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INVITATION FOR BIDS (“IFB”) - PART I

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IFB #: 232449MM

IFB TITLE: WATER DAMAGE REMEDIATION SERVICES FOR DISASTER EVENTS

1.0 PURPOSE

Sarasota County (“County”), a political subdivision of the State of Florida, will receive bids on the date indicated in OpenGov Procurement (“OpenGov”), the County’s electronic procurement portal, for the purpose of selecting a supplier to provide emergency remediation services at countywide sites resulting from damage related to a disaster event as stated herein.

Bidders are required to comply with Part II, Scope of Services and Attachment A – Grant Funded Procurement Terms and Conditions.

2.0 BIDDER

2.1 For the purpose of this IFB, the term “Bidder” (also identified as “Offeror”) is defined as the legal entity submitting a bid and/or identified on the electronic bid submittal.

2.2 Bidders intending to submit a bid as a joint venture with another company must provide documentation attesting to the formation of that joint venture with their bid submittal. For purposes of this solicitation, all vendors who make up the joint venture will be considered together as the Bidder.

2.2.1. Bidders proposing to engage in construction contracting as a joint venture or partnership must apply for registration with the State of Florida, Department of Business and Professional Regulation and any other state or local licensing agencies, as required by Florida State Statute 489.119, prior to the date bids are due.

3.0 QUALIFICATIONS

3.1 Required Experience

3.1.1. Bidder must provide references demonstrating their

experience providing each of the following categories of emergency remediation services for a governmental, commercial, or institutional entity within the past seven (7) years preceding the submission deadline in OpenGov:

a. Securing of furniture and other freestanding assets from affected areas

b. Removal of damaged structural coverings, including drywall, trim, flooring, and ceiling materials

c. Mold remediation

d. Water extraction

e. Disinfection of damaged areas

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f. Remediation of hazardous materials

3.1.2. A minimum of two (2) references is required.

3.1.3. A single reference may be used to verify multiple

requirements, however each of the categories a. through f.

above must be demonstrated two (2) times among the references provided. Only references submitted at the time of bid submittal in the format specified by the County will be used to verify qualifications have been met.

4.0 ALTERNATES

4.1 Unless otherwise specifically provided in Part II of this IFB, reference to any equipment, material, article or patented process, by trade name, brand name, make or catalog number, shall be regarded as establishing a minimum standard of quality and shall not be construed as limiting competition.

4.2 If a bidder wishes to make a substitution in the specifications, the bidder shall furnish to the County the name of the manufacturer, the model number, and other identifying data and information necessary to aid the County in evaluating the substitution. Any such substitution shall be subject to County approval. Substitutions shall be approved only if determined by the County to be equivalent to the prescribed specifications.

4.3 To be considered, substitutions must be submitted to the Procurement Contact listed in OpenGov no later than the Question Submission deadline listed in OpenGov. Substitutions must be identified by brand name, number, manufacturer and model, and shall include full descriptive information, brochures, and appropriate attachments. The County shall respond via addendum in OpenGov indicating whether the substitution has been approved or denied.

4.4 A bid containing a substitution that has not been approved by the County shall be disqualified.

5.0 PRE-BID MEETINGS

All meetings and site visits will take place at the time, date, and location specified in the Solicitation Timeline posted in OpenGov.

6.0 SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

Refer to the Submittal Instructions section in OpenGov for instructions on how to submit a bid. Bidders are advised to review the General Terms and Conditions of Solicitations which are available in OpenGov.

7.0 SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS

7.1 Vendor Questionnaire

All bidders must complete the required forms and information included in the Vendor Questionnaire section of OpenGov. Completed forms and

IFB Part I Revised 10/11/23 Page 3 of 5 other requested documents must be uploaded with bidder’s response in OpenGov. Bidders who fail to complete and upload required forms and documents or fail to provide responses to questions in the Vendor Questionnaire section of OpenGov may be found non-responsive.

7.2 Pricing

All bidders must complete the Pricing Table provided in OpenGov.

Bidders who fail to fully complete the pricing table in OpenGov may be found non-responsive.

8.0 AWARD

8.1 It is the intent of the County to award up to three (3) contracts to the responsive and responsible bidders submitting the lowest total bid prices. Unless otherwise noted, bidders must submit a price for every line item to be considered for award.

8.2 In the event of a tie, the IFB tie-breaking procedures identified in the Sarasota County Procurement Manual will apply.

8.2.1. To be considered, tied bidders will be required to provide documentation certifying they have implemented a drug-free workplace program meeting the requirements stipulated in Section 287.087, Florida Statutes. Documentation must be provided within the time specified by the County at the time of request.

8.3 Preferences

Bidders wishing to be considered for Local Business Preference or American Business Preference must complete and submit a Local & American Business Certification Form with their submittal. The Local & American Business Certification Form can be found in the Vendor Questionnaire section of OpenGov.

In awarding this bid, preference shall be given to local businesses and American businesses in accordance with Section 2-215 of the Sarasota County Procurement Code.

Local and American business preferences do not apply in the award of this bid due to grant funding requirements

8.4 Contract

A draft of the contract that the successful bidder(s) will be expected to sign (a Term Contract) is posted on the Procurement website shown below. The County may, at its sole discretion, select a different contract type or make revisions to the one referenced above following the recommended award of this solicitation.

https://www.scgov.net/government/procurement/contract-templates https://www.scgov.net/government/procurement/contract-templates

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9.0 PRICING

9.1 As applicable, all trip charges, mileage, vehicle charges, travel time and labor are to be included in the hourly rate. Only time on the job site may be charged.

9.2 As applicable, estimated usage for each item is listed in the bid. This is an estimated figure only and no guarantee is made or implied as to the actual quantities that will be acquired under resulting contracts.

Quantities listed herein are subject to increase or decrease during the term of the contract. In either occurrence, the Offeror will perform the work at the unit price as bid. The County, at its discretion, may authorize an initial contract for a greater not-to-exceed amount than that submitted by the Bidder.

10.0 COUNTY WORKPLACE COMPLIANCE

10.1 Smoking – Smoking is not permitted inside any County facility. Smoking is restricted to designated smoking areas outside a facility.

10.2 Parking – The Bidder’s representatives shall abide by all parking restrictions. The Bidder’s vehicles are subject to the same restrictions, limitations, fines and tickets as posted for any other vehicle. Where time limit restrictions exceed the required time to provide services, arrangements shall be made in advance.

10.3 Alcohol/Drugs – Service personnel under the influence of alcohol and/or non-prescription drugs are not permitted to work in County facilities.

Any person known or thought to be under these influences will be escorted off County property.

10.4 Security - The Bidder must adhere to all Sarasota County security procedures. The Bidder’s work force shall be made up of persons legally authorized to perform work in the United States. The Bidder shall, at the County’s request, submit the following information for each of their employees: name, date of birth, social security number and green card (if applicable).

10.5 Identification - The Bidder shall require all employees to visibly wear identification while on County property. Said identification shall contain a color photograph of the employee, the name of the employee and the name of the company. The Bidder shall require all employees to wear a company uniform, which shall include the name of the employee and the company. Persons not conforming to this requirement may be denied access to the building. Denial of access does not alleviate the Bidder’s responsibilities herein.

11.0 CONTINGENCY

Only applicable if this box is checked

If during the performance of construction or repair work, an unforeseen circumstance occurs that triggers an additional expense, a contingency of up

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PART II

SCOPE OF SERVICES

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1. OVERVIEW

A. Contractor shall provide emergency water damage remediation services on an as-needed basis at countywide sites that have sustained damage from a disaster event.

B. All work shall be conducted so that all rules, policies, and guidance issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency are followed, to the extent possible.

C. The Grant Funded Procurement Terms and Conditions, attached hereto as Attachment A, are hereby incorporated and made a part of this Scope of Services.

2. REMEDIATION SERVICES

Contractor shall provide as-needed remediation services at any County site that sustained damage from a disaster event.

Contractor shall secure freestanding assets away from an affected area when necessary to perform remediation services, as directed by the County. Such assets may include but are not limited to: office furniture, tables, chairs, appliances, electronics, and freestanding cabinets. The Contractor’s applicable water extraction service charge shall be inclusive of the securing of assets.

Types of remediation services include:

A. Water and/or Wastewater Damage

i. Contractor shall be capable of mobilizing within twenty-four (24) hours of the County’s request for water and/or wastewater remediation services. Once onsite, Contractor shall assess the damage in the indoor environment and follow effective loss mitigation procedures, including but not limited to the mitigation of mold growth.

ii. Contractor shall remove drywall, insulation, and/or other wall covering (walls, soffits, ceiling plenum) by stripping damaged sections from the affected area, unless directed otherwise by the County’s project manager.

iii. Contractor shall remove damaged flooring materials such as carpeting, padding, mastic and/or adhesives, tile, and subflooring from the affected area, unless directed otherwise by the County’s project manager.

iv. Contractor shall remove damaged ceiling tiles and/or grids from the affected area, unless directed otherwise by the County’s project manager.

v. As requested by the County’s project manager, Contractor shall remove cabinets secured to damaged walls and floors. Contractor will ensure to the best of their ability that cabinets deemed salvageable by the County’s Project Manager are kept in reuseable condition.

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vi. Contractor shall monitor the remediation progress using moisture meters until the area has returned to acceptable conditions per industry standards.

vii. When required, Contractor shall use treatments to prevent mold and bacterial growth that may include, but are not limited to: antimicrobial treatments, air scrubbers, and High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuums.

viii. Contractor shall perform complete decontamination of the affected areas which includes disinfection, cleaning and water extraction to lessen potential health risk, as required.

ix. Where appropriate or as requested by the County, Contractor shall install temporary protective barriers, such as sheet plastic or similar materials, to protect exposed walls, floors, ceilings, and/or secured assets.

B. Hazardous Materials

i. Exposure of hazardous materials may occur as a result of damage (e.g., wall and roof damage) following a emergency disaster event.

Prior to any restoration work, the County must ensure that all hazardous materials are abated from the site. The County requires Contractor to provide abatement and/or remediation of hazardous materials including but not limited to mold, asbestos, and/or asbestos containing material.

ii. Prior to requesting remediation of hazardous materials, the County shall provide an independent inspection by a State of Florida licensed and insured sampling and testing company to determine the type and extent of hazardous materials present. The test results shall be provided to Contractor in writing.

iii. Based on the results of the independent inspection, Contractor shall ensure that remediation of the hazardous materials is performed according to the standards and protocols established by that industry and in accordance with Federal and State regulations which govern the safe removal and disposal of hazardous materials.

iv. Contractor shall be responsible for notifying Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP), if required, before beginning any abatement process.

v. Contractor shall ensure that licensing requirements are met for removal of any hazardous materials and shall provide a copy of the current license to the County upon request.

vi. Contractor shall provide written recommendation to the County’s project manager addressing the proposed remediation plan and the need to remove workers and visitors from the affected areas.

a. When mold is present, Contractor will be provided with a written Mold Remediation Protocol from the County. Contractor shall follow

Revised 10/07/20 Prepared by General Services Part II - Page 3 of 7 the Mold Remediation Protocol and ensure that an actively licensed Mold Remediator pursuant to Florida Administrative Code (FAC) 61- 31-101 performs the appropriate service to eliminate the mold according to industry and FAC standards.

b. Contractor shall use treatments to treat and prevent further mold and bacterial growth that may include, but are not limited to, antimicrobial treatments, air scrubbers, and HEPA vacuums.

c. Contractor shall inspect and assess the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system in the affected building to determine if remediation procedures are necessary. Contractor shall ensure that the necessary HVAC remediation services are performed by a licensed Mold Remediator.

d. Contractor shall clean and sanitize registers, duct work, and blowers/variable air volume (VAV) equipment.

e. Contractor shall clean and sanitize air handler units and coils.

f. The County shall provide a post-remediation verification inspection (PRVI), which is a Mold Clearance Test, to assure the mold is gone and to ensure mold dust did not spread to other parts of building or into mechanical systems.

vii. The County shall provide for third-party testing after remediation services have been completed by Contractor to ensure that all hazardous materials have been remediated.

3. TRANSPORT AND DISPOSAL OF DEBRIS

A. Contractor shall be responsible for the hauling and disposal of all debris from the site, maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations, including the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP).

B. Contractor shall ensure that all hazardous waste destined for disposal is sent to a permitted hazardous waste facility.

C. Contractor shall provide documentation of final disposal location of all debris to the County Project Manager.

4. COMPLIANCE REGULATIONS

A. All services performed by Contractor shall be in compliance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to:

i. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

a. Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, Title 29, Part 1910, Section 120 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

b. Respiratory Protection, Title 29, part 1910, Section 134 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

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c. Construction Industry, Title 29, Part 1926 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

d. Hazard Communication, Title 29, Part 1910, Section 1200 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

e. Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags, Title 29, Part 1910, Section 145 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

ii. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines found at https://www.epa.gov/hw

iii. Center for Disease Control (CDC) air pollution and respiratory health guidelines found at https://cdc.gov/nceh

iv. Board for Global Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Credentialing:

www.gobgc.org

5. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor shall follow all current best practice procedures as determined by industry standards or as directed by the County.

B. Contractor shall be responsible for all necessary measurements and for the accurate fitting of all work.

C. Contractor shall provide all personnel and equipment necessary to perform the services described herein.

D. Every Contractor crew must have at least one employee on site that can effectively communicate in English with the County staff and with the public.

E. Contractor shall provide a qualified employee who shall be present during the course of work, who can make on-site decisions, and shall act as a fully authorized agent of Contractor. The qualified employee shall be knowledgeable about all procedures and practices applicable to the contracted service requirements and conditions.

F. All Contractor’s personnel shall have access to cell phone or radio to communicate with each other, any subcontractors, and the County.

G. Contractor’s employees are required to wear a company uniform, which shall include the name of the employee and the company. All employees shall have identification, which shall contain a color photograph of the employee, the name of the employee and the name of the company.

H. Contractor’s vehicles shall have identification (i.e., a sign affixed to the vehicle).

I. Contractor will coordinate work so that there is minimal to no interruption to daily work at any location.

J. Mandatory Kick-Off Meeting: Upon approval of the contract, Contractor shall attend a mandatory kick-off meeting with County representatives to discuss important information related to the scope of work, the contract https://www.epa.gov/hw https://cdc.gov/nceh http://www.gobgc.org/

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K. Contractor is required to participate in performance and project report meetings as deemed necessary by the County. The County shall not be responsible for payment to Contractor for any briefings or meetings held between the County and Contractor, as these meetings are to the mutual benefit of both parties.

L. Contractor shall notify the County whenever Contractor is on County property to perform requested work.

M. Contractor shall provide the County’s Administrative Agent with either:

i. The phone number of their answering service that is monitored 24-hours per day for emergency response, or

ii. Two points of contact (a primary and a secondary) along with each contact’s phone number.

If the phone number or points of contact change during the duration of the contract, Contractor shall immediately notify the County’s Administrative Agent of the change and provide updated information.

N. All correspondence between the County and Contractor concerning services within the scope of this agreement shall contain the contract number, work order (WO) number, and purchase order (PO) number.

O. Contractor is responsible for any damage to County or third-party property caused by Contractor or their employees. Restoration shall be made to the County’s satisfaction.

P. Contractor shall ensure conditions on the work site always reflect good housekeeping and safety practices. Contractor shall be responsible for all trash and debris disposal from the work site.

Q. Contractor shall document and report all safety-related incidents on the project site immediately to the County’s Project Manager or the County’s Administrative Agent.

R. All material stored at a County facility by Contractor or subcontractors working for Contractor to be used in work performed at that facility must be stored in an approved area, authorized by the County representative in charge of the project.

i. Stored tools, equipment, and materials (all parts and pieces) belonging to Contractor or a representative (subcontractor) of Contractor, and stored at a County site, will be the sole responsibility of Contractor.

The County shall not be held liable for missing or stolen items.

S. Contractor shall be responsible for any and all permitting and must send a copy of the permit to the County’s project manager, as listed on the

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County’s PO, prior to commencing work. Contractor shall be reimbursed for permit fees in accordance with Section 11.

6. BACKGROUND CHECKS

A. Contractor’s personnel may be required to have unescorted access to County and Judicial offices and other areas containing certain criminal justice records and is now required by federal and state law to submit to an electronic criminal background check, fingerprinting and a biannual short training program provided by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). An authorization and consent for release of personal information form must be completed and acknowledges that Sarasota County Government and the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office may conduct an investigation of criminal history information on file in local, state or federal agencies. A Secure Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Facilities Addendum is attached hereto and incorporated herein and details the security requirements.

B. All Contractor personnel who will perform services in designated Sarasota County facilities must pass FDLE’s CJIS background checks. Sarasota County will provide the forms to Contractor for completion. Said forms will be forwarded to the County to perform the background checks for acceptance or rejection before Contractor’s personnel may enter County facilities to provide the services herein described.

C. The County reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to preclude or deny access to any person known to be or thought to be a security risk. Failure of Contractor’s personnel who will perform services in Sarasota County facilities to pass the CJIS clearance may result in termination of the Contract.

D. Contractor shall ensure that unauthorized persons cannot gain access to rooms, areas, or building under the control of its personnel. At no time shall Contractor violate building and/or room security by propping doors or gates open and leaving them unattended unless the County has provided its own security door monitor. All gates, entrance and exit doors shall be secured at all times.

E. Contractor staff working in the 12th Judicial Circuit Court buildings will also be required to complete an “Authorization and Consent for Release of Personal Information and Criminal Background Check” form provided by the Court.

F. All work performed at the County’s jail facilities shall require Contractor’s employees to provide a Vendor Tool Inventory pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. The County’s jail facilities shall provide Contractor’s employees with the Vendor Tool Inventory form to complete as directed by County Jail staff. The Vendor Tool Inventory form requires Contractor to list all inventory brought into the jail and out of the jail, which shall be verified by County jail staff.

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7. HOURS OF WORK

A. Contractor shall be capable of mobilizing as quickly as 24 hours following notification by the County for emergency services as indicated in Section 2 of the Scope of Services herein. This work may be performed during normal business hours, after normal business hours, weekends, and County observed holidays.

i. Normal Business Hours are defined as Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., except County observed Holidays.

ii. After Normal Business Hours are defined as Monday through Friday 5:01 p.m. – 6:59 a.m., weekends, and County observed Holidays.

8. ASSIGNMENT OF WORK ORDERS

A. Contractor shall be engaged to perform specific projects through the issuance of negotiated Work Orders (“WO”).

B. Contractor acknowledges that the County has entered into multiple agreements with various Contractors for these services.

C. WOs shall be assigned in the best interest of the County, to the Contractor best suited for each WO in the sole opinion of the County.

D. After notification by the County, Contractor and County shall discuss a work scope, time schedule, and projected costs for the WO. A purchase order shall be issued by the County to the Contractor.

E. Change orders shall reference original WO scope and all items as detailed herein to which they relate and shall require issuance of a revised purchase order to become effective.

9. INVOICING

A. Contractor shall invoice the County at minimum monthly or within two (2) weeks of completion of the work. The invoice shall clearly indicate the County’s WO number and PO number.

B. Invoices shall reflect the rates as indicated on the Pricing Table.

10. WARRANTY

All work and materials provided by Contractor shall be fully warrantied from the date of County’s notification of completion of work, for a period of one year, or for the standard warranty period provided by Contractor or by the materials manufacturer, whichever is greater.

11. SUBCONTRACTING

Any use of subcontractors shall be approved in writing by the County.

PART III – INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

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CONTRACTOR’S INSURANCE

Contractor shall, on a primary basis and at its sole expense, maintain in full force and effect, at all times during the life of this Contract, insurance coverage (including endorsements) and limits as described herein. These requirements, as well as the County’s review or acceptance of insurance maintained by Contractor, are not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify the liabilities or obligations assumed by Contractor under this Contract.

Insurance requirements itemized in this Contract and required of the Contractor shall extend to all subcontractors to cover their operations performed under this Contract.

The Contractor shall be responsible for any modifications, deviations, or omissions in these insurance requirements as they apply to subcontractors.

Insurance carriers providing coverage required herein must be licensed to conduct business in the State of Florida and must possess a current A.M. Best’s Financial Strength Rating of A- Class VII or better.

Each insurance policy required by this Contract shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made and suit is brought, except with respect to limits of the insurer’s liability.

The Contractor shall be solely responsible for payment of all premiums for insurance contributing to the satisfaction of this Contract and shall be solely responsible for the payment of all deductibles and retentions to which such policies are subject.

Contractor shall furnish Certificates of Insurance to the County Administrative Agent evidencing the types and amounts of coverage, including endorsements, required by this Contract prior to commencement of work and prior to expiration of the insurance contract, when applicable. Such Certificate(s) of Insurance shall, to the extent allowable by the insurer, include a minimum thirty (30) day notice of cancellation (10 days for non-payment of premium) or non-renewal of coverage. Notwithstanding these notification requirements, the Contractor will be required to provide County with 5-day prior written notice of any policy cancellation or non-renewal.

The County reserves the right to review, modify, reject, or accept any required policies of insurance, including limits, coverage, or endorsements, herein from time to time throughout the term of this Contract. County reserves the right, but not the obligation, to review and reject any insurer providing coverage due to its poor financial condition or failure to operate legally.

A. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION: Contractor agrees to maintain Workers’ Compensation insurance in accordance with Florida Statutes, Chapter 440.

Employers Liability to be included with a minimum limit of $500,000.00 per accident/per disease/per employee. If work is to be performed over or adjacent to navigable water and involves maritime exposure, applicable LHWCA, Jones Act, or other maritime law coverage shall be included.

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In the event the Contractor has “leased” employees, the Contractor or the employee leasing company must provide evidence of a Workers’ Compensation policy for all personnel on the worksite.

Contractors who are exempt from Florida’s Workers’ Compensation law must provide proof of such exemption issued by the Florida Department of Financial Services, Bureau of Workers’ Compensation.

B. COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY: Contractor agrees to maintain Commercial General Liability per ISO form CG0001 or its equivalent, including but not limited to coverage for premises and operations, personal injury, products & completed operations, liability assumed under an insured contract, and independent contractors with limits of not less than $1,000,000.00 each occurrence, $2,000,000.00 aggregate covering all work performed under this Contract. Contractor agrees to endorse Sarasota County Government as an additional insured on the Commercial General Liability coverage.

C. BUSINESS AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY: Contractor agrees to maintain Business Automobile Liability with limits not less than $1,000,000.00 combined single limit for each accident covering all Owned, Non-Owned & Hired automobiles used in the performance of this Contract. In the event Contractor does not own automobiles, Contractor agrees to maintain coverage for Hired & Non-Owned Auto Liability, which may be satisfied by way of endorsement to the Commercial General Liability policy or separate Business Auto Liability policy.

If the Contractor is shipping a product via common carrier, the contractor shall be responsible for any loss or damage sustained in delivery/transit.

D. UMBRELLA/EXCESS LIABILITY: Contractor agrees to maintain Umbrella or Excess Liability insurance with limits not less than $5,000,000.00 each occurrence and in the aggregate. Coverage shall follow the terms of the underlying insurance, including the additional insured provision.

E. POLLUTION LIABILITY: Contractor agrees to maintain Pollution Liability coverage with limits not less than $1,000,000.00 per claim/occurrence for bodily injury, property damage and environmental damage from sudden and gradual occurrences resulting from pollution conditions arising out of the work or services performed under this contract (including any transportation and disposal of hazardous materials or pollutants). Coverage shall include, but not be limited to, third party liability, clean up, corrective action including assessment, remediation and defense costs. If coverage is written on a claims-made basis: a. Any retroactive date shall precede the effective date of this contract; b. Contractor shall provide certificates of insurance evidencing the required coverage for a period of two years after final payment under this contract is made, or provide evidence showing Contractor has obtained a two year extended reporting period endorsement.

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