REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

RFP No. 2026-011

ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

Issue Date: March 2, 2026

Closing Date & Time: April 10, 2026, 2:00 P.M. CT

Opening Date & Time: April 10, 2026, 2:01 P.M. CT

For Information Contact:

Christopher Hanchard, Purchasing Agent, 254-750-8405, or christopherh@wacotx.gov

RFP Opening Location:

Purchasing Services Office, 1415 N. 4th Street, Waco, Texas via Zoom Video Conferencing Only (Please see Page 3)

Zoom & Dial-In Information:

See Page 3

Purchasing Services Post Office Box 2570 Waco, Texas 76702-2570 Telephone 254 / 750-8060

Fax 254 / 750-8063 waco-texas.com

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EUNA / BONFIRE ELECTRONIC BIDDING

The City of Waco is transitioning to Electronic Bidding, Proposals and Qualification (RFB/RFP & RFQ) submissions. These requests will be managed through the new City’s Data base system, EUNA / Bonfire.

We ask vendors to register with EUNA / Bonfire to access and respond to any advertisement for bids and services required by the City. Registration is secure and user friendly. Vendors can register at the link below. Once registered, vendors will be able to:

Register with the City of Waco.

Receive notifications for bids and services requests from the City.

Stay updated on changes, addendums, open solicitations.

Submit bids and proposals electronically.

Vendors can inquire about the details and requirements of various bidding opportunities.

The City will still accept bids and proposals by mail or drop off. Notifications of changes, addendums and updates will also be available on the City’s website as well as other media outlets the City uses for solicitations.

The City appreciates your participation. If you have questions during the electronic bid/proposal process, please contact the issuing buyer, whose contact information can be found in the solicitation document. You can also contact EUNA / Bonfire with registration or customer support issues.

Website links to assist you: waco-texas.bonfirehub.com/login

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ZOOM ACCESS INSTRUCTIONS & ADDITIONAL

INFORMATION

PRE-PROPOSAL

RFP NUMBER: RFP 2026-011

DATE:

TIME: CENTRAL

QUICK LINK:

MEETING ID:

DIAL IN NUMBER:

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ADDITIONAL

INFORMATION:

None Scheduled

PROPOSAL OPENING

RFP NUMBER: RFP 2026-011

DATE: APRIL 10, 2026

TIME: CENTRAL 2:05 P.M.

QUICK LINK: https://wacotx.zoomgov.com/j/1618710393?pwd=L1Ov71eSjjRci3NxuQiRCh5O1Suque.1

MEETING ID: 161 871 0393

DIAL IN NUMBER: 551 285 1373

PASS CODE: 705738

ADDITIONAL

INFORMATION:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Register Interest Form I. Schedule for Solicitation for Competitive Sealed Proposal II. Contact with City of Waco III. Definitions IV. Requested Services V. Request For Proposals – Submission and Award Procedures

Appendices A. Scope of Services / Pricing Forms

(1) Scope of Work

B. Contract Requirements

(1) City of Waco General Terms and Conditions

(2) Insurance & Indemnification Requirements

(3) Additional Terms for Services

(4) Sales Tax Information

(5) HB 89 Israel Form

(6) HB 89 Firearms Form

(7) HB 89 Energy Form

(8) HB1295 Information Sheet

(9) Protest Procedure

C. Forms to Complete and Return

(1) Submission of Bid/Proposal and Acknowledgment of Addenda

(2) Business Identification Form

(3) Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ form)

(4) Disclosure of Relationships with City Council/Officers (City

Charter)

(5) Hub Certification Form

(6) Litigation Disclosure

(7) Certification Regarding Debarment

(8) Foreign Terrorist Organization Form

(9) Non-collusion Affidavit

(10) Texas Public Information Act

(11) Drug Free Workplace

(12) W-9 Form

D. Vendor References

(1) Vendor References Forms

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RFP No. 2026-011

ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

Please Register for Notification

REGISTER INTEREST

You have received a copy of the above-described Request document. If you would like to register your interest in this project so that you will receive any future notices or addenda concerning the project, please fill in the information requested below and fax this page to 254-750-8063. You may also scan this page and email to: christopherh@wacotx.gov.

Company/Firm:

Name of Contact Person(s):

Email(s):

Telephone:

Fax:

Mailing Address:

It is your responsibility to complete and return this form to the City. Failure to do so will result in your not receiving notices and addenda related to this project from the City of Waco.

Notices and addenda are posted on the City’s website and can be accessed at: waco-texas.com/bids

City of Waco Purchasing Services Post Office Box 2570

Waco, Texas 76702-2570 Telephone 254 / 750-8060

Fax 254 / 750-8063 waco-texas.com

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I. SCHEDULE FOR SOLICITATION COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSAL

The proposed schedule of events is tentative and may be modified throughout the selection process at the discretion of the City of Waco.

Issuance of the RFB March 2, 2026

Deadline for questions in 5:00 P.M. March 23, 2026

Proposals due by 2:00 P.M. April 10, 2026

Proposal Opening at 2:01 P.M. April 10, 2026

Evaluation of submission April 13 – May 26, 2026

Interviews or Presentations may be conducted

June 2 – June 5, 2026, Tentatively, the final selection decision will be made, and submitters will be notified of award by, June 10, 2026. This schedule is subject to change by the City.

II. CONTACT WITH CITY OF WACO

The contact person for this solicitation process is: Christopher Hanchard, Purchasing Agent who can be reached at:

Email: christopherh@wacotx.gov Telephone: (254) 750-8405 Fax: (254) 750-8063

Questions concerning the solicitation can be submitted through the City of Waco’s Bonfire portal at waco-texas.bonfirehub.com/login (preferred) or by email to the contact person listed above.

Official Address (if needed) - City of Waco Purchasing Services

Attn: Christopher Hanchard, Purchasing Agent 1415 North 4th Street Waco, Texas 76707

Contact someone other than the Purchasing Agent listed above, or his/her designated representative; at the City of Waco concerning this solicitation may be grounds for removal from consideration.

Interpretation, modification, corrections, or changes to the solicitation documents will be made by addenda issued by the City of Waco. Addenda will also be made available through the City of Waco’s Bonfire portal at waco-texas.bonfirehub.com/login or the City of Waco Website at waco-texas.com/bids. Interested professional service providers are encouraged to return the Register Interest form on the previous page.

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III. DEFINITIONS

The following definitions apply to this document and the transaction between the City and the selected submitter unless otherwise designated in the context. Terms, which are singular, may include multiple, where applicable and when in the best interests of the City:

(1) “City” means and refers to the City of Waco, Texas.

(2) “Company” or “Firm” means and refers to any submitter, whether such submitter be a sole proprietor, corporation, company, partnership, company, or any other entity legally defined or recognized under the laws of the State of Texas.

(3) “Proposal” or “Submission” or “Submittal” refers to a response submitted to an RFP.

(4) “Project Review Committee” means a committee established by the City to review and score the submitted Proposals. The Committee may be composed of City of Waco staff, City Councilmembers, or their designees, or other individuals selected to serve on the committee by the City.

(5) “RFP” means and refers to this Request for Proposals.

(6) “Selected submission” means and refers to the submission sent to the City of Waco by the Selected Firm.

(7) “Selected Firm” means the firm who is selected by the City and to whom the City Council/City Manager awards a contract for the services or commodities requested in this solicitation.

(8) “Solicitation” means an RFP issued by the City Waco seeking products or services described in the document.

(9) “Submitter” or “Vendor” or “Proposer” or “Contractor” means a firm that submits a response to a solicitation.

(10) “Contract documents” includes the RFP and all of the Appendices attached to the RFP.

(11) “Day” means a calendar day unless otherwise specifically defined.

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IV. REQUESTED SERVICES/PRODUCTS

A. Scope of Services / Specifications

(1) The City of Waco seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive ADA self-evaluation and develop a transition plan to enhance accessibility across city programs, services, facilities, and digital platforms. The project aims to assess current policies, practices, and physical infrastructure to ensure compliance with ADA requirements and improve equitable access for individuals with disabilities. Key objectives include evaluating citywide ADA policies and procedures, reviewing employment practices, codes, contracts, and digital accessibility, and assessing public facilities, parks, and sidewalks for accessibility barriers.

The consultant will develop and implement a public engagement strategy to gather input from stakeholders, including individuals with disabilities, advocacy groups, and the broader community.

Deliverables include detailed analyses of ADA-related policies, program access, emergency procedures, and staff training effectiveness; on-site accessibility assessments of approximately 100 public buildings, 53 parks, and 1000 miles of sidewalks (to include curb ramps); and documentation of barriers using standardized tools and photographic evidence.

The consultant will compile and analyze data, prioritize findings, and support the design of a dynamic and integrated tracking system for barrier remediation. As the consultant prioritizes findings, the City desires that the consultant specify which items are required under the ADA versus items that are not required under the ADA but are considered accessibility concerns.

A comprehensive transition plan will provide prioritized corrective actions, phased implementation strategies, cost estimates, and timelines. All reports, data, and publicly shared materials must comply with ADA and WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.

The consultant shall also provide regular project management, coordination, progress reporting, and presentations at public meetings and City Council sessions to ensure transparency and alignment with City objectives. The final outcome will equip the City with actionable strategies, accessible documentation, and a clear roadmap to achieve ADA compliance and improve equitable access for all residents.

(2) Scope of services, and/or specifications are attached as Appendices.

(3) A digital version of this document can be obtained from the City of Waco’s Bonfire portal at waco-texas.bonfirehub.com/login or the City of Waco Website at waco-texas.com/bidshttp://www.waco-texas.com/bids.asp.

B. Terms Conditions & Requirements

In addition to the specifications for the Project, the attached Appendices include the City’s Contract Requirements.

C. Duration of Services

This project is expected to take approximately 2.5 years to complete. This timeframe includes project initiation, data collection and field assessments, evaluation of programs and policies, public engagement, development of findings, and preparation of the final Transition Plan.

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D. Reservations by City:

The City of Waco reserves the right to reject all submittals. The issuance of this solicitation does not obligate the City to contract for expressed or implied services. The City of Waco will not reimburse proposers for any costs incurred during the preparation or submitting responses to this solicitation.

(1) Furthermore, the City expressly reserves the right to:

(a) Waive any defect, irregularity, or informality in any submittal or procedure.

(b) Extend the solicitation closing time and date.

(c) Reissue this solicitation in a different form or context.

(d) Procure any item by other allowable means.

(e) Waive minor deviations from specifications, conditions, terms, or provisions of the solicitation, if it is determined that waiver of the minor deviations improves or enhances the City’s business interests under the solicitation; and/or

(f) Extend any contract when most advantageous to the City, as set forth in this solicitation.

(g) Retain all proposals submitted and to use any ideas in a proposal regardless of whether that proposal is selected

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V. REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – SUBMISSION AND AWARD

PROCEDURES

A. Requirements

(1) Proposals should be kept to the minimum necessary length to explain the proposer’s attributes and pricing. Typed responses are preferred in Times New Roman, Arial or Calibri font.

Responses must be clear and may be subject to disqualification if illegible.

(2) Qualified firms should submit their qualifications through the City of Waco’s Bonfire portal at waco-texas.bonfirehub.com/login. Paper/Physical submissions will still be accepted and should include one (1) electronic copy (CD or Flash Drive) and (1) original and four (4) copies of their statements of qualifications on 8 ½ x 11 paper. These must be received by the date set out above in the Schedule of Solicitation for a submitting firm to be considered:

(a) A cover sheet containing RFP number, project name, and proposer’s name, address, and telephone number.

(b) A brief company history.

(c) Completed and signed copies of Forms included in Appendix C.

(d) A short narrative of the proposer’s approach to the project and a statement of understanding targeting the specific nature of this project.

(e) Information on the proposer’s current workload and ability to complete the project.

(f) Certificate showing current insurance coverage.

(g) Pricing/Cost Information – Pricing Forms

1. All pricing and cost information is to be submitted less Federal Excise and State of Texas Sales Taxes. A tax exemption certificate will be executed upon request. The City’s federal tax identification number is 1-74-6002468-4.

B. Completeness of Submission

(1) Proposers are responsible for examining and being familiar with all specifications, drawings, standard provisions, instructions, and terms and conditions of the solicitation and their responses.

(2) The proposer must attach all required forms with each submission copy. Forms must be signed by a representative of the proposer authorized to bind the proposer contractually. The proposer must include a statement identifying any exceptions to this RFP or declare that there are no exceptions taken to the RFP.

C. Response Date and Location

Responses to this solicitation must be received by 2:00 p.m. (Central Time) on April 10, 2026. The City prefers that vendors use the new Bonfire portal at waco-texas.bonfirehub.com/login, paper submissions will still be received at the address listed below Via Delivery Services or Personal Delivery to:

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Attn: Christopher Hanchard, Purchasing Agent

1415 North 4th Street Waco, Texas 76707

If using U.S. Mail, note that U.S. Mail is initially received at Waco City Hall and then delivered to the office of Purchasing Services by a City courier. That delivery may occur a day or more after being received at Waco City Hall. Allow additional time in advance of the proposal due date for U.S. Mail delivery. If the Purchasing Office has not received the proposal by the stated deadline, the proposal will be returned unopened.

All submissions shall be sent to the attention of the Purchasing Agent in a sealed envelope that is clearly marked on the outside as follows:

“RFP 2026-011 ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan” Proposals will be opened at 2:01 P.M. (Central Time) on April 10, 2026

Proposers accept all the risk of late delivery bids regardless of instance or fault. A proposal received after the submission deadline will not be considered and will be returned unopened to the submitter.

The City will NOT accept a response submitted by facsimile transmission (fax) or by electronic mail (email).

All submissions and accompanying documentation will become the property of the City.

D. Modification to or Withdrawal of Submission

Submissions cannot be altered or amended after the submission deadline passes. Submissions may be modified prior to the deadline by providing written notice to the Purchasing contact person at the address previously stated. To modify a submission prior to the submission deadline:

(1) Submit a written notice of the modification WITHOUT revealing the pricing/cost or terms information. The modification should provide the addition, subtraction, or other modifications so that the final pricing/costs or terms will not be revealed to the City until the sealed proposal is opened.

(2) The written modification may be submitted by electronic transmission (fax or email or personal delivery to Purchasing Agent identified earlier in this document. The written modification must be received by the City prior to closing time.

(3) If the modification is submitted through an electronic transmission (fax or email), the City must receive an original of the modification document signed by the proposer and submitted to a delivery company (UPS, FedEx, etc.) prior to the proposal closing time. If the original of the modification was not submitted to a delivery company prior to the closing time or is not received within three (3) days after the closing time of the bid, consideration will not be given to the modifications provided in the electronic transmission.

A submission may also be withdrawn by providing the notice in person with a representative of the vendor who can provide proof of his authority to act for the proposer. The representative will be required to execute a receipt reflecting the submission is being withdrawn. If a

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E. Submission Validity Period

A submission responding to this RFP signifies the vendor’s agreement that the submission and the content thereof are valid for ninety (90) days following the submission deadline unless otherwise agreed to in writing by all parties. The submission may become part of the contract that is negotiated between the City and the successful proposer.

F. Cost to Develop Submission

Costs for developing and assembling submissions in response to this solicitation are entirely the responsibility and obligation of the proposer and shall not be reimbursed in any manner by the City.

G. Evaluation Procedures

The proposals will be initially reviewed and evaluated by a Project Review Committee. Each proposal should be as complete and accurate as possible. The City reserves the right to request additional information or clarifications, oral discussions, or presentations in support of the proposal.

H. Vendor Presentation

The evaluation by the Project Review Committee will be presented to the City Manager or Executive staff, who will determine whether proposers may be invited to make a formal presentation of their proposal and/or sit for a panel interview. There is no obligation for the City to host interviews in order to make the final selection

I. Evaluation Criteria

The following criteria will be used to evaluate the submittals:

RFP Initial Evaluation Scoring Criteria Scoring Points

Available A. Component Cost Proposal 20 B. Firm and Consultant Qualifications 15 C. Project Understanding and Approach 15 D. Technical Competence and Deliverables 15 E. Public Engagement & Stakeholder Coordination 15 F. Project Management and Schedule 15 G. References and Past Performance 5

TOTAL AVAILABLE POINTS 100

J. Final Selection

The City reserves the right to conduct follow-up interviews and require presentations from finalists.

Finalists are asked to be available for presentations and interviews from June 1, 2026 – June 5, 2026.

Based on all information reviewed and presentations/interviews, the City Manager or Executive

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(1) During the evaluation process, the City reserves the right, where it may serve the City’s best interest, to request additional information or clarifications from proposers.

K. Contact Award and Execution

The final contract must be awarded and approved by the Waco City Council if the amount of the contract exceeds $100,000.00. If the contract is for less than that amount, depending on the amount, the contract may be executed by the City Manager, an Assistant City Manager, department head or director.

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APPENDIX A

Scope of Services / Pricing Form

(1) Scope of Work

At a minimum the Consultant shall evaluate the following areas:

A. Project Management and Coordination:

i. Attend a mandatory project kick-off meeting with designated staff

ii. Develop a project schedule, communication plan, and milestones

iii. Provide regular progress updates and participate in status meetings as needed

B. Policy and Practice Review Areas:

1. ADA Administration and Nondiscrimination

ADA nondiscrimination policies and public notices Designation, authority, and role of the ADA Coordinator ADA grievance procedures and complaint resolution processes Public accessibility of ADA-related policies and contact information

2. Reasonable Modification Policies and Procedures

Policies governing reasonable modifications to rules, policies, and practices

Procedures for requesting, reviewing, approving, or denying modifications

Documentation and decision-making standards Appeal or review processes, if applicable

3. Effective Communication Policies governing auxiliary aids and services Procedures for requesting and providing communication accommodations Timelines and criteria for determining appropriate aids or services Practices related to interpreters, assistive listening devices, alternate formats, and accessible digital content

4. Program Access and Eligibility

Program eligibility criteria and participation requirements Application, registration, and enrollment procedures Policies that may screen out or disproportionately impact individuals with disabilities Availability of alternative methods for accessing programs and services

5. Public Meetings and Civic Participation

Public meeting notices and agendas Procedures for requesting accommodations for meetings, hearings, and boards or commissions Public comment and participation practices

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Availability of accessible materials and remote participation options, where applicable

6. Emergency and Safety Procedures Emergency evacuation and sheltering policies Disaster preparedness and response plans Communication methods during emergencies Procedures for assisting individuals with disabilities during emergencies

7. Training and Implementation

ADA training programs for staff and officials Frequency and content of training Department-level knowledge of ADA obligations Procedures for ensuring consistent implementation of ADA policies

8. Employment-Related Practices:

5% of City of Waco job descriptions (approximately 40) Hiring procedures Reasonable accommodation policies Return-to-work procedures

9. City of Waco Codes and Ordinances

10. Contract Language

11. Digital Accessibility

C. Facility and Infrastructure Assessment

i. Examine existing City of Waco GIS data and facility assessments to identify those suitable for incorporation into the evaluation.

ii. Conduct on-site accessibility assessments of approximately 100 public buildings including the adjoining sidewalks, curb ramps, and parking lots.

iii. Conduct on-site accessibility assessments of approximately 53 parks including the adjoining sidewalks, curb ramps, and parking lots.

iv. Conduct accessibility assessments of 200 miles of sidewalk (including curb ramps) in each of the five City Districts for a total of 1000 miles of sidewalk.

v. Document barriers, conditions, and deficiencies using standardized assessment tools, measurements, and photographic evidence.

D. Public Engagement

i. Develop and help implement a public involvement strategy to gather input from individuals with disabilities, advocates, community organizations, and the public.

ii. Present findings at public meetings or forums, as required.

iii. Provide engagement materials in accessible formats.

E. Data Analysis and Findings

i. Compile and analyze data from facility, park, and sidewalk assessments;

program and service evaluations; digital accessibility assessments; and stakeholder input.

ii. Identify barriers and categorize deficiencies.

iii. Prioritize findings based on severity, impact, and feasibility.

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iv. Support City staff in designing the framework for a dynamic tracking system that integrates with the City’s current cloud-based GIS tracking system (Cartegraph/OpenGov).

F. Transition Plan Development

i. Prepare a comprehensive transition plan that includes:

1. A complete list of identified barriers and deficiencies.

2. Recommended corrective actions and design solutions.

3. Prioritization criteria and phased implementation strategies.

4. Professional cost estimates and estimated timelines for barrier removal.

G. Reporting and Documentation

i. Ensure that all data produced is compatible with existing City of Waco systems so that it can be maintained, updated, and used long-term.

ii. Provide the Self-Evaluation, Transition Plan, and all content that is intended to be posted online for public viewing must be submitted in a format that complies with ADA accessibility standards and meets Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Version 2.1, Level AA.

iii. Present findings at a City Council work session and/or meeting, providing clarification and supporting the finalization of the process with City management.

(2) Proposal Form

Initial proposals should include:

Cover Letter Company Profile and Qualifications Resumes of Key Personnel Detailed Work Plan and Timeline Description of Similar Projects Completed Detailed fee proposal (including travel and reimbursables) Sample work product Vendor Questions (Excel Spreadsheet) Appendix D - References (minimum of 3)

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APPENDIX B

Contract Requirements

(1) City of Waco General Terms and Conditions

(2) Insurance & Indemnification Requirements

(3) Additional Terms for Services

(4) Sales Tax Information

(5) HB 89 Israel Form

(6) HB 89 Firearms Form

(7) HB 89 Energy Form

(8) House Bill 1295 Information Sheet

(9) Protest Procedure

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APPENDIX B.(1)

General Waco Terms and Conditions

(a) Applicable Law and Venue. This solicitation and any resulting contract will be governed and construed according to the laws of the State of Texas. The terms and conditions of the contract awarded pursuant to the solicitation are fully performable in McLennan County, Texas and venue for any dispute regarding contract shall be in McLennan County, Texas.

(b) Arbitration / Mediation. The City of Waco will not agree to binding or mandatory arbitration or mediation.

(c) Conflict of Interest. Vendor agrees to comply with the conflict of interest provisions of the Waco City Charter, Waco Code of Ordinances, and/or state law.

Vendor agrees to maintain current, updated disclosure of information on file with the Purchasing Services Division throughout the term of the contract.

(d) Gratuities. The City may, by written notice to the Vendor, cancel this contract without liability to the City, if it is determined by the City that gratuities have been offered to any officer or employee of the City with a view toward securing a contract, securing favorable treatment with respect to the awarding, amending, or the making of any determinations in respect to the performance of such a contract. In the event this contract is canceled by City as set forth in this paragraph, the City shall be entitled to recover from Vendor all additional costs incurred by City as a result of the cancellation.

(e) Unfunded Liability. City's obligation is payable only and solely from funds available for the purpose of this purchase. Lack of funds shall render this contract null and void to the extent funds are not available and any delivered but unpaid for goods will be returned to Vendor by City. The City will not incur a debt or obligation to pay selected bidder any amounts the City does not have the current funds available to pay, unless the contract includes a provision for the City to appropriate funding for the debt or obligation.

(f) Advance Payments. The City will not make advance payments to a selected firm or any third party pursuant to this solicitation or resulting contract.

(g) Gift of Public Property. The City will not agree to any terms or conditions that cause the City to lend its credit or grant public money or anything of value to the selected firm.

(h) Procurement Laws. The City will not agree to any terms or conditions that cause the City to violate any federal, Texas, or local procurement laws, including its own charter.

(i) Limitation of Liability. The City of Waco will not agree to an artificial limitation of liability (e.g. liability limited to contract price or liability capped at an amount actually paid in previous 3 months, etc.) or an artificial statute of limitations (e.g. any lawsuit must be commenced within one year of the event).

(j) Waiver. No claim or right arising out of a breach of the contract resulting from this solicitation can be discharged in whole or in part by a waiver or renunciation of the

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(k) Right To Assurance. Whenever one party to this contract in good faith has reason to question the other party's intent to perform, that party may request that the other party give written assurance of his intent to perform. In the event that a request is made and no assurance is given within five (5) days, the requesting party may treat this failure as an anticipatory repudiation of the contract.

(l) Attorney’s fees; Legal Costs. The City will not agree to pay the selected firm’s attorney’s fees or other legal costs under any circumstances.

(m) Advertising. Vendor shall not advertise or publish, without City's prior consent, the fact that City has entered into this contract, except to the extent necessary to comply with proper requests for information from an authorized representative of the federal, state or local government.

(n) Arrears In Taxes. Article VII. Taxation, Section 8, of the City of Waco Home Rule Charter states: The City shall be entitled to counterclaim and offset against any debt, claim, demand or account owed by the City to any person, firm or corporation who is in arrears to the City of Waco for taxes, in the amount of taxes so in arrears, and no assignment or transfer of such debt, claim, demand or account after the said taxes are due, shall affect the right of the City to offset the said taxes against the same.

(o) Tax Certification; Offset of Other Debts Against City. Selected bidder hereby certifies that it is not delinquent in the payment of taxes owed to the City and will pay any taxes owed to the City so that such taxes will not become delinquent. If this certification is subsequently determined to be false, such false certification shall constitute grounds for termination of the contract awarded under this SOLICITATION, at the option of City. Furthermore, Selected bidder agrees the City is entitled to counterclaim and offset against any debt, claim, demand, or account owed by the City to the selected bidder, pursuant to the awarded contract, for any debt, claim, demand, or account owed to the City, including other than the taxes mentioned above. The City may withhold from payment under the awarded contract an amount equal to the total amount of debts, claims, accounts, or demands including taxes owed to the City by the selected bidder. The City may apply the amount withheld to the debts and taxes owed to the City by the selected bidder until said debts are paid in full. No assignment or transfer of such debt, claim, demand or account after the said taxes or debts are due shall affect the right of the City to offset the taxes and the debt against the same.

(p) Independent Contractor. The selected bidder will be an independent contractor under the contract. Professional services provided by the selected bidder shall be by the employees or authorized subcontractors of the selected bidder and subject to supervision by the selected bidder, and not as officers, employees or agents of the City. Selected bidder will be required and agrees to comply with all state and federal employment laws as well as all other federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations affecting the performance of all obligations taken herein.

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(q) No Joint Enterprise/Joint Venture. It is not the intent of this solicitation or the contract to be awarded to create a joint enterprise or joint venture.

(r) Subcontracting Bid. If subcontracting with another company or individual is proposed, that fact, along with providing the same information for the subcontractor that is required to be provided by the bidder under this solicitation, must be provided and clearly identified in the bid. Following the award of the contract, no additional subcontracting will be permitted without the express prior written consent of the City.

(s) Assignment-Delegation. No right or interest in the contract shall be assigned or delegation of any obligation made by Vendor without the written permission of the City. Any attempted assignment or delegation by Vendor shall be wholly void and totally ineffective for all purposes unless made in conformity with this paragraph.

(t) Modifications: This contract can be modified or rescinded only by a written instrument signed by both of the parties or their duly authorized agents.

(u) Interpretation-Parol Evidence: This writing is intended by the parties as a final expression of their agreement and is intended also as a complete agreement for dealings between the parties and no usage of the trade shall be relevant to supplement or explain any term used in this agreement. Acceptance or acquiescence in a course of performance rendered under this agreement shall not be relevant to determine the meaning of this agreement even though the accepting or acquiescing party has knowledge of the performance and opportunity for objection.

(v) Equal Employment Opportunity: Vendor agrees that during the performance of its contract it will:

1. Treat all applicants and employees without discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, or handicap.

2. Identify itself as an "Equal Opportunity Employer" in all help wanted advertising or request. The Vendor shall be advised of any complaints filed with the City alleging that Vendor is not an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City reserves the right to consider its reports from its human relations administrator in response to such complaints in determining whether or not to terminate any portion of this contract for which purchase orders or authorities to deliver have not been included, however, the Vendor is specifically advised that no Equal Opportunity Employment complaint will be the basis for cancellation of this contract for which a purchase order has been issued or authority to deliver granted.

(w) Israel: Vendor acknowledges that effective September 1, 2017, the City is required to comply with Section 2270.001 of the Texas Government Code, enacted by House Bill 89 (85th (R) Texas Legislature), which requires that a governmental entity may not enter into a contract with a company for goods or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the company that it does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract. By executing this Agreement, Vendor verifies that it does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of this Agreement.

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City of Waco Insurance & Indemnification Requirements Professional Services – Not Engineer or Architect

Insurance Requirements:

A contractor’s financial integrity is of interest to the City. Therefore, subject to a contractor’s right to maintain reasonable deductibles, a contractor shall obtain and maintain in full force and effect for the duration of the contract, and any extension hereof, at contractor’s sole expense, insurance coverage written on an occurrence basis by companies authorized to do business in the State of Texas that are rated A- or better by A.M. Best Company and/or otherwise acceptable to the City in the following types and amounts:

Type Amount

Workers' Compensation Statutory

Employer’s Liability $1,000,000/$1,000,000/$1,000,000

Commercial General Liability Including:

• Premises/Operations

• Products Liability/Completed Operations

• Personal & Advertising Injury

• Broad form property damage, to include fire legal liability

• Sexual Abuse and Molestation

$1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 General Aggregate, or its equivalent in Umbrella or Excess Liability Coverage

Business Automobile Liability

a. Owned/leased vehicles (if any)

b. Non-owned vehicles

c. Hired vehicles

$1,000,000 per occurrence or its equivalent on a combined single limit (CSL basis).

Professional Liability (Claims Made Form)

$1,000,000

Term of Policy: With regard to any approved claims-made policy form, a contractor shall maintain and keep in force and effect said coverage during the term of this contract and for a period of three (3) years following the expiration or completion of the contract with the City, either through an existing carrier or a carrier of comparable financial statute and reputation.

Modification of Insurance Requirement: The City reserves the right to review these insurance requirements during the effective period of the contract and any extension or renewal and to modify insurance coverages and their limits when deemed necessary and prudent by City’s Risk Manager or designee, based upon changes in statutory law, court decisions, or circumstances surrounding this contract.

Proof of Insurance Required and When to Submit:

Examination & Approval. All insurance policies shall be subject to the examination and approval of the City for their adequacy as to form and content, form of protection, and financial status of insurance company.

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When to Submit. Prior to the execution of the contract by the City of Waco and before commencement of any work under this contract, a contractor shall furnish proof of insurance to the City’s Risk Manager which is clearly labeled with the contract name and City department. The proof will include completed/current Certificate(s) of Insurance, endorsements, exclusions, and/or relevant extracts from the insurance policy, or copies of policies. Thereafter, new certificates, policy endorsements, exclusions, and/or relevant extracts from insurance policies, or policies shall be provided prior to the expiration date of any prior certificate, endorsement, or policy. No officer or employee other than the City’s Risk Manager or designee shall have authority to waive this requirement.

Additional Insured. Except for Workers’ Compensation, Employers’ Liability, and Professional Liability Insurance, the City, its elected officials, officers, servants, agents, volunteers and employees shall be named as additional insureds. No officer or employee, other than the City Risk Manager or designee, shall have authority to waive this requirement.

Other-Insurance Endorsement -- All insurance policies are to contain or be endorsed to state that an “Other Insurance” clause shall not apply to the City where the City is an additional insured shown on the policy.

Agent Information. The certificate(s) or other proof of insurance must be completed by the broker of record and must be signed and include the agent information including the agent name, title and phone number. The proof of insurance shall be sent directly from the insurance agent to the City’s Risk Management Office by U.S. Postal Service to City of Waco, ATTN: Risk Manager, P.O.

Box 2570, Waco, Texas 76702-2570 or by delivery service to 1415 North 4th Street, Waco, Texas 76707. To send by email, please contact the Risk Management Office at 254-750-5730 to obtain the email address.

Precondition to Performance & Basis for Termination. The City shall have no duty to pay or perform under the contract until such certificate(s), policy endorsements, exclusions, and/or relevant extracts from the insurance policy have been delivered to and approved by the City’s Risk Manager. The contractor understands that it is the contractor’s sole responsibility to provide this necessary information to the City and that failure to timely comply with these insurance requirements shall be a cause for termination of a contract. If the City determines that it will deny payment, not perform, or terminate the contract because of the failure to provide certain information or documents, the City shall give the contractor notice of that determination and allow contractor fifteen (15) days to correct the deficiency.

Waiver of Subrogation. All liability policies will provide a waiver of subrogation in favor of the City.

Notice of Cancellation, Non-renewal, Material Change. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the City of the cancellation, non-renewal, or material change of any insurance required herein. The Contractor shall provide such written notice within five (5) business days of the date the Contractor is first aware of the cancellation, non-renewal, or material change, or is first aware that the cancellation, non-renewal, or material change is threatened or otherwise may occur, whichever comes first. Contractor shall provide the City with a replacement certificate(s) of insurance, policy endorsements, exclusions, and/or relevant extracts from the insurance policy either before the cancellation, non-renewal, or material change is effective, if it knew in advance of such, or within ten (10) business days of first learning of the cancellation, non-renewal, or change if it did not learn of that such action in advance.

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INDEMNIFICATION.

A CONTRACTOR EXECUTING A CONTRACT WITH THE CITY AGREES TO ASSUME

FULL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR THE SERVICES RENDERED PURSUANT TO

THE CONTRACT AND AGREES TO INDEMNIFY, PROTECT, DEFEND, AND HOLD

HARMLESS THE CITY, ITS EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND SERVANTS, OF AND FROM

ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, AND CAUSES OF ACTIONS OF EVERY KIND AND

CHARACTER, INCLUDING THE COST OF DEFENSE THEREOF, FOR ANY INJURY TO,

INCLUDING DEATH OF, PERSONS AND ANY LOSSES FOR DAMAGES TO PROPERTY

CAUSED BY OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED, ARISING OUT OF, OR ALLEGED TO ARISE

OUT OF, EITHER DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, THE

SERVICES TO BE RENDERED HEREUNDER, WHETHER OR NOT SAID CLAIMS,

DEMANDS, CAUSES OF ACTIONS ARE CAUSED BY CONCURRENT NEGLIGENCE OF

THE CITY AND A PARTY TO THIS AGREEMENT, OR WHETHER IT WAS CAUSED BY

CONCURRENT NEGLIGENCE OF THE CITY AND SOME OTHER THIRD PARTY.

Employee Litigation: In any and all claims against any party indemnified hereunder by any employee (or the survivor or personal representative of such employee) of the contractor, any subcontractor, any supplier, or any individual or entity directly or indirectly employed by any of them to perform any of the work, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, the indemnification obligation herein shall not be limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of damages, compensation, or benefits payable by or for contractor or any such subcontractor, supplier, or other individual or entity under workers’ compensation or other employee benefit acts.

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Additional Terms for Services (05/22/2016) Page 1

APPENDIX B.(2)

Additional Terms for Services

(a) Permits and Fees: All permitting fees from the City will be waived on construction projects. The contractor will still need to apply for all applicable permits. However, there will be no cost associated with issuance of City permits.

(b) Time of Completion and Liquidated Damages: Completing this Project in a timely manner is very important to the City of Waco. Submitter must agree to commence work on or before a date to be specified in a written "Notice to Proceed" of the City and to fully complete the project within the time stated in the contract documents. As it is impracticable and extremely difficult to fix the actual damages, if any, that may proximately result from a failure by Submitter to perform the service, should submitter fail to complete the project within the calendar days specified in the contract, Submitter agrees to pay to City, or have withheld from monies due it, the amount stated in the contract documents as liquidated damages for each calendar day of delay or nonperformance. Any sums due and payable hereunder by the Submitter shall be payable, not as a penalty, but as liquidated damages representing an estimate of delay damages likely to be sustained by the City, estimated at the time of executing this Contract. Execution of a contract for this Project shall constitute agreement by the City and Submitter that said amount is the minimum value of the costs and actual damage caused by the failure of the Submitter to complete the Project within the allotted time.

A sum due as liquidated damages may be deducted from payments due the Contractor if such delay occurs. Adjustments to the contract times can only be made as provided in the contract documents and any conditions or specifications referenced therein.

(c) Conditions of Work: While the City is issuing a solicitation including specifications, each Submitter is still responsible for examining all of the issued documents, attending any pre-bid conference, making a site visit, and taking whatever steps are necessary to inform itself of the conditions relating to the project and the employment of labor thereon. Each Submitter must inform itself of the conditions relating to the project and the employment of labor thereon. Failure to do so will not relieve the Submitter awarded this contract of its obligation to furnish all material and labor necessary to carry out the provisions of the contract. Insofar as possible, the Selected Firm, in carrying out the Project, must employ such methods or means as will not cause any interruption of or interference with the work of any other contractor.

(d) Employment Conditions/Requirements: Submitters shall pay particular attention to the required employment conditions that must be observed and the minimum wage rates to be paid. If federal or state funds are involved in paying for the work, there may be additional requirements that must be followed to comply with the terms of the federal or state funding.

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Additional Terms for Services (05/22/2016) Page 2

(e) Force Majeure: In the event performance by the Selected Firm of its obligations under this Agreement shall be interrupted or delayed by or as a consequence of a fire, flood, severe weather, or other act of God, war, insurrection, civil disturbance, or act of state, the Selected Firm shall be excused from such performance for the period of time such occurrence shall have lasted or such period as is reasonably necessary to rebuild or take other action necessary to resume performance. The period of time reasonably necessary to rebuild or take other action necessary to resume performance shall be as determined by the agreement of the parties, which agreement shall be negotiated and arrived at in good faith. The Selected Firm shall notify the Contact Person or Contract Administrator of any matter covered above, the occurrence of which interferes or threatens to interfere with the performance of any of its obligations under the bid. Upon such notice, the Selected Firm and the City shall consult and cooperate as to measures which may be taken to overcome the interference or as to alternative measures which may be undertaken by the parties with a view to the continued performance of the bid agreement.

(f) Right to Assurance: Whenever one party to this contract in good faith has reason to question the other party's intent to perform, the questioning party may demand the other party give written assurance of its intent to perform. In the event that a demand is made, and no assurance is given within five (5) days, the demanding party may treat this failure as an anticipatory repudiation of the contract.

(g) Invoice Submittal Procedures: If invoices are submitted or otherwise used pursuant to the bid awarded under this solicitation, the Selected Firm shall present invoices to the City in the following form and content:

1. Each invoice must reference the City of Waco contract, agreement or Purchase Order number;

2. Only one contract, agreement, or project shall be billed on a particular invoice;

3. Only one invoice per every thirty (30) days…