HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007 04 09 Consent 201 Install Trees Along Cross Seminole Trail
COMMISSION AGENDA
ITEM
201
CONSENT
INFORMATIONAL
PUBLIC HEARING
REGULAR
April 9, 2007
Meeting
Authorization
REQUEST: Community Development Department, Urban Beautification Services Division,
requesting authorization to enter into a contract agreement with Vila & Son
Landscaping Corporation in the amount of $100,202 to install trees along the
Cross Seminole Trail as part of a Florida Division of Forestry Emergency
Hurricane Grant Project (RFP/DF-04/05-99).
PURPOSE: The purpose of this Board item is to request authorization to enter into
a contract agreement with Vila & Son Landscaping Corporation for tree installation
services to be performed along Seminole County Cross Seminole Trail from the
Parkstone Subdivision to Tuskawilla Road.
CONSIDERATIONS:
In October 2005, the City executed contract (FDACS #010355) with the Florida
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Forestry, for grant funding to
install restorative tree plantings in Winter Springs due to a massive tree loss during the 2004
Hurricane Season. The grant allows for a total program cost of $100,202 for tree installations
with a 25% match required on behalf ofthe City.
Scope of work for the tree installation project includes installation of398 trees along
the Cross Seminole Trail from just East of the Parkstone Subdivision to Tuskawilla Road
(Main Street), in the Winter Springs Town Center. City Staff will be maintaining this project
during the required (1) year establishment period with the landscape maintenance contractor
taking over after (1) year.
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Bid proposals the project (ITB 005/07/SR) were received on March 29, 2007, with Vila
and Son Landscaping Corporation being the lowest bidder having a base bid of $78,947. Vila
and Son Landscaping Corporation was one of four bidders responding to the Bid Invitation.
Construction of the project is expected to take less than 60 days from notice to
proceed, not including unforeseen field conditions, and cost $78,947 (base bid) plus
additional trees (at unit cost), installed for a program total of $100,202. The Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Forestry, Emergency Hurricane Grant
Program will reimburse 75% of the program total to the City upon completion of the project.
FUNDING:
The scope of work for this contract is funded by the Urban Beautification Services -
Arbor Line Code (110-54685-30117) in the amount of $100,202 ($78,947 base bid plus
$21,255 in optional trees installed at contract unit cost pricing); to be expended upon
completion of the project. The Division of Forestry will reimburse 75% of the program total
prior to the grant deadline of September 30, 2007.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that authorization be given to enter into a contract agreement with
Vila & Son Landscaping Corporation for the Cross Seminole Trail Tree Installation
Project (ITB 005/07/SR) at a cost of $100,202 ($78,947 base bid plus $21,255 in optional
trees installed at contract unit cost pricing), to be paid from the Arbor Fund (110-54685-
30117).
IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE:
Work for the Cross Seminole Trail Tree Installation Project will commence
immediately upon Commission approval and execution of the contract document.
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A TT ACHMENTS:
1. Agreement Form - ITB 005/07/SR
2. Bid Tabulation - ITB 005/07/SR
3. Tree Installation List - ITB 005/07/SR
COMMISSION ACTION:
ATTACHMENT I - AGREEMENT FORM
AGREEMENT FORM
ITB 005/07/SR
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of , 2007 by and
between the CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA, a Florida municipal corporation, hereinafter referred to
as "City", located at 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708, and Vila and Son LandscaDina
CorDoration, a Florida Corporation hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider",
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, City wishes to obtain tree installation services along the Cross Seminole Trail between
Parkstone HOA and Tuskawilla Road; and
WHEREAS, Service Provider participated in the selection and negotiation process; and
WHEREAS, Service Provider is willing to provide such services on a continual basis for the City under
the terms and conditions stated herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is
hereby acknowledged, the parties covenant and agree as follows:
1.0 RECITALS
1.1 The foregoing recitals are deemed to be true and accurate and are fully incorporated herein by
reference.
2.0 TERM AND DEFINITIONS
2.1 This contract shall commence on the Effective Date and end when the prescribed work is
completed or 60 (sixty) days, whichever comes first. The Agreement may be canceled in whole or part by the
City or the Service Provider, upon giving written notice; EXCEPT that non-performance on the part of the
Service Provider will be grounds for immediate termination and withholding of payment by the City. Unless
otherwise provided in said notice, all work being performed by Service Provider at the time of receipt of the
notice shall immediately cease and no further work shall be provided by Service Provider under this contract.
2.2 Definitions. The following words and phrases used in this Agreement shall have the
following meaning ascribed to them unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
a. "Agreement" or "Contract" shall be used interchangeably and shall refer to this
Agreement, as amended from time to time, which shall constitute authorization
for the Service Provider to provide tree installation services approved by the
City.
b. "Effective Date" shall be the date on which the last signatory hereto shall
execute this Agreement, and it shall be the date on which this Agreement shall
go into effect. The Agreement shall not go into effect until said date.
c. "Service Provider" shall mean Vila and Son Landscapina Corporation a Florida
Corporation, and its principals, officers, employees, and agents.
d. "Public Record" shall have the meaning given in Section 119.011 (1), Florida
Statutes.
e. "Work" or "Services" shall be used interchangeably and shall include the
performance of the work agreed to by the parties in this Agreement.
f. "City Project Manager" or "Designated Representative" or "Project Director" shall mean the
Urban Beautification Manager for the City, or his designee, who is to provide the general
administration of the contract.
3.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.1 Service Provider shall provide tree installation services for Cross Seminole Trail between
Parkstone HOA and Tuskawilla Road; including the furnishing of all labor, equipment, tools, materials,
incidentals and the performing of all operations necessary as described in the Project Manual.
4.0 CHANGES IN THE SCOPE OF WORK
4.1 City may make changes in the Services at any time by giving written notice to Service Provider.
If such changes increase (additional services) or decrease or eliminate any amount of Work, City and Service
Provider will negotiate any change in total cost or schedule modifications. If the City and the Service Provider
approve any change, the Contract will be modified in writing to reflect the changes. All change orders shall be
authorized in writing by City's and Service Provider's designated representative.
4.2 All of City's amendments thereto shall be performed in strict accordance with the terms of this
Agreement insofar as they are applicable.
5.0 SCHEDULE
5.1 Service Provider shall perform services in conformance with the schedule reasonably
established by the City Representative. Service Provider shall complete all of said services in a timely manner
and will keep City apprized of the status of work on at least a monthly basis or as otherwise reasonably
requested by the City. Should Service Provider fall behind on the established schedule, it shall employ such
resources so as to comply with the schedule.
5.2 No extension for completion of services shall be granted to Service Provider without City's prior
written consent.
6.0 METHODS OF PAYMENT FOR SERVICES AND EXPENSES
OF SERVICE PROVIDER
6.1 General Bid Services. The City shall only pay Service Provider for services actually
performed based on the Bid Form. The total amount paid to Service Provider for this Agreement shall not
exceed $100.202 (One Hundred Thousand-Two Hundred and Two) Dollars. which consists of a base
bid in the amount of $78,947 and optional trees (unit cost) not to exceed $21,255 as per bid ITB
005/07/SR - Bid Calculation Sheet.
6.2 Additional Services. From time to time during the term of this Agreement, City may request
that Service Provider perform additional Services not required under the Project Manual. For those additional
services agreed upon by the City and Service Provider in writing, City agrees to pay Service Provider a total
amount equal to that mutually agreed upon by the parties in writing.
6.3 Payment. Upon receipt of a proper invoice from Service Provider, the City agrees to pay the
Service Provider the invoice amount providing said amount accurately reflects the terms and conditions of this
Agreement. Invoices may only be submitted on a monthly basis unless otherwise agreed by the City. Unless
otherwise agreed in writing by the City, there shall be no other compensation paid to the Service Provider and
its principals, employees, and independent professional associates and consultants in the performance of
Work under this Agreement. The City agrees to make all payments due within thirty (30) days of receipt of a
proper invoice delivered by Service Provider. The Service Provider may only bill the City for actual work
performed.
7.0 RIGHT TO INSPECTION
7.1 City or its affiliates shall at all times have the right to review or observe the services performed
by Service Provider.
7.2 No inspection, review, or observation shall relieve Service Provider of its responsibility under this
Agreement.
8.0 AUDIT AND INSPECTIONS
All Service Provider's records with respect to any matters covered by this Agreement shall be made
available to the City, at any time during normal business hours, as often as the City deems necessary, to audit,
examine, and make excerpts or transcripts of all relevant data. Any deficiencies noted in audit reports must be
fully cleared by the Service Provider within thirty (30) days after receipt by the Service Provider. Failure of the
Service Provider to comply with the above audit requirements will constitute a material breach of this
Agreement and may result, at the sole discretion of the City, in the withholding of payment for services provided
under this Agreement.
9.0 PROFESSIONALISM AND STANDARD OF CARE
9.1 Service Provider shall do, perform and carry out in a professional manner all
Services required to be performed by this Agreement. Service Provider shall also use the degree of care and
skill in performing the Services that are ordinarily exercised under similar circumstances by reputable members
of Service Provider's profession working in the same or similar locality as Service Provider.
10.0 SUBMITTAL OF PROGRESS REPORTS
10.1 Service Provider shall submit a monthly written progress report as to the status of all Work set
forth in this Agreement which shall also include necessary chemical application reporting. The report shall in a
sufficient manner demonstrate that any funds expended were used to provide the agreed-upon Services. If the
detail is not sufficient in the City Project Manager's reasonable discretion to permit the City to determine the
Work performed or the manner in which it is being performed, the City may seek more detail from the Service
Provider.
11.0 WARRANTY OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11.1 The Service Provider (for itself and any of its employees, contractors, partners,
and agents used to perform the Services) hereby warrants unto the City that all of its employees (and those of
any of its contractors, partners, and agents used to perform the Services) have sufficient experience to
properly complete the Services specified herein or as may be performed pursuant to this Agreement. In pursuit
of any Work, the Service Provider shall supervise and direct the Work, using its best skill and attention and
shall enforce strict discipline and good order among its employees. The Service Provider shall comply with all
laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and lawful orders of any public authority bearing on the performance of the
Work.
12.0 CORPORATE REPRESENTATIONS BY SERVICE PROVIDER
12.1 Service Provider hereby represents and warrants to the City the following:
a. Service Provider is duly registered and licensed to do business in the State of
Florida and is in good standing under the laws of Florida, and is duly qualified and
authorized to carry on the functions and operations set forth in this Agreement.
b. The undersigned signatory for Service Provider has the power, authority, and the
legal right to enter into and perform the obligations set forth in this Agreement and
all applicable exhibits thereto, and the execution, delivery, and performance hereof
by Service Provider has been duly authorized by the board of directors and/or
president of Service Provider. In support of said representation, Service Provider
agrees to provide a copy to the City of a corporate certificate of good standing
provided by the State of Florida prior to the execution of this Agreement.
c. Service Provider is duly licensed under all local, state and federal laws to provide
the Services stated in paragraph 3.0 herein. In support of said representation,
Service Provider agrees to provide a copy of all said licenses to the City prior to
the execution of this Agreement.
13.0 WORK IS A PRIVATE UNDERTAKING
13.1 With regard to any and all Work performed hereunder, it is specifically understood
and agreed to by and between the parties hereto that the contractual relationship between the City and Service
Provider is such that the Service Provider is an independent contractor and not an agent of the City. The
Service Provider, its contractors, partners, agents, and their employees are independent contractors and not
employees of the City. Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted to establish any relationship other than
that of an independent contractor, between the City, on one hand, and the Service Provider, its contractors,
partners, employees, or agents, during or after the performance of the Work under this Agreement.
14.0 PROGRESS MEETING
14.1 City Project Manager may hold periodic progress meetings on a monthly basis, or more
frequently if required by the City, during the term of work entered into under this Agreement. Service Provider's
Project Manager and all other appropriate personnel shall attend such meetings as designated by the City
Project Manager.
15.0 SAFETY
15.1 Service Provider shall be solely and absolutely responsible and assume all liability for the
safety and supervision of its principals, employees, contractors, and agents while performing Services provided
hereunder.
16.0 INSURANCE
16.1 Liability Amounts. During the term of this Agreement, Service Provider shall be responsible
for providing the types of insurance and limits of liability as set forth below.
a. The Service Provider shall maintain comprehensive general liability insurance in the
minimum amount of $1,000,000 as the combined single limit for each occurrence to
protect the Service Provider from claims of property damages which may arise from any
Services performed under this Agreement whether such Services are performed by the
Service Provider or by anyone directly employed by or contracting with the Service
Provider.
b. The Service Provider shall maintain comprehensive automobile liability insurance in the
minimum amount of $1,000,000 combined single limit bodily injury and minimum
$1,000,000 property damage as the combined single limit for each occurrence to protect
the Service Provider from claims for damages for bodily injury, including wrongful death,
as well as from claims from property damage, which may arise from the ownership, use, or
maintenance of owned and non-owned automobiles, including rented automobiles whether
such operations be by the Service Provider or by anyone directly or indirectly employed by
the Service Provider.
c. The Service Provider shall maintain, during the life of this Agreement, adequate Workers'
Compensation Insurance in at least such amounts as are required by law and Employer's
Liability Insurance in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 for all of its employees
performing Work for the City pursuant to this Agreement.
16.2 Special Requirements. Current, valid insurance policies meeting the requirements
herein identified shall be maintained during the term of this Agreement. A copy of a current Certificate of
Insurance shall be provided to the City by Service Provider upon the Effective Date of this Contract which
satisfied the insurance requirements of this paragraph 16.0. Renewal certificates shall be sent to the City 30
days prior to any expiration date. There shall also be a 30-day advance written notification to the City in the
event of cancellation or modification of any stipulated insurance coverage. The City shall be an additional
named insured on all stipulated insurance policies as its interest may appear, from time to time.
16.3 Independent Associates and Consultants. All independent contractors or agents employed
by Service Provider to perform any Services hereunder shall fully comply with the insurance provisions
contained in these paragraphs for sections 15 and 16.
17.0 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS
17.1 Service Provider shall comply with all requirements of federal, state, and local laws, rules,
regulations, standards, and/or ordinances applicable to the performance of Services under this Agreement.
18.0 DOCUMENTS
18.1 Public Records. It is hereby specifically agreed that any record, document, computerized
information and program, audio or video tape, photograph, or other writing of the Service Provider and its
independent contractors and associates related, directly or indirectly, to this Agreement, may be deemed to be
a Public Record whether in the possession or control of the City or the Service Provider. Said record,
document, computerized information and program, audio or video tape, photograph, or other writing of the
Service Provider is subject to the provisions of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, and may not be destroyed
without the specific written approval of the City's City Manager. Upon request by the City, the Service Provider
shall promptly supply copies of said public records to the City. All books, cards, registers, receipts, documents,
and other papers in connection with this Agreement shall at any and all reasonable times during the normal
working hours of the Service Provider be open and freely exhibited to the City for the purpose of examination
and/or audit.
18.2 The Service Provider acknowledges that the City is a Florida municipal corporation and subject
to the Florida Public Records Law. Service Provider agrees that to the extent any document produced by
Service Provider under this Agreement constitutes a Public Record, Service Provider shall comply with the
Florida Public Records Law.
19.0 ASSIGNMENT
19.1 Service Provider shall not assign or subcontract this Agreement, or any rights or any monies
due or to become due hereunder without the prior, written consent of City.
19.2 If upon receiving written approval from City, any part of this Agreement is subcontracted by
Service Provider, Service Provider shall be fully responsible to City for all acts and/or omissions performed by
the subcontractor as if no subcontract had been made.
19.3 If City determines that any subcontractor is not performing in accordance with this Agreement,
City shall so notify Service Provider who shall take immediate steps to remedy the situation.
19.4 If Service Provider, prior to the commencement of any Work subcontracts any part of this
Agreement by the subcontractor, Service Provider shall require the subcontractor to provide City and its
affiliates with insurance coverage as set forth by the City.
20.0 TERMINATION: DEFAULT BY SERVICE PROVIDER AND CITY'S REMEDIES
20.1 The City reserves the right to revoke and terminate this Agreement and rescind all rights and
privileges associated with this Agreement, without penalty, in the following circumstances, each of which shall
represent a default and breach of this Agreement:
a. Service Provider defaults in the performance of any material covenant or condition of this
Agreement and does not cure such other default within fourteen (7) calendar days after written
notice from the City specifying the default complained of, unless, however, the nature of the default
is such that it cannot, in the exercise of reasonable diligence, be remedied within fourteen (7)
calendar days, in which case the Service Provider shall have such time as is reasonably necessary
to remedy the default, provided the Service Provider promptly takes and diligently pursues such
actions as are necessary therefor; or
b. Service Provider is adjudicated bankrupt or makes any assignment for the benefit of creditors or
Service Provider becomes insolvent, or is unable or unwilling to pay its debts; or
c. Service Provider has acted negligently, as defined by general and applicable law, in performing the
Services hereunder; or
d. Service Provider has committed any act of fraud upon the City; or
e. Service Provider has made a material misrepresentation of fact to the City while performing its
obligations under this Agreement; or
f. Service Provider is experiencing a labor dispute, which threatens to have a substantial, adverse
impact upon performance of this Agreement without prejudice to any other right, or remedy City
may have under this Agreement.
20.2 Notwithstanding the aforementioned, in the event of a default by Service Provider, the City shall
have the right to exercise any other remedy the City may have by operation of law, without limitation, and
without any further demand or notice. In the event of such termination, City shall be liable only for the payment
of all unpaid charges, determined in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, for Work properly
performed prior to the effective date of termination.
21.0 FORCE MAJEURE
21.1 Any delay or failure of either party in the performance of its required obligations hereunder
shall be excused if and to the extent caused by acts of God; fire; flood; windstorm; explosion; riot; war;
sabotage; strikes (except involving Service Providers labor force); extraordinary breakdown of or damage to
City's affiliates' generating plants, their equipment, or facilities; court injunction or order; federal and/or state
law or regulation; order by any regulatory agency; or cause or causes beyond the reasonable control of the
party affected; provided that prompt notice of such delay is given by such party to the other and each of the
parties hereunto shall be diligent in attempting to remove such cause or causes. If any circumstance of Force
Majeure remains in effect for sixty days, either party may terminate this Agreement.
22.0 GOVERNING LAW & VENUE
22.1 This Agreement is made and shall be interpreted, construed, governed, and enforced in
accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Venue for any state action or litigation shall be Seminole
County, Florida. Venue for any federal action or litigation shall be Orlando, Florida.
23.0 HEADINGS
23.1 Paragraph headings are for the convenience of the parties only and are not to be construed as
part of this Agreement.
24.0 SEVERABILITY
24.1 In the event any portion or part thereof of this Agreement is deemed invalid, against public
policy, void, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of law, the parties, at the sole discretion and option of the
City, shall negotiate an equitable adjustment in the affected provision of this Agreement. The validity and
enforceability of the remaining parts of this Agreement shall otherwise be fully enforceable.
25.0 INTEGRATION: MODIFICATION
25.1 The drafting, execution, and delivery of this Agreement by the Parties has been induced by no
representations, statements, warranties, or agreements other than those expressed herein. This Agreement
embodies the entire understanding of the parties, and there are no further or other agreements or
understandings, written or oral, in effect between the parties relating to the subject matter hereof unless
expressly referred to herein. Modifications of this Agreement shall only be made in writing signed by both
parties.
26.0 WAIVER AND ELECTION OF REMEDIES
26.1 Waiver by either party of any terms, or provision of this Agreement shall not be considered a
waiver of that term, condition, or provision in the future.
26.2 No waiver, consent, or modification of any of the provisions of this Agreement shall be binding
unless in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of each party hereto.
27.0 THIRD PARTY RIGHTS
27.1 Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to give any rights or benefits to anyone other
than City and Service Provider.
28.0 PROHIBITION AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES
28.1 Service Provider warrants that it has not employed or retained any company or person, other
than a bona fide employee working solely for the Service Provider, to solicit or secure this Agreement, and that
it has not paid or agreed to pay any person, company, corporation, individual, or firm, other than a bona fide
employee working solely for the Service Provider, any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or other consideration
contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement.
29.0 NO JOINT VENTURE
29.1 Nothing herein shall be deemed to create a joint venture or principal-agent relationship
between
the parties, and neither party is authorized to, nor shall either party act toward third persons or the public in any
manner which would indicate any such relationship with the other party.
30.0 ATTORNEY'S FEES
30.1 Should either party bring an action to enforce any of the terms of this Agreement, the
prevailing party shall be entitled, to the extent permitted by law, to recover from the non-prevailing party the
costs and expenses of such action including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees, whether at
settlement, trial or on appeal.
31.0 COUNTERPARTS
31.1 This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which when so
executed and delivered shall be considered an original agreement; but such counterparts shall together
constitute but one and the same instrument.
32.0 DRAFTING
32.1 City and Service Provider each represent that they have both shared equally in drafting this
Agreement and no party shall be favored or disfavored regarding the interpretation of this Agreement in the
event of a dispute between the parties.
33.0 NOTICE
33.1 Any notices required to be given by the terms of this Agreement shall be delivered by hand or
mailed, postage prepaid to:
For Service Provider:
Vila & Son Landscaping Corporation
Bill Bishop, Business Development
1900 Williams Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 654-9415
For City:
City of Winter Springs
Urban Beautification Services Division
1126 East State Road 434
Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone: (407) 327-1800 x315
Facsimile: (407) 327-6695
33.2 Either party may change the notice address by providing the other party written notice of the
change.
34.0 SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY
34.1 Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as a waiver of the City's right to
sovereign immunity under Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, or other limitations imposed on the City's potential
liability under state or federal law.
35.0 INDEMNIFICATION
35.1 For all Services performed pursuant to this Agreement, the Service Provider agrees to the fullest
extent permitted by law, to indemnify and hold harmless the City and its commissioners, employees, officers,
and city attorneys (individually and in their official capacity) from and against all claims, losses, damages,
personal injuries (including but not limited to death), or liability (including reasonable attorney's fees through
any and all administrative, trial and appellate proceedings), directly or indirectly arising from:
a. any default under this Agreement by Service Provider;
b. any negligent act, omission or operation of work related to all Services
performed under this Agreement by Service Provider, and its employees,
principals, agents, independent contractors, and consultants.
c. the acts, errors, omissions, intentional or otherwise, arising out of or resulting
from Service Provider's and its employees, partners, contractors, and agents
on the performance of the Services being performed under this Agreement;
d. Service Provider's, and its employees, partners, contractors, and agents
failure to comply with the provisions of any federal, state, or local laws,
ordinance, or regulations applicable to Service Provider's and its employees,
partners, contractors, and agents performance under this Agreement;
e. any fraud and misrepresentation conducted by Service Provider and its
employees, partners, contractors, and agents on the City under this
Agreement.
35.2 The indemnification provided above shall obligate the Service Provider to defend at its own
expense or to provide for such defense, at the option of the City, as the case may be, of any and all claims of
liability and all suits and actions of every name and description that may be brought against the City or its
commissioners, employees, officers, and City Attorney which may result from any negligent act, omission or
operation of work related to the Services under this Agreement whether the Services be performed by the
Service Provider, or anyone directly or indirectly employed by them. In all events the City and its
commissioners, employees, officers, and City Attorney shall be permitted to choose legal counsel of its sole
choice, the fees for which shall be reasonable and subject to and included with this indemnification provided
herein.
36.0 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
36.1 In case of any inconsistency in any of the documents bearing on the Agreement between the City
and the Service Provider, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:
a. Addenda to this Agreement subsequent to the Effective date of this Agreement;
b. This Agreement;
c. Exhibits to this Agreement; and
d. The Bid documents.
36.2 Any inconsistency in the work description shall be clarified by the City and performed by the
Service Provider.
37.0 AGREEMENT INTERPRETATION
37.1 At its discretion, during the course of the work, should any errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies
be found in the Agreement or specifications, the City at its sole discretion will interpret the intent of the
Agreement and work descriptions and the Service Provider hereby agrees to abide by the City's interpretation
and agrees to carry out the work in accordance with the decision of the City.
37.2 When the material, article, or equipment is designated by a brand name and more than one
brand name is listed, it will be understood that the work is based on one brand name only. The Service
Provider will be responsible for all coordination necessary to accommodate the material, article, or equipment
being provided without additional cost to the City. A substitute material, article, or equipment is allowed if it is
reasonably equivalent to the brand name specified. The City has full discretion to decide whether a substitute
is reasonably equivalent. Service Provider must notify the City prior to use of the substitute for a specified
brand name and allow the City to make a determination before Service Provider uses the substitute.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto caused this Agreement to be executed by
Their duly authorized representatives as of the date first written above.
SERVICE PROVIDER:
Signature
Name
CITY:
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
By: Dated
RONALD W. MCLEMORE
City Manager
ATTEST:
By:
ANDREA LORENZO-LUACES
City Clerk
A TT ACHMENT 2 - Bid Tabulation
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FL
1126 EAST STATE ROAD 434
WINTER SPRINGS, FL 32708
407-327-1800
ITB005/07/SR
CROSS SEMINOLE TRAIL TREE INST ALLA TION PROJECT
Was Called By: Nancy Vobomik, Purchasing Coordinator
RFP Opened:
3:00 PM
RFP Closed
3:07 PM
Date:
March 29,2007
Witness:
Steven Richart, Urban Beautification Manager
Garden World of Holiday, Inc
Contact: William Genell, President
5406 Land O'Lakes
Land 0' Lakes, FL 34639
727-869-7447 Phone
727-869-6557 Fax
Base Bid: $ 90,921.60
Harko's Lawn and Landscape Services, Inc.
Contact: Billy Panchoosingh
7686 Thomlee Drive
Lake Worth, FL 33467
561-723-8114 Phone
Base Bid: $97,482.00
Vila & Son Landscaping Corp
Keith O'Neil
1900 Williams Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
407 -654-9415 Phone
407-654-9417 Fax
Base Bid $ 78,947.00
Frederice & Company Landscape, Inc.
Contact: Robin Moblg
1544 Rocky Creek Dr
Macon Ga 31206
478-781-5767 Phone
Base Bid: $ 92,602.11
A TT ACHMENT 3 - Tree Installation List
Cross Seminole Trail Tree Installation Proiect
. 56 Southern Red Cedar (30 gallon)
. 36 Live Oak (45 gallon)
. 30 Bald Cypress (15 gallon)
. 32 Sycamore (45 gallon)
. 54 Winged Elm (30 gallon)
. 39 Dahoon Holly (30 gallon)
. 38 Red Bud (30 gallon)
. 24 Sweet Bay Magnolia (30 gallon)
. 24 Laurel Oak (45 gallon)
. 25 Sabal Palm (12' to 16' C.T.)
. 40 Sand Live Oak (15 gallon)
AL TERNA TES
Ironwood 30gal.
Swamp Chestnut Oak 30gal.
American Elm 30gal.
Saw Palmetto 15gal.
Red Bay 15gal.
Red Bud 15gal.
Simpson's Stopper 30gal.
Black Gum Tupelo 30gal.
Cardinal Holly 45gal.
THE AGREEMENT ATTACHED IS
THE FULLY EXECUTED VERSION.
THIS ATTACHED AGREEMENT
DIFFERS SLIGHTLY FROM THE
AGREEMENT THAT WAS FULLY
EXECUTED, BUT CONFIRMATION
WAS MADE BY STEVE RICHART,
URBAN BEAUTIFICATION
DIVISION, COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT,
THAT BOTH CONTRACTS WERE
FOR THE SAME PROJECT.
AGREEMENT FORM
ITB 005/07/SR
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this 11 cn day of April, 2007, by and
between the CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA, a Florida municipal corporation,
hereinafter referred to as "City", located at 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708,
and Vila and Son Landscaping Corporation a Florida Corporation hereinafter referred to as
"Service Provider'.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, City wishes to obtain tree installation services for the Cross Seminole Trail
Tree Installation Project; and
WHEREAS, Service Provider participated in the selection and negotiation process; and
WHEREAS, Service Provider is willing to provide such services on a continual basis for
the City under the terms and conditions stated herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which is hereby acknowledged, the parties covenant and agree as follows:
1.0 RECITALS
1.1 The foregoing recitals are deemed to be true and accurate and are fully
incorporated herein by reference.
2.0 TERM AND DEFINITIONS
2.1 This contract shall be in effect for sixty (60) consecutive days, or until the project
has been accepted by the City, commencing on the Effective Date. The Agreement may be
canceled in whole or part by the City or the Service Provider, upon giving at least (30) days
written notice prior to cancellation; EXCEPT that non-performance on the part of the Service
Provider will be grounds for immediate termination. Unless otherwise provided in said notice, all
work being performed by Service Provider at the time of receipt of the notice shall immediately
cease and no further work shall be provided by Service Provider under this contract.
2.2 Definitions. The following words and phrases used in this Agreement shall
have the following meaning ascribed to them unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
a. "Agreement" or "Contract" shall be used interchangeably and
shall refer to this Agreement, as amended from time to time,
which shall constitute authorization for the Service Provider to
provide the landscape maintenance services approved by the
City.
b. "Effective Date" shall be the date on which the last signatory
hereto shall execute this Agreement, and it shall be the date on
which this Agreement shall go into effect. The Agreement shall
not go into effect until said date.
c. "Service Provider" shall mean Vila and Son Landscaping
Corporation, a Florida Corporation, and its principals, officers,
employees, and agents.
d. "Public Record" shall have the meaning given in Section
119.011(1), Florida Statutes.
e. "Work" or "Services" shall be used interchangeably and shall
include the performance of the work agreed to by the parties in
this Agreement.
"City Project Manager" or "Designated Representative" or "Project Director" shall
mean the Urban Beautification Manager for the City, or his designee, who is to
provide the general administration of the contract.
3.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.1 Service Provider shall provide tree installation services for the Cross Seminole
Trail Tree Installation Project, including the furnishing of all labor, equipment, tools, materials,
incidentals and the performing of all operations necessary as described in the Project Manual.
4.0 CHANGES IN THE SCOPE OF WORK
4.1 City may make changes in the Services at any time by giving written notice to
Service Provider. If such changes increase (additional services) or decrease or eliminate any
amount of Work, City and Service Provider will negotiate any change in total cost or schedule
modifications. If the City and the Service Provider approve any change, the Contract will be
modified in writing to reflect the changes. All change orders shall be authorized in writing by
City's and Service Provider's designated representative.
4.2 All of City's amendments thereto shall be performed in strict accordance with the
terms of this Agreement insofar as they are applicable.
5.0 SCHEDULE
5.1 Service Provider shall perform services in conformance with the schedule
reasonably established by the City Representative. Service Provider shall complete all of said
services in a timely manner and will keep City apprized of the status of work on at least a monthly
basis or as otherwise reasonably requested by the City. Should Service Provider fall behind on
the established schedule, it shall employ such resources so as to comply with the schedule.
5.2 No extension for completion of services shall be granted to Service Provider
without City's prior written consent.
6.0 METHODS OF PAYMENT FOR SERVICES AND EXPENSES
OF SERVICE PROVIDER
6.1 General Bid Services. The City shall only pay Service Provider for services
actually performed based on the Bid Form {including the attached Exhibits A, 6, & C). The total
base amount paid to Service Provider for this Agreement shall not exceed 5100.202 (One
Hundred Thousand -Two Hundred and Two Dollars and No Centel.
6.2 Additional Services. From time to time during the term of this Agreement, City
may request that Service Provider perform additional Services not required under the Project
Manual. For those additional services agreed upon by the City and Service Provider in writing,
City agrees to pay Service Provider a total amount equal to that mutually agreed upon by the
parties in writing.
6.3 Payment. Upon receipt of a proper invoice from Service Provider, the City
agrees to pay the Service Provider the invoice amount providing said amount accurately reflects
the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Invoices may only be submitted on a monthly
basis unless otherwise agreed by the City. Unless otherwise agreed in writing by the City, there
shall be no other compensation paid to the Service Provider and its principals, employees, and
independent professional associates and consultants in the performance of Work under this
Agreement. The City agrees to make all payments due within thirty (30) days of receipt of a
proper invoice delivered by Service Provider. The Service Provider may only bill the City for
actual work performed.
7.0 RIGHT TO INSPECTION
7.1 City or its affiliates shall at all times have the right to review or observe the services
performed by Service Provider.
7.2 No inspection, review, or observation shall relieve Service Provider of its
responsibility under this Agreement.
8.0 AUDIT AND INSPECTIONS
All Service Provider's records with respect to any matters covered by this Agreement
shall be made available to the City, at any time during normal business hours, as often as the City
deems necessary, to audit, examine, and make excerpts or transcripts of all relevant data. Any
deficiencies noted in audit reports must be fully cleared by the Service Provider within thirty (30)
days after receipt by the Service Provider. Failure of the Service Provider to comply with the
above audit requirements will constitute a material breach of this Agreement and may result, at
the sole discretion of the City, in the withholding of payment for services provided under this
Agreement.
9.0 PROFESSIONALISM AND STANDARD OF CARE
9.1 Service Provider shall do, perform and carry out in a professional manner all
Services required to be performed by this Agreement. Service Provider shall also use the degree
of care and skill in performing the Services that are ordinarily exercised under similar
circumstances by reputable members of Service Provider's profession working in the same or
similar locality as Service Provider.
10.0 SUBMITTAL OF PROGRESS REPORTS
10.1 Service Provider shall submit a monthly written progress report as to the status of
all Work set forth in this Agreement. The report shall in a sufficient manner demonstrate that any
funds expended were used to provide the agreed-upon Services. If the detail is not sufficient in
the City Project Manager's reasonable discretion to permit the City to determine the Work
performed or the manner in which it is being performed, the City may seek more detail from the
Service Provider.
11.0 WARRANTY OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11.1 The Service Provider (for itself and any of its employees, contractors, partners,
and agents used to perform the Services) hereby warrants unto the City that all of its employees
(and those of any of its contractors, partners, and agents used to perform the Services) have
sufficient experience to properly complete the Services specified herein or as may be performed
pursuant to this Agreement. In pursuit of any Work, the Service Provider shall supervise and
direct the Work, using its best skill and attention and shall enforce strict discipline and good order
among its employees. The Service Provider shall comply with all laws, ordinances, rules,
regulations, and lawful orders of any public authority bearing on the performance of the Work.
12.0 CORPORATE REPRESENTATIONS BY SERVICE PROVIDER
12.1 Service Provider hereby represents and warrants to the City the following:
a. Service Provider is duly registered and licensed to do business in the
State of Florida and is in good standing under the laws of Florida,
and is duly qualified and authorized to carry on the functions and
operations set forth in this Agreement.
b. The undersigned signatory for Service Provider has the power,
authority, and the legal right to enter into and perform the obligations
set forth in this Agreement and all applicable exhibits thereto, and
the execution, delivery, and performance hereof by Service Provider
has been duly authorized by the board of directors and/or president
of Service Provider. In support of said representation, Service
Provider agrees to provide a copy to the City of a corporate
certificate of good standing provided by the State of Florida prior to
the execution of this Agreement.
Service Provider is duly licensed under all local, state and federal
laws to provide the Services stated in paragraph 3.0 herein. In
support of said representation, Service Provider agrees to provide a
copy of all said licenses to the City prior to the execution of this
Agreement.
13.0 WORK IS A PRIVATE UNDERTAKING
13.1 With regard to any and all Work performed hereunder, it is specifically
understoodand agreed to by and between the parties hereto that the contractual
relationship between the City and Service Provider is such that the Service Provider is an
independent Service Provider and not an agent of the City. The Service Provider, its
contractors, partners, agents, and their employees are independent contractors and not
employees of the City. Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted to establish any
relationship other than that of an independent contractor, between the City, on one hand,
and the Service Provider, its contractors, partners, employees, or agents, during or after
the performance of the Work under this Agreement.
14.0 PROGRESS MEETING
14.1 City Project Manager may hold periodic progress meetings on a monthly basis,
or more frequently if required by the City, during the term of work entered into under this
Agreement. Service Provider's Project Manager and all other appropriate personnel shall attend
such meetings as designated by the City Project Manager.
15.0 SAFETY
15.1 Service Provider shall be solely and absolutely responsible and assume all
liability for the safety and supervision of its principals, employees, contractors, and agents while
performing Services provided hereunder.
16.0 INSURANCE
16.1 Liability Amounts. During the term of this Agreement, Service Provider shall
be responsible for providing the types of insurance and limits of liability as set forth below.
a. The Service Provider shall maintain comprehensive general liability
insurance in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 as the combined single limit
for each occurrence to protect the Service Provider from claims of property
damages which may arise from any Services performed under this
Agreement whether such Services are performed by the Service Provider or
by anyone directly employed by or contracting with the Service Provider.
The Service Provider shall maintain comprehensive automobile liability
insurance in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 combined single limit bodily
injury and minimum $1,000,000 property damage as the combined single
limit for each occurrence to protect the Service Provider from claims for
damages for bodily injury, including wrongful death, as well as from claims
from property damage, which may arise from the ownership, use, or
maintenance of owned and non-owned automobiles, including rented
automobiles whether such operations be by the Service Provider or by
anyone directly or indirectly employed by the Service Provider.
c. The Service Provider shall maintain, during the life of this Agreement,
adequate Workers' Compensation Insurance in at least such amounts as are
required by law and Employer's Liability Insurance in the minimum amount of
$1,000,000 for all of its employees performing Work for the City pursuant to
this Agreement.
16.2 Special Requirements. Current, valid insurance policies meeting the
requirements
herein identified shall be maintained during the term of this Agreement. A copy of a current
Certificate of Insurance shall be provided to the City by Service Provider upon the Effective Date
of this Contract which satisfied the insurance requirements of this paragraph 16.0. Renewal
certificates shall be sent to the City 30 days prior to any expiration date. There shall also be a 30-
day advance written notification to the City in the event of cancellation or modification of any
stipulated insurance coverage. The City shall be an additional named insured on all
stipulated insurance policies as its interest may appear, from time to time.
16.3 Independent Associates and Consultants. All independent contractors or
agents employed by Service Provider to perform any Services hereunder shall fully comply with
the insurance provisions contained in these paragraphs for sections 15 and 16.
17.0 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS
17.1 Service Provider shall comply with all requirements of federal, state, and local
laws, rules, regulations, standards, and/or ordinances applicable to the performance of Services
under this Agreement.
18.0 DOCUMENTS
18.1 Public Records. It is hereby specifically agreed that any record, document,
computerized information and program, audio or video tape, photograph, or other writing of the
Service Provider and its independent contractors and associates related, directly or indirectly, to
this Agreement, may be deemed to be a Public Record whether in the possession or control of
the City or the Service Provider. Said record, document, computerized information and program,
audio or video tape, photograph, or other writing of the Service Provider is subject to the
provisions of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, and may not be destroyed without the specific written
approval of the City's City Manager. Upon request by the City, the Service Provider shall
promptly supply copies of said public records to the City. All books, cards, registers, receipts,
documents, and other papers in connection with this Agreement shall at any and all reasonable
times during the normal working hours of the Service Provider be open and freely exhibited to the
City for the purpose of examination and/or audit.
18.2 The Service Provider acknowledges that the City is a Florida municipal
corporation and subject to the Florida Public Records Law. Service Provider agrees that to the
extent any document produced by Service Provider under this Agreement constitutes a Public
Record, Service Provider shall comply with the Florida Public Records Law.
19.0 ASSIGNMENT
19.1 Service Provider shall not assign or subcontract this Agreement, or any rights or
any monies due or to become due hereunder without the prior, written consent of City.
19.2 If upon receiving written approval from City, any part of this Agreement is
subcontracted by Service Provider, Service Provider shall be fully responsible to City for all acts
and/or omissions performed by the subcontractor as if no subcontract had been made.
19.3 If City determines that any subcontractor is not performing in accordance with
this Agreement, City shall so notify Service Provider who shall take immediate steps to remedy
the situation.
19.4 If Service Provider, prior to the commencement of any Work subcontracts any
part of this Agreement by the subcontractor, Service Provider shall require the subcontractor to
provide City and its affiliates with insurance coverage as set forth by the City.
20.0 TERMINATION: DEFAULT BY SERVICE PROVIDER AND CITY'S REMEDIES
20.1 The City reserves the right to revoke and terminate this Agreement and rescind
all rights and privileges associated with this Agreement, without penalty, in the following
circumstances, each of which shall represent a default and breach of this Agreement:
a. Service Provider defaults in the performance of any material covenant or condition of
this Agreement and does not cure such other default within fourteen (7) calendar
days after written notice from the City specifying the default complained of, unless,
however, the nature of the default is such that it cannot, in the exercise of reasonable
diligence, be remedied within fourteen (7) calendar days, in which case the Service
Provider shall have such time as is reasonably necessary to remedy the default,
provided the Service Provider promptly takes and diligently pursues such actions as
are necessary therefor; or
b. Service Provider is adjudicated bankrupt or makes any assignment for the benefit of
creditors or Service Provider becomes insolvent, or is unable or unwilling to pay its
debts; or
c. Service Provider has acted negligently, as defined by general and applicable law, in
performing the Services hereunder; or
d. Service Provider has committed any act of fraud upon the City; or
e. Service Provider has made a material misrepresentation of fact to the City while
performing its obligations under this Agreement; or
f. Service Provider is experiencing a labor dispute, which threatens to have a
substantial, adverse impact upon performance of this Agreement without prejudice to
any other right, or remedy City may have under this Agreement.
20.2 Notwithstanding the aforementioned, in the event of a default by Service Provider,
the City shall have the right to exercise any other remedy the City may have by operation of law,
without limitation, and without any further demand or notice. In the event of such termination, City
shall be liable only for the payment of all unpaid charges, determined in accordance with the
provisions of this Agreement, for Work properly performed prior to the effective date of
termination.
21.0 FORCE MAJEURE
21.1 Any delay or failure of either party in the performance of its required obligations
hereunder shall be excused if and to the extent caused by acts of God; fire; flood; windstorm;
explosion; riot; war; sabotage; strikes (except involving Service Providers labor force);
extraordinary breakdown of or damage to City's affiliates' generating plants, their equipment, or
facilities; court injunction or order; federal and/or state law or regulation; order by any regulatory
agency; or cause or causes beyond the reasonable control of the party affected; provided that
prompt notice of such delay is given by such party to the other and each of the parties hereunto
shall be diligent in attempting to remove such cause or causes. If any circumstance of Force
Majeure remains in effect for sixty days, either party may terminate this Agreement.
22.0 GOVERNING LAW ~ VENUE
22.1 This Agreement is made and shall be interpreted, construed, governed, and
enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida. Venue for any state action or
litigation shall be Seminole County, Florida. Venue for any federal action or litigation shall be
Orlando, Florida.
23.0 HEADINGS
23.1 Paragraph headings are for the convenience of the parties only and are not to be
construed as part of this Agreement.
24.0 SEVERABILITY
24.1 In the event any portion or part thereof of this Agreement is deemed invalid,
against public policy, void, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of law, the parties, at the sole
discretion and option of the City, shall negotiate an equitable adjustment in the affected provision
of this Agreement. The validity and enforceability of the remaining parts of this Agreement shall
otherwise be fully enforceable.
25.0 INTEGRATION: MODIFICATION
25.1 The drafting, execution, and delivery of this Agreement by the Parties has been
induced by no representations, statements, warranties, or agreements other than those
expressed herein. This Agreement embodies the entire understanding of the parties, and there
are no further or other agreements or understandings, written or oral, in effect between the
parties relating to the subject matter hereof unless expressly referred to herein. Modifications of
this Agreement shall only be made in writing signed by both parties.
26.0 WAIVER AND ELECTION OF REMEDIES
26.1 Waiver by either party of any terms, or provision of this Agreement shall not be
considered a waiver of that term, condition, or provision in the future.
26.2 No waiver, consent, or modification of any of the provisions of this Agreement
shall be binding unless in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of each party
hereto.
27.0 THIRD PARTY RIGHTS
27.1 Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to give any rights or benefits to
anyone other than City and Service Provider.
28.0 PROHIBITION AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES
28.1 Service Provider warrants that it has not employed or retained any company or
person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for the Service Provider, to solicit or
secure this Agreement, and that it has not paid or agreed to pay any person, company,
corporation, individual, or firm, other than a bona fide employee working solely for the Service
Provider, any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or other consideration contingent upon or
resulting from the award or making of this Agreement.
29.0 NO JOINT VENTURE
29.1 Nothing herein shall be deemed to create a joint venture or principal-agent
relationship between
the parties, and neither party is authorized to, nor shall either party act toward third persons or the
public in any manner which would indicate any such relationship with the other party.
30.0 ATTORNEY'S FEES
30.1 Should either party bring an action to enforce any of the terms of this Agreement,
the prevailing party shall be entitled, to the extent permitted by law, to recover from the non-
prevailing party the costs and expenses of such action including, but not limited to, reasonable
attorney's fees, whether at settlement, trial or on appeal.
31.0 COUNTERPARTS
31.1 This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which
when so executed and delivered shall be considered an original agreement; but such
counterparts shall together constitute but one and the same instrument.
32.0 DRAFTING
32.1 City and Service Provider each represent that they have both shared equally in
drafting this Agreement and no party shall be favored or disfavored regarding the interpretation of
this Agreement in the event of a dispute between the parties.
33.0 NOTICE
33.1 Any notices required to be given by the terms of this Agreement shall be
delivered by hand or mailed, postage prepaid to:
For Service Provider:
Vila and Son Landscaping Corporation
C/O: Bill Bishop, Business Development
1900 Williams Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(407) 654-9415
For City:
Clty of Winter Springs
Urban Beautification Services Division
1126 East State Road 434
Winter Springs, FL 32708
Phone: (407) 327-1800 x315
Facsimile: (407) 327-6695
33.2 Either party may change the notice address by providing the other party written
notice of the change.
34.0 SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY
34.1 Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed as a waiver of the City's
right to sovereign immunity under Section 768.28, Florida Statutes, or other limitations imposed
on the City's potential liability under state or federal law.
35.0 INDEMNIFICATION
35.1 For all Services performed pursuant to this Agreement, the Service Provider agrees to
the fullest extent permitted by law, to indemnify and hold harmless the City and its
commissioners, employees, officers, and city attorneys (individually and in their official capacity)
from and against all claims, losses, damages, personal injuries (including but not limited to
death), or liability (including reasonable attorney's fees through any and all administrative, trial
and appellate proceedings), directly or indirectly arising from:
a. any default under this Agreement by Service Provider;
b. any negligent act, omission or operation of work related to all
Services performed under this Agreement by Service Provider,
and its employees, principals, agents, independent contractors,
and consultants.
c. the acts, errors, omissions, intentional or otherwise, arising out of
or resulting from Service Provider's and its employees, partners,
contractors, and agents on the performance of the Services
being performed under this Agreement;
d. Service Provider's, and its employees, partners, contractors, and
agents failure to comply with the provisions of any federal, state,
or local laws, ordinance, or regulations applicable to Service
Provider's and its employees, partners, contractors, and agents
performance under this Agreement;
e. any fraud and misrepresentation conducted by Service Provider
and its employees, partners, contractors, and agents on the City
under this Agreement.
35.2 The indemnification provided above shall obligate the Service Provider to defend at
its own expense or to provide for such defense, at the option of the City, as the case may be, of
any and all claims of liability and all suits and actions of every name and description that may be
brought against the City or its commissioners, employees, officers, and City Attorney which may
result from any negligent act, omission or operation of work related to the Services under this
Agreement whether the Services be performed by the Service Provider, or anyone directly or
indirectly employed by them. In all events the City and its commissioners, employees, officers,
and City Attorney shall be permitted to choose legal counsel of its sole choice, the fees for which
shall be reasonable and subject to and included with this indemnification provided herein.
36.0 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
36.1 In case of any inconsistency in any of the documents bearing on the Agreement
between the City and the Service Provider, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving
precedence in the following order:
a. Addenda to this Agreement subsequent to the Effective date of this
Agreement;
b. This Agreement;
c. Exhibits to this Agreement; and
d. The Bid documents.
36.2 Any inconsistency in the work description shall be clarified by the City and
performed by the Service Provider,
37.0 AGREEMENT INTERPRETATION
37.1 At its discretion, during the course of the work, should any errors, ambiguities, or
discrepancies be found in the Agreement or specifications, the City at its sole discretion will
interpret the intent of the Agreement and work descriptions and the Service Provider hereby
agrees to abide by the City's interpretation and agrees to carry out the work in accordance with
the decision of the City.
37.2 When the material, article, or equipment is designated by a brand name and more
than one brand name is listed, it will be understood that the work is based on one brand name
only. The Service Provider will be responsible for all coordination necessary to accommodate the
material, article, or equipment being provided without additional cost to the City. A substitute
material, article, or equipment is allowed if it is reasonably equivalent to the brand name
specified. The City has full discretion to decide whether a substitute is reasonably equivalent.
Service Provider must notify the City prior to use of the substitute for a specified brand name and
allow the City to make a determination before Service Provider uses the substitute.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto caused this Agreement to be executed by
Their duly authorized representatives as of the date first written above.
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