HomeMy WebLinkAboutContract 60142CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS CSC N O. 60142
STANDARD AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
FIRE STATION COMMUNITY CENTER — RENOVATION & ADDITION
This AGREEMENT is between the City of Fort Worth, a Texas home -rule municipality (the
"CITY"), and OWT Architects, PLLC, authorized to do business in Texas, an independent
contractor ("Consultant"), for a PROJECT generally described as: Fire Station
Community Center — Renovation & Addition.
The Agreement documents shall include the following:
1. This Standard Agreement for Professional Services;
2. Attachment "A" — Scope of Services;
3. Attachment "B" — Verification of Signature Authority Form.
Attachments "A" and "B", 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 Attachments "A" or "B" and the terms and conditions set forth in the body of
this Agreement, the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall control.
Article I
Scope of Services
(1) Consultant hereby agrees to perform as an independent contractor the services
set forth in the Scope of Services attached hereto as Attachment "A". These
services shall be performed in connection with Fire Station Community Center —
Renovation & Addition.
(2) Additional services, if any, will be requested in writing by the City. City shall not
pay for any work performed by Consultant or its subconsultants, subcontractors
and/or suppliers that has not been ordered in writing. It is specifically agreed that
Consultant shall not be compensated for any alleged additional work resulting
from oral orders of any person.
Article II
Compensation
Consultant shall be compensated in accordance with the Fee Schedule shown in
Attachment "A". Payment shall be considered full compensation for all labor, materials,
supplies, and equipment necessary to complete the services described in Attachment
"A". However, the total fee paid by the City for Phase I — Feasibility, Programming
and Schematic Design shall not exceed a total of $94,500.00 unless the City and the
Consultant mutually agree upon a fee amount for additional services and amend this
Agreement accordingly.
The Consultant shall provide monthly invoices to the City. Payment for services
rendered shall be due within thirty (30) days of the uncontested performance of the
particular services so ordered and receipt by City of Consultant's invoice for payment of
same.
Acceptance by Consultant of said payment shall operate as and shall release the City
OFFICIAL RECORD
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FT. WORTH, TX
from all claims or liabilities under this Agreement for anything related to, done, or
furnished in connection with the services for which payment is made, including any act
or omission of the City in connection with such services.
Upon completion, the Architect may, at its option, utilize the Project to qualify for the
Energy Efficient Commercial Building Federal Tax Deduction (179D) as permitted under
IRS guidelines. If requested, the Owner shall acknowledge the Architect as the
"Designer" of the Project by completing an allocation form (that Architect will provide)
and shall allow the Architect's independent third -party evaluation firm (and its licensed
inspector) reasonable access to perform a one-time, on -site inspection and certification
of the Project's HVAC, interior lighting and/or building envelope systems.
Article III
Term
Unless terminated pursuant to the terms herein, this Agreement shall be for a term of two -
years, beginning upon the date of its execution, or until the completion of the subject
matter contemplated herein, whichever occurs first.
Article IV
Independent Contractor
Consultant shall operate hereunder as an independent contractor, and not as an officer,
agent, servant, or employee of the City. Consultant shall have exclusive control of and the
exclusive right to control the details of its work to be performed hereunder and all persons
performing same, and shall be solely responsible for the acts and omissions of its officers,
agents, employees, contractors and subcontractors. The doctrine of respondent superior
shall not apply as between City and Consultant, its officers, agents, employees,
contractors, and subcontractors, and nothing herein shall be construed as creating a
partnership or joint venture between City and Consultant.
Article V
Professional Competence and Indemnification
(1) Work performed by Consultant shall comply in all aspects with all applicable
local, state and federal laws and with all applicable rules and regulations
promulgated by the local, state and national boards, bureaus and agencies.
Approval by the City shall not constitute or be deemed to be a release of the
responsibility and liability of Consultant or its officers, agents, employees,
contractors and subcontractors for the accuracy and competency of its services
performed hereunder.
(2) In accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 271.904, the
Consultant shall indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the City against
liability for any damage caused by or resulting from an act of negligence,
intentional tort, intellectual property infringement, or failure to pay a
subcontractor or supplier committed by the Consultant or Consultant's
agent, consultant under contract, or another entity over which the
Consultant's exercises control.
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Insurance
(1) Consultant shall not commence work under this Agreement until it has obtained
all insurance required under this Article and the City has approved such
insurance, nor shall Consultant allow any subcontractor to commence work on its
subcontract until all similar insurance of the subcontractor has been so obtained
and approval given by the City; provided, however, Consultant may elect to add
any subconsultant as an additional insured under its liability policies.
Commercial General Liability
$1,000,000 each occurrence
$2,000,000 aggregate
Automobile Liability
$1,000,000 each accident (or reasonably equivalent limits of
coverage if written on a split limit basis). Coverage shall be on
any vehicle used in the course of the Project.
Worker's Compensation
Coverage A: statutory limits
Coverage B: $100,000 each accident
$500,000 disease - policy limit
$100,000 disease - each employee
(2) Additional Insurance Requirements
a. Except for employer's liability insurance coverage under Consultant's worker's
compensation insurance policy, the City, its officers, employees and servants
shall be endorsed as an additional insured on Consultant's insurance policies.
b. Certificates of insurance shall be delivered to the Architectural Services,
Attention: Nikita Watts, 401 West 13th Street, Fort Worth, TX 76012, prior to
commencement of work.
c. Any failure on part of the City to request required insurance documentation
shall not constitute a waiver of the insurance requirements specified herein.
d. Each insurance policy shall be endorsed to provide the City a minimum thirty
days notice of cancellation, non -renewal, and/or material change in policy terms
or coverage. A ten days notice shall be acceptable in the event of non-payment
of premium.
e. Insurers must be authorized to do business in the State of Texas and have a
current A.M. Best rating of A: VII or equivalent measure of financial strength and
solvency.
f. Other than worker's compensation insurance, in lieu of traditional insurance,
City may consider alternative coverage or risk treatment measures through
insurance pools or risk retention groups. The City must approve in writing any
alternative coverage.
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g. Workers' compensation insurance policy(s) covering employees employed on
the Project shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation providing rights of
recovery in favor of the City.
h. City shall not be responsible for the direct payment of insurance premium
costs for Consultant's insurance.
i. Consultant's insurance policies shall each be endorsed to provide that such
insurance is primary protection and any self -funded or commercial coverage
maintained by City shall not be called upon to contribute to loss recovery.
j. In the course of the Agreement, Consultant shall report, in a timely manner, to
City's officially designated contract administrator any known loss occurrence
which could give rise to a liability claim or lawsuit or which could result in a
property loss.
k. Consultant's liability shall not be limited to the specified amounts of insurance
required herein.
I. Upon the request of City, Consultant shall provide complete copies of all
insurance policies required by these Agreement documents.
Article VII
Transfer or Assignment
City and Consultant each bind themselves, and their lawful successors and assigns, to this
Agreement. Consultant, its lawful successors and assigns, shall not assign, sublet or
transfer any interest in this Agreement without prior written consent of the City.
Article VIII
Termination of Contract
(1) City may terminate this Agreement for its convenience on 30 days' written notice.
Either the City or the Consultant for cause may terminate this Agreement if either
Party fails substantially to perform through no fault of the other and does not
commence correction of such nonperformance with 5 days of written notice and
diligently complete the correction thereafter
(2) If City chooses to terminate this Agreement under Article 8, upon receipt of notice
of termination, Consultant shall discontinue services rendered up to the date of
such termination and City shall compensate Consultant based upon calculations
in Article II of this Agreement.
(3) All reports, whether partial or complete, prepared under this Agreement,
including any original drawings or documents, whether furnished by the City, its
officers, agents, employees, consultants, or contractors, or prepared by
Consultant, shall be or become the property of the City, and shall be furnished to
the City prior to or at the time such services are completed, or upon termination
or expiration of this Agreement.
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Right to Audit
(1) Consultant agrees that the City shall, until the expiration of three (3) years after final
payment under this Agreement, have access to and the right to examine any
directly pertinent books, documents, papers and records of Consultant involving
transactions relating to this Agreement. Consultant agrees that the City shall have
access during normal working hours to all necessary facilities and shall be provided
adequate and appropriate workspace in order to conduct audits in compliance with
the provisions of this section. City shall give Consultant reasonable advance notice
of intended audits.
(2) Consultant further agrees to include in all its subcontracts hereunder, a provision
to the effect that the subcontracting consultant agrees that the City shall, until the
expiration of three (3) years after final payment under the subcontract, have
access to and the right to examine any directly pertinent books, documents,
papers and records of such sub -consultant, involving transactions to the
subcontract, and further, that City shall have access during normal working hours
to all sub -consultant facilities, and shall be provided adequate and appropriate
work space in order to conduct audits in compliance with the provisions of this
article. City shall give Consultant and any sub -consultant reasonable advance
notice of intended audit.
(3) Consultant and sub -consultants agree to photocopy such documents as may be
requested by the City. The City agrees to reimburse Consultant for the cost of
copies at the rate published in the Texas Administrative Code in effect as of the
time copying is performed.
Article X
Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) Participation
In accordance with the City's Business Equity Ordinance No. 25165-10-2021, Chapter 20
Article X of the City of Fort Worth, as amended, the City has goals for the participation of
minority business enterprises and/or women business enterprises in City contracts.
Consultant acknowledges the MWBE goals established for this Agreement and its
accepted written commitment to MWBE participation. Any misrepresentation of facts
(other than a negligent misrepresentation) and/or the commission of fraud by the
Consultant may result in the termination of this Agreement and debarment from
participating in City contracts for a period of time of not less than three (3) years.
Article XI
Observe and Comply
Consultant shall at all times observe and comply with all federal, state, and local laws and
regulations and with all City ordinances and regulations which in any way affect this
Agreement and the work hereunder, and shall observe and comply with all orders, laws
ordinances and regulations which may exist or may be enacted later by governing bodies
having jurisdiction or authority for such enactment. No plea of misunderstanding or
ignorance thereof shall be considered. Consultant agrees to defend, indemnify and hold
harmless City and all of its officers, agents and employees from and against all claims or
liability arising out of the violation of any such order, law, ordinance, or regulation, whether
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it be by itself or its employees.
Article XII
Venue and Jurisdiction
If any action, whether real or asserted, at law or in equity, arises on the basis of any
provision of 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. This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the
laws of the State of Texas.
Article XIII
Contract Construction
The Parties acknowledge that each party and, if it so chooses, its counsel have
reviewed and revised this Agreement and that the normal rule of construction to the
effect that any ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party must not be
employed in the interpretation of this Agreement or any amendments or exhibits hereto.
Article XIV
Severability
The provisions of this Agreement are severable, and if any word, phrase, clause,
sentence, paragraph, section or other part of this Agreement or the application thereof
to any person or circumstance shall ever be held by any court of competent jurisdiction
to be invalid or unconstitutional for any reason, the remainder of this Agreement and the
application of such word, phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph, section, or other part of
this Agreement to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby and this
Agreement shall be construed as if such invalid or unconstitutional portion had never
been contained therein.
Headings
The headings contained herein are for the convenience in reference and are not
intended to define or limit the scope of any provision of this Agreement.
Article XVI
Immigration Nationality Act
City actively supports the Immigration & Nationality Act (INA) which includes provisions
addressing employment eligibility, employment verification, and nondiscrimination. Vendor
shall verify the identity and employment eligibility of all employees who perform work under
this Agreement. Vendor shall complete the Employment Eligibility Verification Form (1-9),
maintain photocopies of all supporting employment eligibility and identity documentation
for all employees, and upon request, provide City with copies of all 1-9 forms and
supporting eligibility documentation for each employee who performs work under this
Agreement. Vendor shall establish appropriate procedures and controls so that no
services will be performed by any employee who is not legally eligible to perform such
services. Vendor shall provide City with a certification letter that it has complied with the
verification requirements required by this Agreement. Vendor shall indemnify City from any
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penalties or liabilities due to violations of this provision. City shall have the right to
immediately terminate this Agreement for violations of this provision by Vendor.
Article XVII
No Bovcott of Israel
If Architect has fewer than 10 employees or the Agreement is for less than $100,000,
this section does not apply. Architect acknowledges that in accordance with Chapter
2270 of the Texas Government Code, 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 Agreement, Architect certifies that Architect's signature provides written
verification to City that Architect: (1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott
Israel during the term of the Agreement.
Article XVIII
Prohibition on Bovcottinq 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.
Article XIX
Prohibition on Discrimination Aqainst 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
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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.
Article XX
Notices
Notices to be provided hereunder shall be sufficient if forwarded to the other Party by
hand -delivery or via U.S. Postal Service certified mail return receipt requested, postage
prepaid, to the address of the other Party shown below:
City of Fort Worth:
Attn: Nikita Watts
Sr Capital Projects Officer
401 West 13th Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
Consultant:
O Architects, PLLC
Attn: Jim Tharp, AIA
5049 Edwards Ranch Road #04-138
Fort Worth, TX 76109
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Executed effective as of the date signed by the Assistant City Manager below.
FORT WORTH:
City of Fort Worth
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By:
Dana Burghdoff (Sep 0, 2023 CDT)
Name: Dana Burghdoff
Title: Assistant City Manager
Date: Sep 20, 2023
Approval Recommended:
By:
Name: Ricardo Salazar 11, Interim
Title: Director, Property Management Dept
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Name: Jannette Goodall
Title: City Secretary
VENDOR:
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Name: Jim Tharp, AIA
Title: Principal
Date: Sep 15, 2023
Contract Compliance Manager:
By signing I acknowledge that I am the person
responsible for the monitoring and
administration of this contract, including
ensuring all performance and reporting
requirements.
By: 4�S2
Name: Nikita Watts
Title: Sr Capital Projects Officer
Approved as to Form and Legality:
By: O
Name: John B. Strong
Title: Assistant City Attorney
Contract Authorization: N/A
M&C: Not Required for Phase I
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
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ATTACHMENT "B"
VERIFICATION OF SIGNATURE AUTHORITY
OWT ARCHITECTS, PLLC
5049 EDWARDS RANCH ROAD #04-138
FORT WORTH, TX 76109
Consultant 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 Consultant and to execute any
agreement, amendment or change order on behalf of Consultant. Such binding authority has
been granted by proper order, resolution, ordinance or other authorization of Consultant. City is
fully entitled to rely on the warranty and representation set forth in this Form in entering into any
agreement or amendment with Consultant. Consultant 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
Consultant.
Name:
Position:
Signature
2. Name:
Position:
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3. Name:
Position:
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Signature of President / CEO
Other Title: P ri n C i p a t
Date: Sep 15, 2023
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OWT
July 13, 2023
(Rev. August 10, 2023)
Mr. Alfonso Meza
Property Management Department
City of Fort Worth
401 West 13st Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76102
owtarchitects.com
ATTACHMENT "A"
Re: Phase 1 - Fire Station Community Center - Renovation and Addition
Dear Alfonso,
Thank you again for considering OWT Architects and allowing us the opportunity to
present the following Phase 1 fee for the proposed renovation and expansion of the
Fire Station Community Center located at 1601 Lipscomb Street.
A. PROJECT
A.1 Project Description: Phase 1
The following proposal is for the Feasibility, Programming and Schematic Design
phase for an approximately 20,000 SF addition and renovation of the existing Fire
Station Community Center facility comprised of a renovated 1923 fire station
structure and a 1993 entry and gymnasium addition.
A.2 Project Budget:
OWT and designated City of Fort Worth representatives (The Owner) will review the
city's budget goals for the overall project upon commencement of the proposed
Phase 1 scope of work. During this phase, OWT and the Owner will monitor the
budget and may make necessary adjustments to reflect any changes in the project
requirements or may adjust the requirements to satisfy the project budget. Currently
it is understood that the total project budget is $11 M with $7M-$7.5M dedicated to
renovation of the existing 1923 fire station and new construction addition.
5049 Edwards Ranch Road #04-138 817.993.9844
Fort Worth, Texas 76109 info@owtarchitects.com ``►l/ it\Y�/
A.3 Project Schedule:
OWT will work with the Owner to develop the project schedule and establish critical
milestone dates. During Phase 1, OWT and the Owner will monitor the schedule to
ensure the project is in conformance. OWT will notify the Owner of any issues that
may necessitate a change in the schedule. The following is a preliminary schedule
for this phase of the work.
■ Feasibility 4-6 weeks
■ Programming 4-6 weeks
■ Schematic Design 12-14 weeks
B. SCOPE OF SERVICES
13.1 OWT's scope of services to include the following:
Feasibility:
During the feasibility phase, OWT and our consultants will work with the Owner to
investigate and evaluate the existing site, building, building systems, etc. to establish
the conditions and parameters for the new addition and renovation to determine if it
is practical, achievable, and financially viable.
1. Stakeholder Engagement: Throughout the feasibility phase, OWT will engage
with various stakeholders, including the owner, the neighborhood, user
community, business community, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
This will be conducted through a series of meetings to gather feedback,
address concerns, and ensure alignment among all parties involved.
2. Site analysis: OWT will conduct a comprehensive analysis of the project site,
considering factors such as topography, environmental considerations,
zoning regulations, accessibility, and potential constraints or opportunities.
3. Concept Development: Based on the stakeholder's feedback and site
analysis, OWT will begin to develop initial design concepts. These will explore
different ideas, spatial arrangements, and design possibilities to create a
concept that aligns with the project's objectives and constraints.
Programming:
During the programming phase, OWT will work with the owner, and other
stakeholders to establish the project's objectives, define its requirements and
develop a clear understanding of the owner's needs and wants.
1. Owner Consultation: OWT will engage in detailed discussions with the owner
and other stakeholders to understand their vision, goals, and functional
requirements for the building. This involves determining the building's
purpose, desired spatial organization, capacity, flexibility, and any specific
design preferences.
2. Research and code compliance: OWT will conduct research on relevant
building codes, regulations, and standards that govern the design and
construction process. This will ensure that the project complies with all
applicable requirements, including safety, accessibility, energy efficiency, and
environmental considerations.
3. Documentation: OWT will compile and organize all the relevant project
information into a comprehensive programming document. This document
will serve as a reference for the subsequent design and construction phases.
Schematic Design:
During the schematic design phase, OWT will translate the owner's and stakeholder's
requirements and aspirations into schematic design drawings. This phase is an
initial and fundamental stage of the design process, where the design team will
focus on developing the overall design direction and exploring potential solutions.
1. Owner Consultation: OWT will continue to engage in discussions with the
owner to determine desired aesthetics, functional needs, and any specific
design preferences.
2. Space planning and functional design: Based on the established owner's and
stakeholder's requirements, OWT will develop initial space plans and
schematic designs. These plans and concepts will determine the spatial
relationships between various areas and functions within the building,
considering factors such as circulation, adjacencies, privacy, and user
experience.
Preliminary drawings: OWT will begin to produce preliminary drawings,
including floor plans, elevations, sections, and renderings to illustrate the
design intent. These drawings help visualize the spatial arrangement, scale,
and proportions of the building. Basic material selections and preliminary
structural and MEP considerations may also be explored at this stage.
4. Design refinement: OWT will present the initial schematic design to the
owner for feedback and further refinement. We will incorporate the owner's
input, address concerns, and make necessary adjustments to the design
concept. This iterative process continues until the owner approves the
schematic design.
Estimate of Probable Cost:
OWT will provide the schematic design package to our cost estimator who will
produce a detailed schematic level estimate of probable cost.
At the end of Phase 1, OWT will deliver a comprehensive set of documents and
visual representations that effectively communicate the design direction, spatial
organization, overall character, and potential construction cost of the project. These
documents will serve as the foundation for further development during subsequent
design phases.
C. COMPENSATION
Compensation for Phase 1: $94,500
Not included:
ALTA or Boundary Surveying
Topographic Survey
Platting or re -zoning
Geotechnical Investigation
Asbestos/Hazardous Materials Surveys
Environmental Surveys
A/V and Security
LEED Design
Civil Engineering
D. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
D.1 Additional Services:
Compensation for additional services, if not agreed upon as a lump sum, shall be
billed at OWT's standard hourly rates.
D.2 Reimbursable Expenses:
Compensation for reimbursable expenses incurred by OWT in connection with this
project will be based on amounts received by or invoiced to OWT + 10%.
• Mileage - All travel mileage will be calculated at the current standard rate of
65.5 cents per mile driven.
• Printing - (drawings will be made available in PDF format)
• Fees - All submittal fees associated with regulatory approvals.
D.3 Ownership of Documents:
The Contract Documents and Specifications or reproduction of them in whole or part
shall not be used on any project without the prior written approval from OWT
Architects. OWT can provide CAD files for the Owner's ongoing management of the
facility upon completion of the project.
D.4 Payment Terms:
Invoicing will be monthly based on the percentage of work completed through the
end of the month. Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice statement date. Non-
payment within the 30 days may result in suspension of the work described above.
E. AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE
EA Summary:
Mr. Meza, by signing below, you accept the general terms of this proposal. Please
forward the City of Fort Worth's Standard Agreement for Professional Services for
OWT review. Thank you again for this opportunity and we look forward to working
with you, the City of Fort Worth, and the community on this project.
Sincerely,
Jim Tharp, AIA NCARB
Principal
OWT Architects, PLLC.
Owner
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Date
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512-305-9000
2023-2024 HOURLY RATE SCHEDULE
The following are hourly billing rates for the professionals available to work on your
project. Additional staff may be added as the need arises. These rates are valid
through July 2024 and are subject to adjustment thereafter.
Principal
$225
Project Manager
$165
Architect 1
$125
Architect 2
$105
Architectural Technician
$85
Interior Design
$85
Marketing/B.D.
$75
Office Manager
$65