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Home My WebLink AboutC2013-254 - 8/27/2013 - Approved AGREEMENT For Construction Materials Testing and Engineering Services This AGREEMENT is between the City of Corpus Christi, Texas, a Texas home-rule municipal corporation ("CITY"), acting through its duly authorized City Manager or designee ("City Engineer"), and ROCK ENGINEERING & TESTING LABORATORY INC., a Texas corporation or partnership ("LAB"), acting through its duly authorized representative who is Curtis A. Rggk__Buslness_Qevelo2ment Manager, which agree as follows: 1. DECLARATIONS: "CITY" desires to engage "LAB" to provide services in connection with City's project, described as follows, tr n suet n lan. Phass—! � _2ro'ect No. 65111 (-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". 3. FEE: The "CITY" agrees to pay the "LAB" for services provided in accordance with Exhibit "X, Scope of Services and Fee Schedule under this AGREEMENT, a total fee not to exceed t ft Sev n Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty Q liars and Zeray Cen ts . Invoices to be submitted monthly in accordance with Exhibit"D". 4. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS. The "CONSULTANT" agrees to indemnify, save harmless and defend the "CITY", and it's agents, servants, and employees as more fully set forth in"Exhibit E". CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI ROCK ENGINEERING &TESTING LABORATORY N Oscar R. Martinez 7:�i( _,�Zili)- Curtis A. Rock (Date) Assistant City Manager Business Development Manager 6817 Leopard Street Corpus Christi, TX 78409 (3 61) 883-4555 Office RECOMMENDED (361) 883-4711 Fax Daniel Biles, P.E. (Date)' Dire cfor of Engiy Services �g P roj ect N u mber:6511 Funding Source: 550920-3126-00000-170678 Fund Name: V e ie H. Gra�,P. (Date) Director of Storm Water and Streets TO FORM office _ZA gmt and Budget (Date) ATTEST .. RrCF11VED ENTERED ZaZO I I Armando Chap a, City Secretary (Date) I I JUL 2 2 QLoj JUL 122013 CONTRACT MANAGER 2013-254 8/27/13 %Z511-Bayal Move Conviruclian Matedess Testing ifor Shatefina RdcwianpMSTING Or d. 029941 Rock Engineering& Testing C� GEOTECHNICAL ENGJNEERING CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS ENGINEERING &TESTING 0 0 SOILS a ASPHALT CONCRETE N July 10, 2013 City of Corpus Christi C. Box 9277 Corpus Christi, Texas 78401 Attn: Mr, an Biles, P,E. — Director of Engineering SUBJECT: ESTIMATED TESTING BUDGET FOR THE PROPOSED Bay front Development Plan, Phase 3 City Project No.: 6511 Corpus Christi, Texas RETL P Dear Mr, Biles, Rock Engineering and Testing Laboratory, Inc ETL) (TBPE Firm No 2101) is pleased to be selected to perform the required Construction Materials Testing for the above referenced project, The Estimated Construction Materials Testing Budget for this project is $57,960.00. ,We understand that we have been chosen to provide these services fortis publicly funded project. Therefore, by providing cost information we are not in violation o f t he Texas Professional Services Procurement Act. The estimated construction materials testing budget is based on a review of the information provided to RETL. An estimated breakdown of field and laboratory testing required is included as an attachment, Please make note that the actual fees invoiced for this project will be based on the actual testing performed. The total fee assessed will be dependent on the contractor's construction techniques, number of trips made to the job sit e, elapsed time from technician arrival to commencement of testing activities, and any time the technician is required to be on-site but not performing testing activities. Please be advised that weekend Technician time will be invoiced portal to portal at an additional rate of 1® per hour. RETL appreciates your consideration of our firm to assist you during the construction phase of your project. If you agree with this proposal, please sign the attached Laboratory Testing Services Agreement, submit the Distribution List and provide billing information Please do not hesitate to contact me at (361) 883-4555 if you have any questions regarding the proposal or would like to discuss further. Sincerely, k" Sandra Kirk Project Estimator EXHIBIT"A" ROCK ENGINEERING&TESTING LABORATORY, INC. Page I of 5 6817 LEOPARD STREET®CORPUS CHRISTi,TEXAS,78409 OFFICE (361)B83.4555®F (361)8834711 -wwvv rocklesting corn Coate• Juiy 10 2013 Project Name Oayfront Devetoprnent Plan, Phase 3 City Project No 6511 Contact fir Darr Wes, P F -Director of Engineering Contact Information City of Corpus Christi UTILITIES UTILITIES Test Quantity Unit Fee Fee Initial Sackfill Sample Charge $5700 $5700 Proctor Type Standard 1 $21500 $21500 Final tackfill Sample Charge $5700 $57.100 Procter Type Standard 1 $21500 $21500 Additional Test Atterberg Llrn is and Gradation 1 $18800 $18800 Cement Stabilized Sackfill Sample Charge $5700 $57.00 Proctor Type Standard 1 $21500 $21500 Stormwater Line Description PCP 18"& 24" Line Length(LF 909 Test Frequency 1 every 200 LF per'ft 50 $4400 $2,200'60 Number of Lfts 10 tormwater# Line Description PCP 30"& 36,E Line Length(0) 1,175 Test Frequency 1 every 204 LF per i=dt 64 $44.00 $2.640 00 Number of Lifts 10 Wastewater Line Descript can 6"Sanitary Sevier Line(SLOP 26) Line Length(LF 1.022 Test Frequency 1 every 200 LF per lift 4 $4400 $2,.1'1100 , Number of Lifts 0 Wastewater Line Description Sanitary Suer Fore gain 4"PVC Lane Length(LF) 122 Test Frequency 1 every 200 LF per?ift 6 $44 0O $35200 Number of Lifts 6 Water Line Description Water Main Pipe(PVC 6",S"& r2 Line Length(LF) 2,267 Test Frequency 1 every 200 LF per lift 60 S4400 $2,64000 Number of Lifts 5 Gas Line Description Remove Fxi?shng 4"PW Gas Line Line Length(LF) 1,125 Test Frequency 1 every 200 LF per lift 36 $44.00 $1,58400 Number of Lifts 6 Manholes Description Manhole(Type M=Complete) Number of Manholes 21 Set Size Concrete Cylinders(set of 41 4 $176.00 $70400 Test Schedule 9 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days Test Frequency 1 set every 6 sterns Manholes#2 Description 4' Fiberg ass Type A Manho e Number of Manholes 6 Set Size Concrete Cyfnders(set of 4) 2 $17600 $352.00 Test Schedule 1 @ 7 clays& 3 @ 26 days Test Frequency 1 set every 6,;.terns EXHIBIT"A" of 1 Csfi Date , July 10, 2013 Project Name Bayfront Development Plan Phase City Project No 6511 Contact Mr, Dan BJes, P E - Director of Engmeenng Contact Information City of Corpus Christi Test Quantity !In t Fee Fee Manholes#3 Description Remove 4' Sewer Manhole(Backfi,) Number of Manholes 4 Test Frequency 1 per"lift per 3 items a $4400 $35200 Number of Lifts 4 Inlets Number of Inlets 36 Set Size Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) 4 $17600 $704,00 Test Schedule 1 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days Test Frequency 1 set every 10 items PARKING &PAVE Subgrade Description 12"Compacted Sub grade (4)Sample Charge $5700 $228,00 Square Footage 124,794 Linear Footage, 6:500 Number of Lanes 2 Proctor Type Standard 4 $21500 $86000 Density Requirements 95%std at or above opt 1`06sture 33 $4400 $1,45200 Test Frequency 1 every 200 LF of Street Paving Section Base 9"Type A Grade 1 Flexib'e Base-Crushed Description Limestone Base (2)Sample Charge $5700 $114 00 Square Yardage 13,866 Linear Footage 6,500 Number of Lanes 2 Proctor Type Modified 2 $253,00 $506.00 Density Requirements 981`x',j std -1 to +331, opt Moisture 22 $4400 $96800 Test Frequency 1 every 300 LF of Street Additional Test Atterberg Limits and Gradation 2 $188,00 $376,00 Additional Test, Wet Ball MO 2 $32100 $642,00 HM AC Description, 2'HMAC -Type D & 4 HMAC -Type 6 (13)Sample Charge $57,00 $741.00 Square Yardage 11,226 Tonage 3,705 Full Series Freq 1 every 500 Tons or Day 13 $61600 $8,00800 Cored in Place Freq 1 every 300 LF of Street 14 $9900 $1,386,00 Concrete Description Stamped Concrete Cubic Yards 320 Set Size Concrete Beams ,set of 41:, 7 $30000 $2,100,00 Test Schedule 2 @ 7 days&2 @ 28 days Test Frequency I set per 50 CY 'Per Day's Pour Additional Test Air Entrainment 7 $2500 $17500 Concrete Description Concrete Median Cubic Yards 55 Set Size Concrete Beams(set of 4) $30000 $60000 Test Schedule 2 @ 7'days&2 @ 28 days Test Frequency 1 set per 50 CY;Per Day`s Pour Additional Test As Entrainment 2 $ OCH9 T SVP Page 3 of 5 f 4 f Date , I July 10, 2013 Project Name Bayfront Development Plan, Phase 3 City Project No 6511 Contact: Mr. Dan Bites, P E.-Director of Engineering Contact Information City of Corpus Chun Test Quantity Qnrt Fee Fee Concrete Description Controller Foundation No of Foundations 2 Set Size: Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) 2 $17600 $35200 Test Schedule 1 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days Test Frequency I set per Day's Pour Concrete Description. Concrete Rip Rap(5"Thick) Cubic Yards 12 Set Size: Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) 1 $176,00 $17600 Test Schedule 1 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days Test Frequency I set per Day's Pour Curb and Gutter Description: Concrete Curb& Gutter(Type 1) Linear Footage; 819 Density Requirements 95%std 2 $4400 $88,00 Density Frequency 1 every 500 LF Concrete Set Size! Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) Test Schedule 1 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days 1 5176.00 $17600 Test Frequency 1 every 1000 LF Curb and Gutter#2 Description: Concrete Curb& Gutter(Type 2) Linear Footage: 8,946 Density Requirements 95%std 18 $4400 $79200 Density Frequency,- 1 every 500 LF Concrete Set Size: Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) Test Schedule: 1 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days 9 $17600 $1,584,00 Test Frequency: I every 1000 LF Curb and Gutter#2 Description- Sidewalk Curb(V Wide) Linear Footage: 130 Density Requirements, 95%std. 1 $4400 $4400 Density Frequency- 1 every 500 LF Concrete Set Siz • Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) Test Schedule 1 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days 1 $17600 $17600 Test Frequency 1 every 1000 LF Sidewalk Description: Concrete Sidewalk(4', 5',6, 8', 10'& 12'Wide) Square Footage' 67,311 Set Size- Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) 17 $17600 $2,992,00 Test Schedule: 1 @ 7 days& 3 @ 28 days Test Frequency, I set every 4,000 SF Ramp Description: Concrete Curb Ramp(Type 1,2,8& 10) Square Footage: 48 each Set Size Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) 5 $17600 $88000 Test Schedule 1 @ 7 days&3 @ 28 days Test Frequency 1 set per Day's Pour EXHIBIT�"Ajlp Page 4 of 5 vf,4, Oate , e July 10,2013 Project Name Bayfront Deve �pnrrent Plan, Phase 3 City Project No 6511 Contact Mr Can Bres, RE - Director of Engineering Contact Information City of Corpus Christi Test Quantity knit Fee —ee Driveway Description Conc Driveway(Type C)(6"Wck)(30'x 1 U ea Set Size Concrete Cylinders(set of 4) 2 6176 0* $35200 Test Scheduie I @ 7 days& 3 @ 28 days Test Frequency: 1 set every 2,500 SF/Per Day's Pour CYLINDER PICK-UP FEES Number of Trips 48 $43,00 $2:064,00 TRANSPORTATION FEES Loca,Von, Corpus Christi, Texas 224 $45-00 $10,08000 ADMINISTRATION FEES (11 Time Fee per Project) 1 $8500 $6500 10%CONTINGENCY FEE $5,26900 ESTIMATED TOTAL $57,960.00 This is only an estimate. Please make note that the actual fees invoiced for this project will be based on the actual testing performed. The total fee assessed will be dependent on the contractor's construction techniques, number of trips made to the Jobsite, elapsed time from technician arrival to commencement of testing activities, and any time the technician is required to be on-site but not performing testing activities, EXHIBIT" " A r 4 of 4l = Page 6 of 6 Exhibit Mandatory Requirements (Revised November, ) INDEMNIFICATION Consultant agrees to indemnify,save harmless defend i f Corpus Chriati,and its officers, agents, servants and employees, and each of them against and hold it and them harmless from I lawsuits, claims, demands, liabilities, losses including court costs and reasonable attoc s° ,for cc of any injury person, or any death at any time lti from c injury, to r , to the extent Consultant's negligent performance of services covered by this contract The foregoi indemnity ll apply except if c injury, r damage is caused by the sole r concurrent negli c of the City of Corpus Christi, its rc r , servants, or employees, or any other person indemnified r u ro m a Pa e 1 of 1 TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT ARTICLE 1® SERVICES: "LAB"will: 1,11 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, 1.2 Perform technical services under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer and in compliance with the basic requirements of the appropriate standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials, where applicable and other standards designated in writing by the "CITY ENGINEER," 1.3 Promptly submit formal reports (printed and electronic copies) 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. 1A 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, 1.5 Consider reports to be confidential, and distribute reports only to those persons, organizations or agencies specifically designated in writing by the"CITY ENGINEER". 1.6 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 thee" l at all reasonable times. 1.7 Pay salaries, wages, expenses, social security taxes, federal and state unemployment taxes, and any other similar payroll taxes relating to the services. ARTICLE 2® CITY RESPONSIBILITIES- City Engineer or authorized representative will: 2.1 Provide "LAB" with all plans, specifications, addenda, change orders, approved shop drawings and other infor miation for the proper performance of services by "LAB". 2.2 Issue authorization in writing giving "LAB" free access to THE PROJECT site, and to all shops or yards where materials are prepared or stored. 2.3 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. 1X=H1BlT1f1C11 a 10 a e 1 of 3 P� 2.4 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. 2.5 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. ARTICLE 3. GENERAL CONDITIONS 3.1 "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, 12 "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, ARTICLE 4. FIELD MONITORING AND TESTING 4.1 "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 Contractors 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 can 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. 4.2 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, ARTICLE 5. 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"L P® 1 EXHIBIT"C" Pa e 2 of 3 ARTICLE 6. 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 contractors safety measures in, on, or near THE PROJECT site. ARTICLE 7. 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, ARTICLE 8. EXTENT OF AGREEMENT 8.1 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 "CITY" and "LAB". If any conflict occurs between these terms and conditions and this AGREEMENT, these terms and conditions are controlling- &2 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. 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, EXHIBIT"C" Pa e3of3 ® 0 IR 0 E 6>f 4$7i' Lr FO 6 T C`d cNi m 0 trwi bf3 a z E $2, f 69. LO LO t`tr' P ,0 � ' N l t Cs ex CL ��pp p� T SA�4 y� aep • t1 f9t Xl3 ' 2"IZ ®"Y r ��qg u CM W » € ; r _ r , aG3 > 0 0 > r' s 's 5 r 69- 6Ft 69- ® 4? 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FILING REQUI[REIVIENTS If at person who requests official action on a matter knows that the requested action will confer an economic benefit on any City official ore loee that is distinguishable fro m t e e ffect that the action will have on members orthe public in general or a substantial segment thereof,you shall disclose that f a c t in a signed writing t o t he City official,emplo ee or body that has been requested to act in the matter,to the interest of the City to ore lyee in the matter is agparent. The disclosure shall also be made in a signed writing riled with the City Secretary. tic s Ordinance Section 2-349(d)] CERTIFICATION I certify that all information provided is true and correct as of the date of this statement, that I have not knowingly withheld disclosure of any information requested; and that supplemental statements will be promptly submitted to the City of Corpus Christi,Texas as changes occur. Certifying Person: cuf,--%"s A Ipor-K Title. lopvwud (type or Prlal$ Signature of Certifying Date: Person: DEFINITIONS a.. "Board member." A member of any board, commission, or committee appointed by the C i ry Council of the C ity of Corpus Christi,Texas. b. "Economic benefie'. An action that is likely to affect an economic interest if it is likely to have an effect on that interest that is distinguishable from its effect on members of the public in general or a substantial segment thereof. c. "Employee." Any person employed by the City of Corpus Christi,Texas either on a full or part-time basis,but not as an independent contractor. d. "Firm." Any entity operated for economic gain, whether professional, industrial or commercial. and whether established to produce or deal with a product or service, including but not limited to, entities operated in the form of sole proprietorship, as self emp toys d person, partnership,corporation,joint stock company.joint venture,receivership or trust,and entities which for purposes of taxation are treated as non-profit organizations. e. "Official." The Mayor, members of the City Council, City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Assistant City Managers, Department and Division Heads. and Municipal Court Judges of the City of Corpus Christi,Texas. f. "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 holdings or control established through voting trusts, proxies, or special terms of venture or partnership agreements." g. "Consultant."Any person or fi rm, such as engineers and architects, hired by the City of Corpus Christi for the purpose of professional consultation and recommendation. EXHIBIT"ED a ' Pge 2 of 2