HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2014-037 Dial-A-Ride Vehicles Purchase Grant Agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation RESOLUTION NO. R- 2014 -037
A RESOLUTION A resolution authorizing and directing the City Manager of the City
of Yakima to execute a capital equipment grant agreement with
the Washington State Department of Transportation to allow
Yakima Transit to purchase seven Dial A Ride vehicles.
WHEREAS, in 2012, the City of Yakima applied for grant funding under the
Washington State Department of Transportation's Consolidated Grant Program to fund
paratransit vehicles.
WHEREAS, the Washington State Department of Transportation awarded funding on
July 1, 2013; and,
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the City and the Washington State Department of
Transportation to enter into an agreement setting forth the terms, conditions, and
requirements for allocating this funding.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved - by the City Council of the City of Yakima, the
City Manager is hereby authorized to enter into Agreement No. GCB1649 with the
Washington State Department of Transportation for grant funding for the purchase of
paratransit vehicles for Yakima Transit's Dial A Ride service.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL at a regular meeting this 1 1 th day of March, 2014.
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Micah Cawley, ayor
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City Clerk " . r ""°°0
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Federal/State Capital Equipment Grant Agreement
Washington State Department of Transportation Contractor:
Public Transportation Division Yakima Transit
310 Maple Park Avenue SE 2301 Fruitvale Blvd.
PO Box 47387 Yakima, WA 98902
Olympia, WA 98504 -7387
WSDOT Contact: Tom Hanson 509- 667 -3029 Contact Person: Kevin Futrell 509 -576 -6422
Term of Project: July 1, 2013 through useful life of ID #, 916001293 1
the Project Equipment
Scope of Project: Scope of Project as set forth in Project Title: Capital project as described in
Exhibit I, Scope of Work and Budget. Exhibit I, Scope of Work and Budget
CFDA: 20.513 ( §5310)
Service Area: As defined in attached Exhibit I Project Costs:
Federal Funds $ 313,507
State Funds $ 0
Agreement Number: GCB1649 Contractor Funds $ 78,377
Total Project Cost $ 391,884
THIS AGREEMENT, entered into by the Washington State Department of Transportation, hereinafter "WSDOT,"
and the above Contractor, hereinafter "CONTRACTOR," individually the "PARTY" and collectively the
"PARTIES," WITNESSETH THAT:
WHEREAS, Federal funding is authonzed under 49 USC chapter 53; Title 23 USC (Highways); the Safe,
Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA -LU) enacted as Public
Law 109 -59, August 10, 2005; as amended by SAFETEA -LU Technical Corrections Act, 2008, Pub. L. 110 -244,
June 6, 2008; the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA -21) enacted as Public law 105 -178, June 9,
1998, as amended, the National Capital Transportation Act of 1969, D.C. Official Code, §§ 9- 1111.01 et seq.;
WHEREAS, Federal funding is authorized under the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21 Century Act (MAP -
21), Enacted as Public Law 112 -141, July 6, 2012; or other Federal laws the Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
administers to the extent FTA so determines;
WHEREAS, the State of Washington in its Sessions Laws of 2013, chapter 306, section 220 provides Rural
Mobility, Paratransit/Special Needs, and other special proviso funding through the multi -modal transportation
account and rural mobility grant program account, as identified in the budget through its 2013 -2015 biennial
appropriations to WSDOT;
WHEREAS, funding is authorized under 49 USC § 5310 / MAP -21 for Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and
Individuals with Disabilities Program; and any subsequent amendments and resolutions thereto;
WHEREAS, funding is authorized under 49 USC § 5310 / SAFETEA-LU for Elderly Individuals and
Individuals with Disabilities Program any subsequent amendments and resolutions thereto;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms, conditions, performances and mutual covenants herein set
forth and the attached Exhibit I, "Scope of Work and Budget," IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
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Section 1
Purpose of Agreement
The purpose of this AGREEMENT is for WSDOT to provide capital funding to the CONTRACTOR for the
acquisition of equipment to be used in the provision of public transportation services that meet the needs of persons
in the State of Washington, hereinafter referred to as the "Project."
Section 2
Scope of Project
The CONTRACTOR shall undertake and complete the purchase of capital equipment as detailed in Exhibit I,
"Scope of Work and Budget ", which is by this reference fully incorporated herein as if fully set out in this
AGREEMENT, and to operate the Project Equipment within the area described in the caption space header titled
"Service Area," in accordance with the terms and conditions of this AGREEMENT. The caption space header titled
"Service Area" and all caption space headers are by this reference incorporated herein as if fully set out in this
AGREEMENT.
Section 3
Term of Project
The Project period shall begin on the date shown in the caption space header titled "Term of Project" and shall
continue through the useful life of the Project Equipment regardless of the date of signature and execution of this
AGREEMENT, unless terminated as provided herein. WSDOT has defined the useful life of vehicle Project
Equipment in the Vehicle Disposition Schedule in WSDOT's Guide to Managing Your Public Transportation
Grant, 2011 version, and any amendments thereto, which is by this reference fully incorporated herein as if fully set
out in this AGREEMENT. Non - vehicle Project Equipment's useful life will be determined by using the North
American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code tables.
Section 4
Contractor's Share of Project Costs
The total Project cost shall not exceed the amounts detailed in the caption space header titled "Project Costs." The
CONTRACTOR agrees to expend eligible funds, together with any "Contractor Funds" allocated for the Project in
an amount sufficient to complete the Project as detailed in Exhibit 1, "Scope of Work and Budget." The
CONTRACTOR further agrees that there shall be no reduction in any amount specified as the Contractor's Funds
unless there is a concurrent proportional reduction in the Federal and/or State Funds, or WSDOT pre- approves the
reduction in writing. If at any time the CONTRACTOR becomes aware that the cost which it expects to incur in the
performance of this AGREEMENT will exceed or be less than the amount identified as "Total Project Cost" in the
caption space header titled "Project Costs," the CONTRACTOR shall notify WSDOT in writing within three (3)
business days of making that determination. The CONTRACTOR agrees that "Project Costs" eligible for federal
participation, including State Funds and Contractor Funds used as match to other FTA funds, must comply with the
standards of OMB Circular A -87, Revised, "Cost Principles for State and Local Governments ", or OMB Circular A-
122, Revised, "Cost Principles for Non - Profit Organizations ", or Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), 48 CFR
Chapter 1, subpart 31.2, "Contracts with Commercial Organizations," whichever is appropriate.
Section 5
Payment
A. WSDOT, using FTA funds and/or State funds, shall reimburse the CONTRACTOR for allowable expenses
incurred in completing the Project described in Exhibit I, "Scope of Work and Budget." Allowable Project expenses
shall be determined by WSDOT as described in WSDOT's Guide to Managing Your Public Transportation Grant
2011 version, and any amendments thereto. In no event shall the total amount reimbursed by WSDOT exceed the
"Federal Funds" or "State Funds" identified in the caption space header titled "Project Costs," above.
B. Payment will be made by WSDOT on a reimbursable basis. Such costs to be reimbursed shall be calculated as
described in WSDOT's Guide to Managing Your Public Transportation Grant, and any amendments thereto, found
at http:// www. wsdot. wa. gov /Transit/Grants /Guidebook.htm. The CONTRACTOR shall submit an invoice detailing
and supporting the costs incurred. If approved by WSDOT, said invoices shall be paid by WSDOT within thirty (30)
days of receipt of the invoice. Payment is subject to the submission to and approval by WSDOT of appropriate
invoices, reports, and financial summaries. Any financial summaries submitted to WSDOT must include a record of
the actual costs.
C. The CONTRACTOR shall submit an invoice by July 15, 2014, for a payment request from State funds for any
unreimbursed eligible expenditures incurred between July 1, 2013, and June 30, 2014. If the CONTRACTOR is
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unable to provide an invoice by this date, the CONTRACTOR shall provide an estimate of the charges to be billed
so WSDOT may accrue the expenditures in the proper fiscal period. Any subsequent reimbursement request for
payment from State funds submitted will be limited to the amount accrued as set forth in this section. The
CONTRACTOR's fmal request for payment from "State Funds" must be received by WSDOT by July 15, 2015,
within thirty (30) days of the completion of the Project, or within thirty (30) days of the termination of this
AGREEMENT, whichever is sooner. Any request for payment from "State Funds" received after July 15, 2015 will
not be eligible for reimbursement.
D. For vehicle purchases, the Project Equipment titles shall designate WSDOT as the legal owner and the
CONTRACTOR as the registered owner through the project period. WSDOT will release the interest of ownership
of the Project Equipment to the CONTRACTOR in writing thirty (30) days from the end of the useful life of the
Project Equipment, as defined in Section 3 of this Agreement,
Section 6
Inspection Upon Delivery
The CONTRACTOR shall inspect Project Equipment purchased pursuant to this AGREEMENT at the time of
delivery to the CONTRACTOR. Upon receipt and acceptance of Project Equipment, the CONTRACTOR agrees
that it has fully inspected the Project Equipment and accepts it as in good condition and repair, and is satisfied with
the Project Equipment and that the Project Equipment complies with all regulations, rules, and laws
Section 7
Miscellaneous Charges and Conditions
The CONTRACTOR shall pay and be solely responsible for all storage charges, parking charges, late fees and fines,
as well as any fees (including vehicle registration, license, safety, and emission control inspection fees) and taxes,
which may be imposed with respect to said Project Equipment by a duly constituted governmental authority as the
result of the CONTRACTOR's use or intended use of the Project Equipment, except for applicable sales or use tax,
which are eligible for reimbursement as a Project cost. Required visual and road test inspection fees conducted by
third party subcontractors on vehicles for acceptance and software licensing use fees are also eligible for
reimbursement. All replacements, repairs, or substitutions of parts or equipment shall be at the cost and expense of
the CONTRACTOR
Section 8
Assignments, Subcontracts, and Leases
A. Unless otherwise authorized in advance and in writing by WSDOT, the CONTRACTOR will not assign any
portion of the Project Equipment under this AGREEMENT or execute any contract, amendment, or change order
thereto pertaining to the Project Equipment, or obligate itself in any manner with any third party with respect to its
rights and responsibilities under this AGREEMENT, or lease or lend the Project Equipment or any part thereof to be
used by anyone not under the CONTRACTOR's direct supervision.
B. The CONTRACTOR agrees to include sections 9 through 29 and Section 39 of this AGREEMENT in each
subcontract financed in whole or in part with federal assistance provided by FTA; and in all contracts it enters into
for the employment of any individuals, procurement of any materials, or the performance of any work to be
accomplished under this AGREEMENT, subject to the limitations set forth in Section 20.E.3 of this AGREEMENT.
It is further agreed that those clauses shall not be modified in any such subcontract, except to identify the
subcontractor or other person or entity that will be subject to its provisions. In addition, the following provision
shall be included in any advertisement or invitation to bid for any procurement by the CONTRACTOR under this
AGREEMENT:
Statement of Financial Assistance:
"This AGREEMENT is subject to a financial assistance contract between the Washington State Department of
Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration and the appropriations of the State of Washington."
Section 9
Reports and Use of Project Equipment
A. The CONTRACTOR agrees that the Project Equipment shall be used for the provision of transportation service
within the area described in the caption space titled "Service Area," above, for the Project Equipment's useful life as
set forth in Exhibit I, "Scope of Project and Budget." The CONTRACTOR further agrees that it will not use or
permit the use of the Project Equipment m a negligent manner or in violation of any law, or so as to avoid any
insurance covering the same, or permit the Project Equipment to become subject to any lien, charge, or
encumbrance. Should the CONTRACTOR unreasonably delay or fail to use the Project Equipment during the
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useful life of that Project Equipment, the CONTRACTOR agrees that it may be required to refund the entire amount
of the "Federal and/or State Funds" expended on the Project. The CONTRACTOR shall immediately notify
WSDOT when any Project Equipment is withdrawn from Project use or when Project Equipment is used in a
manner substantially different from that identified in the "Scope of Project and Budget." If the Project Equipment is
permanently removed from transportation service, the CONTRACTOR agrees to immediately contact WSDOT for
instructions regarding the disposal of the Project Equipment. For vehicle purchases only, the CONTRACTOR
further understands that the Project Equipment shall be used to provide passenger service levels as described below:
1. A minimum of 100 passenger, revenue service miles per vehicle per week, or
2. A minimum of 100 one -way passenger trips per vehicle per week.
B. Reports. The CONTRACTOR shall prepare quarterly reports regarding services provided pursuant to this
AGREEMENT and other related information as prescribed in WSDOT's Guide to Managing Your Transportation
Grant, and any amendments thereto, or as requested by WSDOT. The CONTRACTOR shall keep satisfactory
written records with regard to the use of Project Equipment and shall submit the following reports in a format and at
such times as prescribed by WSDOT through the useful life of the Project Equipment:
1. Reports describing the current usage of Project Equipment and other data which WSDOT and the Federal
Transit Administration ( "FTA ") may request. For vehicle purchases only, -those reports include, but are not limited
to:
a) Project Passenger Trips provided
b) Project Revenue Hours provided
c) Project Revenue Miles provided
d) Asset Management Plan
e) Vehicle or Equipment Inventory.
2. In the event any portion of the Project Equipment sustains disabling damage as defined in WSDOT's Guide to
Managing Your Public Transportation Grant, and any amendments thereto, and/or use of the Project Equipment
triggers drug and alcohol testing, the CONTRACTOR shall notify WSDOT immediately after the occasion of the
damage, including the circumstances thereof.
3. The CONTRACTOR shall collect and submit to WSDOT, at such time as WSDOT may required, such financial
statements, data, records, contracts, and other documents related to the Project as may be deemed necessary by
WSDOT and FTA and which may include but are not limited to:
a) Drug Abuse and Alcohol Abuse Testing compliance reports as required in this AGREEMENT
b) Goods and services purchased from Disadvantaged Business Enterprises.
C. Program Income. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with Program Income provisions in 49 CFR § 18.25 or 49
CFR § 19.24; whichever is applicable, and prepare a quarterly report of the gross income, as defined in WSDOT's
Guide to Managing Your Public Transportation Grant, and any amendments thereto, received by CONTRACTOR
that is directly generated by the Project activity supported by the funding in this AGREEMENT.
D. Remedies for Misuse or Noncompliance. The CONTRACTOR. shall not use any Project Equipment in a
manner different from that set forth in Exhibit I, "Scope of Project and Budget," and the "Service Area" identified in
the AGREEMENT. If WSDOT determines that Project Equipment has been used in a manner different from that set
forth in Exhibit I, "Scope of Project and Budget," and the "Service Area" identified in the AGREEMENT, WSDOT
may direct the CONTRACTOR to dispose of the Project Equipment acquired by the CONTRACTOR m accordance
with FTA procedures. WSDOT may also withhold Grant payments should it determine that the CONTRACTOR
has failed to comply with any provision of this AGREEMENT. If Federal participation and funding is either
reduced or canceled as a result of a breach by the CONTRACTOR, the CONTRACTOR is then liable for all
damages from the breach, even though those damages exceed the price payable under this AGREEMENT
Section 10
Maintenance of Project Equipment
CONTRACTORS who are transit agencies must have a Transit Asset Management Plan (AMP), as required by 49
USC § 5326., certified by WSDOT, All other CONTRACTORS must have a WSDOT - approved written Vehicle
Maintenance Plan or submit a written Vehicle Maintenance Plan (VMP) to WSDOT for approval by October 1,
2013, or prior to the receipt of their first grant funded vehicle. The CONTRACTOR shall make all necessary repairs
and reasonably maintain the Project Equipment to ensure the Project Equipment is maintained in a state of good
repair. All service, materials, and repairs in connection with the use and operation of the Project Equipment shall be
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at the CONTRACTOR's expense. The CONTRACTOR shall, at a minimum, service the Project Equipment and
replace parts at intervals recommended by the manufacturer, or consistent with the CONTRACTOR's AMP or
VMP, whichever is applicable.. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with the Equipment management requirements
identified in 49 CFR Part 18.32(d) or 49 CFR Part 19.34(f) whichever is appropriate, the "Common Rule," which by
this reference is incorporated herein to the AGREEMENT; and any reference therein to "grantee" shall mean the
CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR shall retain records of all repair, maintenance, and parts replacement
performed on the Project Equipment. The CONTRACTOR shall provide copies of such records to WSDOT, upon
request.
Section 11
General Compliance Assurance
The CONTRACTOR agrees to give reasonable guarantees that it and its subcontractors, lessees and any third -party
contractors under this AGREEMENT, will comply with all requirements imposed by, or pursuant to, 49 USC
chapter 53 and other applicable Federal regulations. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the provisions of
49 CFR Part 18 or 49 CFR Part 19 or FAR, 48 CFR Chapter 1, subpart 31 whichever is applicable, and cost
principles as defined in OMB circulars A -87 and A -122. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all
instructions as prescribed in WSDOT's Guide to Managing Your Public Transportation Grant, and any amendments
thereto. The CONTRACTOR agrees that the United States, any agency thereof, WSDOT and any of WSDOT's
representatives, have not only the right to monitor the compliance of the CONTRACTOR with the provisions of this
Assurance, but also have the right to seek judicial enforcement with regard to any matter arising under Federal
transit laws and regulations, and this Assurance.
Section 12
Procurement
The CONTRACTOR shall make purchases of any Project Equipment pursuant to this AGREEMENT through
procurement procedures approved in advance by WSDOT and consistent with the following provisions:
A. General Procurement Requirements. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with third -party procurement
requirements of 49 USC chapter 53 and other applicable Federal laws in effect now or as subsequently enacted; with
the United States Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) third -party procurement regulations of 49 CFR § 18.36
or 49 CFR § 19.40 through 19.48 and other applicable Federal regulations pertaining to third -party procurements
and subsequent amendments thereto. The CONTRACTOR shall also comply with the provisions of FTA Circular
4220.1F, "Third Party Contracting Guidance," November 1, 2008, and any later revision thereto, except to the extent
FTA determines otherwise in writing, which by this reference are incorporated herein; and any reference therein to
"Grantee" shall mean CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR agrees that it may not use FTA assistance to support
its third -party procurements unless there is satisfactory compliance with Federal laws and regulations.
B. Full and Open Competition. In accordance with 49 USC § 5325(a), the CONTRACTOR agrees to conduct all
procurement transactions m a manner that provides full and open competition as determined by FTA.
C. Exclusionary or Discriminatory Specifications. Apart from inconsistent requirements imposed by Federal
laws or regulations, the CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the requirements of 49 USC § 5325(h) by not
expending or otherwise using any Federal assistance awarded from FTA funds to support a procurement using
exclusionary or discriminatory specifications.
D. Method of Acquisition. In compliance with 49 USC§ 5325(f), the CONTRACTOR agrees that any third party
contract award made for rolling stock will be based on initial capital costs, or on performance, standardization, life
cycle costs, and other factors, or on a competitive procurement process.
E. Preference for United States Products and Services. To the extent applicable, the CONTRACTOR agrees to
comply with the following U.S. preference requirements:
1. Buy America. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with 49 USC § 5323(j), with FTA regulations, "Buy
America Requirements," 49 CFR Part 661, and any later amendments thereto.
2. Cargo Preference —Use of United States -Flag Vessels. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with 46
USC § 55305 and U.S. Maritime Administration regulations, "Cargo Preference —U.S -Flag Vessels," 46 CFR Part
381, to the extent those regulations apply to the Project.
3. Fly America. The CONTRACTOR understands and agrees that the Federal Government will not
participate in the costs of international air transportation of any persons involved in or property acquired for the
Project unless that air transportation is provided by U.S. -flag air careers to the extent service by U.S. -flag air carriers
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is available, in accordance with the International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices Act of 1974, as
amended, 49 USC § 40118, and with U.S. GSA regulations, "Use of United States Flag Air Carriers," 41 CFR §§
301 - 10.131 through 301 - 10.143.
F. Bus Testing. To the extent applicable, the CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the requirements of 49 USC
§ 5318(e) as amended by MAP -21, and FTA regulations, "Bus Testing," 49 C.F.R. Part 665, and any revisions
thereto.
G. Pre -Award and Post - Delivery Requirements. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the requirements
of 49 USC § 5323(m) and FTA regulations, "Pre -Award and Post - Delivery Audits of Rolling Stock Purchases," 49
CFR Part 663, and any revisions thereto.
H. Geographic Restrictions. The CONTRACTOR agrees to not use any state or local geographic preference,
except those expressly mandated or encouraged by federal statute or as permitted by FTA.
I. In -State Bus Dealer Restrictions. In accordance with 49 USC § 5325(i), the CONTRACTOR agrees that any
State law requiring buses to be purchased through in -State dealers will not apply to acquisitions of vehicles financed
with Federal assistance authorized under 49 USC Chapter 53. This provision does not preclude States from requiring
dealers from satisfying State imposed dealer licensing requirements.
J. Preference for Recycled Products. To the extent applicable, The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA), "Comprehensive Procurement Guideline for Products
Containing Recovered Materials ", 40 CFR Part 247, which implements section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal
Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery _ Act of 1976 as amended, 42 USC § 6962.
Accordingly, the CONTRACTOR agrees to provide a competitive preference for products and services that
conserve natural resources, protect the environment, and are energy efficient, except to the extent that the Federal
Government determines otherwise in writing.
K. National Intelligent Transportation Systems Architecture and Standards. To the extent applicable, the
CONTRACTOR agrees to conform to the National Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Architecture and
Standards as required by 23 USC § 517(d) and follow the provisions of FTA Notice, "FTA National ITS
Architecture Policy on Transit Projects," 66 Fed. Reg. 1455 et seq., January 8, 2001, and any other implementing
directives FTA may issue at a later date, except to the extent FTA determines otherwise in writing.
L. Government Orders. In case any lawful government authority shall make any order with respect to the Project
or Project Equipment, or any part thereof, or the PARTIES hereto or either PARTY, the CONTRACTOR shall
cooperate with WSDOT in carrying out such order and will arrange its operation and business so as to enable
WSDOT to comply with the terms of the order.
Section 13
Incorporation of Federal Terms
A. Purchasing. This AGREEMENT's provisions include, in part, certain Standard Terms and Conditions required
by FTA, whether or not expressly set forth herein. All contractual provisions required by FTA, as set forth in FTA
Circular 4220.1F, are hereby incorporated by reference. Anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding, all FTA
mandated terms shall be deemed to control in the event of a conflict with other provisions contained in this
AGREEMENT. The CONTRACTOR shall not perform any act, fail to perform any act, or refuse to comply with
any WSDOT request, which would cause WSDOT to be in violation of any FTA term or condition.
B. Federal Changes. The CONTRACTOR shall at all times comply with all applicable FTA regulations, policies,
procedures and directives, whether or not they are referenced in this AGREEMENT and include any amendments
promulgated by the FTA, during the term of this AGREEMENT. The CONTRACTOR' s failure to so comply shall
constitute a material breach of this AGREEMENT.
Section 14
No Obligation by the Federal Government
A. WSDOT and the CONTRACTOR acknowledge and agree that regardless of any concurrence or approval by the
Federal Government of the solicitation or award of this AGREEMENT, the Federal Government is not a party to
this AGREEMENT unless it provides its express written consent. The Federal Government shall not be subject to
any obligations or liabilities to the CONTRACTOR, subcontractor, lessee, or any other participant at any tier of the
project (whether or not a PARTY to this AGREEMENT) pertaining to any matter resulting from this
AGREEMENT.
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B. No contract between the CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors, lessees, or any other participant at any tier of
the project shall create any obligation or liability of WSDOT with regard to this AGREEMENT without WSDOT's
specific written consent, notwithstanding its concurrence in, or approval of, the award of any contract or subcontract
or the solicitations thereof. The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to include this provision in all contracts it enters into
for the employment of any individuals, procurement of any materials, or the performance of any work to be
accomplished under this AGREEMENT.
Section 15
Personal Liability of Public Officers
No officer or employee of WSDOT shall be personally liable for any acts or failure to act in connection with this
AGREEMENT, it being understood that in such matters they are acting solely as agents of WSDOT.
Section 16
Ethics
A. Code of Ethics. The CONTRACTOR agrees to maintain a written code or standards of conduct that shall
govern the performance of its officers, employees, board members, or agents engaged in the award and
administration of contracts, subagreements, leases, third -party contracts, or other arrangements supported by federal
assistance. The code or standards shall provide that the CONTRACTOR's officers, employees, board members, or
agents may neither solicit nor accept gratuities, favors, or anything of monetary value from any present or potential
subcontractor, lessee, sub - recipient, or participant at any tier of the Project, or agent thereof. The CONTRACTOR
may set de minim is rules where the fmancial interest is not substantial, or the gift is an unsolicited item of nominal
intrinsic value. These codes or standards shall prohibit the CONTRACTOR's officers, employees, board members,
or agents from using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or presents the appearance of personal or
organizational conflict of interest or personal gain. As permitted by state or local law or regulations, such code or
standards shall include penalties, sanctions, or other disciplinary actions for violations by the CONTRACTOR's
officers, employees, board members, or agents, or by subcontractors, lessees, sub - recipients, other participants, or
their agents. The CONTRACTOR must fully comply with all the requirements and obligations of chapter 42.52
RCW that govern ethics in state and local. governments.
1. Personal Conflict of Interest. The CONTRACTOR's code or standards shall prohibit the
CONTRACTOR's employees, officers, board members, or agents from participating in the selection, award, or
administration of a contract supported by Federal Funds if a real or apparent conflict of interest would be involved.
Such a conflict would arise when any of the parties set forth below has a financial or other interest in the firm or
entity selected for award:
a. The employee, officer, board member, or agent;
b. Any member of his or her immediate family;
c. His or her partner; or
d. An organization that employs, or is about to employ, any of the above. -
2. Organizational Conflict of Interest. The CONTRACTOR's code or standard of conduct must include
procedures for identifying and preventing real and apparent organizational conflicts of interest. An organizational
conflict of interest exists when the nature of the work to be performed under a proposed third -party contract,
subagreement, lease, or other arrangement at any tier may, without some restrictions on future activities, result in an
unfair competitive advantage to the subrecipient, lessee, third -party contractor, or other participant ant any tier of the
Project or impair its objectivity in performing the work under this AGREEMENT.
B. Debarment and Suspension. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply, and assures the compliance of each sub -
recipient, lessee, third -party contractor, or other participant at any tier of the project, with the requirements of
Executive Orders Numbers 12549 and 12689, "Debarment and Suspension, "31 USC § 6101 note, and U.S. DOT
regulations, "Non- procurement Suspension and Debarment" 2 CFR Part 1200, which adopts and supplements the
provisions of U.S. Office of Management and Budget (U.S. OMB) "Guidelines to Agencies on Governmentwide
Debarment and Suspension (Non- procurement)," 2 CFR Part 180. The CONTRACTOR agrees to, and assures that
its subrecipients, lessees, third -party contractors, and other participants at any tier of the Project will, search the
"Excluded Parties Listing System" records at www.sam.gov before entering into any third subagreement, lease,
third -party contract, or other arrangement in connection with the Project, and will include a similar term or condition
in each of its lower -tier covered transactions.
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C. Bonus or Commission. The CONTRACTOR affirms that it has not paid, and agrees not to pay, any bonus or
commission to obtain approval of its application for federal financial assistance for this Project.
D. Relationships with Employees and Officers of WSDOT. The CONTRACTOR shall not extend any loan,
gratuity or gift of money in any form whatsoever to any employee or officer of WSDOT, nor shall the
CONTRACTOR rent or purchase any equipment and materials from any employee or officer of WSDOT.
E. Employment of Former WSDOT Employees. The CONTRACTOR hereby warrants that it shall not engage
on a full -time, part-time, or other basis during the period of this AGREEMENT, any professional or technical
personnel who are, or have been, at any time during the period of this AGREEMENT, in the employ of WSDOT
without written consent of WSDOT.
F. Restrictions on Lobbying. The CONTRACTOR agrees to:
1. Comply with 31 USC § 1352(a) and will not use Federal assistance to pay the costs of influencing any
officer or employee of a Federal agency, Member of Congress, officer of Congress or employee of a member of
Congress, in connection with making or extending the Grant AGREEMENT or Cooperative Agreement; and
2. Comply, and assure compliance by each subcontractor at any tier, each lessee at any tier and each sub -
recipient at any tier, with applicable requirements of U.S. DOT regulations, "New Restriction on Lobbying," 49
CFR Part 20, modified as necessary by 31 USC § 1352; and
3. Comply with federal statutoryy provisions to the extent applicable prohibiting the use of Federal assistance
Funds for activities designed to influence Congress or a state legislature on legislation or appropriations, except
through proper, official channels.
G. Employee Political Activity. To the extent applicable, the CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the
provisions of the Hatch Act, 5 USC §§ 1501 through 1508, and §§ 7324through 7326, and Office of Personnel
Management regulations, "Political Activity of State or Local Officers or Employees," 5 CFR Part 151. The Hatch
Act limits the political activities of state and local agencies and their officers and employees, whose principal
employment activities are financed in whole or in part with Federal Funds including a loan, grant, or cooperative
agreement. Nevertheless, in accordance with 49 USC § 5307 (k)(2)(B) and 23 USC § 142(g), the Hatch Act does not
apply to a non - supervisory employee of a public transportation system (or of any other agency or entity performing
related functions) receiving assistance pursuant to the MAP -21 or SAFETEA -LU provisions and/or receiving FTA
assistance to whom the Hatch Act does not otherwise apply.
H. False or Fraudulent Statements or Claims. The CONTRACTOR acknowledges and agrees that:
1. Civil Fraud: The Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986, as amended, 31 USC §§ 3801 et seq., and
U.S. DOT regulations, "Program Fraud Civil Remedies," 49 CFR Part 31, apply to its activities in connection with
the Project. Accordingly, by executing this AGREEMENT, the CONTRACTOR certifies or affirms the truthfulness
and accuracy of each statement it has made, it makes, or it may make in connection with the Project covered by this
AGREEMENT. In addition to other penalties that may apply, the CONTRACTOR also acknowledges that if it
makes a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, statement, submission, or certification to the Federal Government, the
Federal Government reserves the right to impose the penalties of the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986, as
amended, on the CONTRACTOR to the extent the Federal Government deems appropriate.
2. Criminal Fraud: If the CONTRACTOR makes a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, statement,
submission, certification, assurance, or representation to the Federal Government or includes a false, fictitious, or
fraudulent statement or representation in any agreement in connection with this Project authorized under 49 USC
Chapter 53 or any other federal law, the Federal Government reserves the right to impose on the CONTRACTOR
the penalties of 49 USC §5323(1), 18 USC § 1001 or other applicable Federal law to the extent the Federal
Government deems appropriate.
I. Trafficking in Persons. To the extent applicable, the CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with, and assures the
compliance of each subrecipient with, the requirements of the subsection 106(g) of the Trafficking Victims
Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA), as amended, 22 USC § 7104(g), and the provisions of this Subsection 3.g of
FTA Master Agreement (19) dated October 1, 2012, which by this reference is incorporated herein as if fully set
out in this AGREEMENT, and any amendments thereto, which is accessible at
http: / /www.fta.dot.gov /documents/ 19- Master.pdf consistent with U.S. OMB guidance, "Trafficking in Persons:
Grants and Cooperative Agreements," 2 CFR Part 175.
Section 17
Compliance with Laws and Regulations
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The CONTRACTOR agrees to abide by all applicable state and federal laws and regulations including but not
limited to, those concerning employment, equal opportunity employment, nondiscrimination assurances, Project
record keeping necessary to evidence compliance, with such federal and state laws and regulations, and retention of
all such records. The CONTRACTOR will adhere to all of the nondiscrimination provisions in chapter 49.60 RCW.
Section 18
Civil Rights
The CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable civil rights laws, regulations and directives, except to the
extent that the Federal Government determines otherwise in writing. These include, but are not limited to, the
following:
A. Nondiscrimination in Federal Transit Programs. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply, and assures
compliance by each third -party contractor, lessee or other participant at any tier, with the provisions of 49 USC §
5332, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age, and
prohibits discrimination in employment or business opportunity;
B. Nondiscrimination -Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply, and assure
compliance by each third -party contractor at any tier, with all provisions prohibiting discrimination on the basis of
race, color, or national origin of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42 USC §§ 2000d et seq.;, and
U.S. DOT regulations, "Nondiscrimination in Federally- Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation- -
Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act ", 49 CFR Part 21 Except to the extent FTA determines otherwise in
writing, the CONTRACTOR also agrees to follow all applicable provisions of the most recent edition of FTA
Circular 4702.1A, "Title VI and Title VI- Dependent Guidelines for Federal Transit Assistance Recipients," to the
extent consistent with applicable Federal laws, regulations , and guidance; and U.S. DOJ, "Guidelines for the
enforcement of Title VI, Civil Rights Act of 1964," 28 CFR § 50.3, and any other applicable Federal guidance that
may be issued;
C. Equal Employment Opportunity. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply, and assures compliance by each
third -party contractor, lessee or other participant at any tier of the Project, with all equal employment opportunity
(EEO) provisions of 49 USC §5332, with requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, 42
USC § 2000e et seq., and any implementing Federal regulations and any subsequent amendments thereto. Except to
the extent FTA determines otherwise in writmg, the CONTRACTOR also agrees to comply with any applicable
Federal EEO directives that may be issued. Accordingly:
1. The CONTRACTOR agrees that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or national origin. The CONTRACTOR agrees to take
affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment, without
regard to their race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or national origin. Such action shall include, but not be
limited to, employment, 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. The
CONTRACTOR shall also comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
2. If the CONTRACTOR is required to submit and obtain Federal Government approval of its EEO program,
that EEO program approved by the Federal Government is incorporated by reference and made part of this
AGREEMENT. Failure by the CONTRACTOR to carry out the terms of that EEO program shall be treated as a
violation of this AGREEMENT. Upon notification to the CONTRACTOR of its failure to carry out the approved
EEO program, the Federal Government may impose such remedies, as it considers appropnate, including
termination of federal financial assistance, or other measures that may affect the CONTRACTOR's eligibility to
obtain future federal financial assistance for transportation projects.
D. Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all applicable
requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, 20 USC §§ 1681 et seq. and with any
implementing Federal regulations that prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex that may be applicable.
E. Nondiscrimination on the basis of Age. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with applicable requirements
of:
1. The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 USC §§ 6101 et seq., and with implementing U.S.
Health and Human Services regulations, "Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Age in Programs and Activities
Receiving Federal Financial Assistance ", 45 CFR Part 90, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age.
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2. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) 29_USC §§ 621 through 634 and with implementing
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (U.S. EEOC) regulations, "Age Discrimination in Employment
Act" 29 CFR Part 1625.
F. Disabilities- Employment. In accordance with section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended,
42 USC § 12112, the CONTRACTOR agrees that it will comply with the requirements of U.S. Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission, Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the Americans with
Disabilities Act," 29 CFR Part 1630, pertaining to employment of persons with disabilities. In addition, the
CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
G. Disabilities- Access. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all applicable requirements of section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 USC § 794, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of handicap;
with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), as amended, 42 USC §§ 12101 et seq., which requires the
provision of accessible facilities and services to be made available to persons with disabilities; and the Architectural
Barriers Act of 1968, as amended, 42 USC §§ 4151 et seq, which requires that buildings and public accommodations
be accessible to persons with disabilities and with other laws and amendments thereto pertaining to access for
individuals with disabilities that may be applicable. In addition, the Recipient agrees to comply with applicable
implementing Federal regulations and any later amendments thereto, and agrees to follow applicable Federal
directives except to the extent FTA approves otherwise in writing. Among those regulations and directives are the
followmg: U.S. DOT regulations, "Transportation Services for Individuals with Disabilities (ADA)," 49 CFR Part
37; U.S. DOT regulations, "Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap in Programs and Activities Receiving or
Benefiting from Federal Financial Assistance," 49 CFR Part 27; Joint U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers
Compliance Board U.S. DOT regulations; "Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Accessibility Specifications for
Transportation Vehicles," 36 CFR Part 1192 and 49 CFR Part 38; U.S. DOJ regulations, "Nondiscrimination on the
Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services," 28 CFR Part 35; U.S. DOJ regulations,
"Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities," 28 CFR
Part 36; U.S. GSA regulations, "Accommodations for the Physically Handicapped," 41 CFR Subpart 101 -19; U.S.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, "Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the
Americans with Disabilities Act," 29 CFR Part 1630; U.S. Federal Communications Commission regulations,
"Telecommunications Relay Services and Related Custom Premises Equipment for the Hearing and Speech
Disabled," 47 CFR Part 64, Subpart F; U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (ATBCB)
regulations, "Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards" 36 CFR Part 1194; FTA regulations,
"Transportation for Elderly and Handicapped Persons," 49 CFR Part 609; and Federal civil rights and
nondiscrimination directives implementing the foregoing regulations, except to the extent the Federal Government
determines otherwise in writing.
H. Drug or Alcohol Abuse. Confidentiality and Other Civil Rights Protections. The CONTRACTOR agrees
to comply with the confidentiality and other civil rights provisions of the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of
1972, as amended 21 USC §§ 1101 et seq.; with the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention,
Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970, as amended; 42 USC §§ 4541 et seq ; and comply with the Public Health
Service Act of 1912, as amended, 42 USC §§ 290dd through 290dd -2, and any amendments to these laws. The
CONTRACTOR understands the requirements of confidentiality concerning persons covered and/or receiving
services and/or treatment regarding alcohol and drug abuse, as defined in the aforementioned acts as applicable,
including any civil and cnminal penalties for not complying with the requirements of confidentiality and that failure
to comply with such requirements may result in termination of this AGREEMENT.
I. Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with
the policies of Executive Order No. 13166, "Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English
Proficiency," 42 USC § 2000d -1 note, and with provisions of U.S. DOT Notice "DOT Policy Guidance Concerning
Recipients' Responsibilities to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Persons," 70 Fed. Reg. 74087, December 14,
2005.
J. Environmental Justice. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the policies of Executive Order No. 12898,
"Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority populations and Low- Income Populations ", 42 USC
§ 4321 note; and DOT Order 5610.2, "Department of Transportation Actions to address Environmental Justice in
Minority Populations and Low - Income Populations," 62 Fed. Reg. 18377 et seq., April 15, 1997, and The most
recent and applicable edition of FTA Circular 4703.1, "Environmental Justice Policy Guidance for Federal Transit
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Administration Recipients," August 15, 2012, except to the extent that the Federal Government determines
otherwise in writing.
K. Other Nondiscrimination Statutes. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all applicable provisions of
other Federal laws, regulations, and directives pertaining to and prohibiting discrimination and other
nondiscrimination statute(s) that may apply to the Project including chapter 49.60 RCW.
Section 19
Participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises
To the extent applicable, the CONTRACTOR shall take the following measures to facilitate participation by
disadvantaged business enterpnses (DBE) in the Project:
A. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with section 1101(b) of SAFETEA -LU, 23 USC §101 note, and U.S.
DOT regulations, "Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation Financial
Assistance Programs," 49 CFR Part 26; and Federal transit law, specifically 49 USC § 5332.
B. The CONTRACTOR agrees that it shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in
the award and performance of any third -party contract, or sub - agreement supported with federal assistance derived
from the U.S. DOT or in the administration of its DBE program or the requirements of 49 CFR Part 26. The
CONTRACTOR agrees to take all necessary and reasonable steps under 49 CFR Part 26 to ensure
nondiscrimination in the award and administration of all third -party contracts and sub - agreements supported with
federal assistance derived from the U.S. DOT. The CONTRACTOR's DBE program, as required by 49 CFR Part
26 and approved by the U.S. DOT, is incorporated by reference and made part of this AGREEMENT.
Implementation of the DBE program is a legal obligation, and failure to carry out its terms shall be treated as
violation of this AGREEMENT. Upon notification to the CONTRACTOR of its failure to implement its approved
DBE program, the U.S. DOT may impose sanctions as provided for under 49 CFR Part 26 and may, in appropnate
cases, refer the matter for enforcement under 18 USC § 1001, and/or the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act, 31
USC §§ 3801 et seq.
Section 20
Energy Conservation and
Environmental Requirements
A. Energy Conservation. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with the mandatory standards and policies relating
to energy efficiency standards and policies within the Washington State energy conservation plan issued m
compliance with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, 42 USC §§ 6321 et seq., and any amendments thereto.
B. Environmental Protection. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all applicable requirements of the
National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA), 42 USC §§ 4321 through 4335; Executive Order
No. 11514, as amended, "Protection and Enhancement of Environmental Quality," 42 USC § 4321 note; FTA
statutory requirements at 49 USC § 5324(b); U.S. Council on Environmental Quality regulations imposing
requirements for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended, 40 CFR Part 1500
through 1508; joint Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) /FTA regulations, "Environmental Impact and
Related Procedures," 23 CFR Part 771 and 49 CFR Part 622, and subsequent Federal environmental protection
regulations that may be promulgated. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with 23 USC §§ 139 and 326 as
applicable, and implement those requirements in accordance with the provisions of joint FHWA/FTA fmal
guidance, "SAFETEA -LU Environmental Review Process (Public Law 109 -59)," 71 Fed. Reg. 66576 et seq.,
November 15, 2006, and any applicable Federal directives that may be issued at a later date, except to the extent that
FTA determines otherwise in writing.
C. Clean Water. The recipient agrees to comply with all applicable Federal laws and regulations and follow
Federal directives implementing the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC §§ 1251 through 1377, 42 USC §§ 300f
through 300j -6, and 42 USC § 7606 , including any revisions thereto. In the event that the Federal Funds identified
in the caption space header of this AGREEMENT entitled "Project Cost ", exceed $100,000, the CONTRACTOR
agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders, or regulations issued pursuant to Section 508 of the Clean
Water Act, as amended, 33 USC § 1368, and other applicable requirements of the Clean Water Act.
D. Clean Air. The recipient agrees to comply with all applicable Federal laws and regulations and follow Federal
directives implementing the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 USC §§ 7401 through 7671q and 40 CFR parts 85, 86,
93 and 600, and any revisions thereto. In the event that the federal share, identified in "Project Cost" of this
AGREEMENT exceeds $100,000, the CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable standards, orders or
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regulations issued pursuant to Section 306 of the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 USC § 7606, and other applicable
provisions of the Clean Air Act .
E. Violating Facilities. The CONTRACTOR agrees to.
1. Refrain from using any violating facilities.
2. Report each violation to WSDOT and understands and agrees that WSDOT will, in turn, report each
violation to the FTA and to the appropriate EPA Regional Office.
3. Include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding $100,000 financed in whole or in part with federal
assistance provided by FTA.
Section 21
Accounting Records
A. Project Accounts. The CONTRACTOR agrees to establish and maintain for the Project either a separate set of
accounts or separate accounts within the framework of an established accounting system that can be identified with
the Project, in accordance with applicable federal regulations and other requirements that FTA may impose. The
CONTRACTOR agrees that all checks, payrolls, invoices, contracts, vouchers, orders, or other accounting
documents pertaining in whole or in part to the Project shall be clearly identified, readily accessible, and available to
WSDOT and FTA upon request, and, to the extent feasible, kept separate from documents not pertaining to the
Project.
B. Funds Received or Made Available for the Project. The CONTRACTOR agrees to deposit in a financial
institution, all Project payments it receives from the Federal Government and record in the Project Account all
amounts provided by the Federal Government in support of this Grant AGREEMENT or Cooperative
AGREEMENT and all other funds provided for, accruing to, or otherwise received on account of the Project
(Project funds) in accordance with applicable Federal regulations and other requirements FTA may impose. Use of
financial institutions owned at least 50 percent by minority group members is encouraged.
C. Documentation of Project Costs. The CONTRACTOR agrees to support all allowable costs charged to the
Project, including any approved services contributed by the CONTRACTOR or others, with properly executed
payrolls, time records, invoices, contracts, or vouchers describing in detail the nature and propriety of the charges.
D. Checks, Orders, and Vouchers. The CONTRACTOR agrees to refrain from drawing checks, drafts, or orders
for goods or services to be charged against the Project Account until it has received and filed a properly signed
voucher describing in proper detail the purpose for the expenditure.
Section 22
Audits, Inspection, and Retention of Records
A. Submission of Proceedings, Contracts, Agreements, and Other Documents. During the course of the
Project and for six (6) years thereafter, the CONTRACTOR agrees to retain intact and to provide any data,
documents, reports, records, contracts, and supporting materials, both paper and electronic, relating to the Project as
WSDOT may require. Reportmg and record - keeping requirements are set forth in 49 CFR Part 18 or 19, whichever
is applicable. Project closeout does not alter these recording and record - keeping requirements. Should an audit,
enforcement, or litigation process be commenced, but not completed, during the aforementioned six-year period then
the CONTRACTOR's obligations hereunder shall be extended until the conclusion of that pending audit,
enforcement, or litigation process.
B. General Audit Requirements. The CONTRACTOR agrees to perform the financial and compliance audits
required by the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996, 31 USC §§ 7501 et seq. As provided by 49 CFR § 18.26 or
19.26, whichever is applicable, these audits must comply with OMB Circular A -133, Revised, "Audits of States,
Local Governments, and Non - Profit Organizations," and the latest applicable OMB A -133 Compliance Supplement
provisions for the U.S. DOT, and any further revision or supplement thereto. The CONTRACTOR agrees that
audits will be carried out in accordance with U.S. General Accounting Office "Government Auditing Standards ".
The CONTRACTOR agrees to obtain any other audits required by the Federal Government or WSDOT. Project
closeout will not alter the CONTRACTOR's audit responsibilities.
C. Inspection. The CONTRACTOR agrees to permit WSDOT, the State Auditor, the United States Department of
Transportation, and the Comptroller General of the United States, or their authorized representatives, to inspect all
Project work materials, payrolls, maintenance records, and other data and records, and to audit the books, records,
and accounts of the CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors pertaining to the Project. The CONTRACTOR agrees to
require each third -party contractor whose contract award is not based on competitive bidding procedures as defined
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by the United States Department. of Transportation to permit WSDOT, the State Auditor, the United States
Department of Transportation, and the Comptroller General of the United States, or their duly authorized
representatives, to inspect all work, materials, payrolls, maintenance records, and other data and records involving
that third -party contract, and to audit the books, records, and accounts involving that third -party contract as it affects
the Project as required by 49 USC § 5325(g).
Section 23
Labor Provisions
A. Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with, and shall require
the compliance by each subcontractor at any tier, any applicable employee protection requirements for non-
construction employees as defined by the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, as amended, 40 USC §
3701 et seq., and specifically, the wage and hour requirements of section 102 of that Act at 40 USC § 3702 and
USDOL regulations, "Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to Contracts Governing Federally Financed and
Assisted Construction (also Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to Non - construction Contracts Subject to the
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act)" at 29 CFR. Part 5; and the safety requirements of section 107 of
that Act at 40 USC § 3704, and implementing U.S. DOL regulations, "Safety and Health Regulations for
Construction," 29 CFR Part 1926.
B. Fair Labor Standards Act. The CONTRACTOR agrees that the minimum wage and overtime provisions of
the Fair Labor Standards Act, as amended, 29 USC §§ 201 et seq., apply to employees performing work involving
commerce, and apply to any local government employees that are public transit authority employees. The
CONTRACTOR shall comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act's minimum wage and overtime requirements for
employees performing work in connection with the Project.
C. Overtime Requirements. No contractor or subcontractor contracting for any part of the contract work which
may require or involve the employment of laborers or mechanics shall require or permit any such laborer or
mechanic in any workweek in which he or she is employed on such work to work in excess of forty (40) hours in
such workweek unless such laborer or mechanic receives compensation at a rate not less than one and one -half times
the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 hours in such workweek.
D. Payrolls and Basic Records. Payrolls and basic records relating thereto shall be maintained by the
CONTRACTOR during the course of the work and preserved for a penod of six (6) years thereafter for all laborers
and mechanics working at the site of the work (or under the United States Housing Act of 1937, or under the
Housing Act of 1949, in the construction or development of the Project). Such records shall contain the name,
address, and social security number of each such worker, his or her correct classification, hourly rates of wages paid
(including rates of contributions or costs anticipated for bona fide fringe benefits or cash equivalents thereof of the
types described m section 1(b)(2)(B) of the Davis -Bacon Act, Public Law 88 -349 as amended by 40 USC §§ 3141 et
seq., and pursuant to 49 USC §5333(a) et seq., daily and weekly number of hours worked, deductions made and
actual wages paid. Whenever the Secretary of Labor has found under 29 CFR 5.5(a)(1)(iv) that the wages of any
laborer or mechanic include the amount of any costs reasonably anticipated in providmg benefits under a plan or
program described in section 1(b)(2)(B) of the Davis -Bacon Act, Public Law 88 -349, as amended by 40 USC § 3141
et seq. and pursuant to 49 USC § 5333(a), the CONTRACTOR shall maintain records which show that the
commitment to provide such benefits is enforceable, that the plan or program is financially responsible, and that the
plan or program has been communicated in writing to the laborers or mechanics affected, and records which show
the costs anticipated or the actual cost incurred in providing such benefits. CONTRACTOR's employing apprentices
or trainees under approved programs shall maintain written evidence of the registration of apprenticeship programs
and certification of trainee programs, the registration of the apprentices and trainees, and the ratios and wage rates
prescribed in the applicable programs.
E. Violation; liability for unpaid wages; liquidated damages. In the event of any violation of the clause set forth
in paragraph (A) of this section the CONTRACTOR and any subcontractor responsible therefore shall be liable for
the unpaid wages. In addition, such CONTRACTOR and subcontractor shall be liable to the United States for
liquidated damages. Such liquidated damages shall be computed with respect to each mdividual laborer or mechanic,
including watchmen and guards, employed in violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (A) of this section, in the
sum of ten dollars ($10) for each calendar day on which such mdividual was required or permitted to work in excess
of the standard workweek of forty (40) hours without payment of the overtime wages required by the clause set forth
in paragraph (C) of this section.
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F. Withholding for unpaid wages and liquidated damages. The CONTRACTOR shall upon its own action or
upon written request of an authorized representative of the Department of Labor withhold or cause to be withheld,
from any moneys payable on account of work performed by the CONTRACTOR or subcontractor under any such
contract or any other federal contract with the same prime CONTRACTOR, or any other federally- assisted contract
subject to the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, which is held by the same prime CONTRACTOR,
such sums as may be determined to be necessary to satisfy any liabilities of such CONTRACTOR or subcontractor
for unpaid wages and liquidated damages as provided in the clause set forth in paragraph (E) of this section.
G. Public Transportation Employee Protective Agreement. To the extent required by Federal Law, the
CONTRACTOR agrees to implement the Project in accordance with the terms and conditions that the U.S.
Secretary of Labor has determined to be fair and equitable to protect the interests of any employees affected by the
Project and that comply with the requirements of 49 USC § 5333 (b), in accordance with the USDOL guidelines,
"Section 5333(b), Federal Transit Law," 29 CFR Part 215 and any amendments thereto. These terms and
conditions are identified in USDOL's certification of public transportation employee protective arrangements to
FTA. The CONTRACTOR agrees to implement the Project in accordance with the conditions stated in that USDOL
certification, which certification and any documents cited therein are incorporated by reference and made part of this
AGREEMENT. The CONTRACTOR also agrees to comply with the terms and conditions of the Special Warranty
for the Non - urbanized Area Program that is most current as of the date of execution of this AGREEMENT and. any
alternative comparable arrangements specified by USDOL for application to the Project, in accordance with USDOL
guidelines, "Section 5333(b), Federal Transit Law," 29 CFR Part 215, and any revision thereto.
Section 24
Liens on Project Equipment
WSDOT shall hold legal title to all vehicles the CONTRACTOR acquires and have legal ownership to any non-
vehicle Project Equipment the CONTRACTOR acquires or modifies using the "Federal and/or State Funds"
identified in the caption space of this AGREEMENT titled "Project Costs ". The CONTRACTOR accepts WSDOT's
legal ownership of the Project Equipment during its useful life and agrees that it shall not use the Project Equipment
as collateral, nor shall the CONTRACTOR encumber the Project Equipment in any way. The Contractor shall
follow the terms stated in Section 9A regarding use and disposal of all Project Equipment. For non - vehicle Project
Equipment, WSDOT's lien shall equal the proportional Federal and/or State funded share, as identified in this
AGREEMENT, of the disposable value of the Project Equipment. Satisfaction of WSDOT's lien may be satisfied
only by proper disposal of the Project Equipment in a manner determined by WSDOT
Section 25
Loss or Damage to Project Equipment
A. The CONTRACTOR, at its own expense, shall cover any loss, theft, damage, or destruction of the Project
Equipment using either of the following methods:
1. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain comprehensive and collision insurance adequate to cover the value of
the Project Equipment; and the CONTRACTOR shall supply a copy of the Certificate of Insurance specifying such
coverage to WSDOT before operating or moving any Project Equipment; or
2. The CONTRACTOR shall provide a written certificate of self - insurance to WSDOT before operating or
moving any Project Equipment. The CONTRACTOR will cover from its own resources the costs of repairing or
replacing any Project Equipment, if it is stolen, damaged, or destroyed in any manner.
B. If the damage to the Project Equipment does not result in a total loss, payments for damage shall be paid
directly to the CONTRACTOR. The CONTRACTOR shall, within thirty (30) days, either:
1. Devote all of the insurance proceeds received to repair the Project Equipment and place it back in service,
and the CONTRACTOR shall, at its own expense, pay any portion of the cost of repair which is not covered by
insurance; or
2. In the event the CONTRACTOR certified to self - insurance, devote all funds necessary to repair the Project
Equipment and place it back into service.
C. If the Project Equipment is a total loss, either by theft or damage, the insurance proceeds or equivalent shall be
paid directly to WSDOT. The CONTRACTOR shall within sixty (60) days of loss, theft, or damage, notify
WSDOT that it either:
1. Intends to replace the lost Project Equipment; or
2. Does not intend to replace the lost Project Equipment.
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D. If WSDOT determines that the total loss occurred under circumstances in which the CONTRACTOR fulfilled
its obligations under this AGREEMENT, WSDOT would either pay or rebate to the CONTRACTOR its
proportionate share of such proceeds received, or take such other action with respect to such proceeds, as FTA shall
allow.
E. Coverage, if obtained or provided by the CONTRACTOR in compliance with this section, shall not be deemed
as having relieved the CONTRACTOR of any liability m excess of such coverage as required by the limitation of
liability section of this AGREEMENT, or otherwise.
Section 26
Planning and Private Enterprise
FTA Requirements. The CONTRACTOR agrees to implement the Project in a manner consistent with the plans
developed in compliance with the applicable planning and private enterprise provisions of 49 USC §§ 5303, 5304,
5306, and 5323(a)(1); joint Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)/ FTA regulations, "Statewide Transportation
Planning: Metropolitan Transportation Planning," 23 CFR Part 450 and 49 CFR Part 613; and any amendments
thereto, and with FTA regulations, "Major Capital Investment Projects," 49 CFR Part 611, to the extent that these
regulations are consistent with the SAFETEA -LU amendments to the public transportation planning and private
enterprise laws, and when promulgated, any subsequent amendments to those regulations or the MAP -21
amendments, whichever is applicable according to the funding in this agreement. To the extent feasible, the
CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the provisions of 49 USC § 5323(k), which afford governmental agencies
and non - profit organizations that receive Federal assistance for non - emergency transportation from Federal -
Government sources (other than U.S. DOT) an opportunity to be included in the design, coordination, and planning
of transportation services. During the implementation of the Project, the CONTRACTOR agrees to take mto
consideration the recommendations of Executive Order No. 12803, "Infrastructure Privatization," 31 USC § 501
note, and Executive Order No 12893, "Principles for Federal Infrastructure Investments," 31 USC § 501 note.
Section 27
Substance Abuse
A. Drug and Alcohol Testing. If receiving FTA 5309 and/or FTA 5311 funding, CONTRACTOR agrees to
establish and implement a drug and alcohol testing program that complies with 49 CFR Part 655, produce any
documentation necessary to establish its compliance with Part 655, and permit any authorized representative of the
U.S. DOT or its operating administrations and WSDOT to inspect the facilities and records associated with the
implementation of the drug and alcohol testing program as required under 49 CFR Part 655 and review the testing
process. The CONTRACTOR agrees further to submit annually the Management Information System (MIS) reports
to WSDOT each year during the term identified in the caption space header above titled "the Term of Project."
B. Drug -free Workplace. To the extent applicable, the CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the Federal
regulations and guidance related to the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, 41 USC § 8103 et seq., and any
amendments thereto, 2 CFR Part 182, and 49 CFR Part 32, and to FTA regulations, "Prevention of Alcohol Misuse
and Prohibited Drug Use in Transit Operations," 49 CFR Part 655 and 49 USC § 5331.
C. Privacy Act. The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the confidentiality and other civil nghts provisions
pertaining to substance abuse contained in the Civil Rights clause of this AGREEMENT.
Section 28
Federal "$1 Coin" Requirements
To the extent required by the Federal Government, the CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with the provisions of
section 104 of the Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2005, 31 USC § 5112(p), so that the CONTRACTOR's equipment
and facilities requiring the use of coins or currency will be fully capable of accepting and dispensing $1 coins in the
connection with that use. The CONTRACTOR also agrees to display signs and notices denoting the capability of its
equipment and facilities on its premises where coins or currency are accepted or dispensed, including on each
vending machine.
Section 29
Safe Operation of Motor Vehicles
As applicable, CONTRACTOR is encouraged to comply with the following provisions:
A. Executive Order No. 13043, "Increasing Seat Belt Use in the United States," 23 USC § 402 note.
CONTRACTOR is encouraged to adopt and promote on-the-job seat belt use policies and programs for personnel
that operate company -owned vehicles.
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B. Executive Order No. 13513, "Federal Leadership on Reducing Text Messaging While Driving," October 1,
2009, 23 USC § 402 note, and DOT Order 3902.10, "Text Messaging While Driving," December 30, 2009.
CONTRACTOR is encouraged to adopt and enforce workplace safety policies to decrease crashes caused by
distracted drivers including policies to ban text messaging while dnving. CONTRACTOR is also encouraged to
conduct workplace safety initiatives in a manner commensurate with its size.
Section 30
Charter Service Operations
The GRANTEE agrees that neither it nor any public transportation operator performing work in connection with a
Project fmanced under 49 U.S.C. chapter 53 or under 23 U.S.C. §§ 133 or 142, will engage in charter service
operations without first notifying its WSDOT project manager m writing of its intent, and learning the reporting
requirements, exceptions, exemptions, and potential violations related to the specific funding source(s) of the subject
AGREEMENT. Subsequent to coordination with WSDOT, CONTRACTOR agrees that it shall not engage in
charter service operations, except as authorized by 49 U.S.C. § 5323(d) and FTA regulations, "Charter Service," 49
C.F.R. Part 604, and any Charter Service regulations or FTA directives that may be issued, except to the extent that
FTA determines otherwise in writing. The Charter Service Agreement the GRANTEE has selected in its latest
annual Certifications and Assurances is incorporated by reference and made part of this Agreement for the Project.
If the GRANTEE has failed to select the Charter Service Agreement in its latest annual Certifications and
Assurances to FTA and does conduct charter service operations prohibited by FTA's Charter Service regulations,
the GRANTEE understands and agrees that: (1) the requirements of FTA's Charter Service regulations and any
amendments thereto will apply to any charter service it or its subrecipients, lessees, third party contractors, or other
participants in the Project provide; (2) the definitions of FTA's Charter Service regulations will apply to the
GRANTEE's charter operations, and (3) a pattern of violations of FTA's Charter Service regulations may require
corrective measures and imposition of remedies, including barring the GRANTEE, subrecipient, lessee, third party
contractor, or other participant in the Project operating public transportation under the Project from receiving
Federal financial assistance from FTA, or withholdmg an amount of Federal assistance as set forth in Appendix D to
those regulations.
Section 31
School Bus Operations
The GRANTEE agrees that neither it nor any public transportation operator performing work in connection with a
Project fmanced under 49 U.S.C. chapter 53 or under 23 U.S.C. §§ 133 or 142, will engage in school transportation
operations for the transportation of students or school personnel exclusively in competition with private school
transportation operators, except as authorized by 49 U.S.C. §§ 5323(f) or (g), as applicable, and FTA regulations,
"School Bus Operations," 49 C.F.R. Part 605 to the extent consistent with 49 U.S.C. §§ 5323(f) or (g), in accordance
with any School Transportation Operations regulations or FTA directives that may be issued at a later date, except to
the extent that FTA determines otherwise in writing. The School Transportation Operations Agreement the
GRANTEE has selected m its latest annual Certifications and Assurances is incorporated by reference and made part
of the Grant Agreement or Cooperative Agreement for the Project. If the GRANTEE has failed to select the School
Transportation Agreement in its latest annual Certifications and Assurances to FTA and does conduct school
transportation operations prohibited by FTA's School Bus Operations regulations, 49 C.F.R. Part 605, to the extent
those regulations are consistent with 49 U.S.C. §§ 5323(f) or (g), the GRANTEE understands and agrees that: (1) the
requirements of FTA's School Bus Operations regulations, 49 C.F.R. Part 605, to the extent consistent with 49
U.S.C. §§ 5323(f) or (g), will apply to any school transportation service it or its sub - recipients, lessees, third party
contractor, or other participants in the project provide, (2) the defmitions of FTA's School Bus Operations
regulations will apply to the GRANTEE's school transportation operations, and (3) if there is a violation of FTA's
School Bus Operations regulations to the extent consistent with 49 U.S.C. §§ 5323(f) or (g ), FTA will bar the
GRANTEE, sub - recipient, lessee, third party contractor, or other Project participant operating public transportation
that has violated FTA's School Bus Operations regulations, 49 C.F.R. Part 605, to the extent consistent with 49
U.S C. §§ 5323(f) or (g), from receiving Federal transit assistance in an amount FTA considers appropriate.
Section 32
Freedom of Information Act
CONTRACTOR understands and agrees that the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 USC § 552, applies to the
information and documents, both paper and electronic, submitted to WSDOT, FTA and U.S. DOT. The
CONTRACTOR should therefore be aware that all applications and materials submitted that are related to
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PROJECT will become agency records and are .subject to public release through individual FOIA or state public
disclosure requests.
Section 33
Coordination of Special Needs Transportation
It is the policy of WSDOT to actively support coordination of special needs transportation in the State. As a
condition of assistance, the CONTRACTOR is required to participate in local coordinated planning as led by
CONTRACTOR's relevant Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and/or Regional Transportation Planning
Organization (RTPO). Persons with special transportation needs means those persons, including their personal
attendants, who because of physical or mental disability, income status, or age are unable to transport themselves or
purchase transportation.
Section 34
Agreement Modifications
Either PARTY may request changes to this AGREEMENT. Any changes to the terms of this AGREEMENT must
be mutually agreed upon and incorporated by written amendment to this AGREEMENT. Such amendments shall
not be binding or valid unless signed by the persons authorized to bind each of the PARTIES.
Section 35
Changed Conditions Affecting Performance
The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to immediately notify WSDOT in writing of any change in conditions or law, or
of any other event, including any current or prospective dispute, which may adversely affect WSDOT's interst in the
PROJECT or affect CONTRACTOR's ability to perform the Project in accordance with the provisions of this
AGREEMENT.
Section 36
Universal Identifier
CONTRACTOR shall, in accordance with 2 CFR Part 25, obtain a Dun and Bradstreet Data Universal Numbering
System (DUNS) number as a univeral identifier for Federal financial asistance recipients.
Section 37
Disputes
A. Disputes. Disputes, arising in the performance of this AGREEMENT, which are not resolved by agreement of
the PARTIES, shall be decided in writing by the WSDOT Public Transportation Assistant Director or Assistant
Director's designee. This decision shall be final and conclusive unless within ten (10) days from the date of the
CONTRACTOR's receipt of WSDOT's written decision, the CONTRACTOR mails or otherwise furnishes a
written appeal to the Director of the Public Transportation Division or the Director's designee. The
CONTRACTOR's appeal shall be decided in writing by the Director of the Public Transportation Division within
thirty (30) days of receipt of the appeal by the Director of Public Transportation Division or Director's designee.
The decision shall be binding upon the CONTRACTOR and the CONTRACTOR shall abide by the decision.
B. Performance During Dispute. Unless otherwise directed by WSDOT, CONTRACTOR shall continue
performance under this AGREEMENT while matters in dispute are being resolved.
C. Claims for Damages. Should either PARTY to this AGREEMENT suffer injury or damage to person,
property, or right because of any act or omission of the other PARTY or any of that PARTY's employees, agents or
others for whose acts it is legally liable, a claim for damages therefore shall be made in writing to such other
PARTY within thirty (30) days after the first observance of such injury or damage.
D. Rights and Remedies. All remedies provided in this AGREEMENT are distinct and cumulative to any other
right or remedy under this document or afforded by law or equity, and may be exercised independently,
concurrently, or successively and shall not be construed to be a limitation of any duties, obligations, rights and
remedies of the PARTIES hereto. No action or failure to act by the WSDOT or CONTRACTOR shall constitute a
waiver of any right or duty afforded any of them under this AGREEMENT, nor shall any such action or failure to
act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be specifically agreed in
writing.
Section 38
State and Local Law
Except when a Federal statute or regulation pre -empts state and/or local law, regulation or ordinance, no provision
of this AGREEMENT shall require the CONTRACTOR to observe or enforce compliance with any provision,
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perform any other act, or do any other thing in contravention of state or local law, regulation or. ordinance. Thus if
any provision or compliance with any provision of this AGREEMENT violate state or local law, regulation or
ordinance, or would require the CONTRACTOR to violate state or local law, regulation or ordinance, the
CONTRACTOR agrees to notify WSDOT immediately in writing. Should this occur, WSDOT and the
CONTRACTOR agree to make appropnate arrangements to proceed with or, if necessary, expeditiously, terminate
the Project.
Section 39
Termination
A. Termination for Convenience. WSDOT and/or the CONTRACTOR may suspend or terminate this
AGREEMENT, in whole or in part, and all or any part of the federal and/or state financial assistance provided
herein, at any time by written notice to the other PARTY in accordance with 49 CFR Part 18 § 18.44 or 49 CFR Part
19 § 19.61, whichever is applicable. WSDOT and the CONTRACTOR shall agree upon the AGREEMENT
termination provisions including but not limited to the settlement terms, conditions, and m the case of partial
termination the portion to be terminated. Written notification must set forth the reasons for such termination, the
effective date, and in case of a partial termination, the portion to be terminated. However, if, in the case of partial
termination, WSDOT determines that the remaining portion of the award will not accomplish the purposes for which
the award was made WSDOT may terminate the award in its entirety. WSDOT and/or the CONTRACTOR may
terminate this AGREEMENT for convenience for reasons including, but not limited to, the following:
1. The requisite federal and/or state funding becomes unavailable through failure of appropriation or
otherwise;
2. WSDOT determines, in its sole discretion, that the continuation of the Project would not produce beneficial
results commensurate with the further expenditure of federal and/or state funds;
3. The CONTRACTOR is prevented from proceeding with the Project as a direct result of an Executive Order
of the President with respect to the prosecution of war or in the interest of national defense; or an Executive Order of
the President or Governor of the State with respect to the preservation of energy resources;
4. The CONTRACTOR is prevented from proceeding with the Project by reason of a temporary preliminary,
special, or permanent restraining order or injunction of a court of competent jurisdiction where the issuance of such
order or injunction is primarily caused by the acts or omissions of persons or agencies other than the
CONTRACTOR;
5. The Federal Government and/or State Government determines that the purposes of the statute authorizing
the Project would not be adequately served by the continuation of federal and/or state financial assistance for the
Project; or
6. The Federal Government terminates this AGREEMENT due to a determination that the CONTRACTOR
has: (a) willfully misused Federal assistance Funds by failing to make adequate progress on the Project, (b) failed to
make reasonable and appropriate use of the Project real property, facilities, or equipment, or (c) failed to comply
with the terms of this AGREEMENT. In the event of a termination under this subsection, and the Federal
Government exercises its right to require WSDOT to refund any or all of the Federal Funds provided for the Project,
the CONTRACTOR shall return all monies reimbursed to. it by WSDOT, in the amount required by the Federal
Government, within sixty (60) days of its receipt of a certified letter from WSDOT.
7. In the case of termination for convenience under subsections A.lthrough A.5 above, WSDOT shall
reimburse the CONTRACTOR for all costs payable under this AGREEMENT which the CONTRACTOR properly
incurred prior to termination. The CONTRACTOR shall promptly submit its claim for reimbursement to WSDOT.
If the CONTRACTOR has any property in its possession belonging to WSDOT, the CONTRACTOR will account
for the same, and dispose of it in the manner WSDOT directs.
B. Termination for Default. WSDOT may suspend or terminate this AGREEMENT for default, in whole or in
part, and all or any part of the federal financial assistance provided herein, at any time by written - notice to the
CONTRACTOR, if the CONTRACTOR materially breaches or fails to perform any of the requirements of this
AGREEMENT, including:
1. Takes any action pertaining to this AGREEMENT without the approval of WSDOT, which under the
procedures of this AGREEMENT would have required the approval of WSDOT;
2. Jeopardizes its ability to perform pursuant to the AGREEMENT, United States of Amenca laws,
Washington state laws, or local governmental laws under which the CONTRACTOR operates.
3. Abuses or misuses the Project Equipment, including, but not limited to:
a) Failure to maintain a vehicle according to the manufacturer's standards;
b) Failure to repair damages or replace defective or broken parts in a timely manner;
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c) Failure to take any action which could affect the ability of the Project Equipment to perform its
designated function or takes any action which could shorten its useful life for Project use or otherwise;
or
d) Failure to make reasonable and appropriate use of the Project Equipment.
4. Fails to make reasonable progress on the Project or other violation of this AGREEMENT that endangers
substantial performance of the Project; or
5. Fails to perform in the manner called for in this AGREEMENT or fails to comply with, or is in violation of,
any provision of this AGREEMENT. WSDOT shall serve a notice of termination on the CONTRACTOR setting
forth the manner in which the CONTRACTOR is in default hereunder. If it is later determined by WSDOT that the
CONTRACTOR had an excusable reason for not performing, such as events which are not the fault of or are beyond
the control of the CONTRACTOR, such as a strike, fire or flood, WSDOT may: (a) allow the CONTRACTOR to
continue work after setting up a new delivery of performance schedule, or (b) treat the termination as a termination
for convenience.
C. WSDOT, in its sole discretion may, in the case of a termination for breach or default, allow the
CONTRACTOR ten (10) busmess days, or such longer period as determined by WSDOT, in which to cure the
defect. In such case, the notice of termination will state the time period in which cure is permitted and other
appropriate conditions. If the CONTRACTOR fails to remedy to WSDOT's satisfaction the breach or default within
the timeframe and under the conditions set forth in the notice of termination, WSDOT shall have the right to
terminate this AGREEMENT without any further obligation to CONTRACTOR. Any such termination for default
shall not in any way operate to preclude WSDOT from also pursuing all available remedies against CONTRACTOR
and its sureties for said breach or default.
D. In the event that WSDOT elects to waive its remedies for any breach by CONTRACTOR of any covenant, term
or condition of this AGREEMENT, such waiver by WSDOT shall not limit WSDOT's remedies for any succeeding
breach of that or of any other term, covenant, or condition of this AGREEMENT.
Section 40
Forbearance by WSDOT Not a Waiver
Any forbearance by WSDOT in exercising any right or remedy hereunder, or otherwise afforded by applicable law,
shall not be a waiver of or preclude the exercise of any such right or remedy.
Section 41
Lack of Waiver
In no event shall any WSDOT payment of grant funds to the CONTRACTOR constitute or be construed as a waiver
by WSDOT of any CONTRACTOR breach or default. Such payment shall in no way impair or prejudice any right
or remedy available to WSDOT with respect to any breach or default.
Section 42
Limitation of Liability
A. The CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless WSDOT, its agents, employees, and officers and
process and defend at its own expense any and all claims, demands, suits at law or equity, actions, penalties, losses,
damages, or costs (hereinafter referred to collectively as "claims "), of whatsoever kind or nature brought against
WSDOT arising out of, in connection with or incident to the execution of this AGREEMENT and/or the
CONTRACTOR's performance or failure to perform any aspect of this AGREEMENT. This indemnity provision
applies to all claims against WSDOT, its agents, employees and officers, and subcontractors arising out of, in
connection with or incident to the negligent acts omissions of the CONTRACTOR, its agents, employees and
officers. Provided, however, that nothing herein shall require the CONTRACTOR to indemnify and hold harmless
or defend the WSDOT, its agents, employees or officers to the extent that claims are caused by'the negligent acts or
omissions of the WSDOT, its agents, employees or officers. The indemnification and hold harmless provision shall
survive termination of this AGREEMENT.
B. The CONTRACTOR shall be deemed an independent CONTRACTOR for all purposes, and the employees of
the CONTRACTOR or its subcontractors and the employees thereof, shall not in any manner be deemed to be the
employees of WSDOT.
C. The CONTRACTOR specifically assumes potential liability for actions brought by CONTRACTOR's
employees and/or subcontractors and solely for the purposes of this indemnification and defense, the
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CONTRACTOR specifically waives any immunity under the State Industrial Insurance Law, Title 51 Revised Code
of Washington.
D. In the event either the CONTRACTOR or WSDOT incurs attorney's fees, costs or other legal expenses to
enforce the provisions of this section of the AGREEMENT against the other PARTY, all such fees, costs and
expenses shall be recoverable by the prevailing PARTY.
Section 43
WSDOT Advice
The CONTRACTOR bears complete responsibility for the administration and success of the Project as it is defined
by this AGREEMENT and any amendments thereto. If the CONTRACTOR solicits advice of WSDOT on problems
that may arise, the offering of WSDOT advice shall not shift the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR for the
correct administration and success of the Project, and WSDOT shall not be held liable for offering advice to the
CONTRACTOR.
Section 44
Venue and Process
In the event that either PARTY deems it necessary to institute legal action or proceedings to enforce any right or
obligation under this AGREEMENT, the PARTIES hereto agree that any such action shall be initiated m, the
Superior Court of the State of Washington situated in Thurston County. The PARTIES agree that the laws of the
state of Washington shall apply.
Section 45
Subrogation
A. Prior to Subrogation. WSDOT may require the CONTRACTOR to take such action as may be necessary or
appropriate to preserve the CONTRACTOR' s right to recover damages from any person or organization alleged to
be legally responsible for injury to the Project Equipment or other property in which WSDOT has a financial
interest.
B. Subrogation. WSDOT may require the CONTRACTOR to assign to it all right of recovery against any person
or organization for loss, to the extent of WSDOT's loss. Upon assignment, the CONTRACTOR shall execute,
deliver, and do whatever else is necessary to secure WSDOT's rights. The CONTRACTOR shall do nothing after
any loss to prejudice the rights of WSDOT.
C. Duties of the CONTRACTOR. If WSDOT has exercised its right of subrogation, the CONTRACTOR shall
cooperate with WSDOT and, upon WSDOT' s request, assist in the prosecution of suits and enforce any right against
any person or organization who may be liable to WSDOT due to damage of Project Equipment. The
CONTRACTOR shall attend hearings and trials as requested by WSDOT, assist in, securing and giving evidence as
requested by WSDOT, and obtain the attendance of witnesses as requested by WSDOT.
Section 46
Counterparts
This AGREEMENT may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be
an original having identical legal effect. The CONTRACTOR does hereby ratify and adopt all statements,
representations, warranties, covenants, and agreements and their supporting materials contained and/or mentioned
herein, and does hereby accept WSDOT's grant and agrees to all of the terms and conditions thereof.
Section 47
Complete Agreement
This document contains all covenants, stipulations, and provisions agreed upon by WSDOT. No agent or
representative of WSDOT has authority to make, and WSDOT shall not be bound by or be liable for, any statement,
representation, promise, or agreement not set forth herein or made by written amendment hereto.
Section 48
Severability
If any covenant or provision of this AGREEMENT shall be adjudged void, such adjudication shall not affect the
validity or obligation of performance of any other covenant or provision, or any part thereof, which in itself is valid
if such remainder conforms to the terms and requirements of applicable law and the intent of this AGREEMENT.
No controversy concerning any covenant or provision shall delay the performance of any other covenant or
provision except as herein allowed.
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Section 49
Section Headings
All section headings are inserted for convenience only and shall not affect any construction or interpretation of this
AGREEMENT.
Section 50
Execution
This AGREEMENT is executed by the Director, Public Transportation Division, State of Washington, Department
_ of Transportation or the Director's designee, not as an individual incurring personal obligation and liability, but
solely by, for, and on behalf of the State of Washington, Department of Transportation, in the capacity as Director,
Public Transportation Division, or as a designee.
Section 51
Binding Agreement
The undersigned acknowledge that they are authorized to execute this AGREEMENT and bind their respective
agencies or entities to the obligations set forth herein.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the PARTIES hereto have executed this AGREEMENT the day and year last written
below.
WASHINGTON STATE CONTRACTOR
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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Brian L'agerberg, irectorr' esentative
Public Transportation Division
Title: City Man:
Print Name: Tony O'Rourke
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Date: Date: 0l31 t i f
APPROVED AS TO FORM CITY CONTRAC r ] V / �/ — f (p
RESOLUTION NO: �- �y '"037
By: Susan Cruise
Assistant Attorney General
Date: August 16, 2013
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Exhibit I
SCOPE OF WORK AND BUDGET
Total Project Cost
Federal Funds $313,507
State Funds $0
Contractor Funds $78,377
Total Project Cost $391,884
Scope of Work: Provide capital funding assistance to purchase one (1) cutaway ADA bus and,
six (6) ADA minivans to replace current vehicles for demand response /paratransit service.
Funding Percentage Totals
FTA 5310 80% $313,507
Contractor Funds 20% $78,377
Total Project Cost 100% $391,884
Budget: Funding and percentages identified reflects total project funds for 2013 -15. Capital
funding allocations are for the purchase of the Project Equipment specified. Upon completion of
the purchase, any funds remaining will be retained by WSDOT for other transportation projects.
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BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
YAKIMA, WASHINGTON
AGENDA STATEMENT
Item No. 6
For Meeting of: 3/11/2014
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ITEM TITLE: Resolution authorizing execution of a Capital Equipment
Grant Agreement with the Washington State Department of
Transportation (WSDOT) to allow Yakima Transit to purchase
seven Dial A Ride vehicles.
SUBMITTED BY: Scott Schafer, Public Works Director
Ken Mehin, Transit Manager, 576 -6415
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
Yakima Transit applied for grant funding in 2012 to purchase replacement Dial A Ride
(paratransit) vehicles. The funds were awarded in 2013. Grant Agreement No. GCB1649
requires a 20% match from Yakima Transit. Under federal law, Yakima Transit is required to
provide complementary paratransit services during the same days and hours that fixed -route
bus service are operated. Operating adequate vehicles is a necessary part of being able to
provide the federally mandated service.
The Capital Equipment Grant Agreement is in the amount of $391,884. WSDOT will fund
$313,507 while Yakima Transit funds a budgeted amount of $78,377 as 20% match. The Grant
Agreement is to purchase 1 cutaway ADA bus and 6 ADA minivans to replace current vehicles
used for the demand and response of paratransit service.
Attached is the Capital Equipment Grant Agreement No. GCB1649.
Resolution: X Ordinance:
Other (Specify):
Contract: X Contract Term: 7/1/2013 - thru useful
vehicle life
Start Date: 7/1/2013 End Date: until useful life of project
equipment
Item Budgeted: Yes Amount: $391,884
Funding Source /Fiscal Impact: Transit Sales Tax ($78,377 City Match) & WSDOT Grant
($313,507)
Strategic Priority: Public Trust and Accountability
Insurance Required? No
Mail to: WSDOT Contact: Tom Hanson; Public Transportation Division; PO
Box 47387; Olympia, WA 98504 -7387
Phone: 509 - 667 -3029
APPROVED FOR
SUBMITTAL: ). City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Capital Equipment Grant
Agreement GCB1649 with WSDOT to purchase Dial A Ride vehicles.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Upload Date Type
0 Resolution 2/21/2014 Resolution
GCB1649 Capital Equipment Grant Agreement 2/21/2014 Contract