2007-014 Bid Award Pool HeatersRESOLUTION 2007-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF
'" NORTH PALM BEACH, FLORIDA ACCEPTING THE BID SUBMITTED BY
ROYAL PALM POOLS LLC FOR POOL HEATERS TO BE INSTALLED AT
THE NORTH PALM BEACH POOL FACILITY AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR AND VILLAGE CLERK TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH
ROYAL PALM POOLS LLC. AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Village issued an Invitation for Sealed Bids for Village Pool Heaters and
installation of the same; and
WHEREAS, upon opening the one bid received, Village Staff recommended accepting the bid
submitted by Royal Palm Pools LLC at a cost not to exceed $58,426.00, to be expended from
Village account # A8051-66490 (Machinery and Equipment) _ $58,426.00
WHEREAS, the Village Council determines that the acceptance of the bid submitted by Royal
Palm Pools LLC is in the best interests of the Village.
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 of the Village of North Palm Beach, Florida, hereby accepts
the bid submitted by Royal Palm Pools LLC for Pool Heaters and installation of
the same, at a total cost not to exceed $58,426.00, and hereby authorizes the
Mayor and Village Clerk to execute an agreement with Royal Palm Pools LLC for
the purchase of Pool Heaters and the installation of the same, as evidenced by the
Agreement attached as Exhibit "A".
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 25TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2007.
(Village Seal)
ATTEST:
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CONTRACT FOR VILLAGE POOL HEATERS
This Contract is made as of the d5 ~vl day of ~,4!!/G(.dJZ 2007 by and
between the VILLAGE OF NORTH rALM EEACH, calm Beach Count ,Florida a~Political
Subdivision of the State of Florida, by and through its Village Council, hereinafter referred to as
the VILLAGE, and ROYAL PALM POOLS, LLC., a limited liability corporation authorized to
do business in the State of Florida, hereinafter referred to as the CONTRACTOR, whose Federal
LD. is 65-0629406.
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 Invitation to Bid for the Village Pool Heaters ("ITB" hereafter) and as further stated in
CONTRACTOR'S responsive bid to the ITB and pursuant to the terms and conditions of this
Contract.
SECTION 1 -SERVICES OF THE CONTRACTOR.
A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide all goods and services as stated in ITB and
CONTRACTOR'S bid 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 services are provided.
B. The goods and services to be provided by the CONTRACTOR shall be commenced
subsequent to the execution and approval of this Contract and upon written notice from the
VILLAGE to proceed.
SECTION 2 -PERIOD OF SERVICE
A. This Contract and the provision of all work, material and equipment hereunder to complete
the project by CONTRACTOR shall be for a period of sixty (601 days or for such other period
of time agreed to in writing by the parties in accordance with the terms and conditions of this
Contract from the date of a Notice to Proceed from the VILLAGE.
B. Upon approval of this Contract by the VILLAGE's Council, CONTRACTOR shall have ten
(10) business days to obtain the required Public Construction Bond in accordance with § 255.05,
Florida Statutes, and provide a copy to the VILLAGE. If the Public Construction Bond is
acceptable to the VILLAGE, VILLAGE will issue a Notice to Proceed to the CONTRACTOR.
If CONTRACTOR needs additional time to secure the required Public Construction Bond, said
time will be taken from the period of sixty (60) days to complete the project.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall not be considered in default by reason of any failure in
performance 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.
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D. 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.
E. 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.
SECTION 3: VILLAGE'S REPRESENTATIVE. Unless otherwise specified by the VILLAGE,
the VILLAGE's representative shall be Mark Hodgkins.
SECTION 4: COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT.
A. 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 goods and services have been provided and rendered in conformity
with the Contract and then will be sent to the Finance Department for payment. CONTRACTOR
will invoice the VILLAGE in advance for each payment period. Invoices will normally be paid
within thirty (30) days following the VILLAGE representative's approval.
B. Services undertaken or expenses incurred by the exceeding an amount set forth in this
Contract without prior written authorization from the VILLAGE shall be the liability of the
CONTRACTOR.
C. CONTRACTOR waives consequential or incidental damages for claims, disputes or other
matters in question arising out of or relating to this Contract.
D. In order for both parties herein to close their books and records, CONTRACTOR will clearly
state "final invoice" on the CONTRACTOR's final/last billing to the VILLAGE. The
CONTRACTOR will be required to have a final inspection and written Ap royal from the
VILLAGE before this final invoice will be paid. This certifies that all goods and services have
been properly performed and all charges have been invoiced to the VILLAGE. Since this
account will thereupon be closed, any and other further charges if not properly included in this
final invoice are waived by the CONTRACTOR. The VILLAGE will not be liable for any
invoice from the CONTRACTOR submitted thirty (30) days after the provision of all goods and
services.
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E, If the VILLAGE fails to make any payment due the CONTRACTOR for services and
expenses under this Contract within forty-five (45) days after the CONTRACTOR's transmittal
of its invoice to the VILLAGE, the CONTRACTOR may, after giving notice to the VILLAGE,
suspend services under this Contract until it has been paid in full all amounts due.
F. 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.
SECTION 5. Use of Documents.
A. All documents, including but not limited to drawings, specifications, plans, reports, other
items and data or programs stored electronically (collectively referred to as "Documents"
hereafter), prepared by the CONTRACTOR and CONTRACTOR's sub-contractors under this
Contract shall be considered a "Work for Hire" and the exclusive property of the VILLAGE. To
the extent such Documents may not be deemed a "Work for Hire" under applicable law,
CONTRACTOR and CONTRACTOR's sub-contractors will assign to VILLAGE all right, title
and interest in and to CONTRACTOR'S and/or CONTRACTOR'S sub-contractors' copyright(s)
for such Documents. CONTRACTOR shall execute and deliver to VILLAGE such instruments
of transfer and take such other action that VILLAGE may reasonable request, including, without
limitation, executing and filing, at VILLAGE'S expense, copyright applications, assignments and
other documents required for the protection of VILLAGE'S right to such Documents. The
CONTRACTOR shall retain copies of the Documents for a period of three (3) years from the
date of completion of the Project. The VILLAGE grants to the CONTRACTOR and
CONTRACTOR'S sub-contractors the right and/or limited license to use a portion of the
Documents prepared by the CONTRACTOR or the CONTRACTOR'S sub-contractors in future
projects of the CONTRACTOR or the CONTRACTOR'S sub-contractors with said right and/or
limited license to use a portion at CONTRACTOR'S or CONTRACTOR's sub-contractor's own
risk and without any liability to VILLAGE.
B. Any modifications made by the VILLAGE to any of the CONTRACTOR'S Documents, or
any use, partial use or reuse of the Documents without written authorization or adaptation by the
CONTRACTOR will be at the VILLAGE'S sole risk and without liability to the
CONTRACTOR. Any electronic files not containing an electronic seal are provided only for the
convenience of the VILLAGE, and use of them is at the VILLAGE'S sole risk.
SECTION 6: INDEMNIFICATION.
A. The CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless the VILLAGE, and its officers
and employees, from liabilities, damages, losses, and costs, including but not limited to,
reasonable attorney's fees (at the trial and appellate levels), to the extent caused by the
negligence, recklessness, or intentionally wrongful conduct of the CONTRACTOR and other
persons employed or utilized by the CONTRACTOR in the performance of a Project.
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B. 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 CONTRACTOR, nor shall
this Contract be construed a waiver of sovereign immunity beyond the waiver provided in §
768.28, Florida Statutes.
SECTION 7: PERSONNEL.
A. The CONTRACTOR represents that it has, or will secure at its own expense, all
necessary personnel required to perform the services under this Contract. Such personnel
shall not be employees of or have any contractual relationship with the VILLAGE.
B. All of the services required hereunder shall be performed by the CONTRACTOR or
under its supervision, and all personnel engaged in performing the services shall be fully
qualified and, if required, authorized or permitted under state and local law to perform such
services.
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.
SECTION 8: SUB-CONTRACTORS.
A. The VILLAGE reserves the right to reject the selection of a particular sub-contractor and
approve all qualifications of any sub-contractor in order to make a determination as to the
capability of the sub-contractor to perform properly under this Contract. The
CONTRACTOR is encouraged to seek minority and women business enterprises for
participation in subcontracting opportunities. Rejection of a proposed sub-contractor may
result in a change in pricing unless such rejection is due solely to poor performance. In any
event, said rejection shall in no way obligate VILLAGE to accept such change in pricing but
VILLAGE may, in its sole discretion, agree to same.
B. If asub-contractor fails to perform or make progress, as required by this Contract, and it
is necessary to replace the sub-contractor to complete the work in a timely fashion, the
CONTRACTOR shall promptly do so, subject to acceptance of the new sub-contractor by the
VILLAGE.
C. All sub-contractors providing services to the CONTRACTOR under this Contract will
also be required to provide their own insurance coverage identical to those contained in this
Contract. In the event that asub-contractor does not have insurance or does not meet the
insurance limits as stated in this Contract, the CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold
harmless the VILLAGE for any claim in excess of the sub-contractor's insurance coverage,
arising out of the negligent acts, errors or omissions of the sub-contractor.
D. The VILLAGE will make no attempt to fix the scope of services for any of the
CONTRACTOR's sub-contractors. The CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for
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fixing the scope of services for the CONTRACTOR'S sub-contractors and the responsibilities
of each.
SECTION 9: TERMINATION.
A. This Contract may be cancelled by the CONTRACTOR upon thirty (30) 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 thirty (30) days written notice to the CONTRACTOR. Unless the
CONTRACTOR is in breach of this Contract, the CONTRACTOR shall be paid for services
rendered to the VILLAGE's satisfaction through the date of termination. After receipt of a
Termination Notice and except as otherwise directed by the VILLAGE, the CONTRACTOR
shall:
1. Stop work on the date and to the extent specified.
2. Terminate and settle all orders and subcontracts relating to the performance of
the terminated work.
3. Transfer all work in progress, completed work, and other materials related to
the terminated work to the VILLAGE.
4. Continue and complete all parts of the work that have not been terminated.
SECTION 10: FEDERAL AND STATE TAX. The VILLAGE is exempt from payment of
Florida State Sales and Use Tax. The VILLAGE will sign an exemption certificate
submitted by the CONTRACTOR. 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.
SEC'T'ION 11: INSURANCE AND PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION BOND.
A. Prior to commencing any work, the CONTRACTOR shall provide certificates evidencing
insurance coverage as required hereunder and the Public Construction bond. Al] insurance
policies shall be issued by companies authorized to do business under the laws of the State of
Florida. The Certificates shall clearly indicate that the CONTRACTOR has obtained
insurance of the type, amount, and classification as required for strict compliance with this
Section and that no material change or cancellation of the insurance shall be effective without
thirty (30) days' prior written notice to the VILLAGE's representative. The Public
Construction Bond shall meet the requirements stated in Section 255.05, F.S. Failure to
comply with the foregoing requirements shall not relieve the CONTRACTOR of its liability
and obligations under this Contract.
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B. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain, during the life of this Contract, commercial general
liability, including contractual liability insurance in the amount of $500,000 per occurrence
to protect the CONTRACTOR from claims for damages for bodily and personal injury,
including wrongful death, as well as from claims of property damages which may arise from
any operations under this Contract, whether such operations be by the CONTRACTOR or by
anyone directly employed by or contracting with the CONTRACTOR.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain, during the life of this Contract, comprehensive
automobile liability insurance in the minimum amount of $500,000 combined single limit for
bodily injury and property damages liability to protect the CONTRACTOR from claims for
damages for bodily and personal injury, including death, as well as from claims for property
damage, which may arise from the ownership, use, or maintenance of owned and non-owned
automobiles, including rented automobiles whether such operations be by the
CONTRACTOR or by anyone directly or indirectly employed by the CONTRACTOR.
D. The parties to this Contract shall carry Workers' Compensation Insurance and
Employer's Liability Insurance for all employees as required by Florida Statutes. In the
event that a party does not carry Workers' Compensation Insurance and chooses not to obtain
same, then such party shall in accordance with Section 440.05, Florida Statutes, apply for and
obtain an exemption authorized by the Department of Insurance and shall provide a copy of
such exemption to the VILLAGE.
E. All insurance, other than Worker's Compensation, to be maintained by the
CONTRACTOR shall specifically include the VILLAGE as an Additional Insured.
SECTION 12: 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.
SECTION 13: DISPUTE RESOLUTION LAW VENUE AND REMEDIES.
A. All claims arising out of this Contract or its breach shall be submitted first to mediation in
accordance with the local rules for mediation in Palm Beach County, Florida. The parties
shall share the mediator's fee equally. The mediation shall be held in Palm Beach County,
unless another location is mutually agreed upon. Agreements reached in mediation shall be
enforceable as settlement agreements in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
B. 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. No remedy
herein conferred upon any party is intended to be exclusive of any other remedy, and each
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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.
SECTION 14: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP. The CONTRACTOR
is, and shall be, in the performance of all Services under this Contract, an Independent
CONTRACTOR, and not an employee, agent, or servant of the VILLAGE. All persons
engaged in any of the Services 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 Services.
SECTION 15: ACCESS AND AUDITS. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain adequate
records to justify all charges, expenses, and costs incurred in estimating and performing the
Services 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 section 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.
SECTION 16: 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.
SECTION 17: ENFORCEMENT COSTS. Except for mediation, 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 maybe entitled.
SECTION 18: 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 Services under this Contract, and that it will at all times
conduct its business and provide the Services under this Contract in a reputable manner.
Proof of such licenses and approvals shall be submitted to the VILLAGE'S representative
upon request.
SECTION 19: 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,
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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.
SECTION 20: MODIFICATIONS OF WORK.
A. The VILLAGE reserves the right to make changes in the work, including alterations,
reductions therein or additions thereto. Upon receipt by the CONTRACTOR of the
VILLAGE's notification of a contemplated change, the CONTRACTOR shall, in writing:
(1) provide a detailed estimate for the increase or decrease in cost due to the contemplated
change, (2) notify the VILLAGE of any estimated change in the completion date, and (3)
advise the VILLAGE if the contemplated change shall effect the CONTRACTOR'S ability to
meet the completion dates or schedules of this Contract.
B. If the VILLAGE so instructs in writing, the CONTRACTOR shall suspend work on that
portion of the work affected by the contemplated change, pending the VILLAGE's decision
to proceed with the change.
C. If the VILLAGE elects to make the change, the VILLAGE shall initiate a Contract
Amendment and the CONTRACTOR shall not commence work on any such change until
such written amendment is signed by the CONTRACTOR and approved and executed by the
Village of North Palm Beach.
SECTION 21: PUBLIC ENTITY CRIMES. CONTRACTOR acknowledges and agrees
that a person or affiliate who has been placed on the convicted vendor list following a
conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a bid, proposal, or reply on a contract to
provide any goods or services to a public entity; may not submit a bid, proposal, or reply on a
contract with a public entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public work;
may not submit bids, proposals, or replies on leases of real property to a public entity; may
not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, sub-contractor, or CONTRACTOR
under a contract with any public entity; and may not transact business with any public entity
in excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017, Florida Statues, for
CATEGORY TWO for a period of 36 months following the date of being placed on the
convicted vendor list. The CONTRACTOR will advise the VILLAGE immediately if it
becomes aware of any violation of this statute.
SECTION 22: PROTECTION OF WORK AND PROPERTY.
A. The CONTRACTOR shall continuously maintain adequate protection of all work from
damage, and shall protect the VILLAGE'S 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. Until acceptance of the work by the VILLAGE, the VILLAGE's property shall be under
the charge and care of the CONTRACTOR and the CONTRACTOR shall take every
necessary precaution against injury or damage to the work by the action of elements or from
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any other cause whatsoever, and the CONTRACTOR shall repair, restore and make good,
without additional work occasioned by any of the above causes before its completion and
acceptance.
C. 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.
SECTION 23: 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: Mark Hodgkins
Village Hall
501 US Highway 1
North Palm Beach, FL 33408
and if sent to the CONTRACTOR shall be mailed to:
Royal Palm Pools, LLC
Attn: Scott Curtis
16333 Temple Blvd.
Loxahatchee, FL 33470
The foregoing names and addresses may be changed if such change is provided in writing to
the other party.
SECTION 24: 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.
SECTION 25: TIME AND LIQUIDATED DAMAGES.
A. Time is of the essence in all respects under this Contract
B. The VILLAGE and CONTRACTOR also recognize the delays, expense and difficulties
involved in proving in a legal or other proceeding, the actual loss suffered by the VILLAGE
if the work is not completed on time. Accordingly, instead of requiring any such proof,
VILLAGE and CONTRACTOR agree that as liquidated damages for delay (but not as
a penalty) CONTRACTOR shall pay VILLAGE two hundred fifty dollars ($250.001 for
each calendar day that expires after the time specified above for fmal completion of the
work and readiness for final payment.
C. Liquidated damages due to the VILLAGE may be withheld, reduced or set-off from
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payments due to the CONTRACTOR, or may be collected from the CONTRACTOR or its
surety or sureties. These provisions for liquidated damages shall not prevent the VILLAGE
from terminating the CONTRACTOR's right to proceed as provided herein or from seeking
and enforcing any other remedy under this Contract or available at law.
SECTION 26: 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.
SECTION 27: 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.
SECTION 28: PREPARATION. This Contract shall not be construed more strongly
against either party regardless of who was more responsible for its preparation.
SECTION 29: 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.
SECTION 30: 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.
SECTION 31: CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND CONTROLLING PROVISIONS. This
Contract consists of the ITB, the CONTRACTOR'S bid to the VILLAGE, this Contract and
any and all exhibits thereto. The CONTRACTOR agrees to be bound by all the terms and
conditions set forth in the aforementioned documents. To the extent that there exists a
conflict between this Contract (and Exhibit "A") and the remaining contract documents, the
terms, conditions, covenants, and/or provisions of this Contract (including Exhibit "A") shall
prevail with the ITB taking precedence over CONTRACTOR'S proposal. Wherever
possible, the provisions of such documents shall be construed in such a manner as to avoid
conflicts between provisions of the various documents.
SECTION 32: LEGAL EFFECT. This Contract shall not become binding and effective
until approved by the Village Council of the Village of North Palm Beach.
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SECTION 33: 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.
SECTION 34: 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:
1. 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 from 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 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 Services 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.
SECTION 35: 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 apre-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
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specifically prohibits such an endorsement, or voids coverage should CONTRACTOR enter
into such an agreement on a pre-loss basis.
SECTION 36: REPRESENTATIONS/BINDING AUTHORITY. SCOTT CURTIS has full
power, authority and legal right to execute and deliver this Contract and perform all of its
obligations under this Contract. By signing this Contract, SCOTT CURTIS hereby represents
to the VILLAGE that he/she has the authority and full legal power to execute this Contract
and any and all documents necessary to effectuate and implement the terms of this Contract
on behalf of the party for whom he or she is signing and to bind and obligate such party with
respect to all provisions contained in this Contract.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the VILLAGE and CONTRACTOR hereto have
made and executed this Contract for Village Pool Heaters as of the day and year first above
written.
ROYAL PALM POOLS, LLC.
BY:
Print Name: ~'~ l i ~ ~ ~~, S
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VILLA O~i.~TORTI~.PALM BEACH
DAVID 13~1'~ORI~IS,
MAYOR
ATTEST:
MELISSA TEAL,
VILLAGE CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGAL SUFFICIENCY
BY~
VILLAGE ATTORNEY
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EXHIBIT "A"
INVOICE FORM AND REQUIREMENTS
(FORM ATTACHED)
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APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT NO.
To: VILLAGE OF NORTH PALM BEACH (OWNER)
From: ROYAL PALM POOLS, LLC (CONTRACTOR)
Contract: Village Pool Heaters
OWNER's ITB for Village Pool Heaters
For Work accomplished through the date o£ , 2007.
I. Original Contract Price:
2. Net change by Change Orders and Written Amendments (+ or -):
3. Current Contract Price (1 plus 2):
4. Total completed and stored to date:
5. Retainage (per Agreement):
(_%) of completed Work, material and eq$ ipment purchased:
6. Total completed and stored to date less retainage (4 minus 5):
7. Less previous Application for Payments:
S. DUE THIS APPLICATION (6 MINUS 7):
Accompanying Documentation:
CONTRACTOR'S Certification:
The undersigned CONTRACTOR certifies that (1) all previous progress payments received from OWNER
on account of Work done and goods purchased under the Contract referred to above have been applied on
account to discharge CONTRACTOR's legitimate obligations incurred in connection with Work, materials
and equipment covered by prior Applications for Payment numbered 1 through inclusive; (2) title of
all Work, materials and equipment incorporated in said Work or otherwise listed in or covered by this
Application for Payment will pass to OWNER at time of payment free and clear of all Liens, security
interests and encumbrances, and (3) all Work, materials and equipment covered by this Application for
Payment are in accordance with the Contract Documents and not defective.
Dated
State of
County of
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
day of , 2007
Notary Public
My Commission expires:
By:
Contractor
Payment of the above AMOUNT DUE THIS APPLICATION is recommended.
Dated
By:
Owner -Village of North Palm Beach
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