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FOR
WELD COUNTY BRIDGE NO. WEL 008.0-001.5A
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this i-d day of
May , 1991, by and between the COUNTY OF WELD, of the
State of Colorado, with offices at 915 - 10th Street, P.O. Box 758, Greeley,
Colorado, 80632, hereinafter referred to as "County", and the professional
consulting firm of LORIS AND ASSOCIATES, INC. , with an office at 2769 Iris, Suite
115, Boulder, Colorado, 80304, hereinafter referred to as "Engineer" .
W I T N E S SETH :
THAT WHEREAS, the County has established a program of design and
construction of public improvements for Weld County Bridge No. WEL 008.0-001.5A;
and
WHEREAS, the County desires to obtain professional engineering services for
the design of public improvements related to the heretofore-mentioned project;
and
WHEREAS, Engineer represents that they possess the necessary qualifications
to perform these services.
NOW, THEREFORE, for the consideration herein expressed, it is hereby agreed
as follows by and between the County and Engineer:
I. EMPLOYMENT OF ENGINEER.
The County hereby agrees to engage Engineer and the Engineer hereby
agrees to perform the services hereinafter set forth.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This project will consist of the following improvements:
A. The design of a vehicular bridge on County Road 8 between the
Town of Erie and County Road 3 and crossing Coal Creek near Erie,
Colorado.
B. The design of the approach roadways on each side of the bridge.
III. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE ENGINEER
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1. Design Criteria
All work shall be in compliance with the following:
Bridge design based on HS 20-44 loading.
Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges, AASHTO, latest edition
A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, AASHTO, latest
edition
Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction, CDOH, latest
edition
Materials Manual, CDOH, latest edition
M & S Standards,CDOH, latest edition
Uniform Manual of Traffic Control Devices, FHWA, latest edition
Contract between Weld County and consultant.
2. Pre-Design Meeti_n
Attend Pre-Design meeting with Weld County and the Town of Erie, its
engineers and consultants to discuss scope of work and design parameters.
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3. Subsurface Exploration* T
Drill test holes and obtain samples.
Determine relevant soil characteristics.
For pavement design, determine R-values using Vheem test procedure for two
representative samples, one from each side of bridge.
Prepare soils investigation report.
4. Geotechnical Study
The geotechnical study was accomplished April 16, 1990 by A.G. Wassenaar,
Inc. and will be made available to the successful proposer for their use.
5. Survey
Locate existing corners and establish ties to existing corners.
Establish horizontal control and vertical control.
Survey topography.
Survey roadway cross sections at 50 feet stations and at road approaches .
Survey data pertinent to hydrology and hydraulic study.
Submit copy of field book to Weld County for use during construction.
6. Utility Coordination
Contact all utilities involved regarding project and meet with
utilities at project site to locate existing and proposed facilities.
Determine impact of project on utilities and resolve adjustments.
7. Preliminary Hydrology and Hydraulic Design
Obtain historical data.
Perform hydraulic analysis.
Determine size and skew of structure.
Coordinate with the Town of Erie, their engineer, the Department of Local
Affairs, the Colorado Water Conservation Board, and FEMA.
* The geotech iical report provided by Weld County, titled "Geotechnical
Study for Weld County Bridge 0008.0-001.5A County Road 8 and Coal
Creek Near Erie, Colorado' by A. G. Wassenaar, Inc (April 16, 1990)
will be utilized for this project. CUL
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8. Preliminary Structure Design
Determine foundation type based on soils investigation.
Determine feasible superstructure alternatives.
Select type of substructure and superstructure.
Prepare general layout for substructure and superstructure.
9. Preliminary Roadway Design
Design horizontal and vertical alignment.
Determine roadway typical cross section.
Plot roadway plan and profile on plan sheet.
Perform pavement structure design.
10. Preliminary Right-of-Way and Easements
Determine preliminary ROW and easements required from preliminary
structure design and roadway design.
11. Permits
Prepare and submit applications for all permits, if required, such as:
Corps of Engineers 404 permit
Colorado Department of Health 401 and 402 permits
12. Preliminary Design Report
The Preliminary Design Report shall include the following:
Soils Investigation Report (previous geotechnical study may be used) .
Plan Sheets to include:
General layout of substructure and superstructure.
Roadway plan and profile.
Typical roadway cross section.
Substantiate selection of superstructure based on cost analysis.
Submit report for review and approval.
13. Final Hydrology and Hydraulic Design
Review preliminary hydrology and hydraulic design and update in
accordance with Preliminary Design Report review.
Determine if embankment protection is required.
Utilize the Erie Flood Control and Floodplain Management Plan for Coal
Creek.
14. Final Structure Design
Revise the preliminary structure design incorporating comments from
the Preliminary Design Report review and proceed with the final design.
15. Final Roadway Design
Revise the preliminary roadway design incorporating comments from the
Preliminary Design Report review and proceed with the final design.
Plot roadway cross sections including road approaches.
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16. Final Right-of-Way and Easements
Include the limits of the existing right-of-way and new right-of-way in the
plan sheets.
Include the limits of the new easements in the plan sheets.
Incorporate the property owner names in the plan sheets.
Generate descriptions for new easements.
Generate legal descriptions for new right-of-way, certified to by
registered land surveyor.
17. Utility Coordination
Subsequent to the Preliminary Design Report review, adjustments shall
be made as necessary.
18. Traffic Control Plan
Determine detour route and submit to Weld County for approval.
Prepare traffic control plan.
19. Final Plan Sheets
Revise preliminary plan sheets to include changes from the Preliminary
Design Report review.
The final plan sheets are to include the following:
Sheet Index
Project site map with detour route and traffic control signing
Summary of approximate quantities
Roadway general notes and typical cross section
Roadway plan and profile - stationing; construction centerline;
section line; corners; ties to corners; temporary benchmark
elevation and location; existing and proposed contours;
topography; existing and proposed drainage; utilities;
existing right-of-way; new right-of-way; new easements; names of
property owners; vertical curve design data; horizontal curve design
data.
Bridge general notes
Geology data - location of test holes, boring log and legend, soil
test results
Hydrology/hydraulic data - flow line elevation, freeboard, design
flow, design velocity.
Piling layout including estimated pile tip elevation and actual pile load
or caissons layout.
Substructure layout and details including embankment protection, if
required.
Superstructure layout and details
Bridge rail and guard rail layout and details
Roadway cross sections - construction centerline; profile grade elevations;
existing right-of-way or new right-of-way; road approaches; roadway
centerline
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Compute final quantities based on final design.
Final quantities shall also be independently computed and compared.
Compute total cost based on final quantities.
Compute bridge ratings for CDOH HS 20 Inventory, HS 20
Operating, Type 3 Operating, Type 3S2 Operating and Type 3-2 Operating
vehicles.
Write special provisions as required due to deviations of CDOH standard
specifications.
Submit copy of all computations.
Submit final plan sheets and special provisions, for review and approval.
20. Completion of Desien Phase
Incorporate corrections to final plan sheets and special provisions,
in accordance with the review as necessary.
Transmit the original drawings to Weld County.
21. Construction Phase
Review shop drawings
Provide consultation during construction.
IV, COUNTY'S RESPONSIBILITIES
The County shall:
A. Provide to the Engineer full information as to the
County's requirements.
B. The County shall receive and examine documents
submitted by the Engineer, interpret and define the
County's policies, and render decisions and
authorizations in writing promptly to prevent
unreasonable delay in the progress of the Engineer's
services.
C. Make available any and all information, requested by
the Engineer, in existing County files pertinent to the
project site which shall include, but not be limited
to, utility companies, right-of-way, roads, adjoining
property, improvements, traffic counts, projected
traffic counts, surveys and plats.
D. Provide legal and insurance counseling services
necessary for project.
E. Furnish above services at the County's expense, in
such a manner that the Engineer may rely upon them in
the performance of his services under this Agreement.
F. The County will print all construction documentation
(contract documents, technical specifications, and
drawings) . Distribution to prospective bidders will
also be performed by the County.
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G. Arrange for or guarantee full and free access for the
Engineer to enter upon all property required for the
performance of the Engineer's services under this
Agreement.
H. For the required design work and services described
herein before the County agrees to pay the Consultant,
and the Consultant agrees to accept lump sum compensation
as follows:
1. Survey $1,500.
2. Preliminary Hydrology and Hydraulic 1,500.
3. Preliminary Structure and Road Design 4,500.
4. Final Hydrology and Hydraulic 1,500.
5. Final Structure and Road Design 4,500.
6. Final Plans and Specs 3,500.
7. Construction Phase 1,000.
8. Total Lump Sum Not To Exceed $18,000.00
All invoices shall be submitted by the Consultant to the
County for payment pursuant to the terms of this contract.
Upon approval thereof, the County will pay the appropriate
amount of each invoice to the Consultant within 30 days of
receipt of the invoice.
V. TIME OF PERFORMANCE
The Preliminary Design will be submitted to the County for
review within forty-five (45) days of the Authorization to
Proceed. The Final Design will be submitted to the County
for review within forty-five (45) days of the date of
Authorization to Complete Design. ** 'PJI A
VI. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be terminated for cause by the County or
Engineer upon fifteen (15) days written notice. In the
event of termination, Engineer shall be paid for services
performed to termination date as mutually determined by
County and Engineer.
**The work will begin and be completed in accordance with the
Scope of Services and reasonable extensions of time made
necessary by delays beyond the control of the Engineer. fUL
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VII. CHANGE OR EXTRA WORK***
In the event the County shall require changes in the scope of
work beyond that outlined in this Contract, which said changes cause
an increase or decrease in the Engineer's fee, the Engineer
shall be compensated as mutually agreed upon by and among the
County and Engineer. Any claim by the Engineer for compensation
must be made in writing prior to performance of any changed
work or services.
VIII, INSURANCE
The Engineer shall carry the following minimum amounts of
insurance:
(1) Workmen's Compensation in statutory limits
(2) Comprehensive General and Automobile Liability
Policy for amounts not less than:
Bodily Injury
$500,000 each occurrence
or $500,000 combined
and single limit
Property Damage
$100,000 each occurrence
(3) Architects' and/or Engineers' Professional
Liability Policy for amounts not less than
$250,000.00 aggregate
Said insurance shall be maintained in full force and affect
during the term of this contract and for two (2) calendar
years thereafter. Certificates showing the Engineer is
carrying the above described insurance shall be furnished to
the County prior to commencement of the work.
Said insurance shall include as an additional named insured,
Weld County, Colorado, by and through the Board of Weld **** ��
County Commissioners, including its agents and employees. i0V, IX. VENUE
This transaction shall be governed by the laws of the
State of Colorado.
X. NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Engineer shall not commit any of the following
employment practices and agrees to prohibit the following
practices in any subcontracts.
***Extra services will be billed as outlined in the Technical
Proposal by Loris and Associates dated April 1, 1990, and the
clarification letter dated April 10, 1990. f4L
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Professional Liability Insurance.M- v��
A. To discharge from employment or refuse to hire any
individual because of their race, color, religion,
sex, national origin, disability, age, or marital
status.
B. To discriminate against any individual in terms,
conditions, privileges or employment because of their
race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
disability, age, or marital status.
XI. BENEFITS
The Engineer, as an independent contractor, its agents or
employees, will receive no benefits directly or indirectly
that accrue to County employees, in the performance of this
contract.
XII. OWNERSHIP OF ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS
A. All tracings, plans, specifications, estimates, and
miscellaneous items purported to contribute to the
completeness of the work shall be delivered to and
become the property of the County. Reproducible copies
of drawings and plans will be retained by the Engineer.
B. Basic survey notes, sketches, charges, computations and
other data prepared hereunder shall be made available
to the County upon request.
C. All documents, including drawings and specifications
prepared by the Engineer pursuant to this Agreement are
instruments of services in respect to the project.
They are not intended or represented to be suitable for
reuse by County or others on extensions of the project
or on any other project. Any reuse without written
verification or adaptation by Engineer for the
specific purpose intended will be at County's sole risk
without liability or legal exposure to Engineer and the
County shall indemnify and hold harmless the Engineer
from all claims, damages, losses and expenses including
attorney's fees arising out of, or resulting therefrom.
Any such verification or adaptation will entitle
Engineer to further compensation at rates to be agreed
upon by County and Engineer.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have signed this Contract thisILA-
day of //////����� n 1991.
ATTEST: /( ' A� d ! � ��� BOARD OF WELD COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Weld CountyleYk to t e Board
By: -g_i _!" d, By:
Deputy Clerk to the Board
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LORIS AND ASSs3OyC/IATES, INC.
By:
By:
Pf�Es i mut
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CERTIFICATION OF ENGINEER
I hereby certify that I am the duly authorized representative of
the firm of Loris and Associates, Inc. , whose address is 2769 - Iris, Suite 115,
Boulder, Colorado, 80304, and that neither I nor the above firm I hereby
represent has:
A. employed or retained for a commission, percentage,
brokerage, contingent fee, or other consideration, any firm
or person (other than a bona fide employee working solely
for me or the above Engineer) to solicit or secure this
contract;
B. agreed, as an expressed or implied condition for obtaining
this contract to employ or retain the services of any firm
or person in connection with carrying out the contract; or
C. paid, or agreed to pay, to any firm, organization or person
(other than a bona fide employee working solely for me or
the above Engineer) any fee, contribution, donation, or
consideration of any kind for, or in connection with,
procuring or carrying out the contract;
except as here expressly stated (if any) :
May 3, 1991
(Date) (S gnature)
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CERTIFICATION OF WELD COUNTY
I hereby certify that I am the duly authorized representative of
Weld County, State of Colorado, and that the above Engineer or his representative
has not been required, directly or indirectly as an expressed or implied
condition in connection with obtaining or carrying out this contract to:
A. employ or retain, or agree to employ or retain, any firm or
person; or
B. pay, or agree to pay to any firm, person, or organization,
any fee, contribution, donation, or consideration of any
kind;
except as here expressly stated (if any) :
CAttyb e)� Pcig G Lac
Chairman,
BOARD OF COUN COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST: //444
Weld County Clerk to the Board
BY:
Deputy lerk to the oard
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RESOLUTION
RE: ACTION OF BOARD CONCERNING CONTRACT FOR WELD COUNTY BRIDGE
NO. 8/1 .5A
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County,
Colorado, pursuant to Coloradu 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 a Contract for
Engineering Services between Weld County and Creative Structures,
Inc. , and
WHEREAS, said Contract is for the design of Weld County
Bridge No. 8/1. 5A, located on Weld County Road 8 near Weld County
Road 3 and crossing Coal Creek near the Town of Erie, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Erie is proposing an annexation of said
property, and
WHEREAS, after study and review, the Board deems it advisable
to continue said Contract indefinitely, and review the Contract
after the status o£ the proposed annexation is determined.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County
Commissioners of Weald County, Colorado, that the Contract for
Engineering Services between Weld County and Creative Structures,
Inc. , for the design of Weld County Bridge No. 8/1 .5A be, and
hereby is, continued indefinitely.
The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made
and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 4th day of
April, A.D. , 1990 . —
�LiA64- ,e) BOARD F COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST: WELD NTY, COLORADO
Weld County Clerk and Recorder -Ap
and Clerk to the Board ene R. Brantnnee,, Chairman
1C:\,1tryx- zu ,Q1`wet) tnedy, Pru-Tem
Deputy County rk
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APPROVED AS TO FORM: Constance L. Harbert
C.W. Kirby
County Attorney EXCUSED
Gurdon E. Lacy
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LORIS AND ASSOCIATES, INC.■STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
May 3, 1991
Denny M. Graham
Weld County
Department of Engineering
P.O. Box 758
Greeley, Colorado 80632
Subject: Bridge WEL 8.0-1 . 5A
Contract for Engineering Services
Dear Denny:
Enclosed is the Contract for Engineering Services for Weld County
Bridge No. Wel 008.0-001. 5A.
As you will see, I have made several additions. If you have any
questions or comments please call me.
Sincerely,
Peter J . Loris, P.E.
President
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