HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-160 USIC Locating Services Agreement GOODS & SERVICES AGREEMENT
PROVIDER: USIC Locating Services, LLC
CITY OF PROVIDER'S CONTACT: Anne Bird
ASHLAND
20 East Main Street ADDRESS: 9045 North River Road, Suite 300
Ashland,Oregon 97520 Indianapolis, IN 46240
Telephone: 541/488-5587 PHONE: 503-407-5724
Fax: 541/488-6006
EMAIL: AnneBird @usicllc.com
This Goods and Services Agreement (hereinafter "Agreement") is entered into by and between the City of
Ashland, an Oregon municipal corporation (hereinafter "City") and USIC Locating Services, LLC, a foreign
limited liability company("hereinafter"Provider"),for providing locating and marking services for Ashland Fiber
Network underground facilities as required by Oregon One Call.
1. PROVIDER'S OBLIGATIONS
1.1 Provide locating and marking services for the City's Ashland Fiber Network underground facilities as
required by Oregon One Call, as more fully set forth in the "SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS" attached
hereto and,by this reference, incorporated herein. Provider expressly acknowledges that time is of the
essence of any completion date set forth in the SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS, and that no waiver or
extension of such deadline may be authorized except in the same manner as herein provided for authority
to exceed the maximum compensation. The goods and services defined and described in the
"SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS" shall hereinafter be collectively referred to as "Work."
1.2 Provider shall obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement and until City's final acceptance
of all Work received hereunder, a policy or policies of liability insurance including commercial general
liability insurance with a combined single limit, or the equivalent, of not less than $2,000,000 (two
million dollars)per occurrence for Bodily Injury and Property Damage.
1.2.1 The insurance required in this Article shall include the following coverages:
• Comprehensive General or Commercial General Liability, including personal injury,
contractual liability, and products/completed operations coverage; and
• Automobile Liability.
• Workers Compensation
1.2.2 Each policy of such insurance shall be on an "occurrence" and not a "claims made" form, and
shall:
• Name as additional insured "the City of Ashland, Oregon, its officers, agents and
employees" with respect to claims arising out of the provision of Work under this
Agreement;
• Apply to each named and additional named insured as though a separate policy had been
issued to each,provided that the policy limits shall not be increased thereby;
• Apply as primary coverage for each additional named insured except to the extent that two
or more such policies are intended to "layer" coverage and, taken together, they provide
total coverage from the first dollar of liability;
• Provider shall immediately notify the City of any change in insurance coverage
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• Provider shall supply an endorsement naming the City, its officers, employees and agents
as additional insureds by the Effective Date of this Agreement; and
• Be evidenced by a certificate or certificates of such insurance approved by the City.
1.3 All subject employers working under this Agreement are either employers that will comply with ORS
656.017 or.employers that are exempt under ORS 656.126. As evidence of the insurance required by
this Agreement,the Provider shall furnish an acceptable insurance certificate prior to commencing any
Work under this Agreement.
1.4 Provider agrees that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status,
familial status or domestic partnership, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity or source of income, suffer discrimination in the performance of this
Agreement when employed by Provider. Provider agrees to comply with all applicable requirements of
federal and state civil rights and rehabilitation statutes, rules and regulations. Further, Provider agrees
not to discriminate against a disadvantaged business enterprise,minority-owned business,woman-owned
business, a business that a service-disabled veteran owns or an emerging small business enterprise
certified under ORS 200.055, in awarding subcontracts as required by ORS 279A.110.
1.5 In all solicitations either by competitive bidding or negotiation made by Provider for work to be
performed under a subcontract, including procurements of materials or leases of equipment, each
potential subcontractor or supplier shall be notified by the Providers of the Provider's obligations under
this Agreement and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other federal nondiscrimination laws.
2. CITY'S OBLIGATIONS
2.1 City shall pay Provider the fees as set forth in that SUPPORTING DOCUMENT entitled"USIC Pricing
Proposal fo
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS.
2.2 In no event shall Provider's total of all compensation and reimbursement under this Agreement
exceed the sum of the thirty thousand U. S. dollars ($30,000) per year without the express, written
approval from the City official whose signature appears below, or such official's successor in office.
additional
es that no other person has authority to order or authorize
Provider expressly acknowledges p ty
Work which would cause this maximum sum to be exceeded and that any authorization from the
responsible official must be in writing. Provider further acknowledges that any Work delivered or
expenses incurred without authorization as provided herein is done at Provider's own risk and as a
volunteer without expectation of compensation or reimbursement.
3. GENERAL PROVISIONS
3.1 This is a non-exclusive Agreement. City is not obligated to procure any specific amount of Work from
Provider and is free to procure similar types of goods and services from other providers in its sole
discretion.
3.2 Provider is an independent contractor and not an employee or agent of the City for any purpose.
3.3 Provider is not entitled to, and expressly waives all claims to City benefits such as health and disability
insurance,paid leave, and retirement.
3.4 This Agreement embodies the full and complete understanding of the parties respecting the subject
matter hereof. It supersedes all prior agreements,negotiations, and representations between the parties,
whether written or oral.
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3.5 This Agreement may be amended only by written instrument executed with the same formalities as this
Agreement.
3.6 The following laws of the State of Oregon are hereby incorporated by reference into this Agreement:
ORS 279B.220, 279B.230 and 279B.235.
3.7 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Oregon without regard to conflict of laws
principles. Exclusive venue for litigation of any action arising under this Agreement shall be in the
Circuit Court of the State of Oregon for Jackson County unless exclusive jurisdiction is in federal court,
in which case exclusive venue shall be in the federal district court for the district of Oregon. Each party
expressly waives any and all rights to maintain an action under this Agreement in any other venue, and
expressly consents that, upon motion of the other party, any case may be dismissed or its venue
transferred, as appropriate, so as to effectuate this choice of venue.
3.8 Provider shall defend,save,hold harmless and indemnify the City and its officers,employees and agents
from and against any and all claims, suits, actions, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses of
any nature resulting from, arising out of, or relating to the activities of Provider or its officers,
employees,contractors,or agents under this Agreement. Subject to the limits of the Oregon Tort Claims
Act, the City shall defend, save, indemnify and hold Provider, it's officers, employees and agents
harmless against any and all claims, suits, actions, losses, damages, and expenses based upon or arising
out of damage or injury (including death) to persons or property caused by the negligent acts or
omissions of the City or its officers, employees or agents under this Agreement. The City shall not be
obligated to indemnify Provider for any damages or expenses incurred as a result of Provider's
negligence or willful misconduct.
3.9 Neither party to this Agreement shall hold the other responsible for damages or delay in performance
caused by acts of God,strikes,lockouts, accidents, or other events beyond the control of the other or the
other's officers, employees or agents.
3.10 If any provision of this Agreement is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable,
such provision shall not affect the other provisions, but such unenforceable provision shall be deemed
modified to the extent necessary to render it enforceable, preserving to the fullest extent permitted the
intent of Provider and the City set forth in this Agreement.
3.11 Deliveries will be F.O.B destination. Provider shall pay all transportation and handling charges for the
Goods. Provider is responsible and liable for loss or damage until final inspection and acceptance of the
Goods by the City. Provider remains liable for latent defects, fraud, and warranties.
3.12 The City may inspect and test the Goods. The City may reject non-conforming Goods and require
Provider to correct them without charge or deliver them at a reduced price, as negotiated. If Provider
does not cure any defects within a reasonable time, the City may reject the Goods and cancel this
Agreement in whole or in part. This paragraph does not affect or limit the City's rights, including its
rights under the Uniform Commercial Code, ORS Chapter 72 (UCC).
3.13 Provider represents and warrants that the Goods are new, current, and fully warranted by the
manufacturer. Delivered Goods will comply with SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS and be free from
defects in labor, material and manufacture. Provider shall transfer all warranties to the City.
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4. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
The following documents are attached hereto, by this reference expressly incorporated into this Agreement,
and are collectively referred to herein as the "SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:"
• The City's written Invitation to Bid from Donald Kewley, dated May 14, 2019.
• The Provider's complete written Bid, Re: Ashland Fiber Network locate and painting services
for underground facilities, dated May 22, 2019.
• The Provider's "USIC Pricing Proposal for City of Ashland—AFN"
5. REMEDIES
5.1 In the event Provider is in default of this Agreement, City may, at its option, pursue any or all of the
remedies available to it under this Agreement and at law or in equity, including, but not limited to:
5.1.1 Termination of this Agreement;
5.1.2 Withholding all monies due for the Work that Provider has failed to deliver within any scheduled
completion dates or any Work that have been delivered inadequately or defectively;
5.1.3 Initiation of an action or proceeding for damages, specific performance, or declaratory or
injunctive relief;
5.1.4 These remedies are cumulative to the extent the remedies are not inconsistent,and City may pursue
any remedy or remedies singly, collectively, successively or in any order whatsoever.
5.2 In no event shall City be liable to Provider for any expenses related to termination of this Agreement or
for anticipated profits. If previous amounts paid to Provider exceed the amount due, Provider shall pay
immediately any excess to City upon written demand provided.
6. TERM AND TERMINATION
6.1 Term
This Agreement shall be effective from the date of execution on behalf of the City as set forth below
(the "Effective Date") and shall continue in full force and effect until June 30, 2021, unless sooner
terminated as provided in Subsection 6.2.
6.2 Termination
6.2.1 The City and Provider may terminate this Agreement by mutual agreement at any time.
6.2.2 The City may, upon not less than thirty (30) days' prior written notice, terminate this Agreement
for any reason deemed appropriate in its sole discretion.
6.2.3 Either party may terminate this Agreement, with cause, by not less than fourteen (14) days' prior
written notice if the cause is not cured within that fourteen (14) day period after written notice.
Such termination is in addition to and not in lieu of any other remedy at law or equity.
7. NOTICE
Whenever notice is required or permitted to be given under this Agreement, such notice shall be given in
writing to the other party by personal delivery, by sending via a reputable commercial overnight courier, or
by mailing using registered or certified United States mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, to the
address set forth below:
If to the City:
City of Ashland—Ashland Fiber Network
Attn: AFN Operations Manager
20 E. Main Street
Ashland, Oregon 97520
Phone: (541) 552-2316
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With a copy to:
City of Ashland—Legal Department
20 E. Main Street
Ashland, OR 97520
Phone: (541)488-5350
If to Provider:
USIC Locating Services, LLC
Attn: Contracts Department
9045 North River Road, Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Phone: (317) 575-7800
8. WAIVER OF BREACH
One or more waivers or failures to object by either party to the other's breach of any provision,term,condition,
or covenant contained in this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach,whether
or not of the same nature.
9. PROVIDER'S COMPLIANCE WITH TAX LAWS
9.1 Provider represents and warrants to the City that:
9.1.1 Provider shall, throughout the term of this Agreement, including any extensions hereof, comply
with:
(i) All tax laws of the State of Oregon, including but not limited to ORS 305.620 and ORS
chapters 316, 317, and 318;
(ii) Any tax provisions imposed by a political subdivision of the State of Oregon applicable to
Provider; and
(iii) Any rules, regulations, charter provisions, or ordinances that implement or enforce any of
the foregoing tax laws or provisions.
9.1.2 Provider, for a period of no fewer than six (6) calendar years preceding the Effective Date of this
Agreement, has faithfully complied with:
(i) All tax laws of the State of Oregon, including but not limited to ORS 305.620 and ORS
chapters 316, 317, and 318;
(ii) Any tax provisions imposed by a political subdivision of the State of Oregon applicable to
Provider; and
(iii) Any rules,regulations, charter provisions, or ordinances that implement or enforce any of
the foregoing tax laws or provisions.
9.2 Provider's failure to comply with the tax laws of the State of Oregon and all applicable tax laws of any
political subdivision of the State of Oregon shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement. Further,
any violation of Provider's warranty, as set forth in this Article 9, shall constitute a material breach of
this Agreement. Any material breach of this Agreement shall entitle the City to terminate this
Agreement and to seek damages and any other relief available under this Agreement,at law,or in equity.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have caused this Agreement to be signed in their respective names
by their duly authorized representatives as of the dates set forth below.
CITY OF ASHLAND: USIC LOCATING SERVICES,LLC (PROVIDER):
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