Adams County Government Center Pond Liner Replacement.pdf

Adams County Finance Department Purchasing Division

4430 S Adams County Parkway Brighton, Colorado 80601

INVITATION FOR BID (IFB)

COVER SHEET

IFB Issue Date:

IFB Number:

IFB Title:

Pre-Proposal Meeting:

IFB Questions Due:

Bid Due Date:

Bid will be received at:

July 15, 2026

IFB-MW-2026.257

Adams County Government Center Pond Liner

Replacement

July 298, 2026 at 10:00am MT Main Lobby 4430 South Adams County, Brighton, CO 80601

July 30, 2026 at 4:00pm MT

August 10, 2026 at 2:00pm MT https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/adams-county

For additional information please contact: Miyisha Wall Contract Specialist

Email Address: mwall@adamscountyco.gov

Documents included in this package: Bid Instructions General Terms and Conditions Specifications/ Scope of Work Pricing Form Submission Check List Statement of No Bid Contractor’s Statement Reference Form

Appendix A – Sample Agreement Appendix B – Wage Determination https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/adams-county

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4430 S Adams County Parkway Brighton, Colorado 80601

INVITATION FOR BID

BID INSTRUCTIONS

1. PURPOSE/BACKGROUND: The purpose of this IFB is to purchase Goods and/or Services as specified herein from a source(s) of supply that will give prompt and efficient service to the County.

2. SUBMISSION OF BIDS: The bid must be received before the due date and time as specified in this solicitation. Adams County will only accept electronic submittals. Bids can be submitted at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/adams-county.

3. The Adams County Board of County Commissioners by and through its Purchasing Division of the Finance Department is accepting bids for Adams County Government Center Pond Liner Replacement.

4. All documents related to this IFB will be posted on the Rocky Mountain Bid System (BidNet) at:

4.1. Interested parties must register with this service to receive these documents and submit a Bid.

5. BONDING/SURETY REQUIREMENTS:

5.1. A 5% Bid Bond is required for Construction Projects over $50,000 at the time of bid submittal.

5.2. Performance and Payment Bonds, each in the amount of 100% of the contract value, will be required at time of contract execution, or as otherwise defined in the Specifications/Scope of Work.

5.3. Surety companies executing bonds must appear on the U.S. Treasury Department’s most current list (Circular 570) as amended, and be authorized to transact business in the State of Colorado.

5.4. A 5% Retainage Fee will be held for Construction contracts over $150,000.

5.5. Liquidated Damages will apply.

5.6. Bonds may be submitted on the Standard AIA form.

6. Tariffs:

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6.1. Suppliers requesting price increases due to tariff changes must provide detailed cost breakdowns, including the original tariff rates and the new imposed rates, supplier invoices, and other supporting documentation. The County reserves the right to audit supplier records to verify tariff-related costs. Any unverified or excessive increases shall not be accepted.

6.2. Should tariffs be reduced or removed during the contract term, the contractor shall pass the cost savings on to the County through an equivalent price reduction. The contractor must notify the County within 30 days of any tariff reduction and submit revised pricing accordingly.

7. Per Adams County Policy, contracts for construction or road work in excess of $250,000.00 that are entered on or after September 1, 2024, will be responsible for ensuring that all employees performing work on are paid Prevailing Wage.

7.1. Contractors shall pay no less than the prevailing wage rates set by the Colorado

Department of Labor & Employment (CDLE) and CO Office of the State Architect (OSA).

7.2. Contractors shall comply with apprenticeship and training requirements (if applicable).

7.3. Requirement for contractors to submit certified payrolls.

8. Wage Determinations for this Building construction project are attached as Appendix B.

Please note, the advertised wages at the time the Contract execution will apply.

9. All information regarding the County’s prevailing wage policy can be found at:

https://adamscountyco.gov/our-county/budget-finance/finance/purchasing/prevailing-wage-policy

10. TERM OF AGREEMENT: This is a one-year agreement. Continuation of the Agreement beyond the initial period is a County prerogative and not a right of the Contractor. This prerogative will be exercised only when such continuation is clearly in the best interest of the County and upon budget approval.

11. CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS

11.1. The successful Contractor will be required to sign an Agreement substantially similar to the Agreement form in Appendix A. The County reserves the right to add or delete provisions to the form prior to Agreement execution.

11.2. Issuance of this solicitation does not commit the County to award any Agreement or to procure or Agreement for any equipment, materials or services.

11.3. If a formal Agreement is required, the Contractor agrees and understands that a

Notice of Award does not constitute an Agreement or create a property interest of any nature until an Agreement is signed by the Awardee and the Board of County Commissioners and/or their authorized designee.

11.4. Contractor is responsible for reviewing the form Agreement and understanding the terms and conditions contained therein, including, but not limited to, insurance requirements, indemnification, equal opportunity, non-appropriation, and termination.

11.5. Contractor’s Response must state its willingness to enter into the form Agreement or

Contractor shall identify and include any proposed revisions they have for the form Agreement. Any proposed revisions made by the Contractor after the County Notice of Intent https://adamscountyco.gov/our-county/budget-finance/finance/purchasing/prevailing-wage-policy https://adamscountyco.gov/our-county/budget-finance/finance/purchasing/prevailing-wage-policy

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11.6. Incorrect Pricing/Invoicing. As part of any award resulting from this process, Contractor(s) will discount all transactions as agreed. In the event the County discovers, through its Agreement monitoring process or formal audit process, that material or services were priced/invoiced incorrectly, Contractor(s) agree to promptly refund all overpayments and to pay all reasonable audit expenses incurred as a result of the non-compliance.

11.7. The County may, during the term of the Agreement and any extensions, request additional work at other locations throughout Adams County by the successful Contractor.

12. PRE-BID CONFERENCE AND WALK-THROUGH IS MANDATORY:

12.1. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on July 28, 2026 at 10:00am MT. Located at the Adams County Government Center- Main Lobby, 4430 South Adams County, Brighton, CO 80601, to discuss the Specifications and Work Scope. A representative of the Contractor must attend this mandatory conference in order to qualify to respond to this Agreement

12.2. Contractor shall take all necessary precautions with going through secure facility, i.e. tools, camera, masks, etc.

13. METHOD OF AWARD - It is the intent of the County to award an Agreement to the Contractor who provides lowest responsive and responsible bid.

14. Questions which arise during the Bid preparation period regarding issues around this

Solicitation, purchasing and/or award should be directed, via e-mail, to Miyisha Wall, Contract Specialist III, Purchasing Division, Adams County, mwall@adamscountyco.gov. or via the Bidnet System. The Contractor submitting the question(s) shall be responsible for ensuring the question(s) is received by the County by the date listed above in the schedule of activities for submitting the question(s) regardless of the method of delivery.

15. Any official interpretation of this IFB must be made by an agent of the County’s Purchasing Division who is authorized to act on behalf of the County. The County shall not be responsible for interpretations offered by employees of the County who are not agents of the County’s Purchasing Division.

16. COOPERATIVE PURCHASING: Adams County encourages cooperative purchasing in an effort to assist other agencies to reduce their cost of bidding and to make better use of taxpayer dollars through volume purchasing. Contractor(s) may, at their discretion, agree to extend the prices and/or terms of the resulting award to other state or local government agencies, school districts, or political subdivisions in the event they would have a need for the same product/service.

Usage by any entity shall not have a negative impact on Adams County in the current term or in any future terms.

17. The Contractor(s) must deal directly with any governmental agency concerning the placement of purchase orders/agreements, freight/delivery charges, Contractual disputes, invoices, and

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18. BUDGET: Budget will not be disclosed.

19. DEBARMENT: By submitting this bid, the Contractor warrants and certifies they are eligible to submit a bid because their company and/or subcontractor(s) is/are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in a transaction by any Federal, State, or local department or agency.

20. APPLICABILITY: These General Terms and Conditions apply, but are not limited, to all bids, proposals, qualifications and quotations (hereinafter referred to as “Bid” or “Response”) made to Adams County (hereinafter referred to as "County") by all prospective Contractors, bidders, firms, companies, publishers, consultants, or suppliers (herein after referred to as “Contractor” or "Contractors") in response, but not limited, to all Invitations to Bid, Requests for Proposals, Requests for Qualifications, and Requests for Quotations (hereinafter referred to as “Solicitation” or “Solicitations”).

21. CONTENTS OF BIDS

21.1. GENERAL CONDITIONS: Contractors are required to submit their Bids in accordance with the following expressed conditions:

21.1.1. Contractors shall make all investigations necessary to thoroughly inform themselves regarding the plant and facilities affected by the delivery of materials and equipment as required by the conditions of the Solicitation. No plea of ignorance by the Contractor of conditions that exist or that may hereafter exist will be accepted as the basis for varying the requirements of the County or the compensation to the Contractor.

21.1.2. Contractors are advised that all County Solicitations and Agreements are subject to all requirements contained in the County’s Purchasing Division’s Policies and state and federal statutes. When conflicts occur, the highest authority will prevail.

21.1.3. Federally funded projects (in whole or in part) shall be handled within the laws, rules, and regulations as promulgated by the United States Government, which includes Public Law http://uscode.house.gov; Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) codification of the general and permanent rules and regulations https://www.ecfr.gov, but is not limited to: Title 2: Grants and Agreements: Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards Subpart F Appendix II and Uniform Grant Guidance as amended.

21.1.4. Contractors are required to state exactly what they intend to furnish to the County in their Bid and must indicate any variances to the terms, conditions, and specifications of this Solicitation no matter how slight. If variations are not stated in a Contractor’s Bid, it shall be construed that the Contractor’s Bid fully complies with all conditions identified in this Solicitation.

22. The County intends and expects that the Contracting processes of the County and its

Contractors provide equal opportunity without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, age or http://uscode.house.gov/ https://www.ecfr.gov/

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23. All documentation submitted in response to this solicitation will become the property of Adams

County. All documentation maintained or kept by Adams County shall be subject to the Colorado Open Records Act. C.R.S. 24-72-201 et. seq. (“CORA”). Accordingly, respondents are discouraged from providing information that they consider confidential, privileged, and/or trade secrets as part of a response to this solicitation. Any portions of submissions that are reasonably considered confidential should be clearly marked. The County does not guarantee the confidentiality of any records.

Careful consideration should be given before submitting confidential information to the County.

The Colorado Open Records Act permits public scrutiny of most materials collected in this Solicitation process. Information that is reasonably considered proprietary should be clearly marked as confidential.

24. CLARIFICATION AND MODIFICATIONS IN TERMS AND CONDITIONS

24.1. Where there appears to be variances or conflicts between the General Terms and Conditions, any Special Terms and Conditions and the Scope of Work/Specifications outlined in this Solicitation, the Scope of Work/ Specifications, and then the Special Terms and Conditions, will prevail.

24.1.1. If any Contractor contemplating submitting a Bid under this Solicitation is in doubt as to the true meaning of the Specifications or any other portion of the Solicitation, the Contractor must submit a written request via email for clarification to the Point of Contact listed on the first page of this Solicitation. The Contractor submitting the request shall be responsible for ensuring that the request is received by the County prior to the deadline for submitting questions.

24.1.2. The County shall issue a written addendum if substantial changes which impact the technical submission of Bids are required. A copy of such addenda will be available at the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (BIDNET) website. In the event of conflict with the original Solicitation documents, addenda shall supersede to the extent specified. Subsequent addenda shall supersede prior addenda only to the extent specified.

24.1.3. ADDENDA: CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING AND

ACKNOWLEDGING ALL SUBSEQUENT ADDENDA VIA THE ROCKY

MOUNTAIN E-PURCHASING SYSTEM (BIDNET). FAILURE TO SUBMIT ANY

AND ALL SUBSEQUENT ADDENDUM/ADDENDA MAY DEEM THE

CONTRACTOR NON-RESPONSIVE. EACH AND EVERY ADDENDUM TO BE

SEPARATELY ACKNOWLEDGED.

24.2. PRICES CONTAINED IN SUBMITTAL – DISCOUNTS, TAXES

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24.2.1. Contractor agrees to hold submitted prices up to 120 days after bid due date.

24.2.2. Contractors may offer a cash discount for prompt payment. Discounts will be considered in determining the lowest net cost for the evaluation of Bids; discounts for periods of less than twenty days, however, will not be considered in making an award. If no prompt payment discount is being offered, the Contractor shall enter a zero (0) for the percentage discount to indicate net thirty days. If the Contractor does not enter a percentage discount, it is hereby understood and agreed that the payment terms shall be net thirty days, effective on the date that the County receives an accurate invoice or accepts the products, whichever is the later date. Payment is deemed to be made on the date of the mailing of the check.

24.2.3. Contractors shall not include federal, state, or local excise or sales taxes in prices offered, as the County is exempt from payment of such taxes.

24.2.3.1. Federal Identification Number: 84-6000732

24.2.3.2. State of Colorado Tax Exempt Number: 98-03569

25. SIGNING BID

25.1. Contractor, by affixing its signature to this Solicitation, certifies that its Bid is made without previous understanding, agreement, or connection either with any persons, firms or corporations making a Bid for the same items, or with the County. The Contractor also certifies that its Bid is in all respects fair, without outside control, collusion, fraud, or otherwise illegal action. To insure integrity of the County’s public procurement process, all Contractors are hereby placed on notice that any and all Contractors who falsify the certifications required in conjunction with this section will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

26. PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF BID

26.1. PREPARATION

26.1.1. The Bid must be typed or legibly printed in ink. The use of erasable ink is not permitted. All corrections made by the Contractor must be initialed by the authorized agent of the Contractor.

26.1.2. Bids must contain a manual signature of an authorized agent of the Contractor in the space provided on the Contractor’s Statement page. The Contractor’s Statement page of this Solicitation must be included in Bid response. If the Contractor’s authorized agent fails to sign and return the Contractor’s Statement of the Solicitation, its Bid may be invalid and may not be considered.

26.1.3. The County logo is trademarked and property solely of the County. Contractors do not have permission to use the County’s logo on any documentation or presentation materials and to do so would be a violation of the County’s trademark.

26.1.4. Bids shall be provided by the Contractor on the Pricing Form. Prices that are not in accordance with the measurements and descriptions requested may be

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26.1.5. Alternate Bids will not be considered unless expressly permitted in the

Specifications/Scope of Work.

26.1.6. The accuracy of the Bid is the sole responsibility of the Contractor. No changes in the Bid shall be allowed after the date and time that submission of the Bid is due.

26.2. SUBMISSION

26.2.1. The Bid shall be submitted electronically via the Bidnet Direct System. The

County’s Pricing Form, which is attached to this Solicitation, must be used when the Contractor is submitting its Bid response. The Contractor shall not alter this form (e.g. add or modify categories for posting prices offered) unless expressly permitted in the Solicitation or in an addendum duly issued by the County. Only Bids received by the Purchasing Division of the Finance Department will be accepted; Bids submitted telephone, email, mail at this time or facsimile machines are not acceptable.

26.2.2. Failure to provide any requested information may result in the rejection of the Bid as non-responsive.

26.2.3. Bid must be submitted in the format supplied and/or described by the County.

Failure to submit in the format provided may be cause for rejection of the proposal.

Bids must be furnished exclusive of taxes.

26.2.4. Contractor is responsible for ensuring their Bid is received by the Purchasing

Division prior to the deadline outlined in the solicitation regardless of the method of delivery.

26.2.5. Contractors, which qualify their Bid by requiring alternate Contractual terms and conditions as a stipulation for Agreement award must include such, alternate terms and conditions in their Response. The County reserves the right to declare a Contractor’s Bid as non-responsive if any of these alternate terms and conditions is in conflict with the County’s terms and conditions, or if they are not in the best interests of the County.

27. LATE BIDS

27.1. Bids received after the date and time set for the opening shall be considered non-responsive.

27.2. Allow ample time to upload your bid. The County assumes no responsibility for any IT related issues that occur.

27.3. The County assumes no responsibility for a Bid being either opened early or improperly routed if not submitted into the Bidnet System properly.

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27.4. In the event of a situation severe enough to cause the Adams County Board of Commissioners to close the County offices for any reason, the Purchasing Manager has the prerogative of rescheduling the Bid opening time and date. No Bid will be considered above all other Bids by having met the Bid opening time and date requirements to the exclusion of those who were unable to present their Bid due to a situation severe enough to cause the Board of County Commissioners to close the County offices.

28. MODIFICATIONS/WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS

28.1. MODIFICATIONS TO BIDS. Bids may only be modified in the form of a written notice on Contractor letterhead and must be received prior to the time and date set for the Proposals to be opened. Each modification submitted to the County’s Purchasing Division must have the Contractor’s name and return address and the applicable Solicitation number and title clearly marked on the face of the sealed envelope. If more than one modification is submitted, the modification bearing the latest date of receipt by the County’s Purchasing Division will be considered the valid modification.

28.2. WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS

28.2.1. Bids may be withdrawn in the form of a written notice on Contractor letterhead and must be received prior to the time and date set for the opening of Bids. Any withdrawal of a Bid submitted to Adams County Purchase Division must have the Contractor’s name, return address, and the applicable Solicitation number and title clearly marked on the face of the envelope and on the withdrawal letter.

28.2.2. Bids may not be withdrawn after the time and date set for the opening for a period of ninety calendar days. If a Bid is withdrawn by the Contractor during this ninety-day period, the County may, at its option, suspend the Contractor and may not accept any Bid from the Contractor for a six-month period following the withdrawal.

29. REJECTION OF BIDS

29.1. REJECTION OF BIDS. The County may, at its sole and absolute discretion:

29.1.1. Reject any and all, or parts of any or all, Bids submitted by prospective Contractors;

29.1.2. Re-advertise this Solicitation;

29.1.3. Postpone or cancel the process;

29.1.4. Waive any irregularities in the Bids received in conjunction with this Solicitation;

and/or

29.2. REJECTION OF A PARTICULAR BID. In addition to any reason identified above, the County may reject a Bid under any of the following conditions:

29.2.1. The Contractor misstates or conceals any material fact in its Bid Response;

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29.2.2. The Contractor’s Bid does not strictly conform to the law or the requirements of the Solicitation;

29.2.3. The Bid expressly requires or implies a conditional award that conflicts with the method of award stipulated in the Solicitation;

29.2.4. The Bid does not include documents, including, but not limited to, certificates, licenses, and/or samples, which are required for submission with the Bid in accordance with the Solicitation; and/or

29.2.5. The Bid has not been executed by the Contractor through an authorized signature on the Contractor’s Statement.

29.3. The County reserves the right to waive any irregularities or informalities, and the right to accept or reject any and all bids.

30. ELIMINATION FROM CONSIDERATION

30.1. A Bid may not be accepted from, nor any Agreement be awarded to, any person or firm which is in arrears to the County upon any debt or Agreement or which is a defaulter as surety or otherwise upon any obligation to the County.

30.2. A Bid may not be accepted from, nor any Agreement awarded to, any person or firm who has failed to perform faithfully any previous Agreement with the County or other governmental entity, for a minimum period of three years after the previous Agreement was terminated for cause.

30.3. Any communications in regards to this Solicitation must go through the Adams County

Purchasing Division only. Any contact with other County personnel or County Contractors may be cause for disqualification.

30.4. No damages shall be recoverable by any challenger as a result of the determinations listed in this Section or decisions by the County.

30.5. The Board of County Commissioners may rescind the award of any Bid within one week thereof or at its next regularly scheduled meeting; whichever is later, when the public interest will be served thereby.

31. QUALIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTOR: The County may make such investigations as deemed necessary to determine the ability of the Contractor to perform work, and the Contractor shall furnish all information and data for this purpose as the County requests. Such information includes, but is not limited to: current/maximum bonding capabilities, current licensing information, audited financial statements, history of the firm on assessments of liquidated damages, Agreements cancelled prior to completion and/or lawsuits and/or pending lawsuits against the firm and/or its principals. The County reserves the right to reject any Bid if the evidence submitted by, or investigation of, such Contractor fails to satisfy the County that such Contractor is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the Agreement and to complete the work contemplated therein. Conditional Bids will not be accepted.

32. AWARD OF SOLICITATION. The County may award this Solicitation to the successful Contractor through the issuance of a Notice of Intent to Award. All Contractors that participated

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INVITATION FOR BID #2026.257

SPECIFICATIONS/SCOPE OF WORK

1. Project Overview

The purpose of this project is to remove the existing damaged pond liner and install a new liner to restore the pond’s ability to retain water and function properly. Work includes draining the pond, removal and disposal of the existing liner, preparation of the pond base, installation of a new liner, and restoration of surrounding materials.

2. Scope of Services

The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to complete the following tasks:

2.1 Dust Control

The contractor shall implement dust control measures throughout the duration of the project to minimize airborne dust and protect surrounding area. Dust control methods may include but are limited to:

• Applying water to exposed soil and work area as needed.

• Limiting soil disturbance and active work areas only.

• Covering or properly staging stockpiled materials.

• Maintaining clean work surfaces and access routes.

Dust control shall comply with all applicable local and environmental regulations.

2.1 Site Preparation

• Inspect pond and identify areas of liner damage.

• Drain the pond completely using pumps or appropriate drainage methods.

• Temporarily relocate any fish, aquatic plants, or wildlife if applicable.

• Remove rocks, debris, and landscaping materials necessary to access the liner.

2.2 Removal of Existing Liner

• Carefully remove the damaged pond liner.

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• If a natural spring is present under existing liner, water mitigation will be required. Mitigation will be performed according to recommendations from Adams County Engineering department, project manager or other qualified representative of Adams County

• Inspect subgrade for sharp objects, roots, or structural damage.

• Dispose of the removed liner and debris in accordance with local regulations.

2.3 Pond Base Preparation

• Grade to design ensuring proper slopes and grade to prevent embankment failure.

• Compact soil to 90% or higher dry density.

• Subgrade shall be protected from desiccation cracks larger than ½”, freezing and flooding.

• Remove rocks, roots, and sharp materials that may puncture the new liner.

• Install protective underlayment (geotextile fabric or sand layer) where required

• Clean wet well.

2.4 Installation of New Pond Liner

• Supply and install a new pond liner sized appropriately for the pond dimensions.

• Liner must be free from damage, deformities and unstable welds.

• Ensure proper positioning and contouring of the liner along the pond bottom and sides.

• Secure liner edges around the pond perimeter in a trench using liner manufacture approved mechanical attachments as needed.

• Seal around all pipes and boots.

• Install protective underlayment above and/or below the liner as needed.

• Replace 2” poly pipe (for the lake strainer) to 6’ past the liner edge

2.5 Restoration of Pond surrounding area

• Seed area with Sheep Fescue and Blue Grama mix (or any other low maintenance options approved by AC Supervisor).

• No tree or shrub replacement are necessary.

• Restore type L rip rap where Burlington ditch enters the pond

2.6 Pond Refill and Testing

• Refill pond with water.

• Test for leaks and the integrity of all seams / weld and placement of liner before final fill.

• Make minor adjustments to liner placement if necessary.

• Complete filling of pond.

3. Materials

Materials to be supplied may include, but are not limited to:

• Protective underlayment fabric 8oz Nonwoven Geotextile

• Geocomposite Vent Strips

• Top of slope liner vents

• 2) pipe boots

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• Replacement pond liner Dura SkrimN30B liner (or equivalent upon AC Supervisor approval)

• Gravel or sand base material

• Replacement rocks or edging materials (if required)

4. Equipment

Typical equipment may include:

• Water pumps for draining

• Excavation and grading tools

• Lifting equipment for rocks and landscaping materials

• Utility knives and liner installation tools

5. Deliverables

• Complete removal of damaged liner

• Proper installation of new pond liner

• Fully refilled and operational pond

• Site restored to functional condition

6. Project Timeline

Estimated project duration: [Insert number] days, depending on pond size, weather conditions, and site accessibility.

7. Exclusions

Unless otherwise stated, this scope does not include:

• Major excavation or structural pond redesign

• Replacement of pumps or filtration systems

• Electrical work

• Extensive landscaping beyond restoration of disturbed areas

8. Acceptance

Completion of work will be confirmed upon inspection by the client and contractor to verify that the pond is watertight and functioning properly.

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II. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

Failure to provide required information may deem your submittal non-responsive.

• List items which must be included in submittal in order to be accepted and reviewed:

• Manufacture warranty guaranteeing the liner against UV degradation and defects for

EDM

• Certificate of Corporation or Limited Liability Partnerships registered with the State of Colorado or other formal documentation meeting the requirement of years in business

• SDS that the liner is non-toxic and fish safe

• Thermal welding - Contractor holds thermoplastic welding certification.

III. RESPONSE FORMAT

Failure to respond in the required format may deem your submittal non-responsive.

Failure to provide required information may deem your submittal non-responsive.

SUBMISSION OF BIDS: must be received at the time and place specified in this

Solicitation. Submittals should be prepared simply and economically providing a straightforward, concise description of the Contractor’s ability to perform the requirements of this solicitation.

Failure to submit the required number of copies may deem the Contractor non-responsive.

Electronic copy shall be an EXACT reproduction of the original documents provided. All sections shall be combined into a single PDF electronic document.

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PRICING FORM

COMPANY NAME: __________________________________________________

PRICING FORM

No. Tasks Description Estimated Total Task Hours

Total Tasks Cost

1 Project Management and Coordination $

2 Weekly owners Meetings $

3 Environmental Services

a) Phase I Environmental Site Assessment $

4 Geology and Soil Investigation Report /Pavement Design $

5 Survey $

6 Land Surveying Services $

7 Utility Coordination and Utility Plans $

8 Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering $

9 Sustainability and Innovation

Engineering Design Service Fees:

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Sub-Total Design Fees $

10 Minor Contract Revision $10,000.00

11 Overall Total Task Design Project Amount $

If tasks are identified in Scope of Work, but not listed in the table, the costs will be considered incidental to the project.

Description Fee

Post-Design Services $

Estimated budget for Post-Design Services:

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INVITATION FOR BID #2020.XXX

SUBMISSION CHECK LIST

SUBMISSION: It is imperative you address your submittal envelope as noted in the Bid Instructions.

Does your Bid comply with all the terms and conditions YES NO of this Solicitation? If no, indicate exceptions.

Does your Bid provide proposed revisions to the attached YES NO Sample Agreement and identified on the Term of Acceptance Form?

Does your Bidmeet or exceed all specifications, including YES NO minimum service requirements? If no, indicate exceptions.

Requirements met and response included? YES NO

Is your W-9 included? YES NO

May other governmental entity avail itself of this Agreement and YES NO purchase any and all items specified?

Have all the addendums been acknowledged and enclosed? YES NO

Has a duly authorized agent of the contractor signed the YES NO Contractor’s Statement?

Has your firm or your sub-contractors ever received a YES NO Notice to Cure, Reprimand Letter, Cancel Agreement Notice, or Cancel Purchase Order Notice from Adams County?

If so, please explain.

Manufacture warranty guaranteeing the liner against UV degradation and defects for EDM YES NO

Technical Data Sheet liner thickness , puncture resistance, and hydrostatic pressure limits YES NO

SDS that the liner is non-toxic and fish safe YES NO

Thermal welding - Contractor holds thermoplastic welding certification. YES NO

Please Enter the contact information of the officer signing the Agreement:

Printed Name

Title

Phone Number

Email Address

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STATEMENT OF NO BID

COMPLETION OF THIS FORM IS OPTIONAL

Adams County values your input. If you are unable to participate, will you spend a few minutes to complete this form and return with your NO BID response.

Please send to: Adams County Email to: mwall@adamscountyco.gov

Attn: Miyisha Wall, Contract Specialist

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4430 South Adams County Parkway Brighton, CO 80601

Specifications too “strict” (i.e. geared toward one brand or manufacturer only). Please explain.

Use additional page, if needed.

Specifications are unclear. Please explain.

☐ We are unable to meet specifications.

☐ Insufficient time to respond to the solicitation.

☐ Our schedule would not permit us to perform within the required time.

☐ We are unable to meet insurance and/or bonding requirements.

☐ We do not offer/supply this product or service.

Further Remarks/Comments:

PRINT OR TYPE YOUR INFORMATION

Contractor Name Fax

Address: City/State Zip Code

Contact Person

Title Phone

Printed Name Title Date

Address City/State Zip Code

Email Address

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CONTRACTOR’S STATEMENT

Pursuant to 2 C.F.R. Part 200 Subpart C 200.213, Contractor certifies that they are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any Federal department or agency, and has read and fully understand all the conditions herein set forth in the foregoing paragraphs, and by my signature set forth hereunder, I hereby agree to comply with all said conditions as stated or implied. In consideration of the above statement, the following Bid is hereby submitted.

If any of the documents listed on the cover page are missing from this package, contact Adams County Purchasing. If you require additional information, call the Purchasing Division contact person.

The undersigned hereby affirms that (1) he/she is a duly authorized agent of the Contractor, (2) he/she has read all terms and conditions and technical specifications which were made available in conjunction with this solicitation and fully understands and accepts them unless specific variations have been expressly listed in his/her Bid, (3) the Bid is being submitted on behalf of the Contractor in accordance with any terms and conditions set forth in this Solicitation, and (4) the Contractor will accept any awards made to it as a result of the Bid submitted herein for a minimum of 120 calendar days following the date of submission.

WE, THE UNDERSIGNED, HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF

Addenda (list all): ___________________________________________________________

Contractor Name Date

Signature Printed Name

Title

Address

City, State, Zip Code County

Telephone Fax

Email

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INVITATION FOR BID

REFERENCE FORM

Contractors shall furnish the names, addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of three (3) firms or government organizations for which the Contractor has provided similar projects:

Company Name

Reference Name

Reference Email Address

Telephone Number

Project Name

Value

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APPENDIX A

SAMPLE AGREEMENT

The Sample Agreement is included in this solicitation for informational and reference purposes only.