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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20- Professional Services Agreement - Missouri River Contractors, LLC. - Rouse Avenue Downtown Streetscape F� s s PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT lb THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this ff day of-'LA4 202 L) ("Effective Date"), by and between the BOZEMAN DOWNTOWN URBAN RENEWAL DISTRICT, an agency of the City of Bozeman, which is a self-governing municipal corporation organized and existing under the laws of the state of Montana, a mailing address of 222 E Main St #302, Bozeman MT 59715, hereinafter referred to as "URD," and. MISSO RI RIVER CONTRACTORS LLC, 3384 E US Highway 12, Helena MT 59641, hereinafter referred to as ::Contractor."The URD and Contractor may be referred to individually as"Party"and collectively as "Parties.,, In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained, the receipt and sufficiency whereof being hereby acknowledged,the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. Purpose: URD agrees to enter this Agreement with Contractor to perform for the services described in the Scope of Services attached hereto as Exhibit A and by this reference made a part hereof. 2. Term/Effertive Date: This Agreement is effective upon the date of its execution. 3. Scone of Services: Contractor will perform the work and provide the services in accordance with the requirements of the Scope of Services.For conflicts between this Agreement and the Scope of Services, unless specifically provided otherwise,the Agreement governs. 4. Paymc_nt: URD agrees to pay Contractor the amount specified in the Scope of Services. Any alteration or deviation from the described services that involves additional costs above the Agreement amount will be performed by Contractor after written request by the UPD, and will become an additional charge over and above the ainount listed in the Scope of Services. The URD must agree in writing upon any additional charges. 5. Contractor's Representations: To induce URD to enter into this Agreement, Contractor makes the fallowing representations: a. Contractor has familiarized itself with the nature and extent of this Agreement, the Professional services Agreernent for house Avenue Downtown Streetscape FY 2021 Page 1 of 12 Scope of Services, and with all local conditions and federal, state and Iocal laws, ordinances, rules. and regulations that in any manner may affect cost, progress or performance of the Scope of Services, b. Contractor represents and warrants to URD that it has the experience and ability to perform the services required by this Agreement; that it will perform the services in a professional, competent and timely manner and with diligence and skill, that it has the power to enter into and perform this Agreement and grant the rights granted in it, and that its performance of this Agreement shall not infringe upon or violate the rights of any third party,whether rights of copyright,trademark, privacy,publicity, libel, slander or any other rights of any nature whatsoever, or violate any federal, state and municipal laws. The URD will not determine or exercise control as to general procedures or formats necessary to have these services meet this warranty. +6. Independent Contractor Status/Labor Relations; The parties agree that Contractor is an independent contractor for purposes of this Agreement and is not to be considered an employee of the URD for any purpose. Contractor is not subject to the terms and previsions of the URD's personnel policies handbook and may not be considered a URD employee for workers' compensation or any other purpose. Contractor is not authorized to represent the URD or otherwise bind the URD in any dealings between Contractor and any third parties. Contractor shall comply with the applicable requirements of the Workers' Compensation Act, Title 39, Chapter 71, Montana Code Annotated (MCA), and the Occupational Disease Act of Montana,Title 39,Chapter 71,MCA, Contractor shall maintain workers' compensation coverage for all members and employees of Contractor's lousiness, except for those members who are exempted by law. {Contractor shall furnish the URD with copies showing one of the following: (1) a binder for workers' compensation coverage by an insurer licensed and authorized to provide workers' compensation insurance in the State of Montana; or (2) proof of exemption from workers' compensation granted by law for independent contractors. Contractor shall post a legible statement of all wages and fringe benefits to be paid to the Contractor's employees and the frequency of such payments (i.e., hourly wage employees shall be paid weekly). Such posting shall be made in a prominent and accessible location at the Contractor's normal place of business and shall be made no later than the first day of services provided under this Agreement. Such posting shall be removed only upon expiration or termination of this Agreement. In performing the services under this Agreement, Contractor shall give preference to the employment of bona fide residents of Montana, as required by §18-2-403, MCA, as such terra is Professional Services Agreement for Rouse Avenue Qownto,.vn Streetscape FY 2021 Page 2 of 12 defined by §18.2-401(1), MCA. When making assigtnnents of work, Contractor shall use workers both skilled in their trade and specialized in their field of work for all work to which they are assigned. Pursuant to §§18-2-443 and 18-2-422, MCA, Contractor shall pay wages,fringe benefits,and expenses, including travel allowances as set forth in the current Montana Prevailing Wage Rate for Non Construction Services in effect and applicable to Gallatin County, Montana, which schedule is incorporated herein. Contractor shall pay all hourly wage employees on a weekly basis. Violation of the requirements set forth in the above State of Montana schedule of prevailing wage rates may subject the Contractor to the penalties set forth in§18-2-407,MCA.. Contractor shall maintain payroll records during the term of this Agreement and for a period of three (3) years following termination of this Agreement. The Contractor shall ensure that any person, firm or entity performing any portion of the services under this Agreement for which the contractor, subcontractor or employer is responsible, is paid the applicable standard prevailing rate of wages. In the event that, during the term of this Agreement, any labor problems or disputes of any type arise or materialize which in turn cause any services to cease for any period of time, Contractor specifically agrees to take immediate steps. at its own expense and without expectation of reimbursement from URD, to alleviate or resolve all such labor problems or disputes. The specific steps Contractor shall take shall be left to the discretion of Contractor, provided, however, that Contractor shall bear all costs of any relatipd legal action. Contractor shall provide immediate relief to the URD so as to permit the services to continue at no additional cost to URD. Contractor shall indemnify, defend, and hold the URD harmless from any and all claims, demands, costs, expenses, damages, and liabilities arising out of resulting from, or occurring in connection with any labor problems or disputes or any delays or stoppages of work associated with such problems or disputes and for any claims regarding underpaid prevailing wages. 7. IndemnitylWaiver of Clai7msfInsurance: For other than professional services rendered, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Contractor agrees to release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the URD, its agents, representatives, employees, and officers (collectively referred to for purposes of this Section as the URD) from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, fees and costs (including attorney's fees and the costs and fees of expert witness and consultants), losses, expenses, liabilities (including liability where activity is inherently or intrinsically dangerous) or damages of whatever kind or nature connected therewith and without limit and without regard to the cause or causes thereof or the negligence of any party or parties that may be asserted against, recovered from or suffered by the URD occasioned by,growing or arising out of or resulting from or Professional Smices Agreetnent for Rouse Avenue Downtown Streetscape FY 2021 Page 3 of 12 in any way related to: (i) the negligent, reckless, or intentional misconduct of the Contractor; or(ii) any negligent, reckless, or intentional misconduct of any of the Contractor's agents. For the professional services rendered, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold the URD harmless against claims,demands, suits,damages, losses,and expenses, including reasonable defense attorney fees, to the extent caused by the negligence or intentional misconduct of the Contractor or Contractor's agents or employees. Such obligations shall not be construed to negate,abridge,or reduce other rights or obligations of indemnity that would otherwise exist.The indemnification obligations of this Section must not be construed to negate, abridge, or reduce any common-law or statutory rights of the URD as indemnitee(s) which would otherwise exist as to such indemnitee(s). Contractor's indemnity under this Section shall be without regard to and without any right to contribution from any insurance maintained by URD. Should the URD be required to bring an action against the Contractor to assert its right to defense or indemnification under this Agreement or under the Contractor's applicable insurance policies required below, the URD shall �e entitled to recover reasonable costs and attorney fees incurred in asserting its right to indemnification or defense but only if a court of competent jurisdiction determines the Contractor was obligated to defend the claim(s) or was obligated to indemnify the URD for a claim(s) or any portion(s)thereof. In the event of an action filed against the URD resulting from the URD's performance under this Agreement, the URD may elect to represent itself and incur all costs and expenses of suit. Contractor also waives any and all claims and recourse against the URD, including the right of contribution for loss or damage to person or property arising from, growing out of or in any way connected with or incident to the performance of this Agreement except"responsibility for [URD's] own fraud, for willful injury to the person or property of another, or for violation of law, whether willfiil or negligent"as per 28-2-702, MCA. These obligations shall survive termination of this Agreement and the services performed hereunder. In addition to and independent from the above,Contractor shall at Contractor's expense secure insurance coverage through an insurance company or companies duly licensed and authorized to conduct insurance business in Montana which insures the liabilities and obligations specifically Professional services Agreement for Rouse Avenue Downtown Streetscape FY 2021 Page 4 of 12 assumed by the Contractor in this Section. The insurance coverage shall not contain any exclusion for liabilities specifically assumed by the Contractor in this Section. The insurance shall cover and apply to all claims, demands, suits, damages, losses, and expenses that may be asserted or claimed against, recovered from, or suffered by the URD without limit and without regard to the cause therefore and which is acceptable to the URD. Contractor shall furnish to the URD an accompanying certificate of insurance and accompanying endorsements in amounts not less than as follows: • Workers' Compensation—statutory; * Employers' Liability - $1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 atunual aggregate; • Commercial General Liability - $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 annual aggregate; • Automobile Liability - $1,000,000 property damage/bodily injury per accident; and • Professional Liability $1,000,000 per claim, $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The above amounts shall be exclusive of defense costs. The URD shall be endorsed as an additional or named insured on a primary non-contributory basis on both the Commercial General and Automobile Liability policies. The insurance and required endorsements must be in a form suitable to URD and shall include no less than a thirty(30)day notice of cancellation or non-renewal. Contractor shall notify URD within two (?) business days of Contractor's receipt of notice that any required insurance coverage will be terminated or Contractor's decision to terminate any required insurance coverage for any reason. The URD roust approve all insurance coverage and endorsements prior to the Contractor commencing work. 8. Termination for Contractor's Fault: a. If Contractor refuses or fails to timely do the work, or any part thereof, or fails to perform any of its obligations under this Agreement, or otherwise breaches any terms or conditions of this Agreement, the URD may,by written notice,terminate this Agreement and the Contractor's right to proceed with all or any part of the work ("Termination Notice Due to Contractor's Fault"). The URD may then take over the work and complete it, either with its awn resources or by re-letting the contract to any other third party. b. In the event of a termination pursuant to this Section 8, Contractor shall be entitled to payment only for those services Contractor actually rendered. Professional Services Agreement for Rouse Avenue Downtown 5treetscape FY 202 Page 5 of 12 C. Any termination provided for by this Section 8 shall be in addition to any other remedies to which the URD may be entitled under the law or at equity. d. In the event of termination under this Section 8, Contractor shall, under no circumstances, be entitled to clairrl or recover consequential, special, punitive, lost business opportunity, last productivity, field office overhead, general conditions costs, or lost profits damages of any nature arising,or claimed to have arisen, as a result of the termination. 9. Termination for URD's Convenience: a. Should conditions arise which, in the sole opinion and discretion of the URD, make it advisable to the URD to cease performance under this Agreement, the URD may terminate this Agreement by written notice to Contractor("Notice of Termination for URD's Convenience"). The termination shall be effective in the manner specified in the Notice of Termination for URD's Convenience and shall be without prejudice to any claims that the URD may otherwise have against Contractor. b. Upon receipt of the Notice of Termination for URD's Convenience, unless otherwise directed in the Notice, the Contractor shall immediately cease performance under this Agreement and make every reasonable effort to refrain from continuing work, incurring additional expenses or costs under this Agreement and shall immediately cancel all existing orders or contracts upon terms satisfactory to the URD. Contractor shall do only such wort: as may be necessary to preserve, protect, and maintain work already completed or immediately in progress. C. In the event of a termination pursuant to this Section 9, Contractor, is entitled to payment only for those services Contractor actually rendered on or before the receipt of the Notice of Termination for URD's Convenience. d. The compensation described in Section 9(c) is the sole compensation due to Contractor for its performance of this Agreement. Contractor shall, under no circumstances, be entitled to claim or recover consequential, special, punitive, lost business opportunity, lost productivity, field office overhead, general conditions costs, or last profits damages of any nature arising, or claimed to have arisen, as a result of the termination. Professional Services Agreement for Rouse Avenue Downtown Streetscape F Y 2021 Page 6 of 12 10. Limitation on Contractor's Damages, Time for Asserting{Claim: a. In the event of a claim for damages by Contractor under this Agreement, Contractor's damages shall be limited to contract damages and Contractor hereby expressly waives any right to claim or recover consequential, special, punitive, lost business opportunity, lost productivity, field office overhead, general conditions costs, or lost profits damages of any nature or hind. b. In the event Contractor wants to assert a claim for damages of any kind or nature, Contractor shall provide URD with written notice of its claim, the facts and circumstances surrounding and giving rise to the claim, and the total amount of damages sought by the claim, within thirty (30) days of the facts and circumstances giving rise to the claim. In the event Contractor fails to provide such notice, Contractor shall waive all rights to assert such claim. 11. Representatives and Notices: a. URD's Representative: The URD's Representative for the purpose of this Agreement shall be CHRIS NAUMANN or such other individual as URD shall designate in writing. Whenever approval or authorization from or communication or submission to URD is required by this Agreement, such communication or submission shall be directed to the URD's Representative and approvals or authorizations shall be issued only by such Representative: provided, however, that in exigent circumstances when URD's Representative is not available, Contractor may direct its communication or submission to other designated URD personnel or agents as designated by the URD in writing and may receive approvals or authorization from such persons. b. Contractor's Representative: The Contractor's Representative for the purpose of this Agreement shall be NICK MILLER or such other individual as Contractor shall designate in writing. Whenever direction to or communication with Contractor is required by this Agreement,such direction or communication shall be directed to Contractor's Representative; provided, however, that in exigent circumstances when Contractor's Representative is not available, URD may direct its direction or communication to other designated Contractor personnel or agents. C. Notices: All notices required by this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be provided to the Representatives named in this Section. Notices shall be deemed given when delivered,if delivered by courier to Party's address shown above during normal business Professional Services Agreelnent for Rouse Avenue Downtown Streetscape FY 2021 Page 7 of 12 hours of the recipient, or when sent, if sent by email or fax (with a successful transmission report) to the email address or fax number provided by the Party's Representative; or on the fifth business day following mailipg, if mailed by ordinary mail to the address shown above, postage prepaid. 12. Permits. Contractor shall provide all notices, comply with all applicable laws, ordinances,rules,and regulations,obtain all necessary permits,licenses,including a City of Bozeman business license, and inspections from applicable governmental authorities, and pay all fees and charges in connection therewith. 13 Laws and Regulations: Contractor shall comply fully with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and municipal ordinances including, but not limited to, all workers' compensation laws, all environmental laws including, but not limited to, the generation and disposal of hazardous waste, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), the safety rules, codes, and provisions of the Montana Safety Act in Title 50, Chapter 71, MCA, all applicable City, Comity, and State building and electrical codes, the Arliericans with Disabilities Act, and all non-discrimination, affirmative action, and utilization of minority and small business statutes and regulations. 14. Nondiscrimination and E ual Pay: The Contractor agrees that all hiring by Contractor of persons performing this Agreement shall be on the basis of merit and qualifications. The Contractor will have a policy to provide equal employment opportunity in accordance with all applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and contracts. The Contractor will not refuse employment to a person, bar a person from employment, or discriminate against a person in compensation or in a term, condition, or privilege of employment because of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, age,marital status, national origin, ,actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, except when the reasonable demands of the position require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status or sea distinction. The Contractor shall be subject to and comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Section 140, Title 2, United States Code, and all regulations promulgated thereunder. Contractor represents it is,and for the term of this Agreement will be, in compliance with the requirements of the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Section 39-3-104,MCA(the Montana Equal Pay Act). Contractor must report to the URD any violations of the Montana Equal Pay Act that Contractor has been found guilty of within 60 days of such finding for violations occurring during the term of this Agreement. Contractor shall require these nondiscrimination terms of its subcontractors providing services under this Agreement. Professional Services Agreement for Rouse Avenue Downtown Streetscape FY 2021 Page 8 of 12 15. Intoxicants; DOT Drug and Alcohol Rezulations/Safety and Training: Contractor shall not permit or suffer the introduction or use of any intoxicants,including alcohol or illegal drugs, by any employee or agent engaged in services to the URD under this Agreement while on URD property or in the performance of any activities Linder this Agreement. Contractor acknowledges it is aware of and shall comply with its responsibilities and obligations under the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations governing anti-drug and alcohol misuse prevention plans and related testing. URD shall have the right to request proof of such compliance and Contractor shall be obligated to furnish such proof The Contractor shall be responsible for instructing and training the Contractor's employees and agents in proper and specified work methods and procedures. The Contractor shall provide continuous inspection and supervision of the work performed. The Contractor is responsible for instructing its employees and agents in safe work practices. 16. Modification and Ass mhili : This Agreement may not be enlarged, modified or altered except by written agreement signed by bath parties hereto. The Contractor may not subcontract or assign Contractor's rights, including the right to compensation or duties arising hereunder,without the prior written consent of the URD. Any subcontractor or assignee will be bound by all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 17. Reports/Accountability/Public Information: Contractor agrees to develop and/or provide documentation as requested by the URD demonstrating Contractor's compliance with the requirements of this Agreement. Contractor shall allow the URD, its auditors, and other persons authorized by the URD to inspect and copy its books and records for the purpose of verifying that the reimbursement of monies distributed to Contractor pursuant to this Agreement was used in compliance with this Agreement and all applicable provisions of federal, state, and local law. The Contractor shall not issue any statements, releases or information for public dissemination without prior approval of the URD. 18. Non-Waiver: A waiver by either party of any default or breach by the other party of any terms or conditions of this Agreement does not lit-nit the other party's right to enforce such term or conditions or to pursue any available legal or equitable rights in the event of any subsequent default or breach. 19. Attorney's Fees and Costs: In the event it becomes necessary for either Party to retain an attorney to enforce any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement or to give any notice required herein, then the prevailing Party or the Party giving notice shall be entitled to reasonable Professional Services Agreement for Reuse Avenue Downtown Streetscape FY 2021 Page 9 of 12 attorney's fees and oasts, including fees, salary, and casts of in-house counsel including the URD Attorney's Office star. 20. Taxes: Contractor is obligated to pay all taxes of any kind or nature and make all appropriate employee withholdings. 21. Dispute Resolution: a. Any claim, controversy, or dispute between the parties, their agents, employees, or representatives shall be resolved first by negotiation between senior-level personnel from each party duly authorized to execute settlement agreements. Upon mutual agreement of the parties,the parties may invite an independent,disinterested mediator to assist in the negotiated settlement discussions. b. If the parties are unable to resolve the dispute within thirty (30) days from the date the dispute was first raised, then such dispute may only be resolved in a court of competent jurisdiction in compliance with the Applicable Law provisions of this Agreement. 22. Sun ival: Contractor's indemnification shall survive the termination or expiration of this Agreement for the maximum period allowed under applicable law. 23. Headinngs: The headings used in this Agreement are for convenience only and are not be construed as a part of the Agreement or as a limitation on the scope of the particular paragraphs to which they refer. 24. Severability: If any portion of this Agreement is held to be void or unenforceable,the balance thereof shall continue in effect. 25. Applicable Law: The parties agree that this Agreement is governed in all respects by the laws of the State of Montana. 26, Binding Effect: This Agreement is binding upon and inures to the benefit of the heirs, legal representatives, successors, and assigns of the parties. 27. No Third-Party Beneficiary: This Agreement is for the exclusive benefit of the parties, does not constitute a third-party beneficiary agreement, and may not be relied upon or enforced by a third party. Professional Services Agreement for Rouse Avenue Downtown Streetscape FY 2021 Page 10 of 12 28, Counterparts: This Agreement may executed in counterparts, which together constitute one instrument. 29. Integration: This Agreement and all Exhibits attached hereto constitute the entire agreement of the parties. Covenants or representations not contained herein or made a part thereof by reference; are not binding upon the parties. There are no understandings between the parties other than as set forth in this Agreement. All communications, either verbal or written, made prior to the date of this Agreement are hereby abrogated and withdrawn unless specifically made a part of this Agreement by reference. 30. Consent to Electronic Signatures: The Parties have consented to execute this Agreement electronically in conformance with the Montana Uniform Electronic Transactions Act, Title 30,Chapter 18, Part 1,MCA. 31. Extensions: this Agreement may,upon mutual agreement,be extended fora period of one year by written agreement of the Parties. ****END OF AGREEMENT EXCEPT FOR SIGNATURES **** IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day and year first above written or as recorded in an electronic signature. CITY OF BOZEMAN,MONTANA MISSOURI RIVER CONTRACTORS LLC DOWNTOWN URD CONTRACTOR By By Chris Naumann,Executive Director � Print Name: / /lLlC ,7, �lCGft /� Print Title: APP VED AS FORM: By Bozeman City Attorney Professional Services Agreernent for Rouse Avenue Downtown Sneetscape FY 2021 Page t t of 12 M7Z Missouri River Contractors LLC 3384 E U5 Highway 12 MISSOURI RIVER Helena, I IT 59601 CONTRACTORS Office (406)443-2S24 To: Downtown Bozeman Partnership Contact: Address: 222 E.Main Street, #302 Phone: 406-568-4008 Bozeman,MT 59715 UNITED STATES Fax: Project Name: Rouse Ave.Electrical And Concrete Improvements Bid Number: Project Location: weld Date: item 4 item Description Estimated Quantity Unit Unit Price Total Price I Mobilization 1.00 LS $3,449,65 $3,449,65 2 Conduit-Plastic 2"With#14 Locate Wire 1,000.N LF $12,65 $12,650,00 3 Condul-Plastic 3"With#14 Locate Wire 140.00 LF $14,099 $1,972.60 4 Pull Box-Composite Type 1 4.0 EACH $672.75 $2,691.00 5 Concrete Tooling 1,540.00 SF $1.75 $2,695.00 Total Bid Price: $23,458.25 Notes: "EXCLUSIONS" -Surveying ACCEPTED: CONFIRMED: The above prices,specifications and conditions are satisfactory Missouri River Contractors and hereby accepted. 1G/C ,Tr Buyer: Ch ' Nau ann, Downtown URD Signature: Authorized Signature: Date of Accep nce: 717120 Estimator: 6129/2020 11:54:09 AM Page i of i D'W t water V atric, Inc. 11A ato tion 155 Round Stone Drive Kalispell, MT 59901 3/23/2020 406-257-3817 f r"ect Reuse 5treetscape �rzglYs yn: d'trj Nscri rtiusx Uptit Gast IroW 1.00 ivlobiLotion 3,000,00 3,000.00 1,000.00 Conduit-Plastic T with#14 locate wire 11.00 11,000.00 140.00 Condull-Plastic 3"with#14 locate wire 12.25 1,715.00 4.00 Pull Box-Composite Type 1 565.00 2,340.00 Exclusions:Surveying Banding is an additiond 2.5%, $18,C)55m