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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (“RFQ”) – PART I

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RFQ #: 262797MM

RFQ Title: Waterway Navigation Repairs And Maintenance

1.0 PURPOSE

Sarasota County (“County”), a political subdivision of the State of Florida, will receive proposals on the date indicated in OpenGov Procurement (OpenGov), the County’s electronic procurement portal, for the purpose of selecting qualified Contractors to provide installation, maintenance, relocation, and removal of marine navigation aids throughout Sarasota County’s bays, rivers, and connected waterways. Proposers are required to comply with Part II, Scope of Services.

OpenGov is located at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov

2.0 PROPOSER

2.1 For the purpose of this RFQ, the term “Proposer” is defined as the legal entity submitting a proposal.

2.2 Proposers 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 submittal. For purposes of this solicitation, all vendors who make up the joint venture will be considered together as the Proposer.

3.0 QUALIFICATIONS

3.1 The Proposer must provide a minimum of two (2) project references demonstrating experience providing marine construction specific to navigational aids as they are described in Part II, Scope of Services.

References must be from a commercial, industrial, or governmental entity, and must have been for work completed within the past seven

(7) years preceding the submission deadline in OpenGov.

3.2 Required Licenses and Certifications

Proposer shall be required to meet all requirements of Part II, Section 3 prior to award and throughout the term of any resulting Contract.

Following verification of Qualifications, the County will require the apparent responsive and responsible Proposer(s) to provide evidence demonstrating it satisfies all requirements of Part II, Section 3. Failure of Proposer to provide evidence of requirements that demonstrate Proposer's ability to perform a Scope of Services to the County's satisfaction may result in a determination by the County that Proposer is non-responsible.

4.0 MEETINGS & SCHEDULE

An anticipated schedule is provided in the Timeline posted in OpenGov. All meetings will take place at the time, date, and location specified in the solicitation Timeline.

https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (“RFQ”) – PART I

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5.0 SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

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

6.0 VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

6.1 All proposers must complete the required forms and information included in the Vendor Questionnaire section of OpenGov. Completed forms and other requested documents must be uploaded with proposer’s submittal in OpenGov. Proposers 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.

6.2 Grant Documents

6.2.1. This project anticipates FEMA grant funding. All applicable grant documents will be included in OpenGov. Grant documents that require Proposer’s signature will be available in the Vendor Questionnaire section.

7.0 SELECTION PROCESS

7.1 All timely responses meeting the criteria set forth in this RFQ shall be considered by the County.

7.2 Proposers will be evaluated based upon the information provided as requested in this RFQ.

7.3 All responsive and responsible Proposers will be recommended for award.

8.0 AWARD

8.1 It is the intent of the County to award multiple contracts to create a prequalified pool of vendors for future projects.

8.2 All projects will be quoted on by all Contractors awarded Term Contracts as a result of this RFQ. Each project will be assigned to the Contractor submitting the lowest lump sum quote for that project.

8.3 The County reserves the right to contract for a term less than or greater than the duration indicated in OpenGov.

8.4 The successful Proposer(s) shall be required to submit proof of licenses or certifications as required by the County.

8.5 Contract

A draft of the contract that the successful Proposer(s) will be expected to sign (a Term Contract) is posted on the Procurement website, shown below. The County may, in 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

PART II

SCOPE OF SERVICES Revised 1.14.26

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1. GENERAL

A. Purpose

The purpose of this solicitation is to establish a pool of qualified contractors to perform installation, maintenance, and removal of marine navigation aids throughout Sarasota County’s bays, rivers, and connected waterways, ensuring safe and compliant navigation by maintaining properly placed and structurally sound aids consistent with federal, state, and local regulatory standards. Work will include pilings, buoys, dayboards, and regulatory signage. Services will be assigned via individual task orders and may include furnishing and installing materials, removing damaged or obsolete structures, restoring sites, documenting completed work, and adhering to all required safety, environmental, and permitting requirements.

B. Grant Funding

Some projects may include Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding. Contractor shall comply with Attachment A – Disaster Grant Funded Procurement Terms and Conditions.

C. Service Area

The extent and locations of the bays, rivers, and waterways subject to this solicitation are defined in the Sarasota County Water Atlas https://sarasota.wateratlas.usf.edu/ and by the zoning maps included in Attachment B—Sarasota County Waterway Zones.

D. Connected Waterways

Work may include, but is not limited to, the following connected waterways:

i. Sarasota Bay – Hudson Bayou, Pansy Bayou, and Whitaker Bayou

ii. Roberts Bay and Little Sarasota Bay – North Creek, Blind Pass, Elligraw Bayou, Matheny Creek, Phillippi Creek, Grand Canal South Coconut Bayou, and Nettie Bayou

iii. Dryman Bay, Blackburn Bay, and Lyons Bay – South Creek

iv. Dona Bay, Roberts Bay Venice, and Intracoastal Waterway Venice

– Hatchett Creek, Curry Creek, and Shakett Creek

v. Lemon Bay – Gottfried Creek, Forked Creek, Woodmere Creek, and Alligator Creek

vi. Myakka River

E. Location of Aids

The location of aids to navigation encompassed by this Scope includes all coastal and riverine waters in Sarasota County as depicted in Attachment B. The specific aids requiring work will be identified by Sarasota County staff at the time of Task Order issuance and the https://sarasota.wateratlas.usf.edu/

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2. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Unless otherwise approved in writing by the County, all representatives of the Contractor shall be solely employed by, and under the exclusive direction and control of, the Contractor.

B. Contractor shall ensure that at least one (1) employee present at each work site is able to effectively communicate in English.

C. Contractor shall coordinate operations so as to minimize or eliminate any interruption to normal activities at or near each project location.

D. Contractor shall be fully responsible for any damage to County property or third-party property caused by its operations, employees, or subcontractors. Contractor shall, at its sole expense, restore such property to its original condition or better, subject to County approval.

E. Contractor shall participate in performance and project report meetings as requested by County.

F. Contractor shall ensure conditions at all work sites always reflect good housekeeping and safety practices. The Contractor shall be responsible for all trash and debris disposal from the work site.

3. REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (ADDENDUM 1)

A. Contractor shall have at least one (1) employee (not a subcontractor) who possesses one (1) of the following licenses issued by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation

(DBPR):

i. Certified Marine Specialty Contractor License, or

ii. a Certified Marine Pile Driving Specialty Contractor License from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

License(s) shall be active at the time of bid submittal, and shall be kept active throughout the term of the Contract.

B. Contractor shall ensure that an employee licensed as specified in 3.A provides oversight for all projects performed under the Contract.

4. ASSIGNMENT OF WORK

A. Individual requests for project quotes (Task Orders) shall be issued to the awarded Contractors in writing through OpenGov. Each request will include a Task Order Sheet, attached hereto and incorporated herein as Attachment C—Task Order Sheet (Sample), which will provide project specific details.

B. Contractors shall respond to County quote request by the date specified in OpenGov.

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C. If a site visit is required, the scheduled time and location will be identified in the County’s request for project quotes.

D. Contractor shall provide a lump sum price for each Task Order. The County shall not be responsible for payment of any costs not included in the lump sum price.

E. If Contractor fails to respond to more than three (3) County requests for project quotes within a twelve (12) month period, the Contract may be terminated at the sole discretion of the County.

F. Each Task Order will be awarded to the Contractor submitting the lowest lump sum price for that Task Order.

5. MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

A. Materials Supplied by County

i. County shall supply the following materials to Contractor, at no cost to Contractor, when specified in the applicable Task Order.

a. Dayboards (numbered)

b. Regulatory Signs

c. Informational Signs

d. Buoys

e. Concrete anchors

f. Reflective Bands

ii. County will deliver such materials to a designated Sarasota County location. Contractor will be instructed on where and when to obtain the materials. Delivery locations may include, but not are not limited to:

a. 1301 Cattlemen Road, Sarasota, FL 34232

b. 6700 Clark Road, Sarasota, FL 34241

c. 800 Blackburn Point Road Osprey, FL 34229

d. 425 Old Venice Road, Osprey, FL 34229

B. Materials Supplied by Contractor

i. Pilings - Plastic or wood piles shall be a minimum of 10 inches in diameter and suitable for marine use in salt and brackish waters.

Pilings must be sound, straight and of sufficient length to allow installation as described in section 6 of this Scope of Services.

The diameter of sound knots shall not exceed one-third of the diameter of the pile at the location where the knot occurs.

ii. Other Materials – Contractor shall supply stainless steel (SS) hardware, cross-member lumber, isolator strips, piling wrap, and caps.

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iii. All Additional Materials – Contractor shall furnish any other materials not specifically listed as County-supplied, but necessary to complete the Task Order.

iv. Standards and Inspection

All Contractor-supplied materials shall be new, free from defects, and suitable for their intended marine use. Materials are subject to inspection and approval by County prior to installation. Any materials deemed unsuitable by County shall be removed and replaced by Contractor at no additional cost to County.

6. PILING INSTALLATION

A. Site and Subsurface Conditions

Bottom/subsurface conditions are generally soft; however, it is Contractor's responsibility to review area conditions prior to bidding. No additional compensation will be made for piling installation in rock, hard substrate, or other unforeseen conditions.

B. Material Handling and Wrap

i. Piles shall be strong enough to be driven to the full resistance.

ii. Wood piles shall be wrapped with a high-density polyethylene wrap, minimum thickness of 0.030 inch.

iii. Wrap shall be tightly secured using 1-1/4" SS ring-shank roofing nails, spaced at 2 inches along the seam.

iv. Wrap shall be installed prior to placing piling into the water.

v. Wrap shall extend a minimum of 1 foot above mean high water and continue below mudline once embedded.

vi. Refer to the Attachment D – Reference Guide for additional details.

C. Piling Driving Requirements

i. Contractor shall drive all piles continuously without voluntary interruption.

ii. After installation, Contractor shall cut piles to the required height and dispose of surplus material.

iii. Piles requiring excessive bending (greater than 3° from vertical) to frame properly shall be withdrawn and reinstalled. Piles shall not be pulled into alignment after installation.

iv. Piles shall not be installed by excavation with backfilling and compaction. Minor adjustment (less than 3° from vertical) is permitted after installation, provided Contractor ensures soil settlement prevents shifting.

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v. Piles damaged, out of alignment, or improperly located shall be withdrawn and replaced with new piles by Contractor at no additional cost to County.

D. Depth and Substrate Considerations

i. Piles shall penetrate a minimum of 10 feet into the substrate, or at least 6 feet into rock. If rock is encountered, pre-drilling may be required at no additional cost to County.

ii. Blasting of pile holes is strictly prohibited.

iii. Auguring or punching methods, if necessary to install into rock or hard substrate, must be approved in advance by County.

iv. If pre-drilling results in pile alignment greater than 3° from vertical, the hole shall be grouted. Materials and methodology for grouting must be pre-approved by County.

v. Piles shall not be connected or joined together to increase length.

E. Temporary Buoy Recovery

i. Where new pile locations are marked by a temporary buoy, Contractor shall recover the buoy and anchor(s) as part of pile installation.

ii. Contractor shall retain recovered buoys for up to thirty (30) days until County pick-up.

iii. All costs associated with buoy recovery shall be included in the piling installation price; this is not a separately billable task.

iv. Buoys may have shifted over time and shall not be relied upon for exact pile placement.

v. Pile installation location shall be performed based on GPS coordinates provided by County.

F. Piling removal

i. County may direct Contractor to remove pilings for various reasons. Some may be broken at or below the waterline. In all cases, the full length of the piling shall be extracted.

ii. No piling or remnant may remain if it poses any potential hazard to navigation.

iii. Jetting may be used to facilitate piling removal, provided all State turbidity standards are met.

iv. Contractor shall dispose of piles, signs, and attachments in accordance with law and at no additional cost to County.

G. Quality Assurance

i. All pile installations are subject to County inspection and approval prior to acceptance.

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ii. Contractor shall ensure piles are installed plumb (within 3° of vertical), at the correct GPS location, and at the specified embedment depth.

iii. Pile wraps, hardware, and attachments may be inspected for correct installation, tightness, and finish.

iv. Any work not meeting County standards shall be corrected or replaced by Contractor at no additional cost to County.

7. BUOY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL

A. Anchor Specifications

i. Small buoys shall be set with concrete anchors weighing between 100 and 300 pounds, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

ii. Large buoys shall be set with concrete anchors weighing up to 1,500 pounds. In some permanent buoy installations, the anchor may be water-jetted below grade, as determined by County on a case-by-case basis.

iii. Buoys shall be attached with AmSteel Blue line, minimum thickness of 5/16 inch,1/4 inch SS cable or SS or 5/16 inch SS chain. Shackles, thimbles, and other necessary fittings shall be 316 SS. County may authorize the use of metal chain in place of, or in combination with, Amsteel line.

iv. The specifications outlined above represent standard requirements; however, buoy installation methods, anchor sizes, and attachment materials may be adjusted as necessary to meet specific project conditions and requirements, at the discretion of the County.

B. Buoy Attachment and Reattachment

i. Contractor shall have capability to securely reattach buoys that have become detached from their concrete anchor(s) or reef ball.

ii. Contractor may be required to place, reset, recover, or remove buoys and anchors. Anchor may be buried in certain locations.

C. Buoy Storage

i. Contractor shall retain removed buoys at its facility for up to thirty

(30) days to allow County sufficient time to arrange for pickup.

ii. Upon placing buoys into storage, Contractor shall promptly notify County.

iii. During the storage period, County will assess whether the buoys are suitable for reuse.

iv. If County determines the buoys are not reusable, or if they are not collected within thirty (30) days, Contractor shall be responsible for proper disposal at no additional cost to County.

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D. Quality Assurance

i. All buoy installation, resetting, or reattachment work is subject to County inspection and approval prior to acceptance.

ii. Contractor shall ensure anchors are placed to specified depth and stability, attachment lines and hardware are properly secured, and buoy position matches GPS coordinates provided by County.

iii. Any buoy installation not meeting County standards shall be corrected or replaced by Contractor at no additional cost to County.

8. SIGN AND DAYBOARD INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

A. General Requirement

i. Signs may be located on wood pilings, plastic pilings, bridge fender systems, concrete columns, and metal columns, ranging in height above the waterline from 4 feet to 15 feet.

ii. Contractor shall be capable of replacing and installing signs across this full range of locations, conditions and depths.

iii. When replacing existing signs, Contractor shall be responsible for removal, storage, and disposal of old signs, as follows:

a. Contractor shall store removed signs at its facility for up to thirty (30) days to allow County sufficient time to arrange for pickup.

b. Upon placing signs into storage, Contractor shall promptly notify County.

c. During the storage period, County will assess whether the signs are suitable for reuse.

d. If County determines that the signs are not reusable or if they are not collected within thirty (30) days, the Contractor shall be responsible for proper disposal at no additional cost to County.

e. Refer to Attachment D – Reference Guide for additional details.

B. Fastening Hardware

i. All sign panels shall be securely fastened using two (2) Type 316 SS through bolts or threaded rods per pile, penetrating the sign panel, cross members, and pile. Under special circumstances lag bolts may be used, only when directed or authorized by the County.

ii. Each fastener shall extend no more than 1 inch and no less than 1/2 inch beyond the 316 SS hex-lock nut, and shall include a SS lock washer, flat washer, and nylon washer.

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iii. A nylon shoulder washer shall be used to eliminate direct contact between the SS fasteners and the aluminum sign panels to minimize corrosion.

iv. Small Dayboards (<36”)

a. 5/8 inch 316 SS through bolt or rod – attachment to piling.

b. 3/8 inch 316 SS though bolt – attachment of sign to wood cross member.

v. Large Dayboards (≥ 36”) and Signs ≥ 3’ x 4’

a. 3/4 inch 316 SS through bolt or rod – attachment to piling.

b. 5/8 inch 316 SS through bolt– attachment of sign to wood cross member.

C. Orientation and Alignment

i. Signs shall be level, secure, and oriented to face oncoming vessel traffic.

ii. For double (back-to-back) installations, bottom edges of both signs shall align.

D. Cross Members and Backing

i. Regulatory sign installations shall include cross-member support as shown in Attachment D – Reference Guide.

ii. Cross members shall be pressure-treated wood sized as follows:

a. Small Dayboards (<36”) - 2” x 4” at top

b. Large Dayboards (≥36”), 3’ x 4’ Signs, and Informational Signs - 4” x 4” at top and 2” x 4” at bottom

c. Regulatory Signs 4’ x 6’ / 5’ x 7’ - 4” x 4” and 2” x 4” at top and 2” x 6” at bottom

iii. An isolator (plastic or rubber strip) shall be placed between the wood and aluminum signs to prevent corrosion.

iv. New piling installations, or sign replacements on existing structures, shall include new cross members, isolator strip, and associated SS hardware.

E. Reflective Bands

i. During sign installation, Contractor shall inspect existing reflective bands and replace as needed.

ii. Contractor shall install two (2) reflective bands per pile, each 6 inches wide, 3MTM Diamond GradeTM Very High Intensity Prismatic

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Reflective Bands (or equivalent), placed with a minimum 1 inch lap.

a. The first band shall be located 6 inches below the bottom of the sign.

b. The second band shall be located 8 inches below the bottom of the first band.

iii. Bands shall be secured with a minimum of four (4) 1½ inch 316 SS screws with washers.

iv. Any bands that delaminate prior to final inspections shall be replaced.

v. If applied to existing piles, old tape/bands shall be completely removed and replaced with new reflective bands.

vi. All new installations and sign replacements shall include new reflective bands unless otherwise directed by County.

F. Quality Assurance

i. All sign and dayboard installations are subject to County inspection and approval prior to acceptance.

ii. Contractor shall ensure signs are plumb, level, and oriented for maximum visibility to vessel traffic.

iii. Hardware shall be properly tightened, corrosion-protected, and installed with isolators as specified.

iv. Cross members and lumber shall be pressure-treated, free of defects, and correctly sized per sign type.

v. Reflective bands shall be securely installed, properly aligned, and free of bubbles, peeling, or delamination.

vi. Any installation not meeting County standards shall be corrected or replaced by Contractor at no additional cost to County.

9. PROJECT EXECUTION, DOCUMENTATION, AND INVOICING

A. Installation of projects shall be completed within sixty (60) calendar days from Notice to Proceed, unless otherwise approved in writing by the County.

B. Contractor may request extensions due to weather or marine conditions beyond Contractor’s control. Requests must be made in writing to the County Project Manager, who will review and approve where applicable.

C. Contractor shall provide County with at least five (5) days’ written notice of scheduled mobilization and demobilization dates. Notice shall be

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D. County’s Project Manager will conduct regular inspections throughout the project.

E. Contractor shall photo-document each task ID and provide documentation to County upon completion. A minimum of four (4) clear, time-stamped photos (JPEG or PDF) per task ID is required, each labeled with the corresponding task ID number. County recommends use of a time-stamp application (e.g. Timestamp Camera).

F. Contractor shall complete a Pile Drive Report Form, attached hereto and incorporated herein as Attachment E—Pile Drive Report Form (Sample), for each piling replaced and/or added. Reports shall be submitted in PDF format.

G. County’s Project Manager will conduct a final inspection of all work performed.

H. If any portion of the project fails to meet specifications, County will provide written notification of deficiencies. Contractor shall acknowledge notification in writing within one (1) business day and cure all deficiencies within thirty (30) business days at no additional cost to County.

I. Projects shall be deemed complete and eligible for invoicing only when all work is completed to County’s satisfaction in accordance with the specifications of the Task Order, and all required documentation from this Section has been submitted.

J. Payment shall be only made upon County’s acceptance of the completed project.

10. PERMITTING AND COMPLIANCE

A. Contractor shall comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including but not limited to permits issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), FDEP, the U.S. Coast Guard, and any local jurisdictional authorities. Copies of required permits will be provided to Contractor by County unless otherwise stated in the Task Order.

B. Contractor is responsible for reviewing and adhering to all permit conditions when permits are required for a specific project or Task Order. While not all work will require permitting, when permits are applicable, Contractor shall ensure full compliance. Any activity that may potentially violate permit conditions must be immediately reported to the County Project Manager.

C. Before beginning any piling installation or removal work, Contractor shall coordinate underground utility locates. Contractor shall take all

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i. Water and sewer lines

ii. Gas lines

iii. Electrical or fiber optic cables

iv. Telecommunication lines

v. Seawalls or submerged structure

D. The Contractor shall be held responsible for any damage resulting from failure to properly verify subsurface conditions before installation. Any costs related to damage repair or service restoration shall be borne by Contractor.

E. Contractor shall comply with all applicable safety and environmental requirements, including but not limited to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) turbidity requirements, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) conditions, and U.S. Coast Guard work zone and navigation safety requirements.

11. CONTINGENCY

A. If unforeseen circumstances occur during construction or repair work that require additional expense, a contingency of up to ten percent (10%) may be authorized.

B. A contingency allowance, if applicable, shall be expressly identified on the Task Order Sheet.

C. Contractor shall not access or apply contingency funds without prior written approval from the County’s Administrative Agent.

D. Unused contingency funds shall not be paid out as part of final payment.

Changes to this Scope are indicated using underlined text to show additions and strikethrough text to show deletions. Changes made pursuant to this Addendum No. 1 are in bold.

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. MARINE LIABILITY (PROTECTION & INDEMNITY): Contractor agrees to maintain Protection and Indemnity insurance covering any vessels used in performance of services under this contract with limits not less than $1,000,000 each occurrence.

Sarasota County is to be included as an additional insured.