Hauling_Services_for_Operations_Construction.pdf

PURCHASING DEPARTMENT

800 East Northside Drive Fort Worth, Texas 76102

HAULING SERVICES FOR OPERATIONS CONSTRUCTION

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

26-169

SUBMITTALS DUE NO LATER THAN: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026

RESPONSES MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO:

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. Instructions to Offerors

3. Scope of Work

4. Evaluation Criteria

5. Pricing Proposal

6. Vendor Submittal

Request For Proposal #26-169 3 Title: Hauling Services for Operations Construction

1.1. 1.INTRODUCTION

1.1.1. 1.1.Summary

This solicitation is to provide transportation services of maintenance materials to and from multiple locations as needed for the Tarrant Regional Water District. Most hauling will be done within Tarrant County, but on occasion, services may be needed at another location, which will be specified to the vendor in advance.

1.1.2. 1.2.Contact Information

Natalya Saucedo

Purchasing Clerk

Email: natalya.saucedo@trwd.com

Phone: (817) 372-2430

Department:

Operations- Floodway

1.1.3. 1.3.Timeline

Release Project Date September 8, 2026

Question Submission Deadline September 22, 2026, 5:00pm

Proposal Submission Deadline September 24, 2026, 2:00pm https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/24819488

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Contractor Selection Date October 15, 2026

1.2. 2.INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1.2.1. 2.1.OFFICIAL PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS

Official Documents are available through the procurement portal at the following website:

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

Prospective offerors must register with the Procurement Website as a plan holder, even if bidding documents are obtained from a plan room or other site. All official notifications, addenda and other documents will be offered only through the Procurement Website mailto:natalya.saucedo@trwd.com tel:(817)372-2430 https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/24819488901709?p=eAlhBBXnqtgVku4W0r https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/24819488901709?p=eAlhBBXnqtgVku4W0r

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Proposal forms obtained from any source other than the District may be incomplete and bidders risk not receiving necessary addenda, or other required documents causing the bid to be considered non-responsive, and eliminating the proposal from award. The District will not be responsible for the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of the final bid documents obtained from other sources.

1.2.2. 2.2.INTERPRETATION OF THE PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS

1. Questions are to be submitted using the Question and Answer process through the

Procurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/trwd. Response to questions posted on the Procurement Portal will be posted in the portal by the District for the benefit of all bidders. Questions are to be submitted by 5:00 pm on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

2. Review the following guidelines for asking questions on the Procurement Website before posting questions:

1. Read the previously posted questions before posting a similar question to avoid duplication

2. Post only one question per entry. Multiple part questions cannot be answered until all responses have been prepared. A response to multiple part questions will be to request bidder to resubmit questions individually

3. Provide adequate information to allow a response to be made. i.e. reference specific sections, provide a brief background to set the stage for your question, etc.

4. Do not use this as a forum to request approval of an alternate product. Follow the provision of the bidding documents for this process

5. Ask questions early. The deadline for questions will not be extended unless the date for receipt of bids is extended. No response will be made to questions asked after the deadline

6. Responses to questions are not part of the Contract Documents and cannot modify the Contract Documents. An addendum must be issued to clarify, correct or change the Contract Documents, addenda or the related supplemental data

1.2.3. 2.3.PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING

This section does not apply to this project.

1.2.4. 2.4.RESTRICTION OF COMMUNICATION

All communications relating to this proposal are required to go through the process addressed in

Section 2.3 – Interpretation of the Proposal Documents. Any and all other communications between an Offeror and District staff concerning any part of this proposal are strictly prohibited.

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Failure to comply with this requirement may result in the District disqualifying the Offeror’s submittal.

1.2.5. 2.5.NON-COLLUSION

By submitting a proposal, Offeror certifies that it has not been a party to any collusion among

Offerors in the restraint of freedom of competition by agreement to submit a proposal at a fixed price or to refrain from offering a proposal. Offeror certifies that it has not been a party to any collusion among any officials or employees of the District as to quantity, quality, or price in the prospective contract, or any other terms of the prospective contract.

1.2.6. 2.6.CODE OF ETHICS

1. It is the policy of the District that the following ethical principles govern the conduct of

District employees assigned to the Purchasing Department who are involved directly or indirectly, in the District’s procurement process:

1. Employees shall avoid activities that compromise or give the perception of compromising the best interests of the District.

2. Employees shall not knowingly use confidential proprietary information for actual or anticipated gain. Employees shall keep the proprietary information of Offerors confidential.

3. Employees shall avoid any activity that creates a conflict between their personal interest and the interest of the District.

4. Employees shall avoid the appearance of unethical or compromising practices in relationships, actions, and communications associated with District procurement.

5. Employees shall not solicit or accept money, loans, gifts, favors, or anything of value, from present or potential vendors that might influence or give the perception of influencing a purchasing decision.

2. Conflict exists in any relationship where the District’s best interest may differ from the employee’s best interest or the best interest of someone associated with the employee.

If conflict of interest exists, the employee shall notify the Purchasing Manager in writing and remove him/herself from the District’s procurement process.

1.2.7. 2.7.ADDENDA

1. Any changes made will be made in the form of written addenda and posted to the

Procurement Website. It is the Offeror’s responsibility to obtain and review any addenda. Offeror must provide a signature as indicated in the proposal form to show acknowledgement of receipt of addenda.

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2. Oral answers will not be authoritative and the District will not entertain any protest based on verbal instruction.

1.2.8. 2.8.PROPOSAL TO REMAIN SUBJECT TO ACCEPTANCE

All proposals will remain subject to acceptance for Ninety (90) days calendar days after the proposal opening, but the District may, at its sole discretion, release any proposal and return the proposal security prior to the end of this period.

1.2.9. 2.9.LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

This section does not apply to this project.

1.2.10. 2.10.EXAMINATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

1. Use a complete set of the Contract Documents in preparing proposals. Offeror assumes sole responsibility for errors or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets of Contract Documents.

2. Before submitting a proposal:

1. Examine and carefully study the Contract Documents, including any addenda and related supplemental data.

2. Become familiar with laws and regulations that may affect cost, progress or the completion of this project.

3. Promptly notify the District of all conflicts, errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies that the Offeror discovers in the Contract Documents, addenda and the related supplemental data.

4. Determine that the Contract Documents, addenda and the related supplemental data are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for completion of the project.

1.2.11. 2.11.BRAND NAME OR EQUAL

The material furnished under this Request for Proposal specifications shall be quality workmanship and material. The Offeror represents that all material offered under these specifications shall be new. Used, shopworn, demonstrator, prototype or discontinued models are not accepted. Any reference to model and/or make/manufacturer used in the proposal specifications is descriptive, not restrictive and is indicative of the type and quality the District desires to purchase. Materials found defective or not meeting specifications shall be picked up and replaced by the successful Offeror at no expense to the District.

1.2.12. 2.12.WAGE RATES

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This project does not fall under the federal Davis Bacon Act. However, Bidder must comply with all statutes, including but not limited to Texas Government Code 2258.022, and rulings of the

State of Texas Comptroller.

1.2.13. 2.13.PUBLIC INFORMATION ACT

Information, documentation, and other material in connection with this solicitation or any resulting contract may be subject to public disclosure pursuant to Chapter 552 of the Texas

Government Code (The "Public Information Act").

1.2.14. 2.14.PROPRIETARY INFORMATION

If a bidder does not desire proprietary information in the bid to be disclosed, each page must be identified and marked proprietary at time of submittal. The District will, to the extent allowed by law, protect such information from disclosure. The final decision as to what information must be disclosed, however, lies with the Texas Attorney General. Failure to identify proprietary information will result in all unmarked sections being deemed non-proprietary and available upon public request.

1.2.15. 2.15.PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Offerors are required to submit one (1) original proposal in PDF format.

2. All proposals shall be bound and organized in the following manner:

1. Cover Letter – Include a cover letter signed by a duly constituted official legally authorized to bind the applicant to both its proposal and cost schedule

2. Price - Submit hourly rates for hauling per location for the project (these are estimated quantities)

3. Experience and Qualifications- Provide a brief history of company experience.

Include a qualified point of contact with a minimum of two years’ experience within the last five years in freight transportation services.

4. References - Submit References Form in legible form to satisfy this requirement.

Provide 3 references that best illustrate the ability to offer the services required for this Project.

5. Forms – Complete and submit the following provided forms

1. References Form

2. Supplier/Subcontractor Utilization Form

3. Non-Collusion Affidavit

4. Conflict of Interest Questionnaire

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5. Compliance to State Law on Non-Resident Bidders

6. Compliance to Texas Sales Tax Code

7. Form 1295

3. Proposal shall be submitted through the Procurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/trwd

4. Proposal submitted electronically via the above website will be received by the due date and time. It is the sole responsibility of the Offeror to ensure the timely delivery of the proposal

1.2.16. 2.16.MODIFICATION, WITHDRAWAL OR NO BID

1. The Offeror may modify or withdraw a proposal using a document executed in the same manner that a proposal must be executed, no later than the proposal due date and time.

2. The Offeror may withdraw its proposal through the procurement portal no later than the proposal due date and time.

3. If the Offeror chooses not to provide an offer on the project, the District would appreciate the Offeror submitting a “no bid” through the procurement portal.

1.2.17. 2.17.PROPOSAL OPENING

Only the name of the submitting Offerors will be read aloud and monetary values will not be disclosed.

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1.2.18. 2.18.EVALUATION OF PROPOSAL AND AWARD OF CONTRACT

a. All properly submitted proposals will be reviewed, evaluated and ranked by an evaluation committee established by the District.

b. Best and Final Offers - The evaluation committee will determine if Best and Final Offers are necessary but award of contract may be made without best and final offers. A request for a best and final offer is at the sole discretion of the District and will be extended in writing to each qualified Offeror.

c. The District shall award a contract to the Offeror whose proposal is considered to provide the best value to the District based on the following weighted criteria:Criteria Weighted ValuePrice50%Experience and Qualifications30%References20%

d. The District reserves the right to reject the proposal of any Offeror which does not meet the above criteria and/or the other terms and conditions expressed herein to the https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/24819488901709?p=eAlhBBXnqtgVku4W0r

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District’s satisfaction. The District also reserves the right to waive all formalities and technicalities to adopt the most advantageous construction of the contract documents or any applicable statute or code. Offeror may be disqualified and their proposal not considered, among other reasons, for any of the following specific reasons:

i. Reason for believing collusion exists between offeror and other offerors

ii. Reasonable grounds for believing that any offeror has a financial interest in more than one proposal for the work contemplated

iii. The offeror being a party to or having a financial interest in any litigation against the

District

iv. The offeror being in arrears on any existing contract or having defaulted on a previous contract

v. Lack of ability to perform the contract, if awarded to offeror, as reflected by offeror’s financial statement, experience and equipment, references prior work history, or answer to questionnaires

vi. Uncompleted work, which in the sole judgment of the District, will prevent or hinder the prompt completion of additional work, if the contract is awarded to offeror.

e. The District may conduct investigations as it deems necessary to establish the responsibility, qualifications and financial ability of the Offeror, proposed subcontractors and other persons and organizations to do the work in accordance with the specifications to the District’s satisfaction.

f. Discrepancies between the multiplication of units of work in a proposal and unit price will be resolved in favor of the unit prices. Discrepancies between the indicated sum of any column of figures in a proposal and the correct sum thereof will be resolved in favor of the correct sum. If units of work are not required on the proposal form and only a lump sum price is required the discrepancies between words and figures will be resolved in favor of the words.

g. Recommendation of award will be given to the Offeror that submits the highest evaluated proposal considered to offer the best value to the District.

h. Acceptance of a proposal will be in the form of a purchase order or a contract. The contents of this proposal shall become a part of this contract. The District will under no circumstances be responsible for goods or services provided without an acceptance signed by an authorized District representative.

1.2.19. 2.19.POST PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FROM SUCCESSFUL OFFEROR

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The following is required from the successful Offeror (also referred to herein as Vendor) prior to commencement of services:

1. INSURANCE CERTIFICATES: In accordance with Terms and Conditions.

2. BACKGROUND CHECKS: In accordance with Terms and Conditions.

3. CONTRACT: Provided as a reference in the Vendor Submittal section.

4. 1295 Form.

1.3. 3.SCOPE OF WORK

1.3.1. 3.1.Scope of Work

Description: This solicitation is to provide transportation services of maintenance materials to and from multiple locations as needed for the Tarrant Regional Water District. Most hauling will be done within Tarrant County, but on occasion, services may be needed at another location, which will be specified to the vendor in advance.

Definition of Terms and Acronyms:

• TRWD – Tarrant Regional Water District

• CDL – Commercial Driver License

• CGWR – Combined Gross Weight Rating

• POC – Point of Contact

Applicable Laws and Standards:

• The vendor shall provide the specified service requirements in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, standards and regulations, including but not limited to:

o Texas Motor Vehicle and Traffic Laws o When on TRWD property, drivers are to yield to pedestrians and drive at a slow rate of speed (less than 10 MPH) to avoid creating large amounts of dust.

Respondent Qualifications:

• Be a company engaged in the business of providing material transportation services for a minimum of two years within the last five years. Recent start-up businesses do not meet the requirements of this solicitation.

Request For Proposal #26-169 11 o NOTE: A start-up business is defined as a new company that has no previous operational history or expertise. Two companies are affiliated if the two companies have a common parent company or if one is the parent or subsidiary of the other.

• Be in good financial standing and current in payment of all taxes and fees such as state franchise fees. TRWD may request a statement on company letterhead from the president, owner, or financial officer certifying that the company is in good financial standing and current in payment of all taxes and fees.

Respondent References: The respondent should submit a minimum of three references to substantiate the qualifications and experience requirements for similar services completed for two years within the last five years. References shall illustrate respondent’s ability to provide the services outline in the specification. References shall include name, point of contact, telephone number, and dates when services were performed. The response may be disqualified if TRWD is unable to verify qualification and experience requirements from the respondent’s references. The response may be disqualified if TRWD receives negative responses. TRWD will be the sole judge of references.

Respondent Personnel Qualifications: The respondent shall provide a point of contact with a minimum of two years’ experience within the last five years in freight transportation services.

Vendor Requirements:

• Provide all labor, materials and equipment necessary to meet requirements of the specified services throughout the term of the contract.

• Provide a POC with a telephone number for services and an emergency number that is answered 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

• Provide all equipment required to perform the services under the contract.

• Provide a minimum of two and a maximum number of trucks with drivers noted in the bid.

• Provide structurally sound, sufficiently powered trucks to transport the required loads legally on the state highway system;

o Maintain all vehicles used during the term of service according to the Texas

Department of Public Safety (DPS) standards for commercial vehicles.

o Keep the annual safety inspection and vehicle registration on the equipment current at all times during the term of service.

• Ensure drivers:

o Have a valid CDL as required by Texas law.

Request For Proposal #26-169 12 o Have a minimum one year experience in hauling materials within the last three years.

o Have a minimum one year experience in the correct handling, securing, and transportation of maintenance materials.

o Follow all traffic laws and go the posted speed limit at all times.

o Speak, read, write, and understand English.

o Safely move and lift items weighing up to 70 pounds.

o Have no driving under the influence (DUI) conviction or driving while intoxicated

(DWI) conviction on driving record within the past three years.

o Have no more than two moving violations on driving record within the past three years.

o Present and maintain a neat appearance at all times when providing service for

TRWD.

o Have in their possession a functioning, charged cell phone able to place and receive calls anywhere within the delivery area.

• Immediately remove any employee TRWD determines to be incompetent or whose conduct becomes detrimental to the performance of this service or to the safety of the traveling public.

• Notify TRWD in the event of vehicle downtime or mechanical breakdown and provide alternate arrangements to ensure scheduled deliveries are completed as agreed to by

TRWD and the vendor.

Respondent Personnel Requirements:

• The POC’s primary responsibility shall be the day-to-day operation of the service in accordance with the requirements of the contract.

• The POC shall be a permanent staff employee and shall serve as a constant primary point of contact for TRWD.

Service Requirements:

• Begin work on the agreed upon date at the award of the contract.

• Non-emergency call-out: Verbally respond to requests for non-emergency service within four hours and be on site to perform services within the time frame requested after

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• Emergency call-out: Verbally respond to requests for emergency services within one hour and be on site to perform services within one and a half hours after being contacted. The designated TRWD representative will notify the vendor if a call constitutes an emergency. The vendor shall contact the designated TRWD representative upon arrival at the job site. Services shall be performed on a 24 hour, seven day a week basis, including weekends and holidays if deemed necessary by the

TRWD representative.

• Transport only TRWD materials during scheduled services.

• Transport TRWD materials to designated locations according to the fastest legal route or specific route provided by TRWD and unload the material in the locations as directed by the TRWD POC or designee.

• Turn over all shipping documentation to on-site personnel and obtain signature for delivered materials.

• Ensure the truck, trailer, and load does not exceed the CGWR. All vehicles and loads shall meet federal, state of Texas, and local weights and measures laws.

• Supply tarp and all components necessary to tarp materials during transport.

• Not operate any TRWD equipment.

• Notify TRWD POC or designee when encountering any unforeseen delays, and upon completion of delivery run.

• Make all deliveries in the sequence determined by TRWD. Deviations shall be approved in advance by TRWD POC or designee.

• Reimburse TRWD for any materials lost or damaged in transit, including the cost of emergency shipment via another delivery method to replace lost material.

Vehicle Requirements: The vendor shall supply a tandem dump truck with a minimum of 10 cubic yard capacity. The truck shall be suitable for hauling the fully loaded dump bed without exceeding the vehicle’s CGWR or mechanical limitations.

Vendor Performance: Vendor performance will be monitored on a regular basis by TRWD.

• TRWD may consider the following performance by the vendor as unsatisfactory performance:

o Any occurrence of sending a driver without a valid CDL.

Request For Proposal #26-169 14 o Two occurrences within one year of not providing drivers with an operational and maintained cell phone with coverage in the delivery area.

o Any occurrence of not providing the driver’s cell phone numbers to the TRWD POC or designee.

o Any occurrence of failure to secure a load with tarp when transporting TRWD material.

o Any occurrence of failure to maintain all vehicles used during the term of service according to DPS standards for commercial vehicles.

o Two occurrences within one year of failure to pick up load at the designated location per instruction and complete deliveries by 5:30 PM local time the same day, unless otherwise instructed by the TRWD POC or designee.

o Any occurrence of operating TRWD equipment.

o Any occurrence of failure to advise TRWD of delivery delays.

o Two occurrences within one year of failure to provide copies of related shipping documents.

o Any occurrence of failure to make deliveries in the sequence determined by TRWD, unless otherwise instructed by the TRWD POC or designee. NOTE: Unsatisfactory performance may result in cancellation of the contract.

• An exceptional performance determination includes, but is not limited to:

o Vendor commended for exceptional customer service.

o Vendor commended for exceptional service provided.

Personnel Continuity and Replacement:

• TRWD recognizes that events beyond the control of the vendor such as death, physical or mental incapacity, long-term illness, or the voluntary termination of employment of the POC and drivers, will require the vendor to propose a replacement. In the event such a replacement is necessary, vendor agrees that personnel shall not begin work on the project without prior written approval from TRWD.

• If TRWD determines the POC or a driver is unable to perform in accordance with the service requirements or to communicate effectively, the vendor shall immediately remove that person and provide a replacement within 24 hours of notification. Proposed replacement personnel shall meet minimum qualifications and have experience comparable to the person(s) being replaced. Replacement personnel

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Vendor Personnel Safety: The vendor shall provide all required safety equipment and instruct personnel to observe all safety policies, rules and requirements at all times, including, but not limited to, wearing hard hats, safety shoes, goggles, etc.

Subcontracting:

• Subcontractors providing service under the contract shall meet the same service requirements and provide the same quality of service required of the vendor.

• No subcontract under the contract shall relieve the primary vendor of responsibility for the services.

• The vendor shall be the only contact for TRWD and subcontractor(s).

• The vendor shall manage all quality and performance, project management, and schedules for subcontractors. The vendor shall be held solely responsible and accountable for the completion of all work for which the vendor has subcontracted.

• TRWD retains the right to check subcontractor’s background and make a determination to approve or reject the use of submitted subcontractor(s). Any negative responses may result in disqualification of the subcontractor.

• TRWD reserves the right to request the removal of vendor’s subcontractor staff deemed unsatisfactory by TRWD.

• Subcontracting shall be at the vendor’s expense.

• During the term of the contract, if the vendor determines a need for a subcontractor change, TRWD shall be notified in writing by the vendor within 30 calendar days of any proposed change. The vendor shall be required to provide references and work history for any proposed subcontractor to TRWD. No change will be allowed without prior

TRWD approval.

TRWD Responsibilities:

• Provide pick-up and delivery locations

• Coordinate and schedule loads and notify vendor of required pick-up and delivery time(s)

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• Reserve the right to inspect vendor vehicles used in performance of the service and notify the vendor if a vehicle does not meet the requirements noted in the specification.

• Monitor compliance and performance, advise vendor of substandard performance, and work with vendor to resolve performance issues.

1.4. 4.EVALUATION CRITERIA

No. Evaluation Criteria Scoring Method Weight (Points)

1. Price

Submit hourly rates for hauling per location for the project (these are estimated quantities)

Points Based 50 (50% of Total)

2. Experience and Qualifications

Provide a brief history of company experience.

Include a qualified point of contact with a minimum of two years’ experience within the last five years in freight transportation services.

Points Based 30 (30% of Total)

3. References

Submit References Form in legible form to satisfy this requirement. Provide 3 references that best illustrate the ability to offer the services required for this Project.

Points Based 20 (20% of Total)

1.5. 6.PRICING PROPOSAL

Proposal must be submitted on this form as provided by the District and in accordance with the specifications by the estimated quantities listed below. Estimated quantities listed are based upon the best available data, and serve only as a guide and in no way represent an intended or guaranteed amount. The District reserves the right to purchase according to actual need and may or may not meet or exceed the estimated quantities shown. The District also reserves the right to award one vendor per line item or all items to one vendor or what it deems to be the most economical and the best value to the District.

These are estimated quantities based on annual budget

Line Item Description Quantity Unit of

Measure Unit Cost Total

1 LOWER WEST FORK SEDIMENT

REMOVAL

7,000 Hours

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2 LOWER WEST FORK HAULING 535 Hours

3 FARMER'S BRANCH HAULING 530 Hours

4 UPPER WEST FORK HAULING 400 Hours

5 CLEAR FORK HAULING 265 Hours

6 LEVEE RAISING BROOKSIDE HAULING 130 Hours

7 RIVERBEND HAULING 65 Hours

8 MARINE CREEK HAULING 65 Hours

TOTAL

1.6. 7.VENDOR SUBMITTAL

1.6.1. 1.Vendor confirms they have read and agreed to terms and conditions referenced below* Agreement and Terms and Conditions provided as a reference below. These will be used with the awarded vendor.

☐ Please confirm

*Response required

1.6.2. 2.Vendor confirms required insurance specified in the terms and conditions will be provided if awarded the project.* ☐ Please confirm

*Response required

1.6.3. 3.Proposal* Please include all items requested in Section 2.15

*Response required

1.6.4. 4.Supplier/Subcontractor Utilization Form* Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• Vendor_Utilization_Form.pdf

*Response required

1.6.5. 5.References Form* Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

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• REFERENCES_FORM.docx

*Response required

1.6.6. 6.Non-Collusion Affidavit* Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• Non-Collusion_Affidavit.pdf

*Response required

1.6.7. 7.Conflict of Interest Questionnaire* Complete the form, sign and date where indicate. We are required to have a completed copy of the CIQ form to be signed and dated even if there is(are) no conflict(s). Form is not considered complete unless signed and dated.

• Conflict_of_Interst_Questio...

*Response required

1.6.8. 8.Compliance To State Law On Nonresident Bidders* Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• COMPLIANCE_TO_STATE_LAW_ON_...

*Response required

1.6.9. 9.Compliance To Texas Sales Tax Code* Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

• COMPLIANCE_TO_TEXAS_SALES_T...

*Response required

1.6.10. 10.Form 1295 – Certificate of Interested Parties (if over $150,000) Complete form online at https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/1295/ using the following assigned identification number and description for this Project:

26-169

Hauling Services for Operations Construction

Upload completed form to include certificate number and signature.

***FYI – The “Affidavit” section has been replaced and is now the “Unsworn Declaration”. This

Section will require the date of birth and address of the authorized representative signing the form. The change in law applies to contracts entered into, renewed, or amended on or after

January 1, 2018.

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1.6.11. 11.Agreement- Term Contracts Provided as a reference only; this will be used with the awarded vendor.

• Term_Contract.pdf

• 26-69_TRWD_Standard_Terms_a...

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