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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
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SUBJECT: Request for Qualifications for Site Selection Study and Environmental
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DATE: May 30, 2012
Economic Development Director Dave Heiar recommends City Council approval to
distribute a Request for Qualifications for services required to do a site selection study
and environmental analysis for a bus storage and maintenance facility.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
Michael C. Van Milligen
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cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
David J. Heiar, Economic Development Director
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SUBJECT: Request for Qualifications for Site Selection Study and Environmental
Analysis for a Bus Storage and Maintenance Facility
DATE: May 29, 2012
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memorandum is to request City Council approval to distribute a
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for services required to do a site selection study and
environmental analysis for a bus storage and maintenance facility
BACKGROUND
In July 2010, the City Council hired IIW Engineers partnered with Desman Associates to
complete a site selection study and environmental analysis for an Intermodal
Transportation Center (ITC) The vision for the ITC is that it will support transit
connections, rail connection, vehicular parking, electric vehicle charging, bicycle
parking, intercity bus, a passenger waiting area, taxicab stands, public restrooms
(including lockers and showers /changing areas), and a ticketing office
The consultants initially considered 11 potential sites that were quickly narrowed down
to two sites The final two sites were in the Port of Dubuque and the Historic Millwork
District IIW met with the selection committee to review the merits of each site After
weighing the pros and cons of each site, the selection committee unanimously
recommended the Historic Millwork District for the Intermodal Transportation Center
DISCUSSION
Initially it had been envisioned that the Intermodal Transportation Center would be one
building The Intermodal Center would include a terminal building, a parking facility, a
rail platform, and a bus storage facility After public input, it was decided that this
project would be more beneficial if it was divided into several components
In October 2011, the City was notified that $8 million of State of Good Repairs funding
was being awarded to our Intermodal project Since this grant was for about one half of
the funding requested in the application, the City prioritized the construction of the
terminal building and the first phase of the parking facility The rail platform was not
eligible for this FTA funding The City is currently in the process of selecting a
consultant to complete the final design and construction oversite for the Intermodal
Center project.
As part of this revised study and analysis, the consultants identified sites for the various
components of the Intermodal campus within the Millwork District. The parking facility
will be located closer to the Millwork buildings to accommodate not only the parking
needs of the Intermodal Center but the anticipated needs of the Millwork District as well.
The rail platform would be next to the railroad track and the terminal building would be
located east of Elm Street between the parking ramp and the rail platform. The bus
storage facility was proposed to be located on the parcel of land that was acquired from
Stewart Construction in December of 2011 (see attached map).
The FTA reviewed the site analysis for the various components of this project and have
agreed with the proposed locations except for the proposed site of the bus storage
facility.
Since the bus storage facility site was not approved by the FTA, it is the
recommendation of the FTA that the City should update the site selection and
environmental analysis for potential bus facility sites. By doing so, should federal
funding become available at some point in the future, the City of Dubuque would be
prepared to submit an application that has already cleared these obstacles.
RECOMMENDATION /ACTION STEP
Based on the advice of the FTA, City staff with the assistance of ECIA staff, has
prepared an RFQ for site selection and environmental analysis for a bus storage and
maintenance facility and recommends that the City Council authorize this RFQ.
BUDGET IMPACT
The funding for these services would be taken from the $3.4 million that the City has
allowed as local match for the Intermodal project.
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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
THE CITY OF
ISSUE DATE: June 4, 2012
CONTACT: Dave Hear
PHONE NO: 563 - 589 -4393
FAX NO: 563- 589 -1733
EMAIL: dheiar @cityofdubuque org
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SUBMIT PROPOSAL /OFFER PRIOR TO
CLOSING DATE: July 6, 2012
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CITY OF DUBUQUE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
Bus Storage & Maintenance Facility
Site Selection Study and Environmental Analysis
City of Dubuque, Iowa
June 04, 2012
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RFQ ORGANIZATION
Bus Storage& Maintenance Facility
Site Selection Study and Environmental Analysis
City of Dubuque, Iowa
June 04, 2012
Table of Contents:
SECTION PAGE
1.0 Introduction ................................... ............................... 4
2.0 Project Objectives .......................... ............................... 4
3.0 Community Background ................... ............................... 5
4.0 Project Scope of Services ................ ............................... 5
5.0 Use of City Resources ..................... ............................... 8
6.0 Information to be Included in the Proposal .......................... 9
7.0 Proposal Question and Answers ........ ............................... 11
8.0 Submission Requirements ................ ............................... 12
Appendix A Consultant Evaluation Selection Process ........................... 14
Appendix B RFQ Rules and Protest Procedure ... ............................... 18
Appendix C City of Dubuque Contract Terms and Conditions. 20
Appendix D Insurance Requirements .................. ............................... 23
Appendix E Supplemental Documentation ......... ............................... 27
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Bus Storage & Maintenance Facility
Site Selection Study and
Environmental analysis
City of Dubuque, Iowa
THE CITY OF
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Consultant Professional Services
Request for Qualifications
June 04, 2012
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The City of Dubuque, Iowa is soliciting proposals from qualified professional consulting firms
to complete a site selection study and environmental analysis for a Bus Storage &
Maintenance Facility (BSMF). The vision for the BSMF is to provide a Facility for the
maintenance and indoor, heated storage of all the City -owned buses and office space for
transit operations. The Facility design will need to incorporate flexibility so that future transit
system expansions can be accommodated.
After a professional services agreement is negotiated, the City anticipates the study will be
completed as rapidly as possible and take approximately 60 days for the preliminary results
to be submitted. The final study report shall be delivered to the city within 90 days. The
selected Consultant will be expected to complete the contracted scope of services within the
specified timeframe, under the general direction and coordination of the City's Economic
Development Department as authorized by the City Council.
2.0 PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The City is seeking to hire a consultant that will meet with various stakeholder groups
affected by the project to understand and discuss the current transportation needs the
proposed facility will address, anticipate future needs, and then develop the site selection
study, and submit a final site selection and feasibility study report as required by the Federal
Transit Administration (FTA) and Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT). The city also
requires the consultant to develop an environmental analysis to the selected site that will
meet the requirements for a documented Categorical Exclusion finding, and submit a final
environmental study report as required by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Iowa
Department of Transportation (IDOT) for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) approval.
The completed study will consider transportation needs, suitable site locations, stakeholder
and community input, and overall feasibility of the facility. The Consultant shall meet
frequently with the City to ensure that the site selection study is developed in a manner that
maintains compatibility between city objectives and applicable federal and state regulations.
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The City is seeking a Consultant to evaluate the existing transportation conditions, assess
potential sites, determine needs of stakeholders and the proposed facility, complete an
environmental analysis to support a documented Categorical Exclusion finding and prepare
the final report for the site selection study.
3.0 COMMUNITY BACKGROUND
The City of Dubuque is located on the Mississippi River in northeastern Iowa, adjacent to
Illinois and Wisconsin. The City is approximately 30 square miles in area, with a population
of approximately 60,000 people. The City's annual operating and capital budget is nearly
$169 million and funds a full range of services. The City's web site is www.cityofdubuque.orq.
The community has a stable and diversified manufacturing base and a growing service
sector. Dubuque is the major retail, medical, education and employment center for the tri-
state area. Tourism continues to be a major economic force in the community. City
government works in collaboration with the private sector to promote economic development.
The job creation and unemployment numbers show that Dubuque is holding steady in the
current economic climate. Dubuque's construction numbers reveal an even more
encouraging picture. The City has formed strong relationships with the local business
community to promote continued economic growth and success.
In 2006, the Mayor and City Council identified Sustainability and Green City designation as a
top priority. Since then, the city has been working to implement this priority as listed on the
www.sustainabledubuque.orq website on all projects. Dubuque's 11 Sustainable Principles
should be applied to all aspects of the project. Dubuque's Reasonable Mobility principle
supports mixed modes of transportation including transit, taxi, intercity bus, bicycling,
pedestrian connections and the reestablishment of a passenger rail connection to Chicago.
4.0 PROJECT SCOPE OF SERVICES
The following outline represents the minimum components for providing the final report for
the site selection study and environmental analysis. The Consultant should describe the
means or strategy by which they will satisfy the Scope of Services, or at the Consultant's
preference provide an alternative, or second additional hybrid strategy that would improve the
results of the project. If a hybrid strategy is being recommended by the Consultant, the
Consultant should detail what processes and methods would be used to improve the project
outcome. The environmental analysis should address the following items listed below:
FTA Documented Categorical Exclusion
1) CONSISTENCY WITH LOCAL PLANS
2) LAND USE AND ZONING
3) LAND ACQUISTIONS & RELOCATIONS REQUIRED
4) COMMUNITY DISRUPTION and ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
5) NOISEIWATER /AIR QUALITY/ HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
6) IMPACTS ON WETLANDS
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Environmental Analysis
7) FLOODING IMPACTS
8) IMPACTS ON NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS & COASTAL ZONES
9) IMPACTS ON ECOLOGICALLY- SENSITIVE AREAS
10) IMPACTS ON ENDANGERED SPECIES
11) TRAFFIC AND PARKING IMPACTS
12) IMPACTS ON ENERGY
13) HISTORIC PROPERTIES AND PARKLANDS
14) IMPACTS CAUSED BY CONSTRUCTION
• Noise
• Utilities
• Air Quality
• Water Quality
• Safety and Security
• Disruptions to Traffic and Access to Property
15) VISUAL IMPACTS
16) IMPACTS ON SAFETY AND SECURITY
17) IMPACTS ON SECONDARY DEVELOPMENT
18) FARMLAND CONVERSION
19) PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
4.1 — Project Management & Accounting
4.1.1 The Consultant shall identify one person to serve as the Project Manager for this
project. The Project Manager shall be the leader of this effort and is expected to
ensure that the project scope, schedule and Total Project Cost (TPC) budget are being
monitored and adhered to at all times during study. One of the Project Manager's
prime responsibilities is to track and facilitate solutions for any issues that may arise
during the study. Additionally, the Project Manager shall serve as the primary point of
contact for all exchange of information between the City and the Consultant.
4.1.2 The Project Manager shall maintain an updated, Work Breakdown Structure
(WBS) /task outline for the duration of the study. The WBS shall contain line items for
all major deliverable components of the project and any significant subcomponents
along with the budgeted amount of fee associated with each task listed. Project
Management shall be listed as a separate task on the WBS. The Project Manager
shall track on the WBS the amount of work accomplished for each task that is listed.
4.1.3 The Project Manager shall maintain an updated project schedule for the duration of the
study based on the tasks listed in the WBS.
4.1.4 The Project Manager shall maintain an updated Total Project Cost budget for the
duration of the project.
4.1.5 During the study, the Project Manager shall twice a month submit to the City a bulleted
progress report for the study. The summary shall contain four sections. The first
section shall list major events that have occurred since the last report submittal. The
second section shall list work that will be accomplished in the upcoming weeks. The
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third section shall list critical items that need immediate attention. The last section
shall identify all items that specifically need to be addressed by the City.
4.2 - Project Manager Deliverables
The following is a list of requirements that shall be provided throughout the study.
4.2.1 The Project Manager shall submit by electronic mail a copy of the WBS to the City on
a monthly basis. The WBS shall be submitted during the first week of each month.
On the day of submittal, the Project Manager shall be available for approximately 15
minutes by phone to discuss the progress made on individual tasks.
4.2.2 The Project Manager shall submit an updated electronic copy of the project schedule
during the first week of each month.
4.2.3 The BSMF budget shall be submitted to the City in an electronic file format during the
first week of each month.
4.2.4 The Project Manager shall submit the progress report during the first and third week of
each month. The summary shall be submitted by electronic mad and be less than a
single page in length.
4.2.5 The Project Manager shall deliver a final report which will include the results of the
facility needs analysis, site selection study and Environmental Analysis.
4.3 — Feasibility /Needs Analysis Study
4.3.1 Consultant shall prepare a history of the proposed project, along with the needs for
and objectives of the project. This work shall include a discussion of the existing
transportation problems that the proposed facility will address.
4.3.2 Consultant shall detail the scope of the project and the project impact on the
surrounding community. Scope will include space programming that details the
necessary square footages by use, the estimated number of needed parking spaces
and bus bays, a draft floor plan, requirements of the project, and an overall analysis of
the proposed project.
4.3.3 Consultant shall research and review the travel needs of the city, county, and
surrounding areas. This will require looking into all practical operations of Jule transit,
its relation with other transit related projects and assessing the best location for
proposed project. The consultant will also review the impact of project on local travel
patterns. The review shall be based upon existing available data and be used to
examine impacts to average daily traffic and level of service. The consultant will work
with Dubuque Traffic Engineer and area metropolitan planning organization to
determine this impact.
4.3.4 Consultant shall meet with stakeholders and members of the community to determine
obligations, desires and opinions of the proposed project.
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4.3.5 Consultant shall develop a capitol construction project budget and facility operational
budget for the proposed facility.
4.4 — Site Selection Study
4.4.1 Consultant shall utilize the attached list of criteria (See Appendix E -BSMF Site
Selection Criteria) to determine, both qualitatively and quantitatively, potential sites
ranked according to criteria. The criteria list shall focus on site location and impact,
access, transportation requirements, functionality and environmental concerns.
4.4.2 Site location and impact criteria shall include site size, topography, site availability and
ownership, land use and zoning, proximity to downtown, visual presence, and any
other important factors identified by the consultant.
4.4.3 Transportation requirements criteria shall include pedestrian access, impact on
existing traffic, relationship to parking, proximity to railroad, vehicular access, impact
on existing transit routes, and any other important factors identified by the consultant.
4.4.4 Environmental concerns criteria shall include NEPA requirements, floodplain
constraints, historical importance, hazardous materials, conservation of land area, etc.
4.5 — Environmental Analysis Document
4.5.1 Consultant will develop an environmental analysis that discusses the environmental
impacts for the recommended alternate proposed for the project. The Environmental
Analysis shall be developed following the guidance of the attached environmental
checklist (See Appendix E). The supporting documentation shall be for a documented
Categorical Exclusion finding and include alternate locations and designs, different
characteristics with similar benefits, and do- nothing alternates.
4.5.2 Consultant shall prepare the documentation responding to the Environmental Checklist
to the standards deemed acceptable by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
4.6 — Schedule
It is the intent of the City that the project and completion of the study shall be
completed within three to four months after the signing of a professional service
agreement.
5.0 USE OF CITY RESOURCES
5.1 - Requesting Use of City Resources for Preparation of the RFQ Response
• All information requests shall be directed to the City's Project Manager as detailed in
Section 7.0 of this request for qualifications. All Consultants should note that directly
contacting other City of Dubuque staff or any of the Selection Committee members
shall be considered inappropriate and grounds for disqualification.
5.2 - Material Available for the RFQ Response
• Most current aerial photograph of the project area. A current aerial photograph of the
City of Dubuque is available in SID file format.
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5.3 - City Resources Available to the Consultant for use During the Project
• The City will make its ArcView GIS mapping and data analysis capabilities available
for this project. Digital aerial photos of the City of Dubuque were taken in the spring of
2009.
• The City will make staff contact /resources persons available in the Building Services,
Planning, GIS and Engineering Departments.
6.0 INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN THE PROPOSAL
The proposal should address all of the points outlined in this RFQ excluding any cost
information. The proposal should be prepared simply and economically, providing a straight-
forward, concise description of the Consultant's capabilities to satisfy the requirements of this
RFQ.
To simplify the review process and to obtain the maximum degree of comparability, the
proposal shall include the following information and shall be organized in the order and
manner specified below. While additional data may be presented, the following subjects
must be included. They represent the minimum criteria against which the proposal will be
evaluated.
Letter of Transmittal
Provide a letter of transmittal briefly outlining the Consultant's understanding of the work and
list the Project Manager's name, address, office telephone number, mobile telephone number
and email address. The name that is provided for the Project Manager will be used as the
primary contact person during the RFQ evaluation process.
Table of Contents
The proposal shall contain a table of contents that delineates each section and the
corresponding page number.
Profile of Firm
Provide general information about the Firm, along with its area of expertise and experience
as it relates to this RFQ. Describe the experience and success of the Firm in working on
similar projects. State the size of the Firm, the size of the Firm's professional staff, and the
location of the office from where the work on this project will be performed.
Discuss the Consultant's ability to integrate this project into their present workload. Include a
statement to specify if the Consultant currently has the capacity to undertake the project or
whether it intends to hire additional staff or partner with sub - consultants.
Scope of Services
Describe the means or strategy by which the Consultant would satisfy the scope of services
for the currently approved budget as listed in Section 4.0.
The Consultant may also choose to submit a second alternative or hybrid strategy with a
modified scope of services and revised budget that would improve the results of the project.
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Include a basic work plan that delineates the Consultant's approach to the completion of the
project. The work plan, at a minimum, should include those components outlined in Section 4
of this RFQ and how many trips to Dubuque are schedule and discuss the purpose of each
trip. The Consultant should indicate in the work plan those aspects that are expected to be
completed by City staff.
Highlight any parts of the work plan that will reflect the Consultant's unique philosophy or
insight regarding the approach to this project and how this approach positively impacts the
successful completion of the project.
Quality Assurance /Quality Control
As a part of the proposal, specifically describe the quality control process that will be used
throughout the project. List the amount of hours for each phase that will be dedicated to
QA /QC and describe how those hours will be spent. The City expects that the majority of the
QA /QC process will be performed by someone who is not an active member of the project
team.
Project Team Qualifications
Provide the names of all members of the project team associated with this project.
Specifically identify the supervisory and management staff including principals, the project
manager, and technical experts who would be assigned to this project. For each project
team member, provide a summary of their qualifications and experience. Specifically list any
successful experiences working on intermodal studies for municipalities similar to Dubuque.
Also include any relevant training and continuing education.
Include a flow chart that shows the communication path between the City and the Consultant.
Include all project team members on the flow chart and show the supervisory relationship
between all members of the team. Be sure to include all sub - consultant staff on the project
team flow chart. Describe the tasks each team member will be working on and estimate the
amount of time that will be devoted to the project by each staff person.
Provide the name and location of other sub - consulting firms that would be used by the
Consultant during the project and the approximate percentage and type of the work that
would be performed by each firm. Summarize the qualifications and experience of all sub -
consultant staff working on the project.
In submitting the proposal, the prospective Consultant is representing that each person listed
or referenced in the proposal shall be available to perform the services as described. The
project manager, principals, management, and other project team staff may be changed in
accordance with the requirements described in Appendix D, Section 3 - Substitution of
Project Team Members.
Provide at least 3 client references (include individual contact names and telephone
numbers) for similar projects that have been completed by the Consultant in the last five (5)
years. List the names of individuals on the project team proposed for the Dubuque project
who have worked on the client reference projects.
Understanding of Final Contract Terms
The Proposer should provide a statement that indicates they have read and understand
Appendix C — "City of Dubuque Contract Terms and Conditions ", and agree to include the
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clauses that are listed in Appendix C in the final signed contract. Any exceptions to the
Contract Terms and Conditions by the Consultant must be clearly stated in the submitted
proposal.
Certificate of Insurance
The Consultant should provide a statement indicating that they are able to meet the City's
insurance requirements for professional services. (See attached Insurance Schedule C —
Appendix D.) Submittal of insurance documents as part of this RFQ is not required.
Proposed Project Schedule
Provide a project schedule for each proposed strategy. Outline the time durations and
estimated completion dates for each major component of the proposed scope of work. The
schedule should list all deliverables that are required throughout the project.
Additional Required Submittals
Provide completed copies of all certification documents attached in Appendix E (see pages
39 -48).
Fees and Compensation
Following the Brooks Act, price will not be a determining factor in selecting a vendor,
however, please provided a detailed budget in a separate sealed envelope that will be
analyzed after a vendor is selected based on the attached criteria.
Provide a proposed fixed cost, plus reimbursable expenses budget for each strategy
proposed to complete the requested scope of services. Breakdown costs by major scope
element and also include a list of hourly rates for personnel assigned to the project.
Quotation of fees and compensation shall remain firm for a period of at least 90 days from the
RFQ submission deadline.
Remember to separate the proposed budget from the other portion of the RFQ submittal.
Initial screening will be done without knowing the Consultant's proposed fee for services.
7.0 PROPOSAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
If you have any questions concerning this Request for Qualifications, please submit your
requests to the City's designated Project Manager. The City has made considerable efforts
to ensure an accurate representation of information in this RFQ. Each Proposer is urged to
conduct its own investigations into the material facts provided.
No answers given in response to questions submitted shall be binding upon this RFQ unless
released in writing (letter or email) as an officially numbered and titled addendum to the RFQ
by the City of Dubuque.
Any questions concerning this RFQ must be received on or before 10:00 a.m. CDT on June
26, 2012. Any inquiries received after this date will not be answered. When submitting a
question to the Project Manager, please include the appropriate Consultant contact
information.
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From the date of issuance of the RFQ until final City action, the Proposer shall not discuss
the RFQ with or contact any other City of Dubuque staff or any of the Selection Committee
members except as expressly authorized by the City's Project Manager identified in this
section(Section 7.0). Violation of this restriction will be considered a violation of the rules and
be grounds for disqualification of the Consultant's proposal.
Project Manager contact information is as follows:
David J. Heiar
Project Manager
City of Dubuque
Economic Development Department
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
8.0 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Phone: 563.589.4393
E -mail: dheiar @cityofdubuque.org
Before submitting a proposal, each Consultant shall make all investigations and examinations
necessary to ascertain site conditions and requirements affecting the full performance of the
contract and to verify any representations made by the City upon which the Proposer will rely.
PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL INFORMATION
• Submittal Deadline: July 06, 2012 on or before 1:00 p.m. CST
• Submittal Location:
• Submittal Contact &
Mailing Address:
City of Dubuque
Economic Development Department
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001 -4864
Economic Development
City of Dubuque Economic Development
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque, Iowa 52001 -4864
• Submittal Copies: Eight (8) sets of the proposal shall be provided.
Submit one (1) original signed proposal, seven (7) copies and also an electronic pdf version,
all labeled Intermodal Transportation Center Site Selection Study and Environmental
Analysis.
Submitted proposals must be delivered in printed format with the exclusion of the one
required pdf version. The pdf version shall be submitted on a compact disk along with the
proposal hardcopies. No faxed or e-mail proposals will be accepted. The proposal must be a
document of not more than twelve (12) numbered 8 -1/2 x 11 -inch pages, with the exception
of the project schedule which may be presented in 11 x 17 -inch format, and not including the
letter of transmittal, index, dividers and the front and back covers, and the submitted
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certification documents in shown in Appendix E. Proposals should not include any pre-
printed or promotional materials. Any proposals exceeding 12 numbered pages will not
be considered.
Each addendum shall be acknowledged in the Letter of Transmittal by providing the
addendum number and title. Failure to acknowledge each addendum will be considered
grounds for possible disqualification. It is solely the Consultant's responsibility to ensure that
all addendums to this RFQ have been received before submitting the proposal.
The original proposal document shall be signed in blue ink by an officer of the Firm who is
authorized to legally bind the Consultant to the provisions in its proposal. Proposals are to
contain a statement indicating the period during which the proposal will remain valid. A
period of not less than ninety (90) calendar days from the proposal closing date is required.
Failure to comply with the above requirements shall be considered grounds for possible
disqualification.
Each Consultant assumes full responsibility for delivery and deposit of the completed
proposal package on or before the deadline. Any proposals received after the submittal
deadline will not be considered, and will be returned unopened to the Proposer. The City of
Dubuque is not responsible for any loss or delay with respect to delivery of the proposals.
The City of Dubuque is not liable for any costs incurred by any Consultant prior to the
execution of an agreement or contract, nor shall the City of Dubuque be liable for any costs
incurred by Firms that are not specified in any contract. All results from this project will
remain the property of the City of Dubuque.
Upon receiving this RFQ, we request that you complete the "Receipt of Qualifications
Acknowledgement" — "No Response Reply" information contained on the first page of this
document and return it to the City's Project Manager by regular mail or email so the City can
ensure that each Consultant has received this Request for Qualifications.
The City of Dubuque appreciates your time and consideration of this RFQ.
Sincerely,
David J. Heiar
Project Manager
Economic Development
City of Dubuque
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Bus Storage & Maintenance Facility
Site Selection Study and
Environmental analysis
City of Dubuque, Iowa
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Qualifications
June 04, 2012
Appendix A
Consultant Evaluation and Selection Process
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INITIAL EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be screened to ensure that they meet the minimum requirements of the
required format. A selection committee will review qualifying proposals and select Firms for
placement on the consultant short -list for the project. The following criteria in order of their
relative importance (most is first, least is last) will be used to initially evaluate submitted
proposals.
1. A high level of professional competence and a proven track record in the preparation
of intermodal transportation center studies or similar:
a. Qualifications and experience of the Consultant and any sub consultants.
b. Demonstration of the project team's professional expertise and technical
abilities.
c. If a joint venture with sub consultants, the track records of the Firms experience
working together.
d. Experience of the Consultant working on municipal projects.
e. Experience of the Consultant working on municipal projects in Iowa.
2. Design approach /methodology in completing scope of services such as:
a. Grasp of project requirements and level of interest in the project.
b. Creativity and problem solving ability.
c. Ability of Consultant team to demonstrate initiative, motivation and knowledge
as an indication of their desire to work with the City of Dubuque.
3. Proposed schedule required to complete project
4. Quality and completeness of the written proposal. The proposal should clearly
demonstrate understanding of the City's overall objectives for the intermodal
transportation center study.
CONSULTANT SHORT -LIST EVALUATION CRITERIA
A selection committee may choose to interview one or all of the short- listed Firms. Both the
original submitted proposal and the results of any Consultant interviews will be used to select
the final Consultant for the project. The following criteria in order of their relative importance
(most is first, least is last) will be used to evaluate Consultants on the short -list.
1. A high level of professional competence and a proven track record in the preparation
of intermodal transportation center studies or similar:
a. Qualifications and experience of the Consultant and any sub - consultants.
b. Demonstration of the project team's professional expertise and technical
abilities.
c. If a joint venture with sub - consultants, the track records of the Firms experience
working together.
d. Experience of the Consultant working on municipal projects.
e. Experience of the Consultant working on municipal projects in Iowa.
f. Experience of the project team working with the public and other project
stakeholders in preparing intermodal transportation center studies.
g. Overall success of past projects completed for the City of Dubuque.
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2. Design approach /methodology in completing scope of services such as:
a. Grasp of project requirements and level of interest in the project.
b. Creativity and problem solving ability.
c. Ability of Consultant team to demonstrate initiative, motivation and knowledge
as an indication of their desire to work with the City of Dubuque.
3. Proposed schedule required to complete project.
4. Responsiveness and compatibility between the Consultant and City:
a. General attitude and ability to communicate ideas clearly.
b. Willingness of the Consultant to maintain a high level of direct interaction and
communication with City staff.
c. Ability to listen, be flexible, and follow and /or implement direction and /or ideas
or concepts.
d. How the proposed Consultant team interact with the general public, project
staff, and public officials.
5. Quality and completeness of the written proposal. The proposal should clearly
demonstrate understanding of the City's overall objectives for the intermodal
transportation center study.
SELECTED CONSULTANT - FEE NEGOTIATION PROCESS
Upon the successful completion of the Consultant review process, the RFQ Selection
Committee will recommend to the City Manager or City Council, the awarding of a contract to
the highest ranked Consultant based a "best value" basis. Evaluation factors that are most
important to the City are quality of proposed personnel, experience performing similar scopes
of work and length of delivery schedule. The Selection Committee will also request authority
to negotiate with the recommended Consultant a final scope of work and fee structure for the
project.
After authority is granted to negotiate an agreement and execute a contract with a
Consultant, the Consultant shall prepare an industry standard Work Breakdown Structure
(WBS) to reflect the Firm's approach to the completion of the project. The WBS, at a
minimum, should include work tasks for each of the components outlined in the RFQ, a
separate line item for each deliverable, and list project management as a separate task. No
individual task on the WBS shall have a total value exceeding $4,000. The Consultant shall
indicate in the WBS the work tasks that will be completed by City staff.
The format of the WBS shall summarize the fixed fee for each task listed, plus individually list
in a separate section any associated reimbursable expenses that would specifically relate to
this project. An example WBS can be obtained from the City if desired.
Once the selected Consultant has prepared the WBS, the City and the Consultant will meet
and the final scope of work for the project will be negotiated by joint revision to the WBS in
order to best meet the goals of the project while considering available funding. During the
negotiation process, tasks to be completed by city staff, work reassignment to different
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project team members, and the addition or elimination of tasks may be modified on the WBS
in order to achieve the best overall results for project.
The selected Consultant shall be responsible for updating the WBS to reflect any changes
that were agreed to during negotiations. After the final scope of services has been
determined, a fee has been negotiated, and the WBS has been finalized, the Consultant shall
incorporate the WBS into the contract documents being prepared for signature.
If a contract satisfactory and advantageous to the City can be negotiated at a price
considered fair and reasonable, the award shall be made to that offerer. Otherwise,
negotiations with the offerer ranked first shall be formally terminated and negotiations
commenced with the Consultant ranked second, and so on until a contract can be negotiated
that is acceptable to the City.
Upon the successful completion of contract negotiations, the selection committee shall
recommend that the City Manager execute a contract with the successful Consultant. The
City Manager will in turn make a decision to execute the contract or request the Dubuque City
Council make a final determination to award and execute the contract with a Consultant.
Payment for Work: The Consultant awarded the contract shall have payment invoices
processed once monthly. The invoiced amount shall be based on the Earned Value of the
percent work completed as reported on the most recently updated and submitted WBS.
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THE CITY OF
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Qualifications
June 04, 2012
Appendix B
RFQ Rules and Protest Procedure
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MINOR IRREGULARITIES
The City reserves the right to waive minor irregularities in submitted proposals, providing such
action is in the best interest of the City. Minor irregularities are defined as those that have no
adverse effect on the City's best interests, and will not affect the outcome of the selection
process by giving the prospective Consultants an advantage or benefit not enjoyed by other
prospective Consultants.
EXCEPTIONS
Proposer exceptions to any part of the requirements stated in this request must be clearly
identified as exceptions and noted in the letter of transmittal and in the submitted project cost
estimate.
RANKING OF THE PROPOSALS
No debriefings or scoring information shall be released before the City Manager or City Council
has recommended that a contract be negotiated with the recommended Firm. However, after
authorization has been granted to negotiate a contract, all contents of the submitted proposals
shall become public information.
DEFINITIONS
The City has established for the purposes of this RFQ that the words "shall ", "must ", or "will"
are equivalent in this RFQ and indicate a mandatory requirement or condition, the material
deviation from which shall not be waived by the City. A deviation is material if, in the City's
sole discretion, the deficient response is not in substantial accord with this RFQ's mandatory
conditions requirements.
The words "should" or "may" are equivalent in this RFQ and indicate very desirable conditions,
or requirements but are permissive in nature. Deviation from, or omission of, such a desirable
condition or requirement will not in and of itself cause automatic rejection of a proposal, but
may result in being considered as not in the best interest of the City.
DISPUTES /EXCEPTIONS
See attached Protest Procedure.
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THE CITY OF
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Consultant Professional Services
Request for Qualifications
June 04, 2012
Appendix C
City of Dubuque Contract Terms and Conditions
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The following clauses shall be included in the final signed contract:
1. CONSULTANT'S ENDORSEMENT ON PLANS.
The Consultant shall endorse the completed computations prepared under this Agreement,
and shall affix thereto the seal of a licensed professional engineer, or licensed professional
architect, licensed to practice in the State of Iowa, in accordance with the current Code of
Iowa.
2. CHANGE IN SCOPE OF SERVICES.
No change in scope shall be permitted during this project without the prior written agreement of
both parties and the WBS being updated.
3. SUBSTITUTION OF PROJECT TEAM MEMBERS.
The Project Manager, partners, management, other supervisory staff and technical specialists
proposed for the project may be changed if those personnel leave the Consultant. These
personnel may also be changed for other reasons however, in either case, the City retains the
right to approve or reject the replacements and no replacements shall begin working on the
project without the express, prior written permission of the City of Dubuque.
4. INSURANCE.
Consultant shall at all times during the performance of this Agreement provide insurance as
required by the attached Insurance Schedule.
5. INDEMNIFICATION.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify and hold harmless the City
from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, including but not limited to
attorneys' fees, arising out of or resulting from performance of the Contract, provided that such
claim, damages, loss or expense is attributable to bodily injury, sickness, disease or death, or
injury to or destruction of property including loss of use resulting therefrom, but only to the
extent caused in whole or in part by negligent acts or omissions of the Consultant,
Consultant's subcontractor, or anyone directly or indirectly employed by Consultant or
Consultant subcontractor or anyone for whose acts Consultant or Consultant's
subcontractor may be liable, regardless of whether or not such claim, damage, loss or expense
is caused in part by a party indemnified hereunder.
6. TERMINATION.
City may terminate this agreement, with or without cause, upon providing 14 days written
notice to the Consultant.
7. ERRORS & OMISSIONS.
In the event that the work product prepared by the Consultant is found to be in error and
revision or reworking the work product is necessary, the Consultant agrees that it shall do
such revisions without expense to the City, even though final payment may have been
received. The Consultant must give immediate attention to these changes so there will be a
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minimum of delay during construction. The above and foregoing is not to be constructed as a
limitation of the City's right to seek recovery of damages for negligence on the part of the
Consultant herein.
8. OWNERSHIP OF ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS.
All sketches, tracings, plans, specifications, reports on special studies and other data prepared
under this Agreement shall become the property of the City and shall be delivered to the
Project Manager upon completion of the plans or termination of the services of the
Consultant. There shall be no restriction or limitations on their future use by the City, except
any use on extensions of the project or on any other project without written verification or
adaptation by the Consultant for the specific purpose intended will be the City's sole risk and
without liability or legal exposure to the Consultant.
The City acknowledges the Consultant's plans and specifications, including all documents on
electronic media, as instruments of professional service. Nevertheless, the plans and
specifications prepared under this Agreement shall become the property of the City upon
completion of the services and payment in full of all moneys due to the Consultant.
The City and the Consultant agree that any electronic files prepared by either party shall
conform to the specifications listed in Attachment _ of the contract. Any change to these
specifications by either the City or the Consultant is subject to review and acceptance by the
other party. Additional efforts by the Consultant made necessary by a change to the CADD
software specifications shall be compensated for Additional Services.
The City is aware that significant differences may exist between the electronic files delivered
and the respective construction documents due to addenda, change orders or other revisions.
In the event of a conflict between the signed construction documents prepared by the
Consultant and electronic files, the signed construction documents shall govern.
The City may reuse or make modifications to the plans and specifications, or electronic files
while agreeing to take responsibility for any claims arising from any modification or
unauthorized reuse of the plans and specifications.
9. SUBLETTING, ASSIGNMENT OR TRANSFER.
Subletting, assignment, or transfer of all or part of the interest of the Consultant in this
Agreement is prohibited unless written consent is obtained from the Engineer and approved by
the City.
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Masterpiece on the Mississippi
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Appendix D
Insurance Requirements
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Insurance Schedule C
shall furnish a signed Certificate of Insurance to the City of Dubuque, Iowa for the
coverage required in Exhibit I prior to commencing work and at the end of the project if the term of work is
longer than 60 days Providers presenting annual certificates shall present a Certificate at the end of
each project with the final billing Each Certificate shall be prepared on the most current ACORD form
approved by the Iowa Department of Insurance or an equivalent
2. All policies of insurance required hereunder shall be with a carrier authorized to do business in Iowa and
all carriers shall have a rating of A or better in the current A M Best's Rating Guide
3. Each Certificate shall be furnished to the contracting department of the City of Dubuque
4. Failure to provide minimum coverage shall not be deemed a waiver of these requirements by the City of
Dubuque Failure to obtain or maintain the required insurance shall be considered a material breach of
this agreement
5. Subcontractors and sub subcontractor performing work or service shall provide a Certificate of Insurance
in accord with Exhibit I
6. All required endorsements to various policies shall be attached to Certificate of insurance
7. Whenever a specific ISO form is listed, an equivalent form may be substituted subject to the provider
identifying and listing in writing all deviations and exclusions that differ from the ISO form
8. Provider shall be required to carry the minimum coverage /limits, or greater if required by law or other legal
agreement, in Exhibit I
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Insurance Schedule C (continued)
Exhibit 1
A) COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY
General Aggregate Limit
Products - Completed Operations Aggregate
Personal and Advertising Injury Limit
Each Occurrence
Fire Damage Limit (any one occurrence)
Medical Payments
$2,000,000
Limit$1,000,000
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
$ 50,000
$ 5,000
a) Coverage shall be written on an occurrence, not claims made, form All deviations from the
standard ISO commercial general liability form CG 0001, or Business owners form BP 0002,
shall be clearly identified
b) Include ISO endorsement form CG 25 04 "Designated Location(s) General Aggregate Limit"
or CG 25 03 "Designated Construction Project (s) General Aggregate Limit" as appropriate
c) Include endorsement indicating that coverage is primary and non - contributory
d) Include endorsement to preserve Governmental Immunity (Sample attached)
e) Include additional insured endorsement for
The City of Dubuque, including all its elected and appointed officials, all its employees
and volunteers, all its boards, commissions and /or authorities and their board members,
employees and volunteers
using ISO form CG 20 10 Ongoing operations
B) AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY $1,000,000 (Combined Single Limit)
C) WORKERS' COMPENSATION & EMPLOYERS LIABILITY
Coverage A
Coverage B
a)
b)
Statutory —State of Iowa
Employers Liability
Each Accident
Each Employee - Disease
Policy Limit - Disease
$100,000
$100,000
$500,000
Policy shall include an endorsement providing a waiver of subrogation to the City of
Dubuque
Coverage B limits shall be greater if required by Umbrella Carrier
D) UMBRELLA LIABILITY
E) PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY
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$1,000,000
$1,000,000
Preservation of Governmental Immunities Endorsement
1. Nonwaiver of Governmental Immunity. The insurance carrier expressly agrees and states
that the purchase of this policy and the including of the City of Dubuque, Iowa as an
Additional Insured does not waive any of the defenses of governmental immunity available
to the City of Dubuque, Iowa under Code of Iowa Section 670.4 as it is now exists and as it
may be amended from time to time.
2. Claims Coverage. The insurance carrier further agrees that this policy of insurance shall
cover only those claims not subject to the defense of governmental immunity under the
Code of Iowa Section 670.4 as it now exists and as it may be amended from time to time.
Those claims not subject to Code of Iowa Section 670.4 shall be covered by the terms and
conditions of this insurance policy.
3. Assertion of Government Immunity. The City of Dubuque, Iowa shall be responsible for
asserting any defense of governmental immunity, and may do so at any time and shall do
so upon the timely written request of the insurance carrier.
4. Non - Denial of Coverage. The insurance carrier shall not deny coverage under this policy
and the insurance carrier shall not deny any of the rights and benefits accruing to the City
of Dubuque, Iowa under this policy for reasons of governmental immunity unless and until a
court of competent jurisdiction has ruled in favor of the defense(s) of governmental
immunity asserted by the City of Dubuque, Iowa.
No Other Change in Policy. The above preservation of governmental immunities shall not
otherwise change or alter the coverage available under the policy.
SPECIMEN
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Appendix E
Supplemental Documentation
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GUIDANCE FOR PREPARING AN ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
Analysis of criteria to Support a documented Categorical Exclusion (CE)
Finding in accordance with 23 CFR Part 771.117.
GRANT NO.
GRANTEE
Please include the following information with the Environmental Analysis:
SECTION 1: State the need for and provide a description of the proposed action. This
Section can include the Facility Feasibility documentation as described in FTA Circulars
9030 and 9300. This Section should also include a description of alternatives to the proposed
action.
SECTION 2: Environmental Impacts Analysis Checklist
SECTION 3: List of Agencies and Persons Consulted
SECTION 1:
Please refer to the Feasibility Study guidance described in FTA Circulars 9030 and 9300. Provide
a concise history of the proposed project. Please discuss the need for and purpose of the project.
In accordance to the Feasibility Study guidance, please briefly discuss the alternatives and their
environmental impacts to the proposed project that were studied. (Alternatives that should be
discussed include alternative locations and designs; alternatives with different characteristics but
that may achieve similar benefits and are preferable from an environmental standpoint, and the
do- nothing alternative.) Describe the scope of the project, including project elements that will
mitigate or enhance the project's effect upon the environment. Please provide a map showing
land use, zoning, and any structures on the proposed project site and in the immediate vicinity of
the site. Evaluate access, floodplain, drainage, sewer and water retention issues, topography and
grading issues, facility linkages and economic factors such as likely fair market value, and
eventual public ownership. Please provide an estimate of the facility's useful life and basis for the
estimate.
It is important to describe the transit components of the project proposed for FTA funding and if
there are any "non- transit" components to the project, these also need to be described along with
their funding sources. Please provide the project components in square footage estimates.
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Determine the site's suitability for construction of a transit facility and the approximate costs of
constructing the desired improvements. Appraisals are required for any property proposed for
donation, purchase, or lease. Please state if the property's value will be used as local funding used
as match to Federal funds." No property commitment such as donation, lease, or acquisition can
occur before the environmental process is complete. The environmental process culminates with a
finding by the FT A.
If you procure consultant services for a Feasibility Study and /or for environmental reviews and
documentation, make sure you advertize, take competitive quotes in a fair and open procurement
and document the "how /why" of the consultant selection.
For more complete guidance on the construction of your facility, please see the following web link
for access to FT_A's Construction Project management Handbook, April 2007.
http://www.fta.dot.gov/documents/Construct Proj lvIangmntC D.pdf
SECTION 2:
Provide a detailed environmental impact analysis and determination of significant impact for each of the
areas in the following "Environmental Impact Analysis Checklist." Please note that just one sentence
stating there is significant impact or there is no significant impact to the area under consideration, is not
sufficient. Provide the basis for the determination of significant impact and properly justify your
decision. Consult planners, engineers, ecologists. FElv1A. SHPOs, zoning officials. DNR. U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service, and Corps of Engineers as necessary to gain supportive information, and properly
document each individual area.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ANALYSIS CHECKLIST
A. CONSISTENCY WITH LOCAL AND STATE PLANS INCLUDING LONG
RANGE TRANSPORTATION PLAN AND STATE TRANSPORTATION
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM:: The comprehensive plan and other specific land
use plans for the local area should be briefly described as they pertain and support
the proposed project.
If the transit project is within an urbanized area, please ensure the project is
included in the Metropolitan Planning Organization's (MPO) Long Range
Transportation Plan (LRTP) as well as the State Transportation Improvement
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Program (STIP). FTA includes STIP documentation as part of the grant
application process. The STIP program page number that includes the Federal
funding for the proposed project and the STIP approval date need to be entered in
TEAM as part of the grant application process.
B. LAND USE AND ZONING: Description of zoning, if applicable. Note if the site is
zoned for the proposed use of the facility. If the site needs to be re- zoned, has the re-
zoning been completed prior to the environmental impact analysis? Attach a map
or diagram, which identifies the location of the site and the surrounding land use.
Provide evidence that the project is compatible with surrounding land uses and
zoning issues. This is to identify any sensitive noise receptors such as school,
hospital, or residences.
C. LAND ACQUISTIONS & RELOCATIONS REQUIRED: Describe land
acquisitions and displacements of businesses and dwelling units. Describe the
impact on businesses and residences and the relocations required for the project.
Provide size of project site in terms of acreage or square footage. The grantee needs
to acknowledge that all Federal land acquisition and relocation requirements will be
met.
Discuss if land value is available for local match and if land value will be used for
local matching funds.
D. COnMnMUNITY DISRUPTION and ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE: Describe the
impacts to the local community and the effects (positive or negative) of the proposed
project. Identify those areas of the community, if any that have been disrupted or
displaced or those segments of community that have been isolated. Identify any
opposition to the project.
E. NOISE/WATER/AIR QUALITY/HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: Describe if the
project will involve significant noise, water, or air quality impacts and describe the
effects of each of these. Provide a basis for this determination and address any
increase in noise or water or air quality issues. Also describe what steps have been
taken to determine if any hazardous materials exist on the site and how their
existence will be mitigated.
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F. IMPACTS ON WETLANDS: Describe the project's impact on nearby wetlands
and associated wildlife resulting from both construction and operations of the
project and measures to minimize adverse impacts and to avoid any disturbance of
wetlands and the water resources supplying them. Provide information on location,
type, and extent of wetlands that may be affected by the proposed action. Consult
with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Corps of Engineers, or the State Wildlife or
Natural Resources agency as needed. A detailed analysis is required if proposed
project is located in or near a wetland.
G. FLOODING InMPACTS: Address possible flooding of the proposed project site and
flooding induced by the proposed project site. A detailed analysis is not required if
the proposed project is not located within a floodplain and does not involve changes
in the existing pattern of water runoff. A determination should be made if the
project is located within the 100 -year flood plain. Also, state if to your knowledge, if
the site has ever flooded.
H. InMPACTS ON NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS & COASTAL ZONES: Provide
detailed analysis if the project affects navigation or is located within or affecting a
navigable waterway.
IMPACTS ON ECOLOGICALLY-SENSITIVE AREAS: Describe woodlands,
prairies, marshes, bogs, lakes, streams, scenic areas, landforms, and geological
formations, and pristine natural areas, which may be affected by the project.
Consult the local department of natural resources to determine whether such an
area exists on or near the proposed project site.
J. IMPACTS ON ENDANGERED SPECIES: Review the list of threatened and
endangered fauna and flora published by the U.S. Department of Interior and
consult with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the National marine Fisheries
Service, or other appropriate agencies.
K. TRAFFIC AND PARKING InMPACTS: Determine the proposed uses and develop
a site plan and facility layout to assess if parking, access, and circulation are
adequate given mandated setbacks from local zoning and subdivision ordinances.
Describe potential traffic impacts; including, whether the existing roadways have
adequate capacity to handle increased bus and other vehicular traffic. Changes to
traffic patterns, traffic volumes, and supply of parking should be evaluated for
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possible negative impacts. The traffic analysis should evaluate impacts on adjacent
streets and the impact on the total street system. If parking is being eliminated, an
analysis should be conducted to determine the impacts of such an action.
L. IMPACTS ON ENERGY: Evaluate the impacts to energy consumption and the
possible opportunities to conserve energy. The grantee agrees to perform an energy
assessment for any building constructed, reconstructed, or modified with FTA
assistance, as provided in FTA regulations, "Requirements for Energy
Assessments," -49 C.F.R. Part 622, Subpart C.
M. HISTORIC PROPERTIES AND PARKLANDS: Evaluate the impacts to historic
properties and parklands. Coordinate with the State Historic Preservation Officer
(SHPO) and describe any natural, cultural, recreational, historic or other resource
that might be located in the vicinity of the proposed project and if the project will
have a significant impact on the resources. No further action is required if the
SHPO determines the project will not affect any sites presently included in the
National Register. However, if the project does have an impact, a detailed analysis
is required to support the project and FTA, in coordination with the SHPO, will
make a determination if the project poses a significant risk. The grantee will need
to meet the requirements of: -40 U.S.C. 303 (Section - 4(f)): Parks, Recreation Areas,
Wildlife and Waterfowl Refuges, and Historic Sites and 16 U. S. C. -470f (Section
106): Protection of Historic Properties in accordance with the standards of 36
C.F.R. 800. -1(d), and in compliance with 36 C.F.R. 800.11.
N. IMPACTS CAUSED BY CONSTRUCTION: Identify the construction plan and
describe impacts due to noise, utility disruption, debris and spoil disposal, air and
water quality, safety and security, access and distribution of traffic, erosion, and
dust control. Erosion of soil resulting from construction must be addressed and
measures identified to eliminate or reduce the off -site transport of sediment.
O. VISUAL IMPACTS: Evaluate the visual impacts of the project on the surrounding
community. Identify line of sight impacts, aesthetics, view obstructions, pedestrian
movements, and historical impacts.
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P.
Q.
IMPACTS ON SAFETY AND SECURITY: Describe the measures that would be
taken to provide for the safe and secure operation of the project after its
construction.
InMPACTS ON SECONDARY DEVELOPMENT: Describe the secondary
development that may result because of the project.
R. FARMLAND CONVERSION: Provide verification that any farmland conversion
resulting from the project does not take property designated as prime farmland.
S. PUBLIC INVOLVEnMENT AND PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: Please document
public involvement in the process of site selection and the proposed facility use
determination. The public notice should briefly describe the project, describe the
location, and include the opportunity for a public hearing. Attach a copy of the
public notice(s). Confirm project is included in the State Transportation
Improvement Program.
SECTION 3:
Provide a list of the governmental agencies and the individual consulted during the environmental
analysis. Any public information techniques employed should be described in this section. Provide
concurrence letters from the Department of Natural Resources. Corps of Engineers. State Historical
Preservation Office and any other office as applicable to the project.
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PROTEST PROCEDURE
Specifications:
Anyone wishing to file a protest concerning the specifications must do so in writing. The City
of Dubuque, must receive the written protest by . The City of Dubuque
will issue its written decision on the protest by . If anyone wishes to
appeal the specification or approved equal or clarifications decision of the City of Dubuque,
they must file the protest in writing to the Iowa Department of Transportation. The Iowa
Department of Transportation must receive the written appeal, by . A
concurrent letter on the protest must be sent to the City of Dubuque. The Department of
Transportation will issue its written decision on any timely protest by . If
the Iowa Department of Transportation upholds the protest, the award of bid will be withheld
until a solution is determined and the price bid by all firms will be held valid until that time.
Bid Award:
Anyone wishing to file a protest concerning the award of bid must do so in writing. The City
of Dubuque must receive this written protest no more than five working days after the bid
award on . The City of Dubuque will issue its written decision on the
protest by . If anyone wishes to protest the City of Dubuque's decision,
they must submit such protest in writing to the Iowa Department of Transportation. The Iowa
Department of Transportation must receive this written protest by . A
concurrent letter on the protest must be sent to the City of Dubuque. The Department of
Transportation will issue its written decision on any timely protest by . Any
further appeal at the state level must be in accordance with Chapter 17A of the Code of
Iowa.
A protester must exhaust all administrative remedies with the City of Dubuque and
then the Iowa DOT before pursuing a protest with the Federal Transit Administration
(FTA). Reviews of any protest filed with FTA will be limited to review of whether the
City of Dubuque or the IDOT, as the Grantee, failed to have or follow its protest
procedures, or failed to review a complaint or protest. An appeal to FTA must be
received by the cognizant FTA Regional (901 Locust Street, Suite 404, Kansas City,
Missouri 64106) or Headquarters Office within five working days of the date the
protester knew or should have known of the violation. Any protest filed with FTA
shall also be sent simultaneously to the City of Dubuque and the Office of Public
Transit of the IDOT. Any allegation that a violation of Federal law or regulation may
have occurred shall be handled by the complaint process stated within that law or
regulation. Violations of State or local law or regulations will be handled under the
jurisdiction of Iowa or local authorities.
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Form 020081wd
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Iowa Department of Transportation
NON - COLLUSION BIDDING CERTIFICATION
1 here swear (or affirm) under the penalty for perjury:
1. That I am the bidder (if the bidder is an individual), a partner in the bid (if the bidder is a
partnership), or an officer or employee of the bidding corporation having authority to sign
on its behalf (if the bidder is a corporation);
2. That the attached bid or bids have been arrived at by the bidder independently and have
been submitted without collusion and without any agreement, understanding, or planned
common course of action with any other vendor or materials, supplies, equipment, or
services described in the invitation to bid, designed to limit independent bidding or
competition.
3. That the contents of the bid or bids have not been communicated by the bidder or its
employees or agents to any person not an employee or agent of the bidder or its surety
on any bond furnished with the bid or bids, and will not be communicated to any such
person prior to the official opening of the bid or bids; and
4. That I have fully informed myself regarding the accuracy of the statements made in the
affidavit.
Signature
Firm Name
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
My commission expires
Bidder's E.I. Number
day of , 20
Notary Public
, 20
Number Used on Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return
CERTIFICATION OF DISADVANTAGED
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BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) PARTICIPATION GOAL
The Bidder must certify that it:
A) Will meet the DBE goal of 0.45 %, or
B) That it will not meet the 0.45% goal
A) 0.45% Goal Attainment Certification.
Date
Signature
Title
Company Name
B) Certification of inability to meet 0.45% Goal and Good Faith Efforts
The bidder certifies that it is able to meet % DBE participation
Date
Signature
Title
Company Name
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Form 020087wd
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Iowa Department of Transportation
IOWA TRANSIT VENDOR / SERVICE PROVIDER CERTIFICATION
REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION AND
OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS
(For Contracts With $25,000 or Greater Value)
The as a participant
(Name of Vendor)
in a FTA grant, certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief, that it and its principals:
1. Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any Federal department or agency;
2. Have not within a three -year period preceding this quote 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 statues or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or
destruction or records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property;
3. Are not presently indicated for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a government
entity (Federal, State, or local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in
paragraph (2) of this certification; and
4. Have not within a three-year period preceding this application / quote had one or more
public transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause of default.
(If the transit vendor or service provider is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification,
the vendor /service provider shall attach an explanation of this certification.)
The certifies or affirms the
(Name of Vendor or Service Provider)
truthfulness and accuracy of the contents of the statements submitted on or with this certification
and understands that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. Sections 3801 Et. Seq. are hereby applicable.
Date: By:
(Name)
Title
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Iowa Department of Transportation
CERTIFICATION
OF
RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING
(for contracts or subcontracts with $100,000 or more value)
The undersigned (contractor) certifies, to the best of his /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 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 making
lobbying contacts to 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 it's instruction as amended by government -wide guidance for new
restrictions on lobbying 61 Fed. Reg. 1413(1/19/96).
(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all
sub awards at all tiers (including subcontracts, sub grants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative
agreements) and that all sub recipients 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 certificate is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction
imposed by 31 USC 1352. 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.
The Contractor, , certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of
each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands and agrees that
the provisions of 31 USC 3801, et. seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any.
Signature of Contractor's Authorized Official
Name and Title of Contractor's Authorized Official
Date
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1. Energy Conservation Requirements
The successful bidder shall comply with mandatory standards and policies relating to energy efficiency
that are contained in the State Energy Conservation Plan issued pursuant to the Energy Policy and
Conservation Act.
2. Access to Records and Reports Requirements
In accordance with 49 CFR 18.36(1), the Contractor and any vendor acting on its behalf in this
solicitation agree to provide the Iowa Public Transit System awarding a contract, the Iowa Department
of Transportation, the FTA Administrator, the Comptroller General of the United States or any of their
authorized representatives access to any books, documents, papers and records of the Contractor
which are directly pertinent to any contract awarded pursuant to this solicitation for the purposes of
making audits, examinations, excerpts and transcriptions. Contractor also agrees, pursuant to 49 CFR
Part 633.17, to provide the FTA Administrator or his authorized representatives, including any Program
Management Oversight (PMO) contractor, access to Contractor's records and construction sites
pertaining to a major capital project, as defined at 49 U.S.C. 5302 (a)1, which is receiving federal
financial assistance through the programs described at 49 U.S.C. section 5307, 5309, or 5311.
The Contractor agrees to permit any of the parties described in the preceding paragraph to reproduce
by any means whatsoever or to copy excerpts and transcriptions as reasonably needed.
The Contractor /EM agrees to maintain all books, records, accounts and reports required under any
contract awarded pursuant to this solicitation for a period of not Tess than three years after the date of
termination or expiration of this contract, except in the event of litigation or settlement of claims arising
from the performance of this contract, in which case Contractor agrees to maintain same until the
Purchaser, the Iowa DOT, the FTA Administrator, the Comptroller General, or any of their duly
authorized representatives, have disposed of all such litigation, appeals, claims or exceptions related
thereto. Reference 49 CFR 18.39(1)(11).
3. Federal Changes
The Contractor or vendor thereof agrees to comply with all applicable FTA regulations, policies,
procedures and directives, including without limitation those listed directly or by reference in the Master
Agreement (Form FTA MA (6) dated October, 1999) between the Purchaser and FTA, as they may be
amended or promulgated from time to time during the term of this contract. Contractor's failure to
comply shall constitute a material breach of this contract.
4. No Federal Government Obligation to Third Parties
The Contractor acknowledges and agrees that, notwithstanding any concurrence by the Federal
Government in or approval of the solicitation or award of the underlying contract, absent the express
written consent by the Federal Government, the Federal Government is not a party to this contract and
shall not be subject to any obligations or liabilities to the Purchaser, Contractor or any other party
(whether or not a party to that contract) pertaining to any matter resulting from the underlying contract.
Any vendor or FSM submitting a bid or quote agrees to include the paragraph /provision above in each
subcontract financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed
that the provision shall not be modified, except to identify the subcontractor who will be subject to this
provision.
5. Program Fraud and False or Fraudulent Statements and Related Acts
(1)Contractor's or vendors submitting a bid on their behalf are obliged to comply with the provisions of
the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986, as amended, at 31 U.S.C.Section 3801 et seq, and
U.S. DOT regulations "program Fraud Civil Remedies," 49 CFR, Part 31. Upon execution of the
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underlying contract (accepting a contract awarded pursuant to this solicitation), the contractor certifies
or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of any statement it has made, it makes, it may make, or causes
to be made, pertaining to the underlying contract or the FTA assisted project for which this contract is
being manufactured or work is being performed. In addition to other penalties that may be applicable,
the Contractor further acknowledges that if it makes or causes to be made, a false, fictitious, or
fraudulent claim, statement, submission, or certification, the federal Government reserves the right to
impose the penalties of the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986 on the Contractor to the extent
the Federal Government deems appropriate.
(2) The Contractor also acknowledges that if it makes, or causes to be made, a false, fictitious, or
fraudulent claim, statement, submission, or certification to the Federal Government under a
contract connected with a project that is financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance
originally awarded by FTA under the authority of 49 U.S.C. Section 5307, the Government
reserves the right to impose the penalties of 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 and 49 U.S.C. Section
5307(n)(1) on the Contractor, to the extent the Federal Government deems appropriate.
(3) The Contractor agrees to include the clauses delineated as (1) and (2) above in each subcontract
financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed that the
clauses shall not be modified except to identify the subcontractor who will be subject to the provisions.
6. Termination
Termination for Convenience (General Provision)
Any transit system/ Purchaser that awards a purchase contract incorporating this provision may
terminate such contract, in whole or in part, at any time by written notice to the Contractor when it is in
the Transit System's /Government's best interest. The Contractor shall be paid its cost, including
contract close -out costs, and profit on work performed up to the time of termination. The Contractor
shall promptly submit its termination claim to the Transit System(or other Purchaser) to be paid to the
Contractor. If the Contractor has any property in its possession belonging to a Purchaser, the
Contractor will account for such property and return or dispose of such property as directed by and at
the cost of the Purchaser. .be paid its costs
(1) Termination for Default[Breach or Cause](General Provision)
If the Contractor does not deliver a bus(es) as per the terms of this solicitation or any contract awarded
thereof in accordance with the contract delivery schedule, or , if the contract is for services , the
Contractor fails to perform in the manner called for in the contract, or if the Contractor fails to comply
with any other provisions of the contract, the Purchaser may terminate his contract for default.
Termination shall be effected by serving a notice of termination on the contractor setting forth the
manner in which the Contractor is in default. The Contractor will only be paid the contract price for
supplies delivered and accepted, or services performed in accordance with the manner of performance
set forth in the contract.
If it is later determined by the Purchaser that the Contractor had an excusable reason for not
performing, such as a strike, fire, or flood, events which are not the fault of or are beyond the control of
the Contractor, the Purchaser, after setting up a new delivery or performance schedule, may allow the
Contractor to continue work, or treat the termination as a termination for convenience.
(2) Opportunity to Cure General Provision
The Purchaser in its sole discretion may in the case of termination for breach or default, allow the
Contractor a specified period of time in which to cure the defect. In such case, the notice of termination
will state the time period in which cure is permitted and other appropriate conditions.
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If the Contractor fails to remedy to Purchaser's satisfaction the breach or default or any of the terms
covenants, or conditions of the Contract within ten (10) business days after receipt by Contractor or
written notice from the Purchaser setting forth the nature of said breach or default, Purchaser shall
have the right to terminate the Contract without any further obligation to the Contractor. Any such
termination for default shall not in any way operate to preclude the Purchaser from also pursuing all
available remedies against Contractor and its sureties for said breach or default.
7. Government -wide Debarment and Suspension
Each bidder must submit an appropriately prepared, and signed certification regarding any debarment
action or other factors relevant to the firm's, or any its principal's, eligibility to participate in federally
funded projects. By signing and submitting this bid or quote, the prospective lower tier participant.
8. Civil Rights Requirements
(1) Nondiscrimination — In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act as amended, 42 U.S.C.
Section 2000d, Section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C, Section
6102, Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. Section 12132, and
Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. Section 5332, the Contractor agrees that it will not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, national origin,
sex, age, or disability. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with applicable Federal
implementing regulations and other implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(2) Equal Employment Opportunity: Contractors, or vendors thereof, submitting bids must be an equal
opportunity employer as defined in the Rights Act of 1964 and in Iowa Executive Order Number
Fifteen. The successful bidder in accepting the offer of a purchase contract under terms of this
solicitation certifies that its officials shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of race, religion, color, sex, disability, or national origin. The successful
bidder shall also take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed, and that employees
are treated during their employment, without regard to their race, religion, color, sex, disability, or
national origin. The following requirements apply to the underlying contract:
(a) Race, Color, Creed, National Origin, Sex - In accordance with title VII of the Civil Rights Act, as
amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000e, and Federal transit laws at 49 U.S.C. Section 53432, the
Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity requirements of U.S.
Department of Labor (U >S> DOL) regulations, "Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs,
Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor, " 41 CFR Parts 60 et seq. (that implement
Executive Order No. 11246, Equal Employment Opportunity as amended by Executive Order No.
11375, "amending Executive Order 11246 relating to Equal Employment Opportunity, " 42 U.S.C.
Section 2000e note) , and with any applicable Federal statutes, executive orders, regulations and
Federal policies that may affect manufacturing activities undertaken in the course of producing the
buses being purchased. The Contractor agrees to take such affirmative actions as may be
necessary to ensure compliance. These actions shall include, but shall not be limited to , the
following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising,
layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. In addition the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing
requirements FTA may issue.
(b) Age — In accordance with Section 4 of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as
amended, 29 U.S.C. Section 623 and Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. Section 5332, the Contractor
agrees to refrain form discrimination against present and prospective employees for reason of age.
In addition, the contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(c) Disabilities — In accordance with Section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42
U.SS.C. Section 12112, the Contractor ag4rees that it will comply with the requirements of the U.S.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, " Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment
Provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, " 29 CFR part 1630, pertaining to employment of
persons with disabilities. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing
requirements FTA may issue.
(3) The Contractor also agrees that it shall include these requirements in each subcontract financed in
whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA, modified only if necessary to identify the
affected parties
9. Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Requirements (DBE) and Certification of Participation
(Certificate attached shall be completed and submitted with bid)
Refer to: http: / /www.ia.bidx.com /lettings /dbealpha.pdf for list of DBE contractors
Each bidder shall comply with all rules and regulations promulgated by the Federal
Transit Administration of the U.S. DOT regarding participation of Disadvantaged Business
Enterprises in contracting opportunities created by any contract awarded under this solicitation.
Contract Assurance ( §26.13) - The contractor 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.
Prompt Payment ( §26.29) - The prime contractor agrees to pay each subcontractor under this prime
contract for satisfactory performance of its contract no later than [specify number] days from the
receipt of each payment the prime contractor receives from [Name of recipient]. The prime
contractor agrees further to return retainage payments to each subcontractor within [specify the
same number as above] days after the subcontractor's work is satisfactorily completed. Any delay
or postponement of payment from the above referenced time frame may occur only for good cause
following written approval of the [Name of Recipient]. This clause applies to both DBE and non -DBE
subcontractors.
The vendor shall make a good faith effort to assure that small minority -owned and woman owned
business enterprises are used as sources of supplies, equipment, construction, and services as
much as possible. The rehabilitation services vendor awarded a contract shall take all the following
affirmative action steps. Each vendor's bid shall identify the anticipated level of participation by
DBE's in the project.
10. State and Local Law Disclaimer
The use of many of the clauses delineated herein to comply with Federal requirements may be
significantly affected by State law. In the event that the Code of Iowa may contain requirements
that are not precluded by federal statute, state law or local shall be applicable. If the Contractor has
reason to believe that any discrepancy exists between local, state, or federal requirements, it is
incumbent on the Contractor to request in writing that a determination be made and issued by the
Procurement Administrator to resolve any such discrepancy.
11. Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Terms
The preceding provisions include, in part, certain Standard Terms and conditions required by DOT,
whether or not expressly set forth in the provisions of this solicitation. All contractual provisions
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required by DOT, as set forth in FTA circular 4220.1D, dated April 15, 1996, are hereby
incorporated by reference. Anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding, all FTA mandated
terms shall be deemed to control in the event of a conflict with other provisions contained in this
solicitation or contract awarded thereof. The Contractor shall not perform any act, fail to perform
any act, or refuse to comply with any requests made by the Transit Agency, other participating Iowa
public transit systems, or the Iowa DOT which would cause any of these parties to be in violation of
FTA terms and conditions.
12. Non - Collusion Bidding Certification: (Certificate attached shall be completed and submitted
with bid
Each bidder is required to submit properly prepared and signed Non - Collusion Bidding Certification as
part of any bid submission pursuant to this solicitation.
Certification of Compliance with Bid Specifications and Federal Provisions
By (Signature Required)
Type or Print Signatory's Name
Title
Company
Address
City, State Zip
Phone
Fax
E -Mail:
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