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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Snow Removal Services

Request for Proposal No. 021-25 RFP Snow Removal

Date of Issue: June 24th, 2025 Proposal Closing Date: July 15th, 2025, at 2:00 PM

Proposal to be returned PRIOR TO date and time above.

SUBMIT TO:

Douglas County School District RE-1 (“DCSD” or “District”)

Via:

Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (“BidNet”):

http://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/douglas-county-school-district-re-1

THIS IS NOT A COMPETITIVE BID. The request for proposal process allows DCSD to select the supplier that best meets the needs of DCSD, considering supplier qualifications, price, products, and service capabilities.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

021-25 RFP Snow Removal

DCSD is requesting proposals from qualified firms or individuals for Snow Removal Services.

Proposals are to be submitted to the Strategic Sourcing & Contract Management Department of DCSD in accordance with the Instructions to Suppliers and all other requirements as referenced in this document. Proposals will be received until the due date and time listed on the first page of this document, at which time the names of those suppliers submitting proposals will be made available through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing website. No other public disclosure will be made until after award of contract.

DCSD will use the following tentative schedule for the selection process:

RFP Published on BidNet

June 24th, 2025

RFP Question Deadline

July 8th, 2025 by 5:00 pm

Proposal submission deadline

July 15th, 2025 by 2:00 pm

Evaluation of proposals & supplier shortlist

TBD

Interviews with selected suppliers (if applicable)

Award of contract

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INSTRUCTIONS TO SUPPLIERS

1. Suppliers responding to this Request for Proposal (“RFP”) must submit their proposals in the format as outlined in this solicitation.

2. Each supplier proposal shall consist of one electronic copy in the format specified within proposal format. The proposals are to be submitted no later than 2:00 P.M. via:

Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (BidNet):

For Douglas County School District RE-1

3. Proposals must be dated and signed by a duly authorized partner or corporate officer, with that person’s name and title clearly identified. All of the proposal contents and fees must be guaranteed for ninety (90) days from the proposal date.

4. The content of all proposals must conform to the following:

• Suppliers must respond to the questions in the order presented (if applicable).

• Suppliers may provide additional supporting documentation pertinent to clarification of the proposal.

• If using the Douglas County logo in your proposal, please use the current monochromatic brand as shown on this link:

https://www.dcsdk12.org/about/departments/communications/branding-logos-and-templates

5. DCSD reserves the right to:

• Reject any and all proposals received as a result of this RFP.

• Waive or decline to waive any informalities and any irregularities in any proposal or responses received.

• Adopt all or any portion of the supplier’s proposal.

• Negotiate changes in the scope of work or services to be provided.

• Withhold the award of contract.

• Select the supplier(s) it deems to be most qualified to fulfill the needs of DCSD.

The supplier with the lowest proposal will not necessarily be the one most qualified, since a number of factors other than price are important in the determination of the most acceptable proposal, as stated in Section 13 below.

6. The selected supplier will be required to assume responsibility for all goods and services offered in the proposal, whether or not the supplier produces them. Further, the selected supplier shall be the sole point of contact and responsibility with regard to all contractual matters, including payment of any and all charges resulting from the contract. The selected supplier shall not assign or transfer any interest in the contract without prior written consent of DCSD.

https://www.dcsdk12.org/about/departments/communications/branding-logos-and-templates https://www.dcsdk12.org/about/departments/communications/branding-logos-and-templates

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7. DCSD shall not be liable for any costs incurred by the supplier in the preparation and production of the proposal or for any work performed prior to the execution of a contract.

8. All proposals and other materials submitted shall become the property of DCSD.

9. No reports, information, or data given to or prepared by the selected supplier shall be made available to any individual or organization by a respondent or the selected supplier without prior written approval of DCSD.

10. All changes in the RFP documents shall be through written addendum and furnished to all suppliers via Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (BidNet). Verbal information obtained otherwise shall not be considered in awarding of the proposal.

11. The selected supplier may be required to enter into a written contract with DCSD using

DCSD’s approved contract form, which can be found here. The information included in this RFP and acceptable parts of the supplier’s proposal may be incorporated into and become part of the final contract.

12. Suppliers who have questions concerning the submission of proposals or the RFP process must post directly to Rocky Mountain e-Purchasing (BidNet).

13. The proposals will be reviewed by a selection committee. The committee may request additional information from suppliers or request personal interviews with one or more suppliers. Final evaluation and selection may be based on, but not limited to, any or all of the following:

• Information presented in the proposal.

• Ability of the supplier to provide quality and timely products and services.

• Qualifications and experience of the supplier.

• Reference checks.

• Personal interview.

• Total cost.

• Proposed timelines.

14. DCSD is an equal-opportunity employer. Businesses owned and operated by minorities or women are encouraged to submit proposals. Suppliers to whom a contract is awarded shall not discriminate based on age, race, color, national origin, gender, creed, or disability.

15. The successful supplier will be required to complete, at their own expense, a Criminal record check on all employees working on or reasonably likely to work on District property for this contract. Employees who have been convicted of, pled nolo contendere to, or received a deferred sentence or deferred prosecution for a felony or a misdemeanor crime involving unlawful sexual behavior or unlawful behavior involving children will not be allowed to work on District property for this contract.

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The successful supplier must complete a Verification of Background Check indicating that they have done a background check on all of their employees working on District property. The successful supplier will be responsible for adhering to any Federal, State, and Local privacy and confidentiality requirements and other laws, regulations, or policies governing employee background checks.

16. All suppliers are required to sign the CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT and SUSPENSION (included below), indicating the supplier’s business has not been debarred by any federal department or agency. The District will be using the System for Award Management (SAM) to verify that the supplier has not been debarred.

17. Other governmental agencies may be extended the opportunity to purchase off any Bid with the agreement of the successful supplier and the participating agencies. Due to all the variables in this type of bid, the District will contact the successful supplier and make it aware of the interest by another agency (if any). The successful supplier and the interested agency will then be able to design the successful Bid around the parameters (e.g., delivery locations and specialty products). Each agency will then establish its own contract, place its own orders, issue its own purchase orders, be invoiced therefrom, and make its own payments. It is understood and agreed that DCSD is not a legally binding party to any contractual agreement made between other governmental agencies and the supplier as a result of this bid.

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SPECIFICATIONS/SCOPE OF WORK

BACKGROUND

District Profile: DCSD is soliciting proposals from qualified suppliers to provide snow removal service in DCSD in accordance with the scope of service specified. Qualified suppliers that meet all criteria will be considered. This RFP should not be misconstrued as a formal bid. There is absolutely no commitment to purchase or enter into a formal contract. Upon completion of our evaluation of your proposal, we may recommend that a formal contract be established.

DCSD is currently the third-largest school district in the State of Colorado. DCSD covers a geographical area of approximately 890 square miles. Within these boundaries are 48 elementary schools, nine middle schools, nine high schools, five alternative schools, and 18 charter schools. In addition to the permanent structures, there are multiple modular buildings associated with these sites. Our remaining buildings house administration, alternative programs, and support service functions; 63,000 students and 8,700 staff members occupy these buildings year-round in most cases.

To be eligible for consideration for a bid award, candidates must comply with the State of Colorado Policy on Digital Accessibility Standards (HB 21-1110). DCSD will require submission of the necessary documentation demonstrating compliance prior to the award of the contract.

SCOPE

1. Contract Overview

1.1. Term: Contract will be in effect from August 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with the option to renew for up to three (3) additional one-year (1-year) periods at the discretion of DCSD and subject to annual appropriation of funds.

1.2. Fiscal Year: DCSD’s fiscal year is from July 1 to the following June 30 inclusive.

2. Service and Pricing Information

2.1. Service: Supplier agrees to provide snow removal and sanding services at the twenty-three (23) DCSD locations specified in Exhibit A: Bid Submission Price Sheet.

2.2. Pricing: All pricing must be entered on Exhibit A and submitted either typed or written in ink.

2.3. Reference product requirements and specifications for Ice Slicer in Exhibit B.

3. Specification Requirements

3.1. Supplier shall furnish all equipment and labor as required for snow removal services for areas identified by the DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee.

3.2. Supplier shall provide all necessary snow removal equipment to the operator(s). The hourly rate for equipment rentals with operators shall include taxes, insurance, and all fringe benefits, and when applicable, all incidentals for emergency snow clearance.

3.3. Supplier equipment shall meet DCSD’s requirements regarding snow removal equipment, and the DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee shall have the final approval of snow removal equipment used on DCSD Property in regards to type, size, power, etc. Furthermore, supplier agrees to provide additional snow removal equipment as the conditions dictate or as requested by DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee.

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3.4. Supplier shall provide continuous snow removal services as required and directed by DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee.

3.5. Supplier’s hourly rate shall be the total compensation paid to the supplier for snow removal services rendered. Furthermore, Supplier’s hourly rate for all equipment shall include furnishing of tires, chains, etc.; providing the necessary operators to run/drive the equipment, fuel, servicing, supervision, and all required incidentals for the efficient operation of the equipment, including repair and maintenance thereof.

3.6. Supplier shall be paid based on the aggregate number of hours worked by each piece of equipment. Furthermore, Supplier shall not include any periods of time during which a piece of equipment is inoperative, or otherwise immobilized, and any other equipment rendered inoperative or immobile thereby will not be included as part of the aggregate time worked by the equipment.

3.7. Supplier shall not be paid a travel time allowance.

3.8. Supplier agrees that while personal or rented property is located/stored on DCSD’s property, DCSD, its officers, representatives, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any damage to the personal or rented property. Supplier acknowledges that the personal or rented property is not covered by DCSD’s insurance and acknowledges that Supplier shall assume all risks relating to the presence of Supplier’s property on DCSD property.

3.9. Supplier shall provide invoice(s) to DCSD that show the Purchase Order number and contain the following information:

• Number of pieces, kind, and class of equipment in operation

• Location (DCSD Property Name) of operation, i.e. area where equipment operated

• Dates and hours of work at specified rate per hour

3.10. Supplier shall submit Snow Removal Expense Tracking form(s) with each invoice to be paid promptly, per Attachment C.

3.11. Supplier shall mobilize equipment when and as requested by DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee. DCSD will determine need based on the evaluation of each snowstorm.

3.12. Supplier shall maintain an address or addresses, each provided with a supplier contact name, cell phone number, and email, at which a notice to proceed will be received and acted upon at any hour of the day or night, including Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays.

3.13. Supplier shall maintain a complete set of time records of personnel assigned to work under this contract. Furthermore, records shall include the names, addresses, and phone numbers of all such personnel.

3.14. Supplier shall require all subcontractors, if any, to maintain similar time records of personnel assigned to work under this contract. The Supplier shall be responsible for repairs and full restoration of damage to DCSD Property or facilities caused by their operations.

3.15. Supplier shall be responsible for contacting DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee prior to snow removal, to review the procedures for areas to be cleared.

3.16. Supplier shall begin snow removal services once contacted by DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee and given the approval to proceed. Furthermore, Supplier agrees to verify with DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee prior to removing snow over vacation days, holidays, or weekends.

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3.17. Supplier agrees to provide DCSD material safety data sheet (MSDS) prior to chemical use and must have DCSD Grounds Supervisor or designee approval prior to proceeding with use of said chemical.

3.18. Supplier shall maintain adequate insurance at all times as stated in Section 15.0 of the

MSA.

4. Additional Obligations

4.1. DCSD agrees to provide all necessary access to DCSD property, including but not limited to parking lots, driving loops, sidewalks etc.

4.2. DCSD agrees to provide Notice to Proceed to Supplier via the given address, cell phone number, and/or email provided by Supplier. Furthermore, the Notice to Proceed will include the type of equipment required, where the equipment will be deployed, what the equipment will proceed to do, and the initial order of area to be cleared.

4.3. DCSD agrees to provide maps to Supplier on where to park snow removal equipment at each location.

4.4. DCSD agrees to pay Supplier for hourly services it purchases within 30 days of receipt of invoice.

5. Proposal Evaluation and Award

5.1. Proposals will be evaluated by the Strategic Sourcing and Contract Management department and DCSD’s Grounds department.

6. Exhibits and Pricing Sheet

6.1. Exhibit A is to be completed by Supplier and returned with proposal. Exhibits B and C are for reference.

6.1.1. Exhibit A – Pricing Sheet (to be completed and submitted)

6.1.2. Exhibit B – Product Specifications (e.g., Ice Slicer)

6.1.3. Exhibit C - Snow Removal Expense Tracking Form. This is to be submitted with each invoice.

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AWARD OF CONTRACT

Selection shall be made of one or more suppliers deemed to be fully qualified and best suited among those submitting proposals. Negotiations and interviews may be conducted with one or more qualified suppliers so selected. Price shall be considered, but need not be the sole determining factor. After negotiations have been conducted with each supplier so selected, DCSD shall select the supplier that in its opinion, has made the best proposal, and shall award the contract to that supplier.

DCSD may cancel this RFP and reject proposals or any portion thereof at any time prior to an award.

Should DCSD determine at its sole discretion that only one supplier is fully qualified or that one supplier is clearly more highly qualified than the others under consideration, a contract may be negotiated and awarded to that supplier.

The award shall be in the form of a firm-fixed-price contract. The award document shall be a contract incorporating by reference all the requirements, terms, and conditions in this solicitation and the supplier's proposal as negotiated.

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PROPOSAL TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. All participating suppliers, by their signature, agree to comply with all of the conditions, requirements, and instructions of this RFP as stated or implied herein. Should DCSD omit anything from this document that is necessary for a clear understanding of the work, or should it appear that various instructions are in conflict, then the supplier shall secure written instructions from DCSD at least 48 hours prior to the time and date of the scheduled due date of the proposals.

2. The supplier warrants that all equipment, materials, and work will conform to applicable drawings, specifications, samples, and/or other descriptions given to DCSD and that they will be free from defects. Without limitation of any rights that DCSD may have at law or in equity, goods that are not as warranted and/or that are not in conformance with applicable drawings, specifications, samples, and/or other descriptions may be returned by DCSD at the supplier’s expense within a reasonable time after delivery, for either credit or replacement, as DCSD may direct.

3. The successful supplier shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend DCSD and all their members, directors, officers, employees, agents and representatives, from and against any liability, claims, demands, penalties, fines, lawsuits, judgments, losses and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs, arising in favor of any party (including, but not limited to, personnel furnished by the successful supplier) (i) on account of bodily injuries, deaths, or damage to property that results from the fault, negligent act or omission, or willful misconduct, in each case, in connection with the acts, of the successful supplier, or its employees, officers, directors, agents, subcontractors, or suppliers, or their respective directors, officers, agents, or employees, (ii) resulting in any way from the breach of this Agreement by the successful supplier or its subcontractors,

(iii) arising out of or relating to disclosure of any information included in and (iii) resulting in any way from any allegation of infringement or misappropriation of any patent, copyright, trade secret, trademark or other intellectual property right by the services provided by the successful supplier pursuant to this Agreement.

4. The successful supplier shall maintain insurance for workers’ compensation as required by law and shall procure and maintain commercial general liability insurance and, if necessary, commercial umbrella insurance, with a limit of not less than $2,000,000 per each occurrence/$4,000,000 aggregate.

5. The successful supplier shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, administrative rulings, and codes and shall secure all necessary licenses and permits in connection with this RFP and any goods or services to be provided hereunder.

6. By submission of the proposal, the supplier certifies that the proposal has been arrived at independently and submitted without collusion with any other supplier and that the contents of the proposal have not been communicated by the supplier or to the supplier’s best knowledge and belief, by any one of its employees or agents, to any person not an employee or agent of the supplier, and will not be communicated to any person prior to the official opening of the proposals.

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7. The supplier understands and agrees that all information and documentation submitted as part of its proposal may be subject to disclosure pursuant to the Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-200, et seq. The supplier is advised that merely marking information as confidential, proprietary, privileged, or a similar designation is insufficient by itself to prevent disclosure. Proposals are not subject to public inspection until a recommendation of award is made.

8. Venue for any and all legal action regarding or arising out of or related to the RFP, response to RFP, or work performed thereunder shall be solely in DCSD Court in and for Douglas County, State of Colorado. The transactions covered herein shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado.

9. DCSD is exempt from sales, use, and excise taxes. Certification of tax exemption will be issued upon request. Any appropriate taxes shall be shown as a separate item in the proposal.

10. DCSD reserves the right to cancel without penalty, at any time, any awards occurring as a result of this RFP. Time is of the essence. When a date is set for the delivery of goods or the performance of work, the goods must be delivered, and/or the work must be performed in accordance with the proposal specifications or description on or before that date or the order to the delinquent supplier may be canceled and re-awarded.

11. DCSD shall have the right to cancel this agreement if funds are not allotted for the next fiscal year to continue this service. DCSD may effect such cancellation by giving the supplier written notice of its intention to cancel not less than thirty (30) days prior to the end of the then-current fiscal period, stating its reasons for cancellation. Upon cancellation of this agreement, as provided in this paragraph, DCSD shall not be responsible for the payment of any services received that occur after the end of the current period.

12. Any supplier that wishes to protest an award of any Bid must do so in writing and deliver to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and Contract Management within 48 hours after notification of the Award.

13. Policy on Digital Accessibility Standards (HB 21-1110):

a. The supplier acknowledges and agrees that the District affords equal opportunity to individuals in its employment, services, programs, and activities per applicable law, including Section 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and C.R.S. § 24- 34-802. This includes providing information and communication technology for individuals with disabilities that comply with the accessibility standards for individuals with disabilities established by the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT), as may be amended from time to time (the “Accessibility Standards”), which currently include the State of Colorado Technical Standard TS- OEA-001: Technology Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities; the State of

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Colorado Technical Standard TS-OEA-002: Technology Accessibility for Web Content and Applications; and the W3C’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines WCAG 2.1 Level AA.

b. The supplier warrants and represents that the product and/or service complies with the Accessibility Requirements. The supplier shall (i) at least annually during the term of a Contract, provide the District with current (i.e., performed and dated within the previous twelve (12) months) accessibility testing results and written documentation verifying compliance with the Accessibility Requirements;

(ii) promptly respond to and resolve complaints of noncompliance with the Accessibility Requirements; and (iii) in addition to its other indemnification obligations under a Contract, indemnify and hold the District, its directors, employees, and agents harmless from losses, liabilities, claims, causes of action, costs and expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to the supplier’s breach of this Section.

c. If the supplier claims the product and/or service complies with the Accessibility Standards and it is later determined by the District that any part of the product and/or service is not in compliance, then the District will promptly inform the supplier in writing of the noncompliance, and the supplier shall, at no cost to the District, remediate the product and/or service within the time period specified by the District. If the supplier fails to timely remediate the product and/or service, then in addition to any other rights or remedies of the District hereunder, the District shall have the right to perform or have performed any necessary remediation and invoice the supplier the cost thereof, which invoice the supplier shall pay within thirty (30) days of receipt.

d. If the supplier breaches its obligations under this Section, then in addition to any other rights or remedies of the District hereunder, the District shall have the right to terminate the contract. Any termination of the Contract pursuant to this Section shall be deemed a termination “for cause.”

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PROPOSAL RESPONSE FORMAT

In order to maintain comparability and consistency in review and evaluation of responses, all proposals shall be organized as specified below. Avoid any elaborate promotional materials and provide only information that is required. All supporting materials should clearly reference the portion of the RFP to which they pertain. Each supplier proposal shall consist of one marked original copy in the format specified within this section. Proposals not meeting the requirements below may be determined to be non-responsive and will receive no further consideration.

A. Table of Contents: Please clearly outline and identify the material and responses by page number. Outline the significant areas of the proposal in sequential order, including enclosures. All pages must be consecutively numbered and correspond to the table of contents.

B. Cover Letter: Provide a cover letter indicating your firm’s understanding of the requirements/scope of services of this specific proposal. The letter must be a brief formal letter from the supplier that provides information regarding the firm’s interest in and ability to perform the requirements of this RFP. A person who is authorized to commit the supplier’s organization to perform the services included in the proposal must sign the letter. Please provide a list of all persons authorized to give presentations for the supplier. Please provide name, title, address, telephone numbers, and email address.

C. Qualifications: Summarize the qualifications of the firm. Where the project team includes subcontractors or sub-consultants, the qualifications of the proposed subcontractors or sub-consultants shall also be provided. Past working relationships on similar projects should also be indicated.

Provide the credentials of the individual(s) from your firm who will administer the day-to-day operations of the DCSD contract. The proposal must identify the person or persons to perform work with DCSD and give the percentage of the contract each person would be expected to perform. It is expected that the services provided will require a close, positive working relationship with DCSD and that the personnel identified will not be changed without the prior written approval of DCSD. DCSD will reserve the right to terminate the contract if key personnel are changed or if working relationships are not satisfactory. The proposed personnel shall be available throughout the duration of the entire project. Include an organizational chart identifying staff responsible for contract duties and a brief description of positions.

List the service representatives available to this account. Qualifications of new people working under this contract will be submitted to DCSD in writing for approval prior to them conducting any service under this contract. Submit a list of all employees that will be working under the current contract and any intention for additional personnel and backup personnel for each function.

It is expected that your response will include the resumes of your most qualified personnel to perform this project. As an alternate please include a resume and project

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D. References: Please provide three (3) K-12 Education market references. Include the name of the customer, address, contact name, telephone numbers (including fax number), and email address. Please include only references within the current calendar year and the previous two (2) calendar years. DCSD may contact these references during the evaluation process.

Each supplier should include summary information for all contracts of similar size and scope performed by the firm or team within the past three (3) years. Information provided for each job shall include:

1. Contract/Project name

2. Agency/department/office for which performed

3. Dates of contract

4. Owner’s contract/project manager or other representative

5. Contact person

6. Dollar value of the contract

DCSD reserves the right to contact any and all references and to obtain, without limitation, information on the supplier’s performance on the listed jobs.

E. Scope of Services: The supplier must acknowledge agreement with the specific requirements of the specifications or provide an alternative for DCSD to consider.

Indicate any exceptions to the scope of services of the RFP. Summarize your approach and understanding of the services and any special considerations of which DCSD should be aware.

F. Appendices: The content of this page is left to the supplier’s discretion. However, the supplier should limit materials included here to those that will be helpful to DCSD in understanding the services provided for this specific contract.

CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION

The respondent to this RFP certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief that it and its principals:

G. Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any federal department or agency;

H. Have not within a three-year period preceding this proposal been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State, or Local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property;

I. Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charges by a government entity (Federal, State, or Local) with the commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph

(B) of this certification; and

J. Have not within a three-year period preceding this application/proposal had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, or Local) terminated for cause or default.

Where the respondent is unable to certify any of the statements in this certification, he or she shall attach an explanation to this application.

Signature of Official: ____________________________

Name (typed): __________________________________

Title: _________________________________________

Firm: _________________________________________

Date: _________________________________________

EXHIBIT A – Bid Submission Price Sheet

*If any item in the price sheet does not apply to a specific site, please note with N/A.

School/ Department Address

Minimum # of Units Required

Pickup with Blade

Bobcat or Skid Steer Sanding Comments

Acres Green Elementary 13524 N Acres Green Dr, Littleton, CO 80124 Arrowwood Elementary 10345 Arrowwood Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 Bear Canyon Elementary 9660 Salford Lane, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Copper Mesa Elementary 3501 Poston Parkway, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Cougar Run Elementary 8780 Venneford Ranch Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Coyote Creek Elementary 2861 Baneberry Ct, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Eagle Ridge Elementary 7716 Timberline Rd, Littleton, CO 80124 Eldorado Elementary 1305 Timbervale Tr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Fox Creek Elementary 6585 Collegiate Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Heritage Elementary 3350 Summit View Pkwy, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Lone Tree Elementary 9375 Heritage Hills Cir., Lone Tree, CO 80124 Northridge Elementary 555 Southpark Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Plum Creek Academy 9340 Commerce Center St, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Redstone Elementary 9970 Glenstone Cir, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 Roxborough Intermediate 7370 Village Cir East, Littleton, CO 80125 Roxborough Primary 8000 Village Cir W, Littleton, CO 80125 Saddle Ranch Elementary 805 W English Sparrow Tr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Sand Creek Elementary 8898 S Maplewood Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Stone Mountain Elementary 10625 Weathersfield Way, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 Summit View Elementary 10200 S Piedmont Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Eagle Academy 9350 Teddy Lane, Lone Tree, CO 80124 Trailblazer Elementary 9760 S Hackberry, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 Wildcat Mountain Elementary 6585 Lionshead Pkwy, Littleton, CO 80124

EXHIBIT B – Ice Slicer Specifications

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

CONSTITUENT SPECIFICATION (%w/w, dry)

SODIUM CHLORIDE >90%

MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE <2%

CALCIUM CHLORIDE <2%

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE <2%

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

PROPERTY SPECIFICATION

MOISTURE CONTENT ≤ 3.00%

WATER INSOLUBLES < 1.75%

GRADATION

SIEVE SIZE SPECIFICATION (%w/w, dry) ¾” 100% #4 20% - 100% #8 10% - 60% #30 0% - 15%

ICE SLICER REQUIREMENTS

• De-icing products must be solid

• Liquid chemicals will not be considered

• Pea gravel, salt, or sand will not be considered

• Deicer must meet PNS Specifications

SANDING PROCEDURES

The following areas will need to be sanded:

• All stop signs and lights

• All entrances from main roads

• All Crosswalks

• All handicap areas

• All drop-off areas

• All bus loops and drive lanes

EXHIBIT C – Snow Removal Expense Tracking Sheet

Snow Removal Expense Tracking

Date:

Company

Name of Driver

School Time In Time Out Total Hours Type of Equipment Used

Snow Removal Expense Tracking

Date:

Company

Name of Driver

School Time In Time Out Total Hours Type of Equipment Used