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CONTRACT NO.
AGREEMENT
FOR THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF
CODE ENFORCEMENT SOFTWARE,
This Agreement is entered into this 19L-1-day of TV v% t , 2000, by and between the City of
Fort Worth, Texas, (hereinafter "CLIENT") and CRW Systems, Inc., d.b.a. CRW Associates, (hereafter
"CRW") for the installation of code enforcement software, and other services, as specifically provided herein
(hereafter referred to as "the Project").
IN CONSIDERATION of the covenants as set forth in this Agreement, CLIENT and CRW agree as follows:
A. SCOPE OF SERVICES / SCHEDULE OF WORK
A.1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Project is more specifically defined as follows: To provide, configure, install, and provide training on an
automated code enforcement software system, more specifically described as Code Trak.
A,2. COMMENCEMENT DATE/ SCHEDULE OF WORK:
A.2.1. The commencement date of this contract shall be the date upon which CRW is in receipt of all of the
following: (a) a fully executed original of this Agreement, (b) written notice to proceed provided by
CLIENT, and (c) the initial contract payment as provided in this Agreement. CRW shall not be obligated to
perform any work pursuant to the project, including labor or materials. prior to the commencement date as
defined herein.
A.2.2. A Schedule of Work, with itemized pricing of various items associated with the Project is attached
hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference. The time periods indicated are provided as a
general understanding of the estimated time period in which various Project items will be completed. It is not
intended to impose strict deadlines for completion of all or any part of the work.
A.2.3. The time schedule provided in Exhibit A, Schedule of Work, is based in large part on the assumption
that CLIENT will provide all necessary information to CRW in a timely manner in accordance with Section B
of this Agreement.
B. DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF CRW
B.I. SCOPE OF WORK:
B.1.1 After the commencement date, CRW shall perform the following services:
(1) Install Code Enforcement Management software.
(2) Provide data conversion of CLIENT'S existing data and incorporate data into CRW system.
(3) Provide hands-on, Administrator Training, as specifically provided herein.
(4) Provide on-site, hands-on, User Training, as specifically provided hei in
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(5) Provide full-day on-site support on implementation date, as specifically provided herein.
(6) Provide dial-in telephone support during implementation period. CLIENT to provide local
workstation with PCAnywhere (or equivalent) connection.
B.1.2. CRW shall install software and provide all services in a workmanlike manner in accordance with the
Schedule of Work and as delineated in I1 C of CRW's response to Request for Proposal, subject to the terms
and conditions as stated in the Agreement. Any additional services must be evidenced by a written
modification of this Agreement, or change request pursuant to Section B of the Agreement. Services to be
provided do not include hardware.
B.2. IMPLEMENTATION:
CRW shall perform implementation services including setup of fee formulas and reports/forms. The number
of fee items shall not exceed 10, the number of reports shall not exceed 15, and the number of forms (letters
and documents using MS Word templates and database key words) shall not exceed 30.
B.3. DATA CONVERSION:
CRW shall provide database conversion services necessary to convert the CLIENT's existing code
enforcement database to CRW system format. To accomplish this conversion, the CLIENT will provide a
copy of the existing database in ASCII. dBase, Excel, or Access format.
B.4. ADMINISTRATOR TRAINING:
CRW Associates shall provide three (3) days of training for designated System .Administrators. The training
will be conducted at CRW offices for up to three (3) staff members per training day. Because of the extensive
material to be covered for System Administrators, CRW Associates recommends that System Administrator
training be conducted at our office. Should the CLIENT elect to have this training at CLIENT offices, an
additional 2 days of travel time and expenses will be billed to CLIENT.
B.4.1 A fee of$500 per day will be assessed for each staff member to be trained in excess of 3, when such
training occurs concurrently with B.4.
B.5. USER TRAINING:
CRW Associates will provide eight (8) days of training at CLIENT offices for up to forty (40) staff members.
We anticipate at least two (2) days of training per group of ten staff members. It is assumed by CRW that the
staff to be trained for the software will have a basic knowledge in the use of personal computers and
MS-Windows. It is the CLIENT's responsibility to provide adequate training facilities and equipment for this
training.
B.5.1 A fee of$350 per day will be assessed for each staff member to be trained in excess of 10, when such
training occurs concurrently with B.5.
B.5.2 Subsequent days of training for up to six (6) staff members, if requested by the CLIENT, will be
billed at the rate of$ 1,750 per day, plus travel expenses.
B.G. MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT:
The cost for first year Annual Maintenance and Support shall be $13,500. Each subsequent year's Annual
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Maintenance and Support cost increase shall not exceed ten percent (10%) per year, for Live years.
B.7. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES DUE TO UNFORESEEN DELAYS:
CRW shall NOT be responsible for any damages resulting from delays outside of its reasonable control,
including, but not limited to, (a) failure of CLIENT to furnish timely information, (b) failure of CLIENT to
approve or disapprove of CRW's work, and/or(c) strikes, lockouts, accidents, or acts of GOD.
C. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CLIENT:
C.1. INFORMATION TO BE PROVIDED BY CLIENT:
C.I.I. CLIENT will provide all information necessary for CRW to establish the code enforcement software
control files, including but not limited to:
1. Current valuation and fee structures
2. Current Code Enforcement Case designations and categories
3. Examples of all current reports, forms, and letters used by the CLIENT relating to code
enforcement management.
4. Any exceptions to the typical code enforcement process, or any special code enforcement
processing requirements.
C.1.2. The CLIEN-F will provide CRW with access to CLIENT workstations and disk space for installation
of the software.
C.1.3. The CLIENT will ensure and provide that staff who will be trained in the use of CRW software will
have sufficient basic knowledge of code enforcement processing and MS-Windows functions.
C.2. CLIENT COOPERATION:
C.2.1. CLIENT understands that timely completion of the Project is dependent in significant part upon the
timely cooperation of CLIENT in providing information to CRW necessary to complete the project,
including, but not limited to: (a) Data obtained from CLIENT'S present system to be incorporated into the
new CRW system; and (b) information relative to desired code enforcement forms to be incorporated into the
CRW system.
C.2.2. CLIENT further understands that timely completion of the Project is dependant in significant part on
effective and timely communication between CRW and the CLIENT Representative and System
Administrator, as designated in this Agreement.
D. COMPENSATION
D.I. CRW COMPENSATION AND FEES:
CLIENT agrees to compensate CRW for professional services rendered under this Agreement for the total
contract price of$118,000 [One hundred and eighteen thousand dollarsl, which amount shall include all
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labor, materials, insurance and all other costs associated with the Project, except any specific optional items
identified in Exhibit B "Summary of Project Fee." Contract price shall not include the price of any hardware
associated with the Project, which shall remain the responsibility of CLIENT. In addition, this fee shall not
include any changes to the work as may be requested by CLIENT and incorporated into the project pursuant
to a written request by CLIENT as provided in Section E.
D.2. TERMS OF COMPENSATION
CRW will submit invoices for work performed according to the payment schedule shown in Exhibit B
"Summary of Project Fee." CLIENT shall pay all invoices within thirty(30) days from the date the invoice is
received by CLIENT. Failure of CLIENT to pay invoices within forty-five (45) days of the date of receipt,
will subject CLIENT to a late payment fee computed at a periodic rate of 1.0% per month of the amount past
due,representing an annual percentage rate of 12%, which late fee shall be applied to any unpaid balance.
In the event CLIENT fails to pay any invoice within forty-five (45), CRW shall have the right, within its sole
and exclusive discretion, to either suspend all further work on the project until any outstanding invoices have
been paid, or terminate this Agreement upon written notice. Failure to exercise any right provided by this
section shall not be deemed as a waiver of the late payment fee provided above, or a waiver of any right to
suspend or terminate the Agreement in the future due to failure of CLIENT to timely pay CRW invoices.
E. CHANGES AND ADDITIONS TO THE WORK
EA REQUIREMENT OF WRITTEN CHANGE ORDERS:
CLIENT may request CRW to perform additional services not covered by the specific Scope of Work as set
forth in Exhibit A of this Agreement. Any such requests shall be submitted in writing. and shall be signed by
the Client Representative, as identified in I1.1 of this Agreement, and an authorized representative of CRW.
Such signed requests shall include (a) a description of the additional services to be performed, and (b) the
agreed upon price for such services. Any such requests signed by the Client Representative, or other
authorized agent of CLIENT, shall be deemed authorized by CLIENT and shall be bind CLIENT to its terms.
E.2. PAYMENT FOR ADDITIONAL WORK:
Any such additional work performed by CRW shall be added to the contract price and billed in accordance
with the "Summary of Project Fee" as outlined in Exhibit B of this Agreement. CRW will not commence any
additional services for the CLIENT until written authorization has been given by CLIENT and approved by
CRW, as provided above.
F. INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE
F.1. INDEMNIFICATION:
F.I.I. CRW agrees to indemnify and hold harmless CLIENT, including its officers and employees, from and
against liability, damages, costs, losses, claims and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out
of the negligent acts, errors, or omissions of CRW or its employees, subcontractors or agents in the
performance of this Agreement.
F.1.2. CLIENT agrees to indemnify and hold harmless CRW, including its employees, subcontractors,
consultants, and agents, from and against liability, damages, costs, losses, claims and expenses, including
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reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of the negligent acts, errors, or omissions of CLIENf, including any of
its officers, employees, or agents, provided, however, that nothing in this agreement shall be construed as a
waiver of CLIENT's government immunities.
F.2. STATUTORY WORKER'S COMPENSATION INSURANCE:
CRW maintains, and will continue to maintain, Texas Statutory Workers' Compensation and Employer's
Liability Insurance of a form and in an amount as required by state law.
F.3. GENERAL LIABILITY
CRW maintains, and will continue to maintain, Comprehensive General Bodily Injury and Property Damage
Liability, including Automobile (non-owned or hired), in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000),
combined single limits per occurrence and annual aggregate.
FA. PROOF OF INSURANCE
CRW shall deliver to CLIENT a Certificate of Insurance for Items F.2 and F.3 above as proof that said
insurance will remain in full force throughout the term of this Agreement.
CLIENT, its officers and agents, shall be endorsed as an additional insured under CRW's General Liability
Insurance. CRW will not modify or cancel its General Liability Insurance without written notification and
approval from the CLIENT.
G. TERMINATION
G.I. TERMINATION OF AGREEIIF.NT
G.1.1. This Agreement may be terminated by CLIENT at any time, with or without cause. upon written
notice to CRW. Notwithstanding the date of such notice, termination shall be effective upon receipt by CRW
of such notice of termination. In the event of termination by CLIENT, CLIENT shall pay CRW for all
services and materials provided to CLIENT pursuant to this Agreement up to and including the date of receipt
by CRW of notice of termination. In addition, CLIENT shall remain liable to CRW for any and all expenses
directly attributable to such termination, including, but not limited to, any cancellation charges, or other fees,
charged by subcontractors and/or consultants retained by CRW to perform work on the project.
G.1.2. In the event CLIENT terminates this contract, the CLIENT agrees to immediately return all source
code or other materials provided to CLIENT by CRW, and to destroy, erase, and purge all software provided
by CRW from any and all CLIENT computers.
G.1.3. Within 30 days of termination CLIENT agrees to provide CRW with written confirmation that all
CRW software has been destroyed. Within its sole discretion, and upon reasonable notice to CLIENT, CRW
shall have the right to verify that CRW software has in fact been removed or destroyed by personal inspection
of CLIENT computers.
G.1.4. Any use by CLIENT of any CRW software after termination of this agreement by CLIENT without
the express written authorization of CRW shall be a breach of this agreement.
H. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
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H.I.I. All plans, specifications, reports, and other design documents prepared by CRW pursuant to this
Agreement shall become property of CLIENT only atter completion of the Project.
H.1.2. All source code for computer programs or modifications to programs, which are produced pursuant to
this Agreement shall be deemed, and remain, the intellectual property of CRW and are protected under the
copyright, patent, or other laws, of the United States as well as other jurisdictions where such programs are
being used.
H.2. SOURCE CODE ESCROW
H.2.1. CRW shall deposit into a software escrow account, as described below, a copy of the latest source
code for the software being installed by CRW pursuant to this Agreement.
H.2.2. The escrow account will be at any bank or legal office chosen by CRW. CRW will deliver the source
code on floppy diskette to the bank or legal office for escrow, and CRW will provide updated source code to
the bank or legal office semi-annually (or as long as the CLIENT maintains technical support).
H.2.3. CRW will pay the entire cost of this source code escrow account.
H.2.4. In the event that CRW ceases to do business or ceases to offer or provide support for the software it
has provided to CLIENT pursuant to this Agreement.. CLIENT will have the right to access and use the source
code.
H.2.5. If the contract is terminated for any reason, or for no reason, by any party prior to project completion.
then all source code shall be returned unopened and unused to CRW by the escrow agent/officer upon �\ritten
request by CRW to such escrow agent officer with a copy of any notice of termination. CRW shall prox ide
CLIENT with a copy of such written request on the same date that it is provided to the escrow agent,officer.
If CLIENT does not provide the escro�% agent/officer with a written objection to the release of the source code
within fourteen (14) calendar days, the escrow agent may release the source code. If CLIENT does provide
the escrow agent/officer with a written objection to the release of the source code to CRW, such written
request with notice of termination delivered to the escrow agent/officer shall be sufficient to relieve said
escrow agent/officer from any claims, causes of action, or liability of any kind and to any party for release
and return of the source code to CRW.
I. COMMUNICATION THROUGH CLIENT / CRW DESIGNATED
REPRESENTATIVES:
All communication relating to project status shall be exchanged between a designated representative of the
CLIENT and a designated representative of CRW as identified below.
L1. DESIGNATED CONTRACT REPRESENTATIVES:
I.1.1. The designated representative of CLIENT and CRW Associates is as follows:
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Code Enforcement Supervisor President, CRW Systems, Inc., d.b.a. CRW
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715 Texas Street 16980 Via Tazon, Suite 320
Fort Worth, TX 76102 San Diego, CA 92127
Phone: 817-871-6326 Phone: (858)451-3030
Facsimile: 817-871-6355 Facsimile: (858) 451-3870
email: TidwelG@ci.fort-worth.tx.us email: chris@crwassoc.com
I.1.2. If the designated representative or address of either party changes during the term of this Agreement,
a written notice shall be given to the other party prior to the effective date of change.
1.2 DESIGNATED SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR:
I.2.1. The CLIENT Representative shall identify and designate a System Administrator. All
communication related to day-to-day operations of the system, including system maintenance, systems
problems and/or troubleshooting, shall be made to CRW only through either the designated representative of
CLIENT as identified in 1.1.1 above, or the System Administrator as identified below.
I.2.2. The System Administrator shall participate in all training sessions conducted by CRW as required by
this Agreement, and shall become fully knowledgeable and competent to use all aspects of the system
software. (It is highly recommended that the designated System Administrator be someone xx ith experience
and competence with personal computers.)
L2.2. The System Administrator for CLIENT is designated as follows:
Mr. Steven Vandever
Senior Technical Support Analyst
City of Fort Worth
1000 Throckmorton Street
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1.3 ONE CLIENT REPRESENTATIVE AND ONE SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR:
There shall be only one CLIENT representative and one System Administrator at any one time. However,
CLIENT may at any time designate a new representative or system administrator upon written notice to
CRW.
J. MISCELLANEOUS GENERAL PROVISIONS
J.1. LICENSES
CRW shall maintain all business licenses as may be required by law.
J.2. STATUS OF CRW AS CONSULTANT
Throughout the term of this Agreement, CRW, its employees, subcontractors, consultants, and agents shall be
considered as an independent contractor(s). Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted to imply an
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employee-employer relationship between CLIENT and CRW. The doctrine of respondeat superior shall not
apply to the relationship between CLIENT and CRW.
J.3. MEDIATION OF DISPUTES:
Both CRW and CLIENT agree to participate in good faith in non-binding mediation of any dispute or claim,
which remains unresolved after informal discussions. Both CRW and CLIENT shall negotiate in good faith
to select a qualified mediator. Any mediation actions shall be held in Fort Worth, Texas.
J.4. ATTORNEY'S FEES:
In the event that any legal proceeding is instituted by either CRW or CLIENT to enforce the terms of this
Agreement or to determine the rights of CRW or CLIENT, the prevailing party in said legal proceeding shall
be entitled to recover its reasonable costs and attorney's fees.
J.5. APPLICABLE LAW:
This Agreement, its interpretation and all work perfonned thereunder shall be governed by the laws of the
State of Texas. Venue for any action arising under this agreement shall be in Tarrant County, Texas.
J.6. BINDING ON SUCCESSORS:
All the terms, provisions and conditions of this Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of
the parties hereto and their respective successors. assigns and legal representatives.
J.7. DUE AUTHORITY:
CLIENT represents and warrants that the person executing this Agreement on behalf of CLIENT is an agent
of CLIENT and has full and complete authority to execute this Agreement and enter into the terms and
covenants provided herein, and has been designated by CLIENT to execute this Agreement on behalf of
CLIENT.
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J.8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the entire understanding and agreement between CRW and CLIENT. Any prior
agreements,promises,proposals,negotiations or representations—oral or written—not expressly set forth
herein shall be of no force or effect. This Agreement may be modified or amended only by written agreement
signed by both CRW and the CLIENT.
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Charles Boswell Christopher R. Wuerz
Assistant City Manager President
City Manager's Office CRW Systems, Inc.
City of Fort Worth, Texas d.b.a CRW Associates
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City Secretary
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Assistant City Attorney
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EXHIBIT "A"
SCHEDULE OF WORK
Task Item: Projected Target
Date
1. Initial software delivery. Upon CLIENT approval of contract and signature of all July 2000
documents by CRW and CLIENT, CRW delivers standard version of proposed
Licensed Software Product on CD computer media. CRW begins to modify software
product to meet contract commitments and customize screen displays and reports to
meet CLIENT requirements.
2. Project kick-off meeting. CRW reviews project timetable and training schedule with July 2000
CLIENT IT Solutions Department and Code Compliance personnel. CRW installs
standard software with demonstration database for initial testing by CLIENT. CLIENT
provides copy of existing data to CRW for preliminary conversion. _
3. Initial Training. CRW trains System Administrators. August 2000
4. Software Implementation. CRW installs preliminary converted data for CLIENT September 2000
review and testing. CRW demonstrates that software conforms to proposal
specifications and additional commitments. CLIENT begins testing completed software
using converted data.
4A. SQL- Server Database Configuration. CLIENT configures SQL - Server
database, and installs data table structures. CR%V assists CLIENT with database
configuration
4B. Data Delivery. Upon successful test results, CLIENT delivers complete existing
historical data to CRW for final conversion.
5. Pre-production Training. CRW provides up to eight (8) days of user training for up September 2000
to forty (40) Front Counter staff. CLIENT begins to use system for customer service.
CRW assists CLIENT staff with initial operation.
6. System Go Live Date. CLIENT completes Acceptance Testing, and certifies Code October 2000
Enforcement System delivered as specified and proposed. CRW corrects defects as
warranted.
Target dates on this schedule are intended to reflect projected completion dates for the respective milestone, not
contractual date deadlines.
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EXHIBIT "B"
SUMMARY OF PROJECT FEE
COST SUMMARY
Item 1 Software S 45,000
Item 2 Installation and Project Management S 21,000
Item 3 Training S 12,000
Item 4 Technical Support No Charge for first six months after installation.
Item 5 Database Development—SQL -Server S 5,000
Item 6 Database Conversion S 10,000
Item 7 GIS Interface S 7,500
Item 8 Import/export link to Permit/Zoning Program S 3,750
Item 9 Import/export link to County Tax Assessor Data S 3,750
Item 10 Travel and Expenses S 10,000
GRAND TOTAL $ 118,000
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Percentage Amount Due Upon
20% $ 23,600 Upon contract execution
20% $ 23,600 Completion of Installation
20% $ 23,600 Completion of System Administrator Training
20% $ 23,600 Conclusion of 8 da\s User Training
20% $ 23,600 30 days after completion of User Training
Total: $118,000
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EXHIBIT "C"
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
This License Agreement for the use of "Community Development Software" (Software) developed and
marketed by CRW Associates is granted to CLIENT by CRW Associates (Developer) as of this date
1. Software is marketed by Developer under the title of"Code Trak".
2. Software provided to the Client under this License allows the CLIENT the use, not own, the software.
3. Software is provided to the Client as a multi-user, concurrent access license. The designated number of
concurrent users for this license is 60. Client is permitted to install Software on any and all workstations
owned or controlled by the Client. Software will allow a designated number of concurrent users to access the
databases maintained by Software. Users attempting to access the system databases with Software after the
designated number of concurrent users is logged on will be prohibited from logging on.
4. This software may not be sub-licensed, re-sold, transferred or otherwise distributed by the Client to any
other person, company or organization without the written authorization of the Developer.
5. This Software, including any and all modifications, upgrades and bug fixes, is protected by the copyright
laws of the United States and international copyright treaties. Unauthorized copying of the Software,
including software that has been modified, merged or included with the Software, or the associated written
materials (the "Documentation") is expressly forbidden. You may not remove, obscure, or alter any notice of
patent, copyright, trademarks, trade secret or other proprietary rights in the Software. The Title, ownership
rights, and intellectual property rights in and to this Softxare shall remain in the Developer.
6. The Developer has made reasonable checks of the Software to confirm that it will perform in normal use on
compatible equipment substantially as described in the specifications for the Software. However, due to the
inherent nature of computer software, neither the Developer nor any individuals involved in the development
or installation of the Software warrant that the Software or the Documentation is completely error free, will
operate without interruption, is compatible with all equipment and software configurations, or will otherwise
meet your needs.
7. Neither the Developer nor any of the people or companies involved in providing this license to the Client
may be held liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by failures or faults of the software or
its functions.
8. The Developers sole responsibilities with respect to error corrections will be to correct any defects or errors
in the Software or its functions, which are brought to the attention of the Developer by the Client.
9. This License Agreement will remain in effect until Client returns Software to Developer, or until Software
is destroyed by client.
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SUBJECT AWARD OF SOFTWARE CONTRACT TO CRW ASSOCIATES D/B/A CRW SYSTEMS,
INC. FOR THE CITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with CRW
Associates d/b/a CRW Systems, Inc. for the purchase of a computer software program and related
support services for the Code Compliance Division of the City Services Department, for an amount not
to exceed $118,000.
DISCUSSION:
The in-house computer program, developed in the early 1980s to track complaints related to City code
violations, has been stretched beyond its capabilities due to the growth and expansion of the Code
Compliance Division. A need was identified for software designed to assist in tasks related to customer
service, documentation, legal notices, and employee performance accountability. Related support
services are inclusive, but not limited to associated conversion costs and employee training expenses.
BID ADVERTISEMENT - The bid was advertised in the Commercial Recorder on June 30 and July 7,
1999. Eight bids were received and two were withdrawn.
The Request for Proposal outlined necessary operational processes such as capturing complaints,
scheduling inspections, identifying delinquent inspections, sending automated legal notices, extracting
and merging information from the mainframe, producing employee performance reports and tracking
compliance.
CRW Associates d/b/a CRW Systems, Inc. was consistently ranked higher than other bidders by an
evaluation committee for the quality of the vendor's response, total evaluated cost, demonstrated
applicable experience, references and value-added options.
The process to purchase this computerized tracking system has been on-going for several years. No
funds were budgeted in the current year. The department has, however, realized savings in the current
year, which will be used for this purchase.
M/WBE - A waiver of the M/WBE requirement was requested by the Purchasing Division and approved
by the M/WBE Office because the purchase of goods is from a source where subcontracting or supplier
opportunities are negligible.
City of Fort Worth, Texas
qVilljor and council communication
DATE REFERENCE NUMBER LOG NAME PAGE
6/6/00 **C-18059 1 21 CONTRACT 2 of 2
SUBJECT AWARD OF SOFTWARE CONTRACT TO CRW ASSOCIATES D/B/A CRW SYSTEMS,
INC. FOR THE CITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Finance Director certifies that funds are available in the current operating budgets of the General
Fund. No funds were budgeted for this purpose, however, the department has realized savings in other
areas that will be used for this purpose.
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Submitted for City Manager's FUND ACCOUNT CENTER AMOUNT CITY SECRETARY
Office by: (to)
Charles Boswell 8511 CITY
Originating Department Head: CITY COUNCIL
Tom Davis 6300 (from) JUN 6 20M
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Additional Information Contact: �6--y,-,j
City Secretary of the
Tom Davis 6300 City of Fort FWorft Texap