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Home My WebLink About20242659.tiffCoYrk,aeil-813(0 September 18, 2024 FACILITIES DEPARTMENT PHONE: (970) 400-2020 FAX: (970) 304-6532 WEBSITE: www.co.weld.co.us 1105 H STREET P.O. BOX 758 GREELEY, COLORADO 80632 To: Board of County Commissioners From: Patrick O'Neill Subject: Tree removal, planting and maintenance recommendation — 82400126 As advertised this bid is for tree removal planting and maintenance. The low bid is from Super Trees Colorado LLC. in the amount of $45,610.00 and meets the specifications. Therefore, the Facilities Department is recommending the award to Super Trees Colorado LLC in the amount of $45,610.00. If you have any questions, please contact me at extension 2023. Sincerely, Patrick O'Neill Facilities Director @ooVnk-Rividk, o/1/z4 C G : 0 n base. (8C 2024-2659 P wVl(a96 0/1/211 Bc-, WZ_Q. SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN WELD COUNTY AND SUPER TREES COLORADO LLC TREE REMOVAL, PLANTING AND MAINTENANCE. THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this P"day of CW(R_ ( , 2024, by and between the Board of Weld County Commissioners, on behalf of Facilities, hereinafter referred to as "County," and Super Trees Colorado, LLC, hereinafter referred to as "Contractor". WHEREAS, County requires an independent contractor to perform the services required by County and set forth in the attached Exhibits; and WHEREAS, Contractor is willing and has the specific ability to perform the required services at or below the cost set forth in the attached Exhibits; and WHEREAS, Contractor is authorized to do business in the State of Colorado and has the time, skill, expertise, and experience necessary to provide the equipment, materials and services as set forth below. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the parties hereto agree as follows: Super Trees 1. Introduction. The terms of this Agreement are contained in the terms recited in this document and in the attached Exhibits, each of which forms an integral part of this Agreement and are incorporated herein. The parties each acknowledge and agree that this Agreement, including the attached Exhibits, define the performance obligations of Contractor and Contractor's willingness and ability to meet those requirements (the "Work"). If a conflict occurs between this Agreement and any Exhibit or other attached document, the terms of this Agreement shall control, and the remaining order of precedence shall based upon order of attachment. Exhibit A consists of County's Request for Bid (RFB) as set forth in Bid Package No. B2400126. Exhibit B consists of Contractor's Response to County's Request. 2. Service or Work. Contractor agrees to procure the materials, equipment and/or products necessary for the Work and agrees to diligently provide all services, labor, personnel and materials necessary to perform and complete the Work described in the attached Exhibits. Contractor shall further be responsible for the timely completion, and acknowledges that a failure to comply with the standards and requirements of Work within the time limits prescribed by County may result in County's decision to withhold payment or to terminate this Agreement. 3. Term. The term of this Agreement begins upon the date of the mutual execution of this Agreement, and ends one year later. Both of the parties to this Agreement understand and agree that the laws of the State of Colorado prohibit County from entering into Agreements 1 which bind County for periods longer than one year. This Agreement may be extended upon mutual written agreement of the Parties. 4. Termination; Breach; Cure. County may terminate this Agreement for its own convenience upon thirty (30) days written notice to Contractor. Due to the time needed for County to procure replacement services, Contractor may terminate this Agreement for its own convenience upon ninety (90) days written notice to County. Either Party may immediately terminate this Agreement upon material breach of the other party, however the breaching party shall have fifteen (15) days after receiving such notice to cure such breach. Upon termination, County shall take possession of all materials, equipment, tools and facilities owned by County which Contractor is using, by whatever method it deems expedient; and, Contractor shall deliver to County all completed or partially completed Work under this Agreement, together with all other items, materials and documents which have been paid for by County, and these items, materials and documents shall be the property of County. Upon termination of this Agreement by County, Contractor shall have no claim of any kind whatsoever against the County by reason of such termination or by reason of any act incidental thereto, except for ,compensation for work satisfactorily performed and/or materials described herein properly delivered. 5. Extension or Amendment. Any amendments or modifications to this agreement shall be in writing signed by both parties. No additional services or work performed by Contractor shall be the basis for additional compensation unless and until Contractor has obtained written authorization and acknowledgement by County for such additional services. 6. Compensation. Upon Contractor's successful completion of the Work, and County's acceptance of the same, County agrees to pay Contractor an amount not to exceed $45,610.00 as set forth in the Exhibits. No payment in excess of that set forth in the Exhibits will be made by County unless a Change Order authorizing such additional payment has been specifically approved by Weld County. If, at any time during the term or after termination or expiration of this Agreement, County reasonably determines that any payment made by County to Contractor was improper because the service for which payment was made did not perform as set forth in this Agreement, then upon written notice of such determination and request for reimbursement from County, Contractor shall forthwith return such payment(s) to County. Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, unexpended funds advanced by County, if any, shall forthwith be returned to County. County will not withhold any taxes from monies paid to the Contractor hereunder and Contractor agrees to be solely responsible for the accurate reporting and payment of any taxes related to payments made pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. Unless expressly enumerated in the attached Exhibits, Contractor shall not be entitled to be paid for any other expenses (e.g. mileage). Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, County shall have no obligations under this Agreement after, nor shall any payments be made to Contractor in respect of any period after December 31 of any year, without an appropriation therefore by County in accordance with a budget adopted by the Board of County Commissioners in compliance with Article 25, Title 30 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the Local Government Budget Law (C.R.S. 29-1- 101 et. seq.) and the TABOR Amendment (Colorado Constitution, Article X, Sec. 20). 2 7. Independent Contractor. Contractor agrees that it is an independent contractor and that Contractor's officers, agents or employees will not become employees of County, nor entitled to any employee benefits (including unemployment insurance or workers' compensation benefits) from County as a result of the execution of this Agreement. Contractor shall be solely responsible for its acts and those of its agents and employees for all acts performed pursuant to this Agreement. 8. Subcontractors. Contractor acknowledges that County has entered into this Agreement in reliance upon the particular reputation and expertise of Contractor. Contractor shall not enter into any subcontractor agreements for the completion of the Work without County's prior written consent, which may be withheld in County's sole discretion. County shall have the right in its reasonable discretion to approve all personnel assigned to the Work during the performance of this Agreement and no personnel to whom County has an objection, in its reasonable discretion, shall be assigned to the Work. Contractor shall require each subcontractor, as approved by County and to the extent of the Work to be performed by the subcontractor, to be bound to Contractor by the terms of this Agreement, and to assume toward Contractor all the obligations and responsibilities which Contractor, by this Agreement, assumes toward County. County shall have the right (but not the obligation) to enforce the provisions of this Agreement against any subcontractor hired by Contractor and Contractor shall cooperate in such process. The Contractor shall be responsible for the acts and omissions of its agents, employees and subcontractors. 9. Warranty. Contractor warrants that the Work performed under this Agreement will be performed in a manner consistent with the standards governing such services and the provisions of this Agreement. Contractor further represents and warrants that all Work shall be performed by qualified personnel in a professional manner, consistent with industry standards, and that all services will conform to applicable specifications. 10. Acceptance of Services Not a Waiver. Upon completion of the Work, Contractor shall submit to County originals of all test results, reports, etc., generated during completion of this work. Acceptance by County of reports and incidental materials) furnished under this Agreement shall not in any way relieve Contractor of responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the project. In no event shall any action by County hereunder constitute or be construed to be a waiver by County of any breach of this Agreement or default which may then exist on the part of Contractor, and County's action or inaction when any such breach or default exists shall not impair or prejudice any right or remedy available to County with respect to such breach or default. No assent, expressed or implied, to any breach of any one or more covenants, provisions or conditions of the Agreement shall be deemed or taken to be a waiver of any other breach. Acceptance by the County of, or payment for, the Work completed under this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any of the County's rights under this Agreement or under the law generally. 11. Insurance. Contractor must secure, before the commencement of the Work, the following insurance covering all operations, goods, and services provided pursuant to this Agreement, and shall keep the required insurance coverage in force at all times during the term of the 3 Agreement, or any extension thereof, and during any warranty period. For all coverages, Contractor's insurer shall waive subrogation rights against County. Types of Insurance. Workers' Compensation /Employer's Liability Insurance as required by state statute, covering all of the Contractor's employees acting within the course and scope of their employment. The policy shall contain a waiver of subrogation against the County. This requirement shall not apply when a Contractor or subcontractor is exempt under Colorado Workers' Compensation Act., AND when such Contractor or subcontractor executes the appropriate sole proprietor waiver form. Commercial General Liability Insurance including public liability and property damage, covering all operations required by the Work. Such policy shall include minimum limits as follows: $1,000,000 each occurrence; $1,000,000 general aggregate; $1,000,000 Personal injury $5,000; Medical payment per person. Automobile Liability Insurance: Contractor shall maintain limits of $1,000,000 for bodily injury per person, $1,000,000 for bodily injury for each accident, and $1,000,000 for property damage applicable to all vehicles operating both on County property and elsewhere, for vehicles owned, hired, and non -owned vehicles used in the performance of this Contract. Proof of Insurance. Upon County's request, Contractor shall provide to County a certificate of insurance, a policy, or other proof of insurance as determined in County's sole discretion. County may require Contractor to provide a certificate of insurance naming Weld County, its elected officials, and its employees as an additional named insured. Subcontractor Insurance. Contractor hereby warrants that all subcontractors providing services under this Agreement have or will have the above described insurance prior to their commencement of the Work, or otherwise that they are covered by the Contractor's policies to the minimum limits as required herein. Contractor agrees to provide proof of insurance for all such subcontractors upon request by the County. No limitation of Liability. The insurance coverages specified in this Agreement are the minimum requirements, and these requirements do not decrease or limit the liability of Contractor. The County in no way warrants that the minimum limits contained herein are sufficient to protect the Contractor from liabilities that might arise out of the performance of the Work under by the Contractor, its agents, representatives, employees, or subcontractors. The Contractor shall assess its own risks and if it deems appropriate and/or prudent, maintain higher limits and/or broader coverages. The Contractor is not relieved of any liability or other obligations assumed or pursuant to the Contract by reason of its failure to obtain or maintain insurance in sufficient amounts, duration, or types. The Contractor shall maintain, at its own expense, any additional kinds or amounts of insurance that it may deem necessary to cover its obligations and liabilities under this Agreement. 4 12. Indemnity. The Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless County, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against any and all injury, loss, damage, liability, suits, actions, claims, or willful acts or omissions of any type or character arising out of the Work done in fulfillment of the terms of this Agreement or on account of any act, claim or amount arising or recovered under workers' compensation law or arising out of the failure of the Contractor to conform to any statutes, ordinances, regulation, judicial decision, or other law or court decree. The Contractor shall be fully responsible and liable for any and all injuries or damage received or sustained by any person, persons, or property on account of its performance under this Agreement or its failure to comply with the provisions of the Agreement. It is agreed that the Contractor will be responsible for primary loss investigation, defense and judgment costs where this contract of indemnity applies. In consideration of the award of this contract, the Contractor agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against the County its associated and/or affiliated entities, successors, or assigns, its elected officials, trustees, employees, agents, and volunteers for losses arising from the work performed by the Contractor for the County. A failure to comply with this provision shall result in County's right to immediately terminate this Agreement. 13. Non -Assignment. Contractor may not assign or transfer this Agreement or any interest therein or claim thereunder, without the prior written approval of County. Any attempts by Contractor to assign or transfer its rights hereunder without such prior approval by County shall, at the option of County, automatically terminate this Agreement and all rights of Contractor hereunder. Such consent may be granted or denied at the sole and absolute discretion of County. 14. Examination of Records. To the extent required by law, the Contractor agrees that an duly authorized representative of County, including the County Auditor, shall have access to and the right to examine and audit any books, documents, papers and records of Contractor, involving all matters and/or transactions related to this Agreement. Contractor agrees to maintain these documents for three years from the date of the last payment received. 15. Interruptions. Neither party to this Agreement shall be liable to the other for delays in delivery or failure to deliver or otherwise to perform any obligation under this Agreement, where such failure is due to any cause beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to Acts of God, fires, strikes, war, flood, earthquakes or Governmental actions. 16. Notices. All notices or other communications made by one party to the other concerning the terms and conditions of this contract shall be deemed delivered under the following circumstances: a) personal service by a reputable courier service requiring signature for receipt; or b) five (5) days following delivery to the United States Postal Service, postage prepaid addressed to a party at the address set forth in this contract; or c) electronic transmission via email at the address set forth below, where a receipt or acknowledgment is required and received by the sending party; or 5 Either party may change its notice address(es) by written notice to the other. Notice may be sent to: TO CONTRACTOR: Super Trees LLC. Name: John Kasza Position: Sales and Consulting Arborist Address: 5185 Emerson ST Address: Denver, CO 80216 E-mail: Johnk@supertrees.com Phone: 303-819-4157 TO COUNTY: Name: Curtis Naibauer Position: Deputy Director Address: 1105 H Street Address: Greeley, CO 80631 E-mail: cnaibauer@weld.gov Phone: 970-400-2027 17. Compliance with Law. Contractor shall strictly comply with all applicable federal and State laws, rules and regulations in effect or hereafter established, including without limitation, laws applicable to discrimination and unfair employment practices. 18. Non -Exclusive Agreement. This Agreement is nonexclusive and County may engage or use other Contractors or persons to perform services of the same or similar nature. 19. Entire Agreement/Modifications. This Agreement including the Exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein, contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement. This instrument supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and understandings or agreements with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement. This Agreement may be changed or supplemented only by a written instrument signed by both parties. 20. Fund Availability. Financial obligations of the County payable after the current fiscal year are contingent upon funds for that purpose being appropriated, budgeted and otherwise made available. Execution of this Agreement by County does not create an obligation on the part of County to expend funds not otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year. 21. Employee Financial Interest/Conflict of Interest — C.R.S. §§24-18-201 et seq. and §24- 50-507. The signatories to this Agreement state that to their knowledge, no employee of Weld County has any personal or beneficial interest whatsoever in the service or property which is the subject matter of this Agreement. 22. Survival of Termination. The obligations of the parties under this Agreement that by their nature would continue beyond expiration or termination of this Agreement (including, 6 without limitation, the warranties, indemnification obligations, confidentiality and record keeping requirements) shall survive any such expiration or termination. 23. Severability. If any term or condition of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, this Agreement shall be construed and enforced without such provision, to the extent that this Agreement is then capable of execution within the original intent of the parties. 24. Governmental Immunity. No term or condition of this Agreement shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections or other provisions, of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act §§24-10-101 et seq., as applicable now or hereafter amended. 25. No Third -Party Beneficiary. It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing in this Agreement shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this Agreement. It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this Agreement shall be an incidental beneficiary only. 26. Board of County Commissioners of Weld County Approval. This Agreement shall not be valid until it has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, or its designee. 27. Choice of Law/Jurisdiction. Colorado law, and rules and regulations established pursuant thereto, shall be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this Agreement. Any provision included or incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws, rules and/or regulations shall be null and void. In the event of a legal dispute between the parties, Contractor agrees that the Weld County District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve said dispute. 28. Public Contracts for Services. Contractor certifies, warrants, and agrees that it does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien who will perform work under this Agreement. Contractor will confirm the employment eligibility of all employees who are newly hired for employment in the United States to perform work under this Agreement, through participation in the E -Verify program. Contractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement or enter into a contract with a subcontractor that fails to certify with Contractor that the subcontractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement. Contractor shall not use E -Verify Program or State of Colorado program procedures to undertake pre -employment screening or job applicants while this Agreement is being performed. If Contractor obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Contractor shall notify the subcontractor and County within three (3) days that Contractor has actual knowledge that a subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien and shall 7 terminate the subcontract if a subcontractor does not stop employing or contracting with the illegal alien within three (3) days of receiving notice. Contractor shall not terminate the contract if within three days the subcontractor provides information to establish that the subcontractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with an illegal alien. Contractor shall comply with reasonable requests made in the course of an investigation by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. Contractor shall, within twenty days after hiring a new employee to perform work under the contract, affirm that Contractor has examined the legal work status of such employee, retained file copies of the documents, and not altered or falsified the identification documents for such employees. Contractor shall deliver to County, a written notarized affirmation that it has examined the legal work status of such employee and shall comply with all the other requirements of federal or state law. If Contractor fails to comply with any requirement of this provision, County, may terminate this Agreement for breach, and if so terminated, Contractor shall be liable for actual and consequential damages. Except where exempted by federal law and except as provided in C.R.S. § 24-76.5-103(3), if Contractor receives federal or state funds under the contract, Contractor must confirm that any individual natural person eighteen (18) years of age or older is lawfully present in the United States, if such individual applies for public benefits provided under the contract. If Contractor operates as a sole proprietor, it hereby swears or affirms under penalty of perjury that it: (a) is a citizen of the United States or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States pursuant to federal law, (b) shall produce one of the forms of identification required by federal or state law, and (c) shall produce one of the forms of identification required by federal law prior to the effective date of the contract. 29. Attorney's Fees/Legal Costs. In the event of a dispute between County and Contractor concerning this Agreement, the parties agree that each party shall be responsible for the payment of attorney fees and/or legal costs incurred by or on its own behalf. 30. Binding Arbitration Prohibited. Weld County does not agree to binding arbitration by any extra judicial body or person. Any provision to the contrary in this Agreement or incorporated herein by reference shall be null and void. Acknowledgment. County and Contractor acknowledge that each has read this Agreement, understands it and agrees to be bound by its terms. Both parties further agree that this Agreement, with the attached Exhibits, is the complete and exclusive statement of agreement between the parties and supersedes all proposals or prior agreements, oral or written, and any other communications between the parties relating to the subject matter of this Agreement. 8 CONTRACTOR: SuperTrees Colorado LLC By: Name: ainourscrieibt--- Title: Colorado Manager 10/1/24 Date of Signature WELD COLTI� ATTEST: addyt)Jel Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: Deputy Clerk to the Board 9 ARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS D COUNTY COLORADO D. Ross, Chair OCT 0 7 2324 �05c1 Exhibit A Weld County Finance Department Purchasing Division 1301 North 17th Avenue Greeley, Colorado 80601 General Services - Invitation for Bid (IFB) Cover Sheet Bid Number: Title: Issue Date: P re -Bid Meeting: P re -Bid Location: Questions Due: Questions email: Bid Due Date: Bid Delivery: For additional information: IFB Schedules B2400126 Tree, removal, planting and maintenance August 15, 2024 August 29, 2024, at 10:00 AM 1105 H Street S eptember 5, 2024, by 5:00 PM bids@weld.gov S eptember 12, 2024, by 10:00 AM, Purchasing's Clock P referred email to bids@weld.gov or hand delivery to 1301 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 bids©weld.gov Documents Included in this Bid Package S chedule A: Bid Instructions S chedule B: Scope of Work S chedule C: Project Schedule S chedule D: Bid Form Schedule E: Insurance S chedule F: Weld County Contract IFB Attachments Attachment 1 — Site Plans Attachment 2 — Schedule of work Table of Contents General Services - Invitation for Bid (IFB) Cover Sheet 1 Documents Included in this Bid Package 1 IFB Schedules 1 IFB Attachments 1 Schedule A - Bid Instructions 3 P urpose/Background 3 Bid Advertisement 3 Bid Submission 3 Introductory Information 3 Cooperative Purchasing 4 Schedule B - Scope of Work 5 P roject Overview 5 Method of Procurement 5 P ricing Method 5 P roject Scope 5 Schedule C - Project Schedule 7 Schedule 7 Schedule D - Bid Form 8 Bid Submittal Instructions 8 Fees 8 Attestation 8 Schedule E — Insurance 10 Insurance 10 Insurance Mailing Information 11 Schedule F - Weld County Contract 12 Contractual Obligations 12 Weld County Standard Contract 12 Solicitation #B2400126 Page 2 Schedule A - Bid Instructions Purpose/Background The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, by and through its Purchasing Office (collectively referred to herein as, "Weld County"), wishes to purchase the following: Tree removal, planting and maintenance bid A mandatory pre -bid conference will be held on August 29 2024, 10:00AM at the Facilities Building located at 1105 H Street, Greeley, CO 80631. Bidders must participate and record their presence at the pre -bid conference to be eligible to submit bids. Bids will be received until: September 12, 2024, 2024 at 10:00 AM (Weld County Purchasing Time Clock). The submitted bids will be read over a Microsoft Teams Conference Call on September 29, 2024 at 10:30 AM. To join, call the phone number and enter the Conference ID provided below or you are invited to attend the bid opening in person at the Weld County Purchasing Conference Room, 1301 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631. Phone number: 720-439-5261 Phone Conference ID: 392 678 060# Bid Advertisement You can find information concerning this request on the BidNet Direct website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/ Weld County Government is a member of BidNet Direct. BidNet Direct is an on-line notification system which is being utilized by multiple non-profit and governmental entities. Participating entities post their bids, quotes, proposals, addendums, and awards on this one centralized system. Bid Submission 1. PREFERRED: email bids to bidsc weld.gov If your bid exceeds 25MB please upload your bid to https://www.bidnetdirect.com. The maximum file size to upload to BidNet Direct is 500 MB. If vendor does not desire email submission, sealed bids will be received at the Office of the Weld County Purchasing in the Weld County Building located at 1301 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 by the bid due date and time. 2. PDF format is required. Emailed bids must include the following statement on the email: "I hereby waive my right to a sealed bid". An email confirmation will be sent when your bid has been received. Please call Purchasing at 970-400-4222 or 4223 with any questions. Introductory Information 1. Bids shall be typewritten or written in ink on forms prepared by the Weld County Purchasing Division. Each bid must give the full business address of bidder and be signed by him with his usual signature. Bids by partnerships must furnish the full names of all partners and must be signed with the partnership name by one of the members of the partnership or by an authorized representative, followed by the signature and title of the person signing. Bids by corporations must be signed with the legal name of the corporation, followed by the name of the state of the incorporation and by the signature and title of the president, secretary, or other person authorized to bind it in the matter. The name of each person signing shall also be typed or printed below the signature. A bid by a person who affixes to his signature the Solicitation #B2400126 Page 3 word "president," "secretary," "agent," or other title without disclosing his principal, may be held to be the bid of the individual signing. When requested by the Weld County Procurement Manager satisfactory evidence of the authority of the officer signing on behalf of a corporation shall be furnished. A power of attorney must accompany the signature of anyone not otherwise authorized to bind the Bidder. All corrections or erasures shall be initialed by the person signing the bid. All bidders shall agree to comply with all of the conditions, requirements, specifications, and/or instructions of this bid as stated or implied herein. All designations and prices shall be fully and clearly set forth. All blank spaces in the bid forms shall be suitably filled in. Bidders are required to use the Proposal Forms which are included in this package and on the basis indicated in the Bid Forms. The Bid Proposal must be filled out completely, in detail, and signed by the Bidder. 2. Late or unsigned bids shall not be accepted or considered. It is the responsibility of the bidder to ensure that the bid arrives in the Weld County Purchasing Division on or prior to the time indicated in Section 1, entitled, "Notice to Bidders." Hard copy bids received prior to the time of opening will be kept unopened in a secure place. No responsibility will attach to the Weld County Procurement Manager for the premature opening of a bid not properly addressed and identified. Bids may be withdrawn upon written request to and approval of the Weld County Procurement Manager; said request being received from the withdrawing bidder prior to the time fixed for award. Negligence on the part of a bidder in preparing the bid confers no right for the withdrawal of the bid after it has been awarded. Bidders are expected to examine the conditions, specifications, and all instructions contained herein, failure to do so will be at the bidders' risk. 3. In accordance with Section 14-9(3) of the Weld County Home Rule Charter, Weld County will give preference to resident Weld County bidders in all cases where said bids are competitive in price and quality. It is also understood that Weld County will give preference to suppliers from the State of Colorado, in accordance with C.R.S. § 30-11-110 (when it is accepting bids for the purchase of any books, stationery, records, printing, lithographing or other supplies for any officer of Weld County). Weld County reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality in the bids, to award the bid to multiple vendors, and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners, is to the best interests of Weld County. The bid(s) may be awarded to more than one vendor. 4. In submitting the bid, the bidder agrees that the signed bid submitted, all of the documents of the Invitation for Bid contained herein (including, but not limited to the product specifications and scope of services), the formal acceptance of the bid by Weld County, and signature of the Chair of the Board of County Commissioners, together constitutes a contract, with the contract date being the date of signature by the Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. Cooperative Purchasing Weld County encourages cooperative purchasing in an effort to assist other agencies to reduce their cost of bidding and to make better use of taxpayer dollars through volume purchasing. Vendor(s) may, at their discretion, agree to extend the prices and/or terms of the resulting award to other state or local government agencies, school districts, or political subdivisions in the event they would have a need for the same product/service. Usage by any entity shall not have a negative impact on Weld County in the current term or in any future terms. Solicitation #B2400126 Page 4 Schedule B - Scope of Work Project Overview Weld County is seeking bids for a turn -key lump sum project for a vendor to provide Selective tree removal, planting and maintenance. Method of Procurement Invitation for Bid (IFB): is a procurement method often referred to as a sealed bid solicitation. When issued, the bid package is considered complete for bidding purposes. Responsiveness to the solicitation's terms and conditions are required. Incomplete or non -responsive bids will be eliminated from consideration. Low price is the key consideration by Weld County in awarding an IFB the contract. Pricing Method Lump Sum Price: The lump sum price is the simplest and easiest price. Based on specifications, the contractor estimates their cost to provide the work, adds a profit margin, then proposes the sum as a price of the project. Lump Sum requires the proposals to include a fixed, not -to -exceed lump sum, which shall include all costs that may be paid to the contractor. The solicitation may include an itemized list of costs, in which case the proposals shall include itemized costs. Project Scope 2024 Tree maintenance and replacement This project will include tree removal, stump removal, planting and pruning of several trees as shown on the attachments. All work shall be done in accordance with the following specifications and procedures. No deviations from these specifications will be allowed unless approved in writing by the Weld County project manager. 1. Contractor will provide City of Greeley contractor license. 2. Obtain right-of-way permits from the City of Greeley 3. Obtain utility locates for work areas. 4. Coordinate with the Grounds Supervisor daily on job location and updates. 5. Remove trees according to ISA standards. 6. Grind stumps to a depth of 24". 7. Select replacement trees that are free of pests and disease, has good canopy structure, and good root structure. 8. Plant proper trees according to maps and index provided. 9. Plant the trees according to ANSI 300 standards. a. Prune only broken, dead wood, and co -dominant leaders from canopy per industry best management practices. b. Slope sides of planting hole, scarify, and roughen sides prior to installing tree. c. Planting hole should be 2 times the size of the root ball to the slope and a total of 3 times the size of the root ball including the slope. d. Remove all of wire basket and burlap before planting. Remove excess soil away from root flare. e. Set top of root flare/first order roots at 1" to 2" above finish grade. Trees planted without the root flare visible will be rejected. Prune adventitious roots on trunk. Solicitation #B2400126 Page 5 10 Stake the newly planted trees using the Double Stake Method a Use 12" nylon tree strap with grommets on guy wire placed horizontally over lateral branch or intertwine to prevent slippage Do not twist straps tight around trunk b Use 6' steel post or wood stake with safety caps per specification Set one post to windward side and other opposite Other staking methods as approved 11 Create a water ring around the newly planted trees Form 2 high soil saucer around planting hole at outside of transition zone 12 Apply mulch within tree ring to a minimum depth of 2 - 3 inches a ' Circle of shredded wood mulch, 2" - 3" deep and 2" to 4" away from trunk, 8' diameter or to outer edge of planting hole, whichever is greater 13 Water the new trees immediately after planting 14 Repair any damage to turf and irrigation done during the removal, grinding, and planting _ process 15 Contractor is responsible for disposal of all plant material, debris, trash and any other materials that have been generated by this project 16 All bids over $50,000 00 will require the contractor to provide a 100% performance and 100% payment bond Solicitation #B2400126 Page 6 Schedule C - Project Schedule Schedule Below is the anticipated solicitation schedule for this project: Date of this Bid Advertisement Date Pre -bid conference Bid Questions Due Bids Are Due Bid Award Notice Contract Execution Contract completion August 15, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 29, 2024 September 5, 2024 September 12, 2024 September 30, 2024 October 14, 2024 November 15, 2024 Solicitation #B2400126 Page 7 Schedule D - Bid Form Bid Submittal Instructions The following items must be completed and submitted with your bid on or before the bid opening deadline of 10:00 AM on September 12, 2024: 1) Schedule B- Scope of Work 2) Schedule D — Bid Form 3) W9, if applicable.* 4) Any potential or future Addenda must be completed/acknowledged. 5) All other items as requested in the Bid Specifications and/or Scope of Work. *A current W9 is required for new bidders. If you have previously worked with Weld County, only provide your W9 if there has been a change. Failure to include any of the above items upon submittal of your bid may result in your bid being incomplete, non -responsive, and your bid being rejected. If there are any exclusions or contingencies submitted with your bid it may be disqualified. Fees Provide fees for this project in the space below: Item Price $ Tree and stump removal Tree selection and planting $ Tree pruning $ Total Lump Sum Cost $ The undersigned, by his or her signature, hereby acknowledges and represents that: 1. The bid proposed herein meets all the conditions, specifications and special provisions set forth in the Invitation for Bid for Request No. #B2400126. 2. The quotations set forth herein are exclusive of any federal excise taxes and all other state and local taxes. 3. He or she is authorized to bind the below -named bidder for the amount shown on the accompanying bid sheets. 4. Acknowledgement of Schedule E — Insurance and Bond 5. Acknowledgment of Schedule F — Weld County Contract 6. By submitting a responsive bid or proposal, the supplier agrees to be bound by all terms and conditions of the solicitation as established by Weld County. 7. Weld County reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality in the bids, and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners, is to the best interests of Weld County. The bid(s) may be awarded to more than one vendor. Attestation Solicitation #B2400126 Page 8 Item Company Name Address Entry Phone Email FEIN/Federal Tax ID # CONTRACTOR By Name Title Date of Signature Solicitation #B2400126 Page 9 Schedule E — Insurance Insurance 1. The Contractor shall furnish a certificate of insurance for commercial general liability, comprehensive automobile liability, workers' compensation, and professional liability upon notification of award and prior to performance. Work shall not commence under this Agreement/Contract until the Contractor has submitted to the County, and received approval thereof, the certificate of insurance showing compliance with the following types and coverage of insurance. a. Commercial General Liability Insurance: to include products liability, completed operations, contractual, broad form property damage, and personal injury. Each Occurrence General Aggregate $1,000,000 $2,000,000 b. Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance: to include all motor vehicles owned, hired, leased, or borrowed. Bodily Injury/Property Damage $1,000,000 (each accident) Personal Injury Protection Per Colorado Statutes c. Workers' Compensation Insurance: Per Colorado Statutes d. Professional Liability Insurance*: to include coverage for damages or claims for damages arising out of the rendering, or failure to render, any professional services. Each Occurrence $1,000,000 *This insurance requirement applies only to Contractors who are performing services under this Agreement as professionals licensed under the laws of the State of Colorado, such as physicians, lawyers, engineers, nurses, mental health providers, and any other licensed professionals. 2. The Contractor's commercial general liability, comprehensive automobile liability, workers' compensation, and professional liability insurance policies and/or certificates of insurance shall be issued to include Weld County Government as an "additional insured" and shall include the following provisions: a. Underwriters shall have no right of recovery or subrogation against the County, it being the intent of the parties that the insurance policies so affected shall protect both parties and be primary coverage for any and all losses resulting from the actions or negligence of the Contractor. b. The insurance companies issuing the policy or policies shall have no response against the County for payment of any premiums due or for any assessments under any form of any policy. Solicitation #B2400126 Page 10 c. Any and all deductibles contained in any insurance policy shall be assumed by and at the sole risk of the Contractor. 3. If any of the said policies shall be or at any time become unsatisfactory to the County as to form or substance, or if a company issuing any such policy shall be or at any time becomes unsatisfactory to the County, the Contractor shall promptly obtain a new policy, submit the same to the Purchasing Division of Weld County for approval, and thereafter submit a certificate of insurance as herein provided. a. Upon failure of the Contractor to furnish, deliver, and maintain such insurance as provided herein, this Agreement/Contract, at the election of the County, may be immediately declared suspended, discontinued, or terminated. b. Failure of the Contractor to obtain and/or maintain any required insurance shall not relieve the Contractor from any liability under the Agreement/Contract, nor shall the insurance requirements be construed to conflict with the obligations of the Contractor concerning indemnification. c. Contractor shall provide copies insurance coverage policies to the County department maintaining contract administration duties. These include initial policy, updated/changes to coverage, extensions, renewals, etc. 4. If the Contractor is a Joint Venture, then the respective parties thereto are each individually held fully responsible for completion of the project according to the terms of this Agreement. The parties thereto also have joint and several liabilities to the County for any liquidated damages assessed or for performance bond claims against the Joint Venture. The performance bond and all insurance required by this Agreement shall set forth the identity of each party to the Joint Venture. Insurance Mailing Information Certificates of Insurance, endorsements and bonds shall be provided to the County via electronic correspondence or mail using the information below: Email • Project Manager: Curtis Naibauer Email: cnaibauer@weld.gov Telephone: (970) 400-2027 Mail: Weld County Facilities Department ATTN: Curtis Naibauer PO Box 758 Greeley, CO 80632 Solicitation #B2400126 Page 11 Schedule F - Weld County Contract Contractual Obligations 1. The successful Contractor will be required to sign a contract substantially similar to the Weld County Standard Contract shown in Schedule F of this document. The County reserves the right to add or delete provisions to the form prior to Agreement execution. 2. Issuance of this solicitation does not commit the County to award any agreement or to procure. 3. If a formal contract is required, the Contractor agrees and understands that a Notice of Award does not constitute a contract or create a property interest of any nature until a contract is signed by the Awardee and the Board of County Commissioners and/or their authorized designee. 4. Contractor is responsible for reviewing the Weld County Standard Contract and understanding the terms and conditions contained therein, including, but not limited to, insurance requirements, indemnification, illegal aliens, equal opportunity, non - appropriation, and termination. 5. Contractor's Response to this solicitation is a willingness to enter into the Weld County Standard Contract or Contractor shall identify and include any proposed revisions they have for the Weld County Standard Contract. Any proposed revisions made by the Contractor after the County Notice of Intent to Award the Solicitation may be grounds for rescinding said Notice. The identification of willingness to enter into the standard Agreement is for general purposes at this time, but is part of the evaluation process and must be included. There may be negotiations on a project -by -project basis that provide further clarification. Weld County Standard Contract Service Agreement Between Weld County and [Contractor] THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of , 202_, by and between the Board of Weld County Commissioners, on behalf of [DEPARTMENT], hereinafter referred to as "County," and [CONTRACTOR], hereinafter referred to as "Contractor". WHEREAS, County requires an independent contractor to perform the services required by County and set forth in the attached Exhibits; and WHEREAS, Contractor is willing and has the specific ability to perform the required services at or below the cost set forth in the attached Exhibits; and WHEREAS, Contractor is authorized to do business in the State of Colorado and has the time, skill, expertise, and experience necessary to provide the equipment, materials and services as set forth below. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the parties hereto agree as follows: Solicitation #B2400126 Page 12 1. Introduction. The terms of this Agreement are contained in the terms recited in this document and in the attached Exhibits, each of which forms an integral part of this Agreement and are incorporated herein. The parties each acknowledge and agree that this Agreement, including the attached Exhibits, define the performance obligations of Contractor and Contractor's willingness and ability to meet those requirements (the "Work"). If a conflict occurs between this Agreement and any Exhibit or other attached document, the terms of this Agreement shall control, and the remaining order of precedence shall based upon order of attachment. Exhibit A consists of County's Request for Bid (RFB) as set forth in Bid Package No. Exhibit B consists of Contractor's Response to County's Request. B • 2. Service or Work. Contractor agrees to procure the materials, equipment and/or products necessary for the Work and agrees to diligently provide all services, labor, personnel and materials necessary to perform and complete the Work described in the attached Exhibits. Contractor shall further be responsible for the timely completion, and acknowledges that a failure to comply with the standards and requirements of Work within the time limits prescribed by County may result in County's decision to withhold payment or to terminate this Agreement. 3. Term. The term of this Agreement begins upon the date of the mutual execution of this Agreement, and ends one year later. Both of the parties to this Agreement understand and agree that the laws of the State of Colorado prohibit County from entering into Agreements which bind County for periods longer than one year. This Agreement may be extended upon mutual written agreement of the Parties. 4. Termination; Breach; Cure. County may terminate this Agreement for its own convenience upon thirty (30) days written notice to Contractor. Due to the time needed for County to procure replacement services, Contractor may terminate this Agreement for its own convenience upon ninety (90) days written notice to County. Either Party may immediately terminate this Agreement upon material breach of the other party, however the breaching party shall have fifteen (15) days after receiving such notice to cure such breach. Upon termination, County shall take possession of all materials, equipment, tools and facilities owned by County which Contractor is using, by whatever method it deems expedient; and, Contractor shall deliver to County all completed or partially completed Work under this Agreement, together with all other items, materials and documents which have been paid for by County, and these items, materials and documents shall be the property of County. Upon termination of this Agreement by County, Contractor shall have no claim of any kind whatsoever against the County by reason of such termination or by reason of any act incidental thereto, except for compensation for work satisfactorily performed and/or materials described herein properly delivered. 5. Extension or Amendment. Any amendments or modifications to this agreement shall be in writing signed by both parties. No additional services or work performed by Contractor shall be the basis for additional compensation unless and until Contractor has obtained written authorization and acknowledgement by County for such additional services. 6. Compensation. Upon Contractor's successful completion of the Work, and County's acceptance of the same, County agrees to pay Contractor an amount not to exceed $ as set forth in the Exhibits. No payment in excess of that set forth in the Exhibits will be made by County unless a Change Order authorizing such additional payment has been specifically approved by Weld County. If, at any time during the term or after termination or expiration of this Agreement, County reasonably determines that any payment made by County to Contractor was improper because the service for which payment was made did not perform as set forth in this Agreement, then upon written notice of such determination and request for reimbursement from County, Contractor shall forthwith return such payment(s) to County. Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, unexpended funds advanced by County, if any, shall Solicitation #B2400126 Page 13 forthwith be returned to County County will not withhold any taxes from monies paid to the Contractor hereunder and Contractor agrees to be solely responsible for the accurate reporting and payment of any taxes related to payments made pursuant to the terms of this Agreement Unless expressly enumerated in the attached Exhibits, Contractor shall not be entitled to be paid for any other expenses (e g mileage) Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, County shall have no obligations under this Agreement after, nor shall any payments be made to Contractor in respect of any period after December 31 of any year, without an appropriation therefore by County in accordance with a budget adopted by the Board of County Commissioners in compliance with Article 25, Title 30 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the Local Government Budget Law (C R S 29-1-101 et seq ) and the TABOR Amendment (Colorado Constitution, Article X, Sec 20) 7 Independent Contractor. Contractor agrees that it is an independent contractor and that Contractor's officers, agents or employees will not become employees of County, nor entitled to any employee benefits (including unemployment insurance or workers' compensation benefits) from County as a result of the execution of this Agreement Contractor shall be solely responsible for its acts and those of its agents and employees for all acts performed pursuant to this Agreement 8 Subcontractors. Contractor acknowledges that County has entered into this Agreement in reliance upon the particular reputation and expertise of Contractor Contractor shall not enter into any subcontractor agreements for the completion of the Work without County's prior written consent, which may be withheld in County's sole discretion County shall have the right in its reasonable discretion to approve all personnel assigned to the Work during the performance of this Agreement and no personnel to whom County has an objection, in its reasonable discretion, shall be assigned to the Work Contractor shall require each subcontractor, as approved by County and to the extent of the Work to be performed by the subcontractor, to be bound to Contractor by the terms of this Agreement, and to assume toward Contractor all the obligations and responsibilities which Contractor, by this Agreement, assumes toward County County shall have the right (but not the obligation) to enforce the provisions of this Agreement against any subcontractor hired by Contractor and Contractor shall cooperate in such process The Contractor shall be responsible for the acts and omissions of its agents, employees and subcontractors 9 Warranty. Contractor warrants that the Work performed under this Agreement will be performed in a manner consistent with the standards governing such services and the provisions of this Agreement Contractor further represents and warrants that all Work shall be performed by qualified personnel in a professional manner, consistent with industry standards, and that all services will conform to applicable specifications 10 Acceptance of Services Not a Waiver. Upon completion of the Work, Contractor shall submit to County originals of all test results, reports, etc , generated during completion of this work Acceptance by County of reports and incidental materials) furnished under this Agreement shall not in any way relieve Contractor of responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the project In no event shall any action by County hereunder constitute or be construed to be a waiver by County of any breach of this Agreement or default which may then exist on the part of Contractor, and County's action or inaction when any such breach or default exists shall not impair or prejudice any right or remedy available to County with respect to such breach or default No assent, expressed or implied, to any breach of any one or more covenants, provisions or conditions of the Agreement shall be deemed or taken to be a waiver of any other breach Acceptance by the County of, or payment for, the Work completed under this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any of the County's rights under this Agreement or under the law generally 11 Insurance. Contractor must secure, before the commencement of the Work, the following insurance covering all operations, goods, and services provided pursuant to this Agreement, and shall keep the required insurance coverage in force at all times during the term of the Agreement, or any extension Solicitation #82400126 Page 14 thereof; and during any warranty period For all coverages, Contractor's insurer shall waive subrogation rights against County Types of Insurance. Workers' Compensation /Employer's Liability Insurance as required by state statute, covering all of the Contractor's employees acting within the course and scope of their employment The policy shall contain a waiver of subrogation against the County This requirement shall not apply when a Contractor or subcontractor is exempt under Colorado Workers' Compensation Act , AND when such Contractor or subcontractor executes the appropriate sole proprietor waiver form Commercial General Liability Insurance including public liability and property damage, covering all operations required by the Work Such policy shall include minimum limits as follows $1,000,000 each occurrence, $1,000,000 general aggregate, $1,000,000 Personal injury $5,000, Medical payment per person Automobile Liability Insurance Contractor shall maintain limits of $1,000,000 for bodily injury per person, $1,000,000 for bodily injury for each accident, and $1,000,000 for property damage applicable to all vehicles operating both on County property and elsewhere, for vehicles owned, hired, and non - owned vehicles used in the performance of this Contract Proof of Insurance. Upon County's request, Contractor shall provide to County a certificate of insurance, a policy, or other proof of insurance as determined in County's sole discretion County may require Contractor to provide a certificate of insurance naming Weld County, its elected officials, and its employees as an additional named insured Subcontractor Insurance Contractor hereby warrants that all subcontractors providing services under this Agreement have or will have the above described insurance prior to their commencement of the Work, or otherwise that they are covered by the Contractor's policies to the minimum limits as required herein Contractor agrees to provide proof of insurance for all such subcontractors upon request by the County No limitation of Liability The insurance coverages specified in this Agreement are the minimum requirements, and these requirements do not decrease or limit the liability of Contractor The County in no way warrants that the minimum limits contained herein are sufficient to protect the Contractor from liabilities that might arise out of the performance of the Work under by the Contractor, its agents, representatives, employees, or subcontractors The Contractor shall assess its own risks and if it deems appropriate and/or prudent, maintain higher limits and/or broader coverages The Contractor is not relieved of any liability or other obligations assumed or pursuant to the Contract by reason of its failure to obtain or maintain insurance in sufficient amounts, duration, or types The Contractor shall maintain, at its own expense, any additional kinds or amounts of insurance that it may deem necessary to cover its obligations and liabilities under this Agreement 12 Indemnity. The Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless County, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against any and all injury, loss, damage, liability, suits, actions, claims, or willful acts or omissions of any type or character arising out of the Work done in fulfillment of the terms of this Agreement or on account of any act, claim or amount arising or recovered under workers' compensation law or arising out of the failure of the Contractor to conform to any statutes, ordinances, regulation, judicial decision, or other law or court decree The Contractor shall be fully responsible and liable for any and all injuries or damage received or sustained by any person, persons, or property on account of its performance under this Agreement or its failure to comply with the provisions of the Agreement It is agreed that the Contractor will be responsible for primary loss investigation, defense and judgment costs Solicitation #B2400126 Page 15 where this contract of indemnity applies. In consideration of the award of this contract, the Contractor agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against the County its associated and/or affiliated entities, successors, or assigns, its elected officials, trustees, employees, agents, and volunteers for losses arising from the work performed by the Contractor for the County. A failure to comply with this provision shall result in County's right to immediately terminate this Agreement. 13. Non -Assignment. Contractor may not assign or transfer this Agreement or any interest therein or claim thereunder, without the prior written approval of County. Any attempts by Contractor to assign or transfer its rights hereunder without such prior approval by County shall, at the option of County, automatically terminate this Agreement and all rights of Contractor hereunder. Such consent may be granted or denied at the sole and absolute discretion of County. 14. Examination of Records. To the extent required by law, the Contractor agrees that an duly authorized representative of County, including the County Auditor, shall have access to and the right to examine and audit any books, documents, papers and records of Contractor, involving all matters and/or transactions related to this Agreement. Contractor agrees to maintain these documents for three years from the date of the last payment received. 15. Interruptions. Neither party to this Agreement shall be liable to the other for delays in delivery or failure to deliver or otherwise to perform any obligation under this Agreement, where such failure is due to any cause beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to Acts of God, fires, strikes, war, flood, earthquakes or Governmental actions. 16. Notices. All notices or other communications made by one party to the other concerning the terms and conditions of this contract shall be deemed delivered under the following circumstances: a) personal service by a reputable courier service requiring signature for receipt; or b) five (5) days following delivery to the United States Postal Service, postage prepaid addressed to a party at the address set forth in this contract; or c) electronic transmission via email at the address set forth below, where a receipt or acknowledgment is required and received by the sending party; or Either party may change its notice address(es) by written notice to the other. Notice may be sent to: TO CONTRACTOR: Name: Position: Address: Address: E-mail: Phone: TO COUNTY: Name: Position: Address: Address: E-mail: Phone: Solicitation #B2400126 Page 16 17 Compliance with Law. Contractor shall strictly comply with all applicable federal and State laws, rules and regulations in effect or hereafter established, including without limitation, laws applicable to discnmmation and unfair employment practices 18, Non -Exclusive Agreement. This Agreement is nonexclusive and County may engage or use other Contractors or persons to perform services of the same or similar nature 19 Entire Agreement/Modifications. This Agreement including the Exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein, contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement , This instrument supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and understandings or agreements with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement This Agreement may be changed or supplemented only by a written instrument signed by both parties 20 Fund Availability. Financial obligations of the County payable after the current fiscal year are contingent upon funds for that purpose being appropriated, budgeted and otherwise made available , Execution of this Agreement by County does not create an obligation on the part of County to expend funds not otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year 21 Employee Financial Interest/Conflict of Interest — C.R.S. §§24-18-201 et seq. and §24-50-507. The signatories to this Agreement state that to their knowledge, no employee of Weld County has any personal or beneficial interest whatsoever in the service or property which is the subject matter of this Agreement 22 Survival of Termination. The obligations,of the parties under this Agreement that by their nature would continue beyond expiration or termination of this Agreement (including, without limitation, the warranties, indemnification obligations, confidentiality and record keeping requirements) shall survive any such expiration or termination 23 Severability. If any term or condition of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, this Agreement shall be construed and enforced without such provision, to the extent that this Agreement is then capable of execution within the original intent of the parties 24 Governmental Immunity. No term or condition of this Agreement shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections or other provisions, of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act §§24-10-101 et seq , as applicable now or hereafter amended 25 No Third -Party Beneficiary. It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing in this Agreement shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this Agreement It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this Agreement shall be an incidental beneficiary only 26 Board of County Commissioners of Weld County Approval. This Agreement shall not be valid until it has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, or its designee 27 Choice of Law/Jurisdiction. Colorado law, and rules and regulations established pursuant thereto, shall be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this Agreement Any provision included or incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws, rules and/or regulations shall be null and void In the event of a legal dispute between the parties, Contractor agrees that the Weld County District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve said dispute Solicitation #B2410126 Page 17 28 Public Contracts for Services. Contractor certifies, warrants, and agrees that it does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien who will perform work under this Agreement Contractor will confirm the employment eligibility of all employees who are newly hired for employment in the United States to perform work under this Agreement, through participation in the E-Venfy program Contractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement or enter into a contract with a subcontractor that fails to certify with Contractor that the subcontractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement Contractor shall not use E -Verify Program or State of Colorado program procedures to undertake pre- employment screening or job applicants while this Agreement is being performed If Contractor obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Contractor shall notify the subcontractor and County within three (3) days that Contractor has actual knowledge that a subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien and shall terminate the subcontract if a subcontractor does not stop employing or contracting with the illegal alien within three (3) days of receiving notice Contractor shall not terminate the contract if within three days the subcontractor provides information to establish that the subcontractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with an illegal alien Contractor shall comply with reasonable requests made in the course of an investigation by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment Contractor shall, within twenty days after hiring a new employee to perform work under the contract, affirm that Contractor has examined the legal work status of such employee, retained file copies of the documents, and not altered or falsified the identification documents for such employees Contractor shall deliver to County, a written notarized affirmation that it has examined the legal work status of such employee and shall comply with all the other requirements of federal or state law If Contractor fails to comply with any requirement of this provision, County, may terminate this Agreement for breach, and if so terminated, Contractor shall be liable for actual and consequential damages Except where exempted by federal law and except as provided in C R S § 24-76 5-103(3), if Contractor receives federal or state funds under the contract, Contractor must confirm that any individual natural person eighteen (18) years of age or older is lawfully present in the United States, if such individual applies for public benefits provided under the contract If Contractor operates as a sole proprietor, it hereby swears or affirms under penalty of perjury that it (a) is a citizen of the United States or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States pursuant to federal law, (b) shall produce one of the forms of identification required by federal or state law, and (c) shall produce one of the forms of identification required by federal law prior to the effective date of the contract 29 Attorney's Fees/Legal Costs. In the event of a dispute between County and Contractor concerning this Agreement, the parties agree that each party shall be responsible for the payment of attorney fees and/or legal costs incurred by or on its own behalf 30 Binding Arbitration Prohibited Weld County does not agree to binding arbitration by any extra- judicial body or person Any provision to the contrary in this Agreement or incorporated herein by reference shall be null and void Acknowledgment. County and Contractor acknowledge that each has read this Agreement, understands it and agrees to be bound by its terms Both parties further agree that this Agreement, with the attached Exhibits, is the complete and exclusive statement of agreement between the parties and supersedes all proposals or prior agreements, oral or written, and any other communications between the parties relating to the subject matter of this Agreement CONTRACTOR Solicitation #B2400126 Page 18 By: Name: Title: Date of Signature WELD COUNTY: ATTEST: Weld County Clerk to the Board BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO BY: Deputy Clerk to the Board [Insert Name], Chair Solicitation #B2400126 Page 19 IExhibit B IFB Schedules [4:4. f l 8 61 COUNT Weld County Finance Department Purchasing Division 1301 North 17th Avenue Greeley, Colorado 80601 General Services - Invitation for Bid (IFB) Cover Sheet Bid Number: Title: Issue Date: P re -Bid Meeting: P re -Bid Location: Questions Due: Questions email: Bid Due Date: Bid Delivery: B2400126 Tree, removal, planting and maintenance August 15, 2024 August 29, 2024, at 10:00 AM 1105 H Street September 5, 2024, by 5:00 PM bids©weld.gov September 12, 2024, by 10:00 AM, Purchasing's Clock Preferred email to bids©weld.gov or hand delivery to 1301 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 For additional information: bids@weld.gov Documents Included in this Bid Package IFB Attachments S chedule A: Bid Instructions Schedule B: Scope of Work Schedule C: Project Schedule S chedule D: Bid Form S chedule E: Insurance S chedule F: Weld County Contract Attachment 1 — Site Plans Attachment 2 — Schedule of work Table of Contents General Services - Invitation for Bid (IFB) Cover Sheet 1 Documents Included in this Bid Package 1 IFB Schedules 1 IFB Attachments 1 Schedule A - Bid Instructions 3 Purpose/Background 3 Bid Advertisement 3 Bid Submission 3 Introductory Information 3 Cooperative Purchasing 4 Schedule B - Scope of Work 5 P roject Overview 5 Method of Procurement 5 P ricing Method 5 P roject Scope 5 Schedule C - Project Schedule 7 Schedule 7 Schedule D - Bid Form 8 Bid Submittal Instructions 8 Fees 8 Attestation 8 Schedule E — Insurance 10 Insurance 10 Insurance Mailing Information 11 Schedule F - Weld County Contract 12 Contractual Obligations 12 Weld County Standard Contract 12 Solicitation #B2400126 Page 2 Schedule A - Bid Instructions Purpose/Background The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, by and through its Purchasing Office (collectively referred to herein as, "Weld County"), wishes to purchase the following: Tree removal, planting and maintenance bid A mandatory pre -bid conference will be held on August 29 2024, 10:00AM at the Facilities Building located at 1105 H Street, Greeley, CO 80631. Bidders must participate and record their presence at the pre -bid conference to be eligible to submit bids. Bids will be received until: September 12, 2024, 2024 at 10:00 AM (Weld County Purchasing Time Clock). The submitted bids will be read over a Microsoft Teams Conference Call on September 29, 2024 at 10:30 AM. To join, call the phone number and enter the Conference ID provided below or you are invited to attend the bid opening in person at the Weld County Purchasing Conference Room, 1301 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631. Phone number: 720-439-5261 Phone Conference ID: 392 678 060# Bid Advertisement You can find information concerning this request on the BidNet Direct website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/ Weld County Government is a member of BidNet Direct. BidNet Direct is an on-line notification system which is being utilized by multiple non-profit and governmental entities. Participating entities post their bids, quotes, proposals, addendums, and awards on this one centralized system. Bid Submission 1. PREFERRED: email bids to bids[a�weld.gov If your bid exceeds 25MB please upload your bid to https://www.bidnetdirect.com. The maximum file size to upload to BidNet Direct is 500 MB. If vendor does not desire email submission, sealed bids will be received at the Office of the Weld County Purchasing in the Weld County Building located at 1301 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 by the bid due date and time. 2. PDF format is required. Emailed bids must include the following statement on the email: "I hereby waive my right to a sealed bid". An email confirmation will be sent when your bid has been received. Please call Purchasing at 970-400-4222 or 4223 with any questions. Introductory Information 1 Bids shall be typewritten or written in ink on forms prepared by the Weld County Purchasing Division. Each bid must give the full business address of bidder and be signed by him with his usual signature. Bids by partnerships must furnish the full names of all partners and must be signed with the partnership name by one of the members of the partnership or by an authorized representative, followed by the signature and title of the person signing. Bids by corporations must be signed with the legal name of the corporation, followed by the name of the state of the incorporation and by the signature and title of the president, secretary, or other person authorized to bind it in the matter. The name of each person signing shall also be typed or printed below the signature. A bid by a person who affixes to his signature the Solicitation #B2400126 Page 3 word "president," "secretary," "agent," or other title without disclosing his principal, may be held to be the bid of the individual signing. When requested by the Weld County Procurement Manager satisfactory evidence of the authority of the officer signing on behalf of a corporation shall be furnished. A power of attorney must accompany the signature of anyone not otherwise authorized to bind the Bidder. All corrections or erasures shall be initialed by the person signing the bid. All bidders shall agree to comply with all of the conditions, requirements, specifications, and/or instructions of this bid as stated or implied herein. All designations and prices shall be fully and clearly set forth. All blank spaces in the bid forms shall be suitably filled in. Bidders are required to use the Proposal Forms which are included in this package and on the basis indicated in the Bid Forms. The Bid Proposal must be filled out completely, in detail, and signed by the Bidder. 2. Late or unsigned bids shall not be accepted or considered. It is the responsibility of the bidder to ensure that the bid arrives in the Weld County Purchasing Division on or prior to the time indicated in Section 1, entitled, "Notice to Bidders." Hard copy bids received prior to the time of opening will be kept unopened in a secure place. No responsibility will attach to the Weld County Procurement Manager for the premature opening of a bid not properly addressed and identified. Bids may be withdrawn upon written request to and approval of the Weld County Procurement Manager; said request being received from the withdrawing bidder prior to the time fixed for award. Negligence on the part of a bidder in preparing the bid confers no right for the withdrawal of the bid after it has been awarded. Bidders are expected to examine the conditions, specifications, and all instructions contained herein, failure to do so will be at the bidders' risk. 3. In accordance with Section 14-9(3) of the Weld County Home Rule Charter, Weld County will give preference to resident Weld County bidders in all cases where said bids are competitive in price and quality. It is also understood that Weld County will give preference to suppliers from the State of Colorado, in accordance with C.R.S. § 30-11-110 (when it is accepting bids for the purchase of any books, stationery, records, printing, lithographing or other supplies for any officer of Weld County). Weld County reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality in the bids, to award the bid to multiple vendors, and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners, is to the best interests of Weld County. The bid(s) may be awarded to more than one vendor. 4. In submitting the bid, the bidder agrees that the signed bid submitted, all of the documents of the Invitation for Bid contained herein (including, but not limited to the product specifications and scope of services), the formal acceptance of the bid by Weld County, and signature of the Chair of the Board of County Commissioners, together constitutes a contract, with the contract date being the date of signature by the Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. Cooperative Purchasing Weld County encourages cooperative purchasing in an effort to assist other agencies to reduce their cost of bidding and to make better use of taxpayer dollars through volume purchasing. Vendor(s) may, at their discretion, agree to extend the prices and/or terms of the resulting award to other state or local government agencies, school districts, or political subdivisions in the event they would have a need for the same product/service. Usage by any entity shall not have a negative impact on Weld County in the current term or in any future terms. Solicitation #B2400126 Page 4 Schedule B - Scope of Work Project Overview Weld County is seeking bids for a turn -key lump sum project for a vendor to provide Selective tree removal, planting and maintenance. Method of Procurement Invitation for Bid (IFB): is a procurement method often referred to as a sealed bid solicitation. When issued, the bid package is considered complete for bidding purposes. Responsiveness to the solicitation's terms and conditions are required. Incomplete or non -responsive bids will be eliminated from consideration. Low price is the key consideration by Weld County in awarding an IFB the contract. Pricing Method Lump Sum Price: The lump sum price is the simplest and easiest price. Based on specifications, the contractor estimates their cost to provide the work, adds a profit margin, then proposes the sum as a price of the project. Lump Sum requires the proposals to include a fixed, not -to -exceed lump sum, which shall include all costs that may be paid to the contractor. The solicitation may include an itemized list of costs, in which case the proposals shall include itemized costs. Project Scope 2024 Tree maintenance and replacement This project will include tree removal, stump removal, planting and pruning of several trees as shown on the attachments. All work shall be done in accordance with the following specifications and procedures. No deviations from these specifications will be allowed unless approved in writing by the Weld County project manager. 1. Contractor will provide City of Greeley contractor license. 2. Obtain right-of-way permits from the City of Greeley 3. Obtain utility locates for work areas. 4. Coordinate with the Grounds Supervisor daily on job location and updates. 5. Remove trees according to ISA standards. 6. Grind stumps to a depth of 24". 7. Select replacement trees that are free of pests and disease, has good canopy structure, and good root structure. 8. Plant proper trees according to maps and index provided. 9. Plant the trees according to ANSI 300 standards. a. Prune only broken, dead wood, and co -dominant leaders from canopy per industry best management practices. b. Slope sides of planting hole, scarify, and roughen sides prior to installing tree. c. Planting hole should be 2 times the size of the root ball to the slope and a total of 3 times the size of the root ball including the slope. d. Remove all of wire basket and burlap before planting. Remove excess soil away from root flare. e. Set top of root flare/first order roots at 1" to 2" above finish grade. Trees planted without the root flare visible will be rejected. Prune adventitious roots on trunk. Solicitation #B2400126 Page 5 10 Stake the newly planted trees using the Double Stake Method a Use 12" nylon tree strap with grommets on guy wire placed horizontally over lateral branch or intertwine to prevent slippage Do not twist straps tight around trunk b Use ,6' steel post or wood stake with safety caps per specification Set one post to windward side and other opposite Other staking methods as approved 11 Create a water ring around the newly planted trees Form 2 high soil saucer around planting hole at outside of transition zone 12 Apply mulch within tree ring to a minimum depth of 2 - 3 inches a Circle of shredded wood mulch, 2" - 3" deep and 2" to 4" away from trunk, 8' diameter or to outer edge of planting hole, whichever is greater 13 Water the new trees immediately after planting 14 -Repair any damage to turf and irrigation done during the removal, grinding, and planting process 15 Contractor is responsible for disposal of all plant material, debris, trash and any other materials that have been generated by this project 16 All bids over $50,000 00 will require the contractor to provide a 100% performance and 100% payment bond Solicitation #B2400126 Page 6 Schedule C - Project Schedule Schedule Below is the anticipated solicitation schedule for this project Date of this Bid Advertisement Date Pre -bid conference Bid Questions Due Bids Are Due Bid Award Notice Contract Execution Contract completion August 15, 2024 August 15, 2024 August 29, 2024 S eptember 5, 2024 September 12, 2024 S eptember 30, 2024 October 14, 2024 N ovember 15, 2024 Solicitation #B2400126 Page 7 Schedule D - Bid Form Bid Submittal Instructions The following items must be completed and submitted with your bid on or before the bid opening deadline of 10:00 AM on September 12, 2024: 1) Schedule B- Scope of Work 2) Schedule D — Bid Form 3) W9, if applicable.* 4) Any potential or future Addenda must be completed/acknowledged. 5) All other items as requested in the Bid Specifications and/or Scope of Work. *A current W9 is required for new bidders. If you have previously worked with Weld County, only provide your W9 if there has been a change. Failure to include any of the above items upon submittal of your bid may result in your bid being incomplete, non -responsive, and your bid being rejected. If there are any exclusions or contingencies submitted with your bid it may be disqualified. Fees Provide fees for this project in the space below: Item Price Tree and stump removal $24,730 Tree selection and planting $12,100 Tree pruning $8,780 Total Lump Sum Cost $45,610 The undersigned, by his or her signature, hereby acknowledges and represents that: 1. The bid proposed herein meets all the conditions, specifications and special provisions set forth in the Invitation for Bid for Request No. #B2400126. 2. The quotations set forth herein are exclusive of any federal excise taxes and all other state and local taxes. 3. He or she is authorized to bind the below -named bidder for the amount shown on the accompanying bid sheets. 4. Acknowledgement of Schedule E — Insurance and Bond 5. Acknowledgment of Schedule F — Weld County Contract 6. By submitting a responsive bid or proposal, the supplier agrees to be bound by all terms and conditions of the solicitation as established by Weld County. 7. Weld County reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informality in the bids, and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners, is to the best interests of Weld County. The bid(s) may be awarded to more than one vendor. Attestation Solicitation #B2400126 Page 8 Item Entry Company Name: SuperTrees Colorado LLC Address: 5185 Emerson St. Denver CO 80216 Phone 303.819.4157 johnk@supertrees.com Email: 20-4071367 FEIN/Federal Tax ID #: CONTRACTOR: By: Name: David Bourscheidt Title: Colorado Manager 9/11/24 Date of Signature Solicitation #B2400126 Page 9 Schedule E — Insurance Insurance 1. The Contractor shall furnish a certificate of insurance for commercial general liability, comprehensive automobile liability, workers' compensation, and professional liability upon notification of award and prior to performance. Work shall not commence under this Agreement/Contract until the Contractor has submitted to the County, and received approval thereof, the certificate of insurance showing compliance with the following types and coverage of insurance. a. Commercial General Liability Insurance: to include products liability, completed operations, contractual, broad form property damage, and personal injury. Each Occurrence General Aggregate $1,000,000 $2,000,000 b. Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance: to include all motor vehicles owned, hired, leased, or borrowed. Bodily Injury/Property Damage $1,000,000 (each accident) Personal Injury Protection Per Colorado Statutes c. Workers' Compensation Insurance: Per Colorado Statutes d. Professional Liability Insurance*: to include coverage for damages or claims for damages arising out of the rendering, or failure to render, any professional services. Each Occurrence $1,000,000 *This insurance requirement applies only to Contractors who are performing services under this Agreement as professionals licensed under the laws of the State of Colorado, such as physicians, lawyers, engineers, nurses, mental health providers, and any other licensed professionals. 2. The Contractor's commercial general liability, comprehensive automobile liability, workers' compensation, and professional liability insurance policies and/or certificates of insurance shall be issued to include Weld County Government as an "additional insured" and shall include the following provisions: a. Underwriters shall have no right of recovery or subrogation against the County, it being the intent of the parties that the insurance policies so affected shall protect both parties and be primary coverage for any and all losses resulting from the actions or negligence of the Contractor. b. The insurance companies issuing the policy or policies shall have no response against the County for payment of any premiums due or for any assessments under any form of any policy. Solicitation #B2400126 Page 10 c. Any and all deductibles contained in any insurance policy shall be assumed by and at the sole risk of the Contractor. 3. If any of the said policies shall be or at any time become unsatisfactory to the County as to form or substance, or if a company issuing any such policy shall be or at any time becomes unsatisfactory to the County, the Contractor shall promptly obtain a new policy, submit the same to the Purchasing Division of Weld County for approval, and thereafter submit a certificate of insurance as herein provided. a. Upon failure of the Contractor to furnish, deliver, and maintain such insurance as provided herein, this Agreement/Contract, at the election of the County, may be immediately declared suspended, discontinued, or terminated. b. Failure of the Contractor to obtain and/or maintain any required insurance shall not relieve the Contractor from any liability under the Agreement/Contract, nor shall the insurance requirements be construed to conflict with the obligations of the Contractor concerning indemnification. c. Contractor shall provide copies insurance coverage policies to the County department maintaining contract administration duties. These include initial policy, updated/changes to coverage, extensions, renewals, etc. 4. If the Contractor is a Joint Venture, then the respective parties thereto are each individually held fully responsible for completion of the project according to the terms of this Agreement. The parties thereto also have joint and several liabilities to the County for any liquidated damages assessed or for performance bond claims against the Joint Venture. The performance bond and all insurance required by this Agreement shall set forth the identity of each party to the Joint Venture. Insurance Mailing Information Certificates of Insurance, endorsements and bonds shall be provided to the County via electronic correspondence or mail using the information below: Email • Project Manager: Curtis Naibauer Email: cnaibauer@weld.gov Telephone: (970) 400-2027 Mail: Weld County Facilities Department ATTN: Curtis Naibauer PO Box 758 Greeley, CO 80632 Solicitation #B2400126 Page 11 Schedule F - Weld County Contract Contractual Obligations 1 The successful Contractor will be required to sign a contract substantially similar to the Weld County Standard Contract shown in Schedule F of this document. The County reserves the right to add or delete provisions to the form prior to Agreement execution. 2. Issuance of this solicitation does not commit the County to award any agreement or to procure. 3. If a formal contract is required, the Contractor agrees and understands that a Notice of Award does not constitute a contract or create a property interest of any nature until a contract is signed by the Awardee and the Board of County Commissioners and/or their authorized designee. 4. Contractor is responsible for reviewing the Weld County Standard Contract and understanding the terms and conditions contained therein, including, but not limited to, insurance requirements, indemnification, illegal aliens, equal opportunity, non - appropriation, and termination. 5. Contractor's Response to this solicitation is a willingness to enter into the Weld County Standard Contract or Contractor shall identify and include any proposed revisions they have for the Weld County Standard Contract. Any proposed revisions made by the Contractor after the County Notice of Intent to Award the Solicitation may be grounds for rescinding said Notice. The identification of willingness to enter into the standard Agreement is for general purposes at this time, but is part of the evaluation process and must be included. There may be negotiations on a project -by -project basis that provide further clarification. Weld County Standard Contract Service Agreement Between Weld County and [Contractor] THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of , 202_, by and between the Board of Weld County Commissioners, on behalf of [DEPARTMENT], hereinafter referred to as "County," and [CONTRACTOR], hereinafter referred to as "Contractor". WHEREAS, County requires an independent contractor to perform the services required by County and set forth in the attached Exhibits; and WHEREAS, Contractor is willing and has the specific ability to perform the required services at or below the cost set forth in the attached Exhibits; and WHEREAS, Contractor is authorized to do business in the State of Colorado and has the time, skill, expertise, and experience necessary to provide the equipment, materials and services as set forth below. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the parties hereto agree as follows: Solicitation #B2400126 Page 12 1. Introduction. The terms of this Agreement are contained in the terms recited in this document and in the attached Exhibits, each of which forms an integral part of this Agreement and are incorporated herein. The parties each acknowledge and agree that this Agreement, including the attached Exhibits, define the performance obligations of Contractor and Contractor's willingness and ability to meet those requirements (the "Work"). If a conflict occurs between this Agreement and any Exhibit or other attached document, the terms of this Agreement shall control, and the remaining order of precedence shall based upon order of attachment. Exhibit A consists of County's Request for Bid (RFB) as set forth in Bid Package No. Exhibit B consists of Contractor's Response to County's Request. B • 2. Service or Work. Contractor agrees to procure the materials, equipment and/or products necessary for the Work and agrees to diligently provide all services, labor, personnel and materials necessary to perform and complete the Work described in the attached Exhibits. Contractor shall further be responsible for the timely completion, and acknowledges that a failure to comply with the standards and requirements of Work within the time limits prescribed by County may result in County's decision to withhold payment or to terminate this Agreement. 3. Term. The term of this Agreement begins upon the date of the mutual execution of this Agreement, and ends one year later. Both of the parties to this Agreement understand and agree that the laws of the State of Colorado prohibit County from entering into Agreements which bind County for periods longer than one year. This Agreement may be extended upon mutual written agreement of the Parties. 4. Termination; Breach; Cure. County may terminate this Agreement for its own convenience upon thirty (30) days written notice to Contractor. Due to the time needed for County to procure replacement services, Contractor may terminate this Agreement for its own convenience upon ninety (90) days written notice to County. Either Party may immediately terminate this Agreement upon material breach of the other party, however the breaching party shall have fifteen (15) days after receiving such notice to cure such breach. Upon termination, County shall take possession of all materials, equipment, tools and facilities owned by County which Contractor is using, by whatever method it deems expedient; and, Contractor shall deliver to County all completed or partially completed Work under this Agreement, together with all other items, materials and documents which have been paid for by County, and these items, materials and documents shall be the property of County. Upon termination of this Agreement by County, Contractor shall have no claim of any kind whatsoever against the County by reason of such termination or by reason of any act incidental thereto, except for compensation for work satisfactorily performed and/or materials described herein properly delivered. 5. Extension or Amendment. Any amendments or modifications to this agreement shall be in writing signed by both parties. No additional services or work performed by Contractor shall be the basis for additional compensation unless and until Contractor has obtained written authorization and acknowledgement by County for such additional services. 6. Compensation. Upon Contractor's successful completion of the Work, and County's acceptance of the same, County agrees to pay Contractor an amount not to exceed $ as set forth in the Exhibits. No payment in excess of that set forth in the Exhibits will be made by County unless a Change Order authorizing such additional payment has been specifically approved by Weld County. If, at any time during the term or after termination or expiration of this Agreement, County reasonably determines that any payment made by County to Contractor was improper because the service for which payment was made did not perform as set forth in this Agreement, then upon written notice of such determination and request for reimbursement from County, Contractor shall forthwith return such payment(s) to County. Upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, unexpended funds advanced by County, if any, shall Solicitation #82400126 Page 13 forthwith be returned to County. County will not withhold any taxes from monies paid to the Contractor hereunder and Contractor agrees to be solely responsible for the accurate reporting and payment of any taxes related to payments made pursuant to the terms of this Agreement. Unless expressly enumerated in the attached Exhibits, Contractor shall not be entitled to be paid for any other expenses (e.g. mileage). Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, County shall have no obligations under this Agreement after, nor shall any payments be made to Contractor in respect of any period after December 31 of any year, without an appropriation therefore by County in accordance with a budget adopted by the Board of County Commissioners in compliance with Article 25, Title 30 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the Local Government Budget Law (C.R.S. 29-1-101 et. seq.) and the TABOR Amendment (Colorado Constitution, Article X, Sec. 20). 7. Independent Contractor. Contractor agrees that it is an independent contractor and that Contractor's officers, agents or employees will not become employees of County, nor entitled to any employee benefits (including unemployment insurance or workers' compensation benefits) from County as a result of the execution of this Agreement. Contractor shall be solely responsible for its acts and those of its agents and employees for all acts performed pursuant to this Agreement. 8. Subcontractors. Contractor acknowledges that County has entered into this Agreement in reliance upon the particular reputation and expertise of Contractor. Contractor shall not enter into any subcontractor agreements for the completion of the Work without County's prior written consent, which may be withheld in County's sole discretion. County shall have the right in its reasonable discretion to approve all personnel assigned to the Work during the performance of this Agreement and no personnel to whom County has an objection, in its reasonable discretion, shall be assigned to the Work. Contractor shall require each subcontractor, as approved by County and to the extent of the Work to be performed by the subcontractor, to be bound to Contractor by the terms of this Agreement, and to assume toward Contractor all the obligations and responsibilities which Contractor, by this Agreement, assumes toward County. County shall have the right (but not the obligation) to enforce the provisions of this Agreement against any subcontractor hired by Contractor and Contractor shall cooperate in such process. The Contractor shall be responsible for the acts and omissions of its agents, employees and subcontractors. 9. Warranty. Contractor warrants that the Work performed under this Agreement will be performed in a manner consistent with the standards governing such services and the provisions of this Agreement. Contractor further represents and warrants that all Work shall be performed by qualified personnel in a professional manner, consistent with industry standards, and that all services will conform to applicable specifications. 10. Acceptance of Services Not a Waiver. Upon completion of the Work, Contractor shall submit to County originals of all test results, reports, etc., generated during completion of this work. Acceptance by County of reports and incidental material(s) furnished under this Agreement shall not in any way relieve Contractor of responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the project. In no event shall any action by County hereunder constitute or be construed to be a waiver by County of any breach of this Agreement or default which may then exist on the part of Contractor, and County's action or inaction when any such breach or default exists shall not impair or prejudice any right or remedy available to County with respect to such breach or default. No assent, expressed or implied, to any breach of any one or more covenants, provisions or conditions of the Agreement shall be deemed or taken to be a waiver of any other breach. Acceptance by the County of, or payment for, the Work completed under this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver of any of the County's rights under this Agreement or under the law generally. 11. Insurance. Contractor must secure, before the commencement of the Work, the following insurance covering all operations, goods, and services provided pursuant to this Agreement, and shall keep the required insurance coverage in force at all times during the term of the Agreement, or any extension Solicitation #B2400126 Page 14 thereof, and during any warranty period For all coverages, Contractor's insurer shall waive subrogation rights against County Types of Insurance. Workers' Compensation /Employer's Liability Insurance as required by state statute, covenng all of the Contractor's employees acting within the course and scope of their employment The policy shall contain a waiver of subrogation against the County This requirement shall not apply when a Contractor or subcontractor is exempt under Colorado Workers' Compensation Act , AND when such Contractor or subcontractor executes the appropriate sole proprietor waiver form Commercial General Liability Insurance including public liability and property damage, covering all operations required by the Work Such policy shall include minimum limits as follows $1,000,000 each' occurrence, $1,000,000 general aggregate, $1,000,000 Personal injury $5,000, Medical payment per person Automobile Liability Insurance Contractor shall maintain limits of $1,000,000 for bodily injury per person, $1,000,000 for bodily injury for each accident, and $1,000,000 for property damage applicable to all vehicles operating both on County property and elsewhere, for vehicles owned, hired, and non - owned vehicles used in the performance of this Contract Proof of Insurance. Upon County's request, Contractor shall provide to County a certificate of insurance, a policy, or other proof of insurance as determined in County's sole discretion County may require Contractor to provide a certificate of insurance naming Weld County, its elected officials, and its employees as an additional named insured Subcontractor Insurance Contractor hereby warrants that all subcontractors providing services under this Agreement have or will have the above described insurance prior to their commencement of the Work, or otherwise that they are covered by the Contractor's policies to the minimum limits as required herein Contractor agrees to provide proof of insurance for all such subcontractors upon request by the County No limitation of Liability The insurance coverages specified in this Agreement are the minimum requirements, and these requirements do not decrease or limit the liability of Contractor The County in no way warrants that the minimum limits contained herein are sufficient to protect the Contractor from liabilities that might arise out of the performance of the Work under by the Contractor, its agents, representatives, employees, or subcontractors The Contractor shall assess its own risks and if it deems appropriate and/or prudent, maintain higher limits and/or broader coverages The Contractor is not relieved of any liability or other obligations assumed or pursuant to the Contract by reason of its failure to obtain or maintain insurance in sufficient amounts, duration, or types The Contractor shall mamtam, at its own expense, any additional kinds or amounts of insurance that it may deem necessary to cover its obligations and liabilities under this Agreement 12 Indemnity. The Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless County, its officers, agents, and employees, from and against any and all injury, loss, damage, liability, suits, actions, claims, or willful acts or omissions of any type or character arising out of the Work done in fulfillment of the terms of this Agreement or on account of any act, claim or amount arising or recovered under workers' compensation law or arising out of the failure of the Contractor to conform to any statutes, ordinances, regulation, judicial decision, or other law or court decree The Contractor shall be fully responsible and liable for any and all injuries or damage received or sustained by any person, persons, or property on account of ,its performance under this Agreement or its failure to comply with the provisions of the Agreement It is agreed that the Contractor will be responsible for primary loss investigation, defense and judgment costs Solicitation #82400126 Page 15 where this contract of indemnity applies. In consideration of the award of this contract, the Contractor agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against the County its associated and/or affiliated entities, successors, or assigns, its elected officials, trustees, employees, agents, and volunteers for losses arising from the work performed by the Contractor for the County. A failure to comply with this provision shall result in County's right to immediately terminate this Agreement. 13. Non -Assignment. Contractor may not assign or transfer this Agreement or any interest therein or claim thereunder, without the prior written approval of County. Any attempts by Contractor to assign or transfer its rights hereunder without such prior approval by County shall, at the option of County, automatically terminate this Agreement and all rights of Contractor hereunder. Such consent may be granted or denied at the sole and absolute discretion of County. 14. Examination of Records. To the extent required by law, the Contractor agrees that an duly authorized representative of County, including the County Auditor, shall have access to and the right to examine and audit any books, documents, papers and records of Contractor, involving all matters and/or transactions related to this Agreement. Contractor agrees to maintain these documents for three years from the date of the last payment received. 15. Interruptions. Neither party to this Agreement shall be liable to the other for delays in delivery or failure to deliver or otherwise to perform any obligation under this Agreement, where such failure is due to any cause beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to Acts of God, fires, strikes, war, flood, earthquakes or Governmental actions. 16. Notices. All notices or other communications made by one party to the other concerning the terms and conditions of this contract shall be deemed delivered under the following circumstances: a) personal service by a reputable courier service requiring signature for receipt; or b) five (5) days following delivery to the United States Postal Service, postage prepaid addressed to a party at the address set forth in this contract; or c) electronic transmission via email at the address set forth below, where a receipt or acknowledgment is required and received by the sending party; or Either party may change its notice address(es) by written notice to the other. Notice may be sent to: TO CONTRACTOR: Name: Position: Address: Address: E-mail: Phone: TO COUNTY: Name: Position: Address: Address: E-mail: Phone: Solicitation #B2400126 Page 16 17 Compliance with Law. Contractor shall strictly comply with all applicable federal and State laws, rules and regulations in effect or hereafter established, including without limitation, laws applicable to discrimination and unfair employment practices 18 Non -Exclusive Agreement. This Agreement is nonexclusive and County may engage or use other Contractors or persons to perform services of the same or similar nature 19 Entire Agreement/Modifications. This Agreement including the Exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein, contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement This instrument supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and understandings or agreements with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement This Agreement may be changed or supplemented only by a written instrument signed by both parties 20 Fund Availability., Financial obligations of the County payable after the current fiscal year are contingent upon funds for that purpose being appropriated, budgeted and otherwise made available Execution of this Agreement by County does not create an obligation on the part of County to expend funds not otherwise appropriated in each succeeding year 21 Employee Financial Interest/Conflict of Interest — C.R.S. §§24-18-201 et seq. and §24-50-507. The signatories to this Agreement state that to their knowledge, no employee of Weld County has any personal or beneficial interest whatsoever in the service or property which is the subject matter of this Agreement 22 Survival of Termination. The obligations of the parties under this Agreement that by their nature would continue beyond expiration or termination of this Agreement (including, without limitation, the warranties, indemnification obligations, confidentiality and record keeping requirements) shall survive any such expiration or termination 23 Severability. If any term or condition of this Agreement shall be held to be mvand, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, this Agreement shall be construed and enforced without such provision, to the extent that this Agreement is then capable of execution within the original intent of the parties 24 Governmental Immunity. No term or condition of this Agreement shall be construed or interpreted as a waiver, express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections or other provisions, of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act §§24-10-101 et seq , as applicable now or hereafter amended 25 No Third -Party Beneficiary. It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and all rights of action relating to such enforcement, shall be strictly reserved to the undersigned parties and nothing in this Agreement shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this Agreement It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this Agreement shall be an incidental beneficiary only 26 Board of County Commissioners of Weld County Approval. This Agreement shall not be valid until it has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, or its designee 27 Choice of Law/Jurisdiction. Colorado law, and rules and regulations established pursuant thereto, shall be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this Agreement Any provision included or incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws, rules and/or regulations shall be null and void In the event of a legal dispute between the parties, Contractor agrees that the Weld County District Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve said dispute Solicitation #B2400126 Page 17 28 Public Contracts for Services. Contractor certifies, warrants, and agrees that it does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien who will perform work under this Agreement Contractor will confirm the employment eligibility of all employees who are newly hired for employment in the United States to perform work under this Agreement, through participation in the E-Venfy program Contractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement or enter into a contract with a subcontractor that fails to certify with Contractor that the subcontractor shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement Contractor shall not use E -Verify Program or State of Colorado program procedures to undertake pre- employment screening or job applicants while this Agreement is being performed If Contractor obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Contractor shall notify the subcontractor and County within three (3) days that Contractor has actual knowledge that a subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien and shall terminate the subcontract if a subcontractor does not stop employing or contracting with the illegal alien within three (3) days of receiving notice Contractor shall not terminate the contract if within three days the subcontractor provides information to establish that the subcontractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with an illegal alien Contractor shall comply with reasonable requests made in the course of an investigation by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment Contractor shall, within twenty days after hiring a new employee to perform work under the contract, affirm that Contractor has examined the legal work status of such employee, retained file copies of the documents, and not altered or falsified the identification documents for such employees Contractor shall deliver to County, a written notarized affirmation that it has examined the legal work status of such employee and shall comply with all the other requirements of federal or state law If Contractor fails to comply with any requirement of this provision, County, may terminate this Agreement for breach, and if so terminated, Contractor shall be liable for actual and consequential damages Except where exempted by federal law and except as provided in C R S § 24-76 5-103(3), if Contractor receives federal or state funds under the contract, Contractor must confirm that any individual natural person eighteen (18) years of age or older is lawfully present in the United States, if such individual applies for public benefits provided under the contract If Contractor operates as a sole proprietor, it hereby swears or affirms under penalty of perjury that it (a) is a citizen of the United States or is otherwise lawfully present in the United States pursuant to federal law, (b) shall produce one of the forms of identification required by federal or state law, and (c) shall produce one of the forms of identification required by federal law prior to the effective date of the contract 29 Attorney's Fees/Legal Costs. In the event of a dispute between County and Contractor concerning this Agreement, the parties agree that each party shall be responsible for the payment of attorney fees and/or legal costs incurred by or on its own behalf 30 Binding Arbitration Prohibited Weld County does not agree to binding arbitration by any extra- judicial body or person Any provision to the contrary in this Agreement or incorporated herein by reference shall be null and void Acknowledgment. County and Contractor acknowledge that each has read this Agreement, understands it and agrees to be bound by its terms Both parties further agree that this Agreement, with the attached Exhibits, is the complete and exclusive statement of agreement between the parties and supersedes all proposals or prior agreements, oral or written, and any other communications between the parties relating to the subject matter of this Agreement CONTRACTOR Solicitation #B2400126 Page 18 By: Name: Title: Date of Signature WELD COUNTY: ATTEST: Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO Deputy Clerk to the Board [Insert Name], Chair Solicitation #B2400126 Page 19 AW ®� CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE DATE (MM/DD/YYY`() THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER IMPORTANT If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the pohcy(Ies) must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement A statement on this certificate does not confer nghts to the certificate holder m lieu of such endorsement(s) PRODUCER CONTACT Brown & Brown Brown & Brown Insurance Services, Inc 601 SW 2nd Avenue, Suite 1200 Portland, OR 97204 MPHONE IX Mat, E., 503-274-6511 I IX No) 503-274-6524 Res. col@bbrown corn INSURER(S) AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIL # www bbrown corn INSURER CIr1Clrinatl Specialty UrlderWrIterS Ins Co 13037 INSURED SUpertrees, Inc 10301 S Kraxberger Road INSURERS Cincinnati Insurance Company 10677 INSURER SAIF INSURER Zurich American Insurance Company 16535 Canby OR 97013 INSURERS Gemini Insurance Company 10833 INSURER F COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER 82012500 REVISION NUMBER THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS TV TYPE OF INSURANCE TO AZ POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFF (MMIDD/YYYY) POLICY EXP (MMIDD/YYYY) LIMITS A / COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY ICLAIMS -MADE 2 OCCUR i ,/ CSO0185705 4/1/2024 4/1/2025 EACH OCCURRENCE $1,000,000 PREM SESO(Ea occurrOence) $ 100,000 MED EXP (Any one person) $ 1,000 PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $ 1,000,000 GEN L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER POLICY EI .78, LOC OTHER GENERAL AGGREGATE $2,000,000 PRODUCTS COMP/OPAGG $2,000,000 B AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY , ANY AUTO AOWTOSNED ONLY U HIRED AUTOS ONLY SCHEDULED AUTOS NON OWNED AUTOS ONLY ✓ ✓ EPP0649330 4/1/2024 4/1/2025 COMBINEDSINGLELIMIT (Ea accident) $ 1,000,000 BODILY INJURY (Per person) $ BODILY INJURY (Per accident) PROPERTY DAMAGE _(Per acadenU $ Included A B UMBRELIALIAB EXCESS LIAR ,/ OCCUR CLAIMS -MADE ✓ CSU5254862 Excess over GL 4/1/2024 4/1/2025 EACH OCCURRENCE $3,000,000 AGGREGATE $ 3,000,000 DED I I RETENTION $ C D WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS LIABILITY AN YPROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUT1vE YIN OFFICER/MEMBEREXCLUDED� � (Mandatory m NH) If yes descnbe under DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below / NIA 773377 2185915 9/1/2024 9/1/2024 9/1/2025 9/1/2025 ,/ I STA UTE I I ERH EL EACH ACCIDENT $1,000,000 E L DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE $ 1,000,000 E L DISEASE POLICY LIMIT $ 1,000,000 B E B Inland Marine Professional E&O Umbrella, over CO/UT Autos EPP0649330 VNPL010055 EPP0649330 4/1/2024 4/1/2024 4/1/2024 4/1/2025 4/1/2025 4/1/2025 Contractor's Equipment Blanket $451,168 Aggregate/Each Claim $1,000,000 Aggregate/Each Occur $2,000,000 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS /VEHICLES (ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule may be attached if more space is required) Additional Insured status applied per form CSGA 437, Waiver of Subrogation per form CSGA 4087 CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE Weld County THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN 1105 H Street ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS Greely CO 80631 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE Michael Thomas © 1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION All rights reserved ACORD 25 (2016/03) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD 82012500 100503101 124/25 Master I Courtney Sweeney 9/23/224 11 39 4:e AM (HST) Page 1 " This certificate cancels and supersedes ALL previously issued rtificates AGENCY CUSTOMER ID: 00503101 LOC #: ACORD ADDITIONAL REMARKS SCHEDULE Page of AGENCY NAMED INSURED Brown & Brown Insurance Services, Inc. Supertrees, Inc. 10301 S Kraxberger Road POLICY NUMBER Canby OR 97013 CSU0185705 CARRIER NAIL CODE Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters Ins Co 13037 EFFECTIVE DATE: 4/1/2024 ADDITIONAL REMARKS THIS ADDITIONAL REMARKS FORM IS A SCHEDULE TO ACORD FORM, FORM NUMBER: 25 FORM TITLE: Certificate of Liability (03/16) HOLDER: Weld County ADDRESS: 1105 H Street Greely CO 80631 Supertrees, Inc. dba: Supertrees of Oregon dba: Supertrees Utah, LLC dba: Supertrees Colorado, LLC ACORD 101 (2008/01) © 2008 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD ATTACHMENT 82012500 100503101 24/25 Master Courtney Sweeney 9/23/224 11:39:49 AM (HST) Page 2 of 5 This certificate cancels and supersedes ALL previously issued certificates. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY CSGA 4087 12 12 THIS ENDORSEMENT CHANGES THE POLICY. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. WAIVER OF TRANSFER OF RIGHTS OF RECOVERY AGAINST OTHERS TO US - PER CONTRACT This endorsement modifies insurance provided under the following: COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY COVERAGE PART PRODUCTS/COMPLETED OPERATIONS LIABILITY COVERAGE PART The following is added to Paragraph 8. Transfer of Rights of Recovery Against Others to Us of SECTION IV - CONDITIONS: If you have agreed, in a written contract or agreement, to provide a waiver of any right of recovery against a person or organization, we will waive any right of recovery we may have against that person or organization because of payments we make for injury or damage arising out of your ongoing operations or "your work" done under a contract with that person or organization and included in the "products -completed operations hazard". This waiver applies only to that person or organization for which you have agreed to in a written contract to provide said waiver. CSGA 4087 12 12 Includes copyrighted material of Insurance Services Office, Inc., with its permission. Page 1 of 1 82012500 100503101 24/25 Master Courtney Sweeney 9/23/2024 11:39:48 iT (HST) Page 3 " This certificate cancels and supersedes ALL previously issued certificats. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY CSGA 437 12 13 THIS ENDORSEMENT CHANGES THE POLICY. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY. ADDITIONAL INSURED - OWNERS, LESSEES OR CONTRACTORS - AUTOMATIC STATUS WHEN REQUIRED IN CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT WITH YOU - OPERATIONS AND COMPLETED OPERATIONS This endorsement modifies insurance provided under the following: COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY COVERAGE PART A. SECTION II - WHO IS AN INSURED is amended to include as an additional insured any person or organization when you and such person or organization have agreed in writing in a contract or agreement that such person or organization be added as an additional insured on your policy, but only with respect to "bodily injury", "property damage" or "personal and advertising injury" caused, in whole or in part, by: 1. Your acts or omissions in the perform- ance of your ongoing operations for the additional insured; 2. The acts or omissions of those acting on your behalf in the performance of your ongoing operations for the additional in- sured; or 3. Your work" performed for the additional insured and induded in the "products - completed operations hazard". If not specified otherwise in the written con- tract or agreement, a person's or organiza- tion's status as an additional insured under this endorsement ends one year after your opera- tions for that additional insured are completed. The written contract or agreement must be currently in effect or become effective during the term of this Coverage Part. The contract or agreement must be executed prior to the "bod- ily injury", "property damage" or "personal and advertising injury' to which this endorsement pertains. However: 1. The insurance afforded to such additional insured only applies to the extent permit- ted by law; and CSGA 437 12 13 2. If coverage provided to the additional in- sured is required by a contract or agree- ment, the insurance afforded to such ad- ditional insured will not be broader than that which you are required by the con- tract or agreement to provide for such ad- ditional linsured. B. With respect to the insurance afforded to these additional insureds, the following addi- tional exdusions apply: This insurance does not apply to: 1. "Bodily injury", "property damage" or "per- sonal and advertising injury" arising out of the rendering of, or the failure to render, any professional architectural, engineer- ing or surveying services, including: a. The preparing, approving, or failing to prepare or approve, maps, shop drawings, opinions, reports, surveys, field orders, change orders or draw- ings and specifications; or 0. Supervisory, inspection, architectural or engineering activities. 2. "Bodily injury" or "property damage" aris- ing out of "your work" for which a consoli- dated (wrap-up) insurance program has been provided by the prime contrac- tor/project manager or owner of the con- struction project in which you are involved. 3. "Bodily injury", "property damage" or "per- sonal and advertising injury' to any em- ployee of you or to any obligation of the additional insured to indemnity another because of damages arising out of such injury. Includes copyrighted material of ISO Properties, Inc., with its permission. Page 1 of 2 82012500 00503101 24/25 Master Courtney Sweeney 9/23/2024 11:3:4e AM (HST) Page 4 " This certificate cancels and supersedes ALL previously issued certificats. 4. "Bodily injury", "property damage" or "per- sonal and advertising injury for which the Named Insured is afforded no coverage under this policy of insurance. C. With respect to the insurance afforded to these additional insureds, SECTION III - LIM- ITS OF INSURANCE is amended to include: The limits applicable to the additional insured are those specified in the written contract or agreement or in the Dedarations of this Cov- erage Part, whichever is less. If no limits are specified in the written contract or agreement, the limits applicable to the additional insured are those specified in the Declarations of this Coverage Part. The limits of insurance are in- clusive of and not in addition to the limits of in- surance shown in the Dedarations. CSGA 437 12 13 D. With respect to the insurance afforded to these additional insureds, SECTION IV - COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY CON- DITIONS, 4. Other Insurance is amended to include: Any coverage provided herein will be excess over any other valid and collectible insurance available to the additional insured whether primary, excess, contingent or on any other basis unless you have agreed in a written con- tract or written agreement executed prior to any loss that this insurance will be primary. This insurance will be noncontributory only if you have so agreed in a written contract or written agreement executed prior to any loss and this coverage is determined to be primary. Includes copyrighted material of ISO Properties, Inc., with its permission. Page 2 of 2 82012500 00503101 24/25 Master Courtney Sweeney 9/23/2024 '-,Z 48 AM (HST) Page 5 °" This certificate cancels and supersedes ALL previously issued certificts. Contract For Entity Information Entity Name * SUPER TREES COLORADO Entity ID* @00049076 O New Entity? Contract Name* Contract ID REMOVAL, PLANTING AND MAINTENANCE OF TREES. 8736 Contract Status CTB REVIEW Contract Lead * CNAIBAUER Contract Lead Email cnaibauer@weld.gov Contract Description * TREE MAINTENANCE, REMOVAL AND PLANTING - B2400126. Contract Description 2 Contract Type* CONTRACT Amount* $45,610.00 Renewable* NO Automatic Renewal Grant IGA Parent Contract ID Requires Board Approval YES Department Project # Department Requested BOCC Agenda Due Date BUILDINGS AND Date* 10/03/2024 GROUNDS 10/07/2024 Department Email CM- BuildingGrounds@weld.go Department Head Email CM-BuildingGrounds- DeptHead@weld.gov County Attorney GENERAL COUNTY ATTORNEY EMAIL County Attorney Email CM- COUNTYATTORNEY@WEL D.GOV If this is a renewal enter previous Contract ID If this is part of a MSA enter MSA Contract ID Will a work session with BOCC be required?* NO Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be included? YES Bid/RFP #* B2400126 Note: the Previous Contract Number and Master Services Agreement Number should be left blank if those contracts are not in OnBase Contract Dates Effective Date Termination Notice Period Contact Information Review Date* 12/09/2024 Committed Delivery Date Renewal Date Expiration Date* 12/09/2024 Contact Info Contact Name Contact Type Contact Email Contact Phone 1 Contact Phone 2 Purchasing Purchasing Approver Purchasing Approved Date T0BY TAYLOR 10/02/2024 Approval Process Department Head PATRICK 0'NEILL DH Approved Date 10/01/2024 Final Approval BOCC Approved BOCC Signed Date BOCC Agenda Date 10/07/2024 Finance Approver CHERYL PATTELLI Legal Counsel BYRON HOWELL Finance Approved Date Legal Counsel Approved Date 10/02/2024 10/02/2024 Tyler Ref* AG 100724 Originator CNAIBAUER Hello