SP-20-6 Request for Bid RFB Interior signage for Fox Cities.pdf

REQUEST FOR BID (RFB)

FOR

Interior Signage for UWO – Fox Cities Campus

Issued By

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN OSHKOSH

RFB NUMBER: SP-20-6

January 6, 2020

PLAN DUE DATE: January 24, 2020 @ 2:00 P.M. CDT

THERE WILL BE NO PUBLIC OPENING

LATE PLANS WILL BE REJECTED

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT - PURCHASING

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-OSHKOSH 650 Witzel Ave Oshkosh, WI 54902

Phone 920-424-2006

AGENT: Susan Poff (920) 424-2006

E MAIL: poffs@uwosh.edu

If NO BID (check here) and return.

STATE OF WISCONSIN

DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

DOA-3832 (C01/2018)

S. 16.72 WIS. STATS

STATE BUREAU OF PROCUREMENT

101 EAST WILSON STREET, 6TH FLOOR

P. O. BOX 7867

MADISON, WI 53707-7867

Bidder Required Form

Instructions: Bidder is required to complete all sections of this form. (Note: If the agency checks the box preceding Section 5 indicating that section is not applicable to the bid/proposal, Bidder may skip Section 5. Bidder may not skip any other sections of this form).

Section 1: Bidder Information

Bidder/Proposer Company Name: E-Mail Address:

Phone Number:

Toll Free Phone:

Fax:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Mailing Address for Purchase Orders (if different than above)

Address:

City:

State: Zip:

Section 2: Bidder Contacts List the name and title of the person to contact for questions related to each of the topics below:

Topic

E-Mail Address Phone

Bid/Proposal

Affirmative Action Plan

Orders and billing

Section 3: Bidder Reference Provide company name, address, contact person, telephone number, and appropriate information on the product(s) and/or service(s) used with requirements similar to those included in this solicitation document. If vendor is proposing any arrangement involving a third party, the named references should also be involved in a similar arrangement.

Company Name:

Address (including City, State, Zip):

Contact Person:

E-Mail Address:

Phone:

List Product(s) and/or Service(s) Used:

Section 4: Designation of Confidential and Proprietary Information

The attached material submitted in response to this bid/proposal includes proprietary and confidential information which qualifies as a trade secret, as provided in s. 19.36(5), Wis. Stats., or is otherwise material that can be kept confidential under the Wisconsin Open Records Law. As such, we ask that certain pages, as indicated below, of this bid/proposal response be treated as confidential material and not be released without our written approval.

Prices always become public information when bids/proposals are opened, and therefore cannot be kept confidential.

Other information cannot be kept confidential unless it is a trade secret. Trade secret is defined in s. 134.90(1)(c), Wis. Stats., as follows: “Trade Secret” means information, including a formula, pattern, compilation, program, device, method, technique or process to which all of the following apply:

1. The information derives independent economic value, actual or potential, from not being generally known to, and not being readily ascertainable by proper means by, other persons who can obtain economic value from its disclosure or use.

2. The information is the subject of efforts to maintain its secrecy that are reasonable under the circumstances.

We request that the following pages not be released:

Section Page # Topic

Using the boxes below, indicate your agreement with the following statements:

In the event the designation of confidentiality of this information is challenged, the bidder/proposer hereby agrees to provide legal counsel or other necessary assistance to defend the designation of confidentiality and agrees to hold the state harmless for any costs or damages arising out of the state’s agreeing to withhold the materials.

The state considers other markings of confidential in the bid/proposal document to be insufficient. The bidder/proposer agrees to hold the state harmless for any damages arising out of the release of any materials unless they are specifically identified above.

Agency Only:

Section 5 is not applicable to this bid/proposal. If this box is checked, Bidder may skip to Section 6.

Section 5: Bidder Agreement: Wisconsin’s Cooperative Purchasing Service

Wisconsin statutes (s. 16.73, Wis. Stats.) establish authority to allow Wisconsin municipalities to purchase from state contracts. Participating in the service gives vendors opportunities for additional sales without additional bidding. Municipalities use the service to expedite purchases. A “municipality” is defined as any county, city, village, town, school district, board of school directors, sewer district, drainage district, vocational, technical and adult education district, or any other public body having the authority to award public contracts (s. 16.70(8), Wis. Stats.). Federally recognized Indian tribes and bands in this state may participate in cooperative purchasing with the state or any municipality under ss. 66.0301(1) and (2), Wis. Stats.

Interested municipalities:

Will contact the contractor directly to place orders referencing the state agency contract number; and

Are responsible for receipt, acceptance, and inspection of commodities directly from the contractor, and making payment directly to the contractor.

The State of Wisconsin is not party to these purchases or any dispute arising from these purchases and is not liable for delivery or payment of any of these purchases.

Bidders/Proposers may or may not agree to furnish the commodities or services of this bid/proposal to Wisconsin municipalities. A vendor’s decision on participating in these services has no effect on awarding this contract.

Bidder: Please indicate your willingness to furnish the commodities or services to Wisconsin municipalities by checking the appropriate box below.

I Agree to furnish the commodities or services of this bid/proposal to Wisconsin municipalities with any special conditions noted below.

I Do Not Agree to furnish the commodities or services to Wisconsin municipalities.

A vendor in the service may specify a minimum order sizes by volume or dollar amount, additional charges beyond normal delivery areas, or other minimal charges for municipalities.

Special Conditions (if applicable):

Section 6: Bidder Identification (Check all that apply)

We claim minority bidder preference [Wis. Stats.16.75(3m)(b)(3)]. Under Wisconsin Statutes, a 5% preference may be grated to CERTIFIED Minority Business Enterprises. Bidder must be certified by the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program. If you have questions concerning the certification process, contact the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program, 6th Floor, 101 E.

Wilson St., Madison, WI 53703, (608) 267-9550. Does Not Apply to Printing Bids.

We claim disabled veteran owned business bidder preference [Wis. Stats.16.75(3m)(b)(3)]. Under Wisconsin Statutes, a 5% preference may be grated to CERTIFIED Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses. Bidder must be certified by the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program. If you have questions concerning the certification process, contact the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program, 6th Floor, 101 E. Wilson St., Madison, WI 53703, (608) 267-9550. Does Not Apply to Printing Bids.

We are a work center certified under Wis. Stats. S. 16.752 employing persons with severe disabilities. Questions concerning the certification process should be addressed to the Work Center Program, State Bureau of Procurement, 6th Floor, 101 E. Wilson St., Madison, WI 53703, (608) 266-5462.

Section 7: Bidder Certifications

Wis. Stats. s. 16.754 directs the state to purchase materials which are manufactured to the greatest extend in the United States when all other factors are equal. Materials covered in our bid were manufactured in whole or in substantial part in the United States. Yes No Unknown

We certify that we have not, either directly or indirectly, entered into any agreement or participated in any collusion or otherwise taken any action in restraint of free competition, that no attempt has been made to induce any other person or firm to submit or not to submit a bid, that this bid has been independently arrived at without collusion with any other bidder, competitor or potential competitor; that this bid has not been knowingly disclosed prior to the opening of bids to any other bidder or competitor; that the above statement is accurate under penalty of perjury.

We certify that we are not currently engaged in a boycott of the State of Israel. Should we be awarded a contract, we understand that future engagement in a boycott of the State of Israel may result in contract termination.

We will comply with all terms, conditions and specifications required by the state in this Request for Bid/Proposal and all terms of our bid.

Section 8: Bidder Signature

Name of Authorized Company Representative:

Title:

Fax:

Signature of Above

Date:

Email:

This document can be made available in alternate formats to individuals with disabilities upon request.

REQUEST FOR BID # SP-20-6

Signage for Access Campus Locations

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

SECTION #1: SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................................ 1-3

SECTION #2: GENERAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................................ 4-6

2.1 Background Information

2.2 Purpose

2.3 Scope

2.4 Definitions

2.5 Incurring Costs

2.6 Wisconsin eSupplier Portal Registration ................................................................................................ 4-5

2.7 Campus Delivery Requirements

2.8 Promotional Materials/Endorsements

2.9 Energy Star

2.10 Supplier Diversity.................................................................................................................................... 5-6

2.11 Reasonable Accommodations

SECTION #3: RFB PROCESS INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................... 7-8

3.1 Clarifications and/or Revisions through Designated Contact

3.2 Calendar of Events

3.3 Site Visit

3.4 Oral Presentations, Product Demonstrations & Site Visits

3.5 Late Responses

3.6 Contract Term

3.7 Proprietary Information

3.8 Method of Bid

3.9 Method of Award

3.10 Samples & Evaluation

3.11 Bid Review

SECTION #4: BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

4.1 Bidder Information

4.2 Bidder Experience

4.3 Authorization

4.4 Client List/References

4.5 Fair Price Analysis

4.6 Minimum Order

4.7 Debarment

SECTION #5: PERFORMANCE AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS ............................................................... 10-13

5.1 Firm Prices

5.2 F.O.B. Destination

5.3 On Site Service

5.4 Requirements for Criminal Background Checks ................................................................................ 10-11

5.5 Timeliness of Completion

5.6 Acceptance & Testing

5.7 Additional Services

5.8 Payment Terms

5.9 Invoicing Requirements

5.10 Insurance ............................................................................................................................................ 11-12

5.11 Subcontracting

5.12 Travel per Diem

5.13 Contract Termination .......................................................................................................................... 12-13

5.14 Record and Audit

5.15 Entire Contract

SECTION #6: SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................... 14-16

6.1 General Specifications

6.2 Cleaning and Disposal of Waste Material

6.3 Dust and Fumes Protection ................................................................................................................ 14-15

6.4 Quality Assurance

6.5 Field Measurements:

6.6 Safety

6.7 Personal, Employment Practices and Staffing

6.8 Shop Drawings and Art Work Proofs

6.9 University Branding Guidelines .......................................................................................................... 15-16

6.10 Warranty

6.11 Employee Identification

6.12 Purchased Service – USA Requirement

6.13 Environmentally Friendly (“Green”) Product

ATTACHMENTS .................................................................................................................................................... 17-54

ATTACHMENT A BIDDER RESPONSE SHEET .................................................................................... 17-19 ATTACHMENT B SPECIFICATIONS OF EXISTING SIGNAGE AND REQUESTED CHANGES ......... 20-43 ATTACHMENT C NEW SIGN MOCKUPS ............................................................................................... 44-45 ATTACHMENT D ITEMIZED BID LIST .................................................................................................... 46-48 ATTACHMENT E STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS ................................................................... 49-52 ATTACHMENT F SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SERVICES ......... 53-54

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN OSHKOSH BID NO: SP-20-6

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SECTION #1: SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

BIDS MUST BE DELIVERED TO:

Campus Service Center, Facilities Management-Purchasing, 650 Witzel Ave, Oshkosh, WI 54902

NUMBER OF COPIES TO BE SUBMITTED:

Two (2) hard copies of the completed bids, including the signed original, may be mailed, delivered by Bidder, or by a third-party/courier service in a sealed envelope or package with the RFB number on the outside. Bids must be received and date/time stamped prior to the stated bid due date and time. Bids not so date/time stamped shall be considered late. Late bids shall be rejected.

RETAIN A COPY OF YOUR BID RESPONSE FOR YOUR FILES

Bids may be dropped off at Campus Service Center, Facilities Management-Purchasing, Attn. Susan Poff, 650 Witzel Ave, Oshkosh, WI 54902, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 4:30 PM PRIOR to the due date and time.

Bids may be mailed to UW Oshkosh, Facilities Management – Purchasing, Attn. Susan Poff, 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI 54901.

E-MAILED RESPONSES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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VENDOR NOTE: FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE RETURN ADDRESS LABEL, IF THE ADDRESS IS THE SAME AS YOU LISTED ON THE REQUEST FOR BID FORM – YOU DO NOT NEED TO FILL OUT THE RETURN ADDRESS

LABEL.

RETURN ADDRESS LABEL:

Below is a label that can be taped to the outside of your sealed bid response. If returning your bid response by United States Postal Service mail, please fill out the information and tape to the outside of your bid package.

OFFICIAL SEALED BID

NUMBER: SP 20-6

DUE DATE: January 24, 2020 TIME: 2:00 PM CST

SHIP FROM:

VENDOR NAME HERE: ______________________________________

ADDRESS: ________________________________________________

SHIP TO:

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT-PURCHASING

ATTN: SUSAN POFF

800 ALGOMA BLVD.

OSHKOSH, WI 54901

Below is a label that can be taped to the outside of your sealed bid response. If returning your bid response by in person, overnight or Fed Ex please fill out the information and tape to the outside of your bid package.

OFFICIAL SEALED BID

NUMBER: SP 20-6

DUE DATE: January 24, 2020 TIME: 2:00 PM CST

SHIP FROM:

VENDOR NAME HERE: ______________________________________

ADDRESS: ________________________________________________

SHIP TO:

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT-PURCHASING

ATTN: SUSAN POFF

650 WITZEL AVE

OSHKOSH, WI 54902

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1.1 BID RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS:

In order for your bid to be considered, the following forms/information must be completed and submitted as part of your bid response. Failure to provide these forms/information with your bid submittal may disqualify your bid.

1. Request for Bid Form (DOA-3832)

2. Bidder Response Sheet (including attachments as requested on Bidder Response Sheet) (Attachment

A)

3. Specifications, descriptive brochure and detail for the item(s) bid (Section 6) (Attachment B, & C)

4. Itemized Bid List (Attachment D)

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SECTION #2: GENERAL INFORMATION

Conditions of bid which include the word “must” or “shall” describe a mandatory requirement. All specifications are defined as mandatory minimum requirements unless otherwise stated. If no bidder is able to comply with a given specification, condition of bid or provide a specific item/service on the Itemized Bid List, Purchasing reserves the right to delete that specification, condition of bid or item without having to complete the bid process again. FAILURE TO MEET A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT SHALL DISQUALIFY YOUR BID. This contract bid document and the awarded bidder’s (Contractor’s) response information shall become the Contract.

2.1 Background Information

Founded in 1871, the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is the third-largest university in Wisconsin. With a fulltime enrollment of more than 13,000 students and over 1,500 faculty and staff. UW Oshkosh offers 74 associate, baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in the colleges of Business, Education and Human Services, Letters and Science and Nursing. UW Oshkosh serves as the educational, cultural and economic engine for 1.2 million citizens of northeastern Wisconsin.

2.2 Purpose:

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, hereinafter referred to as the “University”, through its Administrative

Services-Purchasing Department, hereinafter referred to as “Purchasing”, is requesting bids for the updates to the existing interior signage at our Fox Cities campus.

2.3 Scope:

See Specifications (Section 6 and Attachment B & C) and/or Itemized Bid List (Attachment D) for the minimum acceptable specifications for items/services desired. The estimated item quantities identified on the Itemized Bid List are for bid purposes only. The University does not guarantee to purchase any specific quantity or dollar amount. This Contract must not be construed as mandatory upon any University campus, State agency or municipality. The University reserves the right to issue separate bids when deemed in the best interest of the University.

2.4 Definitions:

The following definitions are used throughout this document:

Agent means UW Oshkosh representative responsible for this Request for Bid. Full contact information can be found in Section 3.1.

Bidder means a firm submitting a bid in response to this Request for Bid.

CIC means Committee on Institutional Cooperation, a consortium of the Big Ten universities plus the University of Chicago.

Contractor means successful Bidder awarded the bid.

Department means UW Oshkosh Facilities Management DVB means Disabled Veteran-Owned Business..

MBE means Minority Business Enterprise.

Purchasing means the Purchasing Department in Office of Finance and Administration responsible for the procurement of goods and services on UW Oshkosh campus, located at 236 Dempsey Hall, 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI 54901.

Purchasing card means State credit card.

RFB means Request for Bid.

State means State of Wisconsin.

University UW Oshkosh and UWO all mean University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.

WBE means Woman-Owned Business Enterprise.

2.5 Incurring Costs:

The State of Wisconsin is not liable for any cost incurred by Bidders in replying to this RFB.

2.6 Wisconsin eSupplier Portal Registration

Only Bidders registered with the State of Wisconsin’s eSupplier Portal (the State’s electronic purchasing information system) will receive future official notice for this service/Commodity. The State of Wisconsin purchasing information and Bidder notification service is available to all businesses and organizations that want to sell to the State. Anyone may access the Wisconsin eSupplier Portal on the internet at https://eSupplier.wi.gov to register as a Bidder with the State of Wisconsin. Bidders may use the same internet address for inclusion on the Bidders list for goods and Services that the organization wants to sell to the State. A subscription with notification

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Increasingly, State agencies also are using Wisconsin eSupplier Portal to post simplified bids valued at $50,000 or less. Bidders also may receive email notices of these simplified bid opportunities. Bidders may also visit VendorNet on the internet at https://VendorNet.wi.gov to get information on State purchasing practices and policies, goods and Services that the State buys, and tips on selling to the State.

2.7 Campus Delivery Requirements:

2.7.1 The UW Oshkosh Central Receiving Address is:

Central Receiving 645 Dempsey Trail Oshkosh, WI 54902

Any service involving delivery or pickup shall be made to or from University departments five days per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. unless negotiated otherwise.

2.7.2 The UW Oshkosh Mailing Address is:

UW Oshkosh 800 Algoma Blvd.

Oshkosh, WI 54901

2.9.3 The Access Campus Address:

UWO Fox Cities 1478 Midway Rd.

Menasha, WI 54953

2.8 Promotional Materials/Endorsements:

Contractor agrees that they will not use any promotional or marketing material which states expressly or implies that the University endorses either the Contractor or any party related to the Contractor or this Contract.

2.9 Energy Star:

The State encourages the use of equipment which meets the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star™ requirements. The Energy Star Program is a voluntary contract between an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and the EPA. It is not mandatory that every device offered under this bid meet Energy Star requirements but the bulk of the product line should be energy efficient. Bidder should identify those items which meet the Energy Star requirements on the Bidder Response Sheet.

2.10 Supplier Diversity

2.10.1 Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE)

The State of Wisconsin is committed to the promotion of minority business in the state's purchasing program and a goal of placing 5% of its total purchasing dollars with certified minority businesses.

Authority for this program is found in ss. 15.107(2), 16.75(4), 16.75(5) and 560.036(2), Wisconsin Statutes. The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is committed to the promotion of minority business in the state's purchasing program.

The State of Wisconsin policy provides that Wisconsin Certified minority-owned business enterprises should have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of its contracts. The supplier/contractor is strongly urged to use due diligence to further this policy by awarding subcontracts to minority-owned business enterprises or by using such enterprises to provide goods and services incidental to this agreement, with a goal of awarding at least 5% of the contract price to such enterprises.

The supplier/contractor shall furnish information at least once per year, in the format specified by the University, about its purchases (including dollar amounts) from Wisconsin certified MBEs, and additional efforts made to achieve this goal.

A listing of certified minority businesses, as well as the services and commodities they provide, is available from the Department of Administration, Office of the Minority Business Program, 608/267-7806.

To view all MBE firms go to https://wisdp.wi.gov/search.aspx select the MBE box and click search.

https://vendornet.wi.gov/ https://wisdp.wi.gov/search.aspx

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2.10.2 Woman Owned Business (WBE)

The State of Wisconsin is committed to the promotion of Woman-Owned Businesses as outlined in 560.035, Wisconsin Statutes.

The State of Wisconsin policy provides that Woman-Owned Businesses certified by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce should have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of its contracts. The supplier/contractor is strongly urged to use due diligence to further this policy by awarding subcontracts to Woman-Owned Businesses or by using such businesses to provide goods and services incidental to this agreement.

2.10.3 Disabled Veteran Owned Business (DVB)

The State of Wisconsin policy provides that Disabled Veteran-Owned businesses certified by the Wisconsin Department of Commerce should have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of its contracts. The supplier/contractor is strongly urged to use due diligence to further this policy by awarding subcontracts to Disabled Veteran-Owned businesses or by using such enterprises to provide goods and services incidental to this agreement.

2.11 Reasonable Accommodations:

University will provide reasonable accommodations, including the provision of informational material in an alternative format, for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If any alternate accommodations are needed, contact Susan Poff at (920) 424-2006.

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SECTION #3: RFB PROCESS INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 Clarifications and/or Revisions through Designated Contact:

All communications and/or questions in regard to this RFB must be in writing and reference the RFB number.

Bidders are encouraged to e-mail questions to Susan Poff (poffs@uwosh.edu) in the Facilities Management Purchasing Office.

If a Bidder discovers any significant ambiguity, error, conflict, discrepancy, omission, or other deficiency in this RFB, they shall have up until five (5) business days after the RFB issue date to notify, in writing, Susan Poff at the address shown below of such error and request modification or clarification of the RFB document.

Susan Poff

UW Oshkosh Facilities Management - Purchasing 800 Algoma Blvd

Oshkosh, WI 54901

PHONE 920/424-2006

E-mail: poffs@uwosh.edu

If a Bidder fails to notify the Facilities Management Purchasing Office of an error in the RFB document which is known to the Bidder, or which must have reasonably been known to the Bidder, then the Bidder shall submit a response at the Bidder’s risk and if awarded a contract, shall not be entitled to additional compensation or time by reason of the error or its later correction.

In the event that it becomes necessary to provide additional clarifying data or information, or to revise any part of this RFB, supplements or revisions will be posted on http://vendornet.state.wi.us and publicnotices.wi.gov and provided to all recipients of this initial RFB.

Any contact with University employees concerning this RFB are prohibited, except as authorized by the RFB manager during the period from date of release of the RFB until the notice of award is released.

Contacting anyone other than the Designated Contact(s) above may disqualify your RFB.

3.2 Calendar of Events:

Event Date RFB Release Date ..................................................... January 6, 2020 Written Questions due ................................................ January 15, 2020 Site Visit .................................................................... See Section 3.3 RFBs DUE BY: ........................................................... January 24, 2020 @ 2:00 PM CST/CDT Award Notification: ..................................................... January 2020 Contract start date: ..................................................... February 2020 (estimated)

3.3 Site Visit:

Bidder should visit the job site prior to submitting a bid to assure themselves and the University that they fully understand all requirements and to examine the facility to learn of all existing conditions, access, and limitation of the project. No additional charges shall be allowed by the Contractor for lack of information or misunderstanding information if the Bidder does not visit each campus.

Bidders are invited to visit each campus between January 6 -24, 2020. All site visits can be completed as bidder’s schedules permit during the University’s regular business hours which are Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 4:30pm.

3.4 Oral Presentations, Product Demonstrations and Site Visits (Pre Award)

The University, at its sole discretion, may require oral presentations, product demonstrations and/or vendor location site visits to validate information submitted with the bids. Failure of a bidder to conduct a presentation on the date scheduled or allow an on-site/vendor site visit may result in rejection of the bid. These events cannot be used as an opportunity to alter bids submitted.

3.5 Late Responses:

Any response received after the time and date specified in Section 3.2 will not be opened or reviewed.

http://vendornet.state.wi.us/ http://publicnotices.wi.gov/

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3.6 Contract Term

The initial term of this contract shall be date of award through one year after date of completed installation.

3.7 Proprietary Information:

Any information contained in the Bidder’s response that is proprietary must be detailed separately on form DOA- 3832. Marking of the entire response as proprietary will neither be accepted nor honored. The University cannot guarantee that all such material noted remains confidential, particularly if it becomes a significant consideration in contract award. Information will only be kept confidential to the extent allowed by State of Wisconsin Public Disclosure Law (refer to Standard Terms and Conditions, Section 27.0).

3.8 Method of Bid:

Bidder must submit a net price for each line item. Bidders must provide their grand total. Prices listed should be in US dollars unless otherwise indicated.

3.9 Method of Award:

Award(s) shall be made on the basis of the lowest net line item price(s) and/or the lowest grand total, whichever is judged to be in the best interest of the University. Bids that state the University shall guarantee orders of a specific quantity or dollar amount will be disqualified.

Supplier Diversity Preferences

State of Wisconsin agencies may make awards to certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), or Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (DVB) firms submitting the lowest qualified bid when that qualified bid is not more than 5% higher than the apparent low bid or the proposal is no more than 5% lower than the apparent high point score.

Authority for this program is found in ss. 16.75(3m)(b)2,3, 16.75(3m)(c)(4) and 560.0335(1)(b)(3), 15.107(2), 16.75(4), 16.75(5) and 560.036(2), Wisconsin Statutes.

3.10 Samples Prior to Award:

Sample(s), may be requested in writing following the bid opening and shall be provided within five (5) business days for award consideration or the bid may be disqualified at no cost to the university. Sample(s) must be for the exact item(s) quoted or be subject to rejection. The product(s) should be labeled “Sample” and sent, transportation fully paid, to the attention of:

UW Oshkosh Attn: Susan Poff 650 Witzel Ave Oshkosh, WI 54902

3.11 Bid Review:

Bids will be reviewed by UW Oshkosh to verify that they meet all specified requirements in this RFB. This verification may include contacting references furnished in the vendor's bid, requesting reports on the vendor's financial stability, conducting demonstrations of the vendor's proposed product(s) and service(s), and reviewing results of past awards to the vendor by the State of Wisconsin. Vendors may not contact that State's reviewer(s) except at the State's request.

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SECTION #4: BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS

To be eligible for a Contract award, you must be qualified and able to provide the following as required or your bid will be disqualified (respond on "Bidder Response Sheet".)

4.1 Bidder Information:

Bidder must complete DOA-3832 to identify designated contact people, to provide information regarding the size of the bidder’s company, and other information as requested. All sections of this form must be completed.

4.2 Bidder Experience:

Bidder Company must be in the business of providing and installation of Interior Signs and must have done so for the past five (5) years.

4.3 Authorization:

Bidder must be an original manufacturer, authorized distributor, or dealer authorized by manufacturer with service and repair capabilities for the item. On Bidder Response Sheet identify account number with manufacturer, as applicable.

4.4 Client List/References:

Bidder must indicate on DOA-3832 form with their bid a client list of THREE (3) firms to which similar services have been provided during the past three (3) years to a comparable sized institution or company. If contacted, information received from those clients will be used to determine whether bidder can reasonably meet contract requirements and specifications. Client references may be used in the award consideration. The University may perform due diligence by contacting any applicable business reference, including references from within the UW System or those references sought out independently of those submitted by bidder. The University reserves the right to disqualify any Bidder whose references don’t support their stated claim of qualifications in their response.

4.5 Fair Price Analysis:

Purchases made under this contract may require further fair price analysis. Bidders should identify on the Bidder Response Sheet the type of documentation they will provide (i.e. published price list, list of previous buyers, etc.)

to allow the University to complete this analysis. The awarded Bidder will be required to provide this documentation prior to the order being issued.

4.6 Minimum Order:

Bids that require any minimum order quantity or dollar amount may be disqualified.

4.7 Debarment:

Federal Executive Order (E.O.) 12549 “Debarment“ requires that all contractors receiving individual awards, using federal funds, and all subrecipients certify that the organization and its principals are not debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by any Federal department or agency from doing business with the Federal Government. By signing this document you certify that your organization and its principals are not debarred. Failure to comply or attempts to edit this language may disqualify your bid.

Information on debarment is available at the following websites: www.sam.gov and https://acquisition.gov/far/index.html see section 52.209-6.

https://www.sam.gov/portal/public/SAM/ https://acquisition.gov/far/index.html

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SECTION #5: PERFORMANCE AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Firm Prices:

Prices must remain firm for one year from the date of the signed contract. Prices established may be lowered due to general market conditions or negotiations between the Contractor and the University.

5.2 F.O.B. Destination, All deliveries shall be FOB Destination. Delivery charges and risk of loss shall be borne by the Contractor.

Delivery will be made by common carrier or Contractor’s truck, with unloading to be performed by the carrier/contractor and carton(s) transported to the interior/ground floor or inside dock at various locations. Bid prices must include all packing, freight, insurance charges and installation/operation manuals.

If bidding other than F.O.B. Destination, as stated, F.O.B. point and shipping charges must be identified on the Itemized Bid List. This additional cost will be added to the bid total and will serve as the basis for determining the award.

Indicate on the Bidder Response Sheet the Country of Origin and Shipping Point.

Failure to bid FOB DESTINATION delivery charges and risk of loss borne by the Contractor in bid price or discount may disqualify your bid.

5.3 On Site Service:

In carrying out the scope of this Contract, the Contractor shall be required to perform services on University property. Bidders cost must include all transportation charges.

5.4 Requirements for Criminal Background Checks

Background Checks of Contracted Individuals

This contract is contingent upon, prior to the commencement of services, the independent Contractor passing a criminal background check performed by the Criminal Background Check Coordinator of the unit for which the individual will be engaging in activities or rendering services. This background check will evaluate whether the individual has any pending charges or convictions that are substantially related to the contracted-for activities or services, including but not limited to, those that would render the worker unsuitable for regular contact with children. Disqualifying convictions or charges include, but are not limited to, sexual offenses, violent offenses, and drug offenses.

If, in the course of providing services to UW Oshkosh, Contractor (or its employee) observes an incident or threat of child abuse or neglect, or learns of an incident or threat of child abuse or neglect, and the Contractor (or its employee) has reasonable cause to believe that child abuse or neglect has occurred or will occur, Contractor must make a report of that abuse or neglect to law enforcement or to a county social service agency as provided in the UW-System’s Policy on Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect (“the Policy”). If the suspected child abuse or neglect involves an allegation against a UW employee or agent (e.g. student, volunteer, Contractor, etc.), or the incident or threat of child abuse or neglect occurred on the UW campus or during a University-sponsored activity, the Contractor shall also report to the UW Oshkosh Police Department or University Office for Equity and Diversity.

Background Checks of Contractors

This contract is contingent upon, Contractor supplying workers who have passed a criminal background check that includes a national criminal background check database demonstrating the worker has no convictions or pending criminal charges that are substantially related to the contracted-for activities or services, including but not limited to, those that would render the worker unsuitable for regular contact with children. Disqualifying convictions or charges include, but are not limited to, sexual offenses, violent offenses, and drug offenses.

If, in the course of providing services to UW Oshkosh, Contractor (or its employee) observes an incident or threat of child abuse or neglect, or learns of an incident or threat of child abuse or neglect, and the Contractor (or its employee) has reasonable cause to believe that child abuse or neglect has occurred or will occur, Contractor must make a report of that abuse or neglect to law enforcement or to a county social service agency as provided in the UW-System’s Policy on Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect (“the Policy”). If the suspected child abuse or neglect involves an allegation against a UW employee or agent (e.g. student, volunteer, Contractor, etc.), or the incident or threat of child abuse or neglect occurred on the UW campus or during a

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University-sponsored activity, the Contractor shall also report to the UW Oshkosh Police Department or University Office for Equity and Diversity.

5.5 Timeliness of Completion:

Completion of the installation is to be completed within 4 weeks of issued purchase order. State on the Itemized Bid List when anticipated installation completion date. Timeliness of delivery may be used in evaluation for bid award.

5.6 Acceptance and Testing (Post Award)

Acceptance testing will occur within 10 days after the item/service has been installed. Acceptance testing will be performed by the University and will consist of verification of the specifications and performance requirements.

If the item/service does not meet specification or performance requirements, the Contractor will have 10 days to meet requirements. If after this time period the item/service still does not meet specifications or performance requirements, the Contractor agrees to remove the item and return any payments that may have been made.

Susan Poff or her designee, is the only authorized person who can sign an acceptance form. The warranty period will begin following the successful acceptance testing.

5.7 Additional Services:

Additional related services may be added to this Contract at the discretion of Purchasing. Prices shall be consistent with the Contract prices for like services currently included in the Contract. Contractor should promptly notify Purchasing of new or discontinued services.

5.8 Payment Terms

Payment will not be made until the item/service is determined to meet all specifications and has been accepted by the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. The University will pay the Contractor Net 30 days as accepted by the

5.9 Invoicing Requirements:

Invoices for Purchase Orders:

5.9.1 Contractor must agree that all invoices shall reflect the discounts and net prices established for the services on this contract.

The University must meet a statutory mandate to pay or reject invoices within 30 days of receipt of properly submitted invoices by University Accounts Payable. Before payment is made, Accounts Payable must verify that all invoiced charges are correct per this Contract. Only properly submitted invoices will be officially processed for payment. The Prompt Payment Policy requires that your invoices be clear and complete and in conformity with the list below and must be itemized showing:

Contractor name remit to address purchase order number date of order/release item manufacturer’s name or abbreviation (if applicable) complete item description including catalog, model and/or stock number(s) identical to those stated in bid prices per the Contract

At the discretion of Purchasing, invoices not reflecting the correct discount or net prices may be short paid or disputed.

The original invoice must be sent to University Accounts Payable, P.O.BOX 2884, Oshkosh, WI 54903- 2884 unless the customer identifies and establishes a different bill-to location.

5.10 Insurance:

Contractor will always during the terms of this contract keep in force and effect commercial general liability, automobile liability, excess/umbrella liability, worker’s compensation, and employer’s liability insurance policies issued by a company or companies rated A- or better by AM Best and authorized to conduct business in the State of Wisconsin with the following minimum limits of coverage;

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Commercial General Liability: Each Occurrence $1,000,000; Damage to Rented Premises $100,000; General

Aggregate $2,000,000; Products Comp/Op Agg $2,000,000

Automobile Liability: Combined Single Limit $1,000,000; Excess/Umbrella Liability; Each Occurrence $1,000,000;

Aggregate; $1,000,000;

Worker’s Compensation: Statutory Limits

Employer’s Liability: Each Accident $100,000; Disease Each Employee $100,000; Disease Policy Limit $500,000

*or such higher limits sufficient for these insurance policies to be scheduled under the Umbrella policy.

A certificate of insurance must be provided upon award and provided on an annual basis throughout the term of the Contract. The Contractor shall add: “The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System, its officers, employees and agents” as an ‘additional insured’ under the commercial general, automobile and Contractor’s liability policies. The certificate holder shall be listed as the University of Wisconsin-System Administration or System campus for their respective purchases.

Contractor shall give sixty (60) day advance written notice of non-renewal, cancellation, or expiration during the term of this Contract. In the event of non-renewal, cancellation, or expiration, the contractor shall provide the

University evidence of the new source(s) of required insurance within twenty-one (21) calendar days after the

University’s receipt of the sixty (60) day notice. Failure to maintain the required insurance in force may be cause for contract termination.

The university reserves the right to require higher or lower limits where warranted

5.11 Subcontracting:

5.11.1 Any Contract resulting from this bid shall not be, in whole or in part, subcontracted, assigned, or otherwise transferred to any Subcontractor without prior written approval by Purchasing. Upon request Contractor must provide Subcontractor’s complete contact information including EIN# (TIN#, SS#) and signed W-9 form.

5.11.2 The Contractor shall be directly responsible for any subcontractor's performance and work quality when used by the Contractor to carry out the scope of the job. University reserves the right to assess Contractor damages in excess of the contract amount for Subcontractor’s failure to perform or inability to complete required project milestones.

5.11.3 Subcontractors must abide by all terms and conditions under this Contract.

5.11.4 If Subcontractors are to be used, the Contractor must clearly explain their participation, deliverables, and project milestones prior to commencing work.

5.12 Travel Per Diems

All of the Contractor’s travel and per diem expenses (as applicable) shall be the Contractor’s sole responsibility.

Payment to the Contractor by the University shall not include an additional amount for this purpose.

5.13 Contract Termination

5.13.1 The University may terminate the Contract at any time, without cause, by providing 15 days written notice to the Contractor. If the Contract is so terminated, the University is liable only for payments for products provided or services performed, to the extent that any actual direct costs have been incurred by the Contractor pursuant to fulfilling the contract. The University will be obligated to pay such expenses up to the date of the termination.

5.13.2 Shall either party fail to perform under the terms of this Contract; the aggrieved party may notify the other party in writing of such failure and demand that the same be remedied within 30 calendar days.

Should the defaulting party fail to remedy the same within said period, the other party shall then have the right to terminate this Contract immediately. Performance failure can be defined as but not limited to failure to provide any of the Terms, Conditions or Specifications.

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5.13.3 If at any time the Contractor performance threatens the health and/or safety of the University, its staff, students or others who may be on campus, the University has the right to cancel and terminate the Contract without notice.

5.13.4 Failure to maintain the required Certificates of Insurance, Permits and Licenses shall be cause for

Contract termination. If the Contractor fails to maintain and keep in force the insurance as provided in Standard Terms and Conditions, Section 23.0, the University has the right to cancel and terminate the Contract without notice.

5.13.5 If at any time a petition in bankruptcy shall be filed against the Contractor and such petition is not dismissed within 90 calendar days, or if a receiver or trustee of Contractor's property is appointed and such appointment is not vacated within 90 calendar days, the University has the right, in addition to any other rights of whatsoever nature that it may have at law or in equity, to terminate this contract by giving 10 calendar days notice in writing of such termination.

5.13.6 All notices of performance failure must be submitted in writing to Purchasing, 236 Dempsey Hall, 800

Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI 54901. Purchasing shall be final authority for all performance failure determinations not resolved through the ordering department.

5.14 Record and Audit

The Contractor shall establish, maintain, report as needed, and submit upon request records of all transactions conducted under the contract. All records must be kept in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures. All procedures must be in accordance with federal, State of Wisconsin and local ordinances.

The University shall have the right to audit, review, examine, copy, and transcribe any pertinent records or documents held by the Contractor related to this contract. The Contractor shall retain all applicable documents for a period of not less than five years after the final contract payment is made. The University reserves the right to inspect any facilities used to support this Contract.

5.15 Entire Contract

A contract will be awarded based on the criteria established in this Request for Bid, including attachments and any amendments issued. The RFB, the bid response, and written communications incorporated into the contract constitute the entire contract between the parties. The hierarchy of documents in descending order for resolution is as follows:

A. Contract Award Letter B. Original Request Bid Number SP-20-6, dated January 6, 2020, including amendments/ attachments C. Bidder response to RFB.

D. Official Purchase Order (when applicable)

Any other terms and conditions provided by the Bidder with the bid or for future transactions against this contract, including but not limited to click on agreements accepted by the Customer; shrink wrapped agreements; or terms submitted with quotations, order acknowledgements, or invoices; will be considered null and void and will not be enforceable by the Contractor unless agreed to in a written amendment signed by the University Purchasing Department. Any exceptions to this RFB should be submitted with your response and alternative language proposed. Deviations and exceptions from original text, terms, conditions, or specifications shall be described fully, on the bidder's/proposer's letterhead, signed, and attached to the bid response as an attachment. Each deviation and exception must be identified by the section, page and paragraph to which it applies. In the absence of such statement, the bid/proposal shall be accepted as in strict compliance with all terms, conditions, and specifications and the bidder/proposer shall be held liable.

Submitting a standard Bidder contract or term and condition as a complete substitute or alternative for the language in this solicitation will not be accepted and may result in rejection of the bid.

The University reserves the right to negotiate contractual terms and conditions or reject the Bidder‘s response and proceed to the next qualified bidder.

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SECTION #6 SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS OF ITEMS/SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED:

See Specifications (Section 6 and Attachment B & C) and/or Itemized Bid List (Attachment D) for the minimum acceptable specifications for items/services desired.

UWO Specifications may not be revised without an official written amendment issued by Purchasing.

6.1 General Specifications:

6.1.1 The Bidder’s response must be clearly identified by manufacturer and catalog/model/stock…