HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2015-009 Transit Bus Funding Assistance Grant Agreement with the Washington State Department of TransportationA RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION NO. R-2015-009
authorizing the City Manager to enter into a grant agreement with
Washington State Department of Transportation to provide
funding assistance for three fixed -route transit buses.
WHEREAS, in 2013, the City of Yakima ordered buses as part of Yakima Transit's
capital vehicle replacement plan.
WHEREAS, in 2014, the Washington State Department of Transportation opened up
a grant funding opportunity under a Federal Transit Administration 5339 grant program;
and,
WHEREAS, Yakima Transit applied for funding on March 7, 2014, and was awarded
funding, on May 1, 2014; and,
WHEREAS, the three buses that were ordered were delivered on May 16, 2014.
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;
THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Yakima, the City
Manager is hereby authorized to enter into Grant Agreement GCB1853 with Washington
State Department of Transportation to fund three fixed -route transit buses.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL at a regular meeting this 20th day of January,
2015.
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Micah Ca ley, Mayor
Federal/State Capital Equipment
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Grant Agreement
Contractor:
Yakima Transit
2301 Fruitvale Blvd.
Yakima, WA 98902
Contact Person: Kevin Futrell 509-576-6422
Washington State Department of Transportation
Public Transportation Division
310 Maple Park Avenue SE
PO Box 47387
Olympia, WA 98504-7387
WSDOT Contact: Tom Hanson 509-667-3029
Term of Project: July 1, 2013 through useful life of
the Project Equi •ment
Federal ID #: 91-6001293
Scope of Project: Scope of Project as set forth in
Exhibit 1, Scope of Work and Budget.
Project Title: Capital Equipment project as set
forth in Exhibit 1, Scope of Work
CFDA: 20.526 (§5339)
Service Area: As defined in attached Exhibit I
Project Costs:
Federal Funds $ 400,000
State Funds $ 0
Contractor Funds $ 883,968
Agreement Number: GCB1853
Total Project Cost $ 1,283,968
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 authorized under the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21St 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, funding is authorized under 49 USC § 5339; and any subsequent amendments and resolutions thereto,
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 "Tenn 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.
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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 m 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 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 final
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, *he 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
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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 1, "Scope of Project and Budget." The CONTRACTOR further agrees that it will not use or permit
the use of the Project Equipment in 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 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 m 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 vehic!e 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.
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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 in 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 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 4220.1 F,
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"Third Party Contractmg 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 in 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 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-
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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.
1. 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
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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 1 F, 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.
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 minimis rules
where the financial 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;
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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 m connection with the Project, and will include a similar term or condition in
each of its lower -tier covered transactions.
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 statutory 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 HatchAct, 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 perfonninng 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 01'1986, 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
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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
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 seg.; 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 seg., and any implementing Federal regulations and any subsequent amendments thereto. Except to
the extent FTA determines otherwise in writing, 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
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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 appropriate, 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.
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 following:
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 criminal
penalties for not complying with the requirements of confidentiality and that failure to comply with such requirements
may result in termination of this AGREEMENT.
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1. 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
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 enterprises (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 appropriate 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 in 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 final 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
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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
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.
Reporting 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.
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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
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 period 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 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) 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 providing 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 individual 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 individual was required or permitted to work in excess
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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.
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 in 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 into 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 rights provisions
pertaining to substance abuse contained in the Civil Rights clause of this AGREEMENT.
Section 28
Federal "51 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 driving. 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 financed 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 in 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 withholding 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 financed under 49 U.S.0 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 in 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 definitions 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(1) or (g), from receiving Federal transit
assistance in an amount FTA considers appropriate.
Section 32
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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 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
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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, 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 appropriate
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 in 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 America 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) business 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 CONTRACTOR specifically
waives any immunity under the State Industrial Insurance Law, Title 51 Revised Code of Washington.
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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 in 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.
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
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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
By: / By 1.. 1 J.
Brian Lager erg, Acting Director Authorized ' presentative,
Public Transportation Division
Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM
BY: ,§169,. Cr
Assistant Attorney General
Date: { y/it-
Title: City Manager
Print Na p! - : Tony O'Rourke
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CITY CONTRAC F NOeJ coy -
RESOLUTION NO:,.,
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Exhibit I
SCOPE OF WORK AND BUDGET
Total Project
Cost
Federal Funds
$ 400,000
Contractor's Funds
$ 883,968
Total Project Cost
$ 1,283,968
PROJECT A
Scope of Work: To provide capital funding assistance to purchase three (3) replacement
30 ft. diesel powered, low floor buses for fixed route transportation services within the city of
Yakima.
Funding
Percentage
Current
Totals
FTA 5339
31%
$ 400,000
$ 400,000
Contractor's Share
69%
$ 883,968
$ 883,968
Total Project Cost
100%
$1,283,968
$1,283,968
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. 5.C.
For Meeting of: January 20, 2015
ITEM TITLE:
SUBMITTED BY:
SUMMARY EXPLANATION:
Resolution authorizing a grant agreement with Washington
State Department of Transportation to provide funding
assistance for three fixed -route transit buses
Scott Schafer, Public Works Director
Alvie Maxey, Acting Transit Manager - (509) 576-6415
Earlier this year, Yakima Transit purchased three fixed -route buses at a total cost of
$1,283,968.00. On March 7, 2014, Yakima Transit applied for funding from the Washington
State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) to fund a portion of the cost to purchase three
fixed -route transit buses as part of Yakima Transit's capital vehicle replacement plan. Through
the grant application process, Yakima Transit was awarded $400,000 on May 1, 2014. The
buses were delivered on May 15, 2014. The buses were purchased with Yakima Transit
dedicated sales tax funds and are currently in use. We are now seeking grant funding
reimbursements based on the grant award. WSDOT Grant Agreement GCB1853 is in the
amount of $400,000. (see attached memo and agreement)
Resolution: X
Other (Specify):
Contract: X
Start Date:
Item Budgeted: Yes
Funding Source/Fiscal
Impact:
Strategic Priority:
Insurance Required? No
Mail to: WSDOT Public Transportation Division, 310 Maple Park
Avenue SE, PO Box 47387, Olympia, WA 98504-7387
Phone: 509-667-3029
Ordinance:
Contract Term:
End Date: upon completion
Amount: 1,283,968
City of Yakima ($883,968) Dedicated Transit Sales
Tax; and $400,000 funded through WSDOT grant
(GCB 1853)
Improve the Built Environment
APPROVED FOR
SUBMITTAL:
RECOMMENDATION:
City Manager
Staff respectfully requests City Council approve the resolution authorizing the City Manager to
enter into Grant Agreement GCB 1853.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Upload Date
0 Memo Grant Agreement GCB1853 1/12/2015
0 Resolution Grant Agreement GCB1853 1/12/2015
0 WSDOT Grant Contract 5339 - Buses 12/17/2014
Type
Cover Memo
Resolution
Contract
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima, Washington 98902
Phone (509) 575-6005
Date: January 12, 2015
To:
Memorandum
Honorable Mayor, Members of City Council, City Manager
From: Scott Schafer, Public Works Director
Alvie Maxey, Acting Transit Manager
Subject: Grant Agreement GCB1853
As part of Yakima Transit's vehicle replacement program, Yakima Transit ordered three
new buses in 2013 for a total cost of $1,283,968. In early 2014, the Washington State
Department of Transportation announced a funding opportunity that would allow Yakima
Transit to partially finance those buses with Federal pass-through funds in the amount of
$400, 000.
The buses arrived in May of 2014 and are currently in service. Yakima Transit is now
finalizing Grant Agreement GCB1853 to receive the $400,000 in reimbursement from the
state to be used towards the total cost of the three previously purchased buses.
Administration 575-6005 • Equipment Rental 575-6005 • Parks & Recreation 575-6020 • Refuse 575-6005
Street 575-6005 • Traffic 575-6005 • Transit 575-6005
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