HomeMy Public PortalAbout194-2021 - Code Enforcement - Cox Excavating Plus - Porch Removal 2110 & 2116 East Main Street ORIGINAL
AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this '1 day of VAS✓ , 20 2-i, and referred to
as Contract No. 194-2021, by and between the City of Richmond, Indigiia, a municipal corporation
acting by and through its Board of Public Works and Safety (hereinafter referred to as the "City") and
Cox Excavating Plus LLC, 4971 US 27 South, Richmond, Indiana, 47374 (hereinafter referred to as the
"Contractor").
SECTION I. STATEMENT AND SUBJECT OF WORK
City hereby retains Contractor to perform services in connection with the demolition of certain structures
located in Richmond, Indiana, (the "Project") which services shall include demolition, removal of debris,
and restoration of the site as more specifically set forth in the Notice to Bidders. The structure is as
follows:
Front porch and steps only-down to grade
level-2110 E Main Street,Richmond,Indiana $3,125.00
Front porch steps only-down to grade
level-2116 E Main Street,Richmond,Indiana $3,125.00
TOTAL: $6,250.00
An advertised bid solicitation for bids to be opened on December 2, 2021, had previously been made
available for inspection by the City's Department of Code Enforcement, and quotes were not received by
any parties, allowing alternative open market solicitation pursuant to IC 5-22-10-10. The response of
Contractor upon said further solicitation is attached hereto as Exhibit A, which Exhibit is dated December
9, 2021, consists of two (2) pages, and is also hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this
Agreement.
Should any provisions, terms, or conditions contained in any of the documents attached hereto as
Exhibits, or in any of the documents incorporated by reference herein, conflict with any of the provisions,
terms, or conditions of this Agreement,this Agreement shall be controlling.
The Contractor shall furnish all labor, material, equipment, and services necessary for the proper
completion of all work specified.
No performance of services shall commence until the following has been met:
1. The City is in receipt of any required certificates of insurance and/or warranties;
2. The City is in receipt of any required affidavit signed by Contractor in accordance
with Indiana Code 22-5-1.7-11(a)(2);and
3. A purchase order has been issued by the Purchasing Department.
SECTION II. STATUS OF CONTRACTOR
Contractor shall be deemed to be an independent contractor and is not an employee or agent of the City of
Richmond. The Contractor shall provide, at its own expense, competent supervision of the work.
Contract No. 194-2021
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SECTION III. COMPENSATION
City shall pay Contractor an amount not to exceed Six Thousand Two Hundred Fifty Dollars and Zero
Cents ($6,250.00) for complete and satisfactory performance of said Project as set forth above and as set
forth on Contractor's quote(Exhibit A).
SECTION IV. TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement shall become effective when signed by the parties and shall continue in effect until
satisfactory completion of the Project. Demolition is expected to start five (5) days after issuance of the
notice to proceed.
Notwithstanding the term of this Agreement, City may terminate this Agreement in whole or in part, for
cause, at any time by giving at least five (5)working days written notice specifying the effective date and
the reasons for termination which shall include but not be limited to the following:
a. failure,for any reason of the Contractor to fulfill in a timely manner
its obligations under this Agreement;
b. submission of a report,other work product, or advice,whether oral or written,by the
Contractor to the City that is incorrect, incomplete, or does not meet reasonable
professional standards in any material respect;
c. ineffective or improper use of funds provided under this Agreement;
d. suspension or termination of the grant funding to the City under which this Agreement
is made; or
e. unavailability of sufficient funds to make payment on this Agreement.
In the event of such termination,the City shall be required to make payment for all work performed prior
to the date this Agreement is terminated,but shall be relieved of any other responsibility herein.
This Agreement may also be terminated, in whole or in part, by mutual Agreement of the parties by
setting forth the reasons for such termination,the effective date, and in the case of partial termination,the
portion to be terminated.
This Agreement may also be terminated by the City if a force-majeure event occurs and the results or
aftereffects of said event causes the performance of this Agreement to become impossible or highly
impracticable. Said event or results or aftereffects of said event would include events or effects which the
parties to this Agreement could not have anticipated or controlled. Examples of a force-majeure event, or
its results,would include, but would not be limited to, events such as an Act of God, an Act of Nature, an
Act of Law, or an Emergency Act of Executive Enforcement of the Federal government, the State of
Indiana, or local government.
SECTION V. INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE
Contractor agrees to obtain insurance and to indemnify the City for any damage or injury to person or
property or any other claims which may arise from the Contractor's conduct or performance of this
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Agreement, either intentionally or negligently; provided, however, that nothing contained in this
Agreement shall be construed as rendering the Contractor liable for acts of the City, its officers,agents,or
employees. Contractor shall as a prerequisite to this Agreement, purchase and thereafter maintain such
insurance as will protect it from the claims set forth below which may arise out of or result from the
Contractor's operations under this Agreement, whether such operations by the Contractor or by any sub-
contractors or by anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or by anyone for whose acts the
Contractor may be held responsible.
Coverage Limits
A. Worker's Compensation& Statutory
Disability Requirements
B. Employer's Liability $100,000
C. Comprehensive General Liability
Section 1. Bodily Injury $1,000,000 each occurrence
$2,000,000 aggregate
Section 2. Property Damage $1,000,000 each occurrence
D. Comprehensive Auto Liability
Section 1. Bodily Injury $1,000,000 each person
$1,000,000 each occurrence
Section 2. Property Damage $1,000,000 each occurrence
E. Comprehensive Umbrella Liability $1,000,000 each occurrence
$2,000,000 each aggregate
SECTION VI. COMPLIANCE WITH WORKER'S COMPENSATION LAW
Contractor shall comply with all provisions of the Indiana Worker's Compensation law, and shall, before
commencing work under this Agreement, provide the City a certificate of insurance, or a certificate from
the industrial board showing that the Contractor has complied with Indiana Code Sections 22-3-2-5, 22-3-
5-1 and 22-3-5-2. If Contractor is an out of state employer and therefore subject to another state's
worker's compensation law, Contractor may choose to comply with all provisions of its home state's
worker's compensation law and provide the City proof of such compliance in lieu of complying with the
provisions of the Indiana Worker's Compensation Law.
SECTION VII. COMPLIANCE WITH INDIANA E-VERIFY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Pursuant to Indiana Code 22-5-1.7, Contractor is required to enroll in and verify the work eligibility status
of all newly hired employees of the contractor through the Indiana E-Verify program. Contractor is not
required to verify the work eligibility status of all newly hired employees of the contractor through the
Indiana E-Verify program if the Indiana E-Verify program no longer exists. Prior to the performance of
this Agreement, Contractor shall provide to the City its signed Affidavit affirming that Contractor does
not knowingly employ an unauthorized alien in accordance with IC 22-5-1.7-11 (a) (2). In the event
Contractor violates IC 22-5-1.7 the Contractor shall be required to remedy the violation not later than
thirty (30) days after the City notifies the Contractor of the violation. If Contractor fails to remedy the
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violation within the thirty (30) day period provided above, the City shall consider the Contractor to be in
breach of this Agreement and this Agreement will be terminated. If the City determines that terminating
this Agreement would be detrimental to the public interest or public property, the City may allow this
Agreement to remain in effect until the City procures a new contractor. If this Agreement is terminated
under this section, then pursuant to IC 22-5-1.7-13 (c) the Contractor will remain liable to the City for
actual damages.
SECTION VIII. IRAN INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
Pursuant to Indiana Code(IC) 5-22-16.5, Contractor certifies that Contractor is not engaged in investment
activities in Iran. In the event City determines during the course of this Agreement that this certification
is no longer valid, City shall notify Contractor in writing of said determination and shall give contractor
ninety (90) days within which to respond to the written notice. In the event Contractor fails to
demonstrate to the City that the Contractor has ceased investment activities in Iran within ninety(90)days
after the written notice is given to the Contractor, the City may proceed with any remedies it may have
pursuant to IC 5-22-16.5. In the event the City determines during the course of this Agreement that this
certification is no longer valid and said determination is not refuted by Contractor in the manner set forth
in IC 5-22-16.5, the City reserves the right to consider the Contractor to be in breach of this Agreement
and terminate the agreement upon the expiration of the ninety(90)day period set forth above.
SECTION IX. PROHIBITION AGAINST DISCRIIVIINATION
A. Pursuant to Indiana Code 22-9-1-10, Contractor, any sub-contractor, or any person acting on
behalf of Contractor or any sub-contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment to be employed in the performance of this Agreement, with respect to
hire, tenure, terms, conditions or privileges of employment or any matter directly or indirectly
related to employment, because of race, religion, color, sex, disability, national origin, or
ancestry.
B. Pursuant to Indiana Code 5-16-6-1,the Contractor agrees:
1. That in the hiring of employees for the performance of work under this Agreement of any
subcontract hereunder, Contractor, any subcontractor, or any person acting on behalf of
Contractor or any sub-contractor, shall not discriminate by reason of race,religion, color,
sex, national origin or ancestry against any citizen of the State of Indiana who is qualified
and available to perform the work to which the employment relates;
2. That Contractor, any sub-contractor, or any person action on behalf of Contractor or any
sub-contractor shall in no manner discriminate against or intimidate any employee hired
for the performance of work under this Agreement on account of race, religion, color,
sex,national origin or ancestry;
3. That there may be deducted from the amount payable to Contractor by the City under this
Agreement, a penalty of five dollars ($5.00) for each person for each calendar day during
which such person was discriminated against or intimidated in violation of the provisions
of the Agreement; and
4. That this Agreement may be canceled or terminated by the City and all money due or to
become due hereunder may be forfeited, for a second or any subsequent violation of the
terms or conditions of this section of the Agreement.
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C. Violation of the terms or conditions of this Agreement relating to discrimination or intimidation
shall be considered a material breach of this Agreement.
SECTION X. RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Contractor hereby agrees to release and hold harmless the City and all officers, employees, or agents of
the same from all liability which may arise in the course of Contractor's performance of its obligations
pursuant to this Agreement.
SECTION XI.MISCELLANEOUS
This Agreement is personal to the parties hereto and neither party may assign or delegate any of its rights
or obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other party. Any such delegation or
assignment, without the prior written consent of the other party, shall be null and void. This Agreement
shall be controlled by and interpreted according to Indiana law and shall be binding upon the parties,their
successors and assigns. This document constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties, although it
may be altered or amended in whole or in part at any time by filing with the Agreement a written
instrument setting forth such changes signed by both parties. By executing this Agreement the parties
agree that this document supersedes any previous discussion, negotiation, or conversation relating to the
subject matter contained herein.
This Agreement may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be an
original and all of which shall constitute but one and the same instrument.
The parties hereto submit to jurisdiction of the courts of Wayne County, Indiana, and any suit arising out
of this Contract must be filed in said courts. The parties specifically agree that no arbitration or mediation
shall be required prior to the commencement of legal proceedings in said Courts. By executing this
Agreement, Contractor is estopped from bringing suit or any other action in any alternative forum, venue,
or in front of any other tribunal, court, or administrative body other than the Circuit or Superior Courts of
Wayne County, Indiana, regardless of any right Contractor may have to bring such suit in front of other
tribunals or in other venues.
Any person executing this Contract in a representative capacity hereby warrants that he/she has been duly
authorized by his or her principal to execute this Contract.
In the event of any breach of this Agreement by Contractor, and in addition to any other damages or
remedies, Contractor shall be liable for all costs incurred by City in its efforts to enforce this Agreement,
including but not limited to, City's reasonable attorney's fees.
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In the event that an ambiguity, question of intent, or a need for interpretation of this Agreement arises,
this Agreement shall be construed as if,drafted jointly by the parties, and no presumption or burden of
proof shall arise favoring or disfavoring any party by virtue of the authorship of any of the provisions of
this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement at Richmond, Indiana, as of the day
and year first written above, although signatures may be affixed on different dates.
"CITY" "CONTRACTOR"
THE CITY OF RICHMOND, COX EXCAVATING PLUS LLC
INDIANA by and through its 4971 US 27 South
Board of Public Works and Safety Richmond,IN 47374
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COX EXCAVATING PLUS LLC.
EICATATHEIV 49.71 •US 27 South
Richmond, IN.47374
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PROPOSAL SUBMITTED.TO PHONE° DATE
The City of Richmond IN, (Sherrie Richey) 765-983-7476 12-9-21
STREET JOB NAME - '
50 N.5Th St. Wreck and remove porch only
ClT'F.:STATE AND ZIP CODE: -.JOB LOCATION ..Richmond, IN 47374 2110, 2116 E. Main St. Richmond, IN 47374
ARCHrTECT' DATE OF PLANS . .JOB PHONE
We hereby submit;specifications and estimates.for:
2110 E. Main St. Richmond, IN 47374-Wreck and remove porch only down to grade level--$3,125.00
2116 E. Main St. Richmond, IN 47374-Wreck and remove porch only down to grade level--$3,125.00
t VrtipaIt hereby'to°furnish material and labor — complete in accordance:with above specifications, for the sum of:
dollars (S 6,250.00
Payment to be made as follows:.
On completion
All material is'guaranteed to be as specified. :Alt work:to be completed in a:workmanlike /®�./ t
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manner according to standard praeitaas, Any alteration or doviadon from above Specifications ,/ 3'
Involving extra costs will be executed'only upon written orders,and wilt become an extra- Signature
ahtirge over anti above the.estimate, All agreements contingent upon strikes,accidents or j�1 E
delays beyond our control: Owner to carry'tire,tornado and other necessary:Insurance. Note: This o i1\
Our workers are fully covered by Workmen s Compensation Insurance Any A hazardo • �• ;�Or
material or,underground tanks encountered on the lob is-the owners responsibility: ! dr tivn by US If rt• c ci within ays
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Date of Acceptance:: X Signature
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DEMOLITION OF PORCHES OF UNSAFE BUILDINGS
The City of Richmond Code Enforcement Department is soliciting bids to demolish the
following properties:
1. 2110 E.Main Street-Remove Porch Only Down To Grade Level
2. 2116 E.Main Street-Remove Porch Only Down To Grade Level
The specification/work required at the site is as follows:
• Remove structures as indicated above
• Remove all vegetation higher than 12 inches
• Clean up and haul away all debris
• Cap any sewer and water lines
• Break up at least 20% of the basement floor for drainage
• Concrete slabs and footings to be removed two (2) feet below grade
• Back fill material shall be free of wood and compacted thoroughly
• Any underground tanks discovered on the site shall be removed
• Cisterns shall be filled as required for basements
• Restore the lot to uniform grade with top 12 inches of topsoil
• Seed and straw lot.Additional grade inspection will be done after seeding
and prior to application of straw
• Successful bidder will be 100%responsible for all landfill fees
Each successful bidder must obtain all necessary permits and comply with all state and local
codes. All properties must be bid individually plus total amount.
Bid deadline is Thursday,December 9th, 2021 by 12:00 p.m. Certificate of insurance and E-
verify must be provided. The successful bidder(s) must start demolition within five (5) days
of the date a purchase order is issued.
Any questions about these specifications can be directed to Sherrie Richey at the City of
Richmond Code Enforcement Depai tment via phone @ 765-983-7476.
EXHIBIT PAGE j____Oo=._'L
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E-Verify Requirements:
Definitions:
E-Verify Program - An electronic verification of work authorization program of the Illegal
Immigration Reform and Immigration Responsibility Act of 1996 (P.L. 104-208), Division C, Title
. IV, s.403(a), as amended, operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or
successor work authorization program designated by the United States Department of Homeland
Security or other federal agency authorized to verify the work authorization status of newly hired
employees under the Immigration Reform and control Act of 1986(P.L. 99-603).
No performance of services shall commence until the following has been met:
1. The City is in receipt of any required certificates of insurance;
2. The City is in receipt of any required affidavit signed by Contractor in
accordance with Indiana Code 22-5-1.7-11(a)(2); and
3. A purchase order has been issued by the Purchasing Department.
COMPLIANCE WITH INDIANA E-VERIFY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Pursuant to Indiana Code 22-5-1.7, Contractor is required to enroll in and verify the work
eligibility status of all newly hired employees of the contractor through the Indiana E-Verify
program. Contractor is not required to verify the work eligibility status of all newly hired
employees of the contractor through the Indiana E-Verify program if the Indiana E-Verify
program no longer exists. Prior to the performance of this Agreement, Contractor shall provide.
to the City its signed Affidavit affirming that Contractor does not knowingly employ an
unauthorized alien in accordance with IC 22-5-1.7-11 (a) (2). In the event Contractor violates IC
22-5-1.7 the Contractor shall be required to remedy the violation not later than thirty (30) days
after the City notifies the Contractor of the violation. If Contractor fails to remedy the violation
within the thirty (30) day period provided above, the City shall consider the Contractor to be in
breach of this Agreement and this Agreement will be terminated. If the City determines that
terminating this Agreement would be detrimental to the public interest or public property, the
City may allow this Agreement to remain in effect until the City procures a new contractor. If
this Agreement is terminated under this section, then pursuant to IC 22-5-1.7-13 (c) the
Contractor will remain liable to the City for actual damages.
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Affidavit of Employment Eligibility Verification
The Contractor, t 1 ZL affirms under the penalties of perjury that
Contractor does not knowingly eploy an unauthorized alien. If Contractor is self-employed
and does not employ any employees, Contractor verifies he or she is a United States citizen
or qualified alien.
The Contractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with an unauthorized alien and
shall not retain an employee or contract with a person that the Contractor subsequently learns
is an unauthorized alien. Pursuant to Indiana Code 22-5-1.7, Contractor has enrolled in and
verified the work eligibility status of all newly hired employees of the contractor through the
Indiana E-Verify program.
The Contractor has required Contractor's subcontractors to certify to the Contractor that the
subcontractor does not knowingly employ or contract with an unauthorized alien and that the
subcontractor has enrolled and is participating in the E-Verify program. The Contractor will •
maintain this certification throughout the duration of the term of a contract with a
subcontractor.
I hereby verify under the penalty of perjury that the foregoing statement is true.
Dated this ail day of , 20-
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