meet their respective duties and obligations as
set forth in this Agreement, but shall not be held liable for any delay or omission in performance due to
force ma cure or other causes beyond their reasonable control, including, but not limited to; acts of the
public enemy, fires, strikes, lockouts, natural disasters, wars, riots, material or labor restrictions by any
governmental authority,and/or any other similar causes.
20. HEADINGS NOT CONTROLLIN
G.
Headings and titles used in this Agreement are for g g o reference purposes only, shall 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 art and its counsel have reviewed and revised this Agreement
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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 including its.
22. AMENDMENTS/MODIFICATIONS/EXTENSIONS.
No amendment,modification, or extension of this Agreement shall be binding upon a party hereto
unless set forth in a written instrument,which is executed by an authorized representative of each party.
23. ENTIRETY OF AGREEMENT.
This Agreement, including its 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.
24. COUNTERPARTS.
This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and each counterpart shall, for all
purposes, be deemed an original, but all such counterparts shall together constitute one and the same
instrument.
25. 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 shall 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.
26. IMMIGRATION NATIONALITY ACT.
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Vendor shall 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 shall provide City with copies of all I-9 forms and supporting eligibility
documentation for each employee who performs work under this Agreement. Vendor shall 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
SHALL INDEMNIFY CITY AND HOLD CITY HARMLESS FROM ANY PENALTIES,
LIABILITIES, OR LOSSES DUE TO VIOLATIONS OF THIS PARAGRAPH BY VENDOR,
VENDOR'S EMPLOYEES, SUBCONTRACTORS, AGENTS, OR LICENSEES. City, upon written
notice to Vendor, shall have the right to immediately terminate this Agreement for violations of this
provision by Vendor.
27. OWNERSHIP OF WORK PRODUCT.
City shall be the sole and exclusive owner of all reports, work papers, procedures, guides, and
documentation, created, published, displayed, and/or produced in conjunction with the services provided
under this Agreement(collectively,"Work Product"). Further, City shall 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 shall 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 shall 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.
28. SIGNATURE AUTHORITY.
The person signing this Agreement hereby warrants that he/she has 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 whose name,title and signature is affixed on
the Verification of Signature Authority Form, which is attached hereto as Exhibit"C". Each party is fully
entitled to rely on these warranties and representations in entering into this Agreement or any amendment
hereto.
29. CHANGE IN COMPANY NAME OR OWNERSHIP.
Vendor shall 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.
30. PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH COMPANIES THAT BOYCOTT ISRAEL.
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Vendor unless a sole proprietor, acknowledges that in accordance with Chapter 2271 of the Texas
Government Code, if Vendor has 10 or more full time-employees and the contract value is $100,000 or
more,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" shall have
the meanings ascribed to those terms in Section 808.001 of the Texas Government Code. By signing this
contract, Vendor certifies that Vendor's signature provides written verification to the City that if
Chapter 2271,Texas Government Code applies,Vendor: (1)does not boycott Israel;and(2)will not
boycott Israel during the term of the contract.
31. FROHIBITION 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, which will 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.
32. 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 which will 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.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed this Agreement to be effective as of
the date subscribed by the City's Assistant City Manager("Effective Date").
(signature page and exhibits fallow)
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ACCEPTED AND AGREED:
CITY OF FORT WORTH: VEND
Dana Burghdoff(Aug 4,2022 :185
By: Name: Dana Burghdoff By: Name: Bobby Grimes
Title: Assistant City Manager Title: President
Date: Date: L;?�q'zo 7 z-
APPROVAL RECOMMENDED:
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By: Christopher Hard (Aug2,202217:04 CDT)
Name: Chris Harder
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Title: City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: CONTRACT COMPLIANCE MANAGER:
By signing I acknowledge that I am the person
WV responsible for the monitoring and administration of
By: Mack(Aug2,202217:13CDT) this contract,including ensuring all performance and
Name: Doug Black reporting requirements.
Title: Sr.Assistant City Attorney
CONTRACT AUTHORIZATION: By:
M&C: 22-0499
DATE:June 28,2022 Name: Regina Jones
1295. 2022-896404 Title: Contract Compliance Specialist
OFFICIAL RECORD
Vendor Services Agreement(Rev9.07.21) CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
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PART—2
SCOPE OF SERVICESISPECIFICATIONS
1.0 SCOPE
1.1 The City of Fort Worth (City)seeks bids to finalize an agreement for plumbing services for
the Water Department on an "as needed" basis. Prospective responding bidders should
ensure the download all attachments for or complete responses and understanding of the
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agreement the City intends to award from this solicitation. The successful bidder(s), known
hereafter as"Contractor"/'Vendor."
1.2 Plumbing services shall be furnished for, but not limited to, City owned/operated faculties,
citizens residential and commercial private water, sewer and gas lines, as well as, industrial
areas damaged by City work crews performing construction activities or for plumbing
modifications and repairs for water meter connections.
1.2.1 City staff may also use these contracts for private water service inspection and
service line replacement under a"find and fix"solution for compliance with the
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (EPA 40 CFR, 141 and 142).
1.2.2 Contractor will conduct back flushing on lines requested by the City.
1.3 The quantities listed on the bid solicitation are only estimates based on previous usage and
do not indicate intent to purchase or a guarantee of future business. The City is obligated to
pay for only those services actually ordered by an authorized City employee and then
received as required and accepted by the City.
1.4 Following the award, additional services of the same general category that could have
been encompassed in the award of this Agreement, and that are not already on the
Agreement, may be added based on the discount bid and price sheet provided with the bid.
1.5 Unit prices shall include all costs associated with the specified work, including but not
limited to handling, delivery, fuel charges, fees and certifications fees. NO ADDITIONAL
CHARGES WILL BE ACCEPTED OR PAID BY THE CITY.
i 1.6 Any services that have been omitted from this scope of service that are clearly necessary
or in conformance shall be considered a requirement although not directly specified or
called for in the scope of services,
1.7 The submission of a bid by the bidder shall be considered evidence of compliance with
these requirements.
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2.0 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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TASK DATE
ITB Release Date Aril 13, 2022
Pre-Bid Conference April 20, 2022 at 1:00 PM (Local
Time
Deadline for Questions April 21, 2022 at 5PM (Local
Time
Answers Posted Aril 22, 2022
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ITB Responses Due Date AT 1:30 p.m, Local Time May 5, 2022
Recommended Vendor Selection May 2022
Mayor and Council Consideration Au ust 2022
Contract Execution Au ust 2022
3.0 CHANGE IN COMPANY NAME OR OWNERSHIP-The Vendor shall notify the 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 the company 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 do so may adversely impact future invoice payments.
4.0 METHOD OF AWARD
4.1 Bids will first be evaluated based upon bids received from a responsible bidder that
presents the best value to the City. A responsible bidder is defined as a bidder that:
4.1.1 Meets all the requirement listed in Section 5, Part 2.
4.1.2 Submits a completed bid package within the stated deadline and in accordance
with the bid specifications.
4.2 Bids that do not receive 50% or more of the total available points, excluding the points for
price,will be deemed non-responsive.
4.3 The following criteria will be used to determine the best value:
4.3.1 Cost of service—up to 40 points
4.3.2 Contractor's Qualifications, Experience, and References—up to 30 points
4.3.3 Availability of resources to provide services—up to 10 points
4.3.4 Contractor's approach to perform services—up to 20 points
4.4 In order for the City to receive adequate coverage on its requirements as specified in the
solicitation, the City reserves the right to make multiple awards.
4.5 The City reserves the right to accept or reject in whole or in part any or all bids received
and to make an award on the basis of individual item, combination of items, or overall bid,
as it is deemed in the best interest of the City. The City also reserves the right to reject the
bid of a bidder who has previously failed to perform properly or complete on time
agreements of a similar nature.
4.6 The City reserves and shall be free to exercise the right to evaluate bid in relation to
performance record of bidder with the City itself, another municipal corporation of like size,
or private corporations during the past two-year period. Such precautions are deemed to be
in the public interest inasmuch as Vendor failure or inability to furnish items within the
prescribed time can create emergency situations and impose unnecessary hardship on
both the City as a municipal corporation and the public at large.
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4.7 The evaluation factors listed above will be applied in a comparative manner to all eligible,
responsive bids. Award may be made without discussion with Bidders after bids are
received. Bids should, therefore, be submitted on the most favorable terms.
4.8 The City also reserves the right to reject the bid of a bidder who has previously failed to
perform properly or complete on time agreements of a similar nature.
5.0 CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER FOR THE BID TO BE EVALUATED
5.1 Contractor shall have a minimum of five(5)consecutive years of experience conducting
services similar or related to the Scope of Services.
5.2 Contractor shall have and operate a full-time, permanent business address with the ability
to be reached by email and telephone.
6.0 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES—Contractor Shall
6.1 Be available to provide plumbing services 24 hours per day and respond on-site to
emergency service calls within one (1) hour of notification.
6.2 Provide and install plumbing specialties, fixtures and equipment to repair or replace
existing plumbing related items.
6.3 Take before and after photos in digital format at the jobsite before commencing the work
and after work has been completed.
6.3.1 Be provided to the city.
6.3.2 Have work inspected by a representative from the Water Department upon
completion.
6.3.2.1 Representative will be determined at the time of inspection.
6.3.3 Provide in writing to the requesting department, an itemized description of items
and labor required to complete the job.
6.3.4 If the contractor encounters unforeseen conditions, which affects the work and
could not initially be evaluated,the contract shall notify the City's authorized
employee(s) immediately and prior to commencement of work.
6.3.6 Provide further digital photos as requested by the City.
6A Perform work in accordance with the latest edition of all applicable Local, State and Federal
laws, codes and regulations.
6.5 Respond to City requests for emergency service within one (1)hour of time notification.
6.6 Contact the requestor within one(1) hour of a City request for non-emergency to arrange
an arrival time.
6.7 DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS
6.7.1 General Parts Warranty
6.7.1.1 Use parts which carry the standard warranty of the manufacturer.
6.7.1.2 Remedy, at their expense, any non-conforming or defective products and
any damage to real or personal property owned or not by the City when
that damage is the result of a defective product.
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67.1.3 The City shall notify the contractor within a responsible period of time, any
part that has failed, defective or damaged.
6.7.1.4 If the contractor fails to remedy any failed, defective or damaged product
within a reasonable time after notification,the City shall have the right to
replace, repair, or otherwise remedy the product at the expense of the
contractor.
6.7.2 Warranty of Defective Work
6.7.2.1 Be wholly responsible for and shall promptly correct or restore all defective
work and damages to any jobsite caused by its activities.
6.7.2.2 The warranty with respect to labor on new installations, repairs and
replacement of products shall be one (1)year from the date of acceptance
by an authorized City employee.
6.7.2.3 Failure by the Contractor to proceed promptly, after notification from the
City, with corrective actions may be cause for cancellation of this Contract
with amount(s) necessary to correct defective work and/or damage being
withheld from payments due or to become due to the Contractor.
6.7.2.4 Restoration and correction shall be to the complete satisfaction of the City.
This shall apply to any part of a building/home, its appurtenances, the
adjacent grounds, or any other tangible damage incurred in the
performance of the Contract.
6.7.3 Supervision and Proper On-Site Conduct
6.7.3.1 During all periods of contract performance, provide competent supervision
of their employees to assure complete and satisfactory fulfillment of the
work under the terms of this Contract. An authorized contractor's
representative must be present during work activities to receive any special
instructions from an authorized City employee.
6.7.3.2 The City shall have the right to require that the contractor dismiss from the
premise any employee(s) of the Contractor whose conduct is improper,
inappropriate, or offensive and such employees shall not return to the
subject premise without written consent of the City.
6.7.4 Safety
6.7.4.1 Be thoroughly familiar with all prevailing safety measures pertinent to its
operations. This shall include, but is not limited to:
6.7.4.2 Environmental Health Protection Agency(EPA);
6.7.4.3 Fort Worth City Ordinances;
6.7.4.4 Occupational Safety and Health Agency(OSHA) regulations.
6.7.4.b Be wholly responsible for instructing its employees in these safety
measures and seeing that they are fully complied with in every respect.
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6.7.5 I.D, Badge
6.7.5.1 Contractor's employees are required to wear an identification badge at all
times while performing work under this agreement.
6.7.5.2 There may be times when the requesting department will issue City
Contractor I.D. badges for contractor's employees. The I.D. badges shall
be surrendered to the department representative upon the completion of
each project.
6.7.6 Clean-Up
6.7.6.1 Keep the premises free at all times from accumulation of waste materials
or rubbish, leaving the area as clean and free of spots, stains, etc. as
before the work was undertaken.
6.7.6.2 At the completion of the work, the remove all waste and rubbish from and
around the work area, as well as, tools, equipment and surplus materials.
6.7.6.3 Be responsible for the disposing/hauling of all trash, demolition debris,
unused materials, etc., in accordance with all Local, State and/or Federal
guidelines.
6.7.7 Compliance with Law
6.7.7.1 Comply with all applicable federal, state, local laws, ordinances, rules and
regulations pertaining to the performance of work specified herein even if
they come into effect after the start of the contract.
6.7.7.2 All mandates requiring the City to comply with new guidelines will also
require the City contractor's to comply.
6.7.7.3 Procure all permits, licenses and certificates, or federal, state, local laws,
ordinances, rule and regulations for the proper execution and completion of
work under this contract.
6.7.8 Background Check
6.7.8.1 When assigned to work within facilities subject to Federal Criminal Justice
Information Systems requirements, be finger printed and must pass a
criminal background check and drug screening.
6.7.8.2 Background checks must be done at the contractor's expense and
verification of a clear background must be given to the contract
administrator before the contractor's employee(s)are allowed to work in a
building which falls under this requirement.
6.7.9 Traffic Safety
6.7.9.1 At no time, place or use equipment in such a manner as to block traffic
lanes or to create safety hazards.
6.7.9.2 Provide appropriate warning devices when necessary and cooperate in the
fullest in allowing passage of other vehicles and personnel, even to the
point of interrupting their work, if necessary.
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6.7.10 Completion of Work
6.7.10.1 Understand and accept that failure of the City to insist on any one or more
instances upon performance of any of the terms and conditions of this
contract shall not be construed as a waiver or relinquishment of the future
performance of any terms and conditions, but the contractor's obligation
with respect to such performance shall continue in full force and effect.
6.7.10.2 Acknowledge the importance of time in completion of the work called for
under this contract.
6.7.10.3 Agree that all work shall be performed regularly, diligently and
uninterrupted at such a rate of progress as will ensure full completion
thereof within the time specified.
6.7.10.4 Acknowledge the full understanding of the extent and character of the
work required and conditions surrounding the performance of each job.
6.7,10.6 Agree that the City will not be responsible for any alleged
misunderstanding of the work to be furnished or completed or conditions
surrounding the performance. It is understood that the signed bid by the
contractor serves as a stated commitment to fulfill all the conditions of
the bid.
6.7.11 Cost
6.7.11.1 Provide cost estimates to the ordering department.
6.7.11.2 All estimated costs shall be itemized to show labor, material and parts
costs.
6.7.11.2.1 Material and parts costs shall be detailed separately.
6.7.11.3 Cost estimates do not have to be exact; however, they should reflect a
realistic dollar amount comparable to the work requested.
6.7.12 Invoices and Purchase Order
6.7.12.1 List hourly labor rates in actual time worked on-site to the nearest half
hour on all invoices.
6.7.12.2 Include the purchase order(PO) number on all invoices.
6.7.12.3 charge a cost plus mark-up percentage on the bid document for items
such as:
6.7.12.3.1 Equipment;
6.7.12.3.2 Parts;
6.7.12.3.3 Fixtures;
6.7.12.3.4 Materials
6.7.12.4 Any delays in service and travel time will not be paid by the City under
the terms of the contract.
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6.7.13 Licenses and Certifications
6.7.13.1 Possess all applicable licenses and certifications as it pertains to the
scope of services for this bid.
6.7.13.2 Provide proof of each Master Plumber's certification or licensure,
performing the work for this contract.
6.7.14 Contractor's Employees
6.7.14.1 Provide proof that he/she maintains an adequate number of employees
to satisfactory perform scheduled and emergency services 24 hours per
day, 365 days per year.
j 6.7.14.2 Be skilled, responsible, and who in manner, possess a character which is
suitable to a business administering to the type of patronage expected of
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a City contractor,
6.7.15 Equipment
6.7.15.1 Provide proof he/she has all the necessary tools, equipment and vehicles
to properly provide all plumbing services as it relates to the scope of
work for this bid.
6.7.15.2 Have company vehicles which are clearly marked with the company
name,
6.7.16 Service Call Hours
6.7.16.1 Perform service requests during the following hours:
6.7.16.1.1 Regular Hours shall be Monday through Friday 7:30 AM—
5:30 PM
6.7.16.1.2 After Hours shall be Monday through Friday 5:30 PM--
7:30 AM
6.7.16.1.3 Weekend Hours shall be Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM—
5:00 PM
6.7.16.1.4 Weekend After Hours shall be Saturday and Sunday 8:00
PM-7:30AM
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6.7.16.1.5 Holiday Hours shall be all City observed as follows:
6.7.16.1.5.1 New Year's
6.7.16.1.5.2 Martin Luther King
6.7.16.1.5.3 Memorial Day
6.7.16.1.5.4 Juneteenth
6.7.16.1.5.5 July 41h
6.7.16.1.5.6 Labor Day
6.7.16.1.5.7 Thanksgiving Thursday and the following
Friday
6.7,16.1.5.8 Christmas
7.0 CITY REQUIREMENTS AND RESERVATIONS
8.1 The City will identify the location, City contact, and description of the service request to the
Contractor.
8.2 The City will provide a purchase order number before the commencement of any service.
8.0 LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND ORDINANCES
8.1 The Vendor shall be responsible for meeting all Federal: laws, ordinances and regulations;
State: laws, ordinance and regulations; County: laws, ordinances and regulations; and City:
laws, ordinances, and regulations for safety of people, environment, and property. This
includes, but is not limited to, all Federal, State, County, and City Agencies, Administrations
and Commissions such as the Environmental Protection Agency(EPA), Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Texas Commission on Environmental
Quality(TCEQ). In the event any law, regulation or ordinance becomes effective after the
start of this Agreement, the Vendor is required to comply with new policy. Any mandates
requiring the City to comply with new guidelines will also require the Vendor to comply.
9.0 INVOICING REQUIREMENTS
9.1 The City of Fort Worth has begun implementing an automated invoicing system.
9.2 The Contractor shall send invoices electronically to our centralized Accounts Payable
department invoice email address: supplierinvoices(o-),fortworthtexas.gov. This email
address is not monitored so please do not send correspondence to this email address.
The sole purpose of the supplier invoices email address is to receipt and process supplier
invoices.
9.3 Please include the following on the subject line of your e-mail: vendor name, invoice
number, and PO number, separated by an underscore (ex: Example, Inc._123456_FW013-
0000001234)
9.4 To ensure the system can successfully process your invoice in an expedient manner,
please adhere to the following requirements:
• All invoices must be either a PDF or TIFF format.
• Image quality must be at least 300 DPI (dots per inch).
• Invoices must be sent as an attachment(i.e. no invoice in the body of the email).
• One invoice per attachment (includes PDFs). Multiple attachments per email is
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acceptable but each invoice must be a separate attachment.
• Please do not send handwritten invoices or invoices that contain handwritten notes.
• Dot matrix invoice format is not accepted.
• The invoice must contain the following information:
• Supplier Name and Address;
• Remit to Supplier Name and Address, if different;
• Applicable City Department business unit#(i.e. FW013)
• Complete City of Fort Worth PO number (i.e. the PO number must contain all
preceding zeros);
• Invoice number;
• Invoice date; and
• Invoices should be submitted after delivery of the goods or services.
9.5 To prevent invoice processing delays, please do not send invoices by mail and email and
please do not send the same invoice more than once by email to
supplierinvoicesCcDfortworthtexas.gov. To check on the status of an invoice, please contact
the City Department ordering the goods/services or the Central Accounts Payable
Department by email at: ZZ FIN AccountsPayableQfortworth texas.gov.
9.6 If you are unable to send your invoice as outlined above at this time, please send your
invoice to our centralized Accounts Payable department instead of directly to the individual
city department. This will allow the city staff to digitize the invoice for faster processing.
9.7 If electronic invoicing is not possible, you may send your paper invoice to:
City of Fort Worth
Attn: FMS Central Accounts Payable
200 Texas Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76102
The City's goal is to receive 100% of invoices electronically so that all supplier payments
are processed efficiently. To achieve this goal, we need the Contractor's support.
If Contractor has any questions, please contact the Accounts Payable team at (817) 392-
2451 or by email to ZZ FIN AccountsPa able fortworthtexas. ov.
10.8 Contractor shall not include Federal, State of City sales tax in its invoices. City shall furnish
a tax exemption certificate upon Vendor's request.
11.0 UNIT PRICE ADJUSTMENT
11.1 The unit prices may be adjusted for increases or decreases in Vendor's cost during the
renewal period but before the effective date of the renewal upon written request from the
Vendor.
11.2 The Vendor must submit its price adjustment request, in writing, at least 60 days before the
renewal effective period. The Vendor shall provide written proof of cost increases with
price adjustment request.
11.3 If the City concludes that the rate increase being requested is exorbitant, the City reserves
the right to adjust the rate request, or reject the rate request in its entirety and allow the
contract to expire at the end of the contract term. If the City elects not to exercise the
renewal option, the Purchasing Division will issue a new solicitation.
11.4 Prices bid shall remain firm for each one-year term of the Agreement and shall include all
associated freight and delivery costs.
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11.5 Prices offered shall be used for bid analysis and for Agreement pricing. In cases of errors in
extensions or totals,the unit prices offered will govern.
11.6 Upon expiration of the Agreement term the successful bidder, agrees to hold over under
the terms and conditions of this Agreement for a reasonable period of time to allow the city
to re-bid an agreement, not to exceed ninety(90)days.Vendor will be reimbursed for this
service at the prior agreement rate(s). Vendor shall remain obligated to the City under all
clauses of this Agreement that expressly or by their nature extends beyond and survives
the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
11.7 Goods and/or services shall not be suspended by the Vendor without a 30 day prior written
notice to the City.
12.0 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS—The Contractor shall carry insurance in the types and amounts
for the duration of this contract as listed in the draft service agreement,Attachment D to this
solicitation, and furnish certificates of insurance along with copies of policy declaration pages and
policy endorsements as evidence thereof.
13.0 PERFORMANCE- Failure of the City to insist in any one or more instances upon performance of
any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver or
relinquishment of the future performance of any terms and conditions, but the Vendor's obligation
with respect to such performance shall continue in full force and effect.
14.0 SUBCONTRACTING - No subcontracting of the work under this contract will be allowed without
written permission from the City.
15.0 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS
15.1 The Vendor is required to notify the City immediately of any hazardous conditions and/or
damage to any property.
15.2 Hazardous materials shall be handled with care and workers shall wear Personal Protective
Equipment(PPE)while handling hazardous material. If there are questions regarding how
to dispose of materials, the Contractor shall contact City of Fort Worth Code Compliance at
817-392-1234.
16.0 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION AND TERMINATION
16.1 Contract administration will be performed by the City Department. In the event the Vendor
fails to perform according to the terms of the agreement, The Department head or his/her
designee will notify the Vendor, in writing, of its failures, A meeting may be arranged to
discuss the Vendor's deficiencies. A written cure notice may be prepared giving the
Vendor 14 calendar days to cure any deficiency.
16.2 In the event the Vendor continues with unsatisfactory performance, the department will
promptly notify the Purchasing Manager who will take appropriate action to cure the
performance problem(s), which could include cancellation, termination for convenience or
default. If the agreement is terminated for default, the Vendor may be held liable for excess
cost and/or liquidated damages.
16.3 The Vendor will be paid only those sums due and owing under the agreement for services
satisfactorily rendered, subject to offset for damages and other amounts which are, or
which may become, due and owing to the City.
16.4 The City reserves the right to terminate this agreement, or any part hereof, for its sole
convenience. in the event of such termination, the Vendor shall immediately stop all work
hereunder and shall immediately cause any and all of its suppliers and subVendors to
cease work. Subject to the terms of this agreement, the Vendor shall be paid a percentage
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of the agreement price reflecting the percentage of the work performed prior to the notice of
termination, plus reasonable charges the Vendor can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
City using its standard record keeping system, have resulted from the termination.
However, in no event shall the total of all amounts paid to the Vendor exceed the
agreement price. The Vendor shall not be reimbursed for any profits which may have been
anticipated, but which have not been earned u to the date of termination.
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17.0 RIGHTS TO INVENTIONS MADE UNDER A CONTRACT OR AGREEMENT
17.1 If the Federal award meets the definition of"funding eCFR—Code of Federal Regulations
agreement" under 37 CFR 401.2 a and the recipient or subreci lent wishes g to enter into
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a contract with a small business firm or nonprofit organization regarding the substitution of
parties, assignment or performance of experimental, developmental, or research work
under that"funding agreement,"the recipient or subrecipient must comply with the
requirements of 37 CFR Part 401, "Rights to Inventions Made by Nonprofit Organizations
and Small Business Firms Under Government Grants, Contracts and Cooperative
Agreements," and any implementing regulations issued by the awarding agency.
18.0 CLEAN AIR ACT AND FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT
18.1 Vendor shall comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to
the Clean Air Act(42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as
amended (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387). Violations must be reported to the Federal awarding
agency and the Regional Office of the Environmental Protection Agency(EPA).
19.0 DEIBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
19.1 Per Executive Orders 12549 and 12689, a contract award (see 2 CFR 180.220) shall not
be made to parties listed on the government-wide exclusions in the System for Award
Management (SAM), in accordance with the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement
Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR part 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689(3 CFR part 1989
Comp., p. 235), "Debarment and Suspension." SAM Exclusions contains the names of
parties debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded by agencies, as well as parties
declared ineligible under statutory or regulatory authority other than Executive Order
12649,
20.0 BYRD ANTI-LOBBYING AMENDMENT 31 U.S.C. 1352
20.1 Firms that apply or bid for an award exceeding $100,000.00 must file the required
certification. Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not used Federal
appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to
influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with
obtaining any Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each
tier must also disclose any lobbying with non-Federal funds that takes place in connection
with obtaining any Federal award. Such disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the
non-Federal award.
20.2 Bidders shall provide proof of Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment certification filings with their
bid, if the bid exceeds $100,000.00
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EXHIBIT B
PRICE SCHEDULE
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Total Bid Amount: �.25000
A bid of"0"(zero)will be Interpreted by the City as a no-charge(free)item and the City will not expect to
pay for that item.A bid of"no bid°or no response(space left blank)will be Interpreted by the City that the
Offeror does not wish to bid on that item,Be advised,a"no bid"or no response may be considered as
non-responsive and may reGUIt In disqualification of the bid.
Markup OVER BIDDER'S COSTS FOR PARTS,MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
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entage Bid to$150,000.00 to Obtain Correct Sum.)
Example:$150,000.00 x 1o%=$15,000.00;$160.000+15,000 $165,000
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EXHIBIT C
VERIFICATION OF SIGNATURE AUTHORITY
Vendor hereby agrees to provide City with independent audit basic financial statements, but also the fair
presentation of the financial statements of individual funds,
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: T-Mcy RuErj
Positi U(C P si de i'fi
2. Name.
Position:
Signature
3. Name:
Position:
Signature
Name:
Signature of President/CEO
Other Title:
Date:
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EXHIBIT D
INSURANCE
Vendor Services Agreement--Exhibit D(Rev.9.07 2t) Page 14 of 14
w Hill Nvvi m ...Send to Pci er Clo e
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: Tuesday, June 28,2022 REFERENCE NO.: **M&C 22-0499
LOG NAME: 13P ITB 22-0110 PLUMBING SERVICES
SUBJECT:
(ALL)Authorize Non-Exclusive Purchase Agreements with A& G Piping Services,Inc., and Jackey Ray
Dunn, Jr. d/b/a Romance Services, for Plumbing Services in an Annual Amount of Up to $879,250.00 and
Authorize Pour One-Year Renewals for the Same Annual Amount for the Water Department
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize non-exclusive purchase agreements with A & G Piping
Services, Inc., and Jackey Ray Dunn, Jr. dlb/a Romance Services, for plumbing services in
an annual amount of up to$879,250.00 and authorize four one-year renewals for the same annual
amount for the Water Department.
DISCUSSIOly:
The Water Department,approached the Purchasing division to procure an agreement for Plumbing
Services. The Purchasing Division issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) 22-0110. The bid detailed
specifications describing the required services.
The ITB was advertised in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram on Wednesdays from April 13, 2022 through
May 4, 2022, and three(3) responses were received. Staff evaluated the responses based on the best value
to the City and compliance with a five (5)percent Business Equity Goal.A& G Piping, Inc, O'Grady
Plumbing, and Jackey Ray Dunn, Jr. dlbla Romance Services were the three responding bidders,however,
O'Grady Plumbing was deemed non-responsive for failure to meet the Business Equity requirements.
A team of three evaluators consisting of members from the Water and Transportation and Public Works
Departments evaluated and scored A& G Services and Romance Services on the following criteria:
A)Contractor's Qualifications, Experience, and References
B)Availability of resources to provide services
C) Contractor's approach to perform services.
The scores were averaged as follows:
JE ML.FINAL SCORE _
A& G Piping, Inc 22.0[::5.]71 12.71 75.86
Romance Services 25.0 6.0 12.7 83.67�
FUNDING: The maximum annual amount allowed under this agreement will be $879,250.00, however,
the actual amount used will be based on the need of the department and the available budget. Funding is
budgeted in the Water Department's rollup within the Water& Sewer Fund.
Funding will be split as follows:
A & G Piping, Inc $571,512.50
Romance Services 1$307,737.50
BUSINESS EQUITY - A& G Piping, Inc. and Jackey Ray Dunn, Jr. dlb/a Romance Services are in
compliance with the City's Business Equity Ordinance by committing up to 51% Business Equity
participation on this project. The City's Business Equity goal on this project is 51%.
AGREEMENT TERMS: Upon City Council approval, the agreement will begin upon execution and will
end one year from that date.
RENEWAL OPTIONS: This agreement may be renewed for up to (4)four one-year terms at the City's
option. This action does not require specific City Council approval provided that the City Council has
appropriated sufficient funds to satisfy the City's obligations during the renewal term.
ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGE ORDER: An administrative change order or increase may be made by the
City Manager up to the amount allowed by relevant law and the Fort Worth City Code and does not
require specific City Council approval as long as sufficient funds have been appropriated.
FISCAL INFORMATION I CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that funds are available in the current operating budget, as previously
appropriated, in the Water and Sewer Fund to support the approval of the above recommendation and
award of the agreement. Prior to any expenditure being incurred,the Water Department has the
responsibility to validate the availability of funds.
BQNII
FUND IDENTIFIERS (FID!j.:
TO
Fund Department Account Project ProgramActivity Budget Reference# (Chartfield Amount
ID ID Year 2)
FROM
Fund Department Account Project ProaramActivity Budget Reference# (Chartfield Amount
ID ID b Year 2)
CERTIFICATIONS:
Submittedjor City Manager's Office b
Reginald Zeno (8517)
Dana Burgdoff (8018)
Originating Department Head: Anthony Rousseau (8338)
Chris Harder (5020)
Additional Information Contact: Cynthia Garcia (8525)
Ashley Kadva (2047)
ATTACHMENTS
1, 1.295 22-0110 (CFW)pdf (CFw Internal)
2. 13P ITB 22-0110 PLUMBING SERVI, ES.docx (Public)
3. 13P ITB 22-0110 PLUMBING SER`JICES.xlsx (CFW Intema])
4. 22-OlO Plumbing Services-Compliance Memo 6.8 22 RZ pdf (CFW Internal)
5. Form IN5 A&G Piping, Inc ITS 22„01 l0.12df (CFW Internal)
6. Purchasing_Goal-Waiver Form QVIN_2021_Signed 4 6,22..GV pdf (CFW Internal)
7. SAMs-A-and-G-Piping-Inc,pdf (CFW Internal)
8. SAMs-Romance-Services.p f (CFW Internal)
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