R2019-13 Golf Bag Storage System PurchaseRESOLUTION 2019-13
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA APPROVING A CONTRACT AWARD
TO SPACESAVER STORAGE SYSTEMS, INC. FOR A GOLF BAG
STORAGE SYSTEM FOR THE NEW COUNTRY CLUB CLUBHOUSE AND
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE THE
CONTRACT ON BEHALF OF THE VILLAGE; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Village issued an Invitation to Bid for a Golf Storage System for the New
Country Club Clubhouse ("ITB"); and
WHEREAS, the Village received three bids in response to the to the ITB, and Village Staff
recommended accepting the lowest responsive bid submitted by Spacesaver Storage Systems, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the adoption of this Resolution is in the best
interests of the residents and citizens of the Village of North Palm Beach.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE
OF NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA as follows:
Section 1. The foregoing recitals are ratified as true and incorporated herein.
Section 2. The Village Council hereby approves a Contract with Spacesaver Storage
Systems, Inc. for the purchase of a golf bag storage system for the new Country Club clubhouse
in the amount of $18,770.00, with funds expended from K7600-66210 (Country Club Clubhouse
Project — Construction and Major Renovation). The Village Council further authorizes the
Mayor and Village Clerk to execute the Contract with Spacesaver Storage Systems, Inc., a copy
of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein.
Section 3. This Resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 241f-1 DAY OF JA
(Village Seal)
ATTEST:
VILLAGE CLERK
CONTRACT
This Contract is made as of the .-Od day of January , 2019, by and between the
VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH, a municipal corporation organized and existing under
the laws of the State of Florida, hereinafter referred to as VILLAGE, and SPACESAVER
STORAGE SYSTEMS, INC., a Wisconsin corporation authorized to do business in the State of
Florida, hereinafter referred to as the CONTRACTOR, whose Federal I.D. is 39-1383557.
In consideration of the promises and mutual covenants herein contained, it is hereby agreed that
the CONTRACTOR shall provide to the VILLAGE all goods and services requested under the
Invitation to Bid for a new Golf Bag Storage System and as further stated in CONTRACTOR's
Bid Proposal and pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Contract.
ARTICLE 1. SERVICES OF THE CONTRACTOR.
A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide all goods and services as stated in the Proposal
Documents referenced therein in accordance with the Bid Proposal including material receiving
at the job site (hereinafter referred to as "Work"), which are incorporated herein by reference, to
that degree of care and skill ordinarily exercised, under similar circumstances, by reputable
members of its profession practicing in the same or similar locality at the time the Work is
provided.
B. The Work provided by the CONTRACTOR shall be commenced subsequent to the
execution and approval of this Contract and upon receipt of Purchase Order.
ARTICLE 2. PERIOD OF SERVICE.
A. This Contract and the provision of all Work hereunder shall be completed by the
CONTRACTOR no later than June 15, 2019.
B. The CONTRACTOR shall not be considered in default by reason of any failure in
performance of the Work if such failure arises out of causes reasonably beyond the control of the
CONTRACTOR or its subcontractors and without their fault or negligence. Such causes
include, but are not limited to: acts of God; natural or public health emergencies; labor disputes;
freight embargoes; unreasonable utility provider delays, unreasonable permitting delays and
abnormally severe and unusual weather conditions.
C. Upon the CONTRACTOR's request, the VILLAGE shall consider the facts and extent of
any failure to perform the Work and, if the CONTRACTOR's failure to perform was without it
or its subcontractor's fault or negligence, the Contract schedule and/or any other affected
provision of this Contract shall be revised accordingly; subject to the VILLAGE's rights to
change, terminate, or stop any or all of the work at any time.
D. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the CONTRACTOR shall not be entitled to an increase in
the agreed to compensation in this Contract or payment or compensation of any kind from the
VILLAGE for direct, indirect, consequential, impact or other costs, expenses or damages,
including but not limited to costs of acceleration or inefficiency, arising because of delay,
disruption, interference or hindrance from any cause whatsoever. Provided, however, that this
provision shall not preclude recovery or damages by the CONTRACTOR for hindrances or
delays due solely to fraud, bad faith or active interference on the part of the VILLAGE or its
agents. Otherwise, the CONTRACTOR shall be entitled only to extensions of the schedule in
this Contract as the sole an exclusive remedy for such resulting delay, in accordance with and to
the extent specifically provided above.
ARTICLE 3. VILLAGE'S REPRESENTATIVE.
Unless otherwise specified by the VILLAGE, the VILLAGE's representative shall be the Village
Special Projects Director.
ARTICLE 4. COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT.
A. The VILLAGE agrees to compensate the CONTRACTOR in accordance with
CONTRACTOR's Bid Proposal in response to the ITB in the following increments: 25% deposit
at time of order; 25% at time of delivery and final 50% after installation and training. The total
and cumulative amount of this Contract shall not exceed Eighteen Thousand Seven Hundred
Seventy Dollars and No Cents ($18,770.00).
B. CONTRACTOR shall invoice the VILLAGE on the form provided as Exhibit "A" and
include such information as requested in Exhibit "A". Invoices received from the
CONTRACTOR pursuant to this Contract will be reviewed and approved by the VILLAGE's
representative, indicating that the Work has been provided and rendered in conformity with the
Contract and then will be sent to the Finance Department for payment. Work shall be invoiced
when the Golf Bag Storage System is installed and accepted by the VILLAGE's representative.
Invoices will normally be paid within thirty (30) days following the VILLAGE representative's
approval.
C. Work undertaken or expenses incurred that exceeds an amount set forth in this Contract
without prior written authorization from the VILLAGE shall be the liability of the
CONTRACTOR.
D. CONTRACTOR waives consequential or incidental damages for claims, disputes or
other matters in question arising out of or relating to this Contract.
E. If the VILLAGE disputes any invoice or part of an invoice, VILLAGE shall notify
CONTRACTOR of such dispute within fifteen (15) days of receipt of the invoice. VILLAGE
reserves the right to off -set, reduce or withhold any payment to CONTRACTOR in accordance
with the terms and conditions of this Contract.
ARTICLE 5. INDEMNIFICATION.
A. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable laws and regulations, the CONTRACTOR
shall indemnify and save harmless and defend the VILLAGE, its officials, agents, servants, and
employees from and against any and all claims, liability, losses, and/or causes of action arising
out of or in any way related to the services furnished by the CONTRACTOR pursuant to this
Contract, including, but not limited to, those caused by or arising out of any act, omission,
negligence or default of the CONTRACTOR and/or its subcontractors, agents, servants or
employees.
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B. The CONTRACTOR shall not be required to indemnify the VILLAGE, its officials,
agents, servants and employees when the occurrence results solely from the wrongful acts or
omissions of the VILLAGE, its officials, agents, servants and employees. The terms of this
Section shall survive completion of all services, obligations and duties provided for in this
Contract as well as the termination of this Agreement for any reason.
C. Nothing contained in this Contract shall create a contractual relationship with or a cause
of action in favor of a third party against either the VILLAGE or the CONTRACTOR, nor shall
this Contract be construed a waiver of sovereign immunity beyond the limited waiver provided
in § 768.28, Florida Statutes.
ARTICLE 6. PERSONNEL.
A. The CONTRACTOR represents that it has, or will secure at its own expense, all
necessary personnel required to perform the Work under this Contract. Such personnel shall not
be employees of or have any contractual relationship with the VILLAGE.
B. All of the Work required hereunder shall be performed by the CONTRACTOR or under
its supervision, and all personnel engaged in performing the Work shall be fully qualified and, if
required, authorized or permitted under state and local law to perform such Work.
C. All of the CONTRACTOR's personnel (and all sub -contractors) while on VILLAGE
premises, will comply with all VILLAGE requirements governing conduct, safety, and security.
ARTICLE 7. TERMINATION.
A. This Contract may be cancelled by the CONTRACTOR upon ten (10) days prior written
notice to the VILLAGE's representative in the event of substantial failure by the VILLAGE to
perform in accordance with the terms of this Contract through no fault of the CONTRACTOR.
It may also be terminated, in whole or in part, by the VILLAGE, with or without cause, upon ten
(10) days written notice to the CONTRACTOR.
ARTICLE 8. FEDERAL AND STATE TAX.
The VILLAGE is exempt from payment of Florida State Sales and Use Tax. The
CONTRACTOR shall not be exempted from paying sales tax to its suppliers for materials used
to fill contractual obligations with the VILLAGE, nor is the CONTRACTOR authorized to use
the VILLAGE's Tax Exemption Number in securing such materials.
ARTICLE 9. INSURANCE.
Prior to commencing any Work, the CONTRACTOR shall provide certificates evidencing
insurance coverage as required in the Proposal Documents. All insurance, other than Worker's
Compensation, to be maintained by the CONTRACTOR shall specifically include the VILLAGE
as an Additional Insured.
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ARTICLE 10. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS.
The VILLAGE and the CONTRACTOR each binds itself and its partners, successors, executors,
administrators, and assigns to the other party of this Contract and to the partners, successors,
executors, administrators and assigns of such other party, in respect to all covenants of this
Contract. Except as above, neither the VILLAGE nor the CONTRACTOR shall assign, sublet,
convey or transfer its interest in this Contract without the written consent of the other. Nothing
herein shall be construed as creating any personal liability on the part of any officer or agent of
the VILLAGE which may be a party hereto, nor shall it be construed as giving any rights or
benefits hereunder to anyone other than the VILLAGE and the CONTRACTOR.
ARTICLE 11. GOVERNING LAW, VENUE AND REMEDIES.
A. This Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any and all legal
action necessary to enforce the Contract will be held in Palm Beach County.
B. No remedy herein conferred upon any party is intended to be exclusive of any other
remedy, and each and every such remedy shall be cumulative and shall be in addition to every
other remedy given hereunder or now or hereafter existing at law or in equity or by statute or
otherwise. No single or partial exercise by any party of any right, power, or remedy hereunder
shall preclude any other or further exercise thereof.
ARTICLE 12. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP.
The CONTRACTOR is, and shall be, in the performance of all Work under this Contract, an
Independent Contractor, and not an employee, agent, or servant of the VILLAGE. All persons
engaged in any of the Work performed pursuant to this Contract shall at all times, and in all
places, be subject to the CONTRACTOR's sole direction, supervision, and control. The
CONTRACTOR shall exercise control over the means and manner in which it and its employees
perform the Work.
ARTICLE 13. ACCESS AND AUDITS.
The CONTRACTOR shall maintain adequate records to justify all charges, expenses, and costs
incurred in estimating and performing the Work for at least three (3) years after completion of
this Contract. The VILLAGE shall have access to such books, records, and documents as
required in this ARTICLE for the purpose of inspection or audit during normal business hours, at
the CONTRACTOR's place of business. In no circumstances will CONTRACTOR be required
to disclose any confidential or proprietary information regarding its products and service costs.
ARTICLE 14. NONDISCRIMINATION.
The CONTRACTOR warrants and represents that all of its employees are treated equally during
employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, ancestry,
marital status, or sexual orientation.
ARTICLE 15. ENFORCEMENT COSTS.
If any legal action or other proceeding is brought for the enforcement of this Contract, or because
of an alleged dispute, breach, default or misrepresentation in connection with any provisions of
this Contract, the successful or prevailing party or parties shall be entitled to recover reasonable
attorney's fees, court costs and all expenses (including taxes) even if not taxable as court
awarded costs (including, without limitation, all such fees, costs and expenses incident to
appeals), incurred in that action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief to which such party
or parties may be entitled.
ARTICLE 16. AUTHORITY TO PRACTICE.
The CONTRACTOR hereby represents and warrants that it has and will continue to maintain all
licenses and approvals required to conduct its business and provide the Work under this
Contract, and that it will at all times conduct its business and provide the Work under this
Contract in a reputable manner. Proof of such licenses and approvals shall be submitted to the
VILLAGE's representative upon request.
ARTICLE 17. SEVERABILITY.
If any term or provision of this Contract, or the application thereof to any person or
circumstances shall, to any extent, be held invalid or unenforceable, to remainder of this
Contract, or the application of such terms or provision, to persons or circumstances other than
those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected, and every other term
and provision of this Contract shall be deemed valid and enforceable to the extent permitted by
law.
ARTICLE 18. PROTECTION OF WORK AND PROPERTY.
A. The CONTRACTOR shall protect the VILLAGE's property and adjacent private and
public property from injury or loss arising in connection with the Contract. Except for any such
damage, injury, or loss, except that which may be directly due to errors caused by the VILLAGE
or employees of the VILLAGE, the CONTRACTOR shall provide any necessary materials to
maintain such protection.
B. The CONTRACTOR will also take every necessary precaution to ensure the safety of the
VILLAGE, public and other guests and invitees thereof at or near the areas where work is being
accomplished during and throughout the completion of all work.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall have the responsibility to repair, rebuild or restore to its
formes- condition any and all portions of existing utilities, structures, equipment, appurtenances
or facilities, which may be disturbed or damaged due to his delivery of the trailer(s). The
CONTRACTOR shall return all swale areas back to their original condition, including, but not
limited to, repairing broken sprinklers, filling in ruts caused by the delivery, and replacing
damaged grass.
ARTICLE 19. PRECAUTIONS/COORDINATION WITH CURRENT ACTIVITIES.
The CONTRACTOR shall conduct his operations in accordance with the Village's Construction
Manager's (The Weitz Co.) direction on site to ensure coordination with the construction of the
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new Country Club. See attached information titled "The Weitz Co. Safety Rules" which are
incorporated herein.
ARTICLE 20. NOTICE.
All notices required in this Contract shall be sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, and
if sent to the VILLAGE shall be mailed to:
Village of North Palm Beach
Attn: Village Manager
501 U.S. Highway One
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
and if sent to the CONTRACTOR shall be mailed to:
Spacesaver Storage Systems, Inc.
Attn: Laurel Harrison, Vice President of Sales
1450 Janesville Avenue
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
The foregoing names and addresses may be changed if such change is provided in writing to the
other party.
ARTICLE 21. ENTIRETY OF CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT.
The VILLAGE and the CONTRACTOR agree that this Contract sets forth the entire agreement
between the parties, and that there are no promises or understandings other than those stated
herein. None of the provisions, terms and conditions contained in this Contract may be added to,
modified, superseded or otherwise altered, except by written instrument executed by the parties
hereto.
ARTICLE 22. TERMINOLOGY AND CAPTIONS.
All pronouns, singular, plural, masculine, feminine or neuter, shall mean and include the person,
entity, firm or corporation to which they relate as the context may require. Wherever the context
may require, the singular shall mean and include the plural and the plural shall mean and include
the singular. The term "Contract" as used herein, as well as the terms "herein", "hereof ',
"hereunder", "hereinafter" and the like mean this Contract in its entirety and all exhibits,
amendments and addenda attached hereto and made a part hereof. The captions and paragraph
headings are for reference and convenience only and do not enter into or become a part of the
context of this Contract, nor shall such headings affect the meaning or interpretation of this
Contract.
ARTICLE 23. WAIVER.
Failure of a party to enforce or exercise any of its right(s) under this Contract shall not be
deemed a waiver of that parties' right to enforce or exercise said right(s) at any time thereafter.
ARTICLE 24. PREPARATION.
This Contract shall not be construed more strongly against either party regardless of who was
more responsible for its preparation.
ARTICLE 25. MATERIALITY.
All provisions of the Contract shall be deemed material. In the event CONTRACTOR fails to
comply with any of the provisions contained in this Contract or exhibits, amendments and
addenda attached hereto, said failure shall be deemed a material breach of this Contract and
VILLAGE may at its option and without notice terminate this Contract.
ARTICLE 26. EXHIBITS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS.
Each exhibit and other contract documents referred to in this Contract forms an essential part of
this Contract. The exhibits and other contract documents, if not physically attached, should be
treated as part of this Contract and are incorporated herein by reference.
ARTICLE 27. LEGAL EFFECT.
This Contract shall not become binding and effective until approved by the Village Council of
the Village of North Palm Beach.
ARTICLE 28. SURVIVABILITY.
Any provision of this Contract which is of a continuing nature or imposes an obligation which
extends beyond the term of this Contract shall survive its expiration or earlier termination.
ARTICLE 29. DEFAULT.
A. Notwithstanding anything contained in this Contract to the contrary, the parties agree that
the occurrence of any of the following shall be deemed a material event of default and shall be
grounds for termination:
I . The filing of a lien by any sub -CONTRACTOR, sub -contractor or third tier sub-
contractor including, but not limited to materialmen, suppliers, or laborers, upon
any property, right of way, easement or other interest in land or right to use within
the territorial boundaries of the VILLAGE which lien is not satisfied, discharged
or contested in a court of law within thirty (30) days from the date of notice to the
CONTRACTOR;
2. The filing of any judgment lien against the assets of CONTRACTOR related to
the performance of this Contract which is not satisfied, discharged or contested in
a court of law within thirty (30) days frorn the date of notice to the
CONTRACTOR; or
3. The filing of a petition by or against CONTRACTOR for relief under the
Bankruptcy Code, or for Its reorganization or for the appointment of a receiver or
trustee of CONTRACTOR or CONTRACTOR's property; or an assignment by
CONTRACTOR for the benefit of creditors; or the taking possession of the
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property of CONTRACTOR by any governmental officer or agency pursuant to
statutory authority for the dissolution or liquidation of CONTRACTOR; or if a
temporary or permanent receiver or trustee shall be appointed for
CONTRACTOR or for CONTRACTOR's property and such temporary or
permanent receiver or Trustee shall not be discharged within thirty (30) days from
the date of appointment.
4. Due to circumstances within the control of the CONTRACTOR, CONTRACTOR
fails to provide the Work under this Contract on schedule as agreed to by
CONTRACTOR in this Contract.
B. CONTRACTOR shall provide written notice to the VILLAGE of the occurrence of any
event of default within five (5) days of CONTRACTOR's receipt of notice or knowledge of any
such default.
ARTICLE 30. WARRANTY.
CONTRACTOR warrants that all Work, including goods and services, provided under this
Contract will be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years
following delivery and acceptance of the system(s), subject to the conditions set forth in the
Specifications. Should any Work fail to comply with this warranty during the warranty period of
ten (10) years, upon written notification from the VILLAGE, CONTRACTOR shall immediately
repair or replace said defective materials and/or workmanship at CONTRACTOR's sole
expense. The CONTRACTOR shall provide the VILLAGE with copies of all manufacturer
warranties and certify that the Work complies with the conditions set forth in such warranties, if
any.
ARTICLE 31. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE/LIQUIDATED DAMAGES.
Time is of the essence in all respects under this Contract, and the parties agree that the
VILLAGE will suffer financial loss if the work contemplated herein is not completed within the
time specified, including any authorized extensions. The parties also recognize the delays,
expense and difficulties involved in proving in a legal proceeding the actual loss suffered by the
VILLAGE if the work is not completed on time. Accordingly, instead of requiring any such
proof, the VILLAGE and CONTRACTOR agree that as liquidated damages for delay (but not as
a penalty) CONTRACTOR shall pay to the VILLAGE an amount equal to $250.00 per day for
each calendar day that expires after the time specified for completion. Liquidated damages may
be deducted from payments due to the CONTRACTOR.
ARTICLE 32. WAIVER OF SUBROGATION.
CONTRACTOR hereby waives any and all rights to Subrogation against the VILLAGE, its
officers, employees and agents for each required policy. When required by the insurer, or should
a policy condition not permit an insured to enter into a pre -loss agreement to waive subrogation
without an endorsement, then CONTRACTOR shall agree to notify the insurer and request the
policy be endorsed with a Waiver of Transfer of Rights of Recovery Against Others, or its
equivalent. This Waiver of Subrogation requirement shall not apply to any policy, which a
condition to the policy specifically prohibits such an endorsement, or voids coverage should
CONTRACTOR enter into such an agreement on a pre -loss basis.
ARTICLE 33. REPRESENTATIONS/BINDING AUTHORITY.
The persons executing this Contract represent that they have the full power, authority and legal
right to execute and deliver this Contract and perform all of its obligations under this Contract.
ARTICLE 34. INSPECTOR GENERAL
CONTRACTOR is aware that the Inspector General of Palm Beach County has the authority to
investigate and audit matters relating to the negotiation and performance of this Contract, and in
furtherance thereof, may demand and obtain records and testimony from CONTRACTOR and its
subcontractors. CONTRACTOR understands and agrees that in addition to all other remedies
and consequences provided by law, the failure of CONTRACTOR or its subcontractors to fully
cooperate with the Inspector General when requested may be deemed by the VILLAGE to be a
material breach of the Contract Documents justifying termination.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the VILLAGE and CONTRACTOR hereto have made and executed
this Contract as of the day and year first above written.
CONTRACTOR:
SPACESAVER STORAGE SYSTEMS, INC.
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BY:
Print Name: Laurel Harrison
Title: VP, Sales
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ATTEST:
BY:
MELISSA TEAL,
VILLAGE CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
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VILLAGE ATTORNEY
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EXHIBIT "A"
INVOICE FORM
Invoice to be standard invoice provided by CONTRACTOR referencing the purchase order
number and describing what the payment covers.
The Weitz Co. Safety Rules
1. CONTRACTOR shall meet with Project Superintendent to schedule the date for delivery
and installation to begin.
2. CONTRACTOR shall check-in at the Construction Trailer prior to beginning Work on
site.
3. The following list is provided as a reference to the CONTRACTOR:
Weitz's Personnel
Main Office Proiect Team Members.
Project Executive: Gerry Kelly
Direct Line: 561.687.4827
E-mail: Gerry.kelly@weitz.com
Cellular: 561.847.5258
Sr. Project Manager: John Southard
Direct Line: 561.687.4817
E-mail: john.southard@weitz.com
Cellular: 561.223.7692
Safety Manager: Keith Harkins
Direct Line: 561.687.4840
E-mail: keith.harkins@weitz.com
Cellular: 561.722.1440
Jobsite Proiect Team Members.
Project Manager: Eric Crockett
Cellular: 561.513.0079
E-mail: eric.crockett@weitz.com
Project Engineer: Charlotte Rivera
Cellular: 954.662.5887
E-mail: charlotte.rivera(cr�,weitz.com
Project Coordinator: Michelle Labriola
Cellular: 561.676.8906
E-mail: michelle.labriola@weitz.com
Sr. Project Superintendent: Michael Brooks
Cellular: 561.441.5602
E-mail: michael.brooks@weitz.com
4. CONTRACTOR shall conform to Weitz's Nothing Hits the Floor program.
I. Placing material, tools, or debris on the floor or ground is prohibited.
I1. Contractor shall remove its debris at least daily offsite.
III. Contractor shall establish work / cutting stations at waist height in order to
eliminate bending and or squatting down when cutting material. Cutting of
material at ground level is prohibited.
IV. Contractor agrees to use battery-operated tools wherever and whenever
possible. If cordless tool cannot be utilized, all cords and hoses shall be
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elevated from the point they leave an outlet to the point of use. If
suspending the cord / hose is not feasible, then the cord / hose will be
picked up and put away after use / end of day.
V. Materials to be installed will be delivered "just in time" to reduce the
amount of material stored on the project site. Materials delivered and
moved into the building shall be authorized by Weitz in advance.
VI. At no time shall materials be stored directly on the floor or ground. All
material at the Project shall be stored in trailers, wheeled carts, storage
racks, storage bins, or on pallets. When wheeled carts are used, the casters
shall be lockable. Materials shall only be stored on pallets or storage bins
on level surfaces where they are accessible with a pallet jack.
5. CONTRACTOR agrees to following Weitz's drug free policy.
I. Contractor agrees to provide only trades people who are drug free and who
have given prior consent to submit to a drug test. The Weitz Co. retains
the right, but not the obligation, to require the Contractor's employees to
be tested to insure that they are drug free.
6. CONTRACTOR agrees to follow Weitz's clean up procedures.
I. The Contractor shall, on an on-going basis or at the direction of the Weitz
Co., keep the Project site and surrounding area free from accumulation of
waste materials, debris or rubbish caused by performance of the
Contractor's Work.
7. CONTRACTOR shall require hardhats and safety glasses and proper Personal Protective
Equipment:
I. Hardhats will be worn when on the Construction site by all of Contractor's
employees, suppliers and visitors. The Weitz Co. will provide hardhats at
the cost of $25.00 each to any employees, suppliers or visitors who arrive
without hardhats.
II. Safety glasses will be worn when on the Construction site by all of
Contractor's employees, suppliers and visitors. The Weitz Co. will
provide safety glasses at a cost of $10.00 each to any employees, suppliers
or visitors who arrive without safety glasses.
8. CONTRACTOR shall agree to coordination of work as directed by The Weitz Co.
Project Superintendent.
I. Work will be sequenced to allow other trades access to the work prior to
the completion of this scope.
Il. To avoid conflicts, Contractor shall work in cooperation with all other
subcontractors to coordinate Contractor's Work with the work of others to
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establish routes, entrances, and elevations for their installations and other
installations. Even with such cooperative and coordination efforts, should
a conflict occur, The Weitz Co. will be the final arbitrator of conflict
resolution and The Weitz Co.'s decision shall be final. Contractor hereby
agrees to abide by such decision and make any changes necessary to
eliminate such conflicts without additional cost of expense to Owner.
III. Contractor shall furnish all required submittal drawings, mix designs, PE
stamps, samples, warranties etc., as required for this scope of work by
specification.
IV. Contractor shall maintain accurate, up-to-date "as -built" drawings during
construction. Contractor shall dimension all concealed connections to
wall intersections. Contractor shall submit "as-builts" and warranties prior
to substantial completion. Contractor shall submit final "as -built"
documents in hard copy (4 copies) to The Weitz's Construction Trailer as
well as in CAD format as required by The Weitz Co. PDF format is
acceptable.
V. Any sediment or erosion control measures disturbed during the execution
of this Agreement will be repaired/replaced by Contractor at Contractor's
expense.
VI. Contractor shall construct all work to be within the more stringent of the
applicable codes and standards or the Contract Documents.
VII. Contractor understands that the existing North Palm Beach Country Club
facility shall remain occupied/operational and fully functional during the
project. Any disruption or damage to the existing utilities or systems
caused by Contractor shall be treated immediately as an emergency repair
at no additional cost.
VIII. Normal work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Saturday work hours are 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., No Sunday work or
work on Holidays unless by special permit. Contractor may establish
other work hours, as necessary, with permission from The Weitz Co.
9. CONTRACTOR shall have all work inspected and agree to the following:
I. Contractor, upon the completion of each scheduled activity, will inspect its
completed Work and generate an inspection report which will include: (a)
the name of the person completing the inspection; (b) the date it was
generated; (c) a listing of items to be corrected (punch list); (d) the date
that it was completed. This form will then be submitted to The Weitz Co.
when the defective work has been remedied.
I1. All inspections required by local plumbing, mechanical, and electrical
codes are at the expense of the respective plumbing, mechanical, and
electrical contractor and included in this Agreement. Contractor shall
provide a record of all inspection results to The Weitz Co. and the Owner.
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10. CONTRACTOR shall agree to abide by the parking requirements as follows:
I. Minimal parking for company vehicles will be in a small designated area
as directed by the Project Superintendent depending on the phase of the
project. Personal vehicles will not be permitted on site. A designated
parking area may be provided if space allows. All parking off-site shall be
in compliance with the Village of North Palm Beach requirements. Those
cars allowed on the North Palm Beach Country Club property must enter
through the main entrance off US -1.
II. All other vehicles will be required to park in other areas as designated by
the Project Superintendent. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to
enforce compliance of these parking regulations with their employees.
III. Violators of this policy will be towed at the Contractor's expense.
11. CONTRACTOR shall agree to the following above ceiling work, if required:
I. Upon completion of all "above ceiling" work an inspection will be
completed ensuring that all fire ratings are maintained, then the ceiling
pads will be placed — upon placement no work above the ceiling will be
allowed without the prior written consent of Weitz.
II. Upon completion of the work requiring such consent, the Contractor will
request an inspection of the area and upon satisfactory review, no
additional work above the ceiling shall be allowed.
12. CONTRACTOR shall agree to the following regarding Penetrations, Cutting and
Patching work, if needed:
I. Contractor is responsible for sealing all of its penetrations and repairing
any areas disturbed by Contractor's cutting and patching so as to maintain
the integrity of structural, fire ratings, finish assemblies, sound assemblies,
including but not limited to, coordination with all other applicable trades.
13. CONTRACTOR shall agree to the following hot work operations, if needed:
I. Combustible Material: All portable combustible material must be
removed a rninimum of 20 feet away from the working area and adjoining
areas.
II. Flammable Liquids or Vapors: Drums, tanks or other containers or
explosive liquids or vapors must be cleaned and cleared of flammable or
explosive liquids or vapors before work is done on them.
III. Pre -Operation Precautions: When feasible, work area should be wetted
down.
IV. Spark Control: Sheet metal guards, asbestos and similar protection must
be provided to prevent hot metal and sparks from falling on combustible
material which cannot be moved.
V. Fire Protection: If the area in which hot work operations are being
performed is presently under operative sprinkler protection, the sprinklers
in that area must be operative during welding or cutting operations.
Suitable fire extinguishers or hand hose must be maintained near the
operations. An extra person must be provided in the welding or cutting
team whose sole responsibility is to watch for sparks and promptly use the
extinguishing equipment.
VI. Post -Operation Precautions: After work, a thorough check must be made
for smoldering fire in out-of-the-way places, and guard patrol protection
must be maintained for a minimum for four hours.
VII. "Hot Work Operations" means:
The process whereby one or more of the parts to be joined is heated near
of above its melting point, and the heated surfaces are caused to flow
together.
The process of applying heat to bring to red heat the spot to be severed,
gouged or pierced, and the metal is burned in a jet of oxygen;
Grinding operations that generate sparks;
Torch -on roofing operations;
Roof tarring operations.
VIII. During the course of construction where a propane gas heater or other
open flame heating devise is used, the devise will be positioned on fire
resistive drywall board, tied off to a wall or floor with not less than three
(3) feet of clear space surrounding it.
14. CONTRACTOR shall take all necessary safety precautions with respect to performance
of the Contractor's Work and shall comply with applicable safety measures and with
applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and orders of public authorities for the
safety of persons and property.
15. CONTRACTOR agrees and acknowledges that it has assumed full responsibility and
liability for safety precautions in connection with the construction means, methods,
techniques, sequences, supervision and procedures pertaining to Contractor's Work.
16. CONTRACTOR shall agree to the following minimum safety requirements which are
also applicable to and will be enforced on this Project. Specific questions regarding these
safety requirements should be directed to Weitz.
I. Unsafe Conditions
BE ALERT! All un -safe conditions shall be reported immediately to the
Project Superintendent and to the Contractor's Project Site Supervisor. No
person is required to work under any unsafe conditions. OSHA Standard
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1926.20. Contractor's project site supervisor or safety manager shall walk
the jobsite to identify and correct any unsafe conditions created by
Contractor or within its scope of work. Such manager shall immediately
report any unsafe conditions identified and notify Weitz of the action
taken to correct the condition.
II. Reporting Injuries
All accidents or injuries deemed Recordable, Lost Time or Restricted by
OSHA, or non -injury incidents resulting in property damage or high
potential for severe injury shall be reported immediately to the Weitz
Project Superintendent, giving full details and identifications and
statements of any witnesses. The Contractor shall be responsible for
completing a written injury and/or incident investigation and providing
such report to the Weitz Project supervision in a timely manner.
III. Project Safety Officer
The Weitz Project supervision has the authority to remove any of the
Contractor's unsafe equipment, tools, scaffolding or other unsafe items,
and has the authority to remove any Contractor employees that do not
comply with these safety requirements.
IV. Fall Protection
All work performed at elevations over 6 feet must have a 100 percent fall
protection or prevention system. This includes, but is not limited to; all
leading edge work, iron connecting, working off of elevated work
platforms (scaffoldings), and residential type construction. Only methods
referenced and meeting or exceeding OSHA Standard 1926 Subpart M
shall be used. "Monitors" or "safety zones" are NOT an acceptable means
of fall protection. The Contractor is responsible for enforcement of its fall
protection plan.
V. Barricades
Barricades or covers meeting OSHA Standards are required around
excavations, holes or openings in floors or roofs, edges of roofs, elevated
platforms, around certain types of overhead work and whenever necessary
to warn or prevent persons or equipment from falling.
VI. GFCI Protection
All work using cords or power tools must utilize Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) protection. Only authorized electricians shall perform
electrical work.
VII. Excavations
Excavations must be sloped, shored or shielded, and must meet all other
OSHA requirements. Before digging in any location, the Contractor must
check to ensure that all underground utilities have been located and
properly marked.
VIII. Lockout/Tag
Contractor's employees shall comply with OSHA Standard 1910.147
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lockout/tag procedures when working on energized systems or equipment.
The Contractor may utilize Weitz's lockout/tag procedures.
IX. Personal Protective Equipment
All of the Contractor's employees on the Project site must use proper
personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing suited to the Work and
the Work environment. The Contractor is responsible for providing its
personnel the proper PPE which includes; gloves where applicable; no
dangling or loose clothing or jewelry may be worn around moving
machinery; shirts which cover the shoulder, work boots or shoes and long
pants are required; hardhats must be worn by all workers, supervisors,
clients, visitors and vendors at all times; eye and face protection (meeting
ANSI Z87.1-1989 standards) must be worn at all times on the Project site.
Additional forms of eye protection may also be required as prescribed by
OSHA standards and manufacturer recommendations. Steps must be
taken to protect other workers and the public from eye injury whenever
tasks producing flying chips or particles are being performed; respirators
will be used when an employee is exposed to airborne hazards (proper
training, physical exam and a fit test are required; 1910.134); hearing
protection in the form of earmuffs or approved ear plugs shall be worn on
all high noise level jobs as required; no radios will be allowed on the
Project site (other than in office) other than 2 -way radios for jobsite
communication; and Contractor shall maintain appropriate first aid
equipment and supplies in its Worlc areas at all times.
X. Housekeeping
Contractor shall maintain good housekeeping in and around its Work areas
at all times. Stack materials so that safe clearances are maintained and
falling is prevented. Keep all walkways and aisles clear. Place cords and
air hoses to one side to allow safe passage. Remove loose overhead
material, dispose of garbage and remove oil and water spillage.
Immediately remove or bend over nails protruding from lumber. Secure
all stored or loose materials (especially on roof) to prevent it from
becoming airborne.
XI. Illumination
All of Contractor's Work areas shall be properly illuminated at all times.
XII. Ventilation
All of Contractor's employees performing confined space work shall be
properly trained. All necessary requirements contained in OSHA Standard
1910.146 must be met. Contractor shall maintain proper ventilation in
enclosed areas when using equipment.
XIII. Ladders
Contractor shall train its employees in the safe use of ladders and
scaffolding as required. Defective ladders and scaffold components shall
be tagged and removed fi-om service.
XIV. Tools and Equipment
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Tools, equipment, trucks, loaders, backhoes, cranes and forklifts shall be
used, operated and maintained properly to prevent injury. No Contractor
employee shall operate any equipment unless specifically authorized and
trained to do so. Powder -actuated tools require certified training before
use. Power tools shall be operated only by authorized personnel and with
guard's in-place. Hand tools such as hammers and chisels shall be
properly used and maintained. All slings, choker and rigging equipment
shall be free of defects. All hooks must have safety latches or keepers.
Taglines shall be used to control loads when their use does not create an
additional hazard. Tampering with or unauthorized use or removal of fire
extinguishers from assigned locations is prohibited. All of Contractor's
tools and equipment must be inspected daily by Contractor before use.
Damaged tools shall be tagged "DO NOT USE" and removed from service
immediately. Documentation of training and inspections shall be provided
to Weitz upon request.
XV. Hazard Communication
If Contractor or its subcontractors bring any material to the Project site
which requires notification to employees of the Contractor, Weitz or its
subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, materialmen and/or local fire
departments or other authorities, in conformance with applicable
environmental, hazardous substance, right to know, or similar laws, the
Weitz shall be provided with material safety data sheets to be available at
the Project site for inspection and reference prior to delivery of such
products or materials to the job -site. Contractor shall provide appropriate
training for its job -site personnel. The Contractor shall maintain a
hazardous material program, including proper placarding of all locations
where hazardous materials are located, in conformance with the
aforementioned laws.
XVI. Unsafe Acts
Contractor's employees who report for work under the influence of
intoxicants or narcotics or engage in the consumption of them on the
Project site will be removed from the Project site. Contractor's employees
who engage in horseplay, fistfights, unsafe acts, whistling, yelling at the
public or obscene gestures will be removed from the Project site.
Weapons of all types, including firearms, are strictly forbidden on the
Project site.
XVII. Visitors
All of Contractor's visitors to the Project site must check in with the Weitz
Project supervision prior to going on site.
XVIII. Competent Person
The Contractor shall identify their OSHA Competent Person for the work
that they perform in either their written safety plan or in a memo form
submitted at the beginning of Work.
XIX. Equipment Usage
The Contractor agrees to bring all equipment needed to perform the Work
on this project and not utilize any equipment at the site that belongs to
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others.
XX. Project Site Communications
Contractor shall have on site at all times a supervisor (or multiple
supervisors if required by crew size) that is able to speak, understand and
communicate in English all job site safety and contractual requirements,
obligations and responsibilities to Contractor's workers and employees.
XXL Site Authority
The Weitz Co. shall be the final authority on all issues pertaining to site
use, storage, safety issues, working space, parking, coordination among
trades, and all other common area site issues, and Contractor agrees to
comply with all of Weitz's decisions, rules and directives pertaining
thereto.
XXII. Dust Control
Contractor shall be responsible for dust control during the performance of
its Work in accordance with federal, state and county guidelines and as
required by Weitz, Architect and/or Owner. Contractor shall keep public
streets free of mud/debris from Contractor's own vehicles
XXIII. Protection of Concrete Slabs
The Contractor recognizes that the concrete slab is the finished floor
product in parts of the Project and that it may not receive floor covering.
The Contractor agrees to take all precautions and provide all protection
necessary to ensure that the concrete floor will not be marked, spotted,
stained or damaged in any way from Contractor's operations. This
includes drop cloths to protect the surface from paint, drywall compound,
etc; diapering of engines, differentials, transmissions and other equipment
and machinery components with the potential to leak oils and fluids; boots
on rubber -tired equipment if tires are leaving marks on the floor; and
prohibiting the use of layout marking material that will permanently mark
the slab.
XXIV. Protection of Materials and Equipment
Contractor shall protect all material and equipment, which has not yet
been incorporated into the Project. Where installed materials or
equipment is subject to weather damage, Contractor shall provide
protection until the Project is sufficiently complete to avoid darnage.
XXV. Jobsite Meetings
Contractor's representative shall attend one pre -construction jobsite
meeting and any additional meetings as required by the Project
Superintendent. Contractor shall present current and future needs,
including interface requirements, time, sequences, deliveries, access, site
utilization, etc.
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