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City of Bozeman Grant Routing Cover Sheet
This form is used in conjunction with Administrative Order 2014-01, adopting the Grant Application and Reception
Policy. When a Department Director signs grant documents under this provision, they are certifying that they
understand the provisions of the grant and its impact on city operations and finances. All the required boxes must be
initialed by the appropriate departments. Use a separate routing sheet for each phase of the grant process. Utilize
assigned grant number for each phase for tracking purposes.
Grant Document Title:
Bozeman STEP
Grant # (issued by City Clerk): 2015-007
CFDA # (applies to Federal grants) 20.600 and 20.607 Grant Total: $13,500 Grant Match: none
Department: Police
Phase of Process: ❑ Not'ce of Intent
Date Document Signed:
Responsible Staff Member: Cpt• Cory Klumb
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DATE of COMMISSION
MEETING: 092115
Presented by: Cory Klumb
VConsent F-1 Action
Revised 10/10/2014
CTS Number., 108494
Standard Agreement Contract Name: Bozeman STEP
DUNS Number: 83705293
State Highway Traffic Safety Section
This Agreement is made and entered into by and between the MONTANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION,
hereinafter called the "Department" and City of Bozeman hereinafter called the "Grantee." Funds provided are
described in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA), number(s) 20.600 and 20.607 awarded by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Department of Transportation as authorized by 23 U.S.C. 402 et seq. Actual
award is contingent upon the availability of NHTSA funding. MDT received this funding through Federal Award
Identification Number(s) (FAIN) 18X9204020MT16 and 18X9201640MT16 awarded throughout the federal fiscal year.
The estimated total of this/these Federal Award(s) is $1,623,488.00 and $8,000,000.00, respectively.
ARTICLE 1. PROJECT
Section 1.1 Purpose of Contract. This project provides assistance for the Grantee's highway traffic safety
program, as per 23 CFR Section 402 Highway Safety Programs.
Section 1.2 Scope of the Project. The Grantee shall implement and utilize project funding as described in the
FFY2015 Grant Application for Highway Traffic Safety Funding, and provided in the objectives from Grantee's application
Program Name. The Grantee shall use its best efforts to efficiently and economically complete the Project.
Section 1.3 Proiect Description. Bozeman STEP (see attachment B for full scope).
Section 1.4 Period of Performance. This project shall be started by the Grantee within 10 days of October 1,
2015, and shall be completed no later than September 30, 2016, unless the Department grants express written
approval.
Section 1.5 Costs of Proiect. The total funding for the project shall be $13,500.00 (see attachment C).
If during the term of this agreement, federal funds are reduced or eliminated, the Department may immediately
terminate or reduce the grant award upon written notice to the Project Director.
Section 1.6 Indirect Costs. Indirect cost (IDC) must be in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200.414 and Sub -part F—
Appendices III -VIII and approved by your federal cognizant agency. A copy of the IDC approval letter must be submitted
to the Department and approved prior to any reimbursement. If the Montana Department of Transportation is your
organization's primary source of federal funds, then a copy of your indirect cost plan must be submitted to MDT for
review and approval. The percentage rate for indirect costs shall be maintained for the life of the project.
Section 1.7 Definitions. (a) "Major item of apparatus or equipment" means an item with a useful life of more
than one year and costing $5,000.00 or more per unit.
(b) "Traffic Safety purposes" means a project purpose which meets the State highway safety program, approved
by the Secretary of Transportation, which is designed to reduce traffic crashes and the resulting deaths, injuries, and
property damage from those crashes.
(c) "Useful life" means the expected, projected or actual period of time during which the equipment continues
to function as designed without significant repair costs.
Section 1.8 Equipment All equipment, including tools, for which purchase reimbursement is sought, will be used
exclusively for traffic safety purposes. The equipment purchases are subject to the following provisions:
(a) Any major item of apparatus and equipment for which reimbursement is sought and which is not identified
specifically in the Proposal and approved as part of this Agreement shall be submitted in writing for approval by
the Department prior to the purchase.
(b) A major item of apparatus or equipment must be obtained by proper competitive practices in accordance
with State of Montana purchasing laws and regulations.
(c) The Grantee must certify that the equipment costs shown in the Proposal as direct costs are excluded from
the items in the indirect cost calculation, if applicable.
(d) The Grantee agrees to properly title any vehicle or other equipment which requires a title by State statute, in
Grantee's name.
(e) The Grantee agrees to activate the warranty on any equipment for which a warranty is available.
(f) The Grantee agrees to maintain records of any equipment, and make such records and equipment available
for inspection by the Department or its authorized representatives.
(g) The Grantee agrees to maintain the equipment for its stated program purposes for the useful life of the
equipment.
(h) The Grantee agrees to retain ownership and/or title to the equipment for the equipment's useful life, and
shall not sell, convey or otherwise transfer title or ownership of the equipment to any other governmental or
private party, except as stated in this Agreement.
(i) The Grantee agrees to notify the Department if the equipment is not suited for its stated program purpose, or
is not in actual use by Grantee as stated in the Agreement at any time during the useful life of the equipment.
Grantee agrees it shall not discontinue use, abandon, store, or otherwise cease use of the equipment for any
reason whatsoever, unless notification is provided to the Department.
(j) The Grantee agrees that any equipment not in actual use by Grantee during the equipment's useful life may
be recovered by the Department, and possession (or title where applicable) transferred or conveyed
permanently to the Department for redistribution to other program recipients.
(k) The Grantee agrees that any equipment which reaches the conclusion of its useful life may be disposed of by
Grantee, with prompt notification to the Department.
(1) The Grantee agrees that it shall maintain records of the disposition of the equipment after its useful life, for a
period of three years beyond the disposition date.
Section 1.9 Insurance. During the Agreement term, the Grantee shall maintain insurance or self-insurance
(property damage and liability) adequate to protect the federal share portion of Project facilities and equipment.
Grantee will furnish proof of such insurance for the State's approval. Certificates of Insurance, indicating compliance
with the required coverages, must be filed with the Purchasing Services Bureau within ten (10) working days of notice of
award. This requirement, however, does not pertain to state and local government Grantees. The proof of
insurance/exemption must be valid for the entire agreement period. Agreements will not be issued to Grantees that fail
to submit insurance certification for proof of Workers' Compensation Insurance valid in the State of Montana or proof of
exemption thereof.
Section 1.10 Reporting/Close-out/Reimbursement Requests. Grantee shall advise the State in writing of project
progress at such times and in such manner as the State may require, but not more often than monthly or less than
quarterly. Requests for reimbursement shall be submitted with the progress reports. Reports and reimbursement
requests are due 30 days following the end of the reporting period. The final report shall serve as close-out for
contracts. Equipment contracts require annual reports throughout the useful life of the equipment. Unless otherwise
directed by MDT the following outlines a schedule for reporting periods:
Report required
Due
Period 1 report
(covering contract progress in October, November, December,
January)
February 28, 2016
Period 2 report
(covering contract progress in February, March, April, May)
June 30, 2016
Period 3 report
(covering contract progress in June, July, August, September)
October 30, 2016
Final Report
October 30, 2016
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ARTICLE 2. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Section 2.1 Termination. This agreement may be terminated at any time based upon mutual written consent of
the parties. If it is considered to be in the best interests of the Department, the Department may terminate this
Agreement upon giving ten (10) working days written notice to the grantee. If the agreement is so terminated prior to
fulfillment of the terms stated herein, the Grantee shall be reimbursed only for actual expenses, both direct and indirect,
incurred to the date of termination.
Section 2.2 Litigation. In the event of litigation concerning this agreement, venue shall only be in the First
Judicial District Court of the State of Montana, Lewis and Clark County.
Section 2.3 Agreement Modification. Any change in the agreement will only be by written agreement of the
Parties.
Section 2.4 Subcontracting. Grantee will not assign, sublet or transfer any part of this Agreement except by
written subcontract, and with the prior written consent of the Department. The grantee must provide a copy of the
draft subcontract to the assigned program manager for review and approval prior to finalization. Nothing contained
within this document shall create any contractual relationships between any subgrantee and the Department.
Section 2.5 Indemnification. Grantee shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the State of Montana,
Department of Transportation, its employees and agents from and against all claims, demands, or actions from damages
to property or injury to persons or other damage to persons or entities arising or resulting from the performance of this
Contract, including all costs and attorney fees.
Section 2.6 Compliance with Laws. Some of the clauses contained in this agreement are not governed solely by
Federal law, but are significantly affected by State law. The laws and regulations cited in this agreement are not all-
inclusive of those which may apply to the successful completion of this agreement. The Grantee understands that it is
its responsibility to learn which federal, state and local laws and regulations will apply to its operation under this
agreement, and that Grantee is solely responsible for its lawful compliance with all laws and regulations, including those
in the attached Non -Discrimination Notice (attachment A).
Section 2.7 Access and Retention of Records. The Grantee agrees to provide the Department, USOT, the
Legislative Auditor or their authorized agent access to any records to determine compliance with this agreement. The
Grantee agrees to create and retain records supporting this agreement for a period of three (3) years after the
completion date of the agreement or at the conclusion of any claim, litigation, or exception relating to this agreement
taken by the Department or third party.
Section 2.8 Severability and Integration. If any part, or parts, of this Contract are determined to be void, the
remaining parts will remain valid and operative. This document, together with its schedules, attachments, and exhibits,
represent the complete and entire understanding of the parties on its subject matter. No provision, express or implied,
arising from any prior oral or written request, bid, inquiry, negotiation, contract, or any other form of communication,
shall be a provision of this contract unless it is reduced to writing, signed by the parties, and attached to this document.
Section 2.9 Waivers. A party's failure to enforce any provision of this Contract shall not be construed as a
waiver excusing the other party's future performance.
Section 2. 10 Seat Belt Policy. All grantees are required to adopt a seatbelt use policy that applies to all
employees during work hours, whether traveling in a work vehicle or a personal vehicle, in compliance with state law. A
copy of the policy will be provided to your assigned program manager.
ARTICLE 3. FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS
The Grantee understands that this agreement includes requirements specifically prescribed by Federal law or regulation.
The Grantee acknowledges they have read, understood and agree to comply with all Highway Safety Grant (23 U.S.C,
Chapter 4) requirements including applicable federal statutes and regulations that are in effect during the grant period.
Section 3.1 NONDISCRIMINATION. Grantee will comply with all Federal statutes and implementing regulations
relating to nondiscrimination. These include but are not limited to:
(a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Pub. L. 88-352), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or
national origin (and 49 CFR Part 21);
(b) Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. 1681-1683 and 1685-1686), which prohibits
discrimination on the basis of sex;
(c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. 794), and the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990 (Pub. L. 101-336), as amended (42 U.S.C. 12101, et seq.), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of
disabilities (and 49 CFR Part 27);
(d) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 U.S.C. 6101-6107), which prohibits discrimination on the
basis of age;
(e) the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 (Pub. L. 100-259), which requires Federal -aid recipients and all
subrecipients to prevent discrimination and ensure nondiscrimination in all of their programs and activities;
(f) the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972 (Pub. L. 92-255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on
the basis of drug abuse;
(g) the comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (Pub. L.I.
91-616), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism;
(h) Sections 523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912, as amended (42 U.S.C. 290dd-3 and 290ee-3),
relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records;
(i) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended (42 U.S.C. 3601, et seq.), relating to nondiscrimination in the
sale, rental or financing of housing;
j) any other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s) under which application for Federal assistance is
being made; and
(k) the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statute(s) which may apply to the application.
Section 3.2 Buy America Act. The Grantee will comply with the provisions of the Buy America Act (49 U.S.C.
5323(j), which contains the following requirements:
Only steel, iron and manufactured products produced in the United States may be purchased with Federal
funds unless the Secretary of Transportation determines that such domestic purchases would be inconsistent
with the public interest, that such materials are not reasonably available and of a satisfactory quality, or that
inclusion of domestic materials will increase the cost of the overall project contract by more than 25 percent.
Clear justification for the purchase of non-domestic items must be in the form of a waiver request submitted
to and approved by the Secretary of Transportation.
Section 3.3 Political Activity (Hatch Act). The Grantee will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C.
1501-1508) which limits the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole
or in part with Federal funds.
Section 3.4 Certification Regarding Federal Lobbying. Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative
Agreements. The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for
influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal
contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative
agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan,
or cooperative agreement.
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or
attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative
agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form -LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in
accordance with its instructions.
3. The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub -
award at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grant, loans, and cooperative agreements) and
that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon
which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a
prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who
fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than
$100,000 for each such failure.
Section 3.5 Restriction on State Lobbying. None of the funds under this program will be used for any activity
specifically designed to urge or influence a State or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific
legislative proposal pending before any State or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect
(e.g., "grassroots") lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a State official whose salary is
supported with NHTSA funds from engaging in direct communications with State or local legislative officials, in
accordance with customary State practice, even if such communications urge legislative officials to favor or oppose
the adoption of a specific pending legislative proposal.
Section 3.6 Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension. Instruction for Primary Certification:
1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective primary participant is providing the certification set out
below.
2. The inability of a person to provide the certification required below will not necessarily result in denial of
participation in this covered transaction. The prospective participant shall submit an explanation of why it cannot
provide the certification set out below. The certification or explanation will be considered in connection with the
department or agency's determination whether to enter into this transaction. However, failure of the prospective
primary participant to furnish a certification or an explanation shall disqualify such person from participation in this
transaction.
3. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when the
department or agency determined to enter into this transaction. If it is later determined that the prospective primary
participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal
Government, the department or agency may terminate this transaction for cause or default.
4. The prospective primary participant shall provide immediate written notice to the department or agency to
which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective primary participant learns its certification was
erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
5. The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant,
person, primary covered transaction, principal, proposal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the
meaning set out in the Definitions and coverage sections of 49 CFR Part 29. You may contact the department or
agency to which this proposal is being submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.
6. The prospective primary participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered
transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is
proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily
excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency entering
into this transaction.
7. The prospective primary participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include the clause
titled "Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion -Lower Tier Covered
Transaction," provided by the department or agency entering into this covered transaction, without modification ,
in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions.
8. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier
covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended,
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A
participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Each participant
may, but is not required to, check the list of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Non -procurement
Programs.
9. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to
render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not
required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
10. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 6 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction
knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part
9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition
to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate this transaction for
cause or default.
Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters -Primary Covered Transactions
(1) The prospective primary participant certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief, that its principals:
(a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by
any Federal department or agency;
(b) Have not within a three-year period preceding this proposal been convicted of or had a civil judgment
rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to
obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction;
violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery,
falsification or destruction of record, making false statements, or receiving stolen property;
(c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity
(Federal, State or Local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1)(b) of this
certification; and
(d) Have not within a three-year period preceding this application/proposal had one or more public transactions
(Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause or default.
(2) Where the prospective primary participant is unable to certify to any of the Statements in this certification, such
prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.
Instructions for Lower Tier Certification
1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out
below.
2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this
transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered
an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal government, the department or
agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or
debarment.
3. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal
is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous when
submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.
4. The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant,
person, primary covered transaction, principal, proposal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the
meanings set out in the Definition and Coverage sections of 49 CFR Part 29. You may contact the person to whom
this proposal is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.
5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered
transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is
proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily
excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which
this transaction originated.
6. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include the clause titled
"Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion-- Lower Tier Covered
Transaction," without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered
transactions. (See below)
7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier
covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended,
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous.
A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Each
participant may, but is not required to, check the List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Non -
procurement Programs.
8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to
render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not
required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.
9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction
knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR Part
9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition
to other remedies available to the Federal government, the department or agency with which this transaction
originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.
Certification Regarding Debarment. Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion — Lower Tier Covered Transactions:
1. The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this proposal, that neither it nor its principals is
presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from
participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency.
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2. Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such
prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.
Section 3.8 Conflict of Interest. The Grantee must disclose in writing any potential conflict of interest to the
Department in accordance with applicable Federal awarding agency policy, under 2 CFR §200.112.
Section 3.9 Mandatory Disclosures. The Grantee must disclose, in a timely manner, in writing to the
Department all violations of Federal criminal law involving fraud, bribery, or gratuity violations potentially affecting the
Federal award. Failure to make required disclosures can result in any of the remedies described in 2 CFR §200.338,
including suspension or debarment, in accordance with 2 CFR §200.113..
Section 3.10 Internal Controls. The Grantee must establish and maintain effective internal controls over the
award that provide reasonable assurance to the Department that the Grantee is managing the award in compliance
with Federal statutes, regulations, and terms and conditions of the Federal award, in accordance with 2 CFR §200.303.
Agreement and Authorization to Proceed
Project Directors and Points of Contact
The following individuals will be the respective project directors and points of contact for the Department and Grantee.
Department:
Name
Project Director:
2.
1. Name
Janet Kenny
2. Title
State Highway Traffic Safety Section Supervisor
3. Address
Montana Department of Transportation
Phone
P.O. Box 201001
5.
Helena, MT 59620-1001
4. Phone
(406) 444-7417
5. Fax
(406) 444-9409
6. Email
jakenny@mt.gov
Point of Contact:
1.
Name
Chad Newman
2.
Title
Transportation Planner/Law Enforcement Liaison
3.
Address
Montana Department of Transportation
4.
Phone
P.O. Box 201001
5.
Fax
Helena, MT 59620-1001
4.
Phone
(406) 444-0856
5.
Fax
(406) 444-9409
6.
Email. -
chnewman@mt.gov
Grantee:
Project Director:
1.
Nameis
ZtVen e -r-, w x
2.
Title
Chief of Police
3.
Address
P O Box 1230, Bozeman, MT 59715
4.
Phone
406-582-2422-
06-582-
5.
5.
Fax
6.
Email
SCrawford@BOZEMAN.NET
Point of Contact:
1. Name -steve-etd Ct ty kIL, .
2. Title Captain
3. Address
4. Phone 406-582-2021
5. Fax
6. Email Cl�usb®z� dvl��
Fiscal contact:
1.
Name
Anna Rosenberry
2.
Title
Finance Director
3.
Address
4.
Phone
406-582-2325
5.
Fax
6.
Email
arosenberry@bozeman.net
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Agreement and Authorization to Proceed
Authorizing Official of the Grantee
1.
Name
Chris Kukulski
2.
Title
City Manager
3.
Address
121 N Rouse, Bozeman MT 59771-1230
4.
Phone
406-582-2300
5.
Fax
6.
Email
cku ulski@b zeman.n
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7.
Signature
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Delegation of Managing authority
To Project Director:
1. Name 64 ., j;r rc(
2. Title Chief of Police
3. Address P O Box 1230, Bozeman, MT 59715
4. Phone 406-582 '6(
5. Fax
6. Email SCrawf rd@BOZEMAN.NE
7. Signature q::�/ , I L'� (
Montana Department of Transportation Approval
1. Name/Title Lynn Zanto/ Rail, Transit, Planning Division Administrator
2. Address Montana Department of Transportation
PO Box 201001, Helena MT 59620-1001
3. Phone (406) 444-3445
4. Email Izanto@mt.gov
5. Signature
Legal Advisor for contract content
1. Name/Title MDT Counsel, Legal Services
2. Address Montana Department of Transportation
PO Box 201001, Helena MT 59620-1001
3. Signature alazz� "�bw
Advisor for civil rights content
1. Title Office of Civil Rights
2. Address ontana Department of Transportation
ox 01001,I�lena MT 59620-1001
3. Signature
Date
Date
Date
Attachment A
MDT NONDISCRIMINATION
AND
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION NOTICE
Montana Department of Transportation ("MDT") is committed to conducting all of its business in an
environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. In accordance with State and Federal law MDT
prohibits any and all discrimination on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental
disability, parental/marital status, pregnancy, religion/creed/culture, political belief, genetic material, veteran
status, or social origin/ancestry (hereafter "protected classes"). by its employees or anyone with whom MDT
chooses to do business.
For the duration of this contract/agreement, the PARTY agrees as follows:
(1) Compliance with Regulations: The PARTY (hereinafter includes consultant) will comply with all Acts
and Regulations of the United States and the State of Montana relative to Non -Discrimination in
Federally and State -assisted programs of the U.S. Department of Transportation and the State of
Montana, as they may be amended from time to time, which are herein incorporated by reference and
made a part of this contract.
(2) Non-discrimination:
a. The PARTY, with regard to the work performed by it during the contract, will not discriminate,
directly or indirectly, on the grounds of any of the protected classes in the selection and
retention of subcontractors, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment,
employment, and all other activities being performed under this contract/agreement.
b. PARTY will provide notice to its employees and the members of the public that it serves that will
include the following:
i. Statement that PARTY does not discriminate of the grounds of any protected classes.
ii. Statement that PARTY will provide employees and members of the public that it serves
with reasonable accommodations for any known disability,upon request, pursuant to the
Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADA).
iii. Contact information for PARTY's representative tasked with handling non-discrimination
complaints and providing reasonable accommodations under the ADA.
iv. Information on how to request information in alternative accessible formats.
c. In accordance with Mont. Code Ann. § 49-3-207, PARTY will include a provision, in all of its
hiring/subcontracting notices, that all hiring/subcontracting will be on the basis of merit and
qualifications and that PARTY does not discriminate on the grounds of any protected class.
(3) Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs):
a. If the PARTY receives federal financial assistance as part of this contract/agreement, the
PARTY will make all reasonable efforts to utilize DBE firms certified by MDT for its
subcontracting services. The list of all currently certified DBE firms is located on the MDT
website at mdt.mt.gov/business/contracting/civil/dbe.shtml
b. By signing this agreement the PARTY assures that:
The contractor, sub recipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The contractor
shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR part 26 in the award and
administration of DOT -assisted contracts. Failure by the contractor to carry out these
requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination
of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate.
c. PARTY must include the above assurance in each contract/agreement the PARTY enters.
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(4) Solicitation for Subcontracts, Including Procurement of Materials and Equipment: In all
solicitations, either by competitive bidding, or negotiation, made by the PARTY for work to be
performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials, or leases of equipment, each
potential subcontractor or supplier will be notified by the PARTY of the PARTY's obligation under this
contract/agreement and all Acts and Regulations of the United States and the State of Montana related
to Non -Discrimination.
(5) Information and Reports: The PARTY will provide all information and reports required by the Acts,
Regulations, and directives issued pursuant thereto and will permit access to its books, records,
accounts, other sources of information and its facilities as may be determined by MDT or relevant US
DOT Administration to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such Acts, Regulations, and
instructions. Where any information required of a contractor is in the exclusive possession of another
who fails or refuses to furnish the information, the PARTY will so certify to MDT or relevant US DOT
Administration, as appropriate, and will set forth what efforts it has made to obtain the information.
(6) Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of a PARTY's noncompliance with the Non-discrimination
provisions of this contract/agreement, MDT will impose such sanctions as it or the relevant US DOT
Administration may determine to be appropriate, including, but not limited to:
a. Withholding payments to the PARTY under the contract/agreement until the PARTY complies;
and/or
b. Cancelling, terminating, or suspending the contract/agreement, in whole or in part.
(7) Pertinent Non -Discrimination Authorities:
During the performance of this contract/agreement, the PARTY, for itself, its assignees, and successor in
interest, agrees to comply with the following non-discrimination statues and authorities; including but not
limited to:
Federal
- Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. § 200d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits discrimination
on the basis of race, color, national origin); and 49 CFR Part 21;
- The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 U.S.C. §
4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaces or whose property has been acquired because
of Federal or Federal -aid programs and projects);
- Federal -Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. § 324 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of
sex);
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. § 794 et seq.), as amended, (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of disability); and 49 CFR Part 27;
- The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. § 6101 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination
on the basis of age);
- Airport and Airways Improvement Act of 1982, (49 U.S.C. § 471, Section 47123), as amended,
(prohibits discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, or sex);
- The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (PL 100-209), (broadened the scope, coverage, and
applicability of Title Vi of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of the terms "programs or activities" to
include all of the programs or activities of the Federal -aid recipients, sub -recipients, and contractors,
whether such programs or activities are Federally funded or not);
- Titles II and III of the Americas with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of
disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation systems, places of public
accommodation, and certain testing entities (42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12189) as implemented by
Department of Transportation regulations at 49 CFR parts 37 and 38;
- The Federal Aviation Administration's Non -Discrimination statute (49 U.S.C. § 47123) (prohibits
discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, and sex);
Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and
Low -Income Populations, which prevents discrimination against minority populations by discouraging
programs, policies, and activities with disproportionately high and adverse human health or
environmental effects on minority and low-income populations;
Executive Order 13166, Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency, and
resulting agency guidance, national origin discrimination includes discrimination because of Limited
English Proficiency (LEP). To ensure compliance with Title VI, you must take reasonable steps to
ensure that LEP persons have meaningful access to your programs (70 Fed. Reg. at 74087 to 74100);
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Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits you from discriminating
because of sex in education programs or activities (20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.).
State
- Mont. Code Ann. § 49-3-205 Governmental services;
- Mont. Code Ann. § 49-3-206 Distribution of governmental funds;
- Mont. Code Ann. § 49-3-207 Nondiscrimination provision in all public contracts.
(8) Incorporation of Provisions: The PARTY will include the provisions of paragraph one through seven
in every subcontract, including procurements of materials and leases of equipment, unless exempt by
the Acts, the Regulations and directives issued pursuant thereto. The PARTY will take action with
respect to any subcontract or procurement as MDT or the relevant US DOT Administration may direct
as a means of enforcing such provisions including sanctions for noncompliance. Provided, that if the
PARTY becomes involved in, or is threatened with litigation by a subcontractor, or supplier because of
such direction, the PARTY may request MDT to enter into any litigation to protect the interests of MDT.
In addition, the PARTY may request the United States to enter into the litigation to protect the interests
of the United States.
Attachment B
Scope of Work
I. Purpose
Given that the majority of traffic collisions are preventable, there is a need for effective education combined with
proactive enforcement to increase motorists' knowledge about traffic safety risk factors, and deter poor driver
choices/behavior. The purpose of this contract is to reduce crashes, injuries and fatalities associated with impaired
driving and lack of proper occupant restraint through High Visibility Enforcement. The Selective Traffic Enforcement
Program (STEP) funds officer overtime so they can conduct traffic patrols to deter impaired driving and occupant
restraint violations. STEP is used to provide High Visibility Enforcement on local high crash corridors and at high-risk
time frames such as rodeos, fairs, and community events that have a history of high fatality rates and injuries caused by
impaired driving and non -seatbelt usage.
II. Objectives
Provide High Visibility Enforcement through collaboration with other law enforcement agencies during the following:
A. National mobilizations (Winter Holiday, Memorial Day and Labor Day Mobilizations)
B. State high-risk time frames and events (4th of July, St. Patrick's Day)
C. Local high-risk time frames and special events (rodeos, County Fairs, Concerts etc.)
III. Use of STEP Funds
A. STEP funds shall only be used for officer overtime patrols focusing on Impaired Driving and Occupant
Protection.
B. STEP funds may be used for OFFICER administrative (report writing and investigative) duties and court
proceedings stemming from DUI arrests made during STEP funded patrols.
IV. Responsibilities
Conduct high visibility traffic enforcement (HVE).
A. STEP grant funds shall be used only for funding overtime shifts and shall not be used to fund base salaries.
B. Only DUI certified officers may participate in STEP overtime patrols.
C. Generate media publicity to enhance the visibility of the extra traffic patrols (see "Earned media" below for
more information).
D. Special focus must be given to impaired drivers and occupants seen not wearing seatbelts.
E. Conduct quarterly saturation patrols during high-risk timeframes ("sustained" enforcement) and mobilization
overtime activities as required.
o A minimum of three patrols must be conducted each quarter.
o A minimum of four additional patrols must be conducted during the national mobilizations and state
high-risk timeframes.
o Each shift should be a minimum of 4 hours long and should not exceed a 12 -hour shift according to
safety guidelines documented by the International Association of Chiefs of Police.
F. We recognize that officers assigned to STEP patrols maybe called away to assist other officers with non -traffic
related duties. If these activities comprise of more than a quarter of the shift, please do not include this time in
the reimbursement request.
G. Coordinate and participate in multi -jurisdictional law enforcement efforts in order to maximize the public's
perception that HVE is underway.
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Earned media
The contractor will contact local media outlets such as newspapers, radio stations, and television stations in advance of,
during, and/or after scheduled HVE patrols. This will be done in an effort to make the public aware of the traffic
enforcement activities law enforcement is performing and law enforcement's commitment to traffic safety.
Communication will include acknowledgement of the Montana Department of Transportation's support and funding for
this program.
Public Information & Education Support
The contractor is expected to partner with the media, Traffic Safety Stakeholders and DUI task forces to provide support
and education related to traffic safety.
The State Highway Traffic Safety Section will provide a list of contact names and phone numbers traffic safety
stakeholders such as DUI Task Forces.
V. Implementation Plan & Deliverables
Action item
1.
Use only DUI certified officers for STEP overtime patrols.
2.
Collaborate with nearby law enforcement agencies to schedule High Visibility Enforcement STEP shifts
within the identified targeted enforcement corridors (if applicable). Scheduling should take the
following into consideration:
a. Time of day (when DUI is most likely to occur)
b. Special events
c. Local high risk corridors (based on local data)
3.
Contact local media outlets such as newspapers, radio stations, and television stations in
advance of, during, and/or after scheduled STEP patrols.
4.
Participate in the three national mobilizations:
a. Winter Holiday Season
b. Memorial Day Mobilization
c. Labor Day Mobilization
5.
Participate in the two state/local high-risk timeframes of your choice such as:
The 4t" of July holiday weekend and a rodeo, County Fair etc.
6.
Collaborate with MHP's Safety Enforcement Traffic Team (SETT) as necessary.
7.
Collaborate with MHP on investigating over -service as it relates to DUI arrests and crashes.
8.
Submit a tentative plan for STEP patrols by October 30, 2015.
VI. Reporting Criteria
The project director will submit reports to the State Highway Traffic Safety Section as follows:
Report required
Due
Sustained enforcement and Mobilization plans (must be submitted
October 30, 2015
via email to chnewman@mt.gov )
Period 1 Report October 2014 —January 31, 2015 (Includes Winter
February 28, 2016
Holiday Mobilization) one invoice, two reports
Period 2 Report February— Memorial Day Mobilization 2015
June 30, 2016
one invoice, two reports
Period 3 Report June — Labor Day Mobilization, 2015
October 30, 2016
one invoice, two reports
Final Report
October 30, 2016
Reports will describe progress in meeting the contract goal and deliverables, and address any challenges or
problems encountered in developing and implementing the programs as agreed upon. Reports will be submitted
electronically @ https://app.mdt.mt.gov/step/)
VI 1. Reimbursement
Invoicing for reimbursement will be submitted using the online system @ https://app.mdt.mt.gov/step
Program Manager
Chad Newman
State Highway Traffic Safety Section
Montana Department of Transportation
PO Box 201001
Helena, MT 59620-1001
Phone: (406) 444-0856
Fax: (406) 444-9409
Email chnewman@mt.gov
Attachment C
Budget
1. Total Project Budget — City of Bozeman $13,500.00
Please see "Attachment B" for allowable use of funds.
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MONTANA
PIDr.*-- Montana Department of Transportation Michael T. Tooley, Director
DEPARTMENTOMANSPORTATION 2701 Prospect Steve Bullock, Governor
PO Box 201001
Helena MT 59620-1001
Processing Instructions for Contracts
Enclosed is your FFY16 Highway Traffic Safety Contract. An authorized individual from your
agency is required to sign and date both originals of the contract. All signatures must be in ink.
Please note the effective date of this contract on page 1, which is October 1, 2015. The
ending date of your contract is September 30, 2015.
By signing this contract, you agree:
• All funds will be used based on the project described in your application
• All expenditures must have been identified in your application to be eligible for
reimbursement
• Reporting will be based on the objectives you submitted in the application (these are
attached to the contract as Attachment B)
• Progress reports.are required at least quarterly. The reporting form is located at:
http://«�v\v.mdt.tnt.gov/other/ttanplan/external/lyIDT-TPL-011-Reporting formpdf
Do not alter the contract in any way. If you find an error, please contact your Transportation
Planner:
Chad Newman, Law Enforcement Liaison 406-444-0856 or chnewman@mt.gov
Kevin. Dusko, Impaired Driving Programs 406-444-7411 or kedusko@mt.gov
Pam Buckman, Occupant Protection Programs 406-444-0809 or pbuckman@mt.gov
Shelia Cozzie, Native American Programs 406-444-7301 or scozzie@mt.gov
Mark Keeffe, Traffic Data Analyst, 406-444-3430 or mkeeffe@mt.gov
Please return both originals of the signed contracts to:
State Highway Traffic Safety Section
Attn: Chad Newman
Montana Department of Transportation
PO Box 201001
Helena, MT 59620-1001
Once you have returned the signed contract to MDT you are able to begin work on your project.
MDT will return one complete signed original back to your organization.
For questions regarding your contract, please contact (personalize)
Please Note: It appears that there is a large amount of funds available to MDT for projects. The
funds are applied to a variety of programs at MDT, not just those administered by the State
Highway Traffic Safety Section and include highway safety construction projects which make up
the vast majority of the funding.
State Highway Traffic Safety Bureau Rail, Transit and Planning Division
Phone: 1406) 444-3423 An Equal Opportunity Employer TTY: (800) 335-7592
Fax: (406) 444-9409 Web Page: www.mdt.mt.gov