RFP 2020-05 Central Campus Tennis Courts Resurfacing.pdf

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SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY

INVITATION TO BID

THIS IS NOT AN

ORDER

1. The university is an agency of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is exempt from any State tax or Federal excise tax

2. Unless otherwise stated, the unit price shall be the net price. Separate unit and total prices must be shown if applicable.

3. Unless otherwise stated, all quoted prices shall be FOB university address inside delivery.

4. Responses must be received on or before Tuesday, April 7t'', 2020 by 11:00 a.m. in the Purchasing

Department, Salem State University, Administration Building, 2"° Floor, 352 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA 01970-5353, at which time there will be a public opening. FAX to 97842-6164 or scanned copies will be accepted at rramos(a~salemstate.edu

5. Submit one (1) original if mailing, Electronic submissions preferred, Fax submissions accepted

6. Salem State University reserves the right to waive informalities and to reject any and all bids; or to accept the bid deemed best for the Commonwealth

7. For additional information:

Phil Merkle, Facilities Phone: 978-542-8001 Email: pmerkle(c~salemstate.edu

8. Responses can be submitted via email to:

Reynaldo Ramos, Senior Director of Purchasing &Vendor Relations Email: rramos(a~salemstate.edu or Mail to Salem State University, 352 Lafayette Street, Administration

Building, 2"d Floor, Salem MA 01970 Phone: 978-542-7321

9. Reference: RFP 2020-05 Tennis Courts Resurfacing

SPECIFICATIONS UNITPRICE TOTAL PRICE

See Attached Specifications

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Vendor Information

The contractor agrees not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex, color, religious creed, national origin, and/or ancestry.

The contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places notices to be provided by the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination with respect to the Fair Employment Practice laws of the Commonwealth which are herein made of this contract reference.

COMPANY NAME

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CITY STATE ZIP

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

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Salem State University Project No. 2011 Central Campus Tennis Courts Resurfacing

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SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 -GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Existing conditions.

4. Phased construction.

5. Schedule.

6. Reference Standards.

7. Submittals.

8. Quality Assurance.

9. Delivery, storage, and handling.

10. Ambient conditions.

11. Work by Owner.

12. Work under separate contracts.

13. Purchase contracts.

14. Owner-furnished products.

15. Access to site.

16. Coordination with occupants.

17. Work restrictions.

18. Specification conventions.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: Central Campus Tennis Courts Resurfacing.

B. Owner: Salem State University.

1. Owner's Representative: Salem State University Capital Projects Department or as otherwise noted in Contract Documents.

C. Designer: None.

1.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work consists of:

1. Surface preparation of approximately 40,320 square feet.

2. Approximately 600 linear feet of crack repair using one of the crack repair systems listed in this Section.

3. Color coating and line painting of six tennis courts.

B. Type of Contract:

1. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

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1.4 EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. Before submitting a bid, Contractor is urged to make a thorough examination of conditions at the site, checking the requirements of these Specifications against existing conditions.

B. No claim for extra compensation or extension of time will be allowed because of Contractor's failure to properly estimate quantities, locations, and measurements of items required to complete the work contemplated herein.

C. Report any discrepancies to Owner's Representative.

1.5 PHASED CONSTRUCTION

A. The Work shall be conducted in one phase.

1.6 SCHEDULE

A. Pre-Bid Walk-Through: An optional pre-bid walk-through for all bidders will be held Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at 11:00 AM on the Central Campus Tennis Courts, 121 Loring Avenue, Salem, MA. Interested Contractors are encouraged to attend this meeting.

B. Requests for Information (RFIs) due: Bidders requiring clarification or interpretation of Bidding Documents shall make a written request via email addressed to Reynaldo Ramos rramos(a~salemstate.edu on or before March 23, 2020 at 4:00 PM.

Interpretations, corrections, and changes of Bidding Documents will be made by Addendum and posted in Commbuys system. Interpretations, corrections, and changes of Bidding Documents made in any other manner will not be binding, and Bidders shall not rely upon them. Copies of Addenda will be made available in Commbuys system for inspection in Bidding Documents are on file for that purpose. Each Bidder shall ascertain prior to submitting a Bid that the Bidder has received all Addenda issued, and the Bidder shall acknowledge their receipt in the Bid.

C. Bids due: on or before 11:00 AM on April 7, 2020 to Reynaldo Ramos, Senior Director of Purchasing and Vendor Relations to rramos c~i.salemstate.edu or mail to Purchasing

Department, Salem State University, Administration Building, 2ND Floor 352 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA 01790

D. Anticipated Notice of Award: Within thirty days after bids due date.

E. Construction Period: May 18, 2020 through July 17, 2020 has been established as the timeframe in which the work is to occur; upon commencing work Contractor is required to remain on the job until it is complete.

1.7 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. American Sports Builders Association (ASBA).

B. United States Tennis Association (USTA) Rules of Tennis.

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C. International Tennis Federation (ITF).

1.8 SUBMITTALS

A. Document the existing game line layout, including color locations, on a scaled drawing.

B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including surface and crack preparation, and application instructions.

C. Samples: Submit manufacturer's color samples of color coating.

D. Test Reports:

1. Submit independent test results for solar reflectance index.

2. Submit independent test results for 2000 Hour ASTM G154, accelerated weathering

UV test, to demonstrate long-term durability and fade resistance.

3. Submit independent test results for 2000 Hour, accelerated weathering ASTM G155

Xenon Arc test, to demonstrate long-term fade resistance and quality of pigment.

E. Manufacturer's Certification: Submit manufacturer's certification that materials comply with specified requirements and are suitable for intended application.

F. Manufacturer's Project References: Submit manufacturer's list of successfully completed asphalt tennis court crack repair and surface color coating system projects, including project name, location, and date of application.

G. Applicator's Project References: Submit applicator's list of successfully completed asphalt tennis court crack repair and surface color coating system projects, including project name, location, type and quantity of color coating system applied, and date of application.

H. Warranty Documentation: Submit manufacturer's standard warranty.

1.9 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer's Qualifications:

1. Manufacturer regularly engaged, for past 5 years, in manufacture of tennis court crack repair systems and asphalt tennis court surface color coating systems of similar type to that specified.

2. United States owned company.

3. Member of ASBA.

4. Manufacturer has surfaces that are classified by the ITF's pace classification program.

B. Applicator's Qualifications:

1. Applicator regularly engaged, for past 3 years, in installation of tennis court crack repair systems and application of tennis court surface color coating systems of similar type to that specified.

2. Employ persons trained for installation of tennis court crack repair systems and application of tennis court surface color coating systems.

3. Approved by manufacturer.

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C. Surfacing shall conform to ASBA guidelines for planarity.

D. Surface coatings products shall be by a single manufacturer.

1.10 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery and Acceptance Requirements: Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and packaging, with labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer.

B. Storage and Handling Requirements:

1. Store and handle materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

2. Keep materials in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and packaging until application.

3. Store materials in clean, dry area indoors.

4. Store materials out of direct sunlight.

5. Keep materials from freezing.

6. Protect materials during storage, handling, and application to prevent contamination or damage.

7. Close containers when not in use.

1.11 AMBIENT CONDITIONS

A. Do not apply asphalt tennis court crack repair and surface color coating systems when air or surface temperatures are below 50 degrees F during application or within 24 hours after application.

B. Do not apply asphalt tennis court crack repair and surface color coating systems when rain is expected during application or within 24 hours after application.

1.12 WORK BY OWNER

A. General: Cooperate fully with Owner so work may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract or work by Owner. Coordinate Work of this Contract with work performed by Owner.

B. Work by Owner: None.

1.13 WORK UNDER SEPARATE CONTRACTS

A. General: Cooperate fully with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract or other contracts. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

B. Work Under Separate Contracts: None.

1.14 PURCHASE CONTRACTS

A. General: Owner may have negotiated purchase contracts with suppliers of material and equipment to be incorporated into the Work. Owner will assign these purchase contracts

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to Contractor. Include costs for purchasing, receiving, handling, storage if required, and installation of material and equipment in the Contract Sum, unless othenrvise indicated.

B. Purchase Contracts: None.

1.15 OWNER-FURNISHED PRODUCTS

A. Owner will furnish products indicated. The Work includes receiving, unloading, handling, storing, protecting, and installing Owner-furnished products and making building services connections as identified by Drawings.

B. Owner-Furnished Products: None.

1.16 ACCESS TO SITE

A. Use of Site: Limit use of premises to the tennis courts. Do not disturb school grounds beyond the tennis courts.

1. Keep driveways, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

a. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on site.

1) Timing of deliveries shall be in accordance with applicable Laws and Owner's directions.

2) Prevent delivery trucks servicing or supplying the Project from running their motors while sitting idle.

2. Take all necessary precautions to ensure safety of bicyclists and pedestrians using campus roads and sidewalks.

3. Clean driveways, walkways, and entrances affected by Work and maintain such in dust free, safe, and usable conditions for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians.

B. Parking: Contractor is subject to Owner's parking regulations, enforcement, and procedures. Parking for personal vehicles on campus is not provided. Limit parking of company vehicles and storage of materials as can be accommodated within limits of Site.

It shall be understood that parking for Contractor, Subcontractor, trades, and materialmen engaged upon the Work may not be available immediately adjacent to Site and Contractor may be directed to remotely park some, most, or all such vehicles.

1.17 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Full Owner Occupancy: Owner will occupy adjacent buildings during entire construction period. Cooperate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner's usage and academic schedule. Perform Work so as not to interfere with Owner's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

1. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used

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facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without consent of Owner and approval of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Notify Owner not less than 14 calendar days in advance of activities that will affect

Owner's operations and academic schedule.

1.18 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Work Restrictions, General: Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets and with other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction. Procure all required street closure and connection permits.

B. On-site Work Hours: Limit Work to normal business working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Notify Owner not less than 14 calendar days in advance of proposed off-hours work.

2. Obtain Owner's written permission before proceeding with off-hours work.

C. Tobacco-Free Campus: Smoking of any nature and chewing of tobacco or similar products is prohibited on University property. Strictly enforce this prohibition and immediately remove offenders from Site. Such action shall not constitute grounds for a delay claim.

D. Drug-Free Campus: The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol on University property is prohibited. Strictly enforce this prohibition and immediately remove offenders from Site. Such action shall not constitute grounds for a delay claim.

E. Persons Performing the Work —Respectful Behavior: All construction personnel shall be respectful of all members of the University community. Any incidents of disrespect, verbal abuse, threatening statements, unwelcome comments, unwelcome interaction, or any form of harassment from any construction personnel toward any member of the

University community is strictly prohibited. Any such act shall be deemed sufficient cause for the University to permanently remove any individual from the project and

University property, and such action shall not constitute grounds for a delay claim.

F. Persons Performing the Work —Responsive Behavior: All construction personnel shall be responsive to requests to act on any requirements of the Contract Documents and/or to correct any endangerment to the health and safety of the public. Any individual employee who ignores or refuses to take immediate action shall be identified as generating sufficient cause for the University to permanently remove them from the project and University property, and such action shall not constitute grounds for a delay claim.

G. Key Protocol: Furnish to Owner's Representative a list of all rooms (including mechanical and electrical rooms) to which Contractor will need access. Owner's Representative will furnish a key ring for access to those specific areas. Upon completion of Project return key ring to Owner's Representative.

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1.19 SPECIFICATION CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for style of language and intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations. These conventions are as follows:

1. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications.

The words "shall", "shall be", or "shall comply with", depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

2. Specification requirements are to be performed by Contractor unless specifically stated otherwise.

PART 2 -PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers whose products may be considered to be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Armor Crack Repair System:

a. ARMOR Tennis Court Crack Repair System, 5050 Industrial Road, Farmingdale, NJ.

2. Tennis Court Crack Repair System:

a. SportMaster Sport Surfaces, PO Box 2277, 2520 South Campbell Street, Sandusky, OH.

3. RiteWay Crack Repair System:

a. RiteWay LLC, 4 Sycamore Way, Unit 7A, Branford, CT.

Or approved equal. Bidders proposing to use products different than those specified for consideration as an "approved equal" must submit documentation clearly indicating that the alternative products) either meet or exceed those specified.

Documentation must be submitted with .bid proposal Owner reserves the right to reject bids not complying with this .requirement. Owner's decision with respect to products proposed for consideration as an "approved equaP' shall be final and not subject to review.

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Release Tape.

B. Liquid Adhesive.

C. Narrow Fabric.

D. Wide Fabric.

E. Mcsh.

F. Crack Sealant: Acrylic emulsion elastomeric.

G. Crack Filler: Acrylic emulsion trowel-grade.

H. Patch Binder: Acrylic emulsion liquid.

I. Filler Course: Acrylic emulsion resurtacer.

J. Color Coating: Acrylic emulsion.

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K. Line Marking Primer: Acrylic emulsion, clear drying.

L. Textured Line Paint: Acrylic emulsion.

PART 3 -EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine asphalt tennis court surfaces to receive crack repair and color coating systems.

B. Verify asphalt tennis courts meet ASBA requirements.

C. Notify Owner of conditions that would adversely affect application or subsequent use.

D. Do not begin surface preparation or application until unacceptable conditions are corrected.

3.2 SURFACE PREPARATION

A. Protection of In-Place Conditions: Protect adjacent surfaces and landscaping from contact with asphalt tennis court surface color coating system.

B. Prepare cracks and surfaces in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Cure new asphalt surfaces a minimum of 14 to 30 days before application of asphalt tennis court surface color coating system.

D. Ensure cracks and surfaces are dry, clean, and contaminate free.

E. Remove dirt, dust, debris, oil, grease, mildew, pollen, vegetation, loose materials, and other surface contaminants that could adversely affect application of asphalt tennis court crack repair and surface color coating systems. Pressure wash entire surface.

F. Remove the following existing materials:

1. Crack repair materials that are loose or not well bonded to surfaces.

2. Paints and coatings not well bonded to surfaces.

3. Paints and coatings over asphalt emulsion materials compromised by water infiltration.

4. Rubberized crack filling materials.

5. Asphalt emulsion materials.

G. Repair cracks, depressions, and surface defects in accordance with manufacturer's instructions before application of filler course and color coating.

H. Level depressions 1/8 inch and deeper with patch binder in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

I. Apply 1 or 2 coats of filler course as required by surtace roughness and porosity to provide smooth underlayment for application of color coating.

J. Ensure surface repairs are flush and smooth to adjoining surfaces.

3.3 APPLICATION

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A. Install tennis court crack repair system in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Apply asphalt tennis court surface color coating system in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Mix materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

D. Apply Filler Course and Color Coating with a 50-60 durometer soft rubber squeegee.

E. Filler Course:

1. Apply 2 coats on new asphalt or existing acrylic surfaces with extensive cracks or low spot repair.

2. Apply 1 coat on existing acrylic surfaces with minimal repairs.

F. Color Coating: Apply a minimum of 2 coats of color coating to prepared surfaces in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Color selection to be by Owner.

G. Allow material drying times in accordance with manufacturer's instructions before applying other materials or opening completed surface to foot traffic.

3.4 LINE MARKINGS

A. Lay out tennis court line markings in accordance with USTA Rules of Tennis. Lines to match existing layout.

B. Apply line markings primer, after masking tape has been laid, to seal voids between masking tape and tennis court surface to prevent bleed-under when line paint is applied.

C. Apply a minimum of 1 coat of line paint in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

3.5 PROTECTION

A. Allow a minimum of 24 hours curing time before opening tennis courts for play.

B. Protect applied asphalt tennis court surface color coating system to ensure that, except for normal weathering, coating system will be without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

3.6 CLEAN UP

A. Remove from campus all containers, surplus materials, and debris. Dispose of materials in accordance with applicable regulations.

B. Leave site in dean and orderly condition.

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PROPOSAL

1. The undersigned proposes to furnish all labor and materials required for Project No.2011, Central Campus Tennis Courts Resurfacing- RFP 2020-05 in accordance with the accompanying specifications for the contract price specified below.

2. This bid includes addenda numbered

3. The proposed contract base price (words)

4. Alternate 1 ollars $ ollars ollars

5. The undersigned agrees that, if he is selected as general contractor, he will within ten days, Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays excluded, after presentation thereof by the awarding authority, execute a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Standard Contract Form and Commonwealth Terms and Conditions in accordance with the terms of this proposal and furnish a labor and materials or payment bond, of a surety company qualified under the laws of the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the awarding authority and in the sum of 50% if contract is greater than $25,000, the premiums for which are to be paid by the general contractor and are included in the contract price.

6. The undersigned hereby certify that they are able to furnish labor and can work in harmony with all other elements of labor employed or to be employed on the work and that he will comply fully with all laws and regulations applicable to awards made subject to M.G.L. c. 149, section forty-four A.

7. All employees to be employed at the worksite will have successfully completed a course in construction safety and health approved by the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration that is at least 10 hours duration at the time the employee begins work and who shall furnish documentation of successfully completion of said course with the first certified payroll report for each employee

8. The undersigned further certifies under penalty of perjury that this bid is in all respects bona fide, fair and made without collusion or fraud with any other person.

As used in this subsection the word ~~person" shall mean any natural person, joint venture, partnership, corporation or other business or legal entity. The undersigned further certifies under penalty of perjury that the said undersigned is not presently debarred from doing public construction work in the Commonwealth under the provisions of section twenty-nine F of chapter twenty-nine, or any other applicable debarment provisions of any other chapter of the General Laws or any rule or regulation promulgated thereunder.

9. The undersigned hereby declares that they have carefully examined the Advertisement, Notice to Bidders, General Conditions of the Contract and Specifications, all other Contract documents, and also the site upon which the proposed work is to be performed. The undersigned further declares that in regard to the conditions afFecting the work to be done and the labor and materials needed, this proposal is based solely on the undersigned's own investigation and research and not in reliance upon any representation of any employee, officer or agent of the Commonwealth.

10. The undersigned certifies that they shall comply with the provisions of the Equal Employment Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, and AfFirmative Action Program set forth in the General conditions of the Contract.

11. The undersigned hereby certify that they understand Salem State University is a Smoke-Free Campus. The University is a smoke-free facility, and smoking is not permitted anywhere on the grounds. Contractors must ensure that any worker assigned to work at the University is fully educated as to the University's regulations and rules.

12. All responses and information submitted in response to this proposal are subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law, M.G.L., Chapter 66, Section 10, and to Chapter 4, Section 7, Subsection 26. Any statements in submitted responses that are inconsistent with these statutes shall be disregarded

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Rule for Award The contract will be awarded to the responsible and responsive vendor offering the lowest price. The bidding and award of this contract shall be in full compliance with Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 30, Section 39M for construction contracts costing $10,000 to $50,000

Safetv

The Contractor must be able to ensure adherence to proper safety precautions and requirements needed to do the job. The Contractor is responsible to supply all safety equipment as needed to perform the work.

Sub-Contracting

The Contractor shall not sub-contract or sublet any portion of the work without the consent of the Assistant Director, Facilities, or his/her designee.

Permits and Licenses

The Contractor shall be responsible to obtain any necessary permits, as/if required, for work directed under this contract. Payments for such will be made based on billed cost to the Contractor. This pay provision relates to permits that are exclusive, and a ~~one-time use" type permit for work performed under this contract.

Hours of Work

It is intended that the Contractor shall accomplish the majority of work during normal business hours and on a straight time basis. Work shall not be accomplished on an overtime basis unless prior approval has been obtained from the Assistant Director, Facilities, or his/her designee.

Working Time

Charges incurred by the Contractor for the time spent in transit (portal-to-portal) from the Contractor's place of business to the job site and back are not part of this Contract and will not be paid by the University. Computation of the number of hours worked shall include only those hours spent at the job site, excluding mealtimes.

Inspection

A. The University Assistant Director, Facilities, or his/her designee reserves the right to inspect any and all work in progress or completed. Any omission on the part of the University representative to disapprove or reject inferior or defective work or materials shall not be construed to be an acceptance of any such work or material. If any defective work or material is found during inspection the Contractor shall remove or repair, at his/her own expense.

Such defective work or material rejected shall be repaired and/or replaced at no cost to the University.

B. If the Contract documents, the Owner's or his/her agent's instructions, or laws, ordinances or regulations of any public authority require any work to be tested or approved, Contractor shall give the Owner or his/her agent timely notice of its readiness for inspection by the proper authorities. If any such work shall be covered up without approval or consent, it must, if required by the Owner or his/her agent or other proper authorities, be uncovered for examination at the Contractor's expense.

Report

The Contractor shall maintain and keep current a summary report that will reflect cumulative dollar figures for items invoiced. This report shall be made available to the University, upon request, and shall reflect cumulative dollar figures for each wage/labor Contractor cost and applicable markup for materials and costs for equipment rental.

Charges for Equipment Rental

Any equipment which is rented by the Contractor in the performance of this contract shall be considered part of this contract for. pricing purposes.

Rejection of Proposal

The University reserves the right to cancel and terminate the contract in the event that services provided by the Contractor prove to be unsatisfactory.

Payment Terms

The University prefers to enter into terms that are 2%/10 or 1%/15. Please indicate your willingness to accept these payment terms. (The University will commit to paying invoices within 10 days of receipt fora 2% discount, or 15 days of receipt fora 1% discount).

If the above terms are not agreeable, the default billing will be NET 30.

Check One: Discount 2% 10 Discount 1% 15 NET 30

Prohibitions

Bidders are prohibited from communicating directly with any employee of the procuring department or any member of the University regarding this RFP except as specified in this RFP, and no other individual Commonwealth employee or representative is authorized to provide any information or respond to any question or inquiry concerning this RFP. Bidders may contact the contact person using the contact information provided on the front page of this RFP

Prevailing Waae Rates

The Contractor shall pay the prescribed wage rates as determined by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Labor and Industries, in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L., Chapter 149, 26 through 27H. A copy of the wage rates to be paid to the workers employed on this Contract is attached (Attachment B). The Contractor must submit weekly certified payroll reports prior to payment of invoices.

Massachusetts Sales and Use Tax

Materials and supplies used in the performance of the work as described in the specifications will be exempt from Massachusetts sales and use tax. The University's Massachusetts Department of Revenue Certification of Exemption Number is 999-089-460. Each bidder shall take the exemption into account in calculating his/her bid for the work. The successful bidder shall take all of the necessary steps to receive such exemption.

Insurance

Prior to commencing work, the contractor selected to do the work shall provide Salem State University with a certificate of Workmen's Compensation Insurance showing that he/she has complied with the requirements of Chapter 149, Section 34A, of the General Laws, as amended.

Before commencing work, the Contractor selected to do the work shall furnish Salem State University with a certificate or a true copy of the insurance coverage with the following limits:

For liability for bodily injury, including accidental death $300,000 for any one person and subject to the same limit for each person, $500,000 on account of one occurrence.

For liability for property damage other than that caused by operation of motor vehicles, $100,000 on account of one occurrence and $300,0000 on account of all occurrences.

For property damage covering the operation of motor vehicles, not less than $100,000. These policies shall be maintained in force during the life of the contract