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HomeMy WebLinkAboutContract #: 1623 - From: 07-01-2023 To: 06-30-2026 - NRT Bus - School CONTRACT FOR BUSING SERVICES WITH THE NORTH ANDOVER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT THIS CONTRACT made and entered into this _1st— day of July, 2023, by and between June 30, 2026, a domestic profit corporation duly authorized by law and having a principal place of business at NRT Bus, Inc. hereinafter called "CONTRACTOR!', and the North Andover Public Schools District, ("DISTRICT"") with a principal place of business at 566 Main Street, North Andover, Massachusetts. WHEREAS, the DISTRICT issued its Invitation For Bids for School Bus Transportation for a CONTRACTOR to provide all equipment, labor, and material required to transport students to the various schools within the DISTRICT of North Andover, including roundtrip transportation of children. from different areas of the DISTRICT to and from several. different school locations within the DISTRICT, extended school day (after school) trips, summer school, out-of-district athletic and field trips, with the DISTRICT's Public Schools having priority use of the vehicles in the bus fleet to meet all the transportation as described in the specifications as requested by the DISTRICT, and; WHEREAS, the CONTRACTOR, represents that it is duly qualified in this field, and has agreed to perform the services requested by the DISTRICT; and WHEREAS, the DISTRICT has accepted the CONTRACTOR!S offer subject to the conditions and agreements herein contained; NOW,THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED by and between the Parties as follows: -I- The CONTRACTOR agrees that it will provide School Bus Transportation as requested by the DISTRICT for the transportation of North Andover school children, including roundtrip transportation of children from different areas of the DISTRICT of North Andover to and from several different school locations within the DISTRICT of North Andover, extended school day (after school) trips, summer school, out-of-district athletic and field trips, with the North Andover Public Schools having priority use of the vehicles in the bus fleet to meet all the transportation as described in accordance with the Invitation for Bids, Specifications, and the Bid. The Invitation for Bid, the Specifications, the Bid, all required Certifications, all Insurance Binders, and the Schedule of Minimum Wage Rates, are incorporated herein and made a part of this CONTRACT. The CONTRACTOR will report to the Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Operations/School Business Administrator. -2- The Contract Period will commence on July 1, 2023 and terminating June 30, 2026, and there shall be two additional option years from July 2026 to June 30, 2027, and July 2027 to June 30, 2028. Any extensions of time must be by written NOTICE per paragraph 27 from the DISTRICT, and are at the sole discretion of the DISTRICT. -3- Total payments under this CONTRACT shall not exceed $9,372,030.00 DOLLARS for the initial three years of this CONTRACT. This Contract is expressly subject to and contingent upon an appropriation of funds. Payment under this Agreement shall not exceed the sum of$3,059,005.00 AND 00/100 ($.00) DOLLARS for the period commencing July 1, 2023 and terminating June 30, 2024; the sum of $3,087,944.00 AND 00/100 ($.00) DOLLARS for the period commencing July 1, 2024 and terminating June 30, 2025; and the sum of$3,225,081.00 AND 00/100 ($.00) DOLLARS for the period commencing July 1, 2025 and terminating June 30, 2026. The optional year four(4) and year (5) contract extensions shall be exercised at the sole discretion of the DISTRICT. Two (2) one-year options to extend the contract commencing July 1, 2026 in the amount of$.00 and July 1, 2027 in the amount of$.00 shall be at the sole option of the DISTRICT. -4- The DISTRICT agrees to use best efforts to pay for services within thirty (30) days of receiving an invoice, so long as all services provided are sufficiently detailed in the invoice, and that the invoice has filed with the contracting department. Any payment under this Contract shall not constitute or be deemed a waiver, relinquishment, release, or abandonment of any claim which the DISTRICT may have against the CONTRACTOR for breach of this Contract. -5- The CONTRACTOR agrees that no obligation shall be considered to have incurred under this CONTRACT unless and until a purchase order shall have been duly issued and approved. And further, that the obligation incurred shall be limited to the amount set forth in purchase order or purchase orders duly issued and approved. -6- The CONTRACTOR states that it is qualified, and is in all relevant aspects, in good standing. The CONTRACTOR certifies that performance under this Contract will meet ethical business standards and good stewardship of taxpayer and public funding to prevent waste or abuse. -7- The CONTRACTOR shall at all times during the Contract maintain in full force and effect Employer's Liability, Worker's Compensation (MGL c.152), Public Liability, and Property Damage Insurance, including contractual liability coverage. All insurance shall be for policy limits acceptable to the DISTRICT; all required insurance shall be certified by a duly authorized representative of the insurers on the "MIIA" or "ACORD" Certificate of Insurance form (incorporated into and made a part of this agreement); and before commencement of work hereunder the CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish the DISTRICT with certificate(s) of insurance or other evidence satisfactory to the DISTRICT. The certificates shall contain the following express obligations: "In the event of cancellation or material change in a policy affecting the certificate holder, thirty (30) days prior written notice will be given the certificate holder. Where notice is not provided by CONTRACTOR's insurer, the notice will be provided by the CONTRACTOR." The DISTRICT shall be named as an additional insured under each policy or policies, except Workers' Compensation. For the purpose of the Contract,the CONTRACTOR shall carry the following types of insurance in at least the limits specified below. Workers' Compensation—the required statutory amount Employer's Liability—$500,000 Bodily Injury& Property Damage Liability Except Automobile—$500,000 Automobile Bodily Injury & Property Damage Liability — $1,000,000 combined single limit for each accident. Excess Umbrella Liability—$5,000,000 for each occurrence This coverage shall include an endorsement for abuse and molestation, including coverage for negligence arising from employment, training, supervision, investigation and reporting in regard to incidents of abuse and molestation. It is further agreed by the CONTRACTOR that, in the event the DISTRICT is sued in a court of law or equity, or demand is made upon the DISTRICT for payment of any damages arising out of the CONTRACTOR'S performance or non-performance of this Contract, then the CONTRACTOR, without reservation, shall indemnify and hold harmless the DISTRICT against any and all claims arising out of the CONTRACTOR'S performance or non-performance of the CONTRACT. To the full extent permitted by law, no official, employee, agent or representative of the DISTRICT of North Andover shall be individually or personally liable on any obligation of the DISTRICT under this Contract. y changes with respect to routes, stops or schedules or any instructions as detailed previously in this document which are not directly communicated to the CONTRACTOR by the DISTRICT are not authorized by the DISTRICT and shall not be followed by the CONTRACTOR, its' drivers or other employees. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any violation of this paragraph including any violation by its drivers or other employees,whether or not done with the permission or knowledge of the CONTRACTOR. -10- If for any reason a vehicle(s) cannot be operated on any school day, the CONTRACTOR agrees to provide suitable insured transportation in place thereof, without additional charge to the DISTRICT. The CONTRACTOR further agrees to endeavor to provide a replacement vehicle within twenty (20) minutes of receiving notice of a disabled vehicle. All replacement vehicles shall conform to the specifications in the CONTRACTOR'S bid. -11- This Contract is subject to all laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, federal, state and local, which are applicable to this Contract or work with a public entity; and it is presumed that the CONTRACTOR is cognizant thereof. Any and all proceedings or actions relating to the subject matter herein shall be brought and maintained in the courts of the Commonwealth, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction thereof. This paragraph shall not be construed to limit any other legal rights of the parties. -12- The CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 30B and all related sections, including amendments thereto, in performing all work under this CONTRACT, and the provisions of said sections are made a part of this CONTRACT and are to be considered as covenants, terms and conditions hereof as though all the provisions were specifically incorporated herein, and the provisions of the said sections shall apply even though it may appear they are not applicable to the work of the type to be performed under this CONTRACT. -13- The CONTRACTOR will carry out the obligations of this Contract in full compliance with all of the requirements imposed by or pursuant to General Laws c151, §1, et seq. (Minimum Wage Law) and any executive orders, rules, regulations, and requirements of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as they may from time to time be amended. The CONTRACTOR will at all times comply with the wage rates as determined by the Commissioner of the Department of Labor and Industries, under the provisions of General Laws c.71, §7A (Prevailing Wage), and shall be in force and as amended. The CONTRACTOR will, submit certified weekly payrolls to the DISTRICT, as incorporated into the DISTRICT's advertisement for its invitation of bids, and the wage rate schedule shall be made a part of this contract, and shall continue to be the minimum rate or rates of wages during the life of the contract unless adjusted by the Commonwealth. The CONTRACTOR shall cause a copy of said schedule to be kept posted in a conspicuous place during the life of the contract. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with every applicable state law relative to payment of employees, safety regulation relative to buses, and the furnishing of necessary bonds; and this Agreement is subject to all existing statutes and ordinances affecting the municipality and its right to contract. -14- The CONTRACTOR will carry out the obligations of this Contract in full compliance with all of the requirements imposed by or pursuant to General Laws c 151 B (Law Against Discrimination) and any executive orders, rules, regulations, and requirements of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as they may from time to time be amended. The CONTRACTOR shall comply with all federal and state laws, rules and regulations promoting fair employment practices or prohibiting employment discrimination and unfair labor practices and shall not discriminate in the hiring of any applicant for employment nor shall any qualified employee be demoted, discharged or otherwise subject to discrimination in the tenure, csitio , promotional opportunities, wages,benefits or terms and conditions of their employment because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, religion, disability, handicap, sexual orientation or for exercising any rights afforded by law. -15- The CONTRACTOR shall give its personal attention constantly to the faithful performance of the work and shall not assign or delegate, in whole or in part or otherwise transfer any liability, responsibility, obligation, duty or interest under this Contract without the written approval of the DISTRICT. -16- The CONTRACT shall not be in force until the CONTRACTOR has executed and delivered to the DISTRICT and until the DISTRICT has accepted a Performance Bond in the amount of 100% of the contract price per year. The Performance Bond shall be secured by and paid by the CONTRACTOR and shall be subject in form and substance,to the approval of the DISTRICT. -1 - It is further agreed that the DISTRICT may terminate this CONTRACT without cause, upon fourteen (1 ) days' written notice to the other party, sent by certified mail, to the usual place of business of the other party. The DISTRICT may also terminate this CONTRACT at any time for cause. To the full extent permitted by law, no official, employee, agent, or representative of the DISTRICT shall be individually or personally liable on any obligation of the DISTRICT under this contract. -18- The undersigned certifies under penalties of perjury that this bid or proposal has been made and submitted in good faith and without collusion or fraud with any other person. As used in this certification, the word " shall mean any natural person, business, partnership, corporation, union, committee, club or other organization, entity,or group of individuals. -19- It is understood and agreed by the DISTRICT and the CONTRACTOR that a Contract Performance Record Form must be completed on this contract by the Department Head or his designee who is supervising this contract, and such Contract Performance Record Form must be submitted to the DISTRICT Manager, DISTRICT Accountant, and Purchasing Agent prior to release of final payment under this contract. If requested by the CONTRACTOR a copy of the Contract Performance Record Form shall be furnished to the CONTRACTOR. -20- The CONTRACTOR certifies that any and all taxes and municipal fees due and owing to the DISTRICT of North Andover have been paid in full. -21- All fees for permits or licenses required for this project shall be an expense of the CONTRACTOR. -22- Notwithstanding anything in the Contract documents to the contrary, any and all payments which the DISTRICT is required to make under this Contract shall be subject to appropriation or other availability of funds by the DISTRICT Accountant. The DISTRICT may immediately terminate or suspend this CONTRACT without liability on the part of the DISTRICT for damages, penalties or other charges in the event the appropriation funding this CONTRACT is terminated or reduced to an amount which will be insufficient to support anticipated future obligations under this CONTRACT. -23- The CONTRACTOR agrees to allow the North Andover Public Schools to conduct a C.O.R.I. background check on the record of all drivers. The CONTRACTOR must submit a C.O.R.I. REQUEST FORM for every licensed operator and substitute operator along with a copy of their license on an annual basis. -24- During the life of this contract, pursuant to Section 197 of Chapter 184 of the Acts of 2002, the DISTRICT, acting through its School District, reserves the right to vote to authorize and carry out the sale of advertising on the school buses provided by the CONTRACTOR under this Agreement. The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees that it shall cooperate with the School District in carrying out this advertising program pursuant to the Act and regulations as may be promulgated. -25- This contract is only binding upon, and enforceable against the DISTRICT if: 1) the Contract is signed by the DISTRICT Manager or her designee; 2) and endorsed with approval of DISTRICT Counsel as to form. At any time during normal business hours, and as often as the DISTRICT may deem it reasonably necessary, there shall be available in the office of the CONTRACTOR for the purpose of audit, examination, and/or to make excerpts or transcript all records, contracts, invoices, materials, payrolls, records of personnel, conditions of employment and other data relating to all matters covered by this Agreement. -26- This instrument, together with its endorsed supplements, and the other components of the contract documents, constitutes the entire contract between the parties, with no agreements other than those incorporated herein. Any Amendments to this Contract must be made in writing and executed by all signatories to the original Contract, prior to the effective date of the amendment. -27- Any notice permitted or required under the provisions of this Contract to be given or served by either of the parties hereto upon the other party hereto shall be in writing and signed in the name or on the behalf of the party giving or serving the same. Notice shall be deemed to have been received at the time of actual service or three (3) business days after the date of a certified or registered mailing properly addressed. Notice to the CONTRACTOR shall be deemed sufficient if sent to the address set forth in the Contract and to the DISTRICT by being sent to the Assistant Superintendent of Schools,North Andover, 566 Main Street, North Andover, Massachusetts. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the CONTRACTORS and the said DISTRICT OF NORTH ANDOVER have hereto and to a duplicate and triplicate hereof, caused their corporate seals to be affixed and these presents, together with said duplicate and triplicate, to be signed in their name and behalf by their duly authorized officers the day and year first above written. THE DISTRICT THE CONTRACTOR distant Superintendent Corn me Finance and Operations Superintendent Date / Signature Date APPROVED AS TO FO M Print Narne& Title Town Counsel Date Federal Identification °����Z No.: .... � CERTIFICATIONS CERTIFICATE OF NON-COLLUSION The undersigned certifies under penalties of perjury that this bid or proposal has been made and submitted in good faith and without collusion or fraud with any other person. As used in this certification, the word "person" shall mean natural person, business, partnership, corporation, committee, union, club or other organization, entity, or group of individuals. Signature_ Date (A Print Name & Title Company Name CERTIFICATE OF TAX COMPLIANCE Pursuant to Chapter 621C of the Massachusetts General Laws, Section 49A(b), I 11wAc,,ej f6okk authorized signatory for NRT Name qf'iiidividnal 11 Name of contractor do hereby certify under the pains and penalties of perjury that said contractor has complied with all laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and the Town of North Andover, relating to taxes, permit or other fees, reporting of employees and contractors, and withholding and remitting child support. kv Signature Date CERTIFICATE OF VOTE t a duly authorized meeting the Board of Directors of the Wj S4)Z" - ? t held oqj'21) k� ' )j %7itwas VOTED,THAT (dame) (Officer) of be and hereby is authorized to execute contracts and bonds in the name and on behalf of said and affix its co orate seal hereto; and such execution of any contract or obligation in the name of on its behalf by such officer under seal of , shall be valid and binding upon ' I hereby certify that I am the clerk of the above named and that , L, is the duly elected officer as above of said and that the above vote has not been amended or rescinded and remains in full force and effect as the date of this contract. 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