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This AGREEMENT is between the City of Corpus Christi, Texas, a Texas
hame-rule municipal corporation, "CITY", acting through its duly authorized City Manager
or designee ("City Engineer"), and Professional Services Industries (PSI), a Texas
corporation or partnership, "LAB". acting through its duly authorized representative who is
'_%-,,,~, ~. ~-,m,~.z-~ (Name) -'-~,~,~.,~,~ jU~.,~J'itle), which agree as follows:
1 DECLARATIONS "CITY" desires to engage "LAB" to provide services
in connection with City's project, described as follows: Corpus Christi International
Airport Runway 13/31 Rehabilitation - Proiect No. 1092 "PROJECT".
2. SCOPE OF WORK "LAB" shall provide services to the PROJECT in
accordance with the accompanying Scope of Services and Fee Schedule attached as
"Exhibit A" and the Terms and Conditions to AGREEMENT attached as "Exhibit B".
3 FEE The "CITY" agrees to pay the "LAB" for services provided in
accordance with Exhibit "A", Scope of Services and Fee Schedule under this
AGREEMENT, a total fee not to exceed $98,640.00 (in figures), (Ninety Eiqht Thousand
Six Hundred Forty and no/xx dollars (in words).
4. CITY'S DISCLOSURE OF HAZARDOUS & TOXIC MATERIALS AND
CONDITIONS AT THE PROJECT SITE. "CITY" warrants to "LAB" that to the best of its
knowledge, based upon currently available information, the only hazardous or toxic
materials, as defined by the laws and regulations of the Federal government, the state, and
city which exist at the PROJECT SITE are as follows: None "CITY" acknowledges and
confirms that "LAB" is relying upon the above warranty in undertaking to perform the
services described in this AGREEMENT.
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
Ronald Massey,~ (Date)
Assistant City Manager
Al-rEST:
Armando ~hapa. City S~e'cretary (Date)
'A JeeR, ~scobar, P.E. ([~/aa~e~'C'
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
2005-286
06/14/05
M2005-187
Professional Se~ vices Industries
LAB: /
(SIGNATURE)
(Date)
810 South Padre Island Drive
(Address)
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(City/State/Zip)
361-8544801 Fax: 361-854-6049
(Phone/Fax No.)
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Proposal of Services
[ested For: City of Corpus Christi Project:
Department of Engineering Services
P.O. Box 9277
Corpus Christi, Texas 78469-9277
Altn: Mr. Angel R. Escobar, P.E.
Runway 13/31 Rehabilitation,
Overlay, Blast Pads &
Shoulders, Airfield Drainage
Imp. (Phase 3), Runway 13/31
Project No. 1092, 1093, 1080
Corpus Christi, Texas
I)ate June 3, 2005
PSI Proposal No.: 325-5016
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) is pleased to submit our updated unit rates for performing call-
out materials testing and site observations on projects pertbrmed in the calendar year 2005 in the Corpus
('hristi area.
PSI proposes to provide experienced techoical personnel to perform the necessary testing and observation
services in accordance with your reqoest. It is also proposed to accomplish the work on a unit price basis
in accordance with lhe attached Schedule of Services aud Fees and that the work will be performed
pursuant to the PSI General Conditions. Copies of the PSI Schedule of Services and Fees ar.d Cl,.~,d ~..-~/r~-
C~_d.!:2~,S-axe enclosed herewith and incorporated into this proposal. PSI's fees will be determined by
the actual amount of technical time expended and the amount of laboratory testing performed.
PSI will proceed with the work on the basis of verbal authorization; however, a signed copy of this
proposal intact must be returned before any reports are issued.
Respectfully submitted,
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Branch Manager
Bill Ciggelakis, P.E.
Chief Engineer Mat'l Testing
Project Specialist
For authorization to proceed with this project, please sign, date and return one (1) copy of this proposal.
AGREED TO THIS
BY:
FIRM:
DAY OF ,2005.
TITLE
Please indicate invoice address (if different from above) and report distribution:
Exhibit A
Pa~e 1 of 5
Professional Service Induslri~sr Inc. · 810 South Padre Island Drive · Corpus Chrisli, TX 78416 · Phone 361/8544801 · Fax 361/19,54q5049
('it)' of Corpus Christi
March 2q, 2005
P~I Proposal Number: 325-501(
Page T'~o of Six
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES AND FEES
1- SOIL TESTING
10 Moisture Density Relationships @ 152_00/ea ...................................................................... $ 1,520.00
360 Soil Compaction Tests (a~ 17.00/ea ........................................................................................ $ 6~120.00
10 Soil Gradation (a~ 60.00/ea ..................................................................................................... $ 600.00
129 Hours Engineering Technician (a! 32.50/hr ........................................................................ $ 4,192.50
43 Vehicle Charge ~ 35.00/ea ................................................................................................... $ 1,505.00
12 Hours Project Manager (a? 70.00/ea ..................................................................................... $ 840.00
6 Hours Professional Engineer ~ 110.00/hr ........................................................................... $ 660.00
Sub-Total ............................................................................................................................... $ 15,437.50
H. CONCRETE TEb'HNG
51 Hours Engineering Technician (a! 32.50/hr ........................................................................... $ 1,657_50
25 Yehlcle Charge ~ 35.00/ea ..................................................................................................... $ 875.00
60 Concrete Compression Test Cylinders ~ 17.00/ea ...............................................................$ 1,020.00
10 Hours Project Manager ~ 70.00/hr ....................................................................................... $ 700.00
5 Hours Professional Engineer ~ ll0.00/hr ............................................................................ $ 550,00
Sub-Total .................................................................................................................................. $ 4,802.50
IH. ASPHALT TESTING
480 Hours Engineering Technician @ 48_75/hr ........................................................................ $ 23,400.1110
240 Hours Engineering Technician ~ 32.50/hr ......................................................................... $ 7,800.00
80 Vehicle Charge ~ 35.00/ea ................................................................................................... $ 2,800.00
120 Asphalt Cubes ~ 90.00/ea ..................................................................................................... $ 10,800.00
120 Gradation ~ 35.00/ea .......................................................................................................... $ 4,200.00
3.0 Moisture Content Aggregates ~ !5.00/ea ........................................................................... $ 450.00
30 Moisture Content Hot Mix (~ 20.00/ea ................................................................................ $ 600.00
30 Maximum Theoretical Specific Gravity ~ 75.00/ea .......................................................... $ 2,250.00
30 Sets of Molded Specimen (~ 60.00/set ................................................................................. $ 1,800.00
30 Stability Flow (Marshall) ~ 150.00/ea ................................................................................. $ 4,500.00
120 Mat Density CoFes (a~ 75.00/ca .............................................................................................. $ 9,000.00
120 Joint Density Cores ~ 75.00/ea ........................................................................................... $ 9,000.00
30
Bulk Specific Gravity ~ 60.00/set ........................................................................................ $ 1~800.00
Sub-Total ................................................................................................................................ $ 78,400_00
ESTIMATED PROJECT TOTAL ......................................................................................... $98,640.00
Exhibit A
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City of Corpus Christi
March 23, 2005
PSI Proposal Number: 325-501t~
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES AND FEES
CONSTRUCTION QUALITY CONTROL
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Effective Januao' 1, 2005
FIELD TESTING SERVICES
1 ogioeering Technician (minimum of 3 hours) ........................................................................ $ 32.50/hour
a) Concrete Placement Inspection (Casting Cylinders)
b) Soils Placement lnspectioo (Density Testing)
c) Asphalt Placement lnspectioo
d) Drilled Pier Inspection
e) Pre-cast Plant Inspection
Soil Sample or Cylinder Pickup (minimum I hour)
I !se of nuclear density device during
quality control of fill or base placement (compaction test) ..................................................... $ 1 TOO/test
SPECIAL FIELD TESTING SERVICES
Senior Engineering Technician (minimnm of 3 hours) ......................................................... $ 36.50/hour
a) Drilled Pier Inspection
b) Pre-cast Plant Inspection
c) Portland Cement of Asphaltic Concrete Batch Plant Inspection
d) Visual Weld, Bolt, and Nelson Stud Inspection
e) Fireproofing Inspection
Welding Inspections (min. 3 hours) ......................................................................................... $ 61.00/hour
Note: Rates for services such as Roofing Inspection, Pile or Plate Load Testing, Waterproo£mg
Inspection, Windsor Probe Inspection, Structural Steel and Non Destructive Testing, and Forensic
Investigations can be quoted upon request.
ALTERNATIVE - FULL TIME QUALITY CONTROL
In order to achieve a more comprehensive quality control of your projecl, it may be to your advantage to
have an Engineering Technician provide Full Time quality control of soil fill placement and/or concrete
placement. In addition to the soils and concrete testing services described above, a Full Time
Engineering Technician would be available to perform density tests as needed, closely monitor lift
thickness, verify consistency of fill quality, monitor concrete placement, and other pertinent information
at no additional charge.
Exhibit A
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(ity of Corpus Christi
March 23, 2005
PSI Proposal Number: 325-5016
Page Four of Six
LABORATORY TESTING SERVICES
I aborato~ lesting of soils, concrete, asphalt, grout, and mortar samples, cylinders, beams, and cubes
dcli~ cred to our laboratory in accordance with applicable ASTM procedures and project specifications:
Nnils
Atterberg Limits Determination ..................................................................................... $ 61.00 each
I ioear Shrinkage $ 36.00 each
Moisture Density Relationship
al ASTM D-698 (standard) $ 152.00 each
b) AS'FM D-1557 (modified) ............................................................................. $ 175.00 each
Grain Size Analysis
al Dry $ 60.00 each
b) Washed .......................................................................................................... $ 70.00 each
I'erceot finer than No. 200 lnesh sieve ..........................................................................$ 39.00 each
Hydrometer Analysis ................................................................................................ $ 100.00 each
I os Angeles Abrasion $ 170.00 each
()ptimum Lime Content ........................................................................................... $ 325.00/sample
Permeability Test:
a) Constant Head permeability .................................................................................. $ 215.00 each
bl Falling Heady Permeability (ASTM D-5084) .......................................................... $ 340.00 each
Concrete
Concrete mix design verification by calculation .....................................................................$ 95.00 each
Concrete mix design (includes 4 compression cylinders) ....................................................... $ 283.00 each
Aggregate analysis for concrete mix design ............................................................................ $ 100.00 each
Laboratory compression testing of concrete cylinders or cubes
(includes reserves not tested) ............................................................................................. $ 17.00 each
Laboratory compression testing of concrete cylinders made by client .................................. $ 28.00 each
Flexural testing of concrete beams (made in conjunction with full time
qoality control - includes reserves not tested ......................................................................... $ 34.00 each
Asl~haltic Concrete
Mix design (Hveem or Marshall, 4 points) .................................................................. $ 715.00 each
Extraction and gradation ...................................................................................................... $165.00 each
Molding Specimens (3 per set) ............................................................................................... $ 75,00/Set
Stability (,3 per set) ................................................................................................................. $ 75.00/Set
Density (3 per set) ................................................................................................................... $ 75.00/Set
Asphaltic Core ...................................................................................................................... $ 75.00 each
Theoretical Specific Gravity ................................................................................................... $ 75.00 each
Thickness and Laboratory Determination of Core Density ...................................................... $ 35.00 each
Exhibit A
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City of Corpus Christi
March 23, 2005
PSI Ploposal Number: 325-501(~
I'age Five of Six
Note: Preparation of samples/materials for laboratory testing, if required, will be charged at
$30.00 per hour. The fee for obtaining material samples from the field for laboratory testing ~vill
be billed at the applicable personnel and transportation rates.
ENGINEERING SERVICES
lngioeering services for site iaspeclion, test evaluation, contract administration, supervision of
laborotory aod field personnel, consoltation, and report review.
a. Senior Regional Engineer ...................................................................................... $ 155.00/hour
h Professional Engineer .................................................................................... $ ll0.00/hour
c Project Manager ...................................................................................... $ 70.00/hour
REMARKS
Fhe following applies to all work PSI performs unless otherwise addressed in the proposal:
I. Unit prices/rates are in effect for 12 months from the date of this proposal and are subject to
change without notice thereafter.
2. Overtime rates are applicable for services performed in excess of 8 hours per day Monday through
Friday, before 8:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m., and for all hours worked on Saturdays, Sundays, and
Holidays. The overtime rate is 1.5 times the applicable hourly rate.
All hourly testing will be on a portal to portal basis from 810 S.P.I.D. Fractions of hours will be
billed as whole hours.
Transportation and per diem are charged at the applicable rates.
Project Manager to schedule and supervise personnel and evaluate and review reports will be billed
at a minimum of 0.2 hours per report.
Professional Engineer to review reports, supervision and coordination will be billed at a minimum
of 0.1 hours per report.
Laboratory testing, other than concrete compression test, requiring overtime, weekend, or holiday
work will be invoiced at applicable test rate plus technician overtime charges.
A transportation charge of $35.00 per trip will apply within the city limits with an additional $0.55
per mile outside city limits.
Rates involving mileage (including transportation, mobilization, vehicle and trip charges) axe
subject to change based upon increases in the national average fuel prices.
10. A minimum charge of 3 hours applies to field testing and observation services.
II. Scheduling or cancellation of field testing and observation services is required no less than the
working day prior to the date the services are to be performed Services cancelled without advance
and/or inadequate notice will be assessed a minimum 3 hour charge.
12. For all PSI services, a project managemenffengineering review charge will be billed for alt reports
issued for the scheduling/supervision of personnel and the evaluation/review of data and reports.
13. A project set-up charge ora minimum of two hours applies to all proJects.
14. Computer, fax, copies, etc. will be charge at a minimum rate of three percent of the total project
fee.
15. Services and fees not listed will be quoted upon request.
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fixhlblt A
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ARTICLE 1.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
EXHIBIT "B"
TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT
SERVICES: "LAB" will:
Provide only those services requested by "CITY ENGINEER" that, in the
opinion of "LAB", lie within the technical or professional areas of expertise
of "LAB" and which "LAB" is adequately staffed and equipped to perform.
Perform technical services under the general direction of a licensed
engineer and in substantial accordance with the basic requirements of the
appropriate standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials,
where applicable, or other standards designated in writing by the "CITY
ENGINEER".
Promptly submit formal reports of tests, inspections and services
performed indicating, where applicable, compliance with the PROJECT
specifications or other contract documents. Such reports must be
complete and factual, citing the tests performed, methods employed,
values obtained, and parts of the structure of THE PROJECT area
subjected to any testing.
Utilize testing equipment which has been calibrated according to
applicable standards and, upon request, submit to the "CITY ENGINEER",
or his authorized representative, documentation of such calibration.
Secure representative samples of those materials that the City's
Contractor proposes to use which require testing, together with relevant
data concerning such materials including the point of origin and supplier.
Consider reports to be confidential, and distribute reports only to those
persons, organizations or agencies specifically designated in writing by
the "CITY ENGINEER".
Retain records relating to services performed for "CITY" for a period of two
years following submission of any reports, during which period the records
will be made available to the "CITY" at all reasonable times.
Pay salaries, wages, expenses, social security taxes, federal and state
unemployment taxes, and any other similar payroll taxes relating to the
services.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT
(REVISED JANUARY, 1998)
PAGE 1 OF 5
ARTICLE 2. CITY RESPONSIBILITIES: City Engineer or authorized representative
will:
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
Provide "LAB" with all plans, specifications, addenda, change orders,
approved shop drawings and other information for the proper performance
of services by "LAB"
Issue authorization in writing giving "LAB" free access to THE PROJECT
site, and to all shops or yards where materials are prepared or stored.
Designate in writing those persons or firms which will act as the "CITY's"
representative with respect to "LAB'S" services to be performed under this
AGREEMENT and which must be promptly notified by "LAB" when it
appears that materials tested or inspected are in non-compliance. Only
the "CITY ENGINEER" or his designated representative have authority to
transmit instructions, receive information and data, interpret and define the
CITY's policies and decisions with respect to THE PROJECT. "LAB"
acknowledges that certain "CITY" representatives may have different
types of authority concerning THE PROJECT.
Advise "LAB" sufficiently in advance of any operations so as to allow for
assignment of personnel by "LAB" for completion of the required services.
Such advance notice will be in accordance with that established by mutual
agreement of the parties.
Direct THE PROJECT contractor, either by the Construction Contract or
direct written order to:
(a)
Stop work at the appropriate times for "LAB" to perform contracted
services;
(b)
Furnish such labor and all facilities needed by "LAB" to obtain and
handle samples at THE PROJECT and to facilitate the specified
inspection and tests;
(c)
Provide and maintain for use of "LAB" adequate space at THE
PROJECT for safe storage and proper curing of test specimens
which must remain on THE PROJECT site prior to, during, and up
to 60 days after testing.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT
(REVISED JANUARY, 1998)
PAGE 2 OF 5
ARTICLE 3.
3.1
3.2
ARTICLE 4.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
"LAB", by the performance of services covered hereunder, does not in any
way assume, abridge or abrogate any of those duties, responsibilities or
authorities with regard to THE PROJECT which, by custom or contract,
are vested in THE PROJECT architects, design engineers, or any other
design agencies or authorities.
"LAB" is not authorized to supervise, alter, relax, enlarge or release any
requirement of THE PROJECT specifications or other contract documents
nor to approve or accept any portion of the work. "LAB" does not have the
right of rejection or the right to stop the work. "CITY ENGINEER" will direct
THE PROJECT contractor to stop work at appropriate times for "LAB" to
conduct the sampling, testing, or inspection of operations covered by the
AGREEMENT.
FIELD MONITORING AND TESTING
4.1
4.2
"CITY" and "LAB" agree that "LAB" will be on-site to perform inspections
for contracted services. The "CITY" and "LAB" also agree that "LAB" will
not assume responsibility for PROJECT Contractor's means, methods,
techniques, sequences or procedures of construction, and it is understood
that the final services provided by "LAB" will not relieve the PROJECT
Contractor of his responsibilities for performing the work in accordance
with THE PROJECT plans and specifications. For the purposes of this
AGREEMENT, the word "inspection" is used to mean periodic observation
of the work and the conducting of tests by "LAB" as specified in the
AGREEMENT. Continuous monitoring by "LAB" or its subcontractors does
not mean that "LAB" is approving placement of materials. Inspection is not
and should not be construed to be a warranty by "LAB" to the "CITY" or
any other party.
Samples collected or tested by "LAB" remain the property of the "CITY"
while in the custody of the "LAB" "LAB" will retain the samples for a period
of 60 days following the date of submission of any report related to the
sample. Following the retention period, "LAB" will dispose of non-
hazardous samples, and return hazardous, acutely toxic, or radioactive
samples and samples containers and residues to "CITY". "CITY" agrees
to accept such samples and samples containers.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT
(REVISED JANUARY, 1998)
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ARTICLE 5.
ARTICLE 6.
ARTICLE 7.
ARTICLE 8.
8,1
8.2
STANDARD OF CARE AND WARRANTY
Services performed by "LAB" will be conducted in a manner consistent
with that level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by reputable members
of the profession currently practicing under similar conditions in the same
locality. No other warranty either expressed or implied is made or intended
by the AGREEMENT or any reports. "LAB" will not be responsible for the
interpretation or use by others of data developed by "LAB",
SAFETY
"CITY" and "LAB" agree that, in accordance with the generally accepted
construction practice, the PROJECT'S general contractor will be solely
and completely responsible for working conditions on THE PROJECT,
including safety of all persons and property during the performance of the
work, and for compliance with all municipal, state, and federal laws, rules
and regulations, including OSHA. The duty of "LAB" in providing services
is not, therefore, to include any review of, or responsibility for, the
adequacy of the PROJECT'S general contractor's safety measures in, on,
or near THE PROJECT site.
INVOICES AND PAYMENT
"LAB" will submit progress invoices to "CITY ENGINEER" monthly and
final invoice upon completion of services. Each invoice is due and
payable by "CITY" within 30 days of receipt and approval to pay by the
City Engineer.
EXTENT OF AGREEMENT
This AGREEMENT, including Exhibit "A" and these terms and conditions,
represents the entire AGREEMENT between "CITY" and "LAB" and
supersedes all prior negotiation, representations or agreements, written or
oral. This AGREEMENT may be amended only by a written instrument
signed by duly authorized representative of "Cl'f-Y" and "LAB". If any
conflict occurs between these terms and conditions and this
AGREEMENT, these terms and conditions are controlling.
In the event that any one or more of the provisions contained in this
AGREEMENT are for any reason held invalid, illegal or unenforceable in
any respect, the remaining terms will be in full effect and this
AGREEMENT will be construed as if the invalid or unenforceable matters
were never included in this AGREEMENT. No waiver of any default will be
a waiver of any future default.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT
(REVISED JANUARY, 1998)
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8.3
Neither party will assign this AGREEMENT without the express written
approval of the other, but "LAB" may subcontract laboratory procedures as
"LAB" deems necessary to meet the obligations of this AGREEMENT.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT
(REVISED JANUARY, 1998)
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City of
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CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTS
City of Corpus Chrisii Ordinance 17112, as amended, requires all persons or firms seeking to do business with the Ciby
to provide the Following information Every question must be answered. If [he question is not applicable, answer with
"N/A"
FIRM NAME:
STREET: cEio %; r' ' ~ CITY: "- · ZIP:
FIRM is: I Corporation ~( 2. Parlnersh~p 3. Sole Owner 4. Association__
5 Other
DISCLOSURE QUESTIONS
If additional space is necessary, please use lhe reverse side of this page or attach separate sheet.
State the names of each employee of the City of Corpus Christi having an ownership Interest constituting
3% or more of the ownership In the above named firm.
Name Job Title and City Department (if known)
State the names of each official of the City of Corpus Christi having an ownership interest constituting
3% or more of the ownership in the above named firm.
Name /¥/t'~ Tide
State the names of each board member of the City of Corpus Christi having an ownership interest
constituting 3% or more of the ownership in the above named firm.
Name Board, Commission or Committee
State the names of each employee or officer of a consultant for the City of Corpus Christi who worked
on any matter related to the subject of this contract and has an ownership interest constituting 3% or
more of the ownership In the above named firm.
Name Consultant
I ~ ,//'r
CERTIFICATE
I cedify that all information provided is true and correct as of the date of this sLatement, that I have not knowingly
withheld disclosure of any information requested; and that supplemental statements will be promptly submitted to the
City of Corpus Christi, Texas as ci~anges occur.
Certi[ying Person: '~'~, ,"~ /~-~<{ ~_ 2 Tr[le: ~.~,, ,~,,-,:',,
(Tyl~e or Print)
Signature of Cedifying Person: - - ¢ Date:
DEFINITIONS
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Board Member. A member ol any board, commission or committee appointed by Ihe City Council of the City of
Corpus Christi, Texas
Employee. Any person employed by the City of Corpus Christi, Texas, either on a full or part time basis, but nol
as an independent contractor
Firm Any entity operated for economic gain, whether professional, industrial or commercial and whether
eslablished to produce or deal with a product or service, including but not limited to, entities operated in the form
of sole proprietorship, as selFemployed person, partnership, corporation, joint stock company, joint venture,
receivership or trust and entities which, for purposes of taxation, are treated as non-profit organizations,
Official. The Mayor, members of lhe City Council, City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Assistant City Managers,
Department and Division Heads and Municipal Court Judges of [he City of Corpus Christi, Texas.
Ownership Interest. Legal or equitable interest, whether actually or constructively held, in a firm, including when
such interest is held through an agent, trust, estate or holding entity. Constructively held refers to holding or
control established through voting trusts, proxies or special lerms of venture or partnership agreements.
Consultant. Any person or firm, such as engineers and architects, hired by the City of Corpus Christi for the
purpose of professional consultation and recommendation