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HomeMy WebLinkAboutC2015-261 - 8/31/2015 - NA • • 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 AND TESTING LABORATORY, INC., a Texas corporation or partnership ("LAB"), acting through its duly authorized representative who is Curtis A. Rock, Business Development Manager which agree as follows: 1. DECLARATIONS: "CITY" desires to engage "LAB" to provide services in connection with City's project, described as follows: ADA Improvements in CDBG Areas (Proiect No. E13131) ("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 C". 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 $3,879.00 (Three Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy Nine Dollars and Zero Cents). Monthly invoices will be submitted in accordance with Exhibit"D." 4. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS: The Consultant agrees to indemnify, save harmless and defend the City of Corpus Christi, and its agents, servants, and employees as more fully set forth in Exhibit"B". 5. CITY'S DISCLOSURE OF HAZARDOUS & TOXIC MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS AT THE PROJECT SITE: To the best of the City's 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. 6. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS: All documents including contract documents (plans and specifications), record drawings, contractor's field data and submittal data will be the sole property of the City and may not be used again by the "LAB" without the express written consent of the Director of Capital Programs. However, the "LAB" may use standard details that are not specific to this project. CITY OF CORPU C RISTI ROCK ENGINEERING AND TESTING LA TORY, INC. ' (5-- •.-tah Z- - 15 Val' H. Gray, •.E. (Da e) Cu . ock (Date) Exec tive Director of • blic orks Business Development Manager 6817 Leopard Street Corpus Christi, TX 78409 RECOMM D (361) 883-4555 Office IPP (361) 883-4711 Fax h/Nr O•era it., Department ate) Project No. E13131 APPRO D, Accounting Unit: 1059-051 Account: 550920 h ) `i1 • • Activity: E13131011059EXP Offic-'of Management (Date i Account Category: 50920 and Budget 1/0 Fund Name: CDBG Grants Encumbrance No. --•-�.+..�n Ae Twzaii_FORM 2015-261 ,/4_15 8/31/15 :e) Rock Engineering and Testing .PROVEMENTS IN CDBG AREASIROCK\CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING.doc INDEXED •GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING '0:> 'etr‘t •CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS ENGINEERING TESTING OC ~. •SOILS • ASPHALT • CONCRETE Tuesday, June 23, 2015 City of Corpus Christi 1201 Leopard St Corpus Christi,TX 78401 Attn Jeffrey Edmonds, PE SUBJECT: ESTIMATED TESTING BUDGET FOR THE PROPOSED E13131 ADA Improvements in CDBG Areas FY 2013 Corpus Christi, TX RETL Proposal Number: P041015B Dear Jeffrey Edmonds,PE Rock Engineering and Testing Laboratory,Inc. (RETL) (TBPE Firm No.2101) is pleased to be selected to perform the Construction Materials Testing for the above referenced project.The Construction Materials Testing for the proposed construction project is based upon quantities as derived from the Plans made available to RETL as of the date of this proposal. The estimated testing for this project is $3,879.00 This estimate will change and is dependent upon the actual scope of work performed as requested on the project site and will be billed based on the testing requested and 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. Please be advised that weekend technician time will be invoiced portal to portal at an additional rate of $32.00 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 extension 15 if you have any questions regarding the proposal or would like to discuss further. Sincerely, Pablo Schmitt Estimator Rock Engineering and Testing ROCK ENGINEERING TESTING'LABORATORY.INC 6817 LEOPARD STREET•CORPUS CHRISTI.TEXAS.78409 OFFICE: (361)883-4555•FAX: (361)883-4711 •www.rocktesting.com EXHIBIT"A" Page 1 of 1 EXHIBIT B INDEMNIFICATION Consultant shall fully indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the City of Corpus Christi and its officials, officers, agents, employees, volunteers, directors and representatives ("Indemnitee") from and against any and all claims, damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorney fees and defense costs, caused by or resulting from an act of negligence, intentional tort, intellectual property infringement, or failure to pay a subcontractor or supplier committed by Consultant or its agent, consultant under contract or another entity over which Consultant exercises control while in the exercise of rights or performance of the duties under this agreement. This Indemnification does not apply to any liability resulting from the negligent acts or omissions of the City of Corpus Christi or its employees, to the extent of such negligence. Consultant must, at City's option, defend Indemnitee and with counsel satisfactory to the City Attorney. Consultant must advise City in writing within 24 hours of any claim or demand against City or Consultant known to Consultant related to or arising out of Consultant's activities under this Agreement. EXHIBIT"B" Page 1 of 1 TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO AGREEMENT ARTICLE 1. SERVICES: "LAB"will: 1.1 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. 1.4 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 the"CITY"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 information 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. 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; EXHIBIT"C" Page 1 of 3 • (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. 3.2 "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 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. 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"LAB". 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 contractor's safety measures in, on, or near THE PROJECT site. EXHIBIT"C" Page 2 of 3 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. 8.2 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" Page 3 of 3 Sample form for: Payment Request COMPLETE PROJECT NAME Revised 07/27/00 Project No. XXXX Invoice No. 12345 Invoice Date: Total Amount Previous Total Percent - Basic Services: Contract Amd No. 1 Amd No. 2 Contract Invoiced Invoice Invoice Complete Preliminary Phase $1,000 $0 $0 $1,000 $0 $1,000 $1,000 100% - Design Phase 2,000 1,000 0 3,000 1,000 500 1,500 50% Bid Phase 500 0 250 750 0 0 0 0% Construction Phase 2,500 0 1,000 3,500 0 0 0 0% Subtotal Basic Services $6,000 $1,000 $1,250 $8,250 $750 $1,500 $2,500 30% Additional Services: Permitting $2,000 $0 $0 $2,000 $500 $0 $500 25% Warranty Phase 0 1,120 0 1,120 0 0 0 0% Inspection 0 0 1,627 1,627 0 0 0 0% Platting Survey TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD 0% O & M Manuals TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD 0% SCADA TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD 0% Subtotal Additional Services $2,000 $1,120 $1,627 $4,747 $500 $0 $500 11% Summary of Fees Basic Services Fees $6,000 $1,000 $1,250 $8,250 $750 $1,500 $2,500 30% Additional Services Fees 2,000 1,120 1,627 4,747 500 0 500 11% Total of Fees $8,000 $2,120 $2,877 $12,997 $1,250 $1,500 $3,000 23% rn d = Ca CO e� _ _ = °, v SUPPLIER NUMBER TO BE ASSIGNED BY CITY PURCHASING DIVISION `^X City of CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus DISCLOSURE OF INTEREST Christi City of Corpus Christi Ordinance 17112, as amended, requires all persons or firms seeking to do business with the City to provide the following information. Everyquestion must be answered. If the question is not applicable, answer with `NA". See reverse side for Filing Requirements, Certifications and definitions. COMPANY NAME: Rock Engineering and Testing Laboratory,Inc. P.O.BOX: N/A STREET ADDRESS: 6817 Leopard Street CITY: Corpus Christi ZIP: 78409 FIRM IS: I. Corporation 7" 2. Partnership 8 3. Sole Owner ❑ 4. Association _ 5. Other DISCLOSURE QUESTIONS If additional space is necessary,please use the reverse side of this page or attach separate sheet. 1. 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) 2. 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 Title 3. 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 ?lCfl T%g Commis iOn 4. 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 • • FILING REQUIREMENTS If a person who requests official action on a matter knows that the requested action will confer an economic benefit on any City official or employee that is distinguishable from the effect that the action will have on members of the public in general or a substantial segment thereof,you shall disclose that fact in a signed writing to the City official,employee or body that has been requested to act in the matter, unless the interest of the City official or employee in the matter is apparent. The disclosure shall also be made in a signed writing filed with the City Secretary. [Ethics 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: Curtis A.Rock Title: Business Development Manager (Type or Print) Signature of Certifying Date: Person: Q- 11-1 i5 DEFINITIONS a. "Board member." A member of any board, commission, or committee appointed by the City Council of the City of Corpus Christi,Texas. b. "Economic benefit". 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-employed 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 firm, such as engineers and architects, hired by the City of Corpus Christi for the purpose of professional consultation and recommendation.