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INVITATION FOR BIDS (“IFB”) - PART I

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IFB #: 242579MN

IFB TITLE: BIOSWALE MAINTENANCE SERVICES

1.0 PURPOSE

Sarasota County (“County”), a political subdivision of the State of Florida, will receive bids on the date indicated in OpenGov Procurement (“OpenGov”), the County’s electronic procurement portal, for the purpose of selecting a supplier to provide bioswale maintenance services on property owned or operated by the County.

Bidders are required to comply with Part II, Scope of Services/Work Specifications.

2.0 BIDDER

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

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

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

3.0 QUALIFICATIONS

3.1 Required Experience

3.1.1. Bidder must provide references demonstrating their

experience providing bioswale maintenance services within the past seven (7) preceding the submission deadline in OpenGov. A minimum of two (2) references is required.

3.1.2. Only references submitted at the time of bid submittal in the format specified by the County will be used to verify qualifications have been met.

4.0 ALTERNATES

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

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

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

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

5.0 PRE-BID MEETINGS

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

6.0 SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

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

7.0 SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS

7.1 Vendor Questionnaire

All bidders must complete the required forms and information included in the Vendor Questionnaire section of OpenGov. Completed forms and other requested documents must be uploaded with bidder’s response in OpenGov. Bidders who fail to complete and upload required forms and documents or fail to provide responses to questions in the Vendor Questionnaire section of OpenGov may be found non-responsive.

7.2 Pricing

All bidders must complete the Pricing Table provided in OpenGov.

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

8.0 AWARD

8.1 It is the intent of the County to award a contract to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total bid price. Unless otherwise noted, bidders must submit a price for every line item to be considered for award.

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

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

8.3 Preferences

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

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

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

8.4 Contract

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

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

9.0 PRICING

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

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

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

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

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10.0 COUNTY WORKPLACE COMPLIANCE

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

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

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

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

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

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

11.0 CONTINGENCY

Only applicable if this box is checked

If during the performance of construction or repair work, an unforeseen circumstance occurs that triggers an additional expense, a contingency of up to 10% may be allowed. Any use of contingency funds is subject to the written approval of the County project manager, and any unused contingency shall not be paid out as a part of any final payment.

12.0 PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BOND

Only applicable if this box is checked

12.1 The awarded bidder will be required to obtain a performance and payment bond equal to $50,000.00. Any bonding company submitting a performance and payment bond to Sarasota County Government must be licensed to transact a fidelity and surety business in the State of Florida, and shall have an A.M. Best rating of: if bond is under $500,000

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“B+” (very good) or better, and over $500,000 “A-” (excellent) or better, and a “T” Underwriting Limitation not exceeded by this project’s bond.

12.2 Execution of Bonds and Power of Attorney

12.2.1. If the successful Bidder is a partnership, each bond should be signed by each of the individuals who are partners; if a corporation, the bonds should be signed in the correct corporate name by a duly authorized officer, agent or attorney-in-fact. The appropriate number of bonds should be executed to correspond to the number of signatories to the contract. Each executed bond should be accompanied by (a) appropriate acknowledgment of the respective parties; (b) appropriate duly certified copy of power-of-attorney or other certification of authority where bond is executed by agent, officer or other representative of successful Bidder or surety;

(c) duly certified extract from by-laws or resolutions of Surety under which power-of-attorney or other certificate of authority of its agent, officer or representative was issued.

12.2.2. Attorneys-in-fact who sign bid bonds or performance and payment bonds must file with such bond a certified copy of their power-of-attorney to sign such bonds. Attorneys-in-fact must place name, address, and telephone number on this certificate.

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PART II

SCOPE OF SERVICES

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I. OVERVIEW

Bioswales are green infrastructures designed to capture, redirect and filter stormwater from impervious surfaces and help filter out pollutants. With regular maintenance, the County can help to ensure proper functioning and effectiveness of the bioswales increasing longevity and efficiency.

II. BIOSWALE MAINTENANCE AREAS

A. Bioswale maintenance areas include but are not limited to the four maintenance zones identified below and shown on individual maps in Attachment A.

B. Bioswale maintenance zones include publicly owned roadway sections and open stormwater drainage facilities typically located within residential neighborhoods and urban areas. All work shall be performed on property owned or operated by the County.

Bioswale Zone Bioswale(s) Approximate Acreage

Approximate Perimeter (Linear

Feet)

1 Gold Avenue 1 0.03 152.53

2 Ringling Blvd. 11 0.61 2,679.03

3 Sarasota Center Blvd. 1 0.14 720.58

4 Englewood CRA 136 4.07 27,830.63

TOTAL 163 9.01 31,382.77

III. FREQUENCY OF SERVICES

A. The anticipated frequency of maintenance to be performed is on a monthly cycle.

B. The County reserves the right to add additional cycles to be performed. If required, the County shall notify the Contractor of the cycle schedule needed for that month.

C. Monthly maintenance activity shall not occur within 15 calendar days of the previous maintenance activity.

D. After receiving a Notice to Proceed and before commencing work, Contractor shall supply the County's Administrative Agent or Contract Manager with a monthly schedule for County’s review and approval.

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E. Contractor shall have a contingency plan to compensate for inclement weather, equipment failures, and other delays.

IV. HERBICIDE AND PESTICIDE USE

A. Contractor shall inspect bioswale zones at each cycle for any indications of pest problems and notify the County’s Administrative Agent or Contract Manager.

B. Contractor shall comply with Attachment B - Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Procedural Guidelines, using herbicides or pesticides that have been approved for use by the Sarasota County IPM Review Board and are identified within the current IPM Procedural Guidelines. Contractor shall utilize product label guidelines when applying herbicides or pesticides.

C. Contractor shall keep records in the County’s computer-based Maintenance Management System (CMMS), to be submitted to the County along with the monthly invoice to be approved on products used and vegetation removed.

D. At the time of application, Contractor shall post signage in all areas receiving pesticide or herbicide applications. Signage shall advise reentry times. Once it is safe to reenter the site, Contractor shall remove signage.

E. All persons who apply or supervise the application of pesticides and herbicides must be licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS); specifically, a Commercial Pesticide Application License in Category 5, Aquatic Pest Control is required.

F. The application of herbicides and pesticides shall not damage County assets or adjacent desirable vegetation.

V. BIOSWALE MAINTENANCE

Each bioswale zone is unique, with specific maintenance requirements. Contractor shall perform the following maintenance tasks per location:

A. Clean-up of all mowed, trimmed, or loose vegetative, non-organic material and/or debris immediately following any daily work function (i.e., If the Contractor mows on day one but trims on day two, the Contractor shall clean up all material or debris after mowing on day one and after trimming on day two.) No litter, clippings, material, or debris resulting from the Contractor's work shall be left in the right of way overnight.

B. All clippings, debris, and trash must be collected, quantified, recorded, and disposed of off-site. Quantity shall be estimated in US pounds and reported in the CMMS.

C. Litter removal: All bioswale zones shall be cleared by removing all paper, trash, cigarette butts, foreign material, and other undesirable material and debris.

Litter is to be removed, quantified, recorded, and disposed of off-site. Quantity shall be estimated in US pounds and reported in the CMMS.

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D. Pruning: Vegetation shall be pruned manually. Contractor shall keep all stormwater structures clear of overgrown vegetation and trim appropriate native vegetation as directed by the County. Contractor shall perform pruning to increase line of sight, aesthetics, safety, clearance, and invasive control. All vegetation shall be removed, quantified, and disposed of properly. The quantity shall be estimated in US pounds and reported on the form provided in CMMS.

E. All fence lines associated with the bioswales shall be kept clear of weeds, undesirable vines, overhanging tree limbs, and exotic vegetation. This can be accomplished manually or by mechanical means. The use of herbicides must have prior approval by the County.

F. Remove invasive vegetation: All non-native or invasive vegetative growth shall be removed by hand. Herbicide is only to be used in a limited fashion to prevent future growth. If herbicide is applied, the killed weeds shall be removed during the next maintenance activity. All herbicide use shall adhere to the County's IPM Procedural Guidelines. All non-native or invasive vegetation must be removed, quantified, and disposed of properly and reported in CMMS. Quantity shall be estimated in US pounds. A listing of potential invasive vegetation can be found on the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences website http://assessment.ifas.ufl.edu.

G. Mow filter vegetation: All vegetated filter strips shall be cleared of debris before mowing including all litter, trash, twigs, and other undesirable materials and debris. Mowing of filter vegetation (sod or groundcover) area shall be 4-6 inches in height (no scalping). Mulching equipment use is not permitted, and all clippings must be removed by bagging or hand removal. All clippings shall be swept, blown, or vacuumed from sidewalk/pavement areas and directed away from the bioswale area, stormwater inlet, grates, open stormwater systems, or water bodies immediately after mowing/edging. Mower blades shall always be sharp to provide a high-quality cut.

H. Trim and edge: Groundcovers or sod shall be trimmed to prevent encroaching onto the hardscape (curbs, sidewalks, driveways, etc.) or out of bounds of the area (growing into other plants). Edging shall be done where groundcover or sod meet the mulch to prevent it from growing into the bioswale and ensure a clear border around the bioswale. Edging around trees and shrubs shall be performed using hand labor, mechanical devices, or herbicides without damaging the trunks. Any damage caused by mowers, edgers, or other equipment or activities shall be repaired by the Contractor, to the satisfaction and at no cost to the County. This may include but is not limited to, replacement (in-kind) of any plant material damaged by the Contractor.

I. Replace vegetation: Inspect and report any dead or severely damaged vegetation to the County. The County shall determine whether to replace the vegetation. If the County decides to replace the vegetation, the price for the

Revised 10/07/20 Part II - Page 4 of 7 replacement plant(s) shall be paid at the actual cost of the plant(s) plus any markup price allowed on the Fee Schedule. The price for this line item shall include removing the plant, supplying, delivering, installing, and watering the new plant. Contractor shall water as needed to establish and sustain adequate plant growth. All plants shall be healthy, free of disease or insect damage, and have adequate root systems. Contractor shall provide a one (1) year replacement warranty on all plants supplied.

J. Replace mulch: Contractor shall inspect and report mulch erosion to the County. The County shall then identify all the areas needing replacement mulch. Contractor shall replace with FloriMulch in the locations directed by the County. Mulch samples must be provided to the County for approval before application. A minimum of 2" of mulch is required in all areas with mulch.

K. Replace shell: Contractor shall inspect and report shell erosion to the County.

The County shall then identify all the areas needing replacement shell. The Contractor shall replace with 1/2" to 1", clean, washed shell in the locations directed by the County. Shell samples must be provided to the County for approval before replacement. A minimum of 2" of shell is required in all areas with shell.

L. Replace gravel: Contractor shall inspect and report gravel erosion to the County. The County shall then identify all the areas needing replacement gravel. Contractor shall replace with standard size #89 stone coarse aggregate meeting gradation requirements in the locations directed by the County. A gravel sample must be provided to the County with a gradation report for approval before application. A minimum of 2" of gravel is required in all areas with gravel.

M. Apply herbicide: Inspect, apply, and report any need for herbicide use.

N. Inspect vegetation watering needs: Inspect and report any vegetation that appears stressed and needs watering.

O. Inspect drainage structures: Inspect and report any damaged or cracked concrete structures, exposed rebar, missing or damaged grating, missing or damaged drainage structure skimmer(s), and any structures impeded by vegetation or debris.

P. Inspect erosion: Inspect and report any erosion at earthen berms, along the top of the bank of the bioswale, or around structures. This includes areas that may or may not be covered with mulch, shell, or gravel.

VI. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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

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

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

D. Contractor is required to participate in performance and project report meetings as deemed necessary by the County.

E. All maintenance activities shall be directed by an on-site supervisor knowledgeable in native, non-native, and invasive plant species. Contractor shall identify a supervisor at each zone responsible for receiving instructions from and communicating with the County. The on-site supervisor shall be directly responsible for all on-site laborers and knowledgeable with all information contained in Attachment B, Attachment C - Landscaping Best Management Practices, Attachment D - Sarasota County Fertilizer and Landscape Management.

F. Contractor's work vehicles shall be parked to keep all areas safe and operational. Contractor shall comply with the Florida Department of Transportation for Temporary Traffic Control. Right-of-way use permits are not required.

G. Contractor shall always follow applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety standards.

H. Contractor's employees shall wear uniforms identifying the company name or logo. OSHA shall be the guide to determine the type of reflective clothing required for Contractor's workers. Equipment and other motorized vehicles shall display the name or logo of the Contractor.

I. All employees of the Contractor shall be, at all times, the sole employees of the Contractor, under the Contractor's sole direction, unless the County has approved the use of subcontractors.

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

VII. HOURS OF WORK

A. Normal Business Hours are defined as Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., except County-observed holidays unless otherwise agreed upon by the County.

B. Sundays and holidays work may be performed upon written approval of the County. No additional fee shall be considered for work performed on Sundays and holidays.

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VIII. INSPECTION

A. Each site will be inspected by the County for Contractor compliance. If deficiencies are noted, the Contractor will be notified via email of the specific deficiencies. Contractor must rectify before the County approves payment for that service. For any maintenance cycle in which the Contractor accrues deficiencies on more than ten percent of the total number of individual assets or acreage, five percent of the single acre price amount will be deducted from the invoice period.

1. Contractor’s costs and expenses associated with the Contractor’s required use of the CMMS shall not be reimbursed or paid by the County and shall be borne in full by the Contractor.

a) The Contractor shall be required to utilize the CMMS for receiving work orders and reporting performance.

b) The Contractor’s employees designated to schedule, manage, and report work shall attend a CMMS training session provided by the County to learn how to properly use the system.

B. The CMMS training session is expected to last no longer than one business day.

Contractor shall not be required to purchase software for utilizing the CMMS but may be required to install County-provided software on their own computing equipment to access and use the system.

C. Contractor must maintain computing equipment with the following minimum specifications to run the CMMS.

1. Hardware: Any tablet or personal computer running IOS 7 or Windows 7 or later.

2. Software: Chrome or Safari (The CMMS currently does not work with Internet Explorer, but that could change in the future.)

3. Internet: High-speed internet connection & power source.

D. In the event of long-term unavailability of the CMMS, a spreadsheet-based reporting process may be substituted by the County.

E. Contractor must report completed work on the County’s provided spreadsheet and send completed work reports to the County inspector and Administrative Agent or Contract Manager.

F. Inspections and any resulting deficiency will be communicated to the Contractor via the CMMS and a phone call from the inspector.

G. Contractor shall continue to report work status by email until notified by the County that the CMMS is operational.

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IX. INVOICING

A. Contractor shall invoice at the rate listed in the Fee Schedule. All trip expenses, such as mileage, vehicle charges, travel time, and labor shall be included in the rate listed on the Fee Schedule.

B. The County’s Administrative Agent or Contract Manager shall approve invoices for payment only if the work is completed to the satisfaction of the County.

Upon completion of the service, Contractor shall submit an invoice as specified on the Purchase Order (PO) within ten calendar days of receiving County approval. The invoice must include the work location, the WO number, and the PO number. Each invoice shall also include the following additional documentation: a receipt clearly showing the total cost paid by the Contractor for replacement plants with the percent markup indicated on the Contractor's invoice, as listed on the Fee Schedule.

X. WORK EVALUATION

A. Contractor shall advise the County upon the completion of work at each location. The County shall inspect the maintenance provided at each site to determine whether the work is being performed to specifications. Any deficiencies shall be reviewed with the Contractor by phone call and notated in the CMMS. Deficiencies shall be corrected and/or brought up to contract specifications. The Contractor shall have a supervisor available upon request to attend inspections and accept verbal or written inspection report(s).

B. The County reserves the right to withhold payment by giving written notice listing deficiencies to be corrected within three (3) business days from the date of the Contractor's receipt. If the County determines that the deficiencies are not satisfactorily resolved within the three (3) business daytime period, and extenuating circumstances do not exist, payment shall be withheld until work has been satisfactorily completed. The completion of a satisfactory subsequent cycle shall not negate any prior deficiencies. Deficiencies due to loss or lack of equipment or personnel shall not be considered extenuating circumstances.

XI. SUBCONTRACTING

A. The County may approve the use of subcontractors upon written request by the Contractor.

B. Contractor shall be reimbursed at the amount stated in the Fee Schedule for the subcontractor’s work. If there is no line item for such work, the Contractor will be reimbursed for the actual cost of the subcontractor's work plus the percentage markup listed on the Fee schedule.

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PART III – INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

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CONTRACTOR’S INSURANCE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENTS (LIABILITY EXPOSURES)

A. UMBRELLA/EXCESS LIABILITY: Contractor shall maintain Umbrella or Excess Liability insurance with limits not less than $2,000,000.00 each occurrence and in the aggregate. Coverage shall follow the terms of the underlying insurance, including the additional insured provisions.

B. POLLUTION LIABILITY (PESTICIDES/HERBICIDES): Contractor agrees to maintain Pollution Liability coverage with limits not less than $1,000,000 per claim/occurrence for bodily injury, property damage and environmental damage from sudden and gradual occurrences resulting from pollution conditions arising out of the application of pesticides and/or herbicides as part of the services performed under this contract This requirement may be satisfied via endorsement to Contractor’s Commercial General Liability policy amending the pollution exclusion to include coverage for such exposures. If coverage is written on a claims-made basis: a. Any retroactive date shall precede the effective date of this contract; b. Contractor shall provide

Insurance Template Adopted 04/19/19 Page 3 of 3 certificates of insurance evidencing the required coverage for a period of two years after final payment under this contract is made, or provide evidence showing Contractor has obtained a two year extended reporting period endorsement.

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Part III