AGENDA ITEM REQUEST 20-086

Board Meetings - Mar 03 2020 Resolution

ITEM DESCRIPTION Professional services agreement with HGM Associates Inc. for construction administration

and observation for Angus Road improvements, Project C-77 (15-7) for a not to exceed amount of $61,986

SPEAKER Beth Garber, Purchasing & Capital Projects Manager

SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND Sarpy County has requested HGM Associates provide construction observation, surveying,

staking, grading permit inspections, and testing for the Angus Road paving project. The project was designed and placed on the shelf several years ago. During the budget process the Board asked if there were projects designed and ready to move forward with construction and the Angus Road Project was identified as one that could. The original project estimate was $500,000 but the County received very favorable bids, ranging from $332,704.55 to $426,553.75. The proposed not to exceed fee is $61,986, which is 12% of the original estimated construction cost and 19% of the lowest bid amount. The fee is based on the contractor using the maximum time allotted to complete the project but staff will work with HGM and the contractor to ensure timely completion of the project to reduce the engineering expense.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION staff recommends approval.

FISCAL IMPACT

Fiscal Year 2020

Total County cost of project: $61,986

Is Item in current year budget? ☒ Yes ☐ No

If so, what line item (Department & Object)? 206255/551200

Does this item commit the County to future expenses beyond this amount?

☐ Yes ☒ No Email Address(s): bglismann@hgmonline.com

ATTACHMENTS Resolution 2020-075 - Professional Services Agreement with HGM Associates for Angus Rd.

Improvements 000720-014 HGM Proposal - Sarpy County Angus Road 2-7-20

Submitted by: Beth Garber, Purchasing & Capital Projects Manager

Resolution 2020-075 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SARPY COUNTY, NEBRASKA

Professional Services Agreement With HGM Associates, Inc. for Construction Administration

and Observation for Angus Road Improvements, Project C-77 (15-7) For a Total Cost to the County Not to Exceed $61,986

WHEREAS, pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 23-104(6), the County has the power to do all acts in relation

to the concerns of the County necessary to the exercise of its corporate powers; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 23-103, the powers of the County as a body are exercised by

the County Board; and, WHEREAS, general supervision and control of the public roads of each county is vested in the County

Board by virtue of Neb. Rev. Stat. § 39-1402; and, WHEREAS, this Board has authorized improvements to Angus Road, 232nd Street to 234th Street,

Project C-77 (15-07) via Resolution 2020-060; and, WHEREAS, Sarpy County has requested that HGM Associates, Inc. provide construction observation,

surveying, staking, grading permit inspections, and testing for the Angus Road paving project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SARPY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

that this Board hereby approves and adopts the letter agreement dated February 7, 2020 between the Sarpy County Public Works Department and HGM Associates, Inc., a copy of which is attached hereto, and any other related documents, the same being approved by the Board.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Chair of this Board, together with the County Clerk, are hereby

authorized to execute same on behalf of this Board.

The above Resolution was approved by a vote of the Sarpy County Board of Commissioners at a public meeting duly held in accordance with the applicable law on the 03 day of March 2020

Attest: SEAL

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sarpy County Chairman

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Sarpy County Clerk/Register of Deeds

5022 SOUTH 114th STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA NEBRASKA 68137-2329, (402) 346-7559, FAX (402) 346-0224

February 7, 2020 Mr. Dennis L. Wilson, P.E. Sarpy County Public Works 15100 S 84th St. Papillion, NE 68046 Subject: Angus Road Improvements 232nd Street to 234th Street

Sarpy County, Nebraska Construction Period Services

HGM Proposal Number 000720-014 Dear Denny: On behalf of HGM ASSOCIATES INC. (HGM) we are pleased to submit this letter form agreement for construction period services for the referenced project. This agreement consists of this letter, the attached Scope of Services labeled as Exhibit A and the attached General Provisions labeled as Exhibit B. HGM will provide Basic Services including Construction Observation, Construction Staking, and Materials Testing. These services are more specifically defined in the attached Scope of Services, Exhibit A. We will also provide Additional Services upon your request and receipt of your written authorization. HGM will provide these Basic Services on an hourly basis with our total estimated cost to be $52,300.00. Additional Services will be charged on an hourly basis in accordance with our standard hourly rate schedule. Reimbursable expenses and the use of outside testing laboratories will be charged on the basis of actual cost and are estimated to be $9,686.00 in addition to the cost for Basic Services defined above. We will bill you monthly for our services and reimbursable expenses proportionate to the work completed on the project. All fees are due and payable to HGM within 30 days of the invoice date. A service charge of one and one-half percent per month will be added to any amounts outstanding after 30 days.

5022 SOUTH 114th STREET, SUITE 200, OMAHA NEBRASKA 68137-2329, (402) 346-7559, FAX (402) 346-0224

Sarpy County Public Works February 7, 2020 Page 2 of 2 We anticipate that we will be able to begin work on this project upon receiving your authorization to proceed in the form of your acceptance of this agreement. We estimate that all as-built and project documentation work can then be completed within 30 days of the construction contractors completion of the project. If at any time we are delayed in the performance of these services, we will notify you immediately. Please note that any information to be provided by you as defined under Client's Responsibilities in the attached Scope of Services will need to be furnished to HGM prior to our beginning work. Please indicate your acceptance of this agreement by signing where indicated below and returning one original signed copy to this office; OR, you may then scan a complete set of this document and email it in its entirety to HGM. We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to work with you. Yours very truly, HGM ASSOCIATES INC. - CONSULTANT

William J. Glismann, P.E. Stephen W. Moffitt, P.E. Senior Project Manager Vice President Acceptance of Proposal: SARPY COUNTY - CLIENT __________________________________________ Authorized Signature __________________________________________ Printed Name & Title __________________________________________ Date of Acceptance

SCOPE OF SERVICES EXHIBIT A Page 1 of 3 This is an exhibit attached to and made part of the letter agreement dated February 7, 2020 between: SARPY COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS (CLIENT) and HGM ASSOCIATES INC. (CONSULTANT).

CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AND OBSERVATION

FOR ANGUS ROAD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. C-77(15-7)

HGM will furnish Construction Administration and full-time Observation Services during the construction phase of the Angus Road Improvement project. The construction administrative services are based on 30 – working days. We have assumed part time on-site Observation based on a 6-hour work day Monday through Friday (based on 30-working days), starting on the date of the Contractors Notice to Proceed. The length of the construction administration contract will allow for 30 days after the completion date to complete project close out and record drawings.

In the performance of these services, HGM shall not have authority or responsibility to supervise, direct, or control the Contractor's work or the Contractor's means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures of construction. HGM shall not have authority or responsibility for safety precautions and programs incident to the Contractor's work or for any failure of the Contractor to comply with laws, regulations, rules, ordinances, codes or orders applicable to the Contractor furnishing and performing the work. The Contractor shall have sole responsibility for safety and for maintaining safe practices and avoiding unsafe practices or conditions. These services shall in no way relieve the Contractor of complete supervision of the work or the Contractor's obligation for complete compliance with the drawings and specifications. Specific services performed by the HGM are as follows:

1. Pre-construction Conference - At the date and time selected by the Owner and at facilities provided by the Owner, conduct a pre-construction conference. HGM will prepare an agenda for the conference, record and distribute meeting minutes to those in attendance. The pre-construction conference will include:

a. Discussion of the Contractor's tentative schedule; procedures for transmittal and review of the Contractor's submittals; processing payment applications, frequency of payment, and deadline for submittal of pay request; critical work sequencing; change orders; record documents; and the Contractor's responsibilities for safety and first aid. Procedures for dealing with unforeseen problems will be developed and discussed.

b. Discussion of utilities point of contact, utility locations and conflicts, critical work sequencing and scheduling, and procedures for dealing with unforeseen problems.

c. Discussion of weekly Progress Meeting time and location.

2. Progress Meetings - HGM will conduct progress meetings as needed during the project construction time frame. HGM Project Engineer will attend and prepare meeting attendance sheets and agendas, record and distribute meeting minutes for a maximum of 6-meetings over the course of the contract.

3. Review Contractor's Submittals – HGM will coordinate Contractor submittals for equipment, materials, and construction with the HGM Project Engineer. All requests for variations from the contract documents will be reviewed with Sarpy County before issuing an approval to the contractor. Such reviews shall not extend to means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures of construction or to safety precautions and programs incident thereto.

SCOPE OF SERVICES EXHIBIT A Page 2 of 3

4. Construction Observation - HGM will furnish part-time Construction Administration and Observation Services during the construction phase of the projects based on 30-working days. The scope is for part-time construction observation at 6 - hours a work day, 5- work days a work week during the 30 - working day period, plus an additional 5 working days for punch list items for a maximum of 210 – hours. Part-time Construction Observation will be of the general progress of the work to assist in determining if the work is proceeding in accordance with the plans and specifications. All discrepancies observed during full-time observation will be reported to Sarpy County, and Contractor. The HGM Project Manager shall approve corrective measures prior to correcting work.

a. We have assumed varied site visits and allocated a maximum of 4-hours by the HGM Project Engineer as issues needing attention arise.

5. Construction Reporting – HGM will provide a Weekly Work Report that will be a weekly summary of observed days of the contractor’s work. A field diary will be kept as a record of the construction activities and collection of shipping tickets of delivered materials.

6. Pay Requests – Pay requests will be generated by HGM based on the measured quantities of work. HGM will review the quantities with Sarpy County’s representative and will verify quantity discrepancies with the Contractor, as needed.

7. Process Change Orders - HGM will coordinate the preparation of change orders that are agreed to by the contract parties. Documentation to support the basis for the claim will be developed, as well as justification for change to the contract price. HGM will review change order requests and they will be discussed with Sarpy County before they are developed in final form.

8. Drawing Interpretation – HGM will provide any contractor questions to Sarpy County through the Project Manager. HGM has assumed only enough staff time to process information from the Contractor to Sarpy County and to document decisions resulting from interpretations provided by Sarpy County.

9. Final Inspection – HGM will schedule a final walk through for the project with the City of Omaha, Owner and Contractors. HGM will conduct the final completion walk through to identify items requiring completion or correction prior to final payment. HGM will prepare the final completion punch list and distribute to Sarpy County and Contractor.

10. Record Drawings – HGM will maintain record drawings and specifications based on site observation and the Contractor’s record drawings. This information will be combined and one a copy of the record drawings will be provided to Sarpy County at the completion of the project.

11. Construction Staking – HGM will provide the following construction survey staking services.

a. Verify project control

b. Stake 3 culverts and culvert extension

c. Check Centerline subgrade after completion of grading

d. Stake 1174 LF of Paving – 2 edges

e. Stake 600 LF of curb & gutter

f. Stake concrete flumes.

SCOPE OF SERVICES EXHIBIT A Page 3 of 3

12. Construction Testing – Thiele Geotech will provide material testing and earthwork compaction testing in accordance with their attached scope of services.

13. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) - HGM will provide the following SWPPP Inspection Services:

a. Prepare NPDES permit application and submit to NE Department of Natural Resources.

b. Prepare SWPPP Narrative and Submit Grading Permit / SWPPP Application through the Papillion Creek Watershed Partnership (PCWP) website.

c. Set up Reporting Information on Papillion Creek Watershed Partnership website (PERMIX).

d. Perform SWPPP Inspection of site in accordance with NDEQ and PCWP requirements. Inspection of site to be done weekly and after all rainfall events greater than ½ inch.

e. Submit Inspection Reports electronically on the Papillion Creek Watershed Partnership website.

f. Prepare project closeout documents for SWPPP final submittal.

g. Inspection period shall be from start of construction until final closeout of SWPPP after vegetation has been established. Estimated SWPPP inspection period to be 6 months with closeout in November 2020.

14. Project Management – Project management services will be provided including:

a. Contact utilities, distribute a project map, and schedule a utility meeting (if required),

b. Contract management and invoicing,

c. Other general project management tasks as required for the project based on the current scope and construction completion schedule of 30 - working days.

15. Project Close-Out – HGM will compile the following files and paperwork to submit to Sarpy County.

a. As-built Plan

b. Itemized project costs

c. Electronic Files of the following:

i. Digital model space drawings - dwg

ii. As-built drawings - pdf files

iii. Project daily inspection reports – pdf

iv. Project test reports – pdf

v. As-built certification form – pdf

vi. Itemized project costs - pdf

GENERAL PROVISIONS EXHIBIT B Page 1 of 3

This is an exhibit attached to and made part of the letter agreement dated February 7, 2020 between: SARPY COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS (CLIENT) and HGM ASSOCIATES INC. (CONSULTANT). The General Provisions agreed to by CONSULTANT and CLIENT are as follows: Entire Agreement: This Agreement, comprising pages 1 through 2, and Exhibits A, B and C, is the entire Agreement between the Client and the Consultant. It supersedes all prior communications, understandings and agreements, whether oral or written. Amendments to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both the Client and the Consultant.

Ownership of Instruments of Service: All reports, plans, specifications, field data, field notes, laboratory test data, calculations, estimates, and other documents prepared by the CONSULTANT as instruments of service shall remain the property of the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT shall retain these records for a period of ten (10) years, during which period they will be made available to the CLIENT at all reasonable times. CONSULTANT will provide CLIENT with a paper copy of the plans, the specifications, and laboratory test reports for information and reference in connection with the project; however, such documents are not intended or represented to be suitable for reuse by CLIENT or others. Any such reuse will be at CLIENT’S sole risk and without liability or legal exposure to CONSULTANT or CONSULTANT'S subconsultants.

CADD/Electronic Files: In accepting, and utilizing any drawings, reports and data on any form of electronic media generated by the CONSULTANT, the CLIENT agrees that all such electronic files are instruments of service. The CLIENT agrees to waive all claims against the CONSULTANT resulting in any way from any unauthorized changes to, or reuse of, the electronic files for any projects by anyone other than the CONSULTANT. In the event of a conflict between printed hard copy documents signed and sealed by the CONSULTANT and electronic files, the hard copy documents shall govern.

Termination or Suspension: If the CLIENT fails to make payments to the CONSULTANT in accordance with this Agreement, such failure shall be considered substantial nonperformance and cause for termination or, at the CONSULTANT’S option, cause for suspension of performance of services under this Agreement. If the CONSULTANT elects to suspend services, the CONSULTANT shall give seven days’ written notice to the CLIENT before suspending services. In the event of a suspension of services, the CONSULTANT shall have no liability to the CLIENT for delay or damage caused the CLIENT because of such suspension of services. Before resuming services, the CONSULTANT shall be paid all sums due prior to suspension and any expenses incurred in the interruption and resumption of the CONSULTANT’S services. The CONSULTANT’S fees for the remaining services and the time schedules shall be equitably adjusted.

If the CLIENT suspends the Project, the CONSULTANT shall be compensated for services performed prior to notice of such suspension. When the Project is resumed, the CONSULTANT shall be compensated for expenses incurred in the interruption and resumption of the CONSULTANT’S services. The CONSULTANT’S fees for the remaining services and the time schedules shall be equitably adjusted.

Either party may terminate this Agreement upon not less than seven days’ written notice should the other party fail substantially to perform in accordance with the terms of this Agreement through no fault of the party initiating the termination.

In the event of termination not the fault of the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT shall be compensated for services performed prior to termination, together with Reimbursable Expenses then due and all Termination Expenses indicated in the next paragraph.

Termination Expenses are in addition to compensation for the CONSULTANT’S services and include expenses directly attributable to termination for which the CONSULTANT is not otherwise compensated.

The CLIENT’S rights to use the CONSULTANT’S Instruments of Service in the event of a termination of this Agreement are set forth in the Ownership of Instruments of Service clause above. If the CLIENT requests copies of the CONSULTANT’S Instruments of Service, the cost of the preparation of those copies shall be considered as a Termination Expense.

Plan Revisions: If, after any plans or specifications are completed on any portion thereof, and are approved by the CLIENT and other necessary agencies, the CONSULTANT is required to change plans and specifications because of changes made, authorized, or ordered by the CLIENT, then the CONSULTANT shall receive additional compensation for such changes. Fees for these changes will be computed on an hourly basis.

Information Furnished by CLIENT: CLIENT shall be responsible for, and CONSULTANT may rely upon, the accuracy and completeness of all requirements, programs, instructions, reports, data and other information furnished by CLIENT to CONSULTANT pursuant to this Agreement. CONSULTANT may use such requirements, programs, instructions, reports, data, and information in performing or furnishing services under this Agreement.

Information Furnished by Utility Companies: The utility locations shown on the CONSULTANT’S instruments of service are from locates or drawings provided to the CONSULTANT by the utility companies. The CONSULTANT makes no guarantee that the utilities shown on the CONSULTANT’S instruments of service comprise all such utilities in the area, either in service or abandoned. The CONSULTANT further does not warrant that the utilities shown on the instruments of service are in the exact location indicated.

Successors and Assigns: Both parties agree that, upon execution of this agreement, same shall be binding upon their/its successors, assigns, and legal representatives until terminated by the expiration of agreement or termination by written notice, as provided above.

GENERAL PROVISION EXHIBIT B Page 2 of 3

Limitation of Liability: The CLIENT agrees that to the fullest extent permitted by law, the total liability, in the aggregate, of CONSULTANT, CONSULTANT’S officers, directors, partners, employees, agents, and subconsultants, to CLIENT, and anyone claiming by, through, or under CLIENT for any claims, losses, costs, or damages whatsoever arising out of, resulting from or in any way related to this Project or Agreement from any cause or causes, including but not limited to torts, negligence, professional errors or omissions, strict liability, breach of contract, or breach of warranty, shall not exceed the consultants insurance coverage at the time of settlement or judgement. Waiver of Consequential Damages: Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the Contrary, it is agreed that CONSULTANT shall not be liable in any event for any special or consequential damages suffered by the CLIENT arising out of the services hereunder. Special or consequential damages as used herein shall include, but not limited to, loss of capital, loss of product, loss of use of any system, or other property, or any other indirect, special or consequential damage, whether arising in contract, tort (including negligence), warranty or strict liability.

Opinion of Probable Construction Cost: Opinions of probable construction costs and detailed cost estimates prepared by the CONSULTANT represent his/her best judgment as a design professional familiar with the construction industry. It is recognized, however, that the CONSULTANT has no control over the cost of labor, materials or equipment, over the Contractor's methods of determining bid prices or over competitive bidding or market conditions. Accordingly, the CONSULTANT makes no warranty, express or implied, that the bids or the negotiated cost of the work will not vary from the CONSULTANT’s opinion of probable construction cost.

Construction Phase Services: (If included under the scope of this Agreement) The CONSULTANT shall provide administration of the Contract between the CLIENT and the Contractor as set forth below and in General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. The CONSULTANT’s responsibility to provide Construction Phase Services commences with the award of the Contract for Construction and terminates on the date the CONSULTANT issues the Statement of Final Completion.

The CONSULTANT shall advise and consult with the CLIENT during the Construction Phase Services. The CONSULTANT shall have authority to act on behalf of the CLIENT only to the extent provided in this Agreement or the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. The CONSULTANT shall not have control over, charge of, or responsibility for the construction means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures, or for safety precautions and programs in connection with the Work, nor shall the CONSULTANT be responsible for the Contractor’s failure to perform the Work in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents. The CONSULTANT shall be responsible for the CONSULTANT’s negligent acts or omissions, but shall not have control over or charge of, and shall not be responsible for, acts or omissions of the Contractor or of any other persons or entities performing portions of the Work.

The CONSULTANT shall visit the site at intervals appropriate to the stage of construction to become generally familiar with the progress and quality of the portion of the Work completed, and to determine, in general, if the Work observed is being performed in a manner indicating that the Work, when fully completed, will be in substantial compliance with the Contract Documents. However, the CONSULTANT shall not be required to make exhaustive or continuous on-site inspections to check the quality or quantity of the Work. On the basis of the site visits, the CONSULTANT shall keep the CLIENT reasonably informed about the progress and quality of the portion of the Work completed, and report to the CLIENT (1) known deviations from the Contract Documents and from the most recent construction schedule submitted by the Contractor, and (2) defects and deficiencies observed in the Work.

Jobsite Safety: That the General Contractor shall be solely responsible for jobsite safety, and that this intent shall be carried out in the CLIENT’S contract with the General Contractor, and that such contract shall indemnify the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT, and his agents, shall be named as an additional insured on the General Contractor’s policies of general liability insurance.

Construction Staking: That the Fees the CONSULTANT receives for the task of construction staking are not commensurate with the potential risk. CLIENT, therefore, agrees to check or require General Contractor to check the location of all construction stakes placed by the CONSULTANT. CLIENT further agrees to limit liability of CONSULTANT for construction staking services such that the total liability of the CONSULTANT shall not exceed the CONSULTANT’S compensation received for the particular service, or $5,000.00, whichever is greater.

Hazardous Materials: The CLIENT agrees that the CONSULTANT’s scope of services does not include any services related to the presence of any asbestos, fungi, bacteria, mold or hazardous or toxic materials. Should it become known to the CONSULTANT that such materials may be present on or adjacent to the jobsite, the CONSULTANT may, without liability for any damages, suspend performance under this agreement, until CLIENT takes appropriate action to remove or abate said materials. The CLIENT further agrees, notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to indemnify and hold harmless the CONSULTANT, its officers, partners, employees and subconsultants (collectively, CONSULTANT) from and against any and all claims, suits, demands, liabilities, losses, damages or costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and defense costs arising out of or in any way connected with the detection, presence, handling, removal, abatement, or disposal of any asbestos, fungi, bacteria, mold, hazardous or toxic substances, or products or materials that exist on, about or adjacent to the Project site, whether liability arises under breach of contract or warranty, tort, including negligence, strict liability or statutory liability or any other cause of action, except for the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the CONSULTANT.

Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the laws of the State of Nebraska and the venue for any litigation with respect hereto shall be in the courts of Sarpy County, Nebraska.

GENERAL PROVISIONS EXHIBIT B Page 3 of 3

Indemnification: The Consultant agrees, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to indemnify and hold harmless the Client, its officers, directors and employees (collectively, Client) against all damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees and defense costs, to the extent caused by the Consultant's negligent performance of professional services under this Agreement and that of its subconsultants or anyone for whom the Consultant is legally liable. The Client agrees, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to indemnify and hold harmless the Consultant, its officers, directors, employees and subconsultants (collectively, Consultant) against all damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees and defense costs, to the extent caused by the Client's negligent acts in connection with the Project and the acts of its contractors, subcontractors or consultants or anyone for whom the Client is legally liable. Neither the Client nor the Consultant shall be obligated to indemnify the other party in any manner whatsoever for the other party's own negligence.

Residency Verification Clause: Pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 4-114 et seq., each party shall use a federal immigration verification system to determine the work eligibility status of new employees physically performing services within the State of Nebraska. A federal immigration verification system means the electronic verification of the work authorization program authorized by the illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996, 8 U.S.C. § 1324a, known as the E-Verify Program, or an equivalent federal program designated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or other federal agency authorized to verify the work eligibility status of a newly hired employee.

Insurance: During the course of services provided for by this Agreement, the Consultant shall maintain Worker’s Compensation Insurance in accordance with the Worker’s Compensation laws of the State of Nebraska; Professional Liability Insurance with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate; Automobile Liability Insurance with a combined single limit coverage of $1,000,000 for each accident; and Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 aggregate. For the Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance, the Client is to be named as an additional insured on the insurance coverage identified in this section. In addition, the insurance coverage identified in this section shall be kept in force during the life of the Agreement and if there is any event of cancellation or, or material change in any of the insurance coverage, the Consultant shall notify the Client within thirty (30) days. The Consultant shall furnish proof of insurance coverage, if requested by the Client.

Nondiscrimination Clause: Pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 73-102, the parties declare, promise, and warrant that they have and will continue to comply fully with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended (42 U.S.C.A. § 1985, et seq.), and the Nebraska Fair Employment Practice Act, Neb. Rev. Stat. § 48-1101, et seq., in that there shall be no discrimination against any employee who is employed in the performance of this Agreement, or against any applicant for such employment, because of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, disability or sex.

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ESTIMATED FEE FOR HOURLY SERVICES Exhibit CHGM ASSOCIATES, INC. Angus Road ImprovementsSarpy County, NebraskaCONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES Description of Registered SWPP Construction Work Items/Tasks Project Mgr. Surveyor Inspector Observer CADD Tech Survey Crew

PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING 4 0 0 2 0 0

PROGRESS MEETINGS - WEEKLY 18 0 0 0 0 0

SUBMITTAL REVIEW / DRAWING QUESTIONS 8 0 0 0 0 0

CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION 0 0 0 210 0 0 - 30 Working Days + 5 Days @ 6 hr/day CONSTRUCTION REPORTING 3 0 0 12 0 0

PAY REQUESTS / CHANGE ORDERS 4 0 0 8 0 0

CONSTRUCTION STAKING 0 5 0 0 4 46

SWPPP INSPECTION - Applications & set up Website Reporting 1 0 12 0 0 0 - SWPPP Inspections & Reporting -20 times 0 0 40 0 0 0 - SWPPP Permit Close-out 2 0 8 0 4 0

FINAL INSPECTION 6 0 0 10 0 0

PROJECT MANAGEMENT 8 0 0 0 0 0

PROJECT CLOSEOUT 2 0 0 8 16 0

TOTAL MANHOURS 56 5 60 250 24 46

SALARY EXPENSESClassification Manhours Rate Cost

Project Manager 56 X $189.00 $10,590.00Registered Land Surveyor 5 X $158.00 $790.00SWPPP Inspector 60 X $122.00 $7,320.00Construction Observer 250 X $84.00 $21,000.00CADD Technician 24 X $101.00 $2,430.00Survey Crew 46 X $220.00 $10,120.00

Total Fee $52,300.00

T h i e l e G e o t e c h I n c

Proposal for Material Testing ServicesAngus Road Improvements - 232nd Street to 234th Street

Sarpy County, NebraskaJanuary 9, 2020

Thiele Geotech, Inc. is pleased to submit our proposal for material testing services for the referenced project. The following sections detail services that may be provided. A listing of applicable unit rates is attached in Exhibit A and the contract terms are attached in Exhibit B.

SCOPE OF SERVICES – MATERIALS TESTING

Material testing on this project may consist of the following services:

1. Observation of site stripping and proof-rolling

2. Compaction tests on structural fill and backfill

3. Compaction tests on pavement subgrades

4. Test concrete materials and make cylinders

5. Sample asphalt materials and periodically monitor laydown compaction

6. Appurtenant laboratory tests on soil, concrete, and asphalt materials

7. Engineering consultation, reports, and project management

Test procedures, requirements, frequency, and locations will be as set forth in the plans and specifications or as directed by the Architect/Engineer or field representative. Testing will be conducted on an "on-call" basis.

ESTIMATED COST & BILLING

Material testing services will be billed at the unit rates listed in Exhibit A. Any tests not listed will be billed at our normal fee schedule rates in effect at the time of the test. Based on the number of tests in Exhibit A, the total cost for testing services is estimated at $9,686. This cost estimate is not intended as a not-to-exceed or lump-sum cost. The number of tests performed is highly dependent upon numerous factors beyond our control, including weather conditions, the contractor's schedule and performance, and the amount of discretionary testing requested. Consequently, the actual cost may be higher or lower than the estimated cost. We will bill only for the tests actually performed, and not on any lump sum or minimum cost basis.

EXHIBITS

Exhibit A - Unit Rate ScheduleExhibit B - General Conditions

THIELE GEOTECH, INC. CLIENT:

By: By: Date:

Robert E. Matlock, SVP Name:

13478 Chandler Road Address:

Omaha, Nebraska 68138-3716 City, State:

402/556-2171 Fax 402/556-7831 Phone: Fax:

T h i e l e G e o t e c h I n c

Material Testing Proposal January 9, 2020Exhibit A

COST ESTIMATEAngus Road Improvements - 232nd Street to 234th Street

Description Estimated Unit EstimatedQuantity Rate Cost

GradingEngineering Technician (/hr.) 2.0 79.00 158.00Compaction Test (ea.) 10.0 40.00 400.00Trip Charge - Zone 1 Metro Area (/trip) 5.0 65.00 325.00

CulvertsCompaction Test (ea.) 8.0 40.00 320.00Trip Charge - Zone 1 Metro Area (/trip) 4.0 65.00 260.00

Curb and Gutter and FlumesConcrete Test Set (slump/air/temp/cast 4-4"x8" OR 3-6"x12" cyl) 5.0 87.00 435.00Compressive Strength of Cylinder (ea.) 20.0 19.00 380.00Trip Charge - Zone 1 Metro Area (/trip) 8.0 65.00 520.00

PavingCompaction Test (ea.) 21.0 40.00 840.00Trip Charge - Zone 1 Metro Area (/trip) 10.0 65.00 650.00HMA Marshall (% AC, Gradation, MLD, MTD) /(set) 4.0 460.00 1,840.00Engineering Technician (/hr.) 6.0 79.00 474.00Fine Aggregate Angularity (ea.) 4.0 95.00 380.00Coarse Aggregate Angularity (ea.) 4.0 95.00 380.00Trip Charge - Zone 1 Metro Area (/trip) 4.0 65.00 260.00Asphalt Specimen Coring (ea.) 4.0 70.00 280.00Core Compaction and Measured Length (ea.) 4.0 35.00 140.00Trip Charge - Zone 1 Metro Area (/trip) 1.0 65.00 65.00

MiscellaneousProject Engineer (/hr.) 8.0 128.00 1,024.00Standard Proctor (ea.) 1.0 180.00 180.00Modified Proctor (ea.) 1.0 195.00 195.00Atterberg Limits (/set) 2.0 90.00 180.00

Total 9,686.00

Material Testing Proposal January 9, 2020Exhibit B

GENERAL CONDITIONS

T h i e l e G e o t e c h I n c

1. SCOPE OF WORK: Thiele Geotech, Inc. (including its officers, directors, employees and subconsultants, hereafter referred to as TG) shall perform the services described in the contract and shall invoice the client for those services at the Fee Schedule rates. Any cost estimates stated in this contract shall not be considered as firm figures unless specifically stated in this contract. If unexpected site conditions are discovered, the scope of services may change. TG will provide additional services at the contract Fee Schedule rates.

2. ACCESS TO SITES, PERMITS, AND APPROVALS: The client shall furnish TG with right-of-access to the site in order to conduct the planned exploration. Unless otherwise agreed, the client will also secure all necessary permits, approvals, licenses, and consents necessary to the performance of the services hereunder. While TG will take reasonable precautions to minimize damage to the property, it is understood by the client that, in the normal course of work, some damage may occur, the restoration of which is not part of this agreement.

3. UTILITIES: In the performance of its work, TG will take reasonable precautions to avoid damage or injury to subsurface utilities or structures. This includes requesting locates of utility owned lines and services. The client agrees to hold TG harmless and indemnify TG for any claims, payments, or other liability, including attorney fees, incurred by TG for damage to any privately owned subsurface utilities or structures which are not correctly identified to TG.

4. UNANTICIPATED HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: It shall be the duty of the client to advise TG of any known or suspected hazardous substances which are or may be related to the services provided; such hazardous substances including but not limited to products, materials, or wastes which may exist on or near any premises upon which work is to be performed by TG. If TG observes or suspects the existence of hazardous materials during the course of providing services, TG may, at its option, suspend further work on the project and notify client of the conditions. Services will be resumed only after a renegotiation of scope of services and fees. In the event that such renegotiation cannot occur to the satisfaction of TG, TG may, at its option, terminate this contract. It is understood and agreed that TG does not create, generate, or at any time take possession or ownership of hazardous materials as a result of its exploration services.

5. REPORTS AND INVOICES: TG will furnish up to 3 copies of reports to the client. Additional copies will be provided at the expense of the client. TG may submit invoices to the client monthly and upon completion of services. Payment is due upon presentation of invoices and past due 30 days from the invoice date. Client agrees to pay a finance charge on past due invoices of 1.25 percent per month, but not exceeding the maximum rate allowed by law.

6. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS: All reports, boring logs, data, notes, calculations, estimates, and other documents prepared by TG as instruments of service shall remain the property of TG.

7. SAMPLE DISPOSAL: Unless otherwise agreed, test specimens or samples will be disposed immediately upon completion of the test.

8. CONFIDENTIALITY: TG will hold confidential all business or technical information obtained from the client or generated in the performance of services hereunder and identified in writing by the client as confidential. TG will not disclose such information without the client's consent except to the extent required for; 1) performance of services under this contract; 2) compliance with professional standards of conduct for preservation of public safety, health, and welfare; 3) compliance with any court order or other governmental directive; and/or 4) protection of TG against claims or liabilities arising from performance of services under this contract. TG's obligations hereunder shall not apply to information in the public domain or lawfully acquired on a non-confidential basis from others. TG's technical and pricing information are to be considered confidential and proprietary, and shall not be released or otherwise made available to any third party without the express written consent of TG.

9. STANDARD OF CARE: Services performed by TG under this contract will be conducted in a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by members of the profession currently practicing

under similar conditions. No other warranty, express or implied, is made or intended by the proposal for services or by furnishing oral or written reports of the findings made. The client recognizes that TG does not owe any fiduciary responsibility to the client. The client further recognizes that subsurface conditions may vary from those encountered at the location where borings, surveys, tests, or explorations are made by TG, and that the data, interpretations, and recommendations of TG are based solely upon the data available to TG. TG will be responsible for those data, interpretations, and recommendations, but shall not be responsible for the interpretation by others of the information developed.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: In recognition of the relative risks, rewards, and benefits to both the client and to TG, the risks have been allocated such that the client agrees to limit TG's liability to the client and all other parties claiming to have relied on TG's work provided through the client to $50,000 or TG's total fee for services rendered on this project, whichever is greater. This limitation of liability is a business understanding between the parties voluntarily and knowingly entered into, and shall apply to all theories of recovery including, but not limited to, breach of contract, warranty, tort (including negligence), strict or statutory liability, or any other cause of action except for willful misconduct or gross negligence.

11. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: Neither party, including their respective contractors or subconsultants, shall be liable to the other or shall make any claim for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages. This mutual waiver of consequential damages shall include, but is not limited to: loss of use, loss of profit, loss of business, loss of income, loss of reputation, and any other consequential damages that either party may have incurred from any cause of action including negligence, strict liability, breach of contract, and breach of strict or implied warranty.

12. CLAIMS: Client agrees that any claim for damages filed against TG by Client or any contractor or subcontractor hired directly or indirectly by Client will be filed solely against TG or its successors or assigns, and that no individual person shall be made personally liable for damages, in whole or in part. All claims by Client shall be deemed relinquished unless filed within one year after substantial completion of TG’s services under this agreement.

13. TERMINATION: This contract may be terminated by either party upon 7 days prior written notice. In the event of termination, TG shall be compensated by client for all services performed up to and including the termination date and for the completion of such services and records as are necessary to place TG's files in order and/or protect its professional reputation. If either party terminates this contract, these General Conditions shall survive termination and shall remain enforceable between the parties.

14. DISPUTE RESOLUTION: In an effort to resolve any conflicts that arise during or following this project, the client and TG agree that all disputes between them arising out of or related to this agreement shall be submitted to nonbinding mediation unless the parties mutually agree otherwise. The client and TG also agree to include a similar mediation provision in all agreements with independent contractors and consultants thereby providing for mediation as the primary method for dispute resolution for all parties on the project.

15. PRECEDENCE: These standards, terms, and conditions shall take precedence over any inconsistent or contradictory language contained in any proposal, contract, purchase order, requisition, notice to proceed, or like document regarding TG's services.

16. ASSIGNMENT: Neither party under this contract may transfer or assign any rights under or interests in this contract without the prior written consent of the other party.

17. PROVISIONS SEVERABLE: In the event that any of the provisions of these General Conditions should be found to be unenforceable, it shall be stricken and the remaining provisions shall be enforceable.