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HomeMy WebLinkAbout921173.tiff RESOLUTION RE: APPROVE INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC. , AND AUTHORIZE CHAIRMAN TO SIGN WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board has been presented with an Inmate Telephone Service Agreement between U S West Communications, Inc. , and Weld County, Colorado, to continue in effect for a period of three years, with the further terms and conditions being as stated in said agreement, and WHEREAS, after review, the Board deems it advisable to approve said agreement, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the Inmate Telephone Service Agreement between U S West Communications, Inc. , and Weld County, Colorado, be, and hereby is, approved. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board that the Chairman be, and hereby is, authorized to sign said agreement. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 14th day of December, A.D. , 1992. 4 if j, 41 v BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ATTEST: 4i✓VG C y( WELD COU TY, COLORADO./-------- Weld County Clerk to the Board Ge Kenn dy, hairman BY: (1) �e-wL _. ` c Deputy C rk to the Board Constance L. Harbert, ro-Tem APPROVED AG TO FORM: /57-41.7/ �� C. W. Kir ir // County Attorney Gor . ac W. H. Webster 921173 nanoc4 rC DP, as Lo Contract No. -SC'I P).42/4'5'—OD C, ,; ''INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT CI ER',. TW$I-AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC. (hereinafter "USWC") , a Colorado corporation, fdba THE MOUNTAIN STATES TELEPHONE AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY, and WELD COUNTY, Colorado (hereinafter "Space Provider") . 1. TERM. Inmate telephone service shall commence the /I" 1'X day of ./Yetc'.,J.:, , 1992 , and shall continue in effect for a period of three (3) years. This Agreement may be automatically extended or renewed by mutual written consent of the parties. In the event this Agreement is neither extended or renewed, and service continues to be provided to Space Provider, this Agreement shall continue on a month-to-month basis under the same terms and conditions unless terminated by either party upon thirty (30) days written notice. 2 . SCOPE OF AGREEMENT. Space Provider has a location or locations within USWC's telecommunications service area which are or will be available during the term of this Agreement for the placement of inmate telephones. This Agreement applies to inmate telephones currently installed and to future installations. Contracts now existing between USWC and Space Provider for inmate telephone service are superseded by this Agreement. USWC agrees to provide its standard inmate line telephones and enclosures. USWC retains the right to establish rates for inmate services. 3 . RESPONSIBILITY OF USWC. USWC agrees to: 3 . 1. Install inmate telephones, associated equipment, wiring, hardware, and enclosures at locations mutually agreed upon by both parties. 3 . 2 . Jointly determine with Space Provider the appropriate number and type of inmate telephones and enclosures to be installed at each location. 3 . 3 . Service and repair inmate telephones and associated equipment provided by USWC, at USWC's expense, except as otherwise agreed upon herein. 4. RESPONSIBILITY OF SPACE PROVIDER. Space Provider agrees to: 4. 1. Provide adequate space for inmate telephones and enclosures which is easily accessible to the inmates during the normal operating hours of Space Provider. In the event Space Provider is not the owner of the premises, Space Provider shall, where necessary, obtain permission from the building owner or owner's agent for the placement of USWC's inmate telephones, and INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 1 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) 921173 shall be responsible for any fees for use of required riser cable and electric power. 4 .2 . Maintain the area around the inmate telephones and enclosures and ensure safe and ready access by the inmates and USWC. 4 . 3 . Allow USWC access to perform maintenance during the established hours of accessibility jointly agreed to by Space Provider and USWC, except when accessibility must be denied to ensure the safety of USWC service personnel and/or to maintain institutional control. 4 . 4 . Exercise reasonable care to prevent the loss through theft and any damage to the inmate telephones from any source. 4 .5. Space Provider may, at its option, purchase and provide enclosures at their own expense for inmate telephones. In the event Space Provider elects to provide enclosures, Space Provider shall be responsible for installation and maintenance of said enclosures. 4 . 6. Space Provider warrants that it has the authority to enter into this Inmate Telephone Service Agreement with USWC. Space Provider further warrants that the inmate telephones as mentioned in Schedule C are on property owned by the Space Provider or if Space Provider is not the owner of the premises, Space Provider has obtained permission from the building owner or owner's agent to enter into this Agreement. 4 . 7 . Space Provider shall be responsible for informing their selected Interexchange Carrier in writing that InterLATA calls may be subject to "call timing, " "call blocking, " and "call detail recording" at Space Provider's sole request and direction, and for providing a copy of said notice to USWC. 5. ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT. 5. 1. At the Space Provider's request, USWC shall install equipment ancillary to the inmate telephone system ("timer") to limit the lengths of calls from inmate telephones and provide an audible tone to the inmate before the call is disconnected ("call timing") . To the extent the timer is used in connection with interLATA telecommunications, USWC shall not select or recommend interexchange carriers and shall not design interLATA circuits for its Space Providers. 5. 2 . At the Space Provider's request, USWC shall install equipment ancillary to the inmate telephone system to block access to specific telephone numbers identified by Space Provider ("call blocking") . USWC shall effect the initial setup for Space Provider and train Space Provider to operate this equipment. Upon completion of initial setup and training, Space Provider shall then INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 2 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) assume the ongoing responsibility of updating the information as required. 5. 3 . At the Space Provider's request, USWC shall install equipment ancillary to the inmate telephone system to provide for "call detail recording. " Day-to-day printed detail provided shall include originating station, number called, time of day, call duration, call status and cost of call (rating) . 5.4. At the Space Provider's request, USWC shall install a cut off key to transfer calls from the coinless inmate telephones to the Space Provider's business lines to allow non-monitored calls to the inmates attorneys/public defenders. 6. OWNERSHIP. USWC is and shall remain the owner of the inmate telephones, associated equipment, wiring, hardware, and enclosures provided by USWC whether or not physically attached to real estate. 7 . INMATE TELEPHONE LOCATIONS. All inmate telephone locations known at the time of execution of this Agreement are specifically set forth in Schedule C, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Upon mutual agreement of the parties, locations may be added at any time as need or desire may dictate by amending this Agreement. Any additions, regardless of date, during the term of this Agreement shall automatically expire on the same date as the expiration or termination date of this Agreement. USWC agrees to move inmate telephone equipment at no charge to Space Provider in the event Space Provider is required to remodel or relocate its facilities. 8 . COMMISSION. USWC agrees to pay Space Provider a commission based upon USWC billed local and intraLATA revenue from each inmate telephone in accordance with Schedule A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Payment shall be in the form of quarterly commission checks made payable to Space Provider covering all states within USWC's serving area. 9. REMOVAL OF INMATE TELEPHONES. USWC retains the right to remove any or all inmate telephones in the event that it is not financially feasible, at USWC'S sole discretion, to continue providing inmate telephones at Space Provider's premises upon thirty (30) days written notice to Space Provider. If USWC removes inmate telephones under this paragraph, Space Provider shall not be liable for termination charges for the inmate telephones removed. Space Provider shall be entitled to receive any commissions earned before the USWC removal of such inmate telephones. 10. TERMINATION. 10. 1. In the event either party elects to terminate this Agreement in whole or in part under any provision of this Agreement, termination shall be effected by delivery of a "Notice of Termination" by certified mail to the other party specifying the INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 3 9002 .MAS/JAP0081. CUS (12/02/92) 32_.`..'73 extent to which the Agreement is terminated, the reasons for such termination and the date upon which such termination becomes effective. 10.2 . The termination of this Agreement shall not affect the obligations of either party to the other under any then existing vested rights or causes of action which have accrued prior to the effective date of termination. 11. TERMINATION LIABILITY. If inmate telephones are removed by Space Provider, or this Agreement is terminated for any reasons other than those excused reasons set forth herein, Space Provider shall be liable to USWC for a termination charge as set forth in Schedule B, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. 12. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. The obligation of USWC in the event of a service interruption caused by USWC, shall be limited to the use of reasonable diligence under the circumstances for restoration of service. IN NO EVENT SHALL EITHER PARTY BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST STATION REVENUES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR OTHER COMMERCIAL OR ECONOMIC LOSS ARISING OUT OF THE PERFORMANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION NEGLIGENT PERFORMANCE OR FAILURE TO PERFORM, EXCEPT AS SET FORTH UNDER THE TERMINATION LIABILITY PROVISION HEREIN. 13 . EXCUSED PERFORMANCE. 13 . 1. Space Provider shall not be subject to Termination Liability if the cause of removal is directly related to the cessation of Space Provider's business operations. Neither party shall be held liable for any delay or failure in performance of any part of this Agreement caused by circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the party affected, including, but not limited to, acts of the elements or natural disasters, strikes, power failures, civil or military emergencies or acts of legislative, judicial or other civil authorities. 13 .2 . USWC shall not be in default of this Agreement should the appropriate governmental agencies not approve of any or all of the additional equipment provided for herein by USWC; however, Space Provider may then terminate this Agreement and Space Provider shall not be liable for termination charges. Space Provider shall be entitled to receive any commissions earned before the termination date and the parties shall be relieved of all future obligations under this Agreement. 14 . DEFAULT. If either party fails to perform its obligations under this Agreement, failure shall constitute default and, in such event, written notice shall be given to remedy such default. INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 4 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) y y Should the defaulting party fail to remedy such default within ten (10) days from date of such notice, the offended party shall have the right, in addition to all other rights and remedies available at law or in equity, to terminate this Agreement in whole or in part. 15. INDEMNIFICATION. 15. 1. It is agreed by and between the parties that it is the responsibility of Space Provider to maintain the area around the inmate telephones and to maintain enclosures if provided by Space Provider. Space Provider specifically agrees to defend and indemnify USWC from any claims that may result from Space Provider's failure to properly maintain the area or enclosure except to the extent that such failure is due to the sole negligence or willful acts of USWC's employees or agents. USWC agrees to defend and indemnify Space Provider from any claims that result from USWC's failure to properly maintain or service inmate telephones, except to the extent that the claim results from the sole negligence or willful acts of Space Provider's employees or agents. 15.2 . Space Provider also agrees to defend and indemnify USWC from any loss, personal injury or damage, and from all claims, demands or liability whatsoever arising out of or in any way connected with the Space Provider's requirement under this Agreement that USWC provide call timing, call blocking, and call detail recording equipment for the Space Provider's facilities as set forth in Schedule C herein. 16. NOTICES. Any notices or other communications to be given under this Agreement shall be sent to the following persons: FOR SPACE PROVIDER: FOR USWC: Weld County Information Services U S WEST Communications, Inc. 915 - 10th Street 1999 Broadway, Room 920 Greeley, CO 80631 Denver, CO 80202 ATTN: Jacque Armes ATTN: Jean Baldwin Either party may change its address for communications by giving notice in writing. 17 . REGULATORY. This Agreement is subject to USWC's tariffs, catalogs or price lists, as filed with appropriate state and federal regulatory commissions. 18 . LAWFULNESS OF AGREEMENT. This Agreement and the parties' actions under this Agreement shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, court orders, and governmental agency orders including the Modification of Final Judgment ("MFJ") , as issued in United States v. Western Electric Co. , et al. , Civil Action No. 82-0192 , U. S. District Court for the District of Columbia, and all subsequent orders issued in or INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 5 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) related to that proceeding. If a court or a governmental agency with proper jurisdiction determines that this Agreement, or a provision of this Agreement, is unlawful, or if USWC determines this Agreement or a provision of this Agreement is inconsistent with, or contradictory to, the "MFJ, " this Agreement, or that provision of this Agreement, shall terminate on written notice to the Space Provider to that effect. If a provision of this Agreement is so terminated but the parties legally, commercially, and practicably can continue this Agreement without the terminated provision, the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in effect. 19 . NONWAIVER. The failure of either party to enforce strict performance of any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of its right to assert or rely upon such provision or any other provision of this Agreement. 20. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed and enforced in all aspects in accordance with the laws of the State in which the inmate telephone and public telephone service is provided. 21. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS. This Agreement shall be fully binding upon, inure to the benefit of and be enforceable by each party and its successors and assigns. No assignment of any right or interest in this Agreement (whether by contract, operation of law or otherwise) shall release or relieve either party of any of its obligations or liabilities under this Agreement. 22 . ASSIGNMENT. Neither party shall assign its rights nor delegate its duties under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party; except, either party may assign this Agreement to a parent, subsidiary or affiliated company by providing thirty (30) days written notice to the other party. 23 . AMENDMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS. 23 . 1. Amendments, modifications, and supplements to this Agreement are allowed and will be binding upon Space Provider and USWC after the effective date, provided: a. The amendments, modifications, and supplements are in writing, signed by an authorized representative of each party herein; and b. The amendments, modifications, and supplements, by reference, incorporate this Agreement and identify the specific sections or provisions contained herein, which are amended, modified or supplemented. 23 . 2 . The term "this Agreement" as used herein shall be deemed to include any future amendments, modifications, and supplements made in accordance herewith. INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 6 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) 32a_,7. 24 . ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement, together with all Schedules and supplementary documents incorporated by reference, shall constitute the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the services and facilities to be provided and shall supersede all prior agreements, proposals, understandings, representations, correspondence or communications relating to the subject matter hereof. WELD CO Y, COLORADO U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC. By By , ' ( dvi ur A• ( 2_ j P.t; Name GEORGE KENNEDY Name 4i£'/)A 1- . C �t.3C t" Print/Type Print/Type Title CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Title Account Executive Date 12/14/92 Date /2 fie. . 6/ ;L Federal Tax ID Number: 84-6000-813 ATTEST yUt, / lY t/I/U 2 WELDBY: x/'4.4'✓)l/ --1,!'�� EPJ i Y CLERK TO THE BO INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 7 9002 .MAS/JAP0081. CUS (12/02/92) SCHEDULE A INMATE PRIME COMMISSION SCHEDULE FOR WELD COUNTY, COLORADO USWC agrees to pay Space Provider quarterly compensation for inmate telephones based upon 30% of USWC's revenue or $48, 000. 00 annually, whichever is greater, for USWC billed local and intraLATA calls, pursuant to the following payment schedule: January $12, 000. 00 April $12 , 000. 00 July $12 , 000. 00 October $12, 000. 00 A reconciliation will be done annually after the December's revenues are in and any amount owing to Space Provider will be paid by check issued in January. Commission checks are to be mailed to the following address: Weld County Information Services 915 - 10th Street Greeley, CO 80631 ATTN: Jacque Armes INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 8 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) SCHEDULE B TERMINATION LIABILITY FOR WELD COUNTY, COLORADO 1. TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT INVESTMENT: The termination charge shall be $318 .45 for each new inmate telephone, reduced by $8 .85 for each month the inmate telephone is in service after the installation date plus the cost of the ancillary equipment. Net Unamortized Capital: Charge-a-Call Telephones $173.69/SET Installation Cost: $144.76/SET Removal Cost: $ N/A /SET $318.45/SET 2 . ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT INVESTMENT: The termination charge shall also include the cost of the ancillary equipment, reduced by $833 . 33 for each month the ancillary equipment is in service after the installation date. Equipment for call blocking, call timing and call detail recording $30, 000. 00 3 . COMMISSION: The termination charge shall also include the difference between the amount of commission paid under this Agreement and the amount of commission that would have been paid under USWC's Standard Commission Plan for each inmate telephone terminated. 4 . In addition, if one or more inmate telephones are removed by Space Provider other than for those excused reasons provided herein, leaving one or more inmate telephones in place, USWC may change Space Provider's commission from 30% to Standard Plan. INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 9 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) 171 SCHEDULE C INMATE TELEPHONE LOCATIONS FOR WELD COUNTY, COLORADO Address City State Telephone Number 915 - 10TH ST GREELEY CO 303-351-6228 303-351-8520 303-351-8521 303-351-8522 303-351-8523 303-351-8524 303-351-8525 303-351-8526 303-351-8527 303-351-8528 303-351-8529 303-351-8530 303-351-8531 303-351-8532 303-351-8533 303-351-8534 303-351-8535 303-351-8536 303-353-5126 303-353-5147 303-353-5168 303-353-5239 INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 10 9002 .MAS/JAP0081.CUS (12/02/92) 3kL;_... ! ;3 ADDENDUM ONE TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC. AND WELD COUNTY JAIL FOR TRIAL OF INMATE CALLING SERVICES THIS ADDENDUM ONE to Inmate Telephone Services Agreement SEA- 920109-0030 ("Basic Agreement") is made and entered into between U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC. ("USWC) , and WELD COUNTY JAIL ("Space Provider") . This Addendum One contains terms and conditions related to the field trial of inmate calling services. In addition to those stated herein, all terms and conditions of the Basic Agreement shall apply. 1. SCOPE. 1. 1. Space Provider has a location or locations within USWC's telecommunications service area which are or will be available during the term of this Addendum One for the provision of inmate calling services and Space Provider has agreed to participate in a six (6) months field trial ("Trial") held by USWC of certain inmate calling services provided by Tele-Matic Corporation ("TMC") via its Con-Quest System. 1. 2 . Upon completion of said Trial, USWC shall inform Space Provider whether TMC's Con-Quest System will be left in place, removed and replaced by another similar system or removed and not replaced. / /'Yw 2 . TERM. _The term of Addendum On shall be for six (6) months beginning /4`rt .a..- /.L , 1990runless terminated earlier as provided for herein. Upon termination of this Addendum One, all rights and obligations under this Addendum One shall terminate unless otherwise specified herein. 3 . INMATE CALLING SERVICES. 4 . 1. Upon execution of this Addendum One, TMC, under the terms of its Trial Agreement with USWC, shall install equipment ancillary to USWC's inmate telephone system ("ancillary equipment") to: (a) Limit the lengths of calls from inmate telephones and provide an audible tone to the inmate before the call is disconnected ("call timing") . To the extent call timing is used in connection with interLATA telecommunications, USWC shall not select or recommend interexchange carriers and shall not design interLATA circuits for its USWC. INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 1 ADDENDUM ONE - 9002 .MAS/JAP0269 .GEN (12/08/92) (b) Block access to specific telephone numbers identified by Space Provider ("call blocking") . Said equipment will allow for use of a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to gain access to the system. (c) Provide for "call detail recording. " Day-to-day printed detail provided shall include originating station, number called, time of day, call duration, and call status. (d) Provide for "3rd party call detection and cutoff. " (e) Provide for "collect call automated operator call processing. " 4 .2 . TMC, under the terms of its trial agreement with USWC, shall also provide: (a) Repair and maintenance, including any modifications, for said ancillary equipment. (b) System administration. (c) On-site technical personnel for technical assistance to Space Provider. (d) User-training to Space Provider. 5. OWNERSHIP. USWC shall remain the owner of the inmate telephones, associated equipment, wiring, hardware, and enclosures provided by USWC whether or not physically attached to real estate. TMC is and shall remain the owner of the Con-Quest System, including the hardware and software. 6. TERMINATION. 6. 1. Either party may terminate this Addendum One at any time if the other party fails in a material way to perform under this Addendum One and does not cure as provided for herein. 6. 2 . The termination of this Addendum One shall not affect the obligations of either party to the other under the Basic Agreement or any then existing vested rights or causes of action which have accrued prior to the effective date of termination and shall not subject Space Provider to any termination liabilities specified in Paragraph 11 of the Basic Agreement. 7 . DEFAULT. If either party fails to perform its obligations under this Addendum One, failure shall constitute default and, in such event, written notice shall be given to remedy such default. Should the defaulting party fail to remedy such default within ten (10) days from date of such notice, the offended party shall have the right, in addition to all other rights and remedies available INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 2 ADDENDUM ONE - 9002 .MAS/JAP0269.GEN (12/08/92) . J CJ_..�,.FY 3 at law or in equity, to terminate this Agreement in whole or in part. WELD COUNTY, COLORADO FOR WELD CO NTY JAIL U $ WEST COMMUNICATIONS,^INC. By y By /��,F & 64-0-_ f 1 ( / wee Name GEORGE KENNEDY Name LIR.J17/4 I D J U Print/Type Print/Type Title CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Title Account Executive Date 12/14/92 Date / IL, '9 6-- A ICJI: f�� � // (Ythl[Gi / i vtill, iii,&77 w WELD COUNT; GL!" FIE BOARD BY: iF_A/Y cSL -1,,ry, iDEPUTY CLERK/TO THE BOABD- INMATE TELEPHONE SERVICE AGREEMENT (SEA-920109-0030) PAGE 3 ADDENDUM ONE - 9002 .MAS/JAP0269 .GEN (12/08/92) ��1} 32:::..,.7d Hello