Lawn Care Contract L6674 Kewanee B-34856.doc

STATE OF ILLINOIS

CONTRACT

Central Management Services Lawn Care L6674 Kewanee

24-416CMS-BOPM4-P-

The Parties to this contract are the State of Illinois acting through the undersigned Agency (collectively the State) and the Vendor. This contract, consisting of the signature page and numbered sections listed below and any attachments referenced in this contract, constitute the entire contract between the Parties concerning the subject matter of the contract, and in signing the contract, the Vendor affirms that the Certifications and Financial Disclosures and Conflicts of Interest attached hereto are true and accurate as of the date of the Vendor’s execution of the contract. This contract supersedes all prior proposals, contracts and understandings between the Parties concerning the subject matter of the contract. This contract can be signed in multiple counterparts upon agreement of the Parties.

Contract includes BidBuy Purchase Order? (The Agency answers this question prior to contract filing.)

☐ Yes

FORMCHECKBOX

No

Contract uses Illinois Procurement Gateway Certifications and Disclosures?

FORMCHECKBOX

Yes (IPG Certifications and Disclosures including IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure (formerly named Forms B)

FORMCHECKBOX

No

1. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES

2. PRICING

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

4. STANDARD BUSINESS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

5. STATE SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS

6. STANDARD ILLINOIS CERTIFICATIONS

7. FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST (IF APPLICABLE)

8. CONTRACT SPECIFIC CERTIFICATIONS AND DISCLOSURES – “IPG Active Registered Vendor Disclosure (formerly called FORMS B)””

9. PURCHASE ORDER FROM BIDBUY (IF APPLICABLE)

In consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements contained in this contract, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties agree to the terms and conditions set forth herein and have caused this contract to be executed by their duly authorized representatives on the dates shown on the following CONTRACT SIGNATURES page.

VENDOR

Date:

STATE OF ILLINOIS

Street Address: 313 S 6th Street

City, State ZIP: Springfield, Illinois 62701

Printed Name: Raven A. DeVaughn

NOTE: DOCUMENTS SIGNED BY PERSONS OTHER THAN PRESIDENT, CEO, OWNER, or EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SHOULD SUBMIT A SIGNATURE AUTHORITY LETTER WITH THE BID.

AGENCY USE ONLY

NOT PART OF CONTRACTUAL PROVISIONS

· Agency Reference #:23-416CMS-BOPM4-R-159395

· Project Title: Lawn Care L6674 Kewanee

· Contract #: 24-416CMS-BOPM4-P-

· Procurement Method (IFB, RFP, Small Purchase, etc.): Small Purchase

· BidBuy / Bulletin Reference #: 24-416CMS-BOPM4-B-34856

· BidBuy / Bulletin Publication Date:

· Award Code: C

· Subcontractor Utilization? Yes FORMCHECKBOX No

Subcontractor Disclosure? Yes FORMCHECKBOX No

· Funding Source:

· Obligation #

· Small Business Set-Aside? FORMCHECKBOX Yes FORMCHECKBOX No

Percentage:

· Minority Owned Business? Yes FORMCHECKBOX

· Women Owned Business? Yes FORMCHECKBOX

· Persons with Disabilities Owned Business? Yes FORMCHECKBOX No

Percentage:

· Veteran Owned Small Business? Yes FORMCHECKBOX

· Other Preferences?

1. DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES AND SERVICES

1.1. GOAL: Lawn Care Services are required throughout the State of Illinois by agencies that do not employ staff to provide them. These facilities are visited daily by many persons conducting business with the State and the appearance and public perception of the agency is associated with the condition of the agency’s grounds. The need for these services is also required by the State’s need to maintain the facilities it owns or leases to guard investment in those operating facilities.

1.2. SUPPLIES AND/OR SERVICES REQUIRED:

1.2.1. LAWN CARE – COMPLETE CYCLE

A) Turf shall be cut to a height of two to three inches as conditions dictate, but not more than once every seven days without the Facility Manager’s approval. Mowing shall be done frequently enough so that no more than one-third of the grass blade is removed per cutting. Mowing equipment and patterns shall be employed to permit recycling of clippings where possible and present a neat appearance. Excess clippings shall be removed and blades on all equipment shall be sharp to prevent tearing of the grass blades.

B) All turf shall be sprayed to control broad leaf weeds.

C) A pre-emergent crabgrass control shall be applied to all turf once in the spring to prevent crabgrass germination.

D) The grounds shall be mulched, raked, or vacuum cleaned of leaves and clippings once each month during the months of October and November. The Vendor shall provide for the disposal of leaves away from the building. At the request of the Building Manager any dead or unwanted plants and shrubs shall be removed.

E) Turf adjacent to walks, curbs, and beds shall be edged as needed through the season.

F) All cut grass shall be blown and/or swept from the sidewalks, driveways, curbs, patios, etc.

G) In the event there is damage by reason of the mowing, the Vendor will be required to repair and/or replace same at Vendor’s own expense with like kind and as directed by the CMS facility manager or his/her designee.

H) All beds shall be kept in a neat and weed free manner through an integrated pest management program to include cultivation, hand weeding, and the use of herbicides.

I) Turf adjacent to beds shall be edged as needed throughout the season to prevent encroachment of turf and present a neat appearance.

J) Leaves shall be removed from beds in autumn.

K) A cultivated and edged ring shall be maintained at the base of all trees where applicable.

1.2.2. SHRUB, EVERGREEN AND GROUND COVER BEDS – These services will be billed upon an hourly basis upon mutual agreement between Vendor and Facility Manager A) All shrubs and evergreens shall be pruned two times per season to remove dead or damaged branches and to develop the natural form of the plant.

B) A pre-emergent weed control shall be applied to all beds once in the spring.

1.2.3. TREES AND LAWN EVERGREENS (UNDER 8" TRUNK DIAMETER) - These services will be billed upon an hourly basis upon mutual agreement between Vendor and Facility Manager All trees and evergreens shall be pruned to remove dead or damaged branches and develop the natural form of the plant. Facility Manager will advise as needed.

1.2.4. GENERAL SPRING CLEAN-UP

A general spring cleanup to remove debris accumulated over winter will be provided, only if requested by the State.

1.3. MILESTONES AND DELIVERABLES:

1.3.1. Vendor shall invoice the State in arrears for services on a monthly basis.

1.3.2. Vendor shall maintain all required licenses and permits during the life of the contract.

1.3.3. Vendor must provide all necessary equipment for lawn care services including lawn mowers and manual or power apparatus such as a weed-eater as needed for trimming around shrubs, trees, adjacent to the building, sidewalks and curbs.

1.3.4. All work shall be performed as needed. Vendor will contact the CMS Facility Manager, or designee, prior to each mowing.

1.3.5. Please provide contact information of person for contact:

Name: ____Fill in Name______

Number: ___Fill in Number___

Email: ______Fill in Email_______

1.3.6. Work will be performed by trained, properly supervised personnel in accordance with accepted horticultural practices. Chemicals will be applied by licensed personnel.

1.3.7. Material shall be applied in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Where alternate products are available, the environmental impact of the products shall govern which is used.

1.3.8. Adequate personnel and equipment shall be provided to permit the timely completion of all operations.

1.3.9. Landscape debris accumulated from maintenance operations described herein shall be removed from the site at the end of each day at no additional charge

1.4. VENDOR / STAFF SPECIFICATIONS:

1.4.1. Vendor shall be experienced and knowledgeable in institutional landscaping service business. Vendor’s employees shall be qualified, experienced and knowledgeable in institutional landscaping maintenance services.

1.4.2. Vendor shall maintain and have current all municipal, county, state and/or federal license/s that are applicable and required for their business. Vendor 's employees shall maintain and have current, all municipal, county, State and/or federal license/s that are applicable and required for their trade.

1.4.3. Vendor shall assume responsibility for the health, safety, and protection of its employees, sub-contractors, material, equipment, and tools of the trade. Vendor will comply with the provisions outlined in OSHA Publication 3077 "Personal Protective Equipment" and OSHA Publication 3079 "Respirator Protection". Vendor will take necessary precautions when handling hazardous waste or contaminants.

1.4.4. Vendor will be responsible for ensuring the general safety of its employees, building tenants and visitors while working in specific areas of the facility. Vendor will ensure that no hazards are posed by their activities. Work areas will be cordoned off and free of any obstructions.

1.4.5. Vendor will be responsible for reporting employee illnesses or injuries and controlling and eliminating job site hazards. All employees of the Vendor /sub-contractor will sign in and sign out as instructed by facility management.

1.4.6. Vendor's workers will promptly notify the Vendor and CMS of unusual incidents, accidents, or potential safety threats that may affect the site, tenants and visitors.

1.4.7. Vendor and its employees shall maintain a professional appearance while on site, including wearing company identification and appropriate clothing (I.E. including, but not limited to, clothing with no holes, rips or tears, no shorts, no open-toed shoes). Discretion will reside with the Facility Manager.

1.4.8. The State may conduct at their expense criminal and driver history background checks of Vendor’s officers, employees or agents who would directly supervise or physically perform any of the contract requirements. If the State chooses to conduct a background check, the Vendor’s officers, employees, or agents must be cleared through the background check before entering the premises to commence work. Any officer, employee, or agent deemed unsuitable by the State must be immediately replaced. The Facility manager or designee will contact Vendor regarding the need to replace any permanent or temporary employee.

1.5. TRANSPORTATION AND DELIVERY: Not applicable as Vendor is responsible for providing any required transportation of their employees to and from worksites. There is no allowance for additional mileage charges to and from worksites.

1.6. SUBCONTRACTING

Subcontractors are allowed.

1.6.1.

Will subcontractors be utilized? Yes No A subcontractor is a person or entity that enters into a contractual agreement with a total value of $50,000 or more with a person or entity who has a contract subject to the Illinois Procurement Code pursuant to which the person or entity provides some or all of the goods, services, real property, remuneration, or other monetary forms of consideration that are the subject of the primary State contract, including subleases from a lessee of a State contract.

All contracts with subcontractors must include Standard Certifications completed and signed by the subcontractor.

1.6.2. Please identify below subcontracts with an annual value of $50,000 or more that will be utilized in the performance of the contract, the names and addresses of the subcontractors, and a description of the work to be performed by each.

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Description of Work: Click here to enter text If additional space is necessary to provide subcontractor information, please attach an additional page.

1.6.3. All contracts with the subcontractors identified above must include the Standard Certifications completed and signed by the subcontractor.

1.6.4. If the annual value of any the subcontracts is more than $50,000, then the Vendor must provide to the State the Financial Disclosures and Conflicts of Interest for that subcontractor.

1.6.5. If at any time during the term of the Contract, Vendor adds or changes any subcontractors, Vendor is required to promptly notify, in writing, the State Purchasing Officer or the Chief Procurement Officer of the names and addresses and the expected amount of money that each new or replaced subcontractor will receive pursuant to this Contract. Any subcontracts entered into prior to award of this Contract are done at the sole risk of the Vendor and subcontractor(s).

1.7. SUCCESSOR VENDOR

Yes No This contract is for services subject to 30 ILCS 500/25-80. Heating and air conditioning service contracts, plumbing service contracts, and electrical service contracts are not subject to this requirement. Non-service contracts, construction contracts, qualification-based selection contracts, and professional and artistic services contracts are not subject to this requirement.

1.8. WHERE SERVICES ARE TO BE PERFORMED: Unless otherwise disclosed in this section all services shall be performed in the United States. If the Vendor performs the services purchased hereunder in another country in violation of this provision, such action may be deemed by the State as a breach of the contract by Vendor.

Vendor shall disclose the locations where the services required shall be performed and the known or anticipated value of the services to be performed at each location. If the Vendor received additional consideration in the evaluation based on work being performed in the United States, it shall be a breach of contract if the Vendor shifts any such work outside the United States.

· Location: L6674, 150 West South Street, Kewanee, IL 61443

· Value of services performed at this location: 100%

2. PRICING

2.1 FORMAT OF PRICING:

2.1.1 Vendor shall submit pricing in the format shown below, based on the terms and conditions set forth in section 1 of this Contract.

2.1.2 Pricing shall be submitted in the following format: Priced as per Unit of Measure for each line item in BidBuy.

2.2 TYPE OF PRICING: The Illinois Office of the Comptroller requires the State to indicate whether the contract value is firm or estimated at the time it is submitted for obligation. The total value of this contract is estimated.

2.3 EXPENSES ALLOWED: Expenses are not allowed.

2.4 DISCOUNT: The State may receive a 0% discount for payment within 0 days of receipt of correct invoice.

2.5 VENDOR’S PRICING: Attach additional pages if necessary.

Vendor’s Price for the Term: Click here to enter text 2.6 MAXIMUM AMOUNT: The total payments under this contract shall not exceed $_____ without a formal amendment. (The maximum amount will be entered by the State prior to execution of the contract.)

3. TERM AND TERMINATION

3.1 TERM OF THIS CONTRACT: This contract has a term of July 1, 2023, or last dated signature of the parties, whichever is later, through December 31, 2026.

3.1.1 In no event will the total term of the contract, including the initial term, any renewal terms and any extensions, exceed 10 years.

3.1.2 Vendor shall not commence billable work in furtherance of the contract prior to final execution of the contract except when permitted pursuant to 30 ILCS 500/20-80.

3.2 RENEWAL:

None.

3.3 TERMINATION FOR CAUSE: The State may terminate this contract, in whole or in part, immediately upon notice to the Vendor if: (a) the State determines that the actions or inactions of the Vendor, its agents, employees or subcontractors have caused, or reasonably could cause, jeopardy to health, safety, or property, or (b) the Vendor has notified the State that it is unable or unwilling to perform the contract.

If Vendor fails to perform to the State’s satisfaction any material requirement of this contract, is in violation of a material provision of this contract, or the State determines that the Vendor lacks the financial resources to perform the contract, the State shall provide written notice to the Vendor to cure the problem identified within the period of time specified in the State’s written notice. If not cured by that date the State may either: (a) immediately terminate the contract without additional written notice or (b) enforce the terms and conditions of the contract.

For termination due to any of the causes contained in this Section, the State retains its rights to seek any available legal or equitable remedies and damages.

3.4 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE: The State may, for its convenience and with thirty (30) days prior written notice to Vendor, terminate this contract in whole or in part and without payment of any penalty or incurring any further obligation to the Vendor.

Upon submission of invoices and proof of claim, the Vendor shall be entitled to compensation for supplies and services provided in compliance with this contract up to and including the date of termination.

3.5 AVAILABILITY OF APPROPRIATION: This contract is contingent upon and subject to the availability of funds. The State, at its sole option, may terminate or suspend this contract, in whole or in part, without penalty or further payment being required, if (1) the Illinois General Assembly or the federal funding source fails to make an appropriation sufficient to pay such obligation, or if funds needed are insufficient for any reason (30 ILCS 500/20-60), (2) the Governor decreases the Department’s funding by reserving some or all of the Department’s appropriation(s) pursuant to power delegated to the Governor by the Illinois General Assembly, or (3) the Department determines, in its sole discretion or as directed by the Office of the Governor, that a reduction is necessary or advisable based upon actual or projected budgetary considerations. Contractor will be notified in writing of the failure of appropriation or of a reduction or decrease.

4. STANDARD BUSINESS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

4.1 PAYMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

4.1.1 Late Payment: Payments, including late payment charges, will be paid in accordance with the State Prompt Payment Act and rules when applicable. 30 ILCS 540; 74 III. Adm. Code 900. This shall be Vendor’s sole remedy for late payments by the State. Payment terms contained on Vendor’s invoices shall have no force and effect.

4.1.2 Minority Contractor Initiative: Any Vendor awarded a contract under Section 20-10, 20-15, 20-25 or 20-30 of the Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500) of $1,000 or more is required to pay a fee of $15. The Comptroller shall deduct the fee from the first check issued to the Vendor under the contract and deposit the fee in the Comptroller’s Administrative Fund. 15 ILCS 405/23.9.

4.1.3 Expenses: The State will not pay for supplies provided or services rendered, including related expenses, incurred prior to the execution of this contract by the Parties even if the effective date of the contract is prior to execution.

4.1.4 Prevailing Wage: As a condition of receiving payment Vendor must (i) be in compliance with the contract, (ii) pay its employees prevailing wages when required by law, (iii) pay its suppliers and subcontractors according to the terms of their respective contracts, and (iv) provide lien waivers to the State upon request. Examples of prevailing wage categories include public works, printing, janitorial, window washing, building and grounds services, site technician services, natural resource services, security guard and food services. The prevailing wages are revised by the Illinois Department of Labor (DOL) and are available on DOL’s official website, which shall be deemed proper notification of any rate changes under this subsection. To ensure understanding of prevailing wage requirements, Vendor is responsible for contacting DOL at 217-782-6206 or https://www2.illinois.gov/idol/Pages/default.aspx

4.1.5 Federal Funding: This contract may be partially or totally funded with Federal funds. If Federal funds are expected to be used, then the percentage of the good/service paid using Federal funds and the total Federal funds expected to be used will be provided to the awarded Vendor in the notice of intent to award.

4.1.6 Invoicing: By submitting an invoice, Vendor certifies that the supplies or services provided meet all requirements of the contract, and the amount billed, and expenses incurred are as allowed in the contract. Invoices for supplies purchased, services performed, and expenses incurred through June 30 of any year must be submitted to the State no later than July 31 of that year; otherwise Vendor may have to seek payment through the Illinois Court of Claims. 30 ILCS 105/25. All invoices are subject to statutory offset. 30 ILCS 210.

4.1.6.1 Vendor shall not bill for any taxes unless accompanied by proof that the State is subject to the tax. If necessary, Vendor may request the applicable Agency’s state tax exemption number and federal tax exemption information.

4.1.6.2 Vendor shall invoice at the completion of this contract unless invoicing is tied in this contract to milestones, deliverables, or other invoicing requirements agreed to in the contract.

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4.2 ASSIGNMENT: This contract may not be assigned, transferred in whole or in part by Vendor without the prior written consent of the State.

4.3 SUBCONTRACTING: For purposes of this section, subcontractors are those specifically hired to perform all or part of the work covered by the contract. Vendor must receive prior written approval before use of any subcontractors in the performance of this contract. Vendor shall describe, in an attachment if not already provided, the names and addresses of all authorized subcontractors to be utilized by Vendor in the performance of this contract, together with a description of the work to be performed by the subcontractor and the anticipated amount of money that each subcontractor is expected to receive pursuant to this contract. If required, Vendor shall provide a copy of any subcontracts within fifteen (15) days after execution of this contract. All subcontracts must include the same certifications that Vendor must make as a condition of this contract. Vendor shall include in each subcontract the subcontractor certifications as shown on the Standard Certification form available from the State. If at any time during the term of the Contract, Vendor adds or changes any subcontractors, then Vendor must promptly notify, by written amendment to the Contract, the State Purchasing Officer or the Chief Procurement Officer of the names and addresses and the expected amount of money that each new or replaced subcontractor will receive pursuant to the Contract. 30 ILCS 500/20-120.

4.4 AUDIT/RETENTION OF RECORDS: Vendor and its subcontractors shall maintain books and records relating to the performance of the contract or subcontract and necessary to support amounts charged to the State pursuant the contract or subcontract. Books and records, including information stored in databases or other computer systems, shall be maintained by the Vendor for a period of three (3) years from the later of the date of final payment under the contract or completion of the contract, and by the subcontractor for a period of three (3) years from the later of final payment under the term or completion of the subcontract. If Federal funds are used to pay contract costs, the Vendor and its subcontractors must retain their respective records for five (5) years. Books and records required to be maintained under this section shall be available for review or audit by representatives of: the procuring Agency, the Auditor General, the Executive Inspector General, the Chief Procurement Officer, State of Illinois internal auditors or other governmental entities with monitoring authority, upon reasonable notice and during normal business hours. Vendor and its subcontractors shall cooperate fully with any such audit and with any investigation conducted by any of these entities. Failure to maintain books and records required by this section shall establish a presumption in favor of the State for the recovery of any funds paid by the State under this contract or any subcontract for which adequate books and records are not available to support the purported disbursement. The Vendor or subcontractors shall not impose a charge for audit or examination of the Vendor’s or subcontractor’s books and records. 30 ILCS 500/20-65.

4.5 TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE: Time is of the essence with respect to Vendor’s performance of this contract. Vendor shall continue to perform its obligations while any dispute concerning the contract is being resolved unless otherwise directed by the State.

4.6 NO WAIVER OF RIGHTS: Except as specifically waived in writing, failure by a Party to exercise or enforce a right does not waive that Party’s right to exercise or enforce that or other rights in the future.

4.7 FORCE MAJEURE: Failure by either Party to perform its duties and obligations will be excused by unforeseeable circumstances beyond its reasonable control and not due to its negligence, including acts of nature, acts of terrorism, riots, labor disputes, fire, flood, explosion, and governmental prohibition. The non-declaring Party may cancel the contract without penalty if performance does not resume within thirty (30) days of the declaration.

4.8 CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: Each Party to this contract, including its agents and subcontractors, may have or gain access to confidential data or information owned or maintained by the other Party in the course of carrying out its responsibilities under this contract. Vendor shall presume all information received from the State or to which it gains access pursuant to this contract is confidential. Vendor information, unless clearly marked as confidential and exempt from disclosure under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, shall be considered public. No confidential data collected, maintained, or used in the course of performance of the contract shall be disseminated except as authorized by law and with the written consent of the disclosing Party, either during the period of the contract or thereafter. The receiving Party must return any and all data collected, maintained, created or used in the course of the performance of the contract, in whatever form it is maintained, promptly at the end of the contract, or earlier at the request of the disclosing Party, or notify the disclosing Party in writing of its destruction. The foregoing obligations shall not apply to confidential data or information lawfully in the receiving Party’s possession prior to its acquisition from the disclosing Party; received in good faith from a third Party not subject to any confidentiality obligation to the disclosing Party; now is or later becomes publicly known through no breach of confidentiality obligation by the receiving Party; or is independently developed by the receiving Party without the use or benefit of the disclosing Party’s confidential information.

4.9 USE AND OWNERSHIP: All work performed or supplies created by Vendor under this contract, whether written documents or data, goods or deliverables of any kind, shall be deemed work for hire under copyright law and all intellectual property and other laws, and the State of Illinois is granted sole and exclusive ownership to all such work, unless otherwise agreed in writing. Vendor hereby assigns to the State all right, title, and interest in and to such work including any related intellectual property rights, and/or waives any and all claims that Vendor may have to such work including any so-called "moral rights" in connection with the work. Vendor acknowledges the State may use the work product for any purpose. Confidential data or information contained in such work shall be subject to confidentiality provisions of this contract.

4.10 INDEMNIFICATION AND LIABILITY: The Vendor shall indemnify and hold harmless the State of Illinois, its agencies, officers, employees, agents and volunteers from any and all costs, demands, expenses, losses, claims, damages, liabilities, settlements and judgments, including in-house and contracted attorneys’ fees and expenses, arising out of: (a) any breach or violation by Vendor of any of its certifications, representations, warranties, covenants or agreements; (b) any actual or alleged death or injury to any person, damage to any real or personal property, or any other damage or loss claimed to result in whole or in part from Vendor’s negligent performance; (c) any act, activity or omission of Vendor or any of its employees, representatives, subcontractors or agents; or (d) any actual or alleged claim that the services or goods provided under this contract infringe, misappropriate, or otherwise violate any intellectual property (patent, copyright, trade secret, or trademark) rights of a third party. In accordance with Article VIII, Section 1(a),(b) of the Constitution of the State of Illinois and 1973 Illinois Attorney General Opinion 78, the State may not indemnify private parties absent express statutory authority permitting the indemnification. Neither Party shall be liable for incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages.

4.11 INSURANCE: Vendor shall, at all times during the term of this contract and any renewals or extensions, maintain and provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the State as an additionally insured for all required bonds and insurance. Certificates may not be modified or canceled until at least thirty (30) days’ notice has been provided to the State. Vendor shall provide: (a) General Commercial Liability insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage) and $2,000,000 Annual Aggregate; (b) Auto Liability, including Hired Auto and Non-owned Auto (Combined Single Limit Bodily Injury and Property Damage), in amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence; and (c) Worker’s Compensation Insurance in the amount required by law. Insurance shall not limit Vendor’s obligation to indemnify, defend, or settle any claims.

4.12 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: Vendor shall act as an independent contractor and not an agent or employee of, or joint venture with the State. All payments by the State shall be made on that basis.

4.13 SOLICITATION AND EMPLOYMENT: Vendor shall not employ any person employed by the State during the term of this contract to perform any work under this contract. Vendor shall give notice immediately to the Agency’s director if Vendor solicits or intends to solicit State employees to perform any work under this contract.

4.14 COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW: The Vendor, its employees, agents, and subcontractors shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, ordinances, regulations, orders, federal circulars and all license and permit requirements in the performance of this contract. Vendor shall be in compliance with applicable tax requirements and shall be current in payment of such taxes. Vendor shall obtain at its own expense, all licenses and permissions necessary for the performance of this contract.

4.15 BACKGROUND CHECK: Whenever the State deems it reasonably necessary for security reasons, the State may conduct, at its expense, criminal and driver history background checks of Vendor’s and subcontractor’s officers, employees or agents. Vendor or subcontractor shall immediately reassign any individual who, in the opinion of the State, does not pass the background check.

4.16 APPLICABLE LAW:

4.16.1 PREVAILING LAW: This contract shall be construed in accordance with and is subject to the laws and rules of the State of Illinois.

4.16.2 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The Department of Human Rights’ Equal Opportunity requirements are incorporated by reference. 44 Ill. Adm. Code 750.

4.16.3 COURT OF CLAIMS; ARBITRATION; SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY: Any claim against the State arising out of this contract must be filed exclusively with the Illinois Court of Claims. 705 ILCS 505/1. The State shall not enter into binding arbitration to resolve any dispute arising out of this contract. The State of Illinois does not waive sovereign immunity by entering into this contract.

4.16.4 OFFICIAL TEXT: The official text of the statutes cited herein is incorporated by reference. An unofficial version can be viewed at (www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs.asp).

4.17 ANTI-TRUST ASSIGNMENT: If Vendor does not pursue any claim or cause of action it has arising under Federal or State antitrust laws relating to the subject matter of this contract, then upon request of the Illinois Attorney General, Vendor shall assign to the State all of Vendor’s rights, title and interest in and to the claim or cause of action.

4.18 CONTRACTUAL AUTHORITY: The Agency that signs this contract on behalf of the State of Illinois shall be the only State entity responsible for performance and payment under this contract. When the Chief Procurement Officer or authorized designee or State Purchasing Officer signs in addition to an Agency, he/she does so as approving officer and shall have no liability to Vendor. When the Chief Procurement Officer or authorized designee or State Purchasing Officer signs a master contract on behalf of State agencies, only the Agency that places an order or orders with the Vendor shall have any liability to the Vendor for that order or orders.

4.19 EXPATRIATED ENTITIES: Except in limited circumstances, no business or member of a unitary business group, as defined in the Illinois Income Tax Act, shall submit a bid for or enter into a contract with a State agency if that business or any member of the unitary business group is an expatriated entity

4.20 NOTICES: Notices and other communications provided for herein shall be given in writing via electronic mail whenever possible. If transmission via electronic mail is not possible, then notices and other communications shall be given in writing via registered or certified mail with return receipt requested, via receipted hand delivery, via courier (UPS, Federal Express or other similar and reliable carrier), or via facsimile showing the date and time of successful receipt. Notices shall be sent to the individuals who signed this contract using the contact information following the signatures. Each such notice shall be deemed to have been provided at the time it is actually received. By giving notice, either Party may change its contact information.

4.21 MODIFICATIONS AND SURVIVAL: Amendments, modifications and waivers must be in writing and signed by authorized representatives of the Parties. Any provision of this contract officially declared void, unenforceable, or against public policy, shall be ignored and the remaining provisions shall be interpreted, as far as possible, to give effect to the Parties’ intent. All provisions that by their nature would be expected to survive, shall survive termination. In the event of a conflict between the State’s and the Vendor’s terms, conditions and attachments, the State’s terms, conditions and attachments shall prevail.

4.22 PERFORMANCE RECORD / SUSPENSION: Upon request of the State, Vendor shall meet to discuss performance or provide contract performance updates to help ensure proper performance of the contract. The State may consider Vendor’s performance under this contract and compliance with law and rule to determine whether to continue the contract, suspend Vendor from doing future business with the State for a specified period of time, or whether Vendor can be considered responsible on specific future contract opportunities.

4.23 FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT: This contract and all related public records maintained by, provided to or required to be provided to the State are subject to the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (50 ILCS 140) notwithstanding any provision to the contrary that may be found in this contract.

4.24 SCHEDULE OF WORK: Any work performed on State premises shall be done during the hours designated by the State and performed in a manner that does not interfere with the State and its personnel.

4.25 WARRANTIES FOR SUPPLIES AND SERVICES:

4.25.1. Vendor warrants that the supplies furnished under this contract will: (a) conform to the standards, specifications, drawing, samples or descriptions furnished by the State or furnished by the Vendor and agreed to by the State, including but not limited to all specifications attached as exhibits hereto; (b) be merchantable, of good quality and workmanship, and free from defects for a period of twelve months or longer if so specified in writing, and fit and sufficient for the intended use; (c) comply with all federal and state laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to the manufacturing, packing, labeling, sale and delivery of the supplies; (d) be of good title and be free and clear of all liens and encumbrances and; (e) not infringe any patent, copyright or other intellectual property rights of any third party. Vendor agrees to reimburse the State for any losses, costs, damages or expenses, including without limitations, reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses, arising from failure of the supplies to meet such warranties.

4.25.2. Vendor shall ensure that all manufacturers’ warranties are transferred to the State and shall provide to the State copies of such warranties. These warranties shall be in addition to all other warranties, express, implied or statutory, and shall survive the State’s payment, acceptance, inspection or failure to inspect the supplies.

4.25.3. Vendor warrants that all services will be performed to meet the requirements of this contract in an efficient and effective manner by trained and competent personnel. Vendor shall monitor performances of each individual and shall immediately reassign any individual who does not perform in accordance with this contract, who is disruptive or not respectful of others in the workplace, or who in any way violates the contract or State policies.

4.26 REPORTING, STATUS AND MONITORING SPECIFICATIONS: Vendor shall immediately notify the State of any event that may have a material impact on Vendor’s ability to perform this contract.

4.27 EMPLOYMENT TAX CREDIT: Vendors who hire qualified veterans and certain ex-offenders may be eligible for tax credits. 35 ILCS 5/216, 5/217. Please contact the Illinois Department of Revenue (telephone #: 217-524-4772) for information about tax credits.

The Vendor will be required to report to Central Management Services – Bureau of Strategic Sourcing (BOSS) an annual report on the hiring of Veterans and Ex-Offenders, this report must be sent by September 30th of every year. The report shall be attached and sent to the following email address: cms.boss.sourcing@illinois.gov

5. SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS

5.1.

STATE SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS

Agency Definitions

Required Federal Clauses, Certifications and Assurances

Public Works Requirements (construction and maintenance of a public work) 820 ILCS 130/4.

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Prevailing Wage (janitorial cleaning, window cleaning, building and grounds, site technician, natural resources, food services, and security services, if valued at more than $200 per month or $2,000 per year or printing) 30 ILCS 500/25-60. Information on prevailing wage may be obtained at https://www2.illinois.gov/idol/Pages/default.aspx

Agency Specific Terms and Conditions

Other (describe)

5.2.

VENDOR SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS

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I certify that:

The number shown on this form is my correct taxpayer identification number (or I am waiting for a number to be issued to me), and

I am not subject to backup withholding because: (a) I am exempt from backup withholding, or (b) I have not been notified by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that I am subject to backup withholding as a result of a failure to report all interest or dividends, or (c) the IRS has notified me that I am no longer subject to backup withholding, and

I am a U.S. person (including a U.S. resident alien).

· If you are an individual, enter your name and SSN as it appears on your Social Security Card.

· If you are a sole proprietor, enter the owner’s name on the name line followed by the name of the business and the owner’s SSN or EIN.

· If you are a single-member LLC that is disregarded as an entity separate from its owner, enter the owner’s name on the name line and the D/B/A on the business name line and enter the owner’s SSN or EIN.

· If the LLC is a corporation or partnership, enter the entity’s business name and EIN and for corporations, attach IRS acceptance letter (CP261 or CP277).

· For all other entities, enter the name of the entity as used to apply for the entity’s EIN and the EIN.

Name: Click here to enter text.

Business Name: Click here to enter text.

Taxpayer Identification Number:

Social Security Number: Click here to enter text.

or

Employer Identification Number: Click here to enter text.

Legal Status (check one):

Governmental Individual

Nonresident alien Sole Proprietor

Estate or trust Partnership

Pharmacy (Non-Corp.)

Legal Services Corporation

Pharmacy/Funeral Home/Cemetery (Corp.)

Tax-exempt

Limited Liability Company Corporation providing or billing medical and/or health care services (select applicable tax classification)

C = corporation

Corporation NOT providing or billing medical and/or health care services P = partnership

Signature of Authorized Representative:

Date: Click here to enter a date.

State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services

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