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LPA - CONSULTING CONTRACT
This Contract ("this Contract') is made and entered into effective as of le R 20 -Z ("Effective
Date") by and between the CITY OF CARMEL, INDIANA, acting by and through its proper offibials ("LOCAL
PUBLIC AGENCY" or "LPA"), and CROSSROAD ENGINEERS, PC ("the CONSULTANT"), a corporation
organized under the laws of the State of Indiana.
Des. No.: 1297166
Project Description: Construction of 116th Street & Gray Road Roundabout
RECITALS
WHEREAS, the LPA has entered into an agreement to utilize federal monies with the Indiana Department of
Transportation ("INDOT") for a transportation or transportation enhancement project ("the Project'), which
Project Coordination Contract is herein attached as Attachment 1 and incorporated as reference; and
WHEREAS, the LPA wishes to hire the CONSULTANT to provide services toward the Project completion more
fully described in Appendix "A" attached hereto ("Services");
WHEREAS, the CONSULTANT has extensive experience, knowledge and expertise relating to these Services;
and
WHEREAS, the CONSULTANT has expressed a willingness to furnish the Services in connection therewith.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the following mutual covenants, the parties hereto mutually covenant
and agree as follows:
The "Recitals" above are hereby made an integral part and specifically incorporated into this Contract.
SECTION I SERVICES BY CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT will provide the Services and
deliverables described in Appendix "A" which is herein attached to and made an integral part of this Contract.
SECTION II INFORMATION AND SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY THE LPA. The
information and services to be furnished by the LPA are set out in Appendix 'B" which is herein attached to and
made an integral part of this Contract.
SECTION III TERM. The term of this Contract shall be from the date of the last signature affixed to this
Contract to the completion of the construction contract which is estimated to be December 2017. A schedule
for completion of the Services and deliverables is set forth in Appendix "C" which is herein attached to and
made an integral part of this Contract.
SECTION IV COMPENSATION. The LPA shall pay the CONSULTANT for the Services performed
under this Contract as set forth in Appendix "D" which is herein attached to and made an integral part of this
Contract. The maximum amount payable under this Contract shall not exceed $ 225,300.00.
SECTION V NOTICE TO PROCEED AND SCHEDULE. The CONSULTANT shall begin the work
to be performed under this Contract only upon receipt of the written notice to proceed from the LPA, and shall
deliver the work to the LPA in accordance with the schedule contained in Appendix "C" which is herein attached
to and made an integral part of this Contract.
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SECTION VI GENERAL PROVISIONS
1. Access to Records. The CONSULTANT and any SUB -CONSULTANTS shall maintain all books,
documents, papers, correspondence, accounting records and other evidence pertaining to the cost
incurred under this Contract, and shall make such materials available at their respective offices at all
reasonable times during the period of this Contract and for five (5) years from the date of final payment
under the terms of this Contract, for inspection or audit by the LPA, INDOT and/or the Federal Highway
Administration ("FHWA") or its authorized representative, and copies thereof shall be furnished free of
charge, if requested by the LPA, INDOT, and/or FHWA. The CONSULTANT agrees that, upon request
by any agency participating in federally -assisted programs with whom the CONSULTANT has
contracted or seeks to contract, the CONSULTANT may release or make available to the agency any
working papers from an audit performed by the LPA, INDOT and/or FHWA of the CONSULTANT
and its SUB -CONSULTANTS in connection with this Contract, including any books, documents,
papers, accounting records and other documentation which support or form the basis for the audit
conclusions and judgments.
2. Assignment; Successors.
A. The CONSULTANT binds its successors and assignees to all the terms and conditions of this
Contract. The CONSULTANT shall not assign or subcontract the whole or any part of this
Contract without the LPA's prior written consent, except that the CONSULTANT may assign its
right to receive payments to such third parties as the CONSULTANT may desire without the
prior written consent of the LPA, provided that the CONSULTANT gives written notice
(including evidence of such assignment) to the LPA thirty (30) days in advance of any payment
so assigned. The assignment shall cover all unpaid amounts under this Contract and shall not be
made to more than one party.
B. Any substitution of SUB -CONSULTANTS must first be approved and receive written
authorization from the LPA. Any substitution or termination of a Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise ("DBE") SUB -CONSULTANT must first be approved and receive written
authorization from the LPA and INDOT's Economic Opportunity Division Director.
3. Audit. The CONSULTANT acknowledges that it may be required to submit to an audit of funds paid
through this Contract. Any such audit shall be conducted in accordance with 48 CFR part 31 and audit
guidelines specified by the State and/or in accordance with audit requirements specified elsewhere in
this Contract.
4. Authority to Bind Consultant. The CONSULTANT warrants that it has the necessary authority to
enter into this Contract. The signatory for the CONSULTANT represents that he/she has been duly
authorized to execute this Contract on behalf of the CONSULTANT and has obtained all necessary or
applicable approval to make this Contract fully binding upon the CONSULTANT when his/her
signature is affixed hereto.
5. Certification for Federal -Aid Contracts Lobbying Activities.
A. The CONSULTANT certifies, by signing and submitting this Contract, to the best of its
knowledge and belief after diligent inquiry, and other than as disclosed in writing to the LPA
prior to or contemporaneously with the execution and delivery of this Contract by the
CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT has complied with Section 1352, Title 31, U.S. Code, and
specifically, that:
No federal appropriated funds have been paid, or will be paid, by or on behalf of the
CONSULTANT to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or
employee of any federal 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 contracts, the making of any federal grant, the making of any federal loan, the
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entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal,
amendment, or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
ii. 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 Federal
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.
B. The CONSULTANT also agrees by signing this Contract that it shall require that the language of
this certification be included in all lower tier subcontracts, which exceed $100,000, and that all
such sub -recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. Any person who fails to sign or file
this required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more
than $100,000 for each failure.
6. Changes in Work. The CONSULTANT shall not commence any additional work or change the scope
of the work until authorized in writing by the LPA. The CONSULTANT shall make no claim for
additional compensation or time in the absence of a prior written approval and amendment executed by
all signatories hereto. This Contract may be amended, supplemented or modified only by a written
document executed in the same manner as this Contract. The CONSULTANT acknowledges that no
claim for additional compensation or time may be made by implication, oral agreements, actions,
inaction, or course of conduct.
7. Compliance with Laws.
A. The CONSULTANT shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules,
regulations and ordinances, and all provisions required thereby to be included herein are hereby
incorporated by reference. If the CONSULTANT violates such rules, laws, regulations and
ordinances, the CONSULTANT shall assume full responsibility for such violations and shall bear
any and all costs attributable to the original performance of any correction of such acts. The
enactment of any state or federal statute, or the promulgation of regulations thereunder, after
execution of this Contract shall be reviewed by the LPA and the CONSULTANT to determine
whether formal modifications are required to the provisions of this Contract.
B. The CONSULTANT represents to the LPA that, to the best of the CONSULTANT'S knowledge
and belief after diligent inquiry and other than as disclosed in writing to the LPA prior to or
contemporaneously with the execution and delivery of this Contract by the CONSULTANT:
State of Indiana Actions. The CONSULTANT has no current or outstanding criminal,
civil, or enforcement actions initiated by the State of Indiana pending and agrees that it will
immediately notify the LPA of any such actions. During the term of such actions,
CONSULTANT agrees that the LPA may delay, withhold, or deny work under any
supplement or amendment, change order or other contractual device issued pursuant to this
Contract.
ii. Professional Licensing Standards. The CONSULTANT, its employees and
SUBCONSULTANTS have complied with and shall continue to comply with all
applicable licensing standards, certification standards, accrediting standards and any other
laws, rules or regulations governing services to be provided by the CONSULTANT
pursuant to this Contract.
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iii. Work Specific Standards. The CONSULTANT and its SUB -CONSULTANTS, if any,
have obtained, will obtain and/or will maintain all required permits, licenses, registrations
and approvals, as well as comply with all health, safety, and environmental statutes, rules,
or regulations in the performance of work activities for the LPA.
iv. Secretary of State Registration. If the CONSULTANT is an entity described in IC Title
23, it is properly registered and owes no outstanding reports with the Indiana Secretary of
State. '
V. Debarment and Suspension of CONSULTANT. Neither the CONSULTANT nor its
principals are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible,
or voluntarily excluded from entering into this Contract by any federal agency or by any
department, agency or political subdivision of the State and will immediately notify the
LPA of any such actions. The term "principal" for purposes of this Contract means an
officer, director, owner, partner, key employee, or other person with primary management
or supervisory responsibilities, or a person who has a critical influence on or substantive
control over the operations of the CONSULTANT or who has managerial or supervisory
responsibilities for the Services.
vi. Debarment and Suspension of any SUB -CONSULTANTS. The CONSULTANT's SUB -
CONSULTANTS are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from entering into this Contract by any federal agency
or by any department, agency or political subdivision of the State. The CONSULTANT
shall be solely responsible for any recoupment, penalties or costs that might arise from the
use of a suspended or debarred SUBCONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT shall
immediately notify the LPA and INDOT if any SUB -CONSULTANT becomes debarred
or suspended, and shall, at the LPA's request, take all steps required by the LPA to
terminate its contractual relationship with the SUB -CONSULTANT for work to be
performed under this Contract.
C. Violations. In addition to any other remedies at law or in equity, upon CONSULTANT'S
violation of any of Section 7(A) through 7(B), the LPA may, at its sole discretion, do any one or
more of the following:
i. terminate this Contract; or
ii. delay, withhold,'or deny work under any supplement or amendment, change order or other
contractual device issued pursuant to this Contract.
D. Disputes. If a dispute exists as to the CONSULTANT's liability or guilt in any action initiated
by the LPA, and the LPA decides to delay, withhold, or deny work to the CONSULTANT, the
CONSULTANT may request that it be allowed to continue, or receive work, without delay. The
CONSULTANT must submit, in writing, a request for review to the LPA. A determination by
the LPA under this Section 7.1) shall be final and binding on the parties and not subject to
administrative review. Any payments the LPA may delay, withhold, deny, or apply under this
section shall not be subject to penalty or interest under IC 5-17-5.
8. Condition of Payment. The CONSULTANT must perform all Services under this Contract to the
LPA's reasonable satisfaction, as determined at the discretion of the LPA and in accordance with all
applicable federal, state, local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. The LPA will not pay for work
not performed to the LPA's reasonable satisfaction, inconsistent with this Contract or performed in
violation of federal, state, or local law (collectively, "deficiencies") until all deficiencies are remedied
in a timely manner.
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9. Confidentiality of LPA Information.
A. The CONSULTANT understands and agrees that data, materials, and information disclosed to
the CONSULTANT may contain confidential and protected information. Therefore, the
CONSULTANT covenants that data, material, and information gathered, based upon or disclosed
to the CONSULTANT for the purpose of this Contract, will not be disclosed to others or
discussed with third parties without the LPA's prior written consent.
B. The parties acknowledge that the Services to be performed by the CONSULTANT for the LPA
under this Contract may require or allow access to data, materials, and information containing
Social Security numbers and maintained by the LPA in its computer system or other records. In
addition to the covenant made above in this section and pursuant to 10 IAC 5-3-1(4), the
CONSULTANT and the LPA agree to comply with the provisions of IC 4-1-10 and IC 4-1-11.
If any Social Security number(s) is/are disclosed by the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT
agrees to pay the cost of the notice of disclosure of a breach of the security of the system in
addition to any other claims and expenses for which it is liable under the terms of this Contract.
10. Delays and Extensions. The CONSULTANT agrees that no charges or claim for damages shall be
made by it for any minor delays from any cause whatsoever during the progress of any portion of the
Services specified in this Contract. Such delays, if any, shall be compensated for by an extension of
time for such period as may be determined by the LPA subject to the CONSULTANT's approval, it
being understood, however, that permitting the CONSULTANT to proceed to complete any services,
or any part of them after the date to which the time of completion may have been extended, shall in no
way operate as a waiver on the part of the LPA of any of its rights herein. In the event of substantial
delays or extensions, or change of any kind, not caused by the CONSULTANT, which causes a material
change in scope, character or complexity of work the CONSULTANT is to perform under this Contract,
the LPA at its sole discretion shall determine any adjustments in compensation and in the schedule for
completion of the Services. CONSULTANT must notify the LPA in writing of a material change in the
work immediately after the CONSULTANT first recognizes the material change.
11. DBE Requirements.
A. Notice is hereby given to the CONSULTANT and any SUB -CONSULTANT, and both agree,
that failure to carry out the requirements set forth in 49 CFR Sec. 26.13(b) shall constitute a
breach of this Contract and, after notification and failure to promptly cure such breach, may result
in termination of this Contract or such remedy as INDOT deems appropriate. The referenced
section requires the following assurance to be included in all subsequent contracts between the
CONSULTANT and any SUB -CONSULTANT:
The CONSULTANT, sub recipient or SUB -CONSULTANT shall not discriminate
on the basis ofrace, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this Contract.
The CONSULTANT shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in
the award and administration of DOT -assisted contracts. Failure by the
CONSULTANT 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
INDOT, as the recipient, deems appropriate.
B. The CONSULTANT shall make good faith efforts to achieve the DBE percentage goal that may
be included as part of this Contract with the approved DBE SUB -CONSULTANTS identified on
its Affirmative Action Certification submitted with its Letter of Interest, or with approved
amendments. Any changes to a DBE firm listed in the Affirmative Action Certification must be
requested in writing and receive prior approval by the LPA and INDOT's Economic Opportunity
Division Director. After this Contract is completed and if a DBE SUB -CONSULTANT has
performed services thereon, the CONSULTANT must complete, and return, a Disadvantaged
Business Enterprise Utilization Affidavit ("DBE -3 Form") to INDOT's Economic Opportunity
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Division Director. The DBE -3 Form requires certification by the CONSULTANT AND DBE
SUB -CONSULTANT that the committed contract amounts have been paid and received.
12. Non -Discrimination.
A. Pursuant to I.C. 22-9-1-10, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the Americans with Disabilities Act,
the CONSULTANT shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment, to
be employed in the performance of work under this Contract, with respect to hire, tenure, terms,
conditions or privileges of employment or any matter directly or indirectly related to employment,
because of race, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry or status as a veteran.
Breach of this covenant may be regarded as a material breach of this Contract. Acceptance of this
Contract also signifies compliance with applicable federal laws, regulations, and executive orders
prohibiting discrimination in the provision of services based on race, color, national origin, age, sex,
disability or status as a veteran.
B The CONSULTANT understands that the LPA is a recipient of federal funds. Pursuant to that
understanding, the CONSULTANT agrees that if the CONSULTANT employs fifty (50) or more
employees and does at least $50,000.00 worth of business with the State and is not exempt, the
CONSULTANT will comply with the affirmative action reporting requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.7.
The CONSULTANT shall comply with Section 202 of executive order 11246, as amended, 41 CFR
60-250, and 41 CFR 60-741, as amended, which are incorporated herein by specific reference.
Breach of this covenant may be regarded as a material breach of Contract.
It is the policy of INDOT to assure full compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation'Act and
related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. Title VI and related statutes require
that no person in the United States shall on the grounds of race, color or national origin be
excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under
any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. (INDOT's Title VI enforcement
shall include the following additional grounds: sex, ancestry, age, income status, religion and
disability.)
C. The CONSULTANT shall not discriminate in its selection and retention of contractors, including
without limitation, those services retained for, or incidental to, construction, planning, research,
engineering, property management, and fee contracts and other commitments with persons for
services and expenses incidental to the acquisitions of right-of-way.
D. The CONSULTANT shall not modify the Project in such a manner as to require, on the basis of
race, color or national origin, the relocation of any persons. (INDOT's Title VI enforcement will
include the following additional grounds; sex, ancestry, age, income status, religion and
disability).
E. The CONSULTANT shall not modify the Project in such a manner as to deny reasonable access
to and use thereof to any persons on the basis of race, color or national origin. (INDOT's Title VI
enforcement will include the following additional grounds; sex, ancestry, age, income status,
religion and disability.)
F. The CONSULTANT shall neither allow discrimination by contractors in their selection and
retention of subcontractors, lessors and/or material suppliers, nor allow discrimination by their
subcontractors in their selection of subcontractors, lessors or material suppliers, who participate
in construction, right-of-way clearance and related projects.
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G. The CONSULTANT shall take appropriate actions to correct any deficiency determined by itself
and/or the Federal Highway Administration ("FHWA") within a reasonable time period, not to
exceed ninety (90) days, in order to implement Title VI compliance in accordance with INDOT's
assurances and guidelines.
H. During the performance of this Contract, the CONSULTANT, for itself, its assignees and
successors in interest (hereinafter referred to as the "CONSULTANT") agrees as follows:
(1) Compliance with Regulations: The CONSULTANT shall comply with the Regulation
relative to nondiscrimination in Federally -assisted programs of the Department of
Transportation (hereinafter, "DOT") Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 21, as they
may be amended from time to time, (hereinafter referred to as the Regulations), which are
herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this Contract.
(2) Nondiscrimination: The CONSULTANT, with regard to the work performed by it during
the Contract, shall not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in the
selection and retention of subcontractors, including procurements of materials and leases
of equipment. The CONSULTANT shall not participate either directly or indirectly in the
discrimination prohibited by section 21.5 of the Regulations, including employment
practices when the contract covers a program set forth in Appendix B of the Regulations.
(3) Solicitations for SUBCONSULTANTS, Including Procurements of Materials and
Equipment: In all solicitations either by competitive bidding .or negotiation made by the
CONSULTANT for work to be performed under a subcontract, including procurements of
materials or leases of equipment, each potential SUBCONSULTANT or supplier shall be
notified by the CONSULTANT of the CONSULTANT'S obligations under this Contract
and the Regulations relative to nondiscrimination on the grounds of race, color, or national
origin.
(4) Information and Reports: The CONSULTANT shall provide all information and reports
required by the Regulations or directives issued pursuant thereto, and shall permit access
to its books, records, accounts, other sources of information, and its facilities as may be
determined by the LPA or INDOT to be pertinent to ascertain compliance with such
Regulations, orders and instructions. Where any information required of a CONSULTANT
is in the exclusive possession of another who fails or refuses to furnish this information the
CONSULTANT shall so certify to the LPA, or INDOT as appropriate, and shall set forth
what efforts it has made to obtain the information.
(5) Sanctions for Noncompliance: In the event of the CONSULTANT'S noncompliance with
the nondiscrimination provisions of this contract, the LPA shall impose such contract
sanctions as it or INDOT may determine to be appropriate, including, but not limited to:
(a) withholding of payments to the CONSULTANT under the Contract until the
CONSULTANT complies, and/or
(b) cancellation, termination or suspension of the Contract, in whole or in part.
(6) Incorporation of Provisions: The CONSULTANT shall include the provisions of
paragraphs (1) through (6) in every subcontract, including procurements of materials and
leases of equipment, unless exempt by the Regulations, or directives issued pursuant
thereto.
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The CONSULTANT shall take such action with respect to any SUBCONSULTANT
procurement as the LPA or INDOT may direct as a means of enforcing such provisions
including sanctions for noncompliance: Provided, however, that, in the event a
CONSULTANT becomes involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a
SUBCONSULTANT or supplier as a result of such direction, the CONSULTANT may
request the LPA to enter into such litigation to protect the interests of the LPA, and, in
addition, the CONSULTANT may request the United States to enter into such litigation to
protect the interests of the United States.
13. Disputes.
A. Should any disputes arise with respect to this Contract, the CONSULTANT and the LPA agree
to act promptly and in good faith to resolve such disputes in accordance with this Section 13.
Time is of the essence in the resolution of disputes.
B. The CONSULTANT agrees that the existence of a dispute notwithstanding, it will continue
without delay to carry out all of its responsibilities under this Contract that are not affected by the
dispute. Should the CONSULTANT fail to continue to perform its responsibilities regarding all
non -disputed work, without delay, any additional costs (including reasonable attorneys' fees and
expenses) incurred by the LPA or the CONSULTANT as a result of such failure to proceed shall
be borne by the CONSULTANT.
C. If a party to this Contract is not satisfied with the progress toward resolving a dispute, the party
must notify the other party of this dissatisfaction in writing. Upon written notice, the parties have
ten (10) business days, unless the parties mutually agree in writing to extend this period, following
the written notification to resolve the dispute. If the dispute is not resolved within ten (10)
business days, a dissatisfied party may submit the dispute in writing to initiate negotiations to
resolve the dispute. The LPA may withhold payments on disputed items pending resolution of
the dispute.
14. Drug -Free Workplace Certification.
A. The CONSULTANT hereby covenants and agrees to make a good faith effort to provide and
maintain a drug-free workplace, and that it will give written notice to the LPA within ten (10)
days after receiving actual notice that an employee of the CONSULTANT in the State of Indiana
has been convicted of a criminal drug violation occurring in the CONSULTANT's workplace.
False certification or violation of the certification may result in sanctions including, but not
limited to, suspension of Contract payments, termination of this Contract and/or debarment of
contracting opportunities with the LPA.
B. The CONSULTANT certifies and agrees that it will provide a drug-free workplace by:
i. Publishing and providing to all of its employees a statement notifying their employees that
the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled
substance is prohibited in the CONSULTANT's workplace and specifying the actions that
will be taken against employees for violations of such prohibition;
ii. Establishing a drug-free awareness program to inform its employees of (1) the dangers of
drug abuse in the workplace; (2) the CONSULTANT's policy of maintaining a drug-free
workplace; (3) any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance
programs; and (4) the penalties that may be imposed upon an employee for drug abuse
violations occurring in the workplace;
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iii. Notifying all employees in the statement required by subparagraph 14.B.i above that as a
condition of continued employment, the employee will (1) abide by the terms of the
statement; and (2) notify the CONSULTANT of any criminal drug statute conviction for a
violation occurring in the workplace no later than five (5) days after such conviction;
iv. Notifying in writing the LPA within ten (10) days after receiving notice from an employee
under subdivision 14.B.iii(2) above, or otherwise receiving actual notice of such
conviction;
V. Within thirty (30) days after receiving notice under subdivision 14.B.iii(2) above of a
conviction, imposing the following sanctions or remedial measures on any employee who
is convicted of drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace: (1) take appropriate
personnel action against the employee, up to and including termination; or (2) require such
employee to satisfactorily participate in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program
approved for such purposes by a Federal, State or local health, law enforcement, or other
appropriate agency; and
vi. Making a good faith effort to maintain a drug-free workplace through the implementation
of subparagraphs 14.13.i. through 14.B.v. above.
15. Employment Eligibility Verification. The CONSULTANT affirms under the penalties of perjury
that he/she/it does not knowingly employ an unauthorized alien.
The CONSULTANT shall enroll in and verify the work eligibility status of all his/her/its newly hired
employees through the E -Verify program as defined in IC 22-5-1.7-3. The CONSULTANT is not
required to participate should the E -Verify program cease to exist. Additionally, the CONSULTANT
is not required to participate if the CONSULTANT is self-employed and does not employ any
employees.
The CONSULTANT shall not knowingly employ or contract with an unauthorized alien. The
CONSULTANT shall not retain an employee or contract with a person that the CONSULTANT
subsequently learns is an unauthorized alien.
The CONSULTANT shall require his/her/its subcontractors, who perform work under this Contract, to
certify to the CONSULTANT that the SUB -CONSULTANT does not knowingly employ or contract
with an unauthorized alien and that the SUB -CONSULTANT has enrolled and is participating in the E -
Verify program. The CONSULTANT agrees to maintain this certification throughout the duration of
the term of a contract with a SUB -CONSULTANT.
The LPA may terminate for default if the CONSULTANT fails to cure a breach of this provision no
later than thirty (30) days after being notified by the LPA.
16. Force Maieure. In the event that either party is unable to perform any of its obligations under this
Contract or to enjoy any of its benefits because of fire, natural disaster, acts of God, acts of war,
terrorism, civil disorders, decrees of governmental bodies, strikes, lockouts, labor or supply disruptions
or similar causes beyond the reasonable control of the affected party (hereinafter referred to as a Force
Majeure Event), the party who has been so affected shall immediately give written notice to the other
party of the occurrence of the Force Majeure Event (with a description in reasonable detail of the
circumstances causing such Event) and shall do everything reasonably possible to resume performance.
Upon receipt of such written notice, all obligations under this Contract shall be immediately suspended
for as long as such Force Majeure Event continues and provided that the affected party continues to use
commercially reasonable efforts to recommence performance whenever and to whatever extent possible
without delay. If the period of nonperformance exceeds thirty (30) days from the receipt of written
notice of the Force Majeure Event, the party whose ability to perform has not been so affected may, by
giving written notice, terminate this Contract.
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17. Governing Laws. This Contract shall be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the
State of Indiana and the suit, if any, must be brought in the State of Indiana. The CONSULTANT
consents to the jurisdiction of and to venue in any court of competent jurisdiction in the State of Indiana.
18. Liability. If the CONSULTANT or any of its SUB -CONSULTANTS fail to comply with any federal
requirement which results in the LPA's repayment of federal funds to INDOT the CONSULTANT shall
be responsible to the LPA, for repayment of such costs to the extent such costs are caused by the
CONSULTANT and/or its SUB -CONSULTANTS.
19. Indemnification. The CONSULTANT agrees to indemnify the LPA, its officials, and employees, and
to hold each of them harmless, from claims and suits including court costs, attorney's fees, and other
expenses caused by any negligent act, error or omission of, or by any recklessness or willful misconduct
by, the CONSULTANT and/or its SUB -CONSULTANTS, if any, under this Contract. The LPA shall
not provide such indemnification to the CONSULTANT.
20. Independent Contractor. Both parties hereto, in the performance of this Contract, shall act in an
individual capacity and not as agents, employees, partners, joint ventures or associates of one another.
The employees or agents of one party shall not be deemed or construed to be the employees or agents
of the other party for any purposes whatsoever. Neither party will assume liability for any injury
(including death) to any persons, or damage to any property, arising out of the acts or omissions of the
agents or employees of the other party. The CONSULTANT shall be responsible for providing all
necessary unemployment and workers' compensation insurance for its employees.
21. Insurance - Liability for Damages.
A. The CONSULTANT shall be responsible for the accuracy of the Services performed under this
Contract and shall promptly make necessary revisions or corrections resulting from its
negligence, errors or omissions without any additional compensation from the LPA. Acceptance
of the Services by the LPA shall not relieve the CONSULTANT of responsibility for subsequent
correction of its negligent act, error or omission or for clarification of ambiguities. The
CONSULTANT shall have no liability for the errors or deficiencies in designs, drawings,
specifications or other services furnished to the CONSULTANT by the LPA on which the
Consultant has reasonably relied, provided that the foregoing shall not relieve the
CONSULTANT from any liability from the CONSULTANT'S failure to fulfill its obligations
under this Contract, to exercise its professional responsibilities to the LPA, or to notify the LPA
of any errors or deficiencies which the CONSULTANT knew or should have known existed.
B. During construction or any phase of work performed by others based on Services provided by the
CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT shall confer with the LPA when necessary for the purpose
of interpreting the information, and/or to correct any negligent act, error or omission. The
CONSULTANT shall prepare any plans or data needed to correct the negligent act, error or
omission without additional compensation, even though final payment may have been received
by the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT shall give immediate attention to these changes
for a minimum of delay to the project.
C. The CONSULTANT shall be responsible for damages including but not limited to direct and
indirect damages incurred by the LPA as a result of any negligent act, error or omission of the
CONSULTANT, and for the LPA's losses or costs to repair or remedy construction. Acceptance
of the Services by the LPA shall not relieve the CONSULTANT of responsibility for subsequent
correction.
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D. The CONSULTANT shall be required to maintain in full force and effect, insurance as described
below from the date of the first authorization to proceed until the LPA's acceptance of the work
product. The CONSULTANT shall list both the LPA and INDOT as insureds on any policies.
The CONSULTANT must obtain insurance written by insurance companies authorized to
transact business in the State of Indiana and licensed by the Department of Insurance as either
admitted or non -admitted insurers.
E. The LPA, its officers and employees assume no responsibility for the adequacy of limits and
coverage in the event of any claims against the CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, sub -
consultants or any agent of any of them, and the obligations of indemnification in Section 19
herein shall survive the exhaustion of limits of coverage and discontinuance of coverage beyond
the term specified, to the fullest extent of the law.
F. The CONSULTANT shall furnish a certificate of insurance and all endorsements to the LPA prior
to the commencement of this Contract. Any deductible or self-insured retention amount or other
similar obligation under the insurance policies shall be the sole obligation of the CONSULTANT.
Failure to provide insurance as required in this Contract is a material breach of Contract entitling
the LPA to immediately terminate this Contract.
I. Professional Liability Insurance
The CONSULTANT must obtain and carry professional liability insurance as follows: For
INDOT Prequalification Work Types 1.1, 12.2-12.6 the CONSULTANTS shall provide
not less than $250,000.00 professional liability insurance per claim and $250.000.00
aggregate for all claims for negligent performance. For Work Types 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 4.1, 4.2,
5.5 , 5.8 , 5.11, 6.1, 7.1, 8.1, 8.2 , 9.1, 9.2 , 10.1 — 10.4 , 11.1, 13.1, 14.1 — 14.5 , the
CONSULTANTS shall carry professional liability insurance in an amount not less than
$1,000,000.00 per claim and $1,000,000.00 aggregate for all claims for negligent
performance. The CONSULTANT shall maintain the coverage for a period ending two
(2) years after substantial completion of construction.
II. Commercial General Liability Insurance
The CONSULTANT must obtain and carry Commercial / General liability insurance as
follows: For INDOT Prequalification Work Types 2.1, 6.1, 7.1, 8.1, 8.2, 9.1, 9.2, 10.1 -
10.4, 11.1, 13.1, 14.1-14.5, the CONSULTANT shall carry $1,000,000.00 per occurrence,
$2,000,000.00 general aggregate. Coverage shall be on an occurrence form, and include
contractual liability. The policy shall be amended to include the following extensions of
coverage:
Exclusions relating to the use of explosives, collapse, and underground damage
to property shall be removed.
2. The policy shall provide thirty (30) days notice of cancellation to LPA.
The CONSULTANT shall name the LPA as an additional insured.
III. Automobile Liability
The CONSULTANT shall obtain automobile liability insurance covering all owned,
leased, borrowed, rented, or non -owned autos used by employees or others on behalf of the
CONSULTANT for the conduct of the CONSULTANT's business, for an amount not less
than $1,000,000.00 Combined Single Limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage. The
term "automobile" shall include private passenger autos, trucks, and similar type vehicles
licensed for use on public highways. The policy shall be amended to include the following
extensions of coverage:
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1. Contractual Liability coverage shall be included.
2. The policy shall provide thirty (30) days notice of cancellation to the LPA.
3. The CONSULTANT shall name the LPA as an additional insured.
IV. Watercraft Liability (When Applicable)
1. When necessary to use watercraft for the performance of the CONSULTANT's
Services under the terms of this Contract, either by the CONSULTANT, or any
SUB -CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT or SUB -CONSULTANT operating the
watercraft shall carry watercraft liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000
Combined Single Limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage, including
Protection & Indemnity where applicable. Coverage shall apply to owned, non -
owned, and hired watercraft.
2. If the maritime laws apply to any work to be performed by the CONSULTANT
under the terms of the agreement, the following coverage shall be provided:
a. United States Longshoremen & Harbor workers
b. Maritime Coverage - Jones Act
The policy shall provide thirty (30) days notice of cancellation to the LPA.
4. The CONSULTANT or SUB -CONSULTANT shall name the LPA as an additional
insured.
V. Aircraft Liability (When Applicable)
1. When necessary to use aircraft for the performance of the CONSULTANT's
Services under the terms of this Contract, either by the CONSULTANT or SUB -
CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT or SUB -CONSULTANT operating the
aircraft shall carry aircraft liability insurance in the amount of $5,000,000 Combined
Single Limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage, including Passenger Liability.
Coverage shall apply to owned, non -owned and hired aircraft.
2. The policy shall provide thirty (30) days notice of cancellation to the LPA.
The CONSULTANT or SUB -CONSULTANT shall name the LPA as an additional
insured.
22. Merger and Modification. This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. No
understandings, agreements or representations, oral or written, not specified within this Contract will be
valid provisions of this Contact. This Contract may not be modified, supplemented or amended, in any
manner, except by written agreement signed by all necessary parties.
23. Notice to Parties: Any notice, request, consent or communication (collectively a "Notice") under this
Agreement shall be effective only if it is in writing and (a) personally delivered; (b) sent by certified or
registered mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid; or (c) sent by a nationally recognized
overnight delivery service, with delivery confirmed and costs of delivery being prepaid, addressed as
follows:
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Notices to the LPA shall be sent to:
CARMEL CITY ENGINEER
ONE CIVIC SQUARE
CARMEL, INDIANA 46032
Notices to the CONSULTANT shall be sent to:
CROSSROAD ENGINEERS, PC
3417 SHERMAN DRIVE
BEECH GROVE, INDIANA 46107
or to such other address or addresses as shall be furnished in writing by any party to the other party.
Unless the sending party has actual knowledge that a Notice was not received by the intended recipient,
a Notice shall be deemed to have been given as of the date (i) when personally delivered; (ii) three (3)
days after the date deposited with the United States mail properly addressed; or (iii) the next day when
delivered during business hours to overnight delivery service, properly addressed and prior to such
delivery service's cut off time for next day delivery. The parties acknowledge that notices delivered by
facsimile or by email shall not be effective.
24. Order of Precedence; Incorporation by Reference. Any inconsistency or ambiguity in this Contract
shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order: (1) This Contract and attachments, (2)
RFP document, (3) the CONSULTANT's response to the RFP document, and (4) attachments prepared
by the CONSULTANT. All of the foregoing are incorporated fully by reference.
25. Ownership of Documents and Materials. All documents, records, programs, data, film, tape, articles,
memoranda, and other materials not developed or licensed by the CONSULTANT prior to execution of
this Contract, but specifically developed under this Contract shall be considered "work for hire" and the
CONSULTANT assigns and transfers any ownership claim to the LPA and all such materials ("Work
Product) will be the property of the LPA. The CONSULTANT agrees to execute and deliver such
assignments or other documents as may be requested by the LPA. Use of these materials, other than
related to contract performance by the CONSULTANT, without the LPA's prior written consent, is
prohibited. During the performance of this Contract, the CONSULTANT shall be responsible for any
loss of or damage to any of the Work Product developed for or supplied by INDOT and used to develop
or assist in the Services provided herein while any such Work Product is in the possession or control of
the CONSULTANT. Any loss or damage thereto shall be restored at the CONSULTANT's expense.
The CONSULTANT shall provide the LPA full, immediate, and unrestricted access to the Work Product
during the term of this Contract. The CONSULTANT represents, to the best of its knowledge and belief
after diligent inquiry and other than as disclosed in writing prior to or contemporaneously with the
execution of this Contract by the CONSULTANT, that the Work Product does not infringe upon or
misappropriate the intellectual property or other rights of any third party. The CONSULTANT shall
not be liable for the use of its deliverables described in Appendix "A" on other projects without the
express written consent of the CONSULTANT or as provided in Appendix "A". The LPA
acknowledges that it has no claims to any copyrights not transferred to INDOT under this paragraph.
26. Payments. All payments shall be made in arrears and in conformance with the LPA's fiscal policies
and procedures.
27. Penalties, Interest and Attorney's Fees. The LPA will in good faith perform its required obligations
hereunder, and does not agree to pay any penalties, liquidated damages, interest, or attorney's fees,
except as required by Indiana law in part, IC 5-17-5, I. C. 34-54-8, and I. C. 34-13-1.
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28. Pollution Control Requirements. If this Contract is for $100,000 or more, the CONSULTANT:
Stipulates that any facility to be utilized in performance under or to benefit from this Contract
is not listed on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) List of Violating Facilities issued
pursuant to the requirements of the Clean Air Act, as amended, and the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act, as amended;
ii. Agrees to comply with all of the requirements of section'l 14 of the Clean Air Act and section
308 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, and all regulations and guidelines issued
thereunder; and
iii. Stipulates that, as a condition of federal aid pursuant to this Contract, it shall notify INDOT
and the Federal Highway Administration of the receipt of any knowledge indicating that a
facility to be utilized in performance under or to benefit from this Contract is under
consideration to be listed on the EPA Listing of Violating Facilities.
29. Severability. The invalidity of any section, subsection, clause or provision of this Contract shall not
affect the validity of the remaining sections, subsections, clauses or provisions of this Contract.
30. Status of Claims. The CONSULTANT shall give prompt written notice to the LPA any claims made
for damages against the CONSULTANT resulting from Services performed under this Contract and
shall be responsible for keeping the LPA currently advised as to the status of such claims. The
CONSULTANT shall send notice of claims related to work under this Contract to:
CARMEL CITY ENGINEER
ONE CIVIC SQUARE
CARMEL, INDIANA 46032
31. Sub -consultant Acknowledgement. The, CONSULTANT agrees and represents and warrants to the
LPA, that the CONSULTANT will obtain signed Sub -consultant Acknowledgement forms, from all
SUB -CONSULTANTS providing Services under this Contract or to be compensated for Services
through this Contract. The CONSULTANT agrees to provide signed originals of the Sub -consultant
Acknowledgement form(s) to the LPA for approval prior to performance of the Services by any SUB -
CONSULTANT.
32. Substantial Performance. This Contract shall be deemed to be substantially performed only when
fully performed according to its terms and conditions and any modification or Amendment thereof.
33. Taxes. The LPA will not be responsible for any taxes levied on the CONSULTANT as a result of this
Contract.
34. Termination for Convenience.
A. The LPA may terminate, in whole or in part, whenever, for any reason, when the LPA determines
that such termination is in its best interests. Termination or partial termination of Services shall
be effected by delivery to the CONSULTANT of a Termination Notice at least fifteen (15) days
prior to the termination effective date, specifying the extent to which performance of Services
under such termination becomes effective. The CONSULTANT shall be compensated for
Services properly rendered prior to the effective date of termination. The LPA will not be liable
for Services performed after the effective date of termination.
B. If the LPA terminates or partially terminates this Contract for any reason regardless of whether it
is for convenience or for default, then and in such event, all data, reports, drawings, plans,
sketches, sections and models, all specifications, estimates, measurements and data pertaining to
the project, prepared under the terms or in fulfillment of this Contract, shall be delivered within
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ten (10) days to the LPA. In the event of the failure by the CONSULTANT to make such delivery
upon demand, the CONSULTANT shall pay to the LPA any damage (including costs and
reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses) it may sustain by reason thereof.
35. Termination for Default.
A. With the provision of twenty (20) days written notice to the CONSULTANT, the LPA may
terminate this Contract in whole or in part if
(i) the CONSULTANT fails to:
Correct or cure any breach of this Contract within such time, provided that if such
cure is not reasonably achievable in such time, the CONSULTANT shall have up to
ninety (90) days from such notice to effect such cure if the CONSULTANT
promptly commences and diligently pursues such cure as soon as practicable;
Deliver the supplies or perform the Services within the time specified in this
Contract or any amendment or extension;
3. Make progress so as to endanger performance of this Contract; or
Perform any of the other provisions of this Contract to be performed by the
CONSULTANT; or
(ii) if any representation or warranty of the CONSULTANT is untrue or inaccurate in any
material respect at the time made or deemed to be made.
B. If the LPA terminates this Contract in whole or in part, it may acquire, under the terms and in the
manner the LPA considers appropriate, supplies or services similar to those terminated, and the
CONSULTANT will be liable to the LPA for any excess costs for those supplies or services.
However, the CONSULTANT shall continue the work not terminated.
C. The LPA shall pay the contract price for completed supplies delivered and Services accepted.
The CONSULTANT and the LPA shall agree on the amount of payment for manufactured
materials delivered and accepted and for the protection and preservation of the property. Failure
to agree will be a dispute under the Disputes clause (see Section 13). The LPA may withhold
from the agreed upon price for Services any sum the LPA determine necessary to protect the LPA
against loss because of outstanding liens or claims of former lien holders.
D. The rights and remedies of the LPA in this clause are in addition to any other rights and remedies
provided by law or equity or under this Contract.
E. Default by the LPA. If the CONSULTANT believes the LPA is in default of this Contract, it
shall provide written notice immediately to the LPA describing such default. If the LPA fails to
take steps to correct or cure any material breach of this Contract within sixty (60) days after
receipt of such written notice, the CONSULTANT may cancel and terminate this Contract and
institute the appropriate measures to collect monies due up to and including the date of
termination, including reasonable attorney fees and expenses, provided that if such cure is not
reasonably achievable in such time, the LPA shall have up to one hundred twenty (120) days from
such notice to effect such cure if the LPA promptly commences and diligently pursues such cure
as soon as practicable. The CONSULTANT shall be compensated for Services properly rendered
prior to the effective date of such termination. The CONSULTANT agrees that it has no right of
termination for non -material breaches by the LPA.
36. Waiver of Rights. No rights conferred on either party under this Contract shall be deemed waived, and
no breach of this Contract excused, unless such waiver or excuse is approved in writing and signed by
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the party claimed to have waived such right. Neither the LPA's review, approval or acceptance of, nor
payment for, the Services required under this Contract shall be construed to operate as a waiver of any
rights under this Contract or of any cause of action arising out of the performance of this Contract, and
the CONSULTANT shall be and remain liable to the LPA in accordance with applicable law for all
damages to the LPA caused by the CONSULTANT's negligent performance of any of the Services
furnished under this Contract.
37. Work Standards/Conflicts of Interest. The CONSULTANT shall understand and utilize all relevant
INDOT standards including, but not limited to, the most current version of the Indiana Department of
Transportation Design Manual, where applicable, and other appropriate materials and shall perform all
Services in accordance with the standards of care, skill and diligence required in Appendix "A" or, if
not set forth therein, ordinarily exercised by competent professionals doing work of a similar nature.
38. No Third -Party Beneficiaries. This Agreement is solely for the benefit of the parties hereto. Other
than the indemnity rights under this Contract, nothing contained in this Agreement is intended or shall
be construed to confer upon any person or entity (other than the parties hereto) any rights, benefits or
remedies of any kind or character whatsoever.
39. No Investment in Iran. As required by IC 5-22-16.5, the CONSULTANT certifies that the
CONSULTANT is not engaged in investment activities in Iran. Providing false certification may result
in the consequences listed in IC 5-22-16.5-14, including termination of this Contract and denial of future
state contracts, as well as an imposition of a civil penalty.
40. Assignment of Antitrust Claims. The CONSULTANT assigns to the State all right, title and interest
in and to any claims the CONSULTANT now has, or may acquire, under state or federal antitrust laws
relating to the products or services which are the subject of this Contract.
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Non -Collusion.
The undersigned attests, subject to the penalties for perjury, that he/she is the CONSULTANT, or that he/she is
the properly authorized representative, agent, member or officer of the CONSULTANT, that he/she has not, nor
has any other member, employee, representative, agent or officer of the CONSULTANT, directly or indirectly,
to the best of his/her knowledge, entered into or offered to enter into any combination, collusion or agreement
to receive or pay, and that lie/she has not received or paid, any sum of money or other consideration for the
execution of this Contract other than that which appears upon the face of this Contract.
In Witness Whereof, the CONSULTANT and the LPA have, through duly authorized representatives, entered
into this Contract. The parties having read and understand the forgoing terms of this Contract do by their
respective signatures dated below hereby agree to the terms thereof.
CONSULTANT
CrossRoad Engineers, PC
Signature
Trent E. Newport, President
(Print or type name and title)
Walter E. Charles, CEO
(Print or type name and title)
LOCAL PUBLIC AGENCY
Board of Public Works
Carmel, Indiana;
A,
/Signature
James Brainard, Mayor
(Print or type name and title)
(Print or type name and title)
Si,nat:tr
Mary Ann Burke, Member
(Print or type name and title)
Christine Paulen, Clerk -Treasurer
(Print or type name and title)
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APPENDIX "A"
SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY CONSULTANT:
In fulfillment of this Contract, the CONSULTANT shall comply with the requirements of the
appropriate regulations and requirements of the Indiana Department of Transportation and Federal
Highway Administration.
The CONSULTANT shall be responsible for the following:
A. Engineering Personnel
For the fulfillment of all services outlined in Section B below, the CONSULTANT will
provide one (1) fulltime Resident Project Representative, and Inspectors and clerical and
secretarial personnel as required for a period of time necessary to complete the construction project
and final construction report.
The qualifications and experiences of personnel provided by the CONSULTANT are
subject to approval by the Local Public Agency and the Indiana Department of Transportation and
no personnel will be assigned to the project until Local Public Agency and Indiana Department of
Transportation approval is obtained.
The fulltime Resident Project Representative will take directions from and report to the
Indiana Department of Transportation's Area Engineer on all matters concerning contract
compliance and administration.
The fulltime Resident Project Representative will coordinate project activities with the
Local Public Agency's Project Coordinator and Indiana Department of Transportation's Area
Engineer.
B. Description of Services
1. Construction Schedule: Review the construction schedule prepared by the
Contractor for compliance with the Contract, and give to the Local Public Agency detailed
documentation concerning its acceptability.
2. Conferences: Attend pre -construction conferences as directed by the Local Public
Agency, arrange a schedule of progress meetings, and such other job conferences as
required for the timely and acceptable conduct of the job, and submit such schedules
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prepared, to the Local Public Agency for notification to those who are expected to attend.
Record for the Local Public Agency, as directed, minutes of such meetings. The
CONSULTANT shall be available for conferences as requested by the Local Public
Agency, State and Federal Highway Administration may review and inspect the activities
whenever desired during the life of the Agreement.
3. Liaison: Serve as the Local Public Agency's liaison with the contractor, working
principally through the Contractor's field superintendent or such other person in authority
as designated by the Contractor. Acting in liaison capacity, the fulltime Resident Project
Representative shall be thoroughly familiar with the plans and specifications applicable to
the project to insure that all provisions therein are complied with. Any deviation observed
shall be reported to the Local Public Agency and Indiana Department of Transportation by
the fulltime Resident Project Representative.
4. Cooperate with the Local Public Agency in dealing with the various Federal, State
and Local Agencies having jurisdiction over the project.
5. Assist the Local Public Agency and Indiana Department of Transportation in
obtaining from the Contractor a list of his proposed suppliers and sub -contractors.
6. Assist the Local Public Agency and Indiana Department of Transportation in
obtaining from the Contractor additional details or information when needed at the job site
for proper execution of work.
7. Equipment: Furnish all equipment necessary to sample and test materials in
accordance with Indiana Department of Transportation's procedures.
8. Samples: Obtain field samples of materials delivered to the site as required by the
State and deliver such samples to the appropriate Indiana Department of Transportation
laboratory office.
9. Shop Drawings:
a. Receive shop drawings and falsework drawings. Check for completeness
and then forward to the designer of the project for approval.
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b. Review approved shop and falsework drawings, specifications and other
submissions, record receipt of this data, maintain a file of all drawings and
submissions, and check construction for compliance in accordance with the
Contract Documents.
C. Alert the Contractor's field superintendent when it is observed that
materials or equipment are being or about to be used or installed before approval of
shop drawings or samples, where such are required, and advise the Local Public
Agency and Indiana Department of Transportation when he believes it is necessary
to disapprove work as failing to conform to the Contract Documents.
10. Review of Work. Inspection and Tests:
a. Conduct on-site inspections for the Local Public Agency of the work in
progress as a basis for determining that the project is proceeding in accordance with
the Contract Documents.
b. Provide on-site acceptance testing of materials in the manner and extent
prescribed by the latest edition of the Indiana State Highway Commission
Construction Manual and in accordance with current accepted practices.
C. Accompany visiting inspectors, representing Local, State or Federal
Agencies having jurisdiction over the project, and report details of such inspection
to the Local Public Agency and Indiana Department of Transportation.
d. Verify that required testing has been accomplished.
11. Modification: Consider and evaluate the Contractor's suggestions for modifications
in drawings and/or specifications and report them with recommendations to the Local
Public Agency and Indiana Department of Transportation.
12. Records:
a. Prepare and maintain at the job site orderly files of correspondence, reports
of job conferences, shop drawings and other submissions, reproductions of original
Contract Documents, including all addenda, change orders and additional drawings
subsequent to the award of the Contract, progress reports and other project related
documents.
b. Keep a diary or log book, recording hours on the job site, weather
conditions, list of visiting officials, decisions, general observations, and specific
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observations with regard to test procedures. Upon request furnish copies of such a
diary or log book to the Local Public Agency.
C. Maintain for the Local Public Agency, a record of names, addresses and
telephone numbers of all sub -contractors and major material suppliers.
d. Maintain a set of drawings on which authorized changes are noted, and
deliver to the Local Public Agency upon request, but in any event at the completion
of the project.
e. Prepare the Final Construction Record and Final Estimate as required by the
Indiana Department of Transportation and the Local Public Agency.
13. Reports: Furnish to the Indiana Department of Transportation and the Local Public
Agency at periodic intervals, as required, progress reports of the project, including the
Contractor's compliance with the approved construction schedule.
14. Progress Estimates: Prepare progress estimates for periodic partial payments to the
Contractor and deliver to the Local Public Agency and Indiana Department of
Transportation for review and processing. The payments to the Contractor will be based
on estimates of the value of work performed and materials complete in place in accordance
with the contract.
15. Project Responsibility: The Resident Project Representative will be responsible for
the documentation of pay quantities and estimates, and the maintenance of appropriate
records related to the construction of this project.
16. Work Schedule and Suspension: The consultant's crew will be required to regulate
their work week to conform to the contractor's hours in accordance with the directions of
the Indiana Department of Transportation's Area Engineer. If work on the construction
project is suspended and all matters concerning contract compliance and administration are
complete, the services of the consultant may also be suspended without cost to the project.
17. Contract Administration: The CONSULTANT will administer the contract in
accordance with Indiana Department of Transportation's procedures.
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18. Conflict of Interest: The CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that the
CONSULTANT, a firm associated with the CONSULTANT or an individual associated
with the CONSULTANT cannot accept or perform any work (including but not limited to
construction engineering, production staking, falsework drawings, shop drawings) for the
contractor, material supplier of the contractor or for any of the contractor's subcontractors
on this project. For purposes of this section a firm is associated with the CONSULTANT
if the firm and CONSULTANT have a common director, common officer or a common
owner. For purposes of this section an individual is associated with the CONSULTANT
if the individual is an employee of the CONSULTANT or an employee of a firm associated
with the CONSULTANT.
For purposes of this section the following definitions shall be used:
Director - Any member of the board of directors of a corporation.
Officer - The president, secretary, treasurer, or such other officers as may be
prescribed by the corporation's bylaws.
Owner - A sole proprietor, any partner in a partnership, or any shareholder of a
corporation.
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INFORMATION AND SERVICES TO BE FURNISHED BY THE LPA:
The LPA shall furnish the CONSULTANT with the following:
1. Local Public Agency shall designate an employee as Project Coordinator to coordinate
activities between Consultant, INDOT and the Local Public Agency.
2. Assistance to the CONSULTANT by placing at his disposal all available information
pertinent to the project.
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No work under this Contract shall be performed by the CONSULTANT until the
CONSULTANT receives a written notice to proceed from the LPA.
The CONSULTANT will be prepared to begin the work under this agreement within five
(5) days after a Letter of Notification to proceed is received from the Local Public Agency. The
CONSULTANT shall complete and deliver the final construction record and final estimate to the
District Director within forty-five (45) calendar days after the contractor's last day of work.
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1. The CONSULTANT shall receive as payment for the work performed under this
Contract the total amount not to exceed $ 225,300.00 , unless a supplement is
executed by the parties that increases the maximum amount payable.
2. The CONSULTANT will be paid for the actual hours of work performed
exclusively on this Contract in accordance with the negotiated hourly billing rates
per classification:
Labor Classification
Negotiated Hourly
Negotiated Hourly
Rates 2016
Rates 2017
Director
$166.87
$171.88
Resident Proj. Rep.
$ 87.24
$ 89.86
Project Inspector
$ 58.49
$ 60.25
Asst. Proj. Inspector
$ 43.91
$ 45.23
CADD Technician
$ 70.32
$ 72.43
3. For those services performed by the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT will be
reimbursed the direct non -salary costs (the actual costs of such out-of-pocket
expenses directly attributable to the Contract such as fares, mileage, long distance
calls, equipment rentals, reproduction, etc.) as approved by MOT. The direct
non -salary costs for travel reimbursement shall not exceed the limitations on travel
expenses set out in the current State of Indiana policy on travel reimbursement.
4. For those services performed by other than the CONSULTANT, the
CONSULTANT will be reimbursed for the actual invoice for the services
performed by other than the CONSULTANT, provided that each such invoice shall
be subject to approval as reasonable by the LPA prior to any reimbursement thereof.
5. It is the policy of the Indiana Department of Transportation that Project
Representatives and/or Inspectors be on the construction site whenever the
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Contractor is engaged in any activity requiring inspection or testing concurrent with
the construction or activity. In order for the contractor to comply with the Contract
Plans and Specifications and complete the work within the time required, it is often
necessary for the Contractor to work more than an 8 -hour day and more than a 5 -
day week. This in turn may require the Resident Project Representative and
Inspectors to work over 40 hours per week. The CONSULTANT shall not bill for
overtime for any individual until 40 hours have been worked on the Contract for
the week by that individual. Holidays hours not worked on the Contract do not
apply to the 40 hour week total.
6. The actual amount payable shall be determined in accordance with a final audit by
INDOT's Division of Cost Accounting and Audits.
B. Method of PUment
1. The CONSULTANT may submit a maximum of one claim voucher per calendar
month for work covered under this Contract. The claim vouchers shall be submitted
to:
CARMEL CITY ENGINEER
ONE CIVIC SQUARE
CARMEL, INDIANA 46032
2. The claim vouchers shall represent the value to the Local Public Agency (LPA) of
the partially completed work as of the date of the claim voucher. When submitting
a claim voucher, the CONSULTANT shall furnish a copy of records showing the
individuals who worked on this Contract during the month, their classification, the
number of hours worked since the last claim voucher was submitted and the hourly
rate.
3. If the LPA does not agree with the amount claimed by the CONSULTANT on a
claim voucher, the LPA will send the CONSULTANT a letter by regular mail and
list the differences between actual and claimed progress. The letter will be sent to
the CONSULTANT's address on page 13 of this Contract or the CONSULTANT's
last known address.
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City of Carmel
Department of Law
LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
Date: May 3, 2016
To: Doug Haney
Department of Law
From: Jeremy Kashman <Wt'
Department of Engineering
RE: CrossRoad Engineers — INDOT-LPA Consulting Contract
An LPA Consulting Contract has been prepared by CrossRoad Engineers, PC for Construction
Inspection for 116th Street and Gray Road Roundabout. Attached please find the contract, appendices,
and purchase order for review and approval at the May 18th BPW meeting.
This is a federally funded project and will be reimbursed by INDOT at 80% of the total contract amount.
Contract Information:
Project Name: 12-03; Des #1297166 — 116th Street and Gray Road Roundabout Construction Inspection
Vendor: CrossRoad Engineers, P.C.
Amount: $225,300.00
Appropriation: P.O. 33760; 2016 COIT Bond
Signature: Chip Charles
Address: 3417 South Sherman Drive
Beech Grove, IN 46107
Phone: 317/780-1555
Fax: 317/780-6525
Email: ccharies@crossroadengineers.com
City®f Carmel
INDIANA RETAIL TAX EXEMPT
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CFEDERAL
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PURCHAS��O��®NUMBER
EXCISE TAX EXEMPT
��APPEAR
LLDDON
ONE CIVIC SQUARE
35-6000972
THIS NUMBER MUST INVOICES, AIP M
CARMEL, INDIANA 46032-2584
VOUCHER, DELIVERY MEMO, PACKING SUPS,
SHIPPING LABELS AND ANY CORRESPONDENCE
FORM APPROVED BY STATE BOARD OF ACCOUNTS FOR CITY OF CARMEL - 1997
PURCHASE ORDER DATE
DATE REQUIRED
REQUISITION NO.
VENDOR NO.
DESCRIPTION
4/25/2016
068025
Project 12-03; INDOT LPA Consulting Contract - Reimbursed by
the State
CROSSROAD ENGINEERS, PC
City Engineering's Office
VENDOR 3417 S SHERMAN DR
SHIP 1 Civic Square
TO Carmel, IN 46032-
BEECH GROVE, IN 46107.
Kate Lustig
PURCHASE ID
BLANKET
CONTRACT
PAYMENT TERMS
FREIGHT
4290
QUANTITY
UNIT OF MEASURE
_ J_
_ DESCRIPTION —
UNIT PRICE EXTENSION
Department: 2200 Account: 94-650.04 Fund: 0 COIT Bond Fund
1 Each Des #1297166 -116th Street and Gray Road Roundabout $225,300.00 $225,300.00
Construction Inspection
Sub Total $225,300.00
Send Invoice To:
Skip Tennancour
8425 Wicklow Way
Brownsburg, IN 46112
4 A 3 R'P�y,�� b.�.1n vs✓
2016 COIT Bond PLEASE INVOICE IN DUPLICATE
DEPARTMENT ACCOUNT !PROJECT PROJECT ACCOUNT AMOUNT J
PAYMENT $225,300.00
SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS ' AM VOUCHER CANNOT BE APPROVED FOR PAYMENT UNLESS THE P.O. NUMBER IS MADE A
PART OF THE VOUCHER AND EVERY INVOICE AND VOUCHER HAS THE PROPER SWORN
'SHIP PREPAID. AFFIDAVIT ATTACHED. I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THERE IS AN UNOBLIGATED BALANCE IN
'C.O.D. SHIPMENT CANNOT BE ACCEPTED. THI APPROPRIATION SUFFICIENT TO PAY FOR THE ABOVE ORDER.
*PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER MUST APPEAR ON ALL SHIPPING LABEL ,
'THIS ORDER ISSUED IN COMPLIANCE WITH CHAPTER -99, ACTS 1945
AND ACTS AMENDATORY THEREOF AND SUPPLEMENT THERETO. ORDERED BY —
TITLE
CONTROL NO. 33760 CLERK -TREASURER