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First Amendment with The Gordian Group c 7F - 7~o D z FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AND THE GORDIAN GROUP INC, FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A JOB ORDER CONTRACTING (JOC) SYSTEM. This First Amendment to the Agreement, dated July 10, .2002, is entered into this 15~' day of April, 2008, by the CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, a Florida municipal corporation, whose address is 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida, 33139 (City), and THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC. (TGG), whose prinapal address is 140 Bridges Road, Suite E, Mauldin, South Carolina, 29662. WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, as provided in Request for Proposals No. 49-00/01 and Article X of the Agreement, entitled "Changes of Scope,A the City desires to extend the existing Agreement with TGG for an additional sixty (60) months, said extension commencing on Aprii 15, 2008, and ending on April 15, 2013; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Article VIII of the Agreement, entitled "Schedule of Fees," the City and TGG have agreed to a fee schedule during the aforementioned extension term, as set forth below. NOW THEREFORE, the City, and TGG, for and in consideration of the mutual covenants, agreements and undertakings herein contained, do by these presents mutually covenant and agree to amend the Agreement, as follows: 1. The City and TGG hereby agree to an extension of the term of the Agreement; said extension commencing on April 15, 2008, and ending on April 15, 2013. 2. For any amounts of work ordered under the JOC System during the extension term, the City agrees to pay TGG based on the fee schedule attached in Exhibit °A" hereto. 3. F~ccept as otherwise specifically amended herein, all other terms and conditions of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. In the event there is a conflict between the terms provided herein and the Agreement, the provisions of this First Amendment shall govern. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and TGG have hereunto affixed their respective hands and seals at the place, and on the day and date first hereinabove written. Signed, sealed and delivered in the presence of: Attest: Ro ert Parcher, City Clerk CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA: Gonzalez, ~ty-IGanager Attest: Secretary ~ s~.~ C~~ (Print Name) THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC. President (Print Name APPROVED AS TO FORM ~ LANGUAGE $ FO ECU770N ty ttom a e 2 Exhibit "A" THE GORDIAN GROUP® - -_ _.. _ ..__.. . April 17, 2008 City of Miami Beach Mr. Gus Lopez Procurement Director City Hall 1700 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139 Re: Ucense Fee Dfscount Offer Dear Mr. Lopez: In response to your request for volume discounts from our standard fee schedule, please see the discount fee schedule below that The Gordian Group, Inc ("TGG") is willing to offer for extending the Agreement for TGG to provide Job Order Contracting consulting services and licensed products to the City of Miami Beach (the "City") for an addfional five (5) year period (inclusive of any option years). This fee discount structure based on Job Order Value is a structure TGG has never offered to another client; however it seems to be the structure that the City's CIP group finds most valuable tD the City. In appreciation of our long-term relationship with the City, and in recognition that CIP is the largest user of the system within the City, we are wiling to accommodate their request. Our discount fee schedule offer follows: Job Order Size TGG License Fees Individual Job Orders Up To $2,000,000 in Value 1.95°~ Individual Job Orders Between $2,000,001 and 1 75% $5,000,000 in Value . lndividuai Job Orders Over $5,000,000 in Value 1.50% All Deduct Supplemental Job Orders (Negafive Change Orders) will be Credited at the License Fee Level of The Base Job Order. All Other Supplemental Job Orders Witi be Billed Based on their Individual Value According to the License Fee Schedule Above. We appreciated the opportunity to provide consulting services and licensed products to the City and it is our preference to continue under revised terms of a new Agreement (or t Page 1 of 2 1d0 BRIDGES ROAD. SUITE E MAUIDIN. SOUTH CAROLINA Y9662 B00/87d-2291 FA% 864/288-'9100 an amendment to the existing Agreement). If you anticipate very large individual Job OrrJers, this discount fee schedule should be attractive to you. Given the expiration of our existing Agreement, and our on-site presence and licensed assets, please notify us of the City's intent with regard to this Agreement renewal matter in a timely manner. Sincerely, Ed Snow Treasurer cc: Mike Guerra Dave Mahler File Page 2 of 2 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NIIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA AND THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC. FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A JOB ORDER CONTRACTING (JOC) SYSTEM This Agreement is made this ~O ~ day of _ iK ~~/ , 2002, by and between the City of Miami Beach, Florida, whose address is 1700 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, ("Client"), and The Gordian Group, Inc., whose address is 531 South Main Street, Suite M7, Greenville, South Cazolina 29601 ("TGG"). WITNESSETH WHEREAS, Client desires to engage the services of a firm to serve as consultants and to perform services related to the development and implementation of a Job Order Contracting Program ("JOC"), in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth herein. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants and agreements herein contained, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which aze hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows: ARTICLE I TERM Client hereby retains TGG as Client's Job Order Contracting Consultant for the term commencing on the date of this Agreement and expiring sixty (60) months after the selection of the first job order construction contractor, unless terminated or extended as provided for herein. ARTICLE II GRANT OF LICENSE TGG hereby grants to Client and Client hereby accepts from TGG anon-exclusive right, license, and privilege to use TGG's JOC System and other related Proprietary Information in connection with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. The parties hereby agree that "Proprietary Information" shall include, but is not limited to, Construction Task Catalog (CTC)~ , PROGEN® software and support documentation, and training materials developed by TGG. Client acknowledges that disclosure of Proprietary Information will result in irreparable harm to TGG for which monetary damages would be an inadequate remedy and agrees that no such disclosure shall be made to anyone without first receiving the written consent of TGG. Client further acknowledges and agrees to respect the copyrights, registrations, trade secrets and other proprietary rights of TGG in the Proprietary Information during and after the term of this Agreement and shall, to the extent allowed under State of Florida Public Records law, at all times maintain complete confidentiality with regard to the Proprietary Information provided to Client. In the event this Agreement expires or terminates as provided herein, the Client shall return to TGG all Proprietary Information in the Client's possession. JOC Consulting Agreement July 10, 2002 Page 1 of 7 Notwithstanding the foregoing, Client shall be allowed to distribute materials as required for the proper performance of JOC. ARTICLE III DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -BASIC SERVICES TGG will assume the following duties and responsibilities: 1. TGG will provide experienced staff that will be responsible for the JOC development and implementation program. This staff will report directly to Client and will be available to assist Client with any JOC related issues. 2. TGG will be responsible for the development of JOC documents including the unit price book, technical specifications, contract terms and conditions and bid documents. 3. TGG will be responsible for the development of the automated JOC proposal development system (PROGEN®), which will be capable of generating the JOC documents including contractor cost proposals, cost estimates and other management reports and forms. 4. TGG will be responsible for installing and testing PROGENY' on both Client and JOC contractor hazdwaze systems. Client will have no restrictions on the number of PROGEN® installations. 5. TGG will be responsible for testing/debugging PROGEN® under actual field conditions prior to the implementation of JOC. 6. TGG will be responsible for conducting the activities necessary for establishing the structure of the Client's JOC program, informing the internal Client staff as well as the contracting community about JOC, assisting with procurement of the actual JOC contractors and assisting with development of the actual execution procedures that Client will use in executing the JOC concept. Specific services will include: • Develop the JOC Program StructureBidding Strategy, • Prepaze and Conduct Pre-Bid Seminars, • Prepaze and Conduct an External Marketing Program, • Prepare and Conduct an Internal Marketing Program, and • Coordinate and Develop the JOC Execution Procedures. 7. TGG will be responsible for developing a comprehensive JOC training program, which will include different course modules in order for Client staff to receive specialized training. 8. It shall be TGG's sole and absolute responsibility to familiarize itself with the City of Miami Beach Procurement Ordinance, as same is codified in the Miami Beach City Code, and as may be amended from time to time; any and all applicable City of Miami Beach JOC Consulting Agreement July 10, 2002 Page 2 of 7 procurement procedures and policies; and any and all applicable State of Florida procurement policies, as same are set forth in the Florida Statutes and as may be amended from time to time. This Agreement, and TGG's duties and responsibilities herein, shall at all times comply with the aforestated laws and policies. 9. TGG will be responsible for assuring that all Services to be provided in this Agreement, and that the JOC Program itself, shall comply with all applicable City of Miami Beach and State of Florida procurement laws, as same may be amended from time to time. 10. TGG staff will assist in the actual execution of the contracts by helping Client staff develop the initial Work Orders. TGG staff will attend and monitor initial site visits, proposal development and negotiation sessions. During the ninety (90) day period after award of the first JOC contractor, TGG will provide on-site service as needed to ensure that the implementation phase of the JOC program is completed successfully. 11. TGG will be responsible for providing comprehensive JOC support to Client for a period of sixty (60) months following the award of the first JOC contract by Client. TGG will also monitor the overall program and prepare any status reports required by Client. ARTICLE IV DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -ADDITIONAL SERVICES TGG shall provide additional services to Client as mutually agreed. However, no additional service will be provided by TGG without prior written authorization by Client. ARTICLE V DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -Client Client will assume the following duties and responsibilities: 1. Review all documentation and requests for information submitted by TGG in a timely manner. 2. Provide full information regarding requirements for the JOC Program, including but not limited to facilities lists, current Client procedures, programs, technical specifications and bidding information. 3. Designate, in writing, a representative who shall render or obtain decisions in a timely manner pertaining to the JOC Program. 4. Provide office space, furniture, fixtures, telephones, and equipment to TGG's JOC Project Manager. 5. Provide reproduction services for all draft and final versions of the Construction Task Catalog, Technical Specifications, Contract Terms and Conditions, Instructions to Bidders JOC Consulting Agreement July 10, 2002 Page 3 of 7 and Proposal Forms, Execution Procedures and Training Materials. ARTICLE VI INDENINIFICATION TGG agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Client, its officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims against Client, its officers, agents, and employees, which may arise out of any negligent act of TGG or any subconsultant employed by TGG or any of their officers, agents or employees related to this Agreement and/or the JOC Program. ARTICLE VII INSURANCE TGG shall maintain general liability insurance coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence and workers' compensation insurance as required by law during the entire term of this Agreement naming the City of Miami Beach, Florida as an additional insured. TGG shall furnish to Client a certificate of insurance evidencing the required coverage and providing that the insurance will not be cancelled without thirty (30) days written notice to Client. ARTICLE VIII SCHEDULE OF FEES In consideration of the Basic Services performed under Article III above, Client agrees to utilize the JOC system for the placement of at least two million dollars ($2,000,000) in construction services during the term hereof, and to pay TGG a licensing fee according to the following schedule: For any amounts cumulating up to seven million dollars ($7,000,000) of work ordered under the JOC system during the term hereof, Client agrees to pay TGG four percent (4%) of that amount. For any amounts cumulating over seven million dollars ($7,000,000) of work ordered under the JOC system during the term hereof, Client agrees to pay TGG one and one-half percent (1'/z %) of that amount. Favorite City Provision: In the event that TGG enters into an agreement with any other municipality in Miami-Dade County, Monroe County, Broward County, or Palm Beach County, which provides for a lower fee than the percentages stated above (i.e. 4% for the first $7MM, and 1.5% over $7MM), TGG agrees to amend this agreement to reflect the lower fee(s). In consideration for additional services, TGG shall be compensated an amount equal to (1) 250% of actual direct labor costs plus reimbursement for the actual cost of all non-labor direct expenses incurred by TGG; or (2) a mutually agreed upon fee. JOC Consulting Agreement July 10, 2002 Page 4 of 7 ARTICLE IX PAYMENT Invoices for TGG's fee shall be submitted monthly. Invoices for any additional services provided pursuant to this Agreement shall be submitted on a monthly basis and shall include a detailed description of the services provided. Client shall pay TGG's invoices within thirty (30) calendar days from the invoice date. In the event of a dispute regarding an invoice, Client shall pay all undisputed invoice amounts within thirty (30) days of the original invoice date. ARTICLE X CHANGE OF SCOPE Client may, from time to time, request changes in the scope of services to be performed by TGG hereunder or may request an extension of the term of this Agreement. No such change, including any increase or decrease in the amount of compensation, which shall be mutually agreed upon by and between Client and TGG, shall be effective and enforceable until and unless a written amendment or change order to this Agreement has been executed by both parties and attached hereto and, as determined by Client unless such change is approved by the City Manager and/or the City Commission, as the case may be, of the City of Miami Beach. ARTICLE XI TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT Termination by Client: Client may terminate this Agreement without cause and for convenience at any time by providing notice to TGG in writing ninety (90) days prior to such termination. In the event Client exercises such termination right, Client shall pay to TGG, within (30) days, for services performed by TGG less the sum of all payments made prior to termination. If at the end of any consecutive one-year period during the term of this Agreement, Client has discontinued efforts to utilize the JOC System and Client has not utilized the JOC System to order two million dollars ($2,000,000) in construction services, then this Agreement may be terminated by TGG for convenience. If TGG shall fail to fulfill its obligation under this Agreement or if TGG shall violate any of the material provisions of this Agreement, then Client shall thereupon have the right to terminate this Agreement for cause by giving written notice specifying the cause for such termination and the termination date which shall be at least seven (7) days after the date such notice is given. In the event of a termination for cause, Client shall pay TGG only for those services satisfactorily performed by TGG and such shall be the extent of Client's liability to TGG. JOC Consulting Agreement July 10, 2002 Page 5 of 7 Termination by TGG: If Client shall fail to fulfill its obligation under this Agreement or if Client shall violate any of the material provisions of this Agreement, then TGG shall thereupon have the right to terminate this Agreement for cause by giving written notice specifying the cause for such termination and the termination date which shall be at least thirty (30) days after the date such notice is given. In the event of a termination for cause, Client shall pay TGG only for those services satisfactorily performed by TGG and such shall be the extent of Client's liability to TGG. ARTICLE XII CONTRACT UNASSIGNABLE Neither Client nor TGG shall have the right to assign or transfer its interest in this Agreement. However, if TGG shall elect to change the name of the corporation, such an event shall not be construed to be an assignment under the terms thereof. ARTICLE XIII ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement represents the entire and integrated agreement between Client and TGG and may be amended only by written instrument, which is approved by both parties. ARTICLE IX VENUE This Agreement shall be enforceable in Miami-Dade County, Florida, and if legal action is necessary by either party with respect to the enforcement of any and all the terms or conditions herein, exclusive venue for the enforcement of same shall lie in Miami-Dade County, Florida. ARTICLE X WAIVER OF JURY TRIAL THE CITY AND TGG HEREBY KNOWINGLY AND INTENTIONALLY WAIVE THE RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY ACTION OR PROCEEDING THAT THE CITY AND TGG MAY HEREIN AFTER INSTITUTE AGAINST EACH OTHER WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTER ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT. ARTICLE XI LIMITATION OF CITY'S LIABILITY The City desires to enter into this Agreement only if in so doing the City can place a limit on its liability for any cause of action for money damages due to an alleged breach by the City of this Agreement, so that its liability for any such breach never exceeds the sum of $100,000. TGG hereby JOC Consulting Agreement July 10, 2002 Page 6 of 7 expresses his willingness to enter into this Agreement with TGG's recovery from the City for any damage action for breach of contract to be limited to a maximum amount of $100,000, less the amount of all funds actually paid by the City to TGG pursuant to this Agreement. Accordingly, and notwithstanding any other term or condition of this Agreement, TGG hereby agrees that the City shall not be liable to the TGG for damages in an amount in excess of $100,000, which amount shall be reduced by the amount actually paid by the City to TGG pursuant to this Agreement, for any action or claim for breach of contract arising out of the performance or non- performance of any obligations imposed upon the City by this Agreement. Nothing contained in this pazagraph or elsewhere in this Agreement is in any way intended to be a waiver of the limitation placed upon the City's liability as set forth in Section 768.28, Florida Statutes. ARTICLE I~III EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TGG shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, mazitaUdomestic partner status or disability, except where any of the above is a bona fide occupational qualification or need. TGG has an affirmative action program to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, maritaUdomestic partner status or disability. Such action includes, but is not limited to, the following: hiring, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this Agreement. The Gordian Group, Inc. By: ~ o Corporate Officer Attest: J~JQ.w~G~,~ /~ !G~ APPROVEn ~~; "- , F:~PURCISALL\GUS1AgreementlJOC.Agreementdoc FORM & L~~ ~•ti'_1~ . & FOl~XI",~:i,~l ~~id 12~Z ate JOC Consulting Agreement July 10, 2002 ~ Page 7 of 7 Attest: ~ ~ City Cler